Cell-tower construction expected to begin next week; community meeting planned

At the April 15 meeting, a presenter said construction related to a proposed cell tower is expected to start next week and that the applicant (represented in conversation as working with Daniel Thurgood) plans a community meeting to present options and answer questions.

The presenter said the applicant expects to pursue three site options in sequence; if local sites are not approved, the applicant may seek use of Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land further up the valley. The council and presenters emphasized that until a lease or formal agreement is signed, proposals are not binding and community meetings will be held to gather input.

Councilors and attendees discussed hosting the meeting at the local firehouse to accommodate expected turnout. No formal town action was taken; the item was presented as information and the council encouraged the applicant to hold the public meeting and make plans available to residents.

Next steps: applicant to schedule and advertise a community meeting; the council will receive updates and any formal applications requiring town action.