Summary
The board continued an appeal regarding a controversial cell tower proposed near a fire station and daycare, as Verizon pursues an alternate location along Highway 88.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 7
- Last 30 days
- 4
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
Unknown private investment by Verizon Wireless.
Wireless customers in Minden and nearby residents who opposed the original fire station site.
None identified at this stage.
Mentions & discussions (5)
Planning Commission-Supplemental - Oct 13, 2026
Residents are strongly pushing back against a planned 100-foot Verizon cell tower on Highway 88 near the Carson River, citing environmental hazards, flood zone risks, and disputed claims of a coverage gap.
Planning Commission - Oct 13, 2026
Verizon requested approval for a 100-foot monopole cell tower near Douglas High School and the Minden swim center to fill a coverage gap. Residents strongly opposed the project, citing aesthetic damage to the Minden gateway, plummeting property values, and health concerns.
Board of County Commissioners - Oct 1, 2026
Verizon Wireless requested another delay on their appeal to build an 80-foot cell tower near Minden, giving them time to explore a newly proposed alternate site. Residents strongly pushed back against placing cell towers near residential neighborhoods, schools, and historic sites.
Board of County Commissioners - Supplemental - Apr 2, 2026
Residents and representatives weighed in on a proposed Verizon cell tower at the Minden fire station, balancing the need for better cell reception against neighborhood concerns over property values, aesthetics, and safety.
Board of County Commissioners - Apr 2, 2026
The board continued an appeal regarding a controversial cell tower proposed near a fire station and daycare, as Verizon pursues an alternate location along Highway 88.
Related development
Minden Town Boundary Annexation (APN 1320-32-101-010)
The annexation would extend the Town of Minden boundary over this parcel, affecting future planning and services for the area.
Verizon Wireless Monopole Tower (DP26-0042)
Fills a localized cellular coverage gap near Douglas High School but introduces a prominent industrial structure at a major community gateway.
Minden Cell Tower (Highway 88)
Residents have raised concerns about visual impacts, environmental safety, and backup generator hazards.
Verizon Wireless Cell Tower Appeal (DP24-0204 / DP24-0169)
The project aims to improve local wireless coverage, particularly near Douglas High School, but has faced significant neighborhood opposition regarding visual and health impacts.
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