| Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
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Michael Tonges |
Michael Tonges PO Box 44720 North Canton, OH 44720 United States |
+1 (330) 284-2574 | MCTONGES@AOL.COM | Individual |
| Applicant | Address | Phone | |
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[Confidential] |
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| Applicant | Address | Phone | |
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Tony Zummallen President Q Communications, LLC |
Tony Zummallen 705B SE Melody Lane #314 Lee's Summit, MO 64063 United States |
+1 (816) 729-1177 | tony@Qcomm.tv |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Transmitter Related Expenses | Do you have transmitter related expenses? | Yes |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | INNOVATOR-LX | |
| Year | 2004 | |
| Type | Solid State | |
| Solid State Cooling | Air Cooled | |
| Solid State Power Capacity | 0.80 kW |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| New Transmitter | Use | Primary (Main) |
| Change Type | Purchase New | |
| Is this a request for upgraded equipment? | Yes | |
| Manufacturer | ||
| Model | TMU9-3 EVO | |
| Transmitter Type | Solid State | |
| Solid State Cooling | Air Cooled | |
| Solid State Power capacity | 1.15 kW | |
| Justification for New Transmitter | New transmitter needed to overcome tropo effects on new channel. |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Other Transmitter Costs | ||
| Does the transmitter installation require a Transmitter Building Site Survey/Installation? | Yes | |
| Electrical Service | Service Entrance (3 phases 800A 208V) | No |
| 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? | Yes |
| Type | Cooling Only | |
| Size | Other | |
| Other Size | 3 tons | |
| Transmitter Building Addition/Modification or Leasehold Improvement | Does the Transmitter Building require an addition, modification, other leashold improvement? | No |
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
Transmitter Shipping fees |
Transmitter shipping fees |
Transmitter Site Prep |
Site preparation for main transmitter installation: Receive and inventory new transmitter and components; pre-assemble cabinets; ensure all materials available for installation crew. |
Decommission Old Transmitter |
Disconnect and de-install the existing primary transmitter, RF components and the filter system and cooling system from service |
Transmitter Taxes |
Transmitter sales tax |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Antenna Related Expenses | Do you have antenna related expenses? | Yes |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| 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? | No | |
| 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 | PSiLP16-39 | |
| Year | 2009 |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| 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? | No | |
| New Antenna Manufacturer and Types | ||
| Mounting | Side Mount | |
| Antenna position in stack | Not in Stack | |
| Polarization | Elliptical | |
| Type | Other | |
| Other Antenna Type | Panel | |
| ERP: | 2.5 kW | |
| Manufacturer | ||
| Model | PSILP8OI-34-EP | |
| Year | 2020 | |
| Justification for New Antenna | See attached letter from WES Broadcast Consultants, Inc dated 10-02-2019 regarding issues caused by repack including loss of viewers due to poor reception. This change is for a UHF Antenna, not a VHF as originally approved. |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Elbow Complex | Do you require the separate purchase of the Elbow Complex? | No |
| 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 |
|---|---|
Antenna Shipping fees |
Shipping fees of new antenna to site |
Antenna Taxes |
Antenna sales tax |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission Line Related Expenses | Do you have transmission line related expenses? | No |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Tower Equipment or Rigging Costs Changes | Do you have tower equipment or rigging costs changes? | Yes |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Existing Tower Description | Type of change | Modify Existing |
| Tower Use | Primary (Main) | |
| Ownership | Owned | |
| 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 | 1050165 | |
| Coordinates (NAD83) | Latitude (NAD83) | 40° 53' 55.0" N- |
| Longitude (NAD83) | 081° 12' 36.0" W- | |
| Overall Structure Height | 300.85 feet | |
| Support Structure Height | 300.85 feet | |
| Ground Elevation Above Mean Sea Level (AMSL) | 1253.27 feet | |
| Structure Type | TOWER - Free Standing or Guyed Structure | |
| Tower Owner | IMAGE VIDEO TELEPRODUCTIONS, INC. | |
| Date Constructed | 06/24/1997 |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Tower Rigging Costs | Complex Tower | N/A |
| Helicopter Services Required | Are helicopter services required? | No |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Outside Project Management Services | Do you require outside project management services? | Yes |
| Number of Hours | 200 | |
| Explanation | Required to assist in the turnkey management of the channel relocation project in order that the existing personnel 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 | 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 | |
| Prepare Form 601 | Yes | |
| 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 | |
| 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 |
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
Travel labor |
Travel Labor rate |
Vehicle expenses - mileage |
Vehicle expenses - mileage - IRS 2019 |
Broadcast Engineer Services |
Costs for an on-site broadcast engineer |
Airfare |
Airfare expenses |
Hotel Expenses |
Hotel Expenses |
Meals and sundries |
Meals and sundries |
Rental car expenses |
Rental car expenses |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
Foam Coax jumper |
7/8" foam coax jumper |
| Description | Predetermined Cost Estimate |
Estimated Cost | Estimated Cost Justification | Actual Cost | Actual Cost Justification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sub-total | $142,950.00 | $92,883.00 | N/A | $46,533.00 | N/A |
| Total for all systems | $387,572.99 | $302,930.99 | N/A | $126,032.40 | N/A |
| Primary Transmitter TMU9-3 EVO | $142,950.00 | $92,883.00 | $46,533.00 | ||
| Other -- HVAC Service Type: C Size:3 (Other) | $4,100.00 | $4,100.00 | 3-ton mini-split by Accurate Air Flow LLP | $4,100.00 | N/A |
| Transmitter Building Site Survey/Installation | $10,000.00 | $18,500.00 | Per attached QCommunications quote. | N/A | N/A |
| Transmitter Shipping fees | $2,500.00 | $2,500.00 | Estimated shipping costs for transmitter. Actual costs to be determined. | N/A | N/A |
| Decommission Old Transmitter | $8,000.00 | $8,000.00 | Per attached QCommunications quote. | N/A | N/A |
| Transmitter Taxes | $10,100.00 | $10,100.00 | Estimated sales tax collected by vendors as part of the repack. Actual costs to be determined. | N/A | N/A |
| High VHF - Air Cooled Solid State Transmitter 1.1 - 4.4 kW | $101,000.00 | $42,433.00 | Actual costs per Rohde & Schwarz inv 9500119820 (less upgrade value of $2566.28 according to Rohde quote). | $42,433.00 | N/A |
| Transmitter Site Prep | $7,250.00 | $7,250.00 | Per attached QCommunications quote. | N/A | N/A |
| Actual Information Description | File Name |
|---|---|
| Other -- HVAC Service Type: C Size:3 (Other) | |
| Transmitter Building Site Survey/Installation | Information not provided. |
| Transmitter Shipping fees | Information not provided. |
| Decommission Old Transmitter | Information not provided. |
| Transmitter Taxes | Information not provided. |
| High VHF - Air Cooled Solid State Transmitter 1.1 - 4.4 kW | |
| Transmitter Site Prep | Information not provided. |
| Description | Predetermined Cost Estimate |
Estimated Cost | Estimated Cost Justification | Actual Cost | Actual Cost Justification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sub-total | $26,100.41 | $26,100.41 | N/A | $10,113.16 | N/A |
| Total for all systems | $387,572.99 | $302,930.99 | N/A | $126,032.40 | N/A |
| Primary Antenna PSILP8OI-34-EP | $26,100.41 | $26,100.41 | $10,113.16 | ||
| Antenna Shipping fees | $450.66 | $450.66 | Estimated shipping costs for antenna. Actual costs to be determined. | $450.66 | N/A |
| Antenna Taxes | $2,600.00 | $2,600.00 | Estimated sales tax collected by vendors as part of the repack. 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 |
| Sweep test of transmission line and antenna | $5,730.00 | $5,730.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| High VHF-Low Power, Side Mount, Other, 2.5kW input, Elliptical | $12,694.75 | $12,694.75 | Switch from VHF Antenna to UHF Antenna. Elliptical upgrade. See Propagation Systems proposals P13120-DR1 and P13120-DR attached to invoices DP2149 and 2149. | $9,662.50 | N/A |
| Actual Information Description | File Name |
|---|---|
| Antenna Shipping fees | |
| Antenna Taxes | Information not provided. |
| Side Mount antenna brackets | Information not provided. |
| Sweep test of transmission line and antenna | Information not provided. |
| High VHF-Low Power, Side Mount, Other, 2.5kW input, Elliptical |
| Description | Predetermined Cost Estimate |
Estimated Cost | Estimated Cost Justification | Actual Cost | Actual Cost Justification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sub-total | $77,190.00 | $58,265.00 | N/A | $37,265.00 | N/A |
| Total for all systems | $387,572.99 | $302,930.99 | N/A | $126,032.40 | N/A |
| Primary Tower TOWER | $77,190.00 | $58,265.00 | $37,265.00 | ||
| Tower mapping and report for structural engineer | $21,000.00 | $21,000.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Tower Rigging Short Tower (less than 500') | $56,190.00 | $37,265.00 | Per Baker Tower Quote attached to invoice 9-4-2020. | $37,265.00 | N/A |
| Actual Information Description | File Name |
|---|---|
| Tower mapping and report for structural engineer | Information not provided. |
| Tower Rigging Short Tower (less than 500') |
| Description | Predetermined Cost Estimate |
Estimated Cost | Estimated Cost Justification | Actual Cost | Actual Cost Justification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sub-total | $131,128.00 | $115,643.00 | N/A | $30,956.66 | N/A |
| Total for all systems | $387,572.99 | $302,930.99 | N/A | $126,032.40 | N/A |
| Outside Professional Services | $131,128.00 | $115,643.00 | $30,956.66 | ||
| Project management of the transition | $21,100.00 | $30,800.00 | 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. | $16,428.66 | N/A |
| Form 399 assistance or other Program Management costs | $30,646.00 | $30,646.00 | Per attached QCommunications quote. | $9,078.00 | 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 | $250.00 | 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 | $1,800.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Prepare/ Review 399 reimbursement form | $1,710.00 | $3,000.00 | Per attached QCommunications quote. Includes initial 399 eligibility plus 399 application | $3,000.00 | Actual invoice for 399 preparation and submittal. See attached invoice. |
| Comprehensive coverage verification via field study, if needed | $52,600.00 | $26,125.00 | Per actual invoice from QComm quote 716-R | $0.00 | N/A |
| Prepare Form 601 | $755.00 | $755.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Attorney Fees - Prepare and File request for Special Temporary Authorization | $2,235.00 | $2,235.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Airfare | $500.00 | $500.00 | Per attached QCommunications quote. | N/A | N/A |
| Hotel Expenses | $800.00 | $800.00 | Per attached QCommunications quote. | N/A | N/A |
| Meals and sundries | $432.00 | $432.00 | Per attached QCommunications quote | N/A | N/A |
| Rental car expenses | $70.00 | $70.00 | Per attached QCommunications quote. | N/A | N/A |
| Travel labor | $3,690.00 | $3,690.00 | Per attached QCommunications quote. | N/A | N/A |
| Vehicle expenses - mileage | $290.00 | $290.00 | Per attached QCommunications quote. | N/A | N/A |
| Broadcast Engineer Services | $2,200.00 | $2,200.00 | Per actual costs | $2,200.00 | N/A |
| Actual Information Description | File Name |
|---|---|
| Project management of the transition | |
| Form 399 assistance or other Program Management costs | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | Information not provided. |
| Prepare/ Review 399 reimbursement form | |
| Comprehensive coverage verification via field study, if needed | |
| Prepare Form 601 | Information not provided. |
| Attorney Fees - Prepare and File request for Special Temporary Authorization | Information not provided. |
| Airfare | Information not provided. |
| Hotel Expenses | Information not provided. |
| Meals and sundries | Information not provided. |
| Rental car expenses | Information not provided. |
| Travel labor | Information not provided. |
| Vehicle expenses - mileage | Information not provided. |
| Broadcast Engineer Services |
| Description | Predetermined Cost Estimate |
Estimated Cost | Estimated Cost Justification | Actual Cost | Actual Cost Justification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sub-total | $10,204.58 | $10,039.58 | N/A | $1,164.58 | N/A |
| Total for all systems | $387,572.99 | $302,930.99 | N/A | $126,032.40 | N/A |
| Other Expenses | $10,204.58 | $10,039.58 | $1,164.58 | ||
| 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 |
| 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 | $170.00 | N/A | $170.00 | 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 |
| Foam Coax jumper | $994.58 | $994.58 | Actual costs for a 7/8" foam coax jumper per SWR INV 20308 | $994.58 | N/A |
| Actual Information Description | File Name |
|---|---|
| Equipment Storage | Information not provided. |
| Equipment Delivery and Handling Charges | Information not provided. |
| FCC Filing Fees - Special Temporary Authorization request | Information not provided. |
| FCC Filing Fees - Form 2100 Major change CP application | Information not provided. |
| FCC Filing Fees - Form 2100 license to cover application | |
| Disposal Costs (for equipment and other waste, net of any salvage value) | Information not provided. |
| FCC Filing Fees - Form 2100 minor change CP application | Information not provided. |
| Foam Coax jumper |
| Predetermined Cost Estimate |
Estimated Cost | Actual Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total for all systems | $387,572.99 | $302,930.99 | $126,032.40 |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| The facility has ceased operating on its pre-auction channel. | Yes |
| Construction of final facilities or all necessary modifications are complete. | Yes |
| 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. | Yes |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| 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. | Michael Tonges President 05/30/2023 |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| 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. | Michael Tonges President 05/30/2023 |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Submission of Final Allocation or Accounting Information 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. | Michael Tonges President 05/30/2023 |
