CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL 4-21-26

SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL 6 A. Staff has reviewed the status of current and recently-approved small cell applications, and while there are two recently approved AT&T small cell sites, no active applications are on file with the City. The proposed ordinance and policies would not modify these already-approved applications. As noted by AT&T, the new policy does favor having carriers place small cell facilities on existing or replacement poles rather than adding new poles in the right of way that will only accommodate a small cell facility. Staff is suggesting a $4,000 deposit for third-party-review by a wireless expert. The consultant’s current fee to review a typical application is $2,756. The applicant will be refunded for any remaining unspent amount. Most agencies require a deposit to cover consultant costs. Staff does not anticipate difficulty in meeting shot clock requirements with the noticing and appeals language that is in the proposed policies.