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Kalispell School Board Rejects Cell Tower Contract

Cellular tower.
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Cellular tower.

The Kalispell Public School Board voted against a proposal Tuesday night to lease space on top of a local high school for a new cellphone tower.

The Board voted seven to one to drop consideration of a contract that would have allowed Verizon Wireless to lease rooftop space on Flathead High School for a little more than $20,000 a year for up to 25 years.

Opposition to the cell tower gained momentum in recent weeks. Local residents voiced concern about potential health impacts to students, teachers and neighbors.

Nicky is MTPR's Flathead-area reporter.
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