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VoiceStream Franchise Agreement
VoiceStream PCS III Corporation is proposing to install wireless facilities within the City's
right -of -way and private properties. Wireless facilities will include antennas mounted on
utility poles with an average height of 35 feet from the ground. Installation of wireless
facilities in the City right -of -way requires a franchise agreement.
Present to Utilities Committee for discussion.
Forward to Committee of the Whole for further discussion and forward to Regular Council for
adoption of ordinance granting a three -year franchise.
Same as sponsor.
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Information Memo dated September 4, 2003
Franchise Ordinance Packet
Utilities Committee Meeting Minutes September 16, 2003
Ordinance in final form.
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ITEM No.
City of Tukwila
Washington
Ordinance No.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUICWILA,
WASHINGTON, GRANTING A NON EXCLUSIVE FRANCHISE TO
VOICESTREAM PCS III CORPORATION, A SUBSIDIARY OF T- MOBILE USA
INCORPORATED, LEGALLY AUTHORIZED TO CONDUCT BUSINESS IN
THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, FOR THE PURPOSE OF INSTALLING,
OPERATING, AND MAINTAINING A WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS
SYSTEM IN CERTAIN PUBLIC RIGHTS -OF -WAY IN THE CITY; PROVIDING
FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, VoiceStream PCS III Corporation (hereinafter referred to as "VoiceStream is
a wireless telecommunications company that, among other things, provides advanced wireless
voice and data services to customers, including those in the Puget Sound Region; and
WHEREAS, VoiceStream's desired route through the City of Tukwila (herein referred to
as "City requires the use of certain portions of City rights -of -way for the installation,
operation, and maintenance of a wireless system that includes antennas mounted on utility
poles; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that the use of portions of the City's rights
of -way for installation of wireless system is appropriate from the standpoint of the benefits to
be derived by local businesses, residents and the region as a result of such services; and
WHEREAS, the City Council also recognizes that the use of public rights -of -way must be
restricted to allow for the construction of amenities necessary to serve the future needs of the
citizens of Tukwila; and that the coordination, planning and management of the City's rights
of-way is necessary to ensure that the burden of costs for the operations of non municipal
interests are not borne by the citizenry; and
WHEREAS, the ROW 35A.47.040 authorizes the City to grant and regulate non exclusive
franchises for the use of public streets, rights -of -way, and other public property for
transmission of communications;
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUICWILA,
WASHINGTON, HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Non exclusive Franchise Granted.
A. The City hereby grants to VoiceStream, subject to the conditions prescribed in this
Ordinance "Franchise Agreement the franchise rights and authority to construct, replace,
repair, monitor, maintain, use and operate the equipment and facilities necessary for a wireless
telecommunications facility within the City -owned rights -of -way generally described in
"Exhibit A and hereinafter referred to as the "franchise area
B. Such Franchise shall not be deemed to be exclusive to VoiceStream, and shall in no
way prohibit or limit the City's ability to grant other franchises, permits or rights along, over
or under the areas to which this Franchise has been granted to VoiceStream; provided, that
such other franchises do not unreasonably interfere with VoiceStream's exercise of franchise
rights granted herein as determined by the City. This Franchise shall in no way interfere with
existing utilities or in any way limit, prohibit or prevent the City from using the franchise area,
or affect the City's jurisdiction over such area in any way.
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Section 2. Authority. The Director of Public Works or his or her designee is hereby
granted the authority to administer and enforce the terms and provisions of this Franchise
Agreement, and may develop such rules, policies and procedures as he or she deems necessary
to carry out the provisions contained herein.
Section 3. Franchise Term. The franchise rights granted herein shall remain in full force
and effect for a period of three (3) years from the effective date of this ordinance. This
Franchise shall not take effect and VoiceStream shall have no rights under this Franchise
unless a written acceptance is filed with the City pursuant to Section 4 of this agreement. If
VoiceStream requests a Franchise renewal prior to the expiration date, the City may, at the
City's sole discretion, extend the term of this Franchise for up to one year beyond the
expiration date to allow processing of renewal. If the City elects to extend the term of this
Franchise, written notice of the extension shall be provided to VoiceStream prior to the
Franchise expiration date.
Section 4. Acceptance of Terms and Conditions. The full acceptance of this Franchise
and all the terms and conditions shall be filed with the City Clerk within thirty (30) days of the
effective date of this ordinance in the form attached hereto as "Exhibit B Failure on the part
of VoiceStream to file said consent within thirty (30) days of the effective date of this ordinance
shall void and nullify any and all rights granted under this Franchise Agreement.
Section 5. Construction Provisions and Standards. The following provisions shall be
considered mandatory, and failure to abide by any conditions described herein shall be
deemed as non compliance with the terms of this Franchise Agreement and may result in
some or all of the penalties specified in Section 6.
A. Permit Required. No construction, maintenance, or repairs (except for emergency
repairs) shall be undertaken in the franchise area without first obtaining appropriate permits
from the City of Tukwila, Department of Public Works. In case of an emergency, VoiceStream
shall, within 24 hours of the emergency, obtain a permit from the City of Tukwila Department
of Public Works.
B. Coordination. All capital construction projects performed by VoiceStream within the
franchise area shall be inspected by a City inspector. All work and inspection shall be
coordinated with the Engineering Division of the Public Works Department to ensure
consistency with City infrastructure, future Capital Improvement Projects, all developer
improvements, and pertinent codes and ordinances.
C. Construction Standards. Any construction, installation, maintenance, and restoration
activities performed by or for VoiceStream within the franchise area shall be constructed and
located so as to produce the least amount of interference with the free passage of pedestrian
and vehicular traffic. All construction, installation, maintenance, and restoration activities
shall be conducted such that they conform to City's development guidelines and standards
and comply with Title 11 of the Tukwila Municipal Code.
D. Underground Installation Required. All telecommunications cables and junction
boxes or other vaulted system components shall be installed underground unless otherwise
exempted from this requirement, in writing, by the Director of Public Works.
E. Relocation.
1. Within 90 days following written notice from the City, VoiceStream shall, at its
own expense, temporarily or permanently remove, relocate, place underground, change or
alter the position of any facilities or structures within the right -of -way whenever the City has
determined that such removal, relocation, undergrounding, change or alteration is reasonably
necessary for the construction, repair, maintenance, installation, public safety, or operation of
any City or other public improvement in or upon the rights -of -way.
2. VoiceStream may, after receipt of written notice requesting a relocation of its
facilities, submit to the City written alternatives to such relocation. Such alternatives shall
include the use and operation of temporary transmitting facilities in adjacent rights -of -way.
The City shall evaluate such alternatives and advise VoiceStream in writing if one or more of
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the alternatives are suitable to accommodate the work, which would otherwise necessitate
relocation of the facilities. If requested by the City, VoiceStream shall submit additional
information to assist the City in making such evaluation. The City shall give each alternative
proposed by VoiceStream full and fair consideration. In the event the City ultimately
determines that there is no other reasonable alternative, VoiceStream shall relocate its facilities
as otherwise provided in this section. VoiceStream may seek reimbursement for relocation
expenses, if such reimbursement is available pursuant to RCW 35.99.
F. Removal or Abandonment. Upon the removal from service of any wireless service
antennas or other associated structures, facilities and amenities, VoiceStream shall comply
with all applicable standards and requirements prescribed by the City of Tukwila Public
Works Department for the removal or abandonment of said structures and facilities. No
facility constructed or owned by VoiceStream may be abandoned without the express written
consent of the City.
G. Bond. Before undertaking any of the work, installation, improvements, construction,
repair, relocation or maintenance authorized by this Franchise Agreement, VoiceStream shall
upon the request of the City, furnish a bond executed by VoiceStream and a corporate surety
authorized to operate a surety business in the State of Washington, in such sum as may be set
and approved by the City as sufficient to ensure performance of VoiceStream's obligations
under this Franchise Agreement At VoiceStream's sole option, VoiceStream may provide
alternate security in the form of an assignment of funds or a letter of credit, in the same
amount as the bond. All forms of security shall be in the form reasonably acceptable to the
City. The bond shall be conditioned so that VoiceStream shall observe all the covenants, terms
and conditions and shall faithfully perform all of the obligations of this Franchise Agreement,
and to repair or replace any defective work or materials discovered in the City's roads, streets
or property.
H. "One -Call" Location Liability. VoiceStream shall subscribe to and maintain mem-
bership in the regional "One- Call" utility location service and shall promptly locate all of its
lines upon request. The City shall not be liable for any damages to VoiceStream's system
components or for interruptions in service to VoiceStream customers which are a direct result
of work performed for any City project for which VoiceStream has failed to properly locate its
lines and facilities within the prescribed time limits and guidelines established by One -Call.
The City shall also not be liable for any damages to the VoiceStream system components or for
interruptions in service to VoiceStream customers resulting from work performed under a
permit issued by the City.
I. As -Built Plans Required. VoiceStream shall maintain accurate engineering plans and
details of all installations within the City limits, and shall provide such information —in both
paper form and electronic form using the most current Autocad version— prior to close -out of
any permits issued by the City and any work undertaken by VoiceStream pursuant to this
Franchise Agreement. The City shall determine the acceptability of any as -built submittals
provided under this section.
J. Recovery of Costs. VoiceStream shall be subject to all permit fees associated with
activities undertaken through the authority granted in this Franchise Agreement or under
ordinances of the City. Where the City incurs costs and expenses for review or inspection of
activities undertaken through the authority granted in this Franchise Agreement or any
ordinances relating to the subject for which permit fees have not been established,
VoiceStream shall pay such reasonable costs and expenses directly to the City.
K. Vacation. If at any time the City shall vacate any City road, right -of -way or other City
property which is subject to rights granted by this Franchise Agreement, and said vacation
shall be for the purpose of acquiring the fee or other property interest in said road, right -of-
way or other City property for the use of the City, in either its proprietary or governmental
capacity, then the City may, at its option and by giving thirty (30) days written notice to
VoiceStream, terminate this Franchise Agreement with reference to such City road, right -of-
way or other City property so vacated, and the City shall not be liable for any damages or loss
to VoiceStream by reason of such termination other than those provided for in RCW 35.99.
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Section 6. Franchise Compliance.
A. Franchise Violations. The failure by VoiceStream to fully comply with any of the
provisions of this Franchise Agreement may result in a written notice from the City that
describes the violations of the franchise and requests remedial action within thirty (30) days of
receipt of such notice If VoiceStream has not attained full compliance at the end of the thirty
(30) day period following receipt of the violation notification, the City may declare an
immediate termination of all franchise rights and privileges, provided that full compliance was
reasonably possible within that thirty (30) day period.
B. Emergency Actions.
1. If any of VoiceStream's actions, or any failure by VoiceStream to act to correct a
situation caused by VoiceStream, is deemed by the City to create a threat to life or property,
the City may order Voice Stream to immediately correct said threat or, at the City's discretion,
the City may undertake measures to correct said threat itself; provided that, when possible, the
City shall notify VoiceStream and give VoiceStream an opportunity to correct said threat
before undertaking such corrective measures. VoiceStream shall be liable for all costs,
expenses and damages attributed to the correction of such an emergency situation as
undertaken by the City to the extent that such situation was caused by VoiceStream and shall
further be liable for all costs, expenses, and damages resulting to the City from such situation,
and any reimbursement of such costs to the City shall be made within thirty (30) days of
written notice of the completion of such action or determination of damages by the City. The
failure by VoiceStream to take appropriate action to correct a situation caused by VoiceStream
and identified by the City as a threat to public or private safety or property shall be considered
a violation of franchise terms.
2. If, during construction or maintenance of VoiceStream's facilities, any damage
occurs to an underground facility and the damage results in the release of natural gas or other
hazardous substance or potentially endangers life, health or property, VoiceStream or its
contractor shall immediately call 911 or other local emergency response number.
C. Other Remedies. Nothing contained in this Franchise Agreement shall limit the
City's available remedies in the event of VoiceStream's failure to comply with the provisions of
this Franchise Agreement, to include but not limited to, the City's right to a lawsuit for specific
performance and/ or damages.
D. Removal of System. In the event that this Franchise Agreement is terminated as a
result of violations of the terms of this Franchise Agreement, VoiceStream shall, at its sole
expense, promptly remove all system components and facilities, provided that the City, at its
sole option, may allow VoiceStream to abandon its facilities in place
Section 7. Insurance.
A. VoiceStream shall maintain liability insurance written on a per occurrence basis
during the full term of this franchise for personal injuries and property damages. The policy
shall contain coverage in the amounts and conditions stipulated in Title 11 of the Tukwila
Municipal Code.
B. Such insurance shall specifically name —as additional insured —the City, its officers,
and employees; shall apply as primary insurance; shall stipulate that no insurance affected by
the City will be called on to contribute to a loss covered thereunder; and shall further provide
that the policy shall not be modified or canceled during the life of the permit or Franchise
Agreement without giving thirty (30) days written notice to the City. Notice shall be by
certified mail, return receipt requested to the City.
C. If the City determines that circumstances warrant an increase in insurance coverage
and liability limits to adequately cover the risks of the City, the City may require additional
insurance to be acquired. The City shall provide written notice should the City exercise its
right to require additional insurance.
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Section 8. Other Permits and Approvals. Nothing in this Agreement shall relieve Voice
Stream from any obligation to obtain approvals or necessary permits from applicable Federal,
State and City authorities for all activities in the franchise area.
Section 9. Transfer of Ownership.
A. The rights, privileges, benefits, title or interest provided by this franchise shall not be
sold, transferred, assigned or otherwise encumbered, without the prior written consent of the
City, with such consent not being unreasonably withheld or delayed. No such consent shall
be required, however, for a transfer in trust, by other hypothecation, or by assignment or any
rights, title or interest in VoiceStream's wireless system in order to secure indebtedness.
Approval shall not be required for mortgaging purposes, provided that the collateral pledged
for any mortgage shall not include the assets of this franchise, or if such transfer is from
VoiceStream to another person or entity controlling, controlled by, or under common control
with VoiceStream.
B. In any transfer of this franchise which requires the approval of the City, VoiceStream
shall show that the recipient of such transfer has the technical ability, financial capability, and
any other legal or general qualifications as reasonably determined by the City to be necessary
to ensure that the obligations and terms required under this Franchise Agreement can be met
to the full satisfaction of the City. The qualifications of any transferee shall be determined by
hearing before the City Council, and the approval to such transfer shall be granted by
resolution of the City Council. Any administrative costs associated with a transfer of this
franchise which requires the approval of the City shall be reimbursed to the City within thirty
(30) days of such transfer.
Section 10. Administrative Fees.
A. Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington (RCW), the City is precluded from
imposing franchise fees for "telephone businesses" defined in RCW 82.04.065, except that fees
may be collected for administrative expenses related to such franchise. VoiceStream does
hereby warrant that its operations as authorized under this franchise are those of a telephone
business as defined in RCW 82.04.065.
B. VoiceStream shall be subject to a $5,000 administrative fee for reimbursement of costs
associated with the preparation, processing and approval of this Franchise Agreement. These
costs shall include but not be limited to wages, benefits, overhead expenses, equipment, and
supplies associated with such tasks as plan review, site visits, meetings, negotiations, and
other functions critical to proper management and oversight of City's right -of -way.
Administrative fees exclude normal permit fees as stipulated in Title 11 of the Tukwila
Municipal Code. Payment of the one -time administrative fee is due 30 days after franchise
approval.
C. In the event VoiceStream submits a request for work beyond scope of original
franchise, or submits a complex project that requires significant comprehensive plan review or
inspection, VoiceStream shall reimburse City for franchise amendment and expenses
associated with the project. VoiceStream shall pay such costs within thirty (30) days of receipt
of bill from the City.
D. Failure by VoiceStream to make full payment of bills within the time specified shall be
considered sufficient grounds for the termination of all rights and privileges existing under
this ordinance, utilizing the procedures specified in Section 6.A. of this ordinance.
Section 11. Notices. Any notice to be served upon the City shall be delivered to the
following addresses, respectively:
City of Tukwila
Office of the City Clerk
6200 Southcenter Boulevard
Tukwila, WA 98188
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and
VoiceStream PCS III Corporation
Attn: Legal Department
12920 SE 38th Street
Bellevue, WA 98006
With coat to:
VoiceStream PCS III Corporation
Attn: Lease Administrator
19807 N. Creek Parkway North
Bothell, WA 98011
Section 12. Claims for Damages.
A. VoiceStream shall use reasonable and appropriate precautions to avoid damage to
persons or property in the construction, installation, repair, operation and maintenance of its
structures and facilities. VoiceStream ,shall indemnify and hold the City harmless from all
claims, actions or damages, including reasonable attorney's and expert witness fees, which
may accrue to or be suffered by any person or persons, corporation or property to the extent
caused in part or in whole by any negligent act or omission of VoiceStream, its officers, agents,
servants or employees, carried on in the furtherance of the rights, benefits, and privileges
granted to VoiceStream by this Franchise, In the event any claim or demand is presented to or
filed with the City which gives rise to VoiceStream's obligation pursuant to this Section, the
City shall— within a reasonable time— notify VoiceStream thereof, and VoiceStreain shall have
a right, at its election, to settle or compromise such claim or demand.
B. In the event any claim or action is commenced in which the City is named a party,
and which suit or action is based on a claim or demand which gives rise to VoiceStream's
obligation pursuant to this section, the City shall promptly notify VoiceStream thereof, and
VoiceStream shall, at its sole cost and expense, defend such suit or action by attorneys of its
own election. In defense of such suit or action, VoiceStream may, at its election and at its sole
cost and expense, settle or compromise such suit or action.
C. This section shall not be construed to require VoiceStream to:
1. protect and save the City harmless from any claims, actions or damages;
2. settle or compromise any claim, demand, suit or action;
3. appear in or defend any suit or action; or
4. pay any judgment or reimburse the City's costs and expenses (including
reasonable attorney's fees), to the extent such claim arises out of the negligence or intentional
acts of the City, its employees, agents or independent contractors.
D. To the extent of any concurrent negligence between VoiceStream and the City,
VoiceStream's obligations under this paragraph shall only extend to its share of negligence or
fault. The City shall have the right at all times to participate through its own attorney in any
suit or action which arises out of any right, privilege and authority granted by or exercised
pursuant to this Franchise, when the City determines that such participation is required to
protect the interests of the City or the public Such participation by the City shall be at the
City's sole cost and expense.
Section 13. Severability. If any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is
held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, the City may, at its
sole option, deem the entire ordinance to be affected and thereby nullified. However, in the
event that a determination is made that a section, sentence, clause or phrase in this ordinance
is invalid or unconstitutional, the City may elect to treat the portion declared invalid or
unconstitutional as severable and enforce the remaining provisions of this ordinance; provided
that, if the City elects to enforce the remaining provisions of the ordinance, VoiceStream shall
have the option to terminate the Franchise Agreement.
Section 14. Indemnification. Except to the extent that any claims, liability, loss, cost,
judgments or damages are due to the negligence or intentional acts of the City, its employees,
agent or independent contractors, VoiceStream agrees and covenants to indemnify, defend
and hold harmless the City, its officers, employees, agents and representatives from and
against any and all claims, liability, loss, cost, judgments or damages, whether to persons or
property, or expense of any type or nature including reasonable attorney's fees and expert
witness fees, to the extent it arises from any negligent act or omission or willful misconduct of
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VoiceStream, its successors and assigns arising from or connected to VoiceStream work under
this Franchise; provided however, that in case any suit or action is instituted against the City
by reason of any such damage or injury, the City shall:
1 cause written notice thereof to be given to Voice Stream:
2. provide all reasonably requested assistance in defense or settlement of such claim
at VoiceStream's expense; and
3. retain the right to control the defense or settlement of such claims.
Section 15. Reservation of Right's.` The parties agree that this agreement is intended to
satisfy the requirements of all applicable laws, administrative guidelines rules, orders and
ordinances. Accordingly, any provision of this agreement or any local ordinance which may
conflict with or violate the law shall be invalid and unenforceable, whether occurring before or
after the execution of this agreement, it being the intention of the parties to preserve their
respective rights and remedies under the law, and that the execution of this agreement does
not constitute a waiver of any rights or obligations by either party under the law.
Section 16. Police Powers. Nothing contained herein shall be deemed to affect the City's
authority to exercise its police powers. VoiceStream shall not by this Franchise Agreement
obtain any vested rights to use any portion of the City right -of -way except for the locations
approved by the City and then only subject to the terms and conditions of this Franchise
Agreement. This Franchise Agreement and the permits issued thereunder shall be governed
by applicable City ordinances in effect at the time of application for such permits.
Section 17. Future Rules, Regulations, and Specifications. VoiceStream acknowledges
that the City may develop rules, regulations and specifications, including a general ordinance
or other regulations governing tel nications operations in the City. Such regulations,
upon written notice to VoiceStream, shall thereafter govern VoiceStream's activities
hereunder; provided, however, that in no event shall regulations:
1. materially interfere with or adversely affect VoiceStream's rights pursuant to and
in accordance with this Franchise Agreement; or
2. be applied in a discriminatory manner as it pertains to VoiceStream and other
similar user of such facilities.
Section 18. Effective Date. This ordinance or a summary thereof shall be published in the
official newspaper of the City, and shall take effect and be in full force and effect five (5) days
after passage and publication as provided by law.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, at a
Regular Meeting thereof this day of 2003.
ATTEST/ AUTHENTICATED:
Jane E. Cantu, CMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM BY:
Office of the City Attorney
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Steven M. Mullet, Mayor
Filed with the City Clerk:
Passed by the City Council:
Published:
Effective Date:
Ordinance Number:
Project Description
EXHIBIT A
FRANCHISE AGREEMENT
VOICESTREAM PCS, INCORPORATED
VoiceStream plans to install wireless facilities within the City right -of -way (ROW).
Installations will generally consist of antennas placed on top of new or existing structures (i.e.
utility poles) in the ROW. Average height above ground of the antennas is approximately 30-
120 feet. The antennas will have associated coax running down the pole to a base transceiver
station (BTS). The BTS will be placed either in the ROW or on adjacent property to the ROW.
Each installation will require power and telephone or microwave connectivity. Individual
installations will vary depending on location and specific engineering criteria.
VoiceStream wireless facilities are designed to be the least visually obtrusive design while
meeting the coverage objectives and compliance with all applicable codes. The sites will be
unmanned and will not require water, waste treatment or management of hazardous waste.
Minimal traffic would be generated during the construction phase while the crew is traveling
to and from the site. Existing access and parking will be utilized; no vehicular access to the
equipment area is necessary after completion of construction. After construction is completed,
there would be approximately one visit per month by a field engineer for routine maintenance.
Facilities Location and Standards
VoiceStream wireless facilities will initially be located in the vicinity of S. 144th and 51st
Avenue S. The need for new sites is dictated by market demand, capacity, coverage
requirements for a particular geographic area, and the radio frequency hand -off from one site
to another in order to achieve seamless communications coverage. The selection and design of
a specific PCS site is further refined by considering local topographic and geographic factors,
tree canopy, buildings, mountains, water bodies, the ability to mitigate the antenna support
structure's visual impact, compatibility of the facility with existing land uses, and space
availability. Because PCS signals must travel in an unobstructed path from the facility to the
user, the presence of any one or all of these factors can negatively influence the quality of
transmission and reception. The height and location of each VoiceStream site is based upon
the ability of the site to effectively function despite those obstacles. In addition, Federal
Aviation Administration requirements regulate the height of an antenna support structure
near or on major airport facilities.
In the event VoiceStream decides to construct new wireless facilities VoiceStream shall submit
plans and obtain permits as required by Title 11 of the Tukwila Municipal Code. City reserves
the right to approve siting, construction standards, and specifications of the new wireless
facilities.
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Date:
City Of Tukwila
Office of the City Clerk
6200 Southcenter Blvd
Tukwila, WA 98188
Re: Ordinance No. Adopted
Dear Ms. Cantu:
EXHIBIT B
FRANCHISE AGREEMENT ACCEPTANCE FORM
VOICESTREAM PCS, INCORPORATED
In accordance with and as required by Section of City of Tukwila Ordinance
No. passed by the City Council and approved by the Mayor on
(the "Ordinance VoiceStream PCS III Corporation hereby
accepts the terms, conditions and, obligations to be complied with or performed by it under the
Ordinance.
Sincerely,
Signature
Printed Name
Title
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