HomeMy WebLinkAbout(0020) M&C 19-0127City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
DATE: 09/10/19 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 19-0127
LOG NAME: 04NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS TOWER LICENSE AGREEMENT
SUBJECT
Authorize Execution of a Communications Tower License Agreement with New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC, for the Lease of Space on the
City's Barnett Street Radio Tower (ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council authorize the execution of a Communications Tower License Agreement with New Cingular Wireless
PCS, LLC, for the lease of space on the City's Barnett Street Radio Tower.
DISCUSSION:
The City of Fort Worth (City) owns radio towers throughout the City as part of the infrastructure supporting its public safety radio
communications systems. Although priority is given to City systems, space on the towers is sometimes available for lease to other public and
private entities. Revenues generated by these leases are used to help offset operational costs of the radio communications systems
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC, (AT&T) desires to maintain space on this tower for its commercial cellular services. The proposed
agreement offers an initial term of five years with two renewal terms of five years each. Annual revenue for the first year will be $70,905.27
with a three percent fee increase each subsequent year.
Inclusion of the AT&T hardware on this tower has no impact on City services
FISCAL INFORMATION / CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that upon approval of the above recommendation the Information Technology Solutions Department and the
Financial Management Services Department have the responsibility for the collection and deposit of funds due to the City under this
Agreement. Revenue from this agreement is estimated at $70,905.27 for the first year with a three percent fee increase each subsequent year.
Submitted for City Manager's Office by. Kevin Gunn 2015
Originating Business Unit Head: Roger Wright 2230
Additional Information Contact: Roger Wright 2230