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Commissioners prioritize Cave Junction, Williams and Illinois Valley to close coverage gaps
Summary
Day Wireless and staff identified Cave Junction, Williams, and the Illinois Valley as priority areas for improved radio coverage; commissioners said site selection should be driven by engineering and coverage needs rather than convenience of County-owned land.
Day Wireless and Facilities staff told commissioners that coverage in Cave Junction, Williams and parts of the Illinois Valley is limited or nonexistent in some locations and that Cave Junction previously had a communications site. The County retains a microwave license aimed at that area, which could be revised if a technically appropriate site is selected.
Commissioners emphasized that site selection should be driven by engineering and coverage requirements rather than merely picking County-owned land for convenience, though use of County property could reduce acquisition costs if coverage is equivalent. Staff and vendor agreed to evaluate potential sites, including County-managed land identified by Forestry, and to investigate local fiber and utility options for backhaul where feasible.
