Section 4.70.280 Construction schedule.

1. Permits. Within ninety days after the effective date of a franchise grant, the franchisee shall file with the appropriate governmental authorities and with the necessary utility companies, all initial papers, applications, contracts and other documents necessary to permit the commencement of construction and operation of the BTN, and shall thereafter make diligent efforts to obtain the proper execution and delivery of such documents. The franchisee shall report to the city every ninety days of its progress in obtaining necessary permits, contracts and other necessary documents as contemplated in this subsection.

2. Target Dates. Within three months after accepting the franchise, the franchisee shall furnish the city with a construction schedule and map setting forth target dates by areas for commencement of service to subscribers. The schedule and map shall be updated whenever substantial changes become necessary.

3. Commencement of Construction. Within ninety days after the effective date of FCC certification, providing all other necessary permits and contracts have been obtained and entered into, the franchisee shall commence the construction of the BTN and pursue such with reasonable diligence.

4. Commencement of Operation. Within twelve months after the commencement of construction, the franchisee shall commence operation.

5. Substantial Completion of Construction. Within thirty-six months after the commencement of construction, the franchisee shall have substantially completed construction. (Ord. S-35454, 1978)