Putnam County updates timeline for two-phase VHF simulcast tower system; testing could run into spring 2027

Sep 8, 2026

Commissioners were briefed on a two-phase VHF simulcast tower system: equipment is complete but testing delayed by Kentucky flooding; commissioners were told testing could continue through spring 2027 to accommodate seasonal foliage and interoperability with state systems.

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Terry Burnsworth briefed commissioners on the county's two-phase VHF simulcast tower project, telling the board that six FCC licenses will be used and three channels will be active at startup.

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