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Board explores moving transmitter off leased tower, discusses backup power options
Summary
The Ocean Shores Radio Board discussed possible relocation from the American Tower lease to a nearby CenturyLink/Vertical Bridge tower, aiming to reduce rent and restore stronger city coverage. The board also reviewed backup-power options and a recently repaired backup transmitter.
The Ocean Shores Radio Board on April 22 discussed options to reduce tower rent and improve station coverage by investigating a nearby CenturyLink/Quest tower marketed by Vertical Bridge.
Board members said the station currently pays substantial rent to the American Tower site and is exploring whether leasing space at the CenturyLink tower near the IGA could lower operating costs. "We're investigating across the board opportunities to reduce operating cost," City Council liaison Richard said, and board…
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