Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
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TAIT BROADCASTING, LLC Doing Business As: TAIT BROADCASTING, LLC |
JAMES LEBRATO 27251 STATE ROAD 54 SUITE B14-124 WESLEY CHAPEL, FL 33544 United States |
+1 (813) 230-1430 | JAMESVL54@AOL.COM | Limited Liability Company |
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Applicant | Address | Phone | |
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Tony Zummallen President QCommunications, LLC |
Tony Zummallen 705B SE Melody Lane #314 Lee's Summit, MO 64063 United States |
+1 (816) 729-1177 | tony@Qcomm.tv |
Question | Response |
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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 | Replace the transmitter and antenna per the channel reassignment with reasonable and customary engineering and business practices. |
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) | |
Ownership | Owned | |
Is this transmitter currently shared with another station? | No | |
Is this transmitter currently in operating condition? | Yes | |
Existing Transmitter Manufacturer and Type | Manufacturer | |
Model | AT71KO-1 | |
Year | 2010 | |
Type | Solid State | |
Solid State Cooling | Air Cooled | |
Solid State Power Capacity | 1.1 kW |
Section | Question | Response |
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New Transmitter | Use | Primary (Main) |
Change Type | Purchase New | |
Is this a request for upgraded equipment? | No | |
Manufacturer | ||
Model | VAXTE-4L | |
Transmitter Type | Solid State | |
Solid State Cooling | Air Cooled | |
Solid State Power capacity | 5 kW | |
Justification for New Transmitter | Transitioning from UHF to VHF. New antenna has lower gain. |
Section | Question | Response |
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Other Transmitter Costs | ||
Does the transmitter installation require a Transmitter Building Site Survey/Installation? | Yes | |
Electrical Service | Service Entrance (3 phases 800A 208V) | Yes |
Switchgear (industrial 800 amp) | No | |
Transformer (480V) | No | |
Rigid Conduit and Wiring | No | |
Other Electrical Service | No | |
HVAC Service | Does the replacement transmitter require HVAC Service? | No |
Transmitter Building Addition/Modification or Leasehold Improvement | Does the Transmitter Building require an addition, modification, other leashold improvement? | No |
Name | Description |
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Transmitter Training |
Onsite training for new transmitter |
Transmitter Taxes |
Sales tax for new transmitter |
Transmitter Decommissioning |
Harvesting and removal of old transmitter |
Transmitter Shipping fee |
Shipping fees for new transmitter |
Site Prep |
Preparation of site for new transmitter |
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) | |
Ownership | Owned | |
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? | Yes | |
Existing Antenna Manufacturer and Type | ||
Mounting | Side Mount | |
Antenna position in stack | Not in Stack | |
Polarization | Horizontal | |
Type | Slotted Coaxial | |
ERP: | 15.0 kW | |
Manufacturer | ||
Model | PSILP16AWR | |
Year | 2014 |
Section | Question | Response |
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New Antenna Description | Use | Primary (Main) |
Change Type | Purchase New | |
Ownership | Owned | |
Is antenna shared? | No | |
Is antenna directional? | Yes | |
Will antenna be located on or in close proximity to an antenna farm? | Yes | |
New Antenna Manufacturer and Types | ||
Mounting | Side Mount | |
Antenna position in stack | Not in Stack | |
Polarization | Horizontal | |
Type | Other | |
Other Antenna Type | Panel | |
ERP: | 5.0 kW | |
Manufacturer | ||
Model | PSIVLDP2EC-3 | |
Year | 2020 | |
Justification for New Antenna | Contour of new antenna is smaller than the original antenna. |
Section | Question | Response |
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Elbow Complex | Do you require the separate purchase of the Elbow Complex? | Yes |
Broadband or Single Channel? | Single Channel | |
Feed Line Size | 1 5/8 inches inches | |
Side Mount Brackets | Do you require the separate purchase of side mount brackets for a high power antenna? | Yes |
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 |
Name | Description |
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Antenna Shipping fee |
Shipping fees for new antenna |
Tower vendor mobilization fees |
Transportation fees for rigging vendor |
Antenna Sales Tax |
Sales tax for new antenna |
Section | Question | Response |
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Transmission Line Related Expenses | Do you have transmission line related expenses? | No |
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) | |
Ownership | Leased | |
Is this tower consider Complex? | No | |
Is this tower currently shared with any other stations? | No | |
Is tower documented for structural analysis? | Yes | |
Is tower compliant with Rev G? | Yes | |
Existing Tower Structure Registration | Do you have a tower registration number? | Yes |
ASR Number | 1003429 | |
Coordinates (NAD83) | Latitude (NAD83) | 42° 26' 52.5" N- |
Longitude (NAD83) | 083° 10' 23.1" W- | |
Overall Structure Height | 1086.93 feet | |
Support Structure Height | 1012.13 feet | |
Ground Elevation Above Mean Sea Level (AMSL) | 662.07 feet | |
Structure Type | GTOWER - Guyed Structure Used for Communication Purposes | |
Tower Owner | American Towers LLC | |
Date Constructed | 06/11/1999 |
Section | Question | Response |
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Engineering Study | Please what type of engineering study is required, if any: | Tower mapping and report for structural engineer |
Tower Reinforcements | Please select whether tower reinforcements are needed: | No 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 | 350 | |
Explanation | Required to assist in the turnkey management of the channel relocation project in order that the existing internal personal can maintain and operate the stations daily operational requirements and plans. | |
Outside RF consulting Engineering Services | Perform engineering study for displacement application | Yes |
Prepare engineering section of Form FCC Construction Permit Application | Yes | |
For Auxiliary Facility | Yes | |
For Main Facility | Yes | |
Prepare engineering section of Form FCC License to Cover Application | Yes | |
For Auxiliary Facility | Yes | |
For Main Facility | Yes | |
Prepare request for Special Temporary Authority | Yes | |
Quantity | 1 | |
Prepare Form 601 | Yes | |
Attorney and Other Outside Consulting Services | Prepare and file Form FCC Construction Permit Application | Yes |
For Auxiliary Facility | Yes | |
For Main Facility | Yes | |
Prepare and file Form FCC License to Cover Application | Yes | |
For Auxiliary Facility | Yes | |
For Main Facility | Yes | |
Prepare request for Special Temporary Authority | Yes | |
Quantity | 1 | |
Negotiation of Lease and other Matter for Shared Locations | Yes | |
Prepare or Review FCC Form 399 for Reimbursement | Yes | |
Form 399 assistance or other program management costs | Yes | |
RF Field Engineering Services | Comprehensive coverage verification via field study | Yes |
RF exposure measurements | No | |
Additional Field Engineering Service | No |
Section | Question | Response |
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AM Pattern Disturbance | Is an Impact Study needed? | No |
Is Remediation needed? | No | |
Permit and Filing Costs | FCC Construction Permit Major Change | Yes |
FCC Construction Permit Minor Change | Yes | |
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 | |
Point to Point Microwave (STL/ICR) | Frequency Coordination for Unidirection System | No |
Frequency Coordination for Bi-Direction System | No | |
New Point to Point Microwave System | No |
Description | Predetermined Cost Estimate |
Estimated Cost | Estimated Cost Justification | Actual Cost | Actual Cost Justification |
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Sub-total | $140,224.18 | $132,252.53 | N/A | $114,252.53 | N/A |
Total for all systems | $512,492.58 | $340,317.93 | N/A | $222,762.93 | N/A |
Primary Transmitter VAXTE-4L | $140,224.18 | $132,252.53 | $114,252.53 | ||
Site Prep | $8,000.00 | $8,000.00 | Site preparation including receiving and inventory of transmitter and components; prepare site for acceptance of transmitter; pre-assemble cabinets and subassemblies; ensure all installation materials are available for installation crew. | N/A | N/A |
Transmitter Taxes | $6,316.80 | $6,316.80 | Sales tax for new transmitter. Refer to Inv: US0335124, US0336295 | $6,316.80 | N/A |
Transmitter Training | $3,000.00 | $3,000.00 | 4/2/2020- Working to obtain quote which may be delayed due to coronavirus pandemic. | N/A | N/A |
Transmitter Decommissioning | $7,000.00 | $7,000.00 | Estimated costs of harvesting and removal of old transmitter from site. Revised upon Site Survey. | N/A | N/A |
Transmitter Building Site Survey/Installation | $10,000.00 | $12,628.35 | Cost determined from invoices. | $12,628.35 | N/A |
Service entrance 3 phase/800 amp/208 volt | $14,400.00 | $3,800.00 | Cost determined by quote submitted by Talbot corporation on 10-7-2019 | $3,800.00 | N/A |
Low VHF - Air Cooled Solid State Transmitter 5 kW | $89,274.63 | $89,274.63 | Cost determined from invoices submitted. | $89,274.63 | LMS Correction |
Transmitter Shipping fee | $2,232.75 | $2,232.75 | Estimated shipping fees for new transmitter. Actual costs to be determined. | $2,232.75 | N/A |
Actual Information Description | File Name |
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Site Prep | Information not provided. |
Transmitter Taxes | |
Transmitter Training | Information not provided. |
Transmitter Decommissioning | Information not provided. |
Transmitter Building Site Survey/Installation | |
Service entrance 3 phase/800 amp/208 volt | |
Low VHF - Air Cooled Solid State Transmitter 5 kW | |
Transmitter Shipping fee |
Description | Predetermined Cost Estimate |
Estimated Cost | Estimated Cost Justification | Actual Cost | Actual Cost Justification |
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Sub-total | $46,054.00 | $46,054.00 | N/A | $24,899.00 | N/A |
Total for all systems | $512,492.58 | $340,317.93 | N/A | $222,762.93 | N/A |
Primary Antenna PSIVLDP2EC-3 | $46,054.00 | $46,054.00 | $24,899.00 | ||
Low VHF-Low Power, Side Mount, Other, 5.0kW input, Horizontal | $24,737.00 | $24,737.00 | Antenna required for FCC repack | $22,737.00 | N/A |
Tower vendor mobilization fees | $600.00 | $600.00 | Per attached JT Tower Service quote. | N/A | N/A |
Antenna Sales Tax | $1,000.00 | $1,000.00 | Estimated sales tax for new antenna. Actual costs to be determined. | N/A | N/A |
Side Mount antenna brackets | $4,625.00 | $4,625.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Antenna Shipping fee | $2,462.00 | $2,462.00 | Estimated shipping fee for new antenna. Actual costs to be determined. See attached invoice from PSI uploaded on 5.7.20 | $2,162.00 | N/A |
Sweep test of transmission line and antenna | $5,730.00 | $5,730.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Elbow complex, single channel, 1 5/8” input (if needed) | $6,900.00 | $6,900.00 | 4/2/2020- Working to obtain quote which may be delayed due to coronavirus pandemic. | N/A | N/A |
$0.00 | $0.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Actual Information Description | File Name |
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Low VHF-Low Power, Side Mount, Other, 5.0kW input, Horizontal | |
Tower vendor mobilization fees | Information not provided. |
Antenna Sales Tax | Information not provided. |
Side Mount antenna brackets | Information not provided. |
Antenna Shipping fee | |
Sweep test of transmission line and antenna | Information not provided. |
Elbow complex, single channel, 1 5/8” input (if needed) | Information not provided. |
Information not provided. |
Description | Predetermined Cost Estimate |
Estimated Cost | Estimated Cost Justification | Actual Cost | Actual Cost Justification |
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Sub-total | $178,750.00 | $4,950.00 | N/A | $4,950.00 | N/A |
Total for all systems | $512,492.58 | $340,317.93 | N/A | $222,762.93 | N/A |
Primary Tower GTOWER | $178,750.00 | $4,950.00 | $4,950.00 | ||
Tower mapping and report for structural engineer | $21,000.00 | $750.00 | Per attached ATC PE Letter quote. | $750.00 | N/A |
Tower Rigging Tall Tower (greater than 500') | $157,750.00 | $4,200.00 | N/A | $4,200.00 | N/A |
Actual Information Description | File Name |
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Tower mapping and report for structural engineer | |
Tower Rigging Tall Tower (greater than 500') |
Description | Predetermined Cost Estimate |
Estimated Cost | Estimated Cost Justification | Actual Cost | Actual Cost Justification |
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Sub-total | $138,254.40 | $147,851.40 | N/A | $78,661.40 | N/A |
Total for all systems | $512,492.58 | $340,317.93 | N/A | $222,762.93 | N/A |
Outside Professional Services | $138,254.40 | $147,851.40 | $78,661.40 | ||
Form 399 assistance or other Program Management costs | $29,929.40 | $29,929.40 | Cost determined by invoices. | $29,929.40 | Actual is same as estimated |
Comprehensive coverage verification via field study, if needed | $52,600.00 | $43,732.00 | Cost determined by invoices | $43,732.00 | N/A |
Attorney Fees - Prepare and File request for Special Temporary Authorization | $2,235.00 | $2,235.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Attorney Fees - Negotiation of lease and other matters for shared locations | $3,262.50 | $3,262.50 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Attorney Fees -Prepare and File FCC Form 2100 (main), License to Cover Application | $1,577.50 | $1,577.50 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Prepare Form 601 | $755.00 | $755.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Attorney Fees - Prepare and File FCC Form 2100 (main), Construction Permit Application | $3,025.00 | $3,025.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Prepare engineering section of FCC Form 2100 (main), License to Cover Application | $1,052.50 | $1,052.50 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Prepare engineering section of FCC Form 2100 (main), Construction Permit Application | $2,102.50 | $2,102.50 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Prepare request for Special Temporary Authorization | $1,280.00 | $1,280.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Perform engineering study for displacement application | $1,800.00 | $2,500.00 | Per attached invoice 1094 and 1218 from Greg Best Consulting Inc. Multiple evaluations of Detroit Market and displacement evaluations for UHF and VHF channels. Creation of all exhibits and other documentation for displacement application. | $2,500.00 | N/A |
Prepare/ Review 399 reimbursement form | $1,710.00 | $2,500.00 | Per attached QCommunications quote. | $2,500.00 | N/A |
Project management of the transition | $36,925.00 | $53,900.00 | Required to assist in the turnkey management of the channel relocation project in order that the existing internal personal can maintain and operate the stations daily operational requirements and plans. | N/A | N/A |
Actual Information Description | File Name |
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Form 399 assistance or other Program Management costs | |
Comprehensive coverage verification via field study, if needed | |
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. |
Prepare Form 601 | Information not provided. |
Attorney Fees - Prepare and File FCC Form 2100 (main), Construction Permit Application | Information not provided. |
Prepare engineering section of FCC Form 2100 (main), License to Cover Application | Information not provided. |
Prepare engineering section of FCC Form 2100 (main), Construction Permit Application | Information not provided. |
Prepare request for Special Temporary Authorization | Information not provided. |
Perform engineering study for displacement application | |
Prepare/ Review 399 reimbursement form | |
Project management of the transition | Information not provided. |
Description | Predetermined Cost Estimate |
Estimated Cost | Estimated Cost Justification | Actual Cost | Actual Cost Justification |
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Sub-total | $9,210.00 | $9,210.00 | N/A | $0.00 | N/A |
Total for all systems | $512,492.58 | $340,317.93 | N/A | $222,762.93 | N/A |
Other Expenses | $9,210.00 | $9,210.00 | $0.00 | ||
Equipment Storage | $500.00 | $500.00 | Expecting multiple staggered equipment deliveries from different vendors and need to store and stage new equipment prior to installation date. | N/A | N/A |
Equipment Delivery and Handling Charges | $1,000.00 | $1,000.00 | Transport, forklift rental and handling fees from staging area to transmitter site. | N/A | N/A |
Disposal Costs (for equipment and other waste, net of any salvage value) | $1,000.00 | $1,000.00 | 4-6 yard disposal bin on site to capture all waste from on site system integration and tower vendors. | N/A | N/A |
FCC Filing Fees - Form 2100 minor change CP application | $1,110.00 | $1,110.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
FCC Filing Fees - Special Temporary Authorization request | $305.00 | $305.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
FCC Filing Fees - Form 2100 Major change CP application | $4,960.00 | $4,960.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
FCC Filing Fees - Form 2100 license to cover application | $335.00 | $335.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Predetermined Cost Estimate |
Estimated Cost | Actual Cost | |
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Total for all systems | $512,492.58 | $340,317.93 | $222,762.93 |
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. | Bob Naismith Applicant 08/17/2022 |
Section | Question | Response |
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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. | Bob Naismith Applicant 08/17/2022 |