Brent Struthers ICC Staff 312-814-6025

Larry Vagnoni Lockheed-Martin 202-408-5922

Mart Nurmet MCI World Com 972-656-1475

Sandy Decker Lucent 847-290-2627

Joe Murphy Cellular One 217-352-1800

Pete Long Cellular One 847-762-2042

Bill Minch Alcatel USA 630-645-5510

Brian Mehta Ameritech 312-425-1192

Donna Navickas Ameritech 847-248-4487

Brian Baldwin Ameritech 847-248-5324

Robin Meier Ameritech 312-220-2603

Rick Jones NENA 815-654-5011

Bettie Shelby Ericsson 972-583-7671

Barry Bishop Lockheed-Martin 312-706-6255

Gene Saulman Sprint 913-624-8117

Donna Navickas stated that the Illinois NPAC Committee met yesterday to discuss a migration plan for transitioning from a manual to a mechanized process for number pooling. In addition, she mentioned that Lockheed-Martin will forward a letter to all participating carriers on 11/1, reminding them of the need for testing of Release 1.4. She stated that Lockheed will implement a freeze on the allocation of pooled blocks between January 8^th and February 1^st 1999, to prepare for the NPAC migration and to convert all TN records ported for pooling purposes to the new "pooled" category. Joe Murphy noted that the freeze may present a problem for new carriers requesting numbering resources for the first time.

Donna stated that NPAC Release 2.0 was approved by all regional LLCs on 10/98. The Release includes wireless change orders. It will be ready for testing on 6/15/99. A separate pooling release (i.e., Release 3.0) is planned for 10/99.

Brent Struthers reported that hopes for a resolution of the interim LNP cost recovery issue here in Illinois have not been realized, and that the docket proceeding is moving forward. Initial testimony is due 11/10; rebuttal is due 12/17; and a hearing is scheduled 2/3 & 2/4. Brent also indicated that Ameritech had filed a petition with the FCC to address this issue.

Wayne Heinmiller had previously forwarded the SCP Subcommittee’s proposed resolution of the potential looping problem associated with number pooling. The three requirements contained within that recommendation, together with the supporting text, has been submitted to Committee T1S1.6 as a contribution. It is posted on the T1S1 website and will be discussed at their next meeting.

Bill Minch reported that this is the last issue that the Subcommittee intends to address.

Robin Meier stated that a national meeting was held yesterday with the Law Enforcement community. Law Enforcement requirements for the IVR were rewritten to include provisioning of information on both ported and non-ported numbers. These requirements are included in the Lockheed-Martin SOW to all LLCs. A letter will soon be forwarded to all LLCs by the FBI, confirming LE’s willingness to pay for a portion of the costs. SOW10 has been submitted to the Midwest Region LLC, but will not be voted on at today’s LLC meeting. Robin stated that a conference call will probably be held by the LLC prior to the 11/24 SOW expiration date to discuss acceptance.

Rick Jones indicated that there was an error in the October 16^th Operations minutes, which incorrectly indicated that a ported wireless call will be routed to the proper PSAP. Rick stated that if a customer ports from wireline to wireless, the addressing information will disappear, and that calls will probably be routed to the wrong PSAP. In addition, the current wireless order for 911 provides for passing the MIN TN, which is non-dialable. Rick stated that nothing is currently underway to work these problems.

Brent Struthers mentioned that the current LNP rules state that no carrier may utilize LNP data base information for marketing purposes. Given that LE wants the IVR to contain historical information on both past and present carriers for each TN, he is concerned that this may be used by some carriers in an inappropriate manner. He indicated that rules may need to be written for the IVR, similar to LNP, which restrict use of any data contained therein.

Brian Baldwin mentioned that Lockheed-Martin has forwarded a letter, indicating its willingness to extend the trial in NPA 847 for up to 3 months following the availability of Release 1.4, which is currently scheduled for 2/1/99. Brian indicated that the Subcommittee needs clarification of the exception granted Illinois in the recent FCC (Pennsylvania) order, to determine whether there is a need to enter into a formal contract with Lockheed-Martin to continue with pooling after the official trial ends. Brent indicated that the ICC will release a HEPO on docket 98-0497 on or around 11/16, which may address this issue.

Brian indicated that a second Interim Trial Report is due this month. He will forward a request for feedback from all trial participants and Lockheed-Martin early next week, and intends to release this second report within the next few weeks. Brian indicated that, similar to the first report, much of the information will be anecdotal.

Barry Bishop expressed a concern with the allocation of blocks from the pool to Ameritech. In some situations, Ameritech has refused an allocation and instead requested the assignment of blocks from a new NXX. Brian Baldwin stated that this situation has occurred only in situations whereby blocks available within the pool are from NXXs assigned to a rate district outside the serving area. Brian explained that although the pool was established on a rate center basis, Ameritech’s tariffs require allocations down to the rate district level. Most of the requests forwarded by Ameritech have been accommodated by existing pool resources. However, in two cases, the pool contained no blocks within the proper rate center/rate district with which to meet the request. Brian noted that, although a new NXX had to be obtained, Ameritech only received the requested number of blocks, with the rest being returned to augment the pool. Brian stated that the Illinois Pooling Assignment Guidelines were written to specifically accommodate situations whereby available resources cannot meet a technical requirement, thereby allowing an allocation from a new NXX. Brent Struthers asked if anyone was opposed to Ameritech receiving assignments from a new NXX under these conditions. No one at the meeting expressed an objection.

Rick Jones mentioned a continuing problem that carriers opening up new NXXs are not informing PSAP providers, as is required under ICC rules. He explained that the PSAPs have no way of determining which carrier to contact in the event of a problem associated with a number from a new NXX. Brent reminded all carriers present of this obligation.

Brian Mehta provided a presentation on outstanding issues associated with the porting of numbers CLEC to ILEC, and CLEC to CLEC. The presentation highlighted concerns associated with the exchange of customer service records, recovery of the local loop, and coordination and escalation procedures during the actual porting. Brian recommended that Illinois take the lead in developing general standards that all carriers can reference when negotiating their interconnection agreements. Consensus was reached to submit these issues to the Illinois Operations Subcommittee for resolution. Ameritech will submit an issue statement to Subcommittee members prior to their next conference call on 11/19.

Brent Struthers raised an issue regarding a complaint received from a customer who was initially told that they could retain their number when executing a move, but was subsequently denied service for four days when it was discovered that the move was outside the existing rate center. Brent asked that all carriers remind their marketing representatives of the need to check the Street Address Guide (SAG) to confirm eligibility for number porting.

Brent reported that the complaint brought by Ameritech against MCI regarding converting interim LNP numbers to LRN/LNP has been settled.

Brent also reported that several requests for reconsideration of various aspects of the FCC Order on the Pennsylvania Petition (e.g., by Maine and New Hampshire) have been filed. He stated that the ICC has no intention of filing a PFR at this time and instead prefers to work informally to seek clarification. The main issue that the FCC may reconsider is the current requirement to approve an NPA relief plan prior to implementing number conservation measures.

Brent also reported that NANC has forwarded the NRO report to the FCC, that the NANPA Oversight Group is working on Pooling Administrator Requirements, and that Lockheed-Martin has announced its plans to divest its CIS unit. On this latter issue, Brent reported that Lockheed-Martin met with the FCC earlier this week to discuss several transition items, and will forward a follow-up document which identifies the acquiring entity, their financial viability, and their willingness to assume the contract at the existing price.

The next meeting of the Illinois LNP Steering Committee has been set for January 28^th at 9:30 in Chicago.