103-98 OrdinanceRECORD OF ORDINANCES
Dayton Legal Blank Co. Form No. 30043
Ordinance No.___________1Q3-9_$__ Passed_ ______________________________________19
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT FOR THE LOCATION OF
A WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS STRUCTURE
WHEREAS, SprintCom, Inc. desires to locate a telecommunications alternative tower
structure with facilities in Scioto Park in order to "build-out" a PCS network; and
WHEREAS, the Telecommunications Act of 1996 requires the reasonable accommodation
of such structures; and
WHEREAS, the City of Dublin desires to employ innovative techniques to accommodate
such structures in accordance with Chapter 99 of the Codified Ordinances of the City of
Dublin; and
WHEREAS, the City of Dublin and SprintCom, Inc. have worked jointly to locate a site and
design an unique support structure which is mutually beneficial to both parties.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Dublin, State of
Ohio, ~ of the elected members concurring that:
Section 1. The City Manager is hereby authorized to enter into a lease agreement with
SprintCom, Inc. for the purpose of the placement of a telecommunication alternative tower
structure with facilities at Scioto Park.
Section 2. This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after the earliest date
permitted by law.
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I hereby certify that copies of this Ordinance/Resolution were post in the
City of Dublin in accordance wits Section 131,25 of the Ohio Revise Code.
/~~l.ti of Counci{, Dublin, Ohio
Department of Service
6351 Shier-Rings Road • Dublin, Ohio 43016-1243
Phone: 614-761-6570 Fax: 614-761-6512
CITY OF DUBLIN M e m o
To: All Members Dublin City Council
From: Timothy C. Hansley, City Manager r
Initiated by: Dana L. McDaniel, Director of Service
Date: September 3, 1998
Re: Ordinance 103-98, Wireless Telecommunications Tower at Scioto Park
Staff recommends Council pass Ordinance 103-98 authorizing the City Manager to enter into a lease
agreement with SprintCom for the location of a wireless telecommunications structure at Scioto Park.
Over a year ago SprintCom approached the City of Dublin regarding the installation of a wireless
telecommunications tower in the vicinity of Scioto Park. Staff, with the assistance of Jan Murphy of Nexus
Telecommunications, worked pro-actively with SprintCom to assess various possible locations in this
vicinity. SprintCom has proven the need to be in the area and has submitted an application in accordance
with Chapter 99 of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Dublin and complies with the requirements
therein. Staff has given its administrative approval for the tower also in accordance with Chapter 99.
Because the proposed tower would be in a City-owned park and scenic river corridor SprintCom desires
to use an alternative tower structure in the form of an artificial tree as encouraged by Chapter 99. After
much research and seeing two artificial trees in Fox Chapel, PA, staff supports this approach. Likewise,
adjoining property owners and the East Dublin Civic Association have also endorsed this as the best option.
This alternative tower structure will also accommodate both SprintCom and an additional antenna for a
future provider.
The following are attached for your review:
1. Ordinance 103-98
2. Correspondence from Michael Hermon, Sprint PCS, dated September 1, 1998
3. Photos from various angles of the helium balloon tests.
4. Color rendering of the artificial tree
5. Site survey
Prior to the second reading/public hearing, you will receive a digitized picture of the artificial tree
transposed onto a picture of the site so you can more fully visualize this structure in the park.
Because of its length, I am not including a copy of the lease agreement with this report. It is essentially
the same as that passed by Council for the tower at Avery Park. The base lease payment for this site is
$300,000 for a ten year term. However, should you desire a copy, please contact Tammy Brown at 761-
6570. Any other questions can be addressed to Dana McDaniel at 761,6570, Bobbie Clarke at 761-6550,
or Jan Murphy at 799-2225.
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September 1, 1998
Dana L. McDaniel
Director of Service
City of Dublin
6351 Shier-Rings Road.
Dublin, Ohio 43016
RE: Proposal to construct a Wireless Telecommunications facility at Scioto Park.
Dear Mr. McDaniel:
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My name is Michael Hennon. I represent SprintCom in its' endeavor to construct a PCS network across the Metropolitan
Columbus area. In our diligence to build-out the system, we actively work with communities, such as Dublin, during the site
selection process. In Dublin, we have utilized the assistance of your Telecommunications Consultant, Janice Murphy.
Our search parameters have placed us within a predominantly residential area bounded by Riverside Drive and the Scioto River.
The Scioto Park represents and comprises the largest contiguous land mass within this area. With the assistance of Jan Murphy,
we have utilized the last nine (9) months-[o-a year developing a proposal to utilize the many natural screening capabilities of the
park while still maintaining the concerns for the aesthetic quality of the park. This presented a difficult, but unique challenge.
As a result, we are a proposing an application that is mutually beneficial.
We are proposing to install a two (2) carrier communications facility designed by Larson Utility CamouflageT" in order to blend
with the existing park attributes. A color rendering is included for your perusal. Please note that these are only renderings.
Each application is custom designed. We will be ordering a facility with tree canopy extending below the existing natural tree
canopy. This design will be in the form of a deciduous tree, complete with simulated bark. The structure height will be 100'.
Based upon helium balloon tests, this will place the simulated tree canopy slightly above the existing tree canopy (color photos of
the balloon test are included as part of this package; superimposed digital images of the proposed tree structure will be provided
prior to the September 21, 1998 City Council meeting).
The Scioto Park follows the natural elevations descending towards the Scioto River. As a result, the park has three (3) significant
shelves, or plateaus. The first being street-level with Riverside Drive; the second shelf being a level with amphitheater and
sanitary facilities; the third or lower shelf being shelters and play facilities alongside the river. The proposed site is at the north-
end of the park located on the second shelf. This area is highly forested and provides natural base screening from the road,
parking area and theater.
At the base of the structure, will be our equipment cabinet. This cabinet does not require a building. The overall dimensions of
the cabinet measure approximately six feet (6') in length, five feet (5') in height, and two and one-half feet (2'/i') in width. The
equipment, and structure will be protected by a chain-link fence. The fence will then be shrouded by Colorado Green Spruce
(landscape plan to be submitted and approved by the City of Dublin). Access to the site will be provided by a hard surfaced
facility extending from the existing parking area to the site. In order to prevent trespassing, wooden bollards with chain will be
utilized at the point of entrance (see attached surveys for site and site access depiction).
Based on the information, provided herein, I hope you will perceive our efforts both, to provide PCS coverage, to the City of
Dublin, and maintain the aesthetic integrity of your community, favorable.
Respectfully Submitted,
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Michael K. Hennon
Columbus BTA -Property Manager.
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