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TFCG # 201712-05
Marjorie Williams, Chair
Transmission Facilities Coordinating Group
Montgomery County, Maryland

Re: Montgomery County Department of Technology Services

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Radio Communications Services
Public Safety System Modernization Project
DECO~ 2D17
Site: Fire Station 16 BY~ @ C T C
51 University Boulevard E
39°01'01.77"N 77°00'26.41"W
TFCG # 201712-05

This is in response to your Request for Information on 11/7.

1) As previously discussed and stated on the coverage maps included in the first submission, the
coverage mandate for the system is for 95/95 round trip coverage (up- and downlink) on a multi-
channel simulcast system. As a result, a BER target for received signal strength is not an
appropriate benchmark for system planning. Additionally, the coverage maps are normalized to
show different theoretical signal strengths in different coverage zones, as the coverage zones
assume different building loss levels. The coverage maps show 95/95 round trip coverage at DAQ
3.4, and the note cannot be added because it would be incorrect.
2) The microwave pathing survey for the project has been submitted under separate cover. The
"future" microwave dish at the top RAD center is reserved for use by the State of Maryland; it was
requested by the State during discussions with the State Highway Administration.
3) The application has been updated to match the plans, which is the intended correct configuration.
4) Both descriptors are correct. The application has been updated per the Tower Coordinator's
preference.
5) Revised photo sims addressing the issues discussed on our 11/7 phone call are included with this
resubmission. A side-by-side comparison of the model used in the photo sims with the photo
provided by the Tower Coordinator showed that, when scaled to the same image dimensions and
settings, the model used in the photo sims is darker. The apparent intensity of the photo provided
by the Tower Coordinator comes from coaxial cable routed outside the monopole, and from
platform mounts with panel antennas, neither of which are proposed for the subject tower.
Nevertheless, revisions have been made to several previously submitted sims to sharpen the
appearance of the tower for reference purposes. An additional sim from a closer view, showing
the tower next to the existing one, is included.
6) The FAA determination has been submitted with this resubmission.
7) The structural documentation showing loading is submitted with this resubmission.
8) The requested information has been changed in the application.

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 MONTGOMERY COUNTY, MARYLAND
APPLICATION FOR WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS
SITE COORDINATION

DATE: NUMBER: ~ 1 /J --05

(To be filled in by County)
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Applicant Name: Montgomery Cow1ty Radio Communications Services RECE~VtD
Address: 16647 Crabbs Branch Way Rockville MD 20855 OE~ Jh4 2017
Contact Person and Phone Number: Justin Blanset, NB+C, 908-902-9110 BY~ @ C T C

Provide a description of the proposed installation, including the type and height of the structure (i.e. monopole,
rooftop, water tank, guyed tower, self-support tower, etc.) and whether it is existing, modified, or new. Describe any
modifications that will be made to existing structure.
Montgomea Countv Radio Communications Services iSI!IOQOSing to build a 195' monopole on a concrete foundation
and add the following inside the colllllpound:
-Two new omni directional antennas will be installed at the 180' RAD center.
-Three new omni directional antennas will be installed at the 160' mount height.
- One new microwave dish will be installed at the 142' RAD center.
- One new microwave dish will be installed at the 135' RAD center.
-A 12'x36' egyi:pment shelter on a con crete foundation will be installed.
- An 80kw diesel generator will be installed inside the compound.
- Associated equipment will be installed inside the shelter and compound.

Address/City: 111 University Boulevard E ast Silver Spring MD 20901

Site Name: Fire Station 16 Zoning: R-60

Site Owner/Landlord: Montgomery County

Structure Owner: Montgomea County

Latitude/Longitude (NAD27 Degrees/Minutes/Seconds): 39°01'01. 77"N 77°00'26.41 "W

Ground Elevation AMSL in Feet: 334.65' 326

Antenna Height AGL in Feet: 180' & 160' AGL (800 MHz);
142' & 135' AGL (MW)

Frequency Bands to Be Used: Tx 851-854 MHz, Rx 806-809 MHz

Maximum Effective Radiation Power (EFP): 195 W

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Emission Designator: 8KlOF1E. 9K80D7W

FCC Antenna Structure Registration Number: _ _

Description of antenna(s), including physical size, patterns, gain and orientation (include copy of spec sheet or
drawings):
Two new omnidirectional antennas SC412-HF2LDF 251.5" @.l 170'-191 '; (180' RAD center)
Three new omnidirectional antennas SC412-HF2LDF 251.5"@ 150'- l 71'; (160' RAD center)
One new 6' microwave dish antenna PAR6-59 @ 139'- l 45' (142' RAD center)
One new 6' microwave dish antenna HP6-107F@ 132'-138' (135' RAD center)

Attachment 1 Revised 02/23/17