Sonic Telecom, LLC. 2260 Apollo Way, Santa Rosa, CA. 95407 707-522-1000 Sonic FAQ for the City of San Leandro
Ques�on: Can you explain what is the CPUC CPCN approval gran�ng document to Sonic to provide full facili�es-based service?
Answer: "CA CPCN" refers to a Cer�ficate of Public Convenience and Necessity. A CA CPCN is an approval granted by the California Public U�li�es Commission (CPUC) to a service provider that allows them to provide full facili�es-based services in the state.
Facili�es-based service refers to a telecommunica�ons or u�lity service where the provider owns or controls the physical infrastructure necessary for the delivery of that service. It typically involves the construc�on, opera�on, and maintenance of networks, such as fiber op�c cables, transmission lines, or other infrastructure components.
The CA CPCN allows Sonic to establish and expand our network infrastructure, offer a wider range of services, and compete in the telecommunica�ons market in California. It signifies that Sonic has met the necessary regulatory standards and can operate as a facili�es-based service provider in the state.
Ques�on: How does a CPCN relate to the incumbent ILEC (AT&T)? Answer: The CPCN process plays a role in governing the rela�onship between CLEC (Sonic) and ILEC (AT&T). It ensures that CLECs have access to the ILEC's network infrastructure through interconnec�on and colloca�on arrangements, while also ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Addi�onally, the CPCN process evaluates and approves the CLEC's ability to provide addi�onal services beyond basic local telephone services, facilita�ng fair compe��on between CLECs and ILECs.
Ques�on: Are any of Sonic facili�es going to be installed on City owned poles? Answer: No, all will be on PG&E/AT&T poles.
Ques�on: What is the �meline for removing temporary poles? Answer: Ideally within 12 months. Sonic will inform the power company of the overloaded unsafe pole, and Sonic will remove the temporary/bypass pole and place its facitlies on the new pole once the U�lity installs it.
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Sonic Telecom, LLC. 2260 Apollo Way, Santa Rosa, CA. 95407 707-522-1000 Ques�on: Does this organiza�on have a franchise agreement with the city? Answer: Franchise agreements are only applicable to video services. They are not permited for voice and Internet services as per regula�ons.
Ques�on: What is the basis for allowing the installa�on of new poles when there is exis�ng infrastructure, especially given the nominal weight of fiber? Answer: Through the engineering process if it’s determined that the pole has failed (is overloaded) Sonic will place a temporary pole and no�fy the pole owner of the unsafe condi�on.
The pole owner is required to replace the pole. Once the pole is replaced, Sonic will remove the temporary pole and move our facili�es/fiber to the new pole.
Ques�on: What is the process for PG&E or other u�lity company to replace poles or add new poles?
Answer: Sonic will inform PG&E of the overloaded and unsafe overloaded pole, and PG&E is required to replace the pole. Sonic can not speak to PG&Es specific process, but it's important to note that u�lity companies priori�ze safety and opera�onal efficiency, and they work to complete necessary pole replacements within a reasonable �meframe to minimize any poten�al risks or disrup�ons to electrical services.
Ques�on: Does the city play a role in approving this type of installa�on? Answer: This would be between PG&E and the City for ge�ng the appropriate permits and approval.
Ques�on: Who owns the exis�ng and new poles being installed? Answer: Bypass/Temporary poles would be owned by Sonic. The Replacement pole will be owned by the U�lity and Sonic will then remove the Temporary Pole and place our fiber facili�es on the new replacement pole
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