1. System Design Review. The City shall have the authority to review the technical design plans of the system to ensure that the system design meets the requirements of this chapter and Chapter 115, as well as applicable portions of this Code of Ordinances governing construction within public rights-of-way and applicable design standards. Franchisee shall provide the following design information: engineering design maps; key for design maps; system level design information (e.g., block diagram of headend, satellite or off-air studies, power supply map); test plan for the existing coaxial cable to be used in the system; and contact engineer who will be available to discuss project details. On a case-by-case basis, Franchisee may use existing coaxial cable which meets manufacturer specifications. Franchisee shall perform end of the line tests to ensure that the coaxial cable plant tested performs according to manufacturer specifications. In cases where the cable does not meet such specifications, Franchisee shall replace the cable and shall use its best efforts to minimize disruption to affected subscribers. The City shall protect the proprietary system design information submitted by Franchisee. The Franchisee shall send the design information to the location specified by the City as such maps are available to the Franchisee. Franchisee’s regional engineer will review the design with City-designated persons.
2. Construction Manual. Franchisee shall construct the system in accordance with Franchisee’s construction manual on file with the City Clerk. The Franchisee shall follow the permitting process as specified by this Code of Ordinances.
3. Underground Construction. Franchisee shall participate in and use Iowa One Call and ensure that cable is buried at a depth of 12 inches. Temporary drops will be buried within one month of installation, weather permitting.
4. Consumer Compatibility. Franchisee shall comply with FCC consumer compatibility rules and guidelines and will use its best efforts to provide subscriber friendly technology. The basic tier of service shall be offered in a format compatible with FCC regulations.
5. Conversion. Subscribers shall not be charged by Franchisee for conversion from the existing system to any new system constructed by Franchisee. In the event that special additional or customized equipment is requested by any subscriber or is required to provide such service to any subscriber, Franchisee may charge the subscriber for such equipment. Franchisee will notify subscribers and the public in general of any cutover, using a combination of at least two of the following: bill inserts; direct mail; news releases; radio announcements; CSR training; and community bulletin board announcements. Internal wiring shall comply with the applicable Electrical Codes.