HomeMy WebLinkAboutPOUDRE HIGH SCHOOL, WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS (U.S. WEST WIRELESS) - PDP/FDP - 58-98A - SUBMITTAL DOCUMENTS - ROUND 1 - PROJECT NARRATIVEConclusion
U S W EST's commitment to a long-term presence in the community is the driving force behind its system
design and site selection process. Its engineers are actively involved in testing new technologies, which
will provide significant benefits and better services to the consumer.
The proposed PCS facility is essential for U S WEST to construct a seamless PCS wireless network.
Increasingly, consumers rely on advanced technology to meet their communication needs. U S WEST is
pleased to have this opportunity to introduce its regional PCS network to the area and stands by the fact
that the construction, maintenance and operation of this facility will in no way be detrimental to the health,
safety or well-being of the community.
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PROJECT DESCRIPTION
U S WEST proposes to install cellular antennas to an existing light pole in the baseball field. The
equipment will be placed at the base of the pole, behind an existing dugout. The equipment will be
enclosed in a chain link fence as requested by the school.
Coverage Objective
U S W EST's objective is to provide seamless coverage in the Fort Collins area.
Site Analysis
Impact on Surrounding Residents
The selection of this site for a PCS facility was made with the goal of minimizing the impact to the citizens
in the area. The site will be placed on an existing structure, so the visual impact will be minimal.
Facility Specifications
Equipment Cabinets
The two proposed equipment cabinets contain all the PCS equipment necessary to run a communication
site, including radio transceivers, batteries, cooling fans and an interior monitoring system. The cabinets
are pre -fabricated, weather -resistant, self-contained units specifically manufactured to house PCS
equipment. Each cabinet is approximately 2' 6" square and 50" tall. There will be space allowed for one
additional cabinet for growth.
Antenna
The antenna will be mounted on the existing light pole.
Facility Maintenance
The facility is generally serviced once a month by a small passenger vehicle. The service visit will take up
to two hours and is typically for preventative maintenance purposes.
Grading/UtiI fties
Some trenching will be required to run cables to power and telephone.
Development Assurances
1. The proposed facility will emit no noxious odors, heat, noise or other pollutants.
2. Traffic to the facility will be negligible. Local, full-time trained employees of U S WEST will be
Responsible for regular inspection and maintenance of the site (approximately once a month or
in an emergency). Access to the site will be restricted.
3. Construction of the facility will exceed industry safety standards, and all construction will comply
with all applicable local and state building codes and regulations.
4. The proposed facility has been designed with consideration to local wind and weather
conditions.
5. The proposed facility will comply with all applicable FCC and FAA regulations.
6. The facility will not interfere with television or radio reception.
7. Normal household electric service (single phase 220 volt/1 00 amp) will be brought to the facility.
8. The facility will not require sewage disposal, water or garbage service.