About the Project
In an ongoing effort to provide quality wireless service, Verizon Wireless has identified your community as one that will benefit from improved network coverage.
Milestone Towers is proposing a wireless telecommunications facility at Rippon Middle School, addressed 15101 Blackburn Rd, Woodbridge, VA 22191
The proposal is for a 150-foot monopole and will include ground equipment required to operate the facility.
This equipment will be located at the base of the structure in a secure fenced area. Verizon Wireless will be the first wireless carrier to locate on the proposed tower.
Update #7: The Planning Commission approved the project and it will go before the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 2:00 pm.
Update #6: The Milestone project will go before the Planning Commission on Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 7:00 pm.
Update #5: Please click here to view the online Town Hall presentation held Tuesday, September 17th.
Update #4: Based on the current weather forecast, we will move forward with the balloon fly as scheduled on Saturday, September 14th from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm.
Update #3: There are two upcoming community events:
Community Balloon Fly: On Saturday, September 14th from 8:00 am – 12:00 pm a balloon will be flown at the proposed location and height to provide a visual reference for the tower.
(In case of bad weather the balloon fly will be rescheduled for Sunday, September 15th from 8:00 to 12:00 pm. The decision will be made based on the weather forecast and posted here on the Home Page by 6 pm night before.)
Online Town Hall: On Tuesday, September 17th @ 6:00 pm we will hold an online Town Hall webinar consisting of a short presentation followed by a question and answer time. Registration is required and can be completed on the Town Hall page.
Update #2: Please click here to view the presentation prepared for the school community Online Town Hall.
Update #1: There is one upcoming school community event:
Online Town Hall: On Wednesday, May 22nd @ 6:00 pm we will hold an online Town Hall webinar for the school community. It will consist of a short presentation followed by a question and answer time. Registration is required and can be completed on the Town Hall page.
Our Process
1. Due Diligence
Survey, FAA, FCC, NEPA, Phase 1, Geotechnical Analysis.
2. Land Use
Special Use Permit Application, Community Meeting, Staff Review, Planning Commission, Board of Supervisors.
3. Permitting
Conduct Bid Walk With Contractors and school representatives, submit Site Plan and Building Permit applications.
4. Construction
Tower construction = 4-6 weeks | Carrier construction = 4-6 weeks on average
On-site supervision by Construction Manager | Schedule with schools to minimize disturbance to student activities.
5. Site Maintenance
Four visits per year for site maintenance | Remove trash, debris, check signage.
Annual RF testing | 2-4 visits per year for carrier modifications.
About Us
With over 20 years experience, Milestone Towers is the leading developer of wireless infrastructure and cell towers in partnership with school, government and utility landowners.
