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Facilities:
The Project will strive to acquire a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Low
Power FM (LPFM) broadcast radio station construction permit and license as the
window of opportunity for applications is opened. The Project is in the process of
developing the information and technical data that is anticipated for the application.
To begin operations, the Project will need office and studio space of approximately
1000 square feet. Space will need to comply with:
The office space should be adequate to provide room for:
Also desirable would be enough space to accommodate a
conference/planning/meeting room. Also to be considered is an off site location that
is adequate to store emergency operations equipment and tools.
The studio/office location should be as close to the 'community center' as possible.
Also of primary consideration is the studio's location in relation to the antenna. The
FCC may authorize an antenna to be up to 100 feet 'HAAT' (high). Marengo City and
McHenry County ordinances require a permit for any antenna over 75 feet. Using an
existing antenna tower effectively eliminates that need for a permit. It would be
preferable to locate and work out an agreement to use an existing antenna tower.
Ideally, a location where a 'direct hardwire feed' can be made from the studio to the
antenna would be most efficient and effective. This would eliminate the need for
additional studio to transmitter links (STL), which can be costly to purchase, license,
and maintain.
Equipment:
Equipment that involves major expenditures includes but is not limited to:
Although the cost of the above equipment varies widely, estimates by the US
Department of Commerce and others place costs at approximately $80,000.
One of the primary functions of the Project would be to be able to continue operations
in the event of a catastrophic event, such as a fire, tornado, or flood. It has been
recognized that these are the times when a community radio station can be most
effective. If this were to become possible, the Project would need to acquire a 'back
up system' capable of providing community service in such times.
The Project will strive to acquire a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Low
Power FM (LPFM) broadcast radio station construction permit and license as the
window of opportunity for applications is opened. The Project is in the process of
developing the information and technical data that is anticipated for the application.
To begin operations, the Project will need office and studio space of approximately
1000 square feet. Space will need to comply with:
- ADA standards,
- Local zoning restrictions,
- Safety and security provisions, and
- Minimal technical standards.
The office space should be adequate to provide room for:
- A reception area,
- An administrative office,
- An on duty Segment Supervisor's office,
- An office for Information Acquisition Specialists,
- A production studio,
- An on-air studio,
- A technical equipment room with provisions for a technician or engineer to
accomplish necessary work, - A bathroom, and
- A break room.
Also desirable would be enough space to accommodate a
conference/planning/meeting room. Also to be considered is an off site location that
is adequate to store emergency operations equipment and tools.
The studio/office location should be as close to the 'community center' as possible.
Also of primary consideration is the studio's location in relation to the antenna. The
FCC may authorize an antenna to be up to 100 feet 'HAAT' (high). Marengo City and
McHenry County ordinances require a permit for any antenna over 75 feet. Using an
existing antenna tower effectively eliminates that need for a permit. It would be
preferable to locate and work out an agreement to use an existing antenna tower.
Ideally, a location where a 'direct hardwire feed' can be made from the studio to the
antenna would be most efficient and effective. This would eliminate the need for
additional studio to transmitter links (STL), which can be costly to purchase, license,
and maintain.
Equipment:
Equipment that involves major expenditures includes but is not limited to:
- · Transmitter and climate controlled shelter,
- · Antenna and tower (approximately 100 feet high (supported or
unsupported), - · Studio-transmitter link (STL),
- · Furniture,
- · Emergency Alert System (EAS) equipment,
- · Audio automation,
- Broadcast boards,
- Amplifiers, microphones, and mixers,
- · Computers and associated software licenses, and
- Telephone system
Although the cost of the above equipment varies widely, estimates by the US
Department of Commerce and others place costs at approximately $80,000.
One of the primary functions of the Project would be to be able to continue operations
in the event of a catastrophic event, such as a fire, tornado, or flood. It has been
recognized that these are the times when a community radio station can be most
effective. If this were to become possible, the Project would need to acquire a 'back
up system' capable of providing community service in such times.
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