First Amendment to Schedule of Leased Property Central Library T-Mobile West LLC November 18, 2025
Statement of Issue
The City Council is asked to approve and authorize the execution of the First Amendment to the Schedule of Lease Property between the City of Huntington Beach and T-Mobile West LLC for the cellular antenna site located on the roof of the Central Library.
This amendment updates rental rates and terms to reflect current market conditions and ensures continued revenue collection from a long-standing telecommunications tenant.
Site Lease Location
7111 Talbert Avenue – Central Library Roof
Longstanding cellular antenna site established under a 1996 Master Communication Site Lease Agreement.
One of multiple City sites originally leased to Pacific Bell Mobile Services (now T-Mobile West LLC).
Background
In 1996, the City and Pacific Bell Mobile Services entered into a Master Communication Site Lease Agreement for installation of cell sites on City-owned property.
Schedule No. 1 was executed in May 1996 for the Central Library roof site.
T-Mobile West LLC is the successor in interest to Pacific Bell.
The current lease term expires April 30, 2026.
Staff proactively initiated negotiations to update rent and terms to current market levels.
Negotiated Terms
New Monthly Rent: $3,600 (60% increase)
Annual Escalations: 4% each year (above market average) Administrative Fee: One-time payment of $5,000 within 60 days of execution Term: Continues through April 30, 2026
Renewal Options: Adds five (5) additional 5-year terms (through 2051); renewals automatic unless either party provides 30 days’ written notice Subleasing/Colocation: Requires City notification and written approval Equipment Modifications: Subject to City review and permit approval
Financial Impact
Immediate Rent Increase: $2,246 to $3,600 per month (60% increase) Annual Escalations: 4% each year
Administrative Fee: $5,000
Estimated Total Value: ~$1.9 million over the full extension period Revenue Account: General Account Fund 10000100.45100
These terms ensure the City receives full market value for use of its facility and maintain steady, growing revenue from a reliable long-term tenant.
Recommended Action
Approve Amendment 1
Authorize the Mayor to execute the Amendment
Questions?