HomeMy WebLinkAbout20260627 Brook Rd Verizon Communications Facility Site Plan ApplicationSubject to the FCC Shot Clock of 150 days for an Application for Other than a Small
Wireless Facility Using a New Structure - 83 Fed Reg 51867 codified at 47 CFR §
1.6003(c)(1)(iv)
PLANNING BOARD , ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS and
DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS, SARATOGA COUNTY, NEW YORK
In the Matter of the Application of
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CELLCO PARTNERSHIP d/b/a Verizon Wireless
Lands of D. A. Collins Development Corp.
Brook Road, Saratoga Springs NY 12866
(Tax Map No. 164.-2-43.1)
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APPLICATION FOR SITE PLAN REVIEW, SPECIAL USE PERMIT,
USE VARIANCE AND ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW
and STATEMENT OF INTENT
Submitted by:
Verizon Wireless
Kathy Pomponio, Manager – Network Real Estate
175 Calkins Road
Rochester, New York 14623
(585) 321-7134
Tectonic Engineering & Surveying Consultants, P.C.
Steven Matthews, P.E.
36 British American Blvd, Suite 101
Latham, New York 12110
(518) 783-1630
Airosmith Development
Sara Colman, Site Acquisition
318 West Avenue
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
(518) 461-7114
Please direct all correspondence to:
Young/Sommer, LLC
David C. Brennan, Esq.
500 Federal St, 5th Floor
Troy, New York 12180
(518) 438-9907
Dated: July 24, 2026
**HANDWRITTEN APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED**I [FOR OFFICEUSE1
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Staff Review
APPLICATION FOR:
SITE PLAN REVIEW
(INCLUDING PUD)
**Application Check List -All submissions must include completed application check list and all required items.**
PropertyAddress/Location:gSpringsBrookRoad,Saratoga NY 12866
Tax Parcel #:64•-2-43.I Zoning District:1ND-L
(for example:165.52-4-37)
Project Description:
Construction of a 124 ft tall unmanned public utility !personal wireless service facility (a "communicatlons facility"1 and associated equipment within a 40X60 fenced compound.
Date special use permit granted (if any):Date zoning variance granted (if any):
Has a previous application been filed with PB for this property?:✓NO EIYES
If YES,include Application TYPE and DATE:
Is property located within (check all that apply)?:❑Historic District ❑Architectural Review District
LQ 500'of a State Park,city boundary,or county/state
highway
APPLICANT(S)*OWNER(S)(If not applicant)ATTORNEY/AGENT
Name Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless D.A.Collins Development Corp.David C.Brennan,Esq.
Address 175 Calkins Rd,Rochester NY 14623 269 Ballard Rd,Wilton NY 12831 500 Federal St,Fl.5,Troy NY 12180
518-438-9907 x 224Phone
comEmail
Identify primary contact person:❑Applicant ❑Owner B Agent
*An applicant must be the property owner,lessee,or one with an option to lease or purchase the property inquestion.
Revised 1/2026
City of Saratoga Springs-Site Plan Review Application 1
REQUIRED ITEMS:"1 hard copy w/original signature(s),1 digital copy of ALL materials (all maps,
drawings,or image documents as separate files to maintain their original scale and image resolution).
Application Fee:Make checks payable to the "Commissioner of Finance".
REFER TO THE CURRENT FEE WORKSHEET INCLUDED IN THIS DOCUMENT.
Check City's website (www.saratoqa-springs.orq)for meeting dates.
Does any City officer,employee or family member thereof have a'<fr`f mncial interest (as defined by General
Municipal Law Section 809)in this application?YES NO .If YES,a statement disclosing the
name,residence,nature and extent of this interest must be filed with this application.
I,the undersigned owner,leasee or purchaser under contract for the property,hereby request Site
Plan Review by the Planning Board for the identified property above.I agree to meet all requirements
under Article 13 of the Unified Development Ordinance of the City of Saratoga Springs.
Furthermore,I hereby authorize members of the Planning Board and designated City staff to enter the property
associated with this application for purposes of conducting any necessary site inspections relating to this
application.
_____06/30/26
Applicant Signature:Date:
If applicant is not current owner,owner must also sign.
Date:Owner Signature:
City of Saratoga Springs-Site Plan Review Application 2
CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS
`'()''PLANNING BOARD,.
I ^<5 CITY HALL -474 BROADWAY
SARATOGA SPRINGS,NEW YORK 12866-2296
/yL ApORATEti TEL:518-587-3550 X2533'°1h•www.saratoga-springs.org
SITE PLAN REVIEW SUBMITTAL CHECKLIST
Listed below are the minimum submittal requirements for site plan review as set forth in The City of
Saratoga Springs'Unified Development Ordinance Article 13.5.The Planning Board reserves the
right to request additional information,as necessary,to support an application.The Board also
reserves the right to reject the application if these minimum requirements are not met.Please
complete the checklist below and provide with your submission.
REQUIRED ITEMS:*1 hard copy w/original signature(s),1 digital copy of ALL materials (all maps,
drawings,or image documents as separate files to maintain their original scale and image resolution).
CHECK EACH ITEM
®1.Completed Site Plan Application (1 hard copy w/original signature -and 1 digital)and Fee
®2.SEAR Environmental Assessment Form-short or long form as required by action.
®3.Set of plans (prepared by a NYS licensed Engineer,Landscape Architect,or Architect)including:(1)large scale
","plans (sheets must be 24"x 36drawn to a scale of not more than 1=50 feet),and (1)11"x 17"copy.One digital
version PDF of all submittal items printable to scale
❑N/A 4.Basic or Full Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan as required per Article 17.
❑N/A"5.Copy of signed DPW water connection agreement for all projects involving new water
connections to the City system
❑.N/A 6.Engineering Report for Water and Sanitary
❑N/A 7.Project Cost Estimate for Letter of Credit (Utilize City Template)
REQUIRED ITEMS ON SITE PLAN,AS APPLICABLE:
1.Property line survey prepared by a licensed land surveyor.Site plan must reference such
survey with all corners set and marked on plan.Reference NGVD 1929 datum.A copy of theoriginalpropertysurveymustalsobeincluded.
®2.North arrow and map scale
®`3.Parcel tax map number -
®4.Site location map (with title block and map key)
✓❑,5.Incorporate the City's standard engineering details
City of Saratoga Springs Site Plan Checklist
®6.Site vicinity map (all features within 300 feet of property)
®7.Identification of zoning district with corresponding dimensional standards
®8.Building setback lines shown on plans.
®9.Title block with project name;name and address of applicant;and name and address of-property owner (if different)
10.Project Name
®11.Name of all adjacent property owners within 300 feet (Include both sides of street)
12.Parcel street address (existing and any proposed postal addresses)
Yes No N/A 13.Identification of all existing or proposed easements,covenants or legal rights-of-way on this
D ®property
D ®14.References to all prior variances or special use permits
E E ®15.Existing and proposed contours and spot grades (at 2 foot intervals)extending to property boundary
El D ®16.Identification of all spoil,borrow,storage,or staging areas
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17.Identification of all watercourses,designated State wetlands,buffers,Federal wetlands,buffers
floodplains,rock outcroppings,etc.
D j 18.Erosion and sediment control plan -including designated concrete truck washout area
®19.detation of all existing or proposed sidewalks or pedestrian paths (show type,size andton)
®r 20.Location,design specifications and construction material for all proposed site improvements
(drains,culverts,retaining walls,berms,fences,etc.)
O 21.Location and distance to fire hydrant
L:J j 22.Identify size,material,elevations and slopes of all existing and proposed utilities with 400'of site
®f ®23.Parking lot layout plan and identification of all loading areas (number all spaces)
®®24.Calculation of required spaces for vehicle and bicycle parking by proposed use(s)
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25.Identification of parking spaces and access points for physically impaired persons
26.Location and screening plan for dumpster or recycling bins
27.Location,design,type of construction and materials,proposed use and exterior dimensions of
all buildings (existing and proposed)on site including finish floor elevations to nearest tenth foot.
28.Identification of storage of any potentially hazardous materials
29.Planting plan identifying quantity,species and size of all proposed new plant materials.
Label existing plant material to be retained or removed.Identify any existing signficant trees.
o o ®30.Lighting plan showing type,location and intensity of all existing and proposed exteriorlightingfixtures
Checklist prepared by:David C.Brennan,Esq.Date:06/30/26
City of Saratoga Springs Site Plan Checklist 2
DOCUMENTATION OF PUBLIC UTILITY STATUS
and
OVERVIEW OF ROSENBERG DECISION
In Cellular Tel. Co. v Rosenberg, 82 NY2d 364 [1993], the New York Court of Appeals
determined that cellular telephone companies are public utilities. The Court held that proposed
cellular telephone installations are to be reviewed by zoning boards pursuant to the traditional
standard afforded to public utilities, rather than the standards generally required for the necessary
approvals:
It has long been held that a zoning board may not exclude a utility from a
community where the utility has shown a need for its facilities. There can be no
question of [the carrier’s] need to erect the cell site to eliminate service gaps in its
cellular telephone service area. The proposed cell site will also improve the
transmission and reception of existing service. Application of our holding in
Matter of Consolidated Edison to sitings of cellular telephone companies, such as
[the applicant], permits those companies to construct structures necessary for their
operation which are prohibited because of existing zoning laws and to provide the
desired services to the surrounding community. . . . Moreover, the record supports
the conclusion that [the applicant] sustained its burden of proving the requisite
public necessity. [The applicant] established that the erection of the cell site
would enable it to remedy gaps in its service area that currently prevent it from
providing adequate service to its customers in the . . . area.
Rosenberg, 82 NY2d at 372-74 (citing Consolidated Edison Co. v Hoffman, 43 NY2d 598
[(1978]).
This special treatment of a public utility stems from the essential nature of its service, and
the fact that a public utility transmitting facility must be located in a particular area in order to
provide service. For instance, water towers, electric switching stations, water pumping stations
and telephone poles must be in particular locations (including within residential districts) in order
to provide the utility to a specific area:
[Public] utility services are needed in all districts; the service can be provided
only if certain facilities (for example, substations) can be located in commercial
and even in residential districts. To exclude such use would result in an
impairment of an essential service.
Anderson, New York Zoning Law Practice, 3d ed., p. 411 (1984) (hereafter “Anderson”). See
also, Cellular Tel. Co. v Rosenberg, 82 NY2d 364 [1993]; Payne v Taylor, 178 AD2d 979 [4th
Dept 1991].
Accordingly, the law in New York is that a municipality may not prohibit facilities,
including towers, necessary for the transmission of a public utility. In Rosenberg, 82 NY2d at
371, the court found that "the construction of an antenna tower... to facilitate the supply of
cellular telephone service is a 'public utility building' within the meaning of a zoning ordinance."
See also Long Island Lighting Co. v Griffin, 272 AD 551 [2d Dept 1947] (a municipal
corporation may not prohibit the expansion of a public utility where such expansion is necessary
to the maintenance of essential services).
In the present case, Verizon Wireless does not have reliable service capacity in the Town.
The communications facility proposed is necessary to remedy this service problem and to
provide adequate and reliable wireless telecommunications service coverage to this area.
Therefore, Verizon Wireless satisfies the requisite showing of need for the facility under
applicable New York law.
DOCUMENTATION OF PERSONAL WIRELESS SERVICE FACILITY STATUS
and
FEDERAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS ACT OF 1996
In addition to being considered a public utility under New York decisional law, Verizon
Wireless is classified as a provider of “personal wireless services” under the federal
Telecommunications Act of 1996 (the “TCA”).
As stated in the long title of the Act, the goal of the TCA is to “promote competition and
reduce regulation in order to secure lower prices and higher quality services for American
telecommunications consumers and encourage the rapid deployment of new telecommunications
technologies.” Telecommunications Act of 1996, Pub. LA. No. 104-104, 110 Stat. 56 (1996).
The TCA mandates a process designed to achieve competitive telecommunications
markets. In keeping with the central goals of the TCA, the authors specify in Section 253(a) that
“[n]o State or local statute or regulation…may prohibit or have the effect of prohibiting the ability
of any entity to provide any interstate or intrastate telecommunications service.” TCA Section
253(a), emphasis added.
Section 332(c) of the TCA preserves the authority of a State or local government or
instrumentality thereof over decisions regarding the placement, construction and modification of
personal wireless service facilities, subject to several important limitations:
the “regulation of the placement…of personal wireless service facilities by any
State or local government or instrumentality thereof shall not unreasonably
discriminate among providers of functionally equivalent services” (TCA
§332(c)(7)(B)(i)(I));
the “regulation of the placement…of personal wireless service facilities by any
State or local government or instrumentality thereof shall not prohibit or have the
effect of prohibiting the provision of personal wireless services” (TCA
§332(c)(7)(B)(i)(II));
Applications must be processed within a reasonable period of time, and any
decision to deny a request for placement of personal wireless service facilities must
be in writing and supported by substantial evidence contained in a written record
(TCA §§332(c)(7)(B)(ii) and (iii)); and
regulations based upon the perceived environmental effects of radio frequency
emissions are prohibited, so long as the proposed personal wireless service facility
complies with FCC regulations concerning such emissions (TCA
§332(c)(7)(B)(iv)).
A reference copy of the Telecommunications Act of 1996 is included herewith.
June 30, 2026
City of Saratoga Springs
474 Broadway
Saratoga Springs, New York 12866
Re: Verizon Wireless “Saratoga Quarry” Communications Facility
Dear Members of the Planning Board, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Design Review Board:
With respect to the above application, and in accordance with the City of Saratoga Springs
Unified Development Ordinance Article 8.4 DDDDD, this statement will verify that the proposed
communications facility located off Brook Road will be maintained in a safe manner and in
compliance with all applicable conditions of the review, unless a waiver or other relief is granted
from the Town, as well as all applicable and permissible codes, ordinances and regulations,
including any and all applicable Town, County, State and Federal laws, rules and regulations.
By virtue of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) licenses included with this
application, the construction, operation and maintenance of the proposed communications facility
are legally permissible, including, but not limited to, the fact Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon
Wireless ("Verizon") is authorized to do business in the County of Saratoga and State of New
York.
Thank you for considering our application.
Yours sincerely,
Kathy Pomponio
Real Estate Market Manager, Consultant
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RADIO STATION AUTHORIZATION
LICENSEE:
CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
5055 NORTH POINT PKWY, NP2NE NETWORK ENGINEERING
ALPHARETTA, GA 30022
CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
Waivers/Conditions:
Federal Communications Commission
FCC Registration Number (FRN): 0003290673
REFERENCE COPY
This is not an official FCC license. It is a record of public information contained in the FCC's licensing database on the date that this reference
copy was generated. In cases where FCC rules require the presentation, posting, or display of an FCC license, this document may not be used
in place of an official FCC license.
Call Sign File Number
Radio Service
WQGA715 0009761393
AW - AWS (1710-1755 MHz and
2110-2155 MHz)
Grant Date
12-14-2021
Effective Date
12-14-2021
Expiration Date
11-29-2036
Print Date
12-14-2021
Market Number
REA001
Channel Block
F
Sub-Market Designator
21
Market Name
Northeast
1st Build-out Date 2nd Build-out Date 3rd Build-out Date 4th Build-out Date
This authorization is conditioned upon the licensee, prior to initiating operations from any base or fixed station, making
reasonable efforts to coordinate frequency usage with known co-channel and adjacent channel incumbent federal users
operating in the 1710-1755 MHz band whose facilities could be affected by the proposed operations. See, e.g., FCC and NTIA
Coordination Procedures in the 1710-1755 MHz Band, Public Notice, FCC 06-50, WTB Docket No. 02-353, rel. April 20,
2006.
AWS operations must not cause harmful interference across the Canadian or Mexican Border. The authority granted herein is
subject to future international agreements with Canada or Mexico, as applicable.
Conditions:
Pursuant to §309(h) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, 47 U.S.C. §309(h), this license is subject to the
following conditions: This license shall not vest in the licensee any right to operate the station nor any right in the use of the
frequencies designated in the license beyond the term thereof nor in any other manner than authorized herein. Neither the
license nor the right granted thereunder shall be assigned or otherwise transferred in violation of the Communications Act of
1934, as amended. See 47 U.S.C. § 310(d). This license is subject in terms to the right of use or control conferred by §706 of
the Communications Act of 1934, as amended. See 47 U.S.C. §606.
This license may not authorize operation throughout the entire geographic area or spectrum identified on the hardcopy version.
To view the specific geographic area and spectrum authorized by this license, refer to the Spectrum and Market Area information
under the Market Tab of the license record in the Universal Licensing System (ULS). To view the license record, go to the ULS
homepage at http://wireless.fcc.gov/uls/index.htm?job=home and select License Search. Follow the instructions on how to
search for license information.
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Market Market Name Buildout Deadline Buildout Notification Status
700 MHz Relicensed Area Information:
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Licensee Name: CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
Call Sign: WQGA715 File Number: 0009761393 Print Date: 12-14-2021
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Wireless Telecommunications Bureau
RADIO STATION AUTHORIZATION
LICENSEE:
CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
5055 NORTH POINT PKWY, NP2NE NETWORK ENGINEERING
ALPHARETTA, GA 30022
CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
Waivers/Conditions:
Federal Communications Commission
FCC Registration Number (FRN): 0003290673
REFERENCE COPY
This is not an official FCC license. It is a record of public information contained in the FCC's licensing database on the date that this reference
copy was generated. In cases where FCC rules require the presentation, posting, or display of an FCC license, this document may not be used
in place of an official FCC license.
Call Sign File Number
Radio Service
WQPZ962 0009792815
AW - AWS (1710-1755 MHz and
2110-2155 MHz)
Grant Date
02-16-2022
Effective Date
02-16-2022
Expiration Date
11-29-2036
Print Date
02-17-2022
Market Number
REA001
Channel Block
E
Sub-Market Designator
13
Market Name
Northeast
1st Build-out Date 2nd Build-out Date 3rd Build-out Date 4th Build-out Date
This authorization is conditioned upon the licensee, prior to initiating operations from any base or fixed station, making
reasonable efforts to coordinate frequency usage with known co-channel and adjacent channel incumbent federal users
operating in the 1710-1755 MHz band whose facilities could be affected by the proposed operations. See, e.g., FCC and NTIA
Coordination Procedures in the 1710-1755 MHz Band, Public Notice, FCC 06-50, WTB Docket No. 02-353, rel. April 20,
2006.
Conditions:
Pursuant to §309(h) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, 47 U.S.C. §309(h), this license is subject to the
following conditions: This license shall not vest in the licensee any right to operate the station nor any right in the use of the
frequencies designated in the license beyond the term thereof nor in any other manner than authorized herein. Neither the
license nor the right granted thereunder shall be assigned or otherwise transferred in violation of the Communications Act of
1934, as amended. See 47 U.S.C. § 310(d). This license is subject in terms to the right of use or control conferred by §706 of
the Communications Act of 1934, as amended. See 47 U.S.C. §606.
This license may not authorize operation throughout the entire geographic area or spectrum identified on the hardcopy version.
To view the specific geographic area and spectrum authorized by this license, refer to the Spectrum and Market Area information
under the Market Tab of the license record in the Universal Licensing System (ULS). To view the license record, go to the ULS
homepage at http://wireless.fcc.gov/uls/index.htm?job=home and select License Search. Follow the instructions on how to
search for license information.
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Licensee Name:
Call Sign:File Number:WQPZ962 0009792815
CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
02-17-2022Print Date:
The license is subject to compliance with the provisions of the January 12, 2001 Agreement between Deutsche Telekom AG,
VoiceStream Wireless Corporation, VoiceStream Wireless Holding Corporation and the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), which addresses national security, law enforcement, and public safety issues of the FBI
and the DOJ regarding the authority granted by this license. Nothing in the Agreement is intended to limit any obligation
imposed by Federal lawor regulation including, but not limited to, 47 U.S.C. Section 222(a) and (c)(1) and the FCC's
implementing regulations. The Agreement is published at VoiceStream-DT Order, IB Docket No. 00-187, FCC 01-142, 16
FCC Rcd 9779, 9853 (2001).
AWS operations must not cause harmful interference across the Canadian or Mexican Border. The authority granted herein is
subject to future international agreements with Canada or Mexico, as applicable.
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Market Market Name Buildout Deadline Buildout Notification Status
700 MHz Relicensed Area Information:
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Licensee Name: CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
Call Sign: WQPZ962 File Number: 0009792815 Print Date: 02-17-2022
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RADIO STATION AUTHORIZATION
LICENSEE:
ATTN: REGULATORY
CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
5055 NORTH POINT PKWY, NP2NE NETWORK ENGINEERING
ALPHARETTA, GA 30022
CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
Waivers/Conditions:
Federal Communications Commission
FCC Registration Number (FRN): 0003290673
REFERENCE COPY
This is not an official FCC license. It is a record of public information contained in the FCC's licensing database on the date that this reference
copy was generated. In cases where FCC rules require the presentation, posting, or display of an FCC license, this document may not be used
in place of an official FCC license.
Call Sign File Number
Radio Service
WQVN924
AT - AWS-3 (1695-1710 MHz,
1755-1780 MHz, and 2155-2180 MHz)
Grant Date
04-08-2015
Effective Date
11-01-2016
Expiration Date
04-08-2027
Print Date
Market Number
BEA005
Channel Block
J
Sub-Market Designator
0
Market Name
Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY
1st Build-out Date 2nd Build-out Date
04-08-2021 04-08-2027
3rd Build-out Date 4th Build-out Date
NONE
Conditions:
Pursuant to §309(h) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, 47 U.S.C. §309(h), this license is subject to the
following conditions: This license shall not vest in the licensee any right to operate the station nor any right in the use of the
frequencies designated in the license beyond the term thereof nor in any other manner than authorized herein. Neither the
license nor the right granted thereunder shall be assigned or otherwise transferred in violation of the Communications Act of
1934, as amended. See 47 U.S.C. § 310(d). This license is subject in terms to the right of use or control conferred by §706 of
the Communications Act of 1934, as amended. See 47 U.S.C. §606.
This license may not authorize operation throughout the entire geographic area or spectrum identified on the hardcopy version.
To view the specific geographic area and spectrum authorized by this license, refer to the Spectrum and Market Area information
under the Market Tab of the license record in the Universal Licensing System (ULS). To view the license record, go to the ULS
homepage at http://wireless.fcc.gov/uls/index.htm?job=home and select License Search. Follow the instructions on how to
search for license information.
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700 MHz Relicensed Area Information:
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Licensee Name: CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
Call Sign: WQVN924 File Number: Print Date:
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RADIO STATION AUTHORIZATION
LICENSEE:
ATTN: REGULATORY
CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
5055 NORTH POINT PKWY, NP2NE NETWORK ENGINEERING
ALPHARETTA, GA 30022
CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
Waivers/Conditions:
Federal Communications Commission
FCC Registration Number (FRN): 0003290673
REFERENCE COPY
This is not an official FCC license. It is a record of public information contained in the FCC's licensing database on the date that this reference
copy was generated. In cases where FCC rules require the presentation, posting, or display of an FCC license, this document may not be used
in place of an official FCC license.
Call Sign File Number
Radio Service
WQVP245
AT - AWS-3 (1695-1710 MHz,
1755-1780 MHz, and 2155-2180 MHz)
Grant Date
04-08-2015
Effective Date
11-01-2016
Expiration Date
04-08-2027
Print Date
Market Number
CMA044
Channel Block
G
Sub-Market Designator
0
Market Name
Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY
1st Build-out Date 2nd Build-out Date
04-08-2021 04-08-2027
3rd Build-out Date 4th Build-out Date
NONE
Conditions:
Pursuant to §309(h) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, 47 U.S.C. §309(h), this license is subject to the
following conditions: This license shall not vest in the licensee any right to operate the station nor any right in the use of the
frequencies designated in the license beyond the term thereof nor in any other manner than authorized herein. Neither the
license nor the right granted thereunder shall be assigned or otherwise transferred in violation of the Communications Act of
1934, as amended. See 47 U.S.C. § 310(d). This license is subject in terms to the right of use or control conferred by §706 of
the Communications Act of 1934, as amended. See 47 U.S.C. §606.
This license may not authorize operation throughout the entire geographic area or spectrum identified on the hardcopy version.
To view the specific geographic area and spectrum authorized by this license, refer to the Spectrum and Market Area information
under the Market Tab of the license record in the Universal Licensing System (ULS). To view the license record, go to the ULS
homepage at http://wireless.fcc.gov/uls/index.htm?job=home and select License Search. Follow the instructions on how to
search for license information.
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700 MHz Relicensed Area Information:
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Licensee Name: CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
Call Sign: WQVP245 File Number: Print Date:
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Conditions:
Pursuant to §309(h) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, 47 U.S.C. §309(h), this license is subject to the
following conditions: This license shall not vest in the licensee any right to operate the station nor any right in the use of the
frequencies designated in the license beyond the term thereof nor in any other manner than authorized herein. Neither the
license nor the right granted thereunder shall be assigned or otherwise transferred in violation of the Communications Act of
1934, as amended. See 47 U.S.C. § 310(d). This license is subject in terms to the right of use or control conferred by §706 of
the Communications Act of 1934, as amended. See 47 U.S.C. §606.
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LICENSEE:
ATTN: REGULATORY
CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
5055 NORTH POINT PKWY, NP2NE NETWORK ENGINEERING
ALPHARETTA, GA 30022
CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
FCC Registration Number (FRN):0003290673
Site Information:
Call Sign File Number
Radio Service
Market Numer
KNKA675 0007969803
CL - Cellular
CMA266
Sub-Market Designator
0
Channel Block
B
Market Name
Glens Falls, NY
Grant Date
02-02-2018
Effective Date
02-02-2018
Expiration Date
01-22-2028
Print Date
02-03-2018
Five Yr Build-Out Date
Wireless Telecommunications Bureau
RADIO STATION AUTHORIZATION
Federal Communications Commission
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Location Latitude Longitude Ground Elevation
(meters)
Structure Hgt to Tip
(meters)
Antenna Structure
Registration No.
43-38-47.4 N 073-47-20.2 W 454.2 21.0
Address: CHESTERTOWN: Starbuck Hill Road
City: CHESTERTOWN County: WARREN State: NY Construction Deadline:
181.700
Antenna: 2
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
207.600 149.300 182.600 149.800 143.800 104.200 102.500
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
0.310 4.710 33.860 63.130 56.220 18.890 1.820 0.200
Maximum Transmitting ERP in Watts: 140.820
Azimuth(from true north)
181.700
Antenna: 3
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
207.600 149.300 182.600 149.800 143.800 104.200 102.500
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
5.370 0.870 0.200 0.650 5.370 38.900 81.280 38.900
Maximum Transmitting ERP in Watts: 140.820
Azimuth(from true north)
181.700
Antenna: 4
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
207.600 149.300 182.600 149.800 143.800 104.200 102.500
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
77.620 51.290 8.910 1.260 0.200 0.380 2.950 27.540
Maximum Transmitting ERP in Watts: 140.820
Azimuth(from true north)
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Location Latitude Longitude Ground Elevation
(meters)
Structure Hgt to Tip
(meters)
Antenna Structure
Registration No.
43-08-28.8 N 073-18-44.5 W 306.0 80.5 1009599
Address: (Salem) RICH HILL RD
City: SHUSHAN County: WASHINGTON State: NY Construction Deadline:
172.900
Antenna: 2
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
-104.100 -67.200 -2.900 115.100 140.700 221.300 194.500
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
175.850 32.220 1.330 0.590 0.590 1.200 47.140 203.850
Maximum Transmitting ERP in Watts: 140.820
Azimuth(from true north)
172.900
Antenna: 3
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
-104.100 -67.200 -2.900 115.100 140.700 221.300 194.500
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
1.280 14.090 25.050 18.120 2.750 0.130 0.130 0.130
Maximum Transmitting ERP in Watts: 140.820
Azimuth(from true north)
172.900
Antenna: 4
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
-104.100 -67.200 -2.900 115.100 140.700 221.300 194.500
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
1.910 1.910 1.910 31.360 484.110 716.420 95.810 2.580
Maximum Transmitting ERP in Watts: 140.820
Azimuth(from true north)
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Location Latitude Longitude Ground Elevation
(meters)
Structure Hgt to Tip
(meters)
Antenna Structure
Registration No.
43-30-19.3 N 073-22-54.9 W 107.9 81.9 1014197
Address: Whitehall: DICK HYATT RD
City: WHITEHALL County: WASHINGTON State: NY Construction Deadline:
134.300
Antenna: 2
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
70.700 -7.900 44.200 84.500 121.800 -99.700 -91.000
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
2.240 22.390 77.620 93.330 38.900 5.130 0.230 0.200
Maximum Transmitting ERP in Watts: 140.820
Azimuth(from true north)
134.300
Antenna: 3
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
70.700 -7.900 44.200 84.500 121.800 -99.700 -91.000
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
2.140 0.200 0.330 5.250 39.810 93.330 79.430 22.910
Maximum Transmitting ERP in Watts: 140.820
Azimuth(from true north)
134.300
Antenna: 4
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
70.700 -7.900 44.200 84.500 121.800 -99.700 -91.000
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
95.000 57.240 11.160 0.910 0.230 1.090 10.910 57.240
Maximum Transmitting ERP in Watts: 140.820
Azimuth(from true north)
Licensee Name: CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
Call Sign: KNKA675 File Number: 0007969803 Print Date: 02-03-2018
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Location Latitude Longitude Ground Elevation
(meters)
Structure Hgt to Tip
(meters)
Antenna Structure
Registration No.
43-25-13.8 N 073-45-25.2 W 632.8 33.5
Address: PROSPECT MOUNTAIN: 100 Prospect Mountain
City: WARRENSBURG County: WARREN State: NY Construction Deadline:
366.300
Antenna: 2
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
519.000 483.900 518.600 301.200 338.000 307.400 290.600
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
110.380 191.810 8.180 0.550 0.550 0.550 0.550 1.670
Maximum Transmitting ERP in Watts: 140.820
Azimuth(from true north)
366.300
Antenna: 3
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
519.000 483.900 518.600 301.200 338.000 307.400 290.600
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
1.150 1.150 19.420 249.830 142.320 1.550 1.150 1.150
Maximum Transmitting ERP in Watts: 140.820
Azimuth(from true north)
366.300
Antenna: 4
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
519.000 483.900 518.600 301.200 338.000 307.400 290.600
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
2.060 0.130 0.130 0.160 2.060 26.480 66.510 26.480
Maximum Transmitting ERP in Watts: 140.820
Azimuth(from true north)
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Location Latitude Longitude Ground Elevation
(meters)
Structure Hgt to Tip
(meters)
Antenna Structure
Registration No.
43-01-12.3 N 073-31-20.6 W 422.1 42.7 1237380
Address: Intervale Road
City: Easton County: WASHINGTON State: NY Construction Deadline:
315.200
Antenna: 4
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
257.700 231.200 279.700 298.700 393.300 374.800 396.700
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
100.000 57.540 9.770 0.810 0.200 0.760 9.770 57.540
Maximum Transmitting ERP in Watts: 140.820
Azimuth(from true north)
315.200
Antenna: 5
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
257.700 231.200 279.700 298.700 393.300 374.800 396.700
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
1.610 17.230 27.850 24.820 25.910 4.260 0.200 0.200
Maximum Transmitting ERP in Watts: 140.820
Azimuth(from true north)
315.200
Antenna: 6
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
257.700 231.200 279.700 298.700 393.300 374.800 396.700
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
1.590 0.200 0.200 5.380 28.710 42.000 41.090 18.030
Maximum Transmitting ERP in Watts: 140.820
Azimuth(from true north)
Licensee Name: CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
Call Sign: KNKA675 File Number: 0007969803 Print Date: 02-03-2018
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Location Latitude Longitude Ground Elevation
(meters)
Structure Hgt to Tip
(meters)
Antenna Structure
Registration No.
43-28-23.4 N 073-45-35.9 W 455.4 27.1
Address: 21 Thyme-Lea Place
City: Lake George County: WARREN State: NY Construction Deadline: 10-06-2009
163.700
Antenna: 1
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
283.500 227.300 284.100 50.000 124.700 121.400 199.300
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
594.740 567.970 58.120 1.430 1.430 1.430 1.430 98.700
Maximum Transmitting ERP in Watts: 140.820
Azimuth(from true north)
163.700
Antenna: 2
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
283.500 227.300 284.100 50.000 124.700 121.400 199.300
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
1.430 4.110 242.280 698.750 366.710 7.840 1.430 1.430
Maximum Transmitting ERP in Watts: 140.820
Azimuth(from true north)
163.700
Antenna: 3
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
283.500 227.300 284.100 50.000 124.700 121.400 199.300
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
1.430 1.430 1.430 1.430 27.180 430.850 698.750 179.610
Maximum Transmitting ERP in Watts: 140.820
Azimuth(from true north)
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Location Latitude Longitude Ground Elevation
(meters)
Structure Hgt to Tip
(meters)
Antenna Structure
Registration No.
43-20-58.4 N 073-42-59.4 W 192.9 37.8
Address: (Aviation & Dixon) 1127 West Mountain Road
City: Queensbury County: WARREN State: NY Construction Deadline: 09-18-2014
-11.300
Antenna: 1
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
17.000 131.300 138.200 105.000 -23.700 -73.900 -146.800
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
580.250 94.740 1.330 1.330 1.330 1.330 1.330 111.310
Maximum Transmitting ERP in Watts: 140.820
Azimuth(from true north)
-11.300
Antenna: 2
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
17.000 131.300 138.300 105.000 -23.700 -73.900 -146.800
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
1.330 31.120 485.570 265.390 2.300 1.330 1.330 1.330
Maximum Transmitting ERP in Watts: 140.820
Azimuth(from true north)
-11.300
Antenna: 3
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
17.000 131.300 138.300 105.000 -23.700 -73.900 -146.800
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
1.330 1.330 1.330 17.830 361.070 292.090 5.380 1.330
Maximum Transmitting ERP in Watts: 140.820
Azimuth(from true north)
Control Points:
Control Pt. No. 3
Address: 500 W. Dove Road
City: Southlake County: TARRANT State: TX Telephone Number: (800)264-6620
Licensee Name: CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
Call Sign: KNKA675 File Number: 0007969803 Print Date: 02-03-2018
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Waivers/Conditions:
THIS AUTHORIZATION IS SUBJECT TO THE CONDITION THAT, IN THE EVENT THAT CELLULAR SYSTEMS
USING THE SAME FREQUENCY BLOCK AS GRANTED HEREIN ARE AUTHORIZED IN ADJACENT TERRITORY IN
CANADA, COORDINATION OF ANY OF THE LICENSEE'S TRANSMITTER INSTALLATIONS WHICHARE WITHIN
45 MILES OF THE U.S. CANADA BORDER SHALL BE REQUIRED TO ELIMINATE ANY HARMFUL
INTERFERENCE THAT MIGHT OTHERWISE EXIST AND TO INSURE CONTINUANCE OF EQUAL ACCESS TO THE
FREQUENCY BLOCK BY BOTH COUNTRIES.
License renewal granted on a conditional basis, subject to the outcome of FCC proceeding WT Docket No. 10-112 (see FCC
10-86, paras. 113 and 126).
Licensee Name: CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
Call Sign: KNKA675 File Number: 0007969803 Print Date: 02-03-2018
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Conditions:
Pursuant to §309(h) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, 47 U.S.C. §309(h), this license is subject to the
following conditions: This license shall not vest in the licensee any right to operate the station nor any right in the use of the
frequencies designated in the license beyond the term thereof nor in any other manner than authorized herein. Neither the
license nor the right granted thereunder shall be assigned or otherwise transferred in violation of the Communications Act of
1934, as amended. See 47 U.S.C. § 310(d). This license is subject in terms to the right of use or control conferred by §706 of
the Communications Act of 1934, as amended. See 47 U.S.C. §606.
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LICENSEE:
ATTN: REGULATORY
CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
1120 SANCTUARY PKWY, #150 GASA5REG
ALPHARETTA, GA 30009-7630
CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
FCC Registration Number (FRN):0003290673
Site Information:
Call Sign File Number
Radio Service
Market Numer
KNKA246 0006672353
CL - Cellular
CMA044
Sub-Market Designator
0
Channel Block
B
Market Name
Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY
Grant Date
04-14-2015
Effective Date
04-14-2015
Expiration Date
05-15-2025
Print Date
04-14-2015
Five Yr Build-Out Date
Wireless Telecommunications Bureau
RADIO STATION AUTHORIZATION
Federal Communications Commission
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Location Latitude Longitude Ground Elevation
(meters)
Structure Hgt to Tip
(meters)
Antenna Structure
Registration No.
43-08-54.3 N 073-47-03.4 W 215.0
Address: SARATOGA: KINGS STATION ROAD
City: GREENFIELD County: SARATOGA State: NY Construction Deadline:
41.400
Antenna: 1 Azimuth (from true north)
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
174.700 188.400 175.600 172.800 110.000 -41.500 -71.300
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
100.000 57.540 7.760 0.630 0.160 0.630 7.760 57.540
41.500
Antenna: 2 Azimuth (from true north)
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
174.700 188.400 175.600 172.800 110.000 -41.500 -71.000
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
1.450 19.500 79.430 95.500 36.310 3.240 0.160 0.160
41.500
Antenna: 3 Azimuth (from true north)
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
174.700 188.400 175.600 172.800 110.000 -41.500 -71.300
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
1.450 0.160 0.160 3.240 36.310 95.500 79.430 19.500
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Location Latitude Longitude Ground Elevation
(meters)
Structure Hgt to Tip
(meters)
Antenna Structure
Registration No.
42-37-39.4 N 074-00-37.4 W 554.7 46.3
Address: THACHER PARK: 5 MILES SOUTHWEST OF CAMP PINNACLE ROAD
City: New Scotland County: ALBANY State: NY Construction Deadline:
479.100
Antenna: 1 Azimuth (from true north)
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
506.400 512.200 439.300 211.900 133.200 261.500 223.800
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
75.080 2.650 1.000 1.000 1.000 7.850 122.830 257.550
479.100
Antenna: 2 Azimuth (from true north)
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
506.400 512.200 439.300 211.900 133.200 261.500 223.800
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
37.050 79.470 71.390 28.640 1.470 0.930 0.930 1.810
479.100
Antenna: 3 Azimuth (from true north)
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
506.400 512.200 439.300 211.900 133.200 261.500 223.800
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
1.000 1.000 6.450 98.460 230.900 140.000 15.040 1.000
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Location Latitude Longitude Ground Elevation
(meters)
Structure Hgt to Tip
(meters)
Antenna Structure
Registration No.
42-54-41.3 N 074-29-08.6 W 239.9 58.9
Address: PALATINE BRIDGE: MORNING ROAD, 1.1 MILE NORTH OF ROUTE 90
City: PALATINE County: MONTGOMERY State: NY Construction Deadline:
1.800
Antenna: 1 Azimuth (from true north)
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
113.800 153.300 -16.900 9.400 64.300 128.700 51.600
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
79.850 41.860 4.450 0.990 0.990 0.990 24.680 85.260
1.800
Antenna: 2 Azimuth (from true north)
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
113.800 153.300 -16.900 9.400 64.300 128.700 51.600
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
1.060 62.500 403.500 403.500 71.750 2.380 0.990 0.990
1.800
Antenna: 3 Azimuth (from true north)
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
113.800 153.300 -16.900 9.400 64.300 128.700 51.600
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
0.990 0.990 0.990 6.230 129.570 368.520 230.740 26.950
Licensee Name: CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
Call Sign: KNKA246 File Number: 0006672353 Print Date: 04-14-2015
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Location Latitude Longitude Ground Elevation
(meters)
Structure Hgt to Tip
(meters)
Antenna Structure
Registration No.
43-10-40.3 N 073-55-44.5 W 469.7
Address: ALPINE: LOCATED OFF ORMSBEE ROAD
City: GREENFIELD County: SARATOGA State: NY Construction Deadline:
97.800
Antenna: 1 Azimuth (from true north)
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
242.900 307.900 353.300 310.900 80.200 60.700 59.100
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
100.000 100.000 100.000 100.000 100.000 100.000 100.000 100.000
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Location Latitude Longitude Ground Elevation
(meters)
Structure Hgt to Tip
(meters)
Antenna Structure
Registration No.
42-36-20.3 N 073-27-36.4 W
Address: Fire Tower Road
City: Stephentown County: RENSSELAER State: NY Construction Deadline:
87.100
Antenna: 1 Azimuth (from true north)
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
103.400 86.700 194.400 253.100 332.400 345.400 279.800
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
44.000 75.960 35.390 2.610 0.290 12.190 72.680 58.030
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Location Latitude Longitude Ground Elevation
(meters)
Structure Hgt to Tip
(meters)
Antenna Structure
Registration No.
42-58-16.3 N 074-40-50.5 W 352.4
Address: MINDEN: 0.41 MILES FROM THE INTERSECTION OF ROUTE 5S AND SANDERS
ROAD BEARING 4
City: MINDEN County: MONTGOMERY State: NY Construction Deadline:
5.500
Antenna: 1 Azimuth (from true north)
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
-53.300 88.400 168.300 75.300 -3.700 45.400 124.100
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
100.000 100.000 100.000 100.000 100.000 100.000 100.000 100.000
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Location Latitude Longitude Ground Elevation
(meters)
Structure Hgt to Tip
(meters)
Antenna Structure
Registration No.
42-51-27.9 N 073-23-22.8 W 368.2 93.9
Address: Le Barron Hill Rd.
City: Hoosick County: RENSSELAER State: NY Construction Deadline:
248.400
Antenna: 1 Azimuth (from true north)
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
267.300 167.000 111.500 70.400 85.300 293.500 276.100
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
72.440 19.050 7.240 20.420 81.280 97.720 97.720 95.500
Licensee Name: CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
Call Sign: KNKA246 File Number: 0006672353 Print Date: 04-14-2015
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Location Latitude Longitude Ground Elevation
(meters)
Structure Hgt to Tip
(meters)
Antenna Structure
Registration No.
42-17-05.3 N 074-15-53.9 W 911.7 34.8
Address: Windham Ski Area - Base Lodge
City: Windham County: GREENE State: NY Construction Deadline: 10-27-2009
310.800
Antenna: 1 Azimuth (from true north)
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
465.300 318.700 266.900 255.100 310.100 350.200 327.100
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
116.240 92.730 14.970 0.620 0.620 0.620 16.420 99.360
310.800
Antenna: 2 Azimuth (from true north)
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
465.300 318.700 266.900 255.100 310.100 350.200 327.100
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
0.800 39.870 112.180 115.180 66.580 4.670 0.620 0.620
310.800
Antenna: 3 Azimuth (from true north)
Antenna Height AAT (meters)
Transmitting ERP (watts)
465.300 318.700 266.900 255.100 310.100 350.200 327.100
0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315
0.780 0.620 0.620 4.890 70.940 115.560 109.620 35.530
Control Points:
Control Pt. No. 1
Address: 500 W Dove Rd
City: Southlake County: TARRANT State: TX Telephone Number: (800)264-6620
Waivers/Conditions:
License renewal granted on a conditional basis, subject to the outcome of FCC proceeding WT Docket No. 10-112 (see FCC
10-86, paras. 113 and 126).
Licensee Name: CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
Call Sign: KNKA246 File Number: 0006672353 Print Date: 04-14-2015
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LICENSEE:
ATTN: REGULATORY
CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
5055 NORTH POINT PKWY, NP2NE NETWORK ENGINEERING
ALPHARETTA, GA 30022
CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
Waivers/Conditions:
Federal Communications Commission
FCC Registration Number (FRN): 0003290673
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in place of an official FCC license.
Call Sign File Number
Radio Service
WQJQ689 0008587211
WU - 700 MHz Upper Band (Block C)
Grant Date
09-11-2019
Effective Date
09-11-2019
Expiration Date
06-13-2029
Print Date
Market Number
REA001
Channel Block
C
Sub-Market Designator
0
Market Name
Northeast
1st Build-out Date 2nd Build-out Date
06-13-2013 06-13-2019
3rd Build-out Date 4th Build-out Date
If the facilities authorized herein are used to provide broadcast operations, whether exclusively or in combination with other
services, the licensee must seek renewal of the license either within eight years from the commencement of the broadcast
service or within the term of the license had the broadcast service not been provided, whichever period is shorter in length. See
47 CFR §27.13(b).
License renewal granted on a conditional basis, subject to the outcome of FCC proceeding WT Docket No. 10-112 (see FCC
10-86, paras. 113 and 126).
This authorization is conditioned upon compliance with section 27.16 of the Commission's rules
Conditions:
Pursuant to §309(h) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, 47 U.S.C. §309(h), this license is subject to the
following conditions: This license shall not vest in the licensee any right to operate the station nor any right in the use of the
frequencies designated in the license beyond the term thereof nor in any other manner than authorized herein. Neither the
license nor the right granted thereunder shall be assigned or otherwise transferred in violation of the Communications Act of
1934, as amended. See 47 U.S.C. § 310(d). This license is subject in terms to the right of use or control conferred by §706 of
the Communications Act of 1934, as amended. See 47 U.S.C. §606.
This license may not authorize operation throughout the entire geographic area or spectrum identified on the hardcopy version.
To view the specific geographic area and spectrum authorized by this license, refer to the Spectrum and Market Area information
under the Market Tab of the license record in the Universal Licensing System (ULS). To view the license record, go to the ULS
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5055 NORTH POINT PKWY, NP2NE NETWORK ENGINEERING
ALPHARETTA, GA 30022
CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
Waivers/Conditions:
Federal Communications Commission
FCC Registration Number (FRN): 0003290673
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Call Sign File Number
Radio Service
WPTS935 0009706643
CW - PCS Broadband
Grant Date
11-10-2021
Effective Date
11-10-2021
Expiration Date
12-10-2031
Print Date
11-11-2021
Market Number
BTA164
Channel Block
F
Sub-Market Designator
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Market Name
Glens Falls, NY
1st Build-out Date 2nd Build-out Date
12-10-2006
3rd Build-out Date 4th Build-out Date
This authorization is subject to the condition that, in the event that systems using the same frequencies as granted herein are
authorized in an adjacent foreign territory (Canada/United States), future coordination of any base station transmitters within 72
km (45 miles) of the United States/Canada border shall be required to eliminate any harmful interference to operations in the
adjacent foreign territory and to ensure continuance of equal access to the frequencies by both countries.
Conditions:
Pursuant to §309(h) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, 47 U.S.C. §309(h), this license is subject to the
following conditions: This license shall not vest in the licensee any right to operate the station nor any right in the use of the
frequencies designated in the license beyond the term thereof nor in any other manner than authorized herein. Neither the
license nor the right granted thereunder shall be assigned or otherwise transferred in violation of the Communications Act of
1934, as amended. See 47 U.S.C. § 310(d). This license is subject in terms to the right of use or control conferred by §706 of
the Communications Act of 1934, as amended. See 47 U.S.C. §606.
This license may not authorize operation throughout the entire geographic area or spectrum identified on the hardcopy version.
To view the specific geographic area and spectrum authorized by this license, refer to the Spectrum and Market Area information
under the Market Tab of the license record in the Universal Licensing System (ULS). To view the license record, go to the ULS
homepage at http://wireless.fcc.gov/uls/index.htm?job=home and select License Search. Follow the instructions on how to
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1120 SANCTUARY PKWY, #150 GASA5REG
ALPHARETTA, GA 30009-7630
CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
Waivers/Conditions:
Federal Communications Commission
FCC Registration Number (FRN): 0003290673
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Call Sign File Number
Radio Service
WQCS418 0006668604
CW - PCS Broadband
Grant Date
04-23-2015
Effective Date
04-23-2015
Expiration Date
05-13-2025
Print Date
04-24-2015
Market Number
BTA007
Channel Block
C
Sub-Market Designator
6
Market Name
Albany-Schenectady, NY
1st Build-out Date 2nd Build-out Date
05-13-2010
3rd Build-out Date 4th Build-out Date
License renewal granted on a conditional basis, subject to the outcome of FCC proceeding WT Docket No. 10-112 (see FCC
10-86, paras. 113 and 126).
Conditions:
Pursuant to §309(h) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, 47 U.S.C. §309(h), this license is subject to the
following conditions: This license shall not vest in the licensee any right to operate the station nor any right in the use of the
frequencies designated in the license beyond the term thereof nor in any other manner than authorized herein. Neither the
license nor the right granted thereunder shall be assigned or otherwise transferred in violation of the Communications Act of
1934, as amended. See 47 U.S.C. § 310(d). This license is subject in terms to the right of use or control conferred by §706 of
the Communications Act of 1934, as amended. See 47 U.S.C. §606.
This license may not authorize operation throughout the entire geographic area or spectrum identified on the hardcopy version.
To view the specific geographic area and spectrum authorized by this license, refer to the Spectrum and Market Area information
under the Market Tab of the license record in the Universal Licensing System (ULS). To view the license record, go to the ULS
homepage at http://wireless.fcc.gov/uls/index.htm?job=home and select License Search. Follow the instructions on how to
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LICENSEE:
ATTN: REGULATORY
CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
1120 SANCTUARY PKWY, #150 GASA5REG
ALPHARETTA, GA 30009-7630
CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
Waivers/Conditions:
Federal Communications Commission
FCC Registration Number (FRN): 0003290673
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copy was generated. In cases where FCC rules require the presentation, posting, or display of an FCC license, this document may not be used
in place of an official FCC license.
Call Sign File Number
Radio Service
WQEM928 0007057132
CW - PCS Broadband
Grant Date
03-11-2016
Effective Date
03-11-2016
Expiration Date
03-08-2026
Print Date
03-12-2016
Market Number
BTA007
Channel Block
C
Sub-Market Designator
5
Market Name
Albany-Schenectady, NY
1st Build-out Date 2nd Build-out Date
03-08-2011
3rd Build-out Date 4th Build-out Date
Grant of the request to update licensee name is conditioned on it not reflecting an assignment or transfer of control (see Rule
1.948); if an assignment or transfer occurred without proper notification or FCC approval, the grant is void and the station is
licensed under the prior name.
License renewal granted on a conditional basis, subject to the outcome of FCC proceeding WT Docket No. 10-112 (see FCC
10-86, paras. 113 and 126).
Conditions:
Pursuant to §309(h) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, 47 U.S.C. §309(h), this license is subject to the
following conditions: This license shall not vest in the licensee any right to operate the station nor any right in the use of the
frequencies designated in the license beyond the term thereof nor in any other manner than authorized herein. Neither the
license nor the right granted thereunder shall be assigned or otherwise transferred in violation of the Communications Act of
1934, as amended. See 47 U.S.C. § 310(d). This license is subject in terms to the right of use or control conferred by §706 of
the Communications Act of 1934, as amended. See 47 U.S.C. §606.
This license may not authorize operation throughout the entire geographic area or spectrum identified on the hardcopy version.
To view the specific geographic area and spectrum authorized by this license, refer to the Spectrum and Market Area information
under the Market Tab of the license record in the Universal Licensing System (ULS). To view the license record, go to the ULS
homepage at http://wireless.fcc.gov/uls/index.htm?job=home and select License Search. Follow the instructions on how to
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CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
5055 NORTH POINT PKWY, NP2NE NETWORK ENGINEERING
ALPHARETTA, GA 30022
CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
Waivers/Conditions:
Federal Communications Commission
FCC Registration Number (FRN): 0003290673
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in place of an official FCC license.
Call Sign File Number
Radio Service
WRNE950
PM - 3.7 GHz Service
Grant Date
07-23-2021
Effective Date
07-23-2021
Expiration Date
07-23-2036
Print Date
Market Number
PEA049
Channel Block
A1
Sub-Market Designator
0
Market Name
Albany, NY
1st Build-out Date 2nd Build-out Date
07-23-2029 07-23-2033
3rd Build-out Date 4th Build-out Date
Operation for this combination license grants both interim and final rights for this PEA and is not impacted by the relocation
process pursuant to 47 CFR ? 27.1412(g).
License is conditioned on compliance with all applicable FCC rules and regulations, including licensee making payments
required by 47 C.F.R. §§ 27.1401- 27.1424 as described in FCC 20-22. See FCC 20-22, paras. 178-331.
Conditions:
Pursuant to §309(h) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, 47 U.S.C. §309(h), this license is subject to the
following conditions: This license shall not vest in the licensee any right to operate the station nor any right in the use of the
frequencies designated in the license beyond the term thereof nor in any other manner than authorized herein. Neither the
license nor the right granted thereunder shall be assigned or otherwise transferred in violation of the Communications Act of
1934, as amended. See 47 U.S.C. § 310(d). This license is subject in terms to the right of use or control conferred by §706 of
the Communications Act of 1934, as amended. See 47 U.S.C. §606.
This license may not authorize operation throughout the entire geographic area or spectrum identified on the hardcopy version.
To view the specific geographic area and spectrum authorized by this license, refer to the Spectrum and Market Area information
under the Market Tab of the license record in the Universal Licensing System (ULS). To view the license record, go to the ULS
homepage at http://wireless.fcc.gov/uls/index.htm?job=home and select License Search. Follow the instructions on how to
search for license information.
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Verizon Wireless
1275 John Street, Suite #100
West Henrietta, New York 14586
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d/b/a
VERIZON WIRELESS
VZW’s Saratoga Quarry
Brook Road
Saratoga Springs, New York
Site Selection Analysis
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SITE SELECTION ANALYSIS
Verizon Wireless proposes to install and operate a new wireless telecommunications
facility, including a new tower structure, which will include associated antennas, equipment
platform and related appurtenances off Brook Road in the City of Saratoga Springs, Saratoga
County, New York. The property, which is in the City’s IND-L (Light Industrial) zoning district, is
currently a 22.50-acre lot. The property is owned by the D.A. Collins Development Corp which is
mostly vacant treed land. Our subject site is setback to the east from Brook Road into the existing
tree canopy on the parcel.
1. NEED FOR FACILITY
(a) Problem
The process of identifying a technologically appropriate location, as well as the need for
this communications facility are provided in the RF SEARCH RING JUSTIFICATION. As
indicated in that report, when a Verizon Wireless Radio Frequency Engineer identifies coverage
gaps in the system or sites that have or will reach data capacity exhaustion, they issue a “search
area.” A search area is a geographical area located within the inadequately serviced area, and it
is designed such that if a wireless telecommunications facility is located within the search area,
and at an appropriate height, it will likely provide the required coverage. For the most part ,
locations outside of the search area will fail to provide adequate service to the cell. Due to
technological constraints, there is limited flexibility as to where a new facility can be located and
still function properly. The goal of the search area is to define the permissible location for
placement of a cell site that will provide adequate service in the subject cell and also work properly
as part of the overall network.
(b) Solution
A search area was developed based on the problems identified in the Verizon Wireless
network and is attached herein as Attachment 1. This is the geographical area within which a
new wireless telecommunications facility is likely to provide the required coverage (at an
appropriate height). In this case, the search area parameter is an oval shape extending just east
of Brook Road and north of Washington Street / State Route 29. Again, for the most part, locations
outside of the search area will fail to provide adequate service to the cell while locations within
are likely, but not guaranteed, to do so.
2. SEARCH RING ANALYSIS
(a) Geography & Topography
The “Saratoga Quarry” search ring is in a mostly flat geographic area with a small knoll in
the middle of the middle ring.
(b) Land Use
The Search Ring is made up of industrial type businesses and vacant treed property along
Brook Road. Attachment 2 is an overlay of the Search Ring and the tax map on an aerial
photograph of the area.
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3. ZONING CONSIDERATIONS
(a) Collocation
Verizon Wireless routinely seeks to install its antennas and equipment on existing
communications towers or other tall structures (“collocation”). Local communities universally favor
collocations because they can minimize the number of wireless telecommunications towers in an
area and many municipalities even provide a streamlined application review process. Collocation
is often listed as the highest siting priority in a local municipality’s Zoning Law. In addition to the
streamlined zoning application process, collocation is preferred by wireless providers because it
is generally a less expensive and more efficient option, compared to installation of a new tower
facility.
(b) New Structure on Municipally owned Property
As its next priority, Verizon Wireless seeks to locate wireless telecommunication facilities
on municipally owned property. These locations are often preferred by municipalities as the
second preference behind collocation as it allows municipalities to benefit from a rental stream
for the leased premises.
(c) New Structure on Privately-owned Property
When it is not feasible to collocate on an existing tower or tall structure, and there are no
feasible municipally owned properties in the area, Verizon Wireless must find a privately-owned
site which is appropriate for and can accommodate a new communications structure. In doing so,
the Site Acquisition Specialist attempts to identify properties in the Search Area large en ough to
accommodate the facility and which also meet any required area requirements such as set back
and fall zone. In addition, other characteristics such as existing compatible land use and existing
mature vegetation that can screen the facility are considered. Access, land use, constructability,
the presence of wetlands, floodplains and other contributing factors are also examined.
4. SEARCH RING ANALYSIS
Telecommunications towers are regulated by the City of Saratoga Springs’s Uniform
Development Ordinance (“UDO”) which regulates Telecommunication Facilities and Towers
(“Towers”) pursuant to §8.4. Table 8-a – Use Matrix identifies that “Wireless
Telecommunications Facilities” are allowed in all Districts subject to the standards of Section
8.4. Wireless Telecommunications Facilities are regulated by Section 8.4-DDDDD. Under 8.4-
DDDDD(2)(b)(iii), The construction of a new telecommunication tower or facility requires use
variance, site plan review and architectural review.
The preference of the City is to collocate on an existing telecommunication tower or other tall
structures.
After a comprehensive investigation of the Search Ring; no technologically feasible towers or tall
structures were available for collocation in the area. This Search Ring is zoned IND-L (Light
Industrial), which allows for the siting of new Telecommunications towers via use variance, site
plan review and architectural review.
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5. CANDIDATE/ALTERNATIVES ANALYSIS
There were two (2) parcels identified as being potential candidates for a new
communications facility within this search area. These parcels are identified on Attachment 2
with a red dot and the letters “A” and “B”. A summary of each of these properties located within
the Search Area is detailed below.
(a) D.A. Collins Development Corp (Parcel ID# 164.-2-43.1) - Primary Candidate
This subject site parcel is located off of Brook Road in the City of Saratoga Springs and
is 22.50 acres in size. The large parcel is mostly undeveloped vacant land. The property does
have an existing access/curb cut into the property from Brook Road for the use of an employee
parking lot. This property is located in the center of the search ring, is larger in size, has an
existing curb cut and is a bit higher in elevation than the other parcel. Our subject site is setback
to the east from Brook Road into the existing tree canopy on the parcel to minimize visibility of
the proposed facility. The property owner expressed a leasing interest and was able to come to
business terms with VZW. This location was approved and is the primary candidate for Verizon
RF.
(b) D.A. Collins Construction Co, Inc (Parcel ID# 164.-2-40)
This subject site parcel is located off of State Route 29 / Washington Street in the City of
Saratoga Springs, is 10.67 acres in size and is currently vacant treed land. This property is the
only other property within the search ring. This property owner is the same owner as the
Candidate A parcel, an entity of D.A. Collins. Since there is an existing driveway/curb cut into
the other property (Candidate A) off of Brook Road, and is not a State Route entrance, like State
Route 29/Washington Street would be; VZW and D.A. Collins decided it was best to use the
parcel off of Brook Road. Also, the Candidate A parcel has a bit more elevation than this parcel.
The proposed access road to the proposed tower itself does encroach onto this parcel in a small
arc for approximately 119’. Due to the grade and terrain of the area the proposed access road
needed to be designed with the small arc extending onto this parcel.
5. CONCLUSION
Based on the requirements of the City of Saratoga Springs Uniform Development
Ordinance (“UDO”), the existing conditions and land use within the search ring, two (2) parcels or
locations were identified for consideration. For these reasons listed above, the primary candidate,
Candidate A, is the best location for the proposed facility.
Prepared by:
Sara Colman
Sara Colman
Site Acquisition Specialist
Airosmith Development
Consultant to Verizon Wireless
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ATTACHMENT 1
VERIZON WIRELESS’
SARATOGA QUARRY SEARCH RING SHOWN IN RED.
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ATTACHMENT 2
VERIZON WIRELESS’ SEARCH RING (SHOWN IN RED).
OVERLAY SHOWING TAX MAP PARCELS (YELLOW OUTLINE) ON AERIAL
MAPPING.
PARCELS IDENTIFIED & INVESTIGATED SHOWN WITH RED MARKING.
Network Engineering
225 Jordan Rd
Troy, New York 14586
RF JUSTIFICATION
PROPOSED “SARATOGA QUARRY” COMMUNICATIONS FACILITY
CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS, SARATOGA COUNTY, NY
Cellco Partnership, d/b/a Verizon Wireless (“Verizon”) proposes to construct, operate
and maintain a new wireless telecommunications facility on property owned by DA Collins Dev
Corp, located off Brook Rd in the City of Saratoga Springs, Saratoga County NY (120± ft.
monopole tower with a 4± ft. lightning rod) (Tax Map # 164.-2-43.1 & 164.-2-40) in the Light
Industrial (IND-L) Zoning District.
This proposed facility (referred to internally as “Saratoga Quarry”) is specifically
intended to address significant coverage deficiencies in Verizon’s wireless network generally in
the northwestern area of the city (including along underserved portions of NY State Route 29
(NY-29 / Washington St), NY-9N / Church St, and Grand Ave.
This report described the proposed Saratoga Quarry site’s coverage objectives, the
search ring area, and tower height considerations for this project.
Saratoga Quarry Area of Northwestern Saratoga Springs –
Targeted Verizon Wireless Coverage Improvement Area and Site Location
Proposed “Saratoga Quarry” Wireless Facility -- Introduction and Background
Information
Coverage and/or capacity deficiencies are the two primary driving conditions that
typically prompt the need for a new wireless communications facility/site. All sites provide
capacity and coverage for the benefit of wireless customers and emergency services.
Coverage can be defined as the existence of a radio frequency signal of usable strength,
quality, and capacity in a given area (including into vehicles and buildings) that a mobile device
can decode and use to communicate with a nearby cell site. In areas that are well covered,
mobile devices are able to easily connect and maintain a reliable wireless connection with a
nearby neighboring cell site(s) and local wireless network.
Capacity can be defined as the amount of traffic (voice and data connections) a given
site can process before significant performance degradation occurs.
When traffic (wireless network usage) volume exceeds the capacity limits of a site
serving a given area, network reliability and user experience degrades. Ultimately this prevents
customers from making/receiving calls, applications from functioning, internet connections from
functioning, and data speeds fail. This critical condition is more important than just a simple
nuisance for some users. Degradation of network reliability can inhibit emergency responders’
ability to communicate in critical times and can result in the difference between life and death to
persons in emergency situations.
Although the proposed Saratoga Quarry facility’s main purpose is to provide new and/or
significantly improved coverage and network performance reliability across the targeted
improvement area, the site will also offload wireless devices operating in poor RF conditions in
and around the northwestern portions of Saratoga Springs from Verizon’s neighboring sites in
the city center area and the bordering Towns of Milton and Greenfield. The end result is a more
efficient and reliable wireless network across northwestern Saratoga Springs.
The wireless communications industry is governed by the Rules of the FCC. The FCC
requires each carrier to provide “substantial service” in its licensed service area or risk having its
license revoked (CFR 47, Parts § 22.940 and § 24.16).
The FCC defines “substantial service” as service which is sound, favorable, and
substantially above a level of mediocre service.
Note that while Verizon provides sufficient evidence to establish the existence of gaps in
coverage and capacity needs in this case, the FCC has confirmed that federal law does not
require a provider to establish the existence of a coverage/capacity gap to establish the need for
a site. There are several ways by which an applicant can establish site need. See “Accelerating
Wireless Broadband Deployment by Removing Barriers to Infrastructure Investment,” FCC 18-
133, 85 FR 51867, at ¶ 37 (October 15, 2018) (confirming that the test for establishing an
effective prohibition is whether “a state or local legal requirement materially inhibits a provider’s
ability to engage in any of a variety of activities related to its provision of a covered service,” and
this test is met “not only when filling a coverage gap but also when densifying a wireless
network, introducing new services or otherwise improving service capabilities”) (emphasis
added).
Before proceeding to the coverage and performance improvement objectives for the
proposed Saratoga Quarry facility, it is worth explaining several key points that help with
understanding the radio-frequency (RF) related information contained in the rest of this
document.
Coverage Maps and Propagation Studies:
Existing and proposed new reliable coverage in a given area is best conveyed via
coverage maps. RF engineers use computer RF propagation simulation tools (Verizon uses a
top industry propagation modeling and network planning software package called Atoll;
developed by 3rd party supplier Forsk) which account for terrain, vegetation, buildings, and
miscellaneous other natural and man-made obstacles (or “clutter”) that RF signals encounter
along the radio frequency path between cell site and wireless mobile devices. The RF signal
degradation/attenuation that occurs due to propagation through, over and around these
obstacles when used in conjunction with wireless carrier-specific site/network operational
parameters affords the ability to model the RF environment and accurately predict the received
signal level at any point in the area under study.
Propagation modeling is used to simulate the real-world network and assist RF
Engineers (along with industry experience and other tools) in evaluating the effectiveness of a
proposed new site and its impact on the existing network. While in the past, drive test data and
drop call records were relied upon for service evaluation, network design, performance
evaluation, and development needs have become too complex to rely on such antiquated
methods. Furthermore, these methods are simple not an effective means of visually
communicating gaps (need) in coverage or capacity for 4 and 5G networks.
Also of note, although exclusively regulated by the FCC and subject to market
adjustment as needed, all propagation maps in this RF Justification document are generated
using maximum radio output power (unless the power must be reduced to maintain compliance
with maximum output power levels defined in Verizon’s FCC licenses).
Verizon’s Operational Frequency Bands:
From an operational perspective, Verizon’s wireless network uses several distinct
frequency bands. Each of these frequency bands (also referred to as channels) are licensed by
the FCC and are deployed in varying ways to maximize their effectiveness.
Verizon’s main coverage bands are the relatively low frequency 700 MHz and 850 MHz
bands that are currently used for 4G LTE (700 MHz) and 5G (850 MHz). Because of the
advantageous propagation characteristics of the 700/850 MHz frequency bands, these channels
are used to form somewhat of an umbrella coverage layer as signals at these frequencies
enable wireless network connectivity over greater distances. Although voice and data can be
transmitted over these channels, their primary function is to offer a ubiquitous coverage layer for
reliable traditional mobile voice services (including 911 and texting). These low-band channels
will be used to provide as much reliable coverage as possible across the Saratoga Quarry site’s
targeted improvement area, both inside and outside of the surrounding homes, businesses, and
vehicles traveling thru the area.
Verizon also owns FCC licenses in higher frequency bands including 1900 MHz PCS
(Personal Communications Services) and 2100 MHz AWS (Advanced Wireless Services); thee
channels are referred to as “mid-band”. These mid-band channels offer more bandwidth (which
equates to increased capacity/data throughput and better performance) than the 700 MHz and
850 MHz bands, but because they are located higher up in the frequency spectrum, wireless
coverage is limited and signals in these bands do not travel as far as 700/850 MHz signals
(meaning signals of equal strength transmitted from a given wireless facility can be received and
decoded at greater distances in the 700/850 MHz bands than at the higher AWS/PCS
frequencies). These AWS/PCS bands, although somewhat limited in coverage distance,
provide capacity relief to the 700/850 MHz channels by allowing users close to each cell site to
access Verizon’s network via the AWS/PCS channels, enabling the 700/850 MHz channels to
provide coverage to mobile devices beyond those covered by the AWS/PCS frequency
channels. Also, since Verizon owns larger chunks of FCC licensed spectrum in the AWS and
PCS bands, these bands are used to provide customers with high-speed 4G internet access
due to the increased available bandwidth. These bands will eventually be repurposed and
converted to 5G as 5G usage begins to match and surpass 4G demand. Lastly, these channels
will be used to provide as much mid-band coverage as possible to as many homes and
businesses as possible across the targeted improvement area, which will offer reliable high
speed internet access to those customers.
As technology and mobile device capabilities evolved, customer demand for faster
download speeds continued to explode. To meet this demand, the FCC auctioned off additional
spectrum in the 3500 MHz band so that wireless carriers could begin to roll out new 5G services
without having to reuse capacity-limited 700/850 MHz, AWS and PCS bands currently used for
4G services. Verizon acquired several FCC licenses in the 3500 MHz (C-Band) frequency band
which are being used exclusively to deploy high speed 5G services. Verizon began rolling out
its 5G network nationwide in 2022, which consists of adding 5G radios and antennas to existing
wireless facilities. This 3500 MHz 5G rollout began in the Saratoga area in January 2022. 5G
C-band will be deployed at the proposed Saratoga Quarry site, offering ultra-wideband high-
speed data and other 5G services to those served by it.
From a coverage analysis perspective for the Saratoga Quarry site, the coverage results
demonstrated in this document use only the 700/850 MHz band since Verizon’s 700/850 MHz
network offers a best-case coverage scenario.
Evolving Wireless Network Deployment Strategies and Considerations:
To conclude this background section, is important to note the evolution in wireless
customer expectations and the demand for more data delivered at extremely fast upload and
download speeds. As technology continues to advance to AI and 5G and our handheld mobile
devices are able to do far more than simply place and receive phone calls and send text
messages, wireless subscriber habits have followed as customers expect to have access to fast
and reliable internet connections in places where they live, work and play so they can view
traffic data and find the fastest route to work or home, request an Uber ride and monitor driver
movement to the pickup location, host or attend meetings via Zoom or WebEx, stream videos
and music, watch tv and movies on streaming services like Netflix, Hulu and Peacock, listen to
podcasts, etc.
The graphics in the Wireless 4G/5G Safety and Growth and Reliable and Critical
Communications charts below provide additional information on the importance of reliable
wireless data access, its integration into our day-to-day lives and activities, and summarizes
how wireless data usage has evolved.
As a result of this wireless data services and capabilities evolution, it is now practical for
wireless service providers like Verizon, T-Mobile and AT&T to compete with traditional cable and
“wired” in-home internet companies like Spectrum, affording customers (assuming located
within solid mid-band coverage) the option to completely cut-the-cord and receive both reliable
high speed home internet and mobile voice and data on their wireless service plan. As network
features and customers’ expectations continue to evolve so do the difficulties that companies
like Verizon face in overcoming the challenges of providing high bandwidth (i.e., mid-band)
wireless signals deep into customer homes, business, entertainment venues, etc.
To overcome these significant challenges, wireless service providers need to develop
new wireless facilities closer and closer to homes and suburban communities to serve
customers wanting competitive high-speed internet service plan options or simply want to cut-
the-cord from traditional “wired” home internet and cable.
Tying this information back to the proposed tower, ultimately the objective of the
Saratoga Quarry site is:
• to provide reliable mobile voice services (including 911 emergency services access)
first and foremost, both in-home and in-vehicle.
• Second is to provide as much new mid-band coverage as is feasible from the
proposed site to offer reliable high-speed internet and data to as many customers as
possible in the northwestern portions of Saratoga Springs and the surrounding
community (the more area covered by the proposed site will lead to fewer future fill in
sites).
• The third important objective is to route as many customers as possible thru the
proposed Saratoga Quarry facility from within the targeted improvement area,
effectively removing this network usage from relatively-distant neighboring sites and
allowing them to better serve customers within their intended coverage area
(resulting in improved network capacity and a better wireless experience throughout
western Saratoga Springs).
Proposed “Saratoga Quarry” Site - Coverage and Performance Improvement
Objectives
Deployment of the proposed Saratoga Quarry cell site is an important step in Verizon’s
long-term plan to provide safe (including E-911 capability), reliable and uninterrupted wireless
telecommunications coverage to the main travel routes and population centers in Saratoga
County (in this specific case, along main passthrough routes NY-29 (Washington St) and NY-9P
(Church St), including into the homes and along many local/neighborhood roads generally in the
area of northwestern Saratoga Springs bounded by Daniels Rd to the north, West Ave to the
east, Grand Ave to the south and the Saratoga Springs / Milton town line to the west.
The current level of insufficient 4G/5G coverage in the area originates primarily from
Verizon’s existing wireless facilities near the city center and in the neighboring Town of Milton.
The nearest Verizon sites are:
• “Rte 29 & Station Ln” – approximately 1.6 mi. east on the 245 ft. tall guyed tower
off West Ave near Saratoga Springs High School,
• “Milton Center” -- approximately 1.8 mi. southwest on Verizon's 125 ft. tall
monopole tower of Rowland Ave in the Town of Milton,
• “Ballston Spa Air” -- approximately 3.0 mi. west on the 150 ft. tall monopole tower
off Sodeman Rd in Milton, and
• “Greenfield Center” – approximately 3.4 mi. northwest on the 184 ft. tall monopole
tower off South Greenfield Rd in the Town of Greenfield.
Coverage is unreliable and inconsistent from all the neighboring sites described above
due to distance, topography, and patches of dense vegetation between them and the targeted
Saratoga Quarry improvement area. Heavy network usage generated in/around western
Saratoga Springs also reduces the effectiveness of Verizon's Saratoga Springs city-based
neighboring sites and prevents them from offering sufficient network capacity (which limits a
site’s ability to provide and maintain reliable voice connections and advertised data speed) to
the targeted improvement area.
Existing Wireless Coverage in the Northwestern Portions of Saratoga Springs
Existing reliable coverage in the targeted performance improvement area is displayed in
the coverage maps at Exhibit 1 (attached to this report, where Exhibit 1a is a street map and
Exhibit 1b is the same coverage layer but with an aerial map as the base layer). As these
maps demonstrate, there are significant portions in and around the northwestern portions of the
city that are lacking reliable wireless coverage.
When viewing the maps at Exhibit 1:
• the proposed site location is the small circle with the green sector symbols labeled
“Saratoga Quarry”
• existing (on-air) Verizon sites are the locations with blue sector symbols
• the red boundary generally outlines the targeted coverage and network performance
improvement area
• existing -95 dBm level coverage in Verizon’s 700/850 MHz band (or low-band) is
depicted by blue-grey shaded coverage layer, and
• areas with tan background (on the street map) are outside the -95 dBm coverage
boundary and are in need of new and/or improved wireless service.
As noted in the Background section at the beginning of this report, coverage in the
700/850 MHz band demonstrates the best-case coverage scenario, and in this case represents
the areas where a reasonable level of reliable rural in-home / in-vehicle wireless service is
expected. Also note that varying levels of wireless service are likely available in areas outside
of the coverage boundary (i.e., where received signal strength is less than the -95 dBm
threshold), but coverage in these areas is not considered reliable and is likely too weak to
consistently or adequately reach inside of homes and certain vehicles in or traveling thru the
area.
Wireless Coverage Improvements from the Proposed “Saratoga Quarry” Wireless Facility
To resolve the wireless coverage and network performance gap areas in / around
northwestern Saratoga Springs, Verizon is proposing to develop its Saratoga Quarry site on DA
Collins property near the center of the targeted improvement area and approximately
equidistant from Verizon’s neighboring facilities Rte 29 & Station Ln, Milton Center and Ballston
Spa Air.
The Saratoga Quarry cell site’s coverage objectives are to provide new and/or improved
emergency and non-emergency 4G/5G wireless coverage across northwestern Saratoga
Springs, including 2.1± miles along NY-29, 1.7± miles along NY-9P, 1.6± miles along Grand Ave,
1.0± miles along Brock Blvd, 1.1± miles along Locust Grove Rd, and extending over more than
5 miles along many local and neighborhood roads (e.g., Buff Rd, Westbury Dr, Woodbridge Ct,
Slade Rd, Sherwood Trail, Friar Tuck Way, Jenee Way, King Arthur Ct, Knight Way, Round Table
Rd, Meadow Vista Estates, etc., to name a few), and into the homes and local businesses
across the targeted improvement area.
Calculated low-band 700/850 MHz coverage from the proposed new facility at an
antenna center line (“ACL”) height of 115 ft. is illustrated by the green regions at attached
Exhibit 2.
As the 700/850 MHz results in Exhibit 2 demonstrate:
• reliable wireless coverage will be extended across the majority of the targeted
improvement areas described previously
• when complete, most if not all Verizon customers accessing and connecting to its
wireless network from within the green-shaded area shown in Exhibit 2 will be
routed through and remain connected to the proposed Saratoga Quarry facility, in
effect resolving the issue of poor and unreliable service across the targeted
improvement area,
• And finally, by providing a dedicated site to serve wireless customers generally within
and passing through the green-shaded area, this somewhat distant, poorly-covered
and difficult to reach network traffic (usage) is removed from Verizon’s surrounding
sites attempting to reach northwestern Saratoga Springs (particularly from the
downtown Saratoga Springs area), resulting in better performance within each
neighboring site’s localized coverage area.
To summarize, from a Verizon ongoing regional network performance improvement
perspective, this project provides a necessary and critical upgrade of the Verizon’s 4G network
in Saratoga Springs, and will be designed to include new advanced 5G wireless equipment and
services. As a result, and upon completion, significant improvements in reliable 4G and 5G
services will be extended across the northwestern portions of the city including the nearby
homes, businesses and several main, local and community roads.
Proposed Site Placement and Candidate Evaluation
Why This Location Was Chosen
The proposed Saratoga Quarry site location was selected after considering several
important factors including the underserved coverage areas at and surrounding northwestern
Saratoga Springs (as shown in the coverage maps at Exhibit 1), local terrain and vegatation,
the limited number of feasible site placement options, and the goal of locating a property from
which a new wireless facility is capable of providing as much reliable seamless wireless
coverage as possible across the targeted network improvement area from a tower of reasonable
height.
Considering the above, the hilltop east of Brook Rd across from Pallatte Stone Corp's
mining operation was chosen for its relatively high terrain (the targeted hill is generally 50 ft. - 70
ft. higher in ground elevation than the relatively flat plataue between the proposed site and
downtown Saratoga Springs) and ability to achieve the stated network improvement objectives
from a reasonable tower height.
The map at Figure 1 below is intended to help visualize this hilltop's adventageous
location relative to the local terrain, and why a wireless facility placed on it is able to effectively
transmit coverage radially across northwestern Saratoga Springs.
Figure 1. Topographical Map of Northwestern Saratoga Springs and the Surrounding Area Including
the Proposed Saratoga Quarry Tower Targeted Hilltop Location
Note when viewing the map in Figure 1 above that the red arrows depict the pointing
angles of Verizon's antenna on the proposed tower. From these orientations, the antennas are
able to maintain visibility to:
• the north/northwest along NY-9P crossing into the Town of Greenfield toward
Greenfield Center,
• the residential areas to the east and south,
• and along NY-29 thru northwestern Saratoga Springs and further west into the
Townf of Milton.
Candidate and Site Selection Process
Verizon’s real estate and engineering teams followed a structured evaluation process
before selecting the proposed site.
Step 1 – Look for Existing Structures to Share (Co-location)
Before proposing a new tower, Verizon always looks for tall existing structures — such
as water tanks, communications towers or tall buildings — where antennas could be added. In
this case, the only tall structures nearby are the same towers and rooftops already in use by
Verizon, and all of them are too far away to adequately serve the Saratoga Quarry area
coverage gap. No suitable co-location option exists closer to the problem area.
Step 2 – Select the Best New Tower Location
With no existing structures available, Verizon evaluated candidate properties within the
targeted area. The DA Collins property was selected for several reasons:
• It sits on a thickly-treed hilltop, allowing signals to reach neighborhoods and roads
across the majority of northwestern Saratoga Springs without causing significant
interference into the city center area to the east.
• Mature trees surrounding the tower location naturally screen the ground equipment and
majority of the tower from view.
• The site location is relatively close to existing commercial utility connections along Brook
Rd, reducing construction impact.
• Its location is approximately centered within the coverage gap — roughly equidistant
from several existing neighboring Verizon cell sites to the east, south and west —
making it the most effective position for new coverage.
Additional details on the site selection process are provided in the Site Selection
Analysis document dated April 16, 2026 and included in Verizon’s zoning application package.
Tower Height
Verizon’s antennas must be placed at a height where the desired Saratoga Quarry site’s
objectives are satisfied with the goal of minimizing the aesthetic impact to the surrounding
community.
Considering the above, Verizon is proposing a 120 ft. tall monopole tower with antennas
mounted at the 115 ft. antenna centerline (ACL) height on the tower.
With a 120 ft. tower:
• Verizon's coverage and network performance improvement objectives are met.
• Verizon’s antennas are high enough to sufficiently clear the surrounding tree canopy
and other local-area clutter (elevation changes, distant trees and buildings, etc.).
• A reasonable level of future tree growth both near the proposed tower and
throughout northwestern Saratoga Springs can occur without significantly impacting
coverage.
• allows space for future collocation by other wireless service providers that are likely
also looking to improve their wireless coverage in northwestern Saratoga Springs
• the overall tower height is under the level requiring lighting or special tower
markings, and
• the thick surrounding canopy masks all of Verizon's ground equipment and the
majority of the tower structure.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the proposed 120-foot wireless communications facility located on the
property owned by DA Collins needed to bring reliable 4G and 5G wireless service to an
underserved area of northwestern Saratoga Springs. The location was chosen after a thorough
review of alternatives and offers the best combination of coverage, natural visual screening, and
minimal site disturbance.
Upon completion, the tower will benefit local residents, businesses, commuters, and
emergency responders by providing dependable phone, data, and 911 access in an area that
currently lacks it.
Respectfully submitted by:
Rick Andras
RF Design Engineer
Verizon Wireless
June 23, 2026
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AIRP R 43-03-
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073-51-
23.00W
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SARATOGA
SARATOGA
SPRINGS,
NY
129.8 1432.3
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SARATOGA
SARATOGA
SPRINGS,
NY
129.8 1432.3
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Verizon Wireless
1275 John Street, Suite #100
West Henrietta, NY 14586
ATTN: Ms. Kathy Pomponio
June 29, 2026
RE: STRUCTURAL/GROUNDING DESIGN LETTER
PROPOSED TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITY
SITE NAME: SARATOGA QUARRY
BROOK ROAD, CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS, SARATOGA COUNTY, NY 12866
TECTONIC W.O. 12396.068
Dear Ms. Pomponio:
Verizon Wireless is proposing a telecommunication facility at the above referenced address. The site includes the
installation of a Verizon Wireless antenna array at a centerline height of 115’ above ground level (AGL) on a 120’
monopole (overall height of 124’ when including the 4’ lightning rod). The monopole will be designed to
accommodate antenna arrays for three (3) additional carriers in addition to the proposed Verizon Wireless
installation. The structural loading for each future carrier will include up to twelve (12) panel antennas along with
remote radio units and other related equipment. The make, model, and manufacturer of the proposed monopole
will be provided as part of the construction documents to be submitted for the building permit application.
For the purpose of structural design of the monopole, foundation and antenna supports, the most stringent
criteria of the 2025 Building Code of New York State and ANSI/TIA -222-I-2023 “Structural Standard for Antenna
Supporting Structures and Antennas and Small Wind Turbine Support Structures” will be applied. The proposed
installation will be designed by a New York State licensed professional engineer and will meet all of the above
listed criteria. The monopole will be designed to resist overturning, shear, and all other failure modes. The
monopole will be designed so that in the event of a failure the monopole will fall within a fall zone setback of 124’.
For the purpose of lightning protection, the tower, antennas, cabling, ground equipment, utility equipment,
fencing, and all related objects will be grounded in accordance with the NEC/NFPA 780, ANSI/TIA -222-I-2023, and
all other applicable local, state, and federal standards.
Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Tectonic Engineering Consultants, Geologists & Land Surveyors, D.P.C.
Steven M. Matthews, PE
Managing Director – Engineering
June 30, 2026
City of Saratoga Springs
474 Broadway
Saratoga Springs, New York 12866
Re: Verizon Wireless “Saratoga Quarry ” Communications Facility
Dear Members of the Planning Board, Zoning Board of Appeals and Design Review Board:
With respect to the above, Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless ("Verizon") proposes to
construct a public utility / personal wireless service facility that is designed with capacity for
collocation (shared use) by three (3) additional wireless providers having panel antenna arrays
comparable to those of Verizon Wireless. Should the public utility / personal wireless service
facility be approved and constructed, Verizon Wireless, as the facility owner, will negotiate in good
faith with other licensed wireless service providers for future shared use of the subject structure. All
future collocations shall be subject to the involved parties reaching agreement on reasonable terms
and conditions, in accordance with all then-applicable agreements, customs and procedures in
the wireless industry, and there being adequate structural capacity and space to accommodate such
collocation.
The applicant’s proposed wireless telecommunications facility shall be maintained in a safe
manner and in compliance with all conditions of the site plan review without exception, unless
specifically granted relief, as well as all applicable local codes, ordinances and regulations,
including any and all applicable county, state and federal laws, rules and regulations. Verizon
Wireless (or the then-current tower owner) will remove the telecommunications tower
and all related facilities (footings and foundations excluded) if the communications facility
becomes obsolete or ceases to be used for its intended purpose by all existing colocators for
a period exceeding four (4) consecutive months. In such event, Verizon Wireless (or the
then-current tower owner) will remove the tower and all communications facility equipment. In
addition, Verizon offers to post a removal bond in the amount of $75,000 to secure its
obligations to remove the tower/facility.
Thank you for considering our application.
Sincerely,
Kathy Pomponio
Real Estate Market Manager, Consultant