Committee forwards free downtown Wi‑Fi license to full commission after technical concerns

Aug 20, 2026

The committee voted (4–2) to forward a one‑year, revocable rooftop license from United Communications — which would provide free downtown Wi‑Fi at no cost to the county — to the full county commission, asking staff to obtain technical answers on interference, shutdown options and insurance from OIT, maintenance and the company before final approval.

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Eric Hennessy, the county chief of staff, presented a proposed revocable rooftop license offered by United Communications to place wireless equipment on county buildings to provide free downtown Wi‑Fi for events at no cost to Rutherford County.

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