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Council approves franchise agreements with three broadband providers
Summary
The council gave final approval (second reading) to franchise agreements with EZ Fiber Texas LLC, Astound Broadband LLC and Zayo Group LLC by roll-call votes during the June 3 meeting.
The Puyallup City Council on June 3 completed second readings and adopted franchise agreements with three broadband providers: EZ Fiber Texas LLC, Astound Broadband LLC and Zayo Group LLC.
Why it matters: franchise agreements authorize use of city rights-of-way and set terms for installation and operation of communications infrastructure. Approving multiple franchise agreements is a routine but necessary administrative step to regulate providers and protect public infrastructure.
Council member motioned and the council approved each franchise by roll-call vote. For EZ Fiber the roll call recorded ayes from Council members Adler, Dorr, Gilliam, Johnson, Whiting, Deputy Mayor King and Mayor Jim Castemath. Similar roll-call outcomes followed for Astound Broadband and Zayo Group; each ordinance was approved on second reading.
What was not discussed at length: the record shows no extended policy debate or amendment to the franchise agreements during the meeting; city attorney and staff were available for questions but none were raised requiring changes.
Ending: The ordinances proceed to standard implementation steps in the city clerk’s office and public-works coordination with each franchisee.
