Patrick J. Flanagan

P.O. Box 427

Virginia City, NV 89440-0427

775-847-5243

MrSquid1@aol.com

                                                                      November 13th, 2010

The Storey County Commissioners

Commissioner’s Office

P.O. Box 176
Virginia City, NV 89440

Dear Commissioners:

     I am a resident of Storey County, Virginia City Highlands Ranches and I am aware of the ham radio installation at 370 Panamint Rd in Highland Ranches owned by Tom and Midge Taormina.

     I see great value in having radio hams in this County.  When all else fails, radio hams can still provide communications and assist in our public safety.  This installation provides many good services to the residents of the County and just recently worked hard with the Boy Scouts of America in learning about ham radio operation.

     I have no objection to the granting of a Special Use Permit and I urge the Commission to grant and support this facility including the antennas which are barely visible.  A small price to pay for an installation that is such an important role to play in our community and public safety.

                                                            Sincerely,

Patrick J. Flanagan

Via e-mail: commissioners@storeycounty.org

C: Tom Taormina, tom@k5rc.cc