November 7, 2017 Melanie Bachman Acting Executive Director Connecticut Siting Council 10 Franklin Square New Britain, CT 06051 RE: NOTICE OF EXEMPT MODIFICATION 60 North Eagleville Road, Mansfield, CT 06268 Dear Ms. Bachman: Enclosed please find and original and two (2) copies of a Notice of Exempt Modification including drawings, structural analyses, RF emissions reports, parcel maps, and a check in the amount of six hundred twenty five dollars ($625.00) for the filing fee. In addition, I have included a single copy of each notification letter to the municipality, the Department of Planning and Zoning, and to the property and tower owner. The proof of delivery is likewise enclosed and consists of a copy of the Certified Mail receipt and a copy of the USPS Tracking Results from the USPS website, acknowledging the date and time of delivery. I have submitted electronic copies of these documents via email to the CSC today. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or comments. Thank you for your kind cooperation in this matter. Respectfully submitted, Jack Andrews Zoning Manager, Empire Telecom o/b/o AT&T Wireless 10130 Donleigh Drive Columbia, MD 21046 443-286-4006 [email protected] Enclosures 10130 Donleigh Drive Columbia, MD 21046 443-677-0144 Jack Andrews Zoning Manager, Empire Telecom o/b/o AT&T Wireless 10130 Donleigh Drive Columbia, MD 21046 443-286-4007 [email protected] November 1, 2017 Melanie Bachman Acting Executive Director Connecticut Siting Council 10 Franklin Square New Britain, CT 06051 NOTICE OF EXEMPT MODIFICATION 60 North Eagleville Road, Mansfield, CT 06268 Lat: 41-48-50.62 (41.81406111) Long. 72-15-33.88 (-72.25941111) Dear Ms. Bachman: AT&T Wireless currently maintains nine (9) antennas at the 185-foot level of an existing 291-foot guyed tower located at 60 North Eagleville Road, in Mansfield, CT. The tower is owned by the University of Connecticut. The property is owned by University of Connecticut. AT&T Wireless now seeks to install three (3) additional antennas at the 291-foot level of the tower, to be mounted on the existing tower, as well as install six (6) new RRUS-32 Remote Radio Units (“RRU”), and install 3 new RRUS-B14 RRUs on the tower, behind the antennas. In addition, a single new surge suppressor will be installed behind the Gamma sector antennas. The facility was approved by the Connecticut Siting Council in EM-AT&T-078-161021 on November 22, 2016. Eight (8) conditions were enumerated in the Council’s decision: 1) AT&T shall ensure that the foundation does not exceed 100 percent of its post-construction structural rating; 2) within 45 days following completion of equipment installation, AT&T shall provide documentation certified by the Professional Engineer that its installation complied with the modifications listed on the Construction Site Plans; 3) Any deviation from the modification as specified in the Notice and supporting documentation shall render the acknowledgement invalid; 4) Any material changes to the modification as proposed shall require the filing of a new Notice with the Council; 5) Within 45 days after the completion of construction the Council shall be notified in writing that the construction has been completed; 6) Any nonfunctioning antenna and associated antenna mounting equipment on this facility owned and operated by AT&T shall be removed within 60 days of the date the antenna ceased to function; 7) the validity of the action shall expire one year from the date of the letter; and 8) the applicant may file a request an extension of time beyond the one year deadline provided that such a request is submitted to the Council not less than 60 days prior to the expiration. 10130 Donleigh Drive Columbia, MD 21046 443-677-0144 Please accept this letter as notification pursuant to Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies section 16-50j-73 for construction that constitutes an exempt modification pursuant to RCSA section 16-50j- 72(b)(2). In accordance with RCSA section 16-50j-73, a copy of this letter and attachments is being sent to the Honorable Paul Shapiro, Mayor of Mansfield; Linda Painter, the Mansfield Director of Planning & Development, as well as to the University of Connecticut, the tower owner, and to by the University of Connecticut, the property owner. Michael Jednak AVP, of the Facilities Operations & Building Services of the University of Connecticut is our point of contact. The planned modifications to the facility fall squarely within those activities expressly provided for in RCSA section 50j-72(b)(2). 1. The proposed modifications will not result in an increase in height of the existing structure. 2. The proposed modifications will not require an extension of the site boundary. 3. The proposed modifications will not increase noise levels at the facility by six decibels or more, or to levels that will exceed state and local limits. 4. The operation of the replacement antennas will not increase radio frequency emissions at the facility to a level at or above the Federal Communications Commission safety standard. 5. The proposed modifications will not cause a change or alteration in the physical or environmental characteristics of the site. 6. The existing structure and its foundation can support the proposed loading. For the foregoing reasons, AT&T Wireless respectfully submits that the proposed modifications to the above referenced telecommunications facility constitute an exempt modification under RCSA section 16-50j- 72(b)(2). Respectfully submitted, Jack Andrews Zoning Manager, Empire Telecom o/b/o AT&T Wireless 10130 Donleigh Drive Columbia, MD 21046 443-286-4007 [email protected] Enclosures cc: Honorable Paul Shapiro, Mayor of Mansfield Linda Painter, the Mansfield Director of Planning & Development Michael Jednak AVP, University of Connecticut, the tower owner and property owner. 10130 Donleigh Drive Columbia, MD 21046 443-677-0144 November 1, 2017 Linda Painter, Director of Planning & Development Audrey P. Beck Municipal Building 4 South Eagleville Road, Mansfield, CT 06268 RE: AT&T Wireless Modifications to Telecommunication Facility – 60 North Eagleville Road, Mansfield, CT 06268 Dear Ms. Painter: In order to accommodate technological changes, implement the Uniform Mobile Telecommunications System and enhance system performance in the State of Connecticut, AT&T Wireless (“AT&T”) will be changing its equipment configuration at the above referenced telecommunications facility. AT&T Wireless currently maintains nine (9) antennas at the 185-foot level of an existing 291-foot guyed tower located at 60 North Eagleville Road, in Mansfield, CT. The tower is owned by the University of Connecticut. The property is owned by University of Connecticut. AT&T Wireless now seeks to install three (3) additional antennas at the 291-foot level of the tower, to be mounted on the existing tower, as well as install six (6) new RRUS-32 Remote Radio Units (“RRU”), and install 3 new RRUS-B14 RRUs on the tower, behind the antennas. In addition, a single new surge suppressor will be installed behind the Gamma sector antennas. This letter is intended to serve as the required notice to the municipality’s Planning and Zoning Department. As required by the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies (“RCSA”) section 16-50j-73, the Connecticut Siting Council (“CSC”) has been notified of the proposed changes and will review AT&T’s proposal. Please accept this letter as notification under RCSA section 16-50j-73 of construction which constitutes an exempt modification pursuant to RCSA section 16-50j-72(b)(2). 10130 Donleigh Drive Columbia, MD 21046 443-677-0144 The enclosed letter and documents to the CSC fully describes AT&T’s proposal for the above referenced site. However, if you have any questions or require any additional information concerning our plans or the CSC procedures, please contact me at 443-286-4006 or contact Melanie Bachman, Acting Executive Director of the CSC at 860-872-2935. Respectfully submitted, Jack Andrews Zoning Manager, Empire Telecom o/b/o AT&T Wireless 10130 Donleigh Drive Columbia, MD 21046 443-677-0144 [email protected] Enclosures cc: Melanie Bachman, Connecticut Siting Council 10130 Donleigh Drive Columbia, MD 21046 443-677-0144 November 1, 2017 The Honorable Paul Shapiro Audrey P. Beck Municipal Building 4 South Eagleville Road, Mansfield, CT 06268 RE: AT&T Wireless Modifications to Telecommunication Facility – 60 North Eagleville Road, Mansfield, CT 06268 Dear Mayor Shapiro: In order to accommodate technological changes, implement the Uniform Mobile Telecommunications System and enhance system performance in the State of Connecticut, AT&T Wireless (“AT&T”) will be changing its equipment configuration at the above referenced telecommunications facility. AT&T Wireless currently maintains nine (9) antennas at the 185-foot level of an existing 291-foot guyed tower located at 60 North Eagleville Road, in Mansfield, CT. The tower is owned by the University of Connecticut. The property is owned by University of Connecticut. AT&T Wireless now seeks to install three (3) additional antennas at the 291-foot level of the tower, to be mounted on the existing tower, as well as install six (6) new RRUS-32 Remote Radio Units (“RRU”), and install 3 new RRUS-B14 RRUs on the tower, behind the antennas. In addition, a single new surge suppressor will be installed behind the Gamma sector antennas. This letter is intended to serve as the required notice to the municipality. As required by the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies (“RCSA”) section 16-50j-73, the Connecticut Siting Council (“CSC”) has been notified of the proposed changes and will review AT&T’s proposal. Please accept this letter as notification under RCSA section 16-50j-73 of construction which constitutes an exempt modification pursuant to RCSA section 16-50j-72(b)(2). 10130 Donleigh Drive Columbia, MD 21046 443-677-0144 The enclosed letter and documents to the CSC fully describes AT&T’s proposal for the above referenced site. However, if you have any questions or require any additional information concerning our plans or the CSC procedures, please contact me at 443-286-4006 or contact Melanie Bachman, Acting Executive Director of the CSC at 860-872-2935. Respectfully submitted, Jack Andrews Zoning Manager, Empire Telecom o/b/o AT&T Wireless 10130 Donleigh Drive Columbia, MD 21046 443-677-0144 [email protected] Enclosures cc: Melanie Bachman, Connecticut Siting Council 10130 Donleigh Drive Columbia, MD 21046 443-677-0144 November 1, 2017 University of Connecticut Michael Jednak AVP, Facilities Operations & Building Services 25 LeDoyt Road, Unit 3252 Storrs CT 06269 RE: AT&T Wireless Modifications to Telecommunication Facility – 60 North Eagleville Road, Mansfield, CT 06268 Dear Mr. Jednak: In order to accommodate technological changes, implement the Uniform Mobile Telecommunications System and enhance system performance in the State of Connecticut, AT&T Wireless (“AT&T”) will be changing its equipment configuration at the above referenced telecommunications facility. AT&T Wireless currently maintains nine (9) antennas at the 185-foot level of an existing 291-foot guyed tower located at 60 North Eagleville Road, in Mansfield, CT. The tower is owned by the University of Connecticut. The property is owned by University of Connecticut. AT&T Wireless now seeks to install three (3) additional antennas at the 291-foot level of the tower, to be mounted on the existing tower, as well as install six (6) new RRUS-32 Remote Radio Units (“RRU”), and install 3 new RRUS-B14 RRUs on the tower, behind the antennas. In addition, a single new surge suppressor will be installed behind the Gamma sector antennas. This letter is intended to serve as the required notice to the tower owner and the property owner. As required by the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies (“RCSA”) section 16-50j-73, the Connecticut Siting Council (“CSC”) has been notified of the proposed changes and will review AT&T’s proposal. Please accept this letter as notification under RCSA section 16-50j-73 of construction which constitutes an exempt modification pursuant to RCSA section 16-50j-72(b)(2). 10130 Donleigh Drive Columbia, MD 21046 443-677-0144 The enclosed letter and documents to the CSC fully describes AT&T’s proposal for the above referenced site. However, if you have any questions or require any additional information concerning our plans or the CSC procedures, please contact me at 443-286-4006 or contact Melanie Bachman, Acting Executive Director of the CSC at 860-872-2935. Respectfully submitted, Jack Andrews Zoning Manager, Empire Telecom o/b/o AT&T Wireless 10130 Donleigh Drive Columbia, MD 21046 443-677-0144 [email protected] Enclosures cc: Melanie Bachman, Connecticut Siting Council 10130 Donleigh Drive Columbia, MD 21046 443-677-0144 Radio Frequency Emissions Analysis Report AT&T Existing Facility Site ID: CT1077 Storrs UCONN 60 North Eagleville Road Mansfield, CT 06268 September 19, 2017 Centerline Communications Project Number: 950006-075 Site Compliance Summary Compliance Status: COMPLIANT Site total MPE% of FCC general 35.11 % population allowable limit: Centerline Communications, LLC 95 Ryan Drive, Suite 1 Raynham MA 02767