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Council hears presentation on proposed Verizon cable franchise; Verizon attorney joins by phone
Wilkes-Barre City Council · January 21, 2026
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Summary
Council discussed an ordinance that would grant a cable franchise to Verizon Pennsylvania LLC; Verizon attorney Paul Trane participated by phone to answer technical questions. The transcript records discussion but no recorded vote.
Council members considered an ordinance to adopt a cable franchise agreement with Verizon Pennsylvania LLC that would allow the company to construct, operate and maintain a cable television system and provide related services in…
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