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Council approves telecommunications franchise ordinance after abbreviated second reading
Summary
The council heard an abbreviated second reading of a telecommunications franchise ordinance covering applications, permits, insurance and aesthetic standards and approved the ordinance by voice vote; the measure sets terms for future telecommunications franchises in the city.
The council completed an abbreviated second reading and approved a local telecommunications franchise ordinance intended to set terms and conditions for operations in the city’s public rights-of-way.
A council member read the ordinance summary, which outlines sections on creation of the franchise, applications, standards, moving permits and tree trimming, bonds, insurance, nondiscrimination, maintenance, penalties and the city’s right to terminate a franchise. The reading explained that the ordinance provides a framework for awarding and regulating noncable telecommunications systems in the city.
After the abbreviated reading, a council member moved to adopt the ordinance, another member seconded and the council approved the measure by voice vote. The text establishes application and permit procedures and includes clauses on performance bonds, indemnification and consistency with federal and state rules. The ordinance will take effect following adoption and publication as required by law.
The ordinance text cited the city’s interest in protecting public rights-of-way and ensuring construction, operation and maintenance are consistent with public-safety and infrastructure needs.
