HomeMy WebLinkAboutAGENDA REPORT 1997 0903 CC REG ITEM 09B3oS.4((6)(A)
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT City Council Meeting
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TO: The Honorable City Council ACTION-
FROM: Donald P. Reynolds Jr., Administrative Services ManaB l ; ;
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DATE: August 27, 1997, (continued in part from August 20, 1997)
SUBJECT: Consider the Purchase of Digital Two Cellular Phones
The Council directed staff to provide additional information regarding the cellular
phones presented August 20, 1997. This report will explain in more detail, the
benefits o the PCS /Digital equipment by comparing it to the less expensive phones
being marketed today.
Attachment "A" is a two page copy of cellular phones available from a nationwide
retail store, showing the cost of cellular phones ranging from one cent to $99. On
the first page, each price listed has an asterisk next to it which explains in fine print
at the bottom of the page, that the quoted price is only available if the buyer also
subscribes to their activation service carrier. The second page shows the price with
and without out service, ranging from $359 to $440 each. All of these phones use
the analog technology, and the primary difference is the size and amount of memory
available in each unit, (e.g., the $99 allows 98 pre - programmed numbers, the one
cent phone offers 48 numbers). It is typical to see the old technology offered at
lower purchase rates when these companies attempt to; 1) liquidate old stock, and;
2) lock in service costs with their affiliate provider.
The cost of a phone offered for one cent is contained within the service rates and
accessories. The battery and car plug attachment for the one cent phone will cost
30. The City's current provider, AT &T Wireless, does offer a $19 dollar analog
phone, which includes these attachments. However, more significant than the
hardware cost is the service rate. Analog phones require contracts with a flat
monthly fee based on the estimated number of minutes used per month, and then a
per minute charge for calls to various locations during peak and off -peak hours. If
the City chooses to "buy" a one cent phone from this retail store for the Deputy City
Manager, who used 279 minutes in June 1997, the per month flat rate would be
199.99, and the per minute rates would range from 20 cents during off -peak
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periods to 35 cents during peak periods, with no distinction between long distance,
or local calling. The total bill applying these rates for the Deputy City Manager
would have been $279.94. The City actually paid $104.07 for this bill from AT &T
Cellular, applying the government rate structure offered by this company.
The PCS system requires no contract and a flat rate of $15.99 per month, and the
same per minute rates as analog phones. The money spent up -front for the digital
technology can be recouped within three months, if one compares the commercial
rates described above, to those offered by the current carrier. Comparing our
current carrier to the PCS schedule, the investment would be recovered in about 20
months.
The City's vendor offers other potential features with the PCS digital system, should
the City change entirely to digital. At the City of Thousand Oaks for example, after
buying 12 digital phones from AT &T Wireless, AT& T donated $20,000 of computer
hardware, creating wireless office environments for all of the City' department
heads. This demonstrates the potential benefits of working with a vendor which has
made exceptions for government clients, and is prepared to operate on the new
digital platform. The digital phones providing the PCS rate structure have been
quoted from AT &T Wireless at between $219.99 each to $369.99 each. A
summary of the digital technology being considered is provided in Attachment "B."
The capital investment for digital cellular phones is being recommended in an
attempt to introduce the new technology to the City for future applications, but more
importantly to avoid commitments to contracts that lock service costs at rates which
can be twice what the City currently pays. This can be done for as little as $300
each, plus another $100 dollars for a spare battery. Staff is asking for $400 per
phone.
Recommendation (ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED)
That the City Council approve the Resolution 97- , using $800 from the General
Fund Reserve.
Attachments: A) Analog Phones
B) Digital Technology Summary
C) Resolution Number 97-
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a= Flip -style cellular
with vibrating alert
CT -502. Just Th" high and weighs only 7.7
ounces, yet its slim Nickel -Metal Hydride
battery has 85 minutes of talk time or 24
hours of standby. Selectable traditional
electronic ringer, or vibrator alert when you
wish to be discreet. 50 memories with 9
programmable one -touch dialing settings for
emergency or frequently called numbers.
Capable of utilizing authentication, calling
line identification and message- waiting noti-
fication services if available in your area.
Seven - character LED display with alpha-
numeric memory lets you store name and
number for easier recall. Timers track talk
time cumulatively or by individual call. In-
dudes a signal strength meter and battery
voltage indicator. Tone - dialing, dual NAM
Iand retractable antenna. Handsfree and
data capable. Mute, electronic lock. Sim-
plified PIN code dialing and calling card
dialing. Slim 600mAh NiMH battery
and an internal AC charger adapter.
TSP) 17 -1111 ........... 49.99*
Available Oct. 15, 1997
Leather carrying case
Soft carrying case is made out of rugged
leather. Protects CT -502 phone.
17 -412 ....................29.99
Slim battery
Thin, 6V /1250mAh Ni -MH battery for CT-
502. Est. 120 min. talk time, 24 hrs.
standby. 23-1016 ............ 29.99
Mini extended battery
6V /1800mAh Ni -MH battery for CT -502.
Up to 275 min. talk time, 50 hrs.
standby. 23-1018 ............. 49.99
DC mobile
adapter /charger
Use /charge your CT- 500/501/502 cellu-
lar phone in the car. 273 -1211 .. 29.99
Ni -MH battery
6.25V/600mAh Ni -MH battery for
CT -502. 80 minutes talk time, 11 hours
standby 11486610.......59.99
Mini - handheld flip -style cellular''
with 98- number memory
CT -355. Folds to just 5114x21hx11A6 , yet packed with great fea-
tures like a BIG, 98- number memory. Authentication feature
helps keep your calls private. Backlit alphanumeric display can
easily be read from any angle. Features 5- number redial, auto
answer, signal strength indicator and emergency number key.
Press any button to answer a call. 50 minutes talk time, 10
hours standby. Frequently used controls are located above the
flip -out section of phone. Handsfree /data capable. 7.9 ounces.
Includes AC charger and desktop stand. (TSP)
17 -1168 ........... ........................39.99*
Carrying case
Hand -made leather carrying case for
CT- 355.17 - 415 ..............29.99
Extended battery
Increases your CT -355's capacity to 110
min. talk time, 26 hrs. standby.
17 -739 ....................69.99
Slim battery
Weighs only 3 ounces. Gives the CT -355
50 min. talk time, 10 hrs. standby.
17 -738 ....................49.99
Mobile
adapter /charger
Use /charge CT -355 while in your car.
17 -616 ....................39.99
Extended battery
6V 11100mAh Ni -MH battery for CT -355.
130 min. talk time, 30 hrs. standby.
11466125 ..............79.99
4lnndhald cellular Feature Comnarison
Extended -Life Battery. Extends the life ofyour
cellular phone by almost doubling your standby
and talk time.
Ni -Cd Battery. Nickel - cadmium can be used of
ten and is quickly and easily charged /discharged.
Ni -MH Battery. Nickel -Metal Hydride doesn't
develop a "memory" so you get more talk time
after the battery ages than you would with a
Ni -Cd. However, this type takes longer to charge,
and won't last through as many charging cycles.
DC Mobile Adapter. Powers and charges your
cellular phone in your car or camper.
Handsfree. Allows you to drive safely— answer
and use your phone without holding the handset.
Requires car kit or headset kit
Alphanumeric Displays. Lets you enter both a
person's number and name into the phone's
memory for easy dialing of important numbers.
Talk rime. Minutes available to talk on your
cellular phone with a fully charged battery.
Standby Time. Time per battery charge that
your phone can be left "on" to receive calls.
Desktop charger
A convenient way to charge your
CT -352 flip -style phone or spare battery.
11466208 .............37.99
Model Cat. No.
Talk
Time
Standby
Time Memories Display
Data
Capability
Handsfree
Capability
Any Key
Answer Nams Weight Caller ID
Message
Notification
CT-354 17 -1165 120 min. 26 hrs. 20 Numeric Dual 8.5 oz
CT-501 17 -1110 120 min. 30 hrs. 40 Numeric Dual 9.6 cz
CT-355 17- 1168 50 min. 10 hrs. 98 Alphanumeric Dual 7.9 oz
CT-502 17 -1111 85 min. 24 hrs. 50 Alphanumeric Dual 7.7 oz
V See Index for these listings: -
Adapters - Antennas - AC chargers - Batteries, Cellular - Cords, Automotive
Cellular pricing information on page 43.
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ice Flip -style with
40- number memory
CT -501. This handy phone folds to
just 55 /8x2' /ex 11h'; but is packed
with great features like 40-
number memory, automatic redial,
calling line identification, mes-
sage- waiting notification and sim-
plified PIN code dialing.
Authentication circuit ensures se-
cure communication. Long - lasting
battery-2 hours talk time, 30
hours standby. Hands -free and
data capable. Signal strength and
battery voltage meter. Mute, elec-
tronic lock, call timer. Dual NAM.
TSP)17- 1110 ........ 19.99*
A!l the extras your cellular needs!
Carrying case
Strong leather carrying case for the
CT -354 or CT -356 cellular phone.
17- 416/430 ................29.99
Leather carrying case
Soft carrying case is made out of rugged
leather. Protects CT- 500/501/502
phones. 17-412 ..............29.99
DC adapter
Take your CT -354 or CT -356 cellular on
the road with this DC adapter.
273 - 1216 ..................29.99
DC mobile
adapter /charger
Use /charge your CT- 500/501/502 cellu-
lar phone in the car. 273 - 1211.. 29.99
1 Phones,
Features!
Looking for a great selection of cellular phones with the latest,
most advanced calling features? This is the place!
MOHandheld with all -day battery
CT-354. No need to constantly recharge— included battery has 2hoursoftalktimeand26hoursofstandby. Program 20 numbers to
be dialed with a simple 2 -digit code. Authentication feature for secu-
rity. Call timer. Battery and signal strength meters. LCD has easy -to-
use menus. Hands -free capable. Last- number redial and any -key
answer. Keyguard helps prevent accidental key presses. Dual NAM.
56h6x2'kx15116" (TSP) 17- 1165 .......................... 1q*
Ultra extended battery
Extra battery for CT -354. over 3 hrs. min,
talk time, 47 hrs. standby.
11873452 .............64.90
Leather case
Soft leather carrying case with belt clip
protects the CT -352 mini handheld.
17 -411 ....................29.99
Cellular battery
4.8W950mAh Ni -Cd battery for CT -354
or CT -356. 120 min. talk time, 26 hrs.
standby. 11630282....... 29.99
Battery
For CT -1055. 75 min, talk
time, 7'h hours standby.
0436335.....59.99
is your cellular accessory store
We have a large selection of batteries, cases, adapters, handsfree kits and other acces-
sories to keep you talking! For more exciting cellular phone products, see pages 48 -51.
Come in store and see our full selection, including catalog products which can beshippeddirecttoyourdoor!
Cellular Phenp Pririnn
Full -power cellular fits all your
traveling needs
CT -1055. Take it anywhere you go! Plug it into the
car lighter, or use battery power away from the car.
Handsfree operation lets you make and take calls
without lifting the handset. 50- number memory
speed -dial with alphanumeric memory scan. Any -key
answer, call timers and scratchpad memory for quick
notes. Features multiple telephone number operation.
Antenna, battery, vehicle battery adapter, AC charger
and DC adapter included. Everything fits conveniently
in the included carrying bag. (TSP)
17- 1007 ... ............................1Q*
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Model Cat. No.
With
Activation
Without
Activation
With
Activation
Without
Activation
CT -354 17 -1165 0.01 300.01 59.99 359.99
CT -501 17 -1110 19.99 319.99 99.99 399.99
CT -355 17 -1168 39.99 339.99 99.99 399.99
7-502 17 -1111 49.99 349.99 139.99 439.99
Full -power cellular fits all your
traveling needs
CT -1055. Take it anywhere you go! Plug it into the
car lighter, or use battery power away from the car.
Handsfree operation lets you make and take calls
without lifting the handset. 50- number memory
speed -dial with alphanumeric memory scan. Any -key
answer, call timers and scratchpad memory for quick
notes. Features multiple telephone number operation.
Antenna, battery, vehicle battery adapter, AC charger
and DC adapter included. Everything fits conveniently
in the included carrying bag. (TSP)
17- 1007 ... ............................1Q*
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From: Michael D. Stice To: Don Reynolds Date: 8/26/97 Time: 5:46:24 PM Page 2 of 2
AT &T Digital PCS
Background
In 1993, prior to becoming AT &T Wireless Services,
McCaw Cellular Communications, Inc. assumed the
lead role in wireless communications by developing
digital technology that would soon serve as the
future of wireless communications. The company
converted the final link between the digital base and
the customer's handset, allowing McCaw to stake its
claim as the communications leader by being the
first cellular carrier in the country to deploy a fully
digital system.
Today, it is changing the way people communicate
with the arrival of the next generation in cellular
technology. AT &T Digital PCS is poised to
revolutionize the wireless industry with a unique
package of services and coverage throughout the
nation that is backed by the quality the world has
come to expect from AT &T.
Why AT &T Digital PCS?
IS -136, the next generation of cellular, is the cutting
edge technology around which AT &T Digital PCS is
built. It is a set of protocols that enable phones and
cell sites to communicate with one another. It is this
conversion process that enables AT &T Wireless
Services to offer a package of services like no other.
AT &T Digital PCS is being implemented throughout
the country in 1996. Seventy (70) million potential
consumers in over 40 metropolitan areas throughout
the U.S. will now have access to unparalleled
convenience, value and increased peace -of -mind.
These major markets include Seattle, Sacramento,
Portland, Las Vegas, Salt Lake City, Boise, Fresno,
Ventura, Santa Barbara, Dallas, Tulsa, Oklahoma
City, Austin, San Antonio, Pittsburgh, Minneapolis,
Miami, West Palm Beach, Orlando, Tampa and the
New York/New Jersey metropolitan area.
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Features of AT &T Digital PCS
AT &T Caller I D
Voice Mail w/ Message Waiting Indicator
PCS messaging
Longer battery standby time - up to 60 hours*
Longer talk time - 150 minutes
Greater privacy
More resistant to cloning
Depending on equipment model and customer
usage patterns
Comments on AT &T Digital PCS
We know that people's lives are changing, that the
frenetic pace of today's world sometimes makes it
hard to keep up," says Steve Hooper, president and
CEO of AT &T Wireless Services. "it seems fitting
that the company that first brought TDMA digital
technology to customers would be the same
company to introduce the next generation of TDMA
service. This technology revolutionizes the wireless
industry and is the realization of our vision to truly
provide our customers with anytime, anywhere
communication."
For more information contact
Todd Wolfenbarger
Vice President of Communications
206) 828 -1851
Ken Woo
External Communications Manager
206) 828 -1349
AT &T Wireless Services, Inc.
5000 Carillon Point
Kirkland, WA 98033
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The Resolution for this report will be provided
under separate cover.
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