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September 30, 2010
Volume 4, Issue 14 |
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| MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT |
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The Issue is Always Time
Everyone I know is busy. "I don't have time" is a constant refrain. Finding the time to attend a conference is likely to be difficult, with everything you have to accomplish and juggle in your business. And that's precisely why I am extending this personal invitation to you to do just that, to find the time to attend Enterprise Wireless 2010, November 3-5 in Orlando. Enterprise Wireless 2010, co-hosted by USMSS and EWA, and sponsored by Icom, Kenwood and Motorola, is a two and half day event designed specifically to make maximum use of your valuable time and give you benefits meant to contribute to your success throughout the year ahead. MORE |
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Citing the excellent propagation characteristics of this spectrum coupled with the potential to create "Super Wi-Fi Hot Spots" with extended range and improved individual speeds, the FCC finalized its White Space rules and added new requirements. In their Second Memorandum Opinion and Order (MO&O) (FCC 10-174) issued on September 23, the FCC stated that TV Band Devices (TVBD) must incorporate geo-location and access a secure TV band national database. MORE |
Comment Now on 700 MHz Broadband
The Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau is seeking comment on twenty-four new waiver petitions to deploy public safety broadband systems. Comments must address four specific aspects of the waiver requests: eligibility, geographic overlap, timeframe for the FCC to act on a waiver request and the impact of the PSST budget on additional waivers. MORE |
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NATIONAL BROADBAND CORNER |
Libraries and Schools Get Improved Broadband
The FCC's upgraded E-rate brings faster and more affordable Internet access to libraries and schools with faster connections and higher speeds at the lowest price, increasing options for broadband providers and streamlining the application process. MORE |
Nationwide Public Safety Network Subject of Hearings
In September 23 hearings on funding the 700 MHz D Block Spectrum for the Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act, Sen. John D. Rockefeller, Senate Commerce Committee Chair, reiterated that his legislation will allocate the 10 MHz of spectrum known as the D-Block to public safety and give the FCC authority to hold incentive auctions based on the voluntary return of spectrum. These auctions are meant to fund the construction and maintenance of the public safety network. MORE |
The American Taxi Shuttle and Limo has been fined $20,000 by the FCC for willfully operating without a FCC license. Originally, the FCC Enforcement Bureau verbally warned and issued a Notice of Unlicensed Operation (NOUO) to American Taxi and Shuttle. The company owner then proceeded to claim that his company had acquired their radios and authorization to operate from another licensee. MORE |
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October 4 is the Deadline to Reserve Your Room
October 4 is the deadline to reserve your room at the Omni Championsgate for Enterprise Wireless 2010 at the special rate of $145, which is a 50% discount from the regular rate at this 5-star property. You will not want to miss the opening session on Thursday, November 4th, with presentations on what to expect in regulatory policy in 2011 and how it will affect your business; an expert's view on public safety user concerns for the coming year and an overview of the technology that will impact wireless in the next 5 years. If you register by October 8, you will save even more. Visit the conference site and make your plans today. It's a two day investment that will pay off. |
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Enterprise Wireless Alliance to Have a New On-Line Presence
A first-time blog from Mark E. Crosby, President and CEO of EWA, and easier access to EWA's expanded spectrum consulting services will be among the highlights of the new EWA web site, to be launched soon. |
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WHAT YOU'RE SAYING ABOUT EWA |
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"Cecilia - our customer was so impressed on the turn-around time on the processing of their application. Of course, you deserve all the credit. You're the best and I really appreciate everything that you do for me."
Layne Burgess
Gillespie, Prudhon & Associates
"Cecilia - I can't thank you enough for all of the hard work you've put in thus far. Much appreciated."
Richard Hudspeth
Keller & Heckman
"Thanks, Ila. Did you hear a big yell & cheer yesterday @ 4:45 when I received the FCC STA grant for Carrier Coach? We ALL YELLED! "
Brenda Taube
Kenilworth Electronics Co.
"Ceil, you're wonderful!!! Thank you so much for both schools. Really gets the pressure off me."
Ron Ingram
Philro Communication Services |
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Send Us Your Comments
Members are encouraged to contact EWA with their comments and recommendations regarding the Alliance's services. Click here to contact EWA. |
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