Commission approves using Motorola to finish Tennessee Advanced Communications Network phase 3
The commission approved a scope, funding and contractor update to complete Phase 3 of the Tennessee Advanced Communications Network, allowing Motorola to build the final 120–130 towers and aiming to shorten a projected eight-year build-out to three to four years, according to Commissioner Jeff Long.
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Commissioner Jeff Long presented the Department of Safety's request to expand scope and funding for Phase 3 of the Tennessee Advanced Communications Network (TAN) to install communications towers and support facilities for first responders. Long said the department seeks to utilize Motorola to complete the final 120 to 130 towers in phase 3 and that the action would expedite project completion "in the interest of public safety." He referenced the urgency of the work and the symbolic significance of the date, saying, "if you will allow me, this is appropriate today, September 11. As we know."
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