11-16-2021 T-Mobile Wireless Franchise AmendmentT-Mobile Wireless
Franchise Amendment
Public Works Department
11/16/2021
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Policy Question
Should City Council approve entering into a
Franchise Amendment with T-Mobile Wireless
for a macro wireless facility?
Background Information
• T-Mobile Wireless was approved for a franchise in
November 2015 install wireless facilities within the
City.
• T-Mobile has requested to amend the existing
wireless agreement to include an existing facility
obtained through merger.
• Work guaranteed through performance and
maintenance bonds.
• Insurance consistent with city standards.
Background Information
• Wireless demand has seen exponential increase in past few years.
• To be competitive, cities must keep up with technology.
• Demand will be met through implementation of 5G networks.
• T-Mobiles' 5G relies on upgrade of the existing "macro tower" system
with new technology.
Small Cells
1,000,000 by 2023
Nationwide
Macro Towers
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Background: Macro Wireless (antenna
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Background Information
Financial Impacts
• $2,000.00 deposit for Franchise Amendment
development.
• Existing Franchise's Ten (10) year term expires November
2025.
• Right-of-way permits for installation.
Options Considered
1) Approve the proposed Franchise
Amendment.
2) Do not approve the proposed Franchise
Amendment and provide direction to staff.
Recommendations
Mayor: Forward onto November 16, 2021
Council Meeting for Ist Reading to approve the
Franchise Amendment.
LUTC: Forward onto November 16, 2021 Council
Meeting for 1st Reading.
Questions?