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Gila Hot Springs residents tell commissioners proposed 5G tower permitting process lacked community input and raised safety concerns
Summary
Residents of Gila Hot Springs told the Grant County Commission that a proposed communications tower permit lacked adequate community consultation and raised fire‑safety and process questions.
Residents of Gila Hot Springs urged the Grant County Commission to take a more active, community‑led approach to siting broadband infrastructure, saying a proposed Wireless New Mexico (WNM) tower in the village did not meet setback requirements and that the county permit agentWireless Tireless Solutions (WTS) appeared to advise approving a permit and seeking a variance later.
"One electric grid dependent 5 g tower in a location known for extreme weather, fire, and extended power outages isn't the…
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