7/19/14 - The Hamburg Township Board is calling attention to the controversy surrounding DTEâs new smart meter technology. Smart meters are being installed on buildings around the country. They automatically monitor electricity usage and power outages, sending reports back to DTE with the same technology used in cell phones. The Michigan Public Service Commission says the technology is proven safe, and its website has links to reports and studies performed around the country supporting that conclusion. However, this week, the Hamburg Township Board approved a motion urging residents to educate themselves about the controversy surrounding smart meters and informing them that they are allowed to opt out of the smart meter program for an added fee. Supervisor Pat Hohl tells WHMI this action was prompted by claims from some groups that the meters represent an invasion of privacy or negatively impact health. A secondary action by the board would allow trustees to bring forward a motion at their next meeting calling for the Public Service Commission to re-examine the issue of smart meters. A link to information from the commission has been posted below. (TD)
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