Council OKs five‑year tower lease with Whisper ISB LLC at Rolla National Airport
Summary
The council authorized a five‑year lease permitting Whisper ISB LLC to place equipment on the Warner Tower at Rolla National Airport for $335 per month with a 3% annual increase and insurance naming the city as additional insured.
City staff presented a negotiated lease with Whisper ISB LLC to place communications equipment on the Warner Tower at Rolla National Airport. Key terms discussed included a five‑year lease term, a monthly rent of $335 with an annual 3% increase, and a requirement that Whisper provide insurance naming the city as an additional insured and not interfere with any other lessee. Staff recommended final reading of the ordinance authorizing the mayor to execute the lease. A council member noted the proposed rent is the same amount currently received from the existing lessee on the water tower. The council approved the ordinance on final reading by roll call. The ordinance was read as authorizing the mayor to execute "a certain agreement between the City of Rolla, Missouri and Whisper ISB LLC." Staff said the lessee must comply with airport and tower access rules and provide proof of insurance before installation.
