Board authorizes negotiations to explore county-run broadband network after lengthy debate
After extended discussion about costs, outside counsel and long-term risks, the Genesee County Board voted 5–4 to authorize staff to negotiate an agreement with Pivot Tech to form an IRS 6320 LLC and pursue a county broadband network; commissioners called for specialized legal review at the start of negotiations.
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The Genesee County Board of Commissioners on a 5–4 vote authorized staff to negotiate with Pivot Tech to create an IRS 6320 LLC and explore building a county-owned broadband network. The action, presented as a resolution to begin formal negotiations rather than to accept a final contract, followed hours of debate over legal risk, startup costs and who would represent the county in talks.
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