Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
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ION MEDIA LICENSE COMPANY, LLC Doing Business As: ION MEDIA LICENSE COMPANY, LLC |
Bianca Frye 601 Clearwater Park Road West Palm Beach, FL 33401 United States |
+1 (561) 682-4110 | BiancaFrye@ionmedia.com | Limited Liability Company |
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The Preparer is same as the reimbursement contact. |
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Will the station be sharing equipment with another broadcast television station or stations (e.g., a shared antenna, co-location on a tower, use of the same transmitter room, multiple transmitters feeding a combiner, etc.)? If yes, enter the facility ID's of the other stations and click 'prefill' to download those stations' licensing information. | No |
Briefly describe transition plan | Operate from current side mounted digital antenna while a new top mounted antenna is installed for post repack channel. Remove top mount analog antenna. Replace transmission line and non re-tuneable transmitter for operation on post repack channel. |
Section | Question | Response |
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Transmitter Related Expenses | Do you have transmitter related expenses? | Yes |
Section | Question | Response |
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Existing Transmitter Description | Type of change | Purchase New |
Use | Primary (Main) | |
Description of Use | N/A | |
Ownership | Owned | |
Owner | N/A | |
Site | N/A | |
Is this transmitter currently shared with another station? | No | |
Is this transmitter currently in operating condition? | Yes | |
Existing Transmitter Manufacturer and Type | Manufacturer | |
Model | DCX | |
Year | 2002 | |
Type | Inductive Output Tube | |
IOT Power Type | Single | |
Power Capacity | 20 kW |
Section | Question | Response |
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New Transmitter | Use | Primary (Main) |
Change Type | Purchase New | |
Is this a request for upgraded equipment? | Yes | |
Manufacturer | ||
Model | THU9-12 EVO | |
Transmitter Type | Solid State | |
Solid State Cooling | Liquid Cooled | |
Solid State Power capacity | 19 kW | |
Justification for New Transmitter | See attached Transmitter Exhibits. See attached Transmitter Upgrade Disclaimer. |
Section | Question | Response |
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Electrical Service | Service Entrance (3 phases 800A 208V) | No |
Switchgear (industrial 800 amp) | No | |
Transformer (480V) | No | |
Power | N/A | |
Rigid Conduit and Wiring | No | |
Size | N/A | |
Length | N/A | |
Other Electrical Service | Yes | |
Description | Electrical installation of replacement transmitter | |
HVAC Service | Does the replacement transmitter require HVAC Service? | Yes |
Type | Cooling Only | |
Size | 5 tons | |
Other Size | N/A | |
Transmitter Building Addition/Modification or Leasehold Improvement | Does the Transmitter Building require an addition, modification, other leashold improvement? | No |
Size | N/A | |
Channel 14 Costs | Is an RF Consulting Engineer needed? | N/A |
Is a channel 14 Mask Filer needed? | N/A | |
Is additional field engineering time needed? | N/A | |
Number of Days | N/A |
Name | Description |
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RF Interconnect |
Interconnect between RF system and transmission line |
Removal of Existing Equipment |
Removal of existing transmitters and equipment / Site Prep |
Section | Question | Response |
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Antenna Related Expenses | Do you have antenna related expenses? | Yes |
Section | Question | Response |
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Existing Antenna Description | Type of change | Purchase New |
Antenna Use | Primary (Main) | |
Description of Use | N/A | |
Ownership | Owned | |
Owner | N/A | |
Site | N/A | |
Is the existing antenna shared with another station or stations? | No | |
Is the existing antenna directional? | Yes | |
Is antenna in operating condition? | Yes | |
Is antenna located on or in close proximity to an antenna farm? | No | |
Existing Antenna Manufacturer and Type | Class | Full Power |
Mounting | Side Mount | |
Antenna position in stack | Not in Stack | |
Polarization | Horizontal | |
Type | Slotted Coaxial | |
Number of Stations Supported | N/A | |
Number of Panels | N/A | |
Design power capacity in use | N/A | |
Lower Limit | N/A | |
Upper Limit | N/A | |
Other Antenna Type | N/A | |
ERP: | 225.0 kW | |
Manufacturer | ||
Model | TFU-18DSC-R C170 | |
Year | 2002 |
Section | Question | Response |
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New Antenna Description | Use | Primary (Main) |
Description of Use | N/A | |
Change Type | Purchase New | |
Is this a request for upgraded equipment? | Yes | |
Ownership | Owned | |
Owner | N/A | |
Is antenna shared? | No | |
Is antenna directional? | Yes | |
Will antenna be located on or in close proximity to an antenna farm? | No | |
New Antenna Manufacturer and Types | Class | Full Power |
Mounting | Top Mount | |
Antenna position in stack | Not in Stack | |
Polarization | Elliptical | |
Type | Slotted Coaxial | |
Number of Stations Supported | N/A | |
Number of Panels/Bays | N/A | |
Lower Limit | N/A | |
Upper Limit | N/A | |
Design power capacity in use | N/A | |
Other Antenna Type | N/A | |
ERP: | 105.0 kW | |
Manufacturer | ||
Model | TFU-18DSC/VP-R C170 | |
Year | 2017 | |
Justification for New Antenna | See attached Antenna Exhibit |
Section | Question | Response |
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Combiner for Shared Antenna | Do you need a Combiner for a Shared Antenna? | No |
Type | ||
Number of channels supported | N/A | |
Frequencies of channels supported | N/A | |
Frequency | N/A | |
Do you need a combiner output splitter/switcher for dual feed lines? | N/A | |
Elbow Complex | Do you require the separate purchase of the Elbow Complex? | Yes |
Broadband or Single Channel? | Single Channel | |
Feed Line Size | 6 1/8 inches inches | |
Side Mount Brackets | Do you require the separate purchase of side mount brackets for a high power antenna? | No |
Pattern Scatter Analysis | Do you require separate purchase of pattern scatter analysis for a side mount high or medium power antenna? | No |
Sweep Test | Do you require the sweep testing of transmission line and antenna? | Yes |
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Support pole and brackets |
Top Mount support pole and antenna mounting brackets |
Input Complex |
Includes the necessary line sections, hangers, elbows, and engineering design to get the line from inside the tower up through the support pole to the antenna input |
Section | Question | Response |
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Transmission Line Related Expenses | Do you have transmission line related expenses? | Yes |
Section | Question | Response |
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Existing Transmission Line Description | Type of change | Purchase New |
Use | Primary (Main) | |
Description of Use | N/A | |
Ownership | Owned | |
Owner | N/A | |
Site | N/A | |
Is the existing transmission line shared with another station or stations? | No | |
Is Transmission Line in operating condition? | Yes | |
Existing Transmission Line Manufacturer and Type | Manufacturer | |
Type | Rigid | |
Diameter | 6 1/8 inches | |
Other Diameter | N/A | |
Segment Length | 19 3/4 inches | |
Other Segment Length | N/A | |
Number of parallel runs | 1 | |
Length | 1009 feet per run |
Section | Question | Response |
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New Transmission Line Costs | Use | Primary (Main) |
Description of Use | N/A | |
Change Type | Purchase New | |
Is this a request for upgraded equipment? | No | |
Type | Rigid | |
Diameter | 6 1/8 inches | |
Other Diameter | N/A | |
Segment Length | 19 1/2 inches | |
Other Segment Length | N/A | |
Number of parallel runs | 1 | |
Length | 1070 feet per run | |
Justification for New Transmission Line | See attached Antenna Exhibit |
Name | Description |
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Sweep existing transmission line |
Sweep existing transmission line |
Section | Question | Response |
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Tower Equipment or Rigging Costs Changes | Do you have tower equipment or rigging costs changes? | Yes |
Section | Question | Response |
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Existing Tower Description | Type of change | Modify Existing |
Tower Use | Primary (Main) | |
Description of Use | N/A | |
Ownership | Leased | |
Is this tower consider Complex? | No | |
Is this tower currently shared with any other stations? | No | |
One or more FM, AM or TV radio broadcaster(s) | N/A | |
Others Types of Users | N/A | |
Is tower documented for structural analysis? | Unknown | |
Is tower compliant with Rev G? | No | |
Existing Tower Structure Registration | Do you have a tower registration number? | Yes |
ASR Number | 1059876 | |
Coordinates (NAD83) | Latitude (NAD83) | 33° 53' 27.0" N- |
Longitude (NAD83) | 086° 28' 13.0" W- | |
Overall Structure Height | 1046.58 feet | |
Support Structure Height | 994.08 feet | |
Ground Elevation Above Mean Sea Level (AMSL) | 1003.92 feet | |
Structure Type | TOWER - Free Standing or Guyed Structure | |
Tower Owner | SpectraSite Communications, LLC. through American Towers, LLC. | |
Date Constructed | 05/27/1998 |
Section | Question | Response |
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Engineering Study | Please what type of engineering study is required, if any: | Study needed for undocumented/poorly documented tower |
Tower Reinforcements | Please select whether tower reinforcements are needed: | Major Reinforcements needed |
Section | Question | Response |
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Tower Rigging Costs | Complex Tower | N/A |
Helicopter Services Required | Are helicopter services required? | No |
Section | Question | Response |
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Outside Project Management Services | Do you require outside project management services? | Yes |
Number of Hours | 180 | |
Explanation | Required by tower landlord | |
Outside RF consulting Engineering Services | Perform engineering study for new channel assignment and antenna development | Yes |
Prepare engineering section of Form FCC Construction Permit Application | Yes | |
For Auxiliary Facility | No | |
For Main Facility | Yes | |
Prepare engineering section of Form FCC License to Cover Application | Yes | |
For Auxiliary Facility | No | |
For Main Facility | Yes | |
Prepare request for Special Temporary Authority | Yes | |
Quantity | 1 | |
Do you have Distributed Transmission System engineering services? | N/A | |
Critical Facility | N/A | |
Terrain-Shielded Facility | N/A | |
Attorney and Other Outside Consulting Services | Prepare and file Form FCC Construction Permit Application | Yes |
For Auxiliary Facility | No | |
For Main Facility | Yes | |
Prepare and file Form FCC License to Cover Application | Yes | |
For Auxiliary Facility | No | |
For Main Facility | Yes | |
Prepare request for Special Temporary Authority | Yes | |
Quantity | 1 | |
NEPA Section 106 environmental review | Yes | |
Environmental Assessment | Yes | |
ASR Modification | Yes | |
FAA Consultation (including preparation of FAA Form 7460) | Yes | |
Negotiation of Lease and other Matter for Shared Locations | Yes | |
Prepare or Review FCC Form 399 for Reimbursement | Yes | |
Address transition timing and coordination issues w/ other stations and wireless providers | Yes | |
RF Field Engineering Services | Comprehensive coverage verification via field study | Yes |
RF exposure measurements | Yes | |
Additional Field Engineering Service | No | |
Number of Days | N/A | |
Justification | N/A |
Section | Question | Response |
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AM Pattern Disturbance | Is an Impact Study needed? | No |
Is Remediation needed? | No | |
Facility Expenses | Name | N/A |
Other Distributed Transmission System Expenses Not listed | N/A | |
Name | N/A | |
Is Notification of a Medical Facility required as a result of DTV broadcasting? | Yes | |
Permit and Filing Costs | Local Zoning | No |
Non-zoning permits | Yes | |
BLM or NFS Coordination | No | |
FCC Construction Permit Minor Change | No | |
FCC License to Cover Application | Yes | |
FCC Special Temporary Authority Application | Yes | |
Other Miscellaneous Expenses | Does this relocation require paying Disposal Costs (for equipment and other waste, net of any salvage value)? | Yes |
Does this relocation require Equipment Delivery or Handling Charges not otherwise included in individual item costs? | Yes | |
Does this relocation require Equipment Storage? | Yes | |
Does this relocation require the Development and Airing of an Announcement regarding an upcoming channel change? | Yes | |
Does this relocation require MVPD Notification of a Channel Change? | Yes |
Description | Predetermined Cost Estimate |
Estimated Cost | Estimated Cost Justification | Actual Cost | Actual Cost Justification |
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Sub-total | $774,284.00 | $640,401.00 | N/A | $420,076.80 | N/A |
Total for all systems | $2,357,319.00 | $1,963,104.00 | N/A | $446,944.79 | N/A |
Primary Transmitter THU9-12 EVO | $774,284.00 | $640,401.00 | $420,076.80 | ||
UHF - Liquid Cooled Solid State Transmitter 14.2 - 20 kW | $684,000.00 | $551,117.00 | N/A | $420,076.80 | N/A |
Removal of Existing Equipment | $25,000.00 | $25,000.00 | See attached removal of existing equipment exhibit. | N/A | N/A |
RF Interconnect | $20,034.00 | $20,034.00 | See attached Dielectric RF interconnect quote. | N/A | N/A |
5 Ton system | $20,250.00 | $19,250.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Other Electrical Service: Electrical installation of replacement transmitter | $25,000.00 | $25,000.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Actual Information Description | File Name |
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UHF - Liquid Cooled Solid State Transmitter 14.2 - 20 kW | |
Removal of Existing Equipment | Information not provided. |
RF Interconnect | Information not provided. |
5 Ton system | Information not provided. |
Other Electrical Service: Electrical installation of replacement transmitter | Information not provided. |
Description | Predetermined Cost Estimate |
Estimated Cost | Estimated Cost Justification | Actual Cost | Actual Cost Justification |
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Sub-total | $449,765.00 | $298,025.00 | N/A | $0.00 | N/A |
Total for all systems | $2,357,319.00 | $1,963,104.00 | N/A | $446,944.79 | N/A |
Primary Antenna TFU-18DSC/VP-R C170 | $449,765.00 | $298,025.00 | $0.00 | ||
UHF - High Power Top Mount (200-1000 kW), One station antenna , elliptically or circularly polarized | $289,500.00 | $138,690.00 | V-Pol cost not included in reimbursement request. See attached Dielectric quote. Estimated cost includes shipping and tax not included in the attached manufacturer's quote. | N/A | N/A |
Sweep test of existing antenna | $6,730.00 | $6,400.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Elbow complex, single channel, at antenna input, per 6 1/8. feedline (if needed) | $12,300.00 | $11,700.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Support pole and brackets | $118,163.00 | $118,163.00 | See attached Dielectric quote. | N/A | N/A |
Input Complex | $23,072.00 | $23,072.00 | See attached Dielectric quote. | N/A | N/A |
Description | Predetermined Cost Estimate |
Estimated Cost | Estimated Cost Justification | Actual Cost | Actual Cost Justification |
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Sub-total | $222,540.00 | $171,863.00 | N/A | $0.00 | N/A |
Total for all systems | $2,357,319.00 | $1,963,104.00 | N/A | $446,944.79 | N/A |
Primary Transmission Line | $222,540.00 | $171,863.00 | $0.00 | ||
Rigid Transmission Line - copper, 6 1/8" | $216,140.00 | $165,463.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Sweep existing transmission line | $6,400.00 | $6,400.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Description | Predetermined Cost Estimate |
Estimated Cost | Estimated Cost Justification | Actual Cost | Actual Cost Justification |
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Sub-total | $657,800.00 | $626,820.00 | N/A | $20,000.00 | N/A |
Total for all systems | $2,357,319.00 | $1,963,104.00 | N/A | $446,944.79 | N/A |
Primary Tower TOWER | $657,800.00 | $626,820.00 | $20,000.00 | ||
Tall Tower (greater than 500') | $210,500.00 | $200,000.00 | See AT Exhibit for more information. | $20,000.00 | N/A |
Major tower reinforcement/modifications | $421,000.00 | $400,000.00 | See AT Exhibit for more information. | N/A | N/A |
Tower mapping for an undocumented/poorly documented tower and preparation of documentation necessary for tower load study | $26,300.00 | $26,820.00 | See AT Exhibit for more information. | N/A | N/A |
Actual Information Description | File Name |
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Tall Tower (greater than 500') | |
Major tower reinforcement/modifications | Information not provided. |
Tower mapping for an undocumented/poorly documented tower and preparation of documentation necessary for tower load study | Information not provided. |
Description | Predetermined Cost Estimate |
Estimated Cost | Estimated Cost Justification | Actual Cost | Actual Cost Justification |
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Sub-total | $189,650.00 | $171,280.00 | N/A | $6,867.99 | N/A |
Total for all systems | $2,357,319.00 | $1,963,104.00 | N/A | $446,944.79 | N/A |
Outside Professional Services | $189,650.00 | $171,280.00 | $6,867.99 | ||
RF Exposure Measurements | $21,050.00 | $20,000.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Comprehensive coverage verification via field study, if needed | $84,200.00 | $80,000.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
FAA consultant, including cost of preparing FAA Form 7460 (Notice of Proposed Construction), if needed for height increase | $2,105.00 | $2,000.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
ASR modification (prepare FCC Form 854) | $2,105.00 | $2,000.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Environmental Assessment, if triggered by NEPA Section 106 review or for certain structures over 450 feet | $10,520.00 | $10,000.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
NEPA Section 106 environmental review, if needed | $6,310.00 | $6,000.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Attorney Fees - Prepare and File request for Special Temporary Authorization | $3,680.00 | $3,500.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Attorney Fees - Negotiation of lease and other matters for shared locations | $4,210.00 | $4,000.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Attorney Fees -Prepare and File FCC Form 2100 (main), License to Cover Application | $2,365.00 | $2,250.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Project management of the transition | $28,440.00 | $18,530.00 | See AT Exhibit for more information. | N/A | N/A |
Prepare and or review reimbursement form | $2,630.00 | $2,500.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Address transition timing and coordination issues w/ other stations and wireless | $2,630.00 | $2,500.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Perform engineering study for new channel assignment and antenna development | $7,360.00 | $7,000.00 | N/A | $125.00 | N/A |
Prepare engineering section of FCC Form 2100 (main), Construction Permit Application | $3,155.00 | $3,000.00 | N/A | $2,000.00 | N/A |
Prepare engineering section of FCC Form 2100 (main), License to Cover Application | $1,580.00 | $1,500.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Prepare request for Special Temporary Authorization | $2,050.00 | $1,500.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Attorney Fees - Prepare and File FCC Form 2100 (main), Construction Permit Application | $5,260.00 | $5,000.00 | N/A | $4,742.99 | N/A |
Actual Information Description | File Name |
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RF Exposure Measurements | Information not provided. |
Comprehensive coverage verification via field study, if needed | Information not provided. |
FAA consultant, including cost of preparing FAA Form 7460 (Notice of Proposed Construction), if needed for height increase | Information not provided. |
ASR modification (prepare FCC Form 854) | Information not provided. |
Environmental Assessment, if triggered by NEPA Section 106 review or for certain structures over 450 feet | Information not provided. |
NEPA Section 106 environmental review, if needed | Information not provided. |
Attorney Fees - Prepare and File request for Special Temporary Authorization | Information not provided. |
Attorney Fees - Negotiation of lease and other matters for shared locations | Information not provided. |
Attorney Fees -Prepare and File FCC Form 2100 (main), License to Cover Application | Information not provided. |
Project management of the transition | Information not provided. |
Prepare and or review reimbursement form | Information not provided. |
Address transition timing and coordination issues w/ other stations and wireless | Information not provided. |
Perform engineering study for new channel assignment and antenna development | |
Prepare engineering section of FCC Form 2100 (main), Construction Permit Application | |
Prepare engineering section of FCC Form 2100 (main), License to Cover Application | Information not provided. |
Prepare request for Special Temporary Authorization | Information not provided. |
Attorney Fees - Prepare and File FCC Form 2100 (main), Construction Permit Application |
Description | Predetermined Cost Estimate |
Estimated Cost | Estimated Cost Justification | Actual Cost | Actual Cost Justification |
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Sub-total | $63,280.00 | $54,715.00 | N/A | $0.00 | N/A |
Total for all systems | $2,357,319.00 | $1,963,104.00 | N/A | $446,944.79 | N/A |
Other Expenses | $63,280.00 | $54,715.00 | $0.00 | ||
MVPD Notification of Channel Change | $1,200.00 | $1,200.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Develop and air announcement of upcoming channel change | $0.00 | $0.00 | The amount is yet to be determined (TBD) and ION will submit on-air announcement costs when finalized. | N/A | N/A |
DTV Medical Facility Notification | $11,550.00 | $3,000.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
FCC Filing Fees - Form 2100 license to cover application | $335.00 | $325.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
FCC Filing Fees - Special Temporary Authorization request | $195.00 | $190.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Non-zoning permits | $15,000.00 | $15,000.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Disposal Costs (for equipment and other waste, net of any salvage value) | $15,000.00 | $15,000.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Equipment Delivery and Handling Charges | $10,000.00 | $10,000.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Equipment Storage | $10,000.00 | $10,000.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Predetermined Cost Estimate |
Estimated Cost | Actual Cost | |
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Total for all systems | $2,357,319.00 | $1,963,104.00 | $446,944.79 |
Question | Response |
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The facility has ceased operating on its pre-auction channel. | No |
Construction of final facilities or all necessary modifications are complete. | No |
All receipts for reimbursement have been submitted no further costs are expected to be incurred. Note this will lock the Form 399 from further editing and begin close-out procedures with the Fund Administrator. | No |
Section | Question | Response |
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Submission of Estimated Expenses Statements | WILLFUL FALSE STATEMENTS ON THIS FORM ARE PUNISHABLE BY FINE AND/OR IMPRISONMENT (U.S. CODE, TITLE 18, SECTION 1001), AND/OR REVOCATION OF ANY STATION LICENSE OR CONSTRUCTION PERMIT (U.S. CODE, TITLE 47, SECTION 312(a)(1), AND/OR FORFEITURE (U.S. CODE, TITLE 47, SECTION 503), AND ANY FALSE STATEMENTS COULD SUBJECT THIS ENTITY TO LIABILITY UNDER THE FALSE CLAIMS ACT. |
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I declare, under penalty of perjury, that I am an authorized representative of the above-named applicant for the Authorization(s) specified above. | Mario Vasquez Vice President - Finance, Operations 09/07/2018 |
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Submission of Actual Cost Documentation Statements | WILLFUL FALSE, FRAUDULENT, OR FICTITIOUS STATEMENTS ON THIS FORM ARE PUNISHABLE BY FINE AND/OR IMPRISIONMENT (U.S. CODE, TITLE 18, SECTION 1001), AND/OR REVOCATION OF ANY STATION LICENSE OR CONSTRUCTION PERMIT (U.S. CODE, TITLE 47, SECTION 312(a)(1), AND/OR FORFEITURE (U.S. CODE, TITLE 47, SECTION 503), AND ANY FALSE AND/OR FRAUDULENT STATEMENTS COULD SUBJECT THIS ENTITY TO LIABILITY UNDER THE FALSE CLAIMS ACT (U.S. CODE, TITLE 31, SECTIONS 3729-3733). |
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I declare, under penalty of perjury, that I am an authorized representative of the above-named applicant for the Authorization(s) specified above. | Mario Vasquez Vice President - Finance, Operations 09/07/2018 |