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Administrative/Regulatory

Jul. 28, 2011

Munis fear broadband rules

California municipalities are on edge as the Federal Communications Commission considers measures to speed up the deployment of broadband networks.


By Ben Adlin


Daily Journal Staff Writer


California municipalities are worried the Federal Communications Commission may soon issue rules to speed up the deployment of broadband networks that will impact right-of-way licensing.


Broadband providers, who must navigate a patchwork of local regulations, are hoping for uniformity and even a reduction in fees that cities and counties can charge for access to local rights-of-way. The FCC is soliciting...

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