Cowlitz County approves 10‑year nonexclusive franchise for Lightspeed Networks
The Board of Commissioners approved a 10‑year franchise agreement allowing Lightspeed Networks (InstaStar) to operate fiber and related telecommunications equipment across county rights‑of‑way from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2029; public hearing had no public comment.
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Cowlitz County commissioners voted to approve a 10‑year nonexclusive franchise agreement with Lightspeed Networks (also known as InstaStar) to allow fiber, vaults, conduit and related telecommunications equipment in county rights‑of‑way.
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