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Fountain Hills council approves $50,000 T‑Mobile grant application amid conflict‑of‑interest concerns
Summary
The Fountain Hills Town Council voted 7-0 to authorize an application for a $50,000 T‑Mobile “Hometown” grant to add dark‑sky compliant lighting, tables and furnishings at the Centennial Pavilion shade structure after residents raised potential conflicts because T‑Mobile has a pending permit request in town.
The Fountain Hills Town Council voted unanimously to authorize an application for a $50,000 T‑Mobile Hometown Grant to fund dark‑sky compliant lighting and site furnishings for the Centennial Pavilion shade structure.
Councilwoman Brenda McMahon moved to authorize the application; the motion passed on a 7‑0 roll call. Council members who spoke on the item said the application is only a request for funds and does not obligate the town to accept money if terms create a conflict.
Why it matters: Residents who oppose a separate T‑Mobile special‑use permit for a proposed 65‑foot “palm” cell tower in a residential area urged the council to decline the grant application, saying accepting money from the company while Council decides the permit would create the appearance of impropriety or a quid pro quo. Speakers said the two matters are linked…
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