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Council grants 10-year franchise to Alabama Fiber Network with 5% fee
Summary
The Jasper City Council approved a 10-year franchise agreement with Alabama Fiber Network that includes a 5% franchise fee and requires coordination with the city's planning and building department for work in rights-of-way.
The Jasper City Council approved a 10-year franchise agreement with Alabama Fiber Network on May 20, authorizing the company to construct fiber lines through city rights-of-way and assessing a 5% franchise fee comparable to existing franchise agreements.
City staff said the agreement mirrors other franchise agreements and requires Alabama Fiber Network to coordinate with the planning and building department for any work under streets or in rights-of-way. The company asked the council to approve the agreement so it may participate in the statewide fiber program the governor promoted.
Nut graf: The agreement lets Alabama Fiber Network install lines through Jasper for up to 10 years while requiring prior coordination and a 5% fee to the city, aligning the terms with other local franchise agreements.
City staff recommended approval after reviewing the agreement alongside the city attorney; the council approved the franchise by voice vote.
Discussion vs. decision: Staff confirmed the agreement's terms and the council took formal action to approve the franchise; no amendments or public objections were recorded in the meeting minutes.
