Wireless provider seeks to place broadband equipment on Heard County tower

Bill Gregory of Wireless Hometown asked the Heard County Board of Commissioners on Sept. 25 to allow his company to place equipment on a county‑owned communications tower to “act as the distribution area for a high speed broadband system,” a proposal Gregory said would improve internet access for county residents and businesses.

The board voted unanimously to approve the request with two conditions: County Attorney Jerry Ann Conner will review the contract language, and the agreement will be limited to a one‑year term. The motion was made by Commissioner Sandi Allen and seconded by Commissioner Gwen Caldwell. Chairman Lee Boone was authorized to execute any required paperwork after attorney review.