A coalition of New York environmental and historic preservation organizations is praising the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for preserving the rights of state and local governments to regulate the size, shape and visibility of communications towers in scenic and historic areas.

In January, the groups sent a joint letter to the FCC, urging federal officials to recognize that scenic beauty and historic significance are the backbone of local tourism, both inside and outside of the Adirondack Park.  Continue reading →