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Commissioners hear detailed update on county communications tower; footing repairs slow full service
Newton County Commissioners Court · September 9, 2025
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Summary
County staff reported damage to tower footings and quoted work ranging from $50,000 for certain placements to substantially higher repairs; commissioners emphasized the tower’s role for sheriff and fire radios and discussed interim workarounds.
County staff and contractors updated the commissioners on the status of Newton County’s communications tower and the work required to restore full countywide service.
Mark reported that contractors provided quotes for some work and that placing 'all the footage' would cost roughly $50,000, while commissioners and…
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