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Meeting Date:	06/08/2020
Approval to purchase wireless microphones for City Commission Chambers
Submitted by:	Michele Kramer, Technology
Department:	Technology

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Subject

Approval to purchase new microphone system from B&H Photo Video for City Commission Chambers

Background

The City's existing wireless microphones use frequencies in the 600 MHz spectrum. In 2017, the United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC) auctioned off airspace in the 600 MHz band, originally available for using wireless microphones. Users of wireless systems like microphones, in-ear monitors, and intercom systems were told to vacate the space or face fines and criminal sanctions. Originally, the FCC said we had until the end of 2020 to replace our gear and stop using the equipment. However, this allowance was available UNLESS the auction winners started using that space, in which case we needed to vacate that space immediately. T-Mobile was the winner of the auction, and it has recently started using these frequencies in the Nashville area.

Under federal law, the FCC may impose a fine on anyone who continues to operate in the relevant spectrum. Therefore, staff is requesting approval to purchase new wireless microphones and components to comply with federal regulations. Staff proposes to purchase these from B&H Photo Video using the OMNIA Partners Purchasing Cooperative (formerly US Communities) for $26,309.04.

Please see the Technology Director with any questions.

Staff Recommendation

Staff recommends the purchase from B&H for wireless microphone system.

Fiscal Impact

Amount :	$26,309.04
Source of Funds:	Municipal Center Fund
Account Number:	434-41810-82660

Fiscal Impact:

Sufficient funds are available in the Municipal Center Fund budget for this purchase.

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B&H Quote