Winnipeg, MB – The City of Winnipeg is inviting Winnipeggers to attend an information session about the North Winnipeg Antenna System Project.
The City must relocate an existing antenna system from its current location at the North End Pollution Water Control Centre (NEWPCC) at 2230 Main St. to accommodate for the centre’s future expansion.
To ensure there are no gaps in coverage, a proposed new antenna system must be built in the vicinity of the existing antenna system prior to its decommissioning. This will allow time for the migration of equipment and testing. The City’s proposal is pending approval by Winnipeg Antenna Systems Policy.
The City had previously identified a site near the intersection of Ferrier Road and Murray Street for the relocation, however that site is no longer being considered. The new proposed site, located on City-owned land northwest of the antenna system’s current location, has a smaller impact on nearby residential developments while meeting all other required criteria.
Pending proposal approval, it is anticipated that construction of the new antenna system will begin in the spring/summer 2019, and the existing antenna system will be decommissioned in 2019.
Information session details
Date: Thursday, February 15, 2018
Time: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Location: Red River Community Centre, multi-purpose room, 293 Murray Ave.
Format: Drop-in
For more information, or if you are unable to attend the public information session and would like to provide feedback online, please visit: winnipeg.ca/AntennaSystem.