Improved cell coverage anticipated from new tower

Workers erected a new Verizon cell tower at the Winchester lagoon on Monday. The owner of the cell tower is renting a quarter acre plot of land to accommodate the cell tower. Initial rent is $500 per month for the first five years of the lease. The city has the option to extend the lease after five years, with the rent to increase by 10 percent upon each renewal. Winchester Mayor Rex McIntire anticipates the cell tower will be operational this month. (Submitted photo)