After three years of negotiations, city permits and authorizations, Verizon took their initial steps to install cell phone transmitters in the bell tower of Saint Patrick Catholic Church.
Work In Progress
The prep work for the installation of the cell phone transmitters began on March 6, 2017 with an expected completion date of April 24, 2017.
Update 5.13.17: The Verizon Cell Tower project has been delayed. After removing one spire they discovered the replacement pieces didn’t fit together as expected. Verizon is manufacturing new bases in Phoenix, Arizona which will arrive later this month. Installation will continue into June. Thanks for your patience and understanding.
The project includes the following:
- trenching along 12th street to install power and telephone lines
- abatement of lead paint
- installation of telecom and HVAC equipment
- removal and replacement of the four existing spires with identical replacement spires
- project cleanup
Spires Will Host the Transmitters
The original plans called for cell transmitters to be installed inside the top floor of the bell tower. Modern technology enables Verizon to create exact replicas of the existing four spires that contain the cell phone transmitters. This option greatly simplifies the process and reduces the wear and tear on the bell tower. We will not have unsightly towers and networks on or in the bell tower.
Minimal Disruption to Parish Life
We are working closely with the general contractor to ensure that loud or disruptive work is done when the Church and Church Hall are not being used. Work hours are 7 A.M. – 6 P.M., Monday through Friday. We have done our best to anticipate all possible issues, but it is likely there may be occasional disruptions to the normal rhythm of life at Saint Patrick Catholic Church.
Grateful for Your Patience
We thank you for your understanding and patience regarding inconveniences that may result due to the construction. For example, a large boom lift will occasionally be parked in the church parking lot. We have asked the general contractor to park the boom lift in the far distant corner of the parking lot when it is not in use.
