The April 12 FCC open meeting will focus on wireless issues, incl...
The April 12 FCC open meeting will focus on wireless issues, including procedures for a June 29 auction of advanced wireless services (AWS) licenses. That item is expected to require a vote at the meeting on the controversial issue…
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of whether bidding should be secret. FCC Chmn. Martin said he would seek a Commission vote on the public notice (CD March 24 p3), though such documents usually are instituted by staff without commissioners voting. The AWS notice will include filing requirements, minimum open bids and other procedures. Also on the agenda for votes: (1) An order addressing a petition by environmentalists concerned about bird deaths at communications towers. The petition seeks changes in siting regulations. (2) An order setting procedures for relocating Broadband Radio Service and Fixed Microwave Service operations, including cost sharing obligations, in the 2.1 GHz band “as well as addressing a related petition for reconsideration.” (3) An order on spectrum sharing among incumbent and future services in the 2495-2500 MHz band. The agency also will consider an order on related changes to the service rules for broadband radio service and educational broadband service (EBS). The Wireless Communications Assn. and Catholic TV Network told the FCC Wed. they've reached agreement on part of this item involving term limits for EBS spectrum leases. The deal would set a maximum 30-year term but on the 15th year and every 5 years after that EBS licensees would have “an opportunity to access additional services and equipment…”