Block cell tower next to Fall Creek Elementary
The Issue
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Our community of East Bend, North Carolina, is facing a critical issue that concerns the well-being of our children, families, and neighborhoods. The proposed construction of a cell tower adjacent to Fall Creek Elementary is alarming for various reasons. As a parent and resident in the area, the potential health risks and reduced property values weigh heavily on my mind.
Research has shown that long-term exposure to the radiation emitted by cell towers can pose significant health risks, particularly affecting young children whose bodies are still developing. Organizations such as the American Cancer Society acknowledge the potential dangers of radiofrequency radiation, indicating that more research is needed to understand all implications fully. The prospect of our children being exposed to these risks day in and day out is not a gamble we should be willing to make.
Furthermore, the presence of a cell tower so close to a school will inevitably impact the local housing market. Numerous studies and real estate reports indicate that proximity to cell towers can lead to a decline in property values. This directly affects the financial stability and equity of homeowners in our community.
The Yadkin County Board of Education has the authority to decide on land use adjacent to the school. We urge the board to explore safer alternative sites for the cell tower. This action will protect not only the health of our students but also preserve the value of homes in East Bend.
I call upon everyone in our community—parents, educators, neighbors—to stand up against this plan. It's crucial that we present a unified front to the Board of Education to secure the health and financial well-being of our community.
By signing this petition, we can show the Yadkin County Board of Education that we demand the safeguarding of our children and homes from the potential dangers of a nearby cell tower. Please lend your voice to this vital cause by signing below.
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The Issue
Note: This is a FREE platform for collecting signatures for the community. NO payment/donation is required to sign. The optional donation after signing does not go towards the petition.
Our community of East Bend, North Carolina, is facing a critical issue that concerns the well-being of our children, families, and neighborhoods. The proposed construction of a cell tower adjacent to Fall Creek Elementary is alarming for various reasons. As a parent and resident in the area, the potential health risks and reduced property values weigh heavily on my mind.
Research has shown that long-term exposure to the radiation emitted by cell towers can pose significant health risks, particularly affecting young children whose bodies are still developing. Organizations such as the American Cancer Society acknowledge the potential dangers of radiofrequency radiation, indicating that more research is needed to understand all implications fully. The prospect of our children being exposed to these risks day in and day out is not a gamble we should be willing to make.
Furthermore, the presence of a cell tower so close to a school will inevitably impact the local housing market. Numerous studies and real estate reports indicate that proximity to cell towers can lead to a decline in property values. This directly affects the financial stability and equity of homeowners in our community.
The Yadkin County Board of Education has the authority to decide on land use adjacent to the school. We urge the board to explore safer alternative sites for the cell tower. This action will protect not only the health of our students but also preserve the value of homes in East Bend.
I call upon everyone in our community—parents, educators, neighbors—to stand up against this plan. It's crucial that we present a unified front to the Board of Education to secure the health and financial well-being of our community.
By signing this petition, we can show the Yadkin County Board of Education that we demand the safeguarding of our children and homes from the potential dangers of a nearby cell tower. Please lend your voice to this vital cause by signing below.
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Petition created on February 18, 2026