Proposal for Ontario‑area radio tower discussed; committee asks for more information

A visitor presentation about a proposed radio tower in the Ontario/Town of Bergen area drew discussion but no formal action.

Visitor Nate Campbell introduced a proposal to build a tower in the Ontario area, with estimated construction costs of $175,000 to $200,000. Committee members reviewed past funding for towers and noted prior resolutions related to equipment and a separate De Soto‑area tower.

Participants flagged leasing concerns, noting a cited US Cellular lease cost of $1,605 per month with a 5% annual increase; Mary Henry, speaking during the discussion, said "all towers need to be same height to be totally effective" and urged moving forward with a new tower. The committee requested a follow‑up report at next month's meeting and took no formal vote on construction at this session.

The committee recorded the Ontario tower item on the agenda as requiring more information before any authorization.