Title
Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Lease Agreement Between the City of Hampton and Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless for the Placement and Operation of an In-Building Radio Distribution System and a Small Cell Communications Facility at the Hampton Roads Convention Center
Purpose
PURPOSE/BACKGROUND:
Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless ("Cellco") desires to utilize space at the Hampton Roads Convention Center ("HRCC") for the placement of (1) an inbuilding radio distribution system, which includes space within and on the roof of the HRCC, and (2) a small cell communications facility, which includes two nodes, antennas, and other equipment, to be placed on the roof of HRCC. Pursuant to §§15.2-1800 and 15.2-2100 of the Code of Virginia of 1950, as amended, a public hearing is required before the City may enter into an agreement for those purposes.
Discussion:
On June 22, 2012, the City and Cellco entered into a five (5) year agreement for the use of space within and on the roof of HRCC for the placement of an inbuilding radio distribution system. This system primarily provides enhanced wireless communications services for HRCC and its users. Due to the in-kind benefit to HRCC, that agreement provides for no rental or other payments. The inbuilding radio distribution system currently remains in place at HRCC. Cellco requests and the City agrees to allow Cellco to continue to use space at HRCC for the same purpose and under substantially the same terms as stated in the prior lease agreement.
In addition, Cellco has requested to use the roof of the HRCC for the placement of a small cell communications facility, which includes two (2) nodes, antennas, and related equipment. That small cell communications facility will enhance Cellco's network coverage, and will primarily benefit Cellco customers in the general vicinity of HRCC. This equipment will be installed after the approval and execution of the attached lease...
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