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Town of Brookhaven
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Verizon monopole in Middle Island

Summary

A proposed 150-foot cell tower was cut to 130 feet after new photo simulations showed it would sit below the tree line. Neighbors and the civic association raised visibility, notification, and health concerns; the board has limited federal authority but will decide later.

At a glance

Total mentions
1
Last 30 days
1

Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 4, 2026.

Impact analysis

✅Who benefits

Verizon customers in Middle Island and Miller Place gain better coverage.

⚠️Who could be affected

Whiskey Road residents face residual views of the tower and lingering concerns about notifications and RF exposure.

Mentions & discussions (1)

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