Internet for All: Principles for Building Constituent-First Municipal Broadband Networks
COMMENTARY | The way to fight for equity in broadband access leads through municipally-owned networks that follow key principles, according to Neighborly’s Garrett Brinker.
Why Cities Should Jump at the Chance to Add Cell Towers to Streetlights
COMMENTARY | In a contributed piece, the authors suggest compromises and efficiencies to ensure cities do not get left behind in the 5G revolution.
Local Officials to FCC: We’re Not the Ones Impeding 5G
A group of mostly mayors encouraged the Federal Communications Commission to refocus its efforts on new broadband investment, instead of preempting their oversight of public rights of way.
Trump Administration Mum on Nationalizing 5G
The proposal is still on the table, according to Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross, though localities may find their authority on public rights of way preempted regardless.
5G Faceoff on Capitol Hill
Localities want more of a say in broadband policymaking. The U.S. wireless industry wants to win its race with China.
5G Preemption Is Coming
The streamlined broadband deployment the FCC is contemplating will lessen local control without making rural build-outs more likely.
Congress Kicks Off Discussions About Trump’s Infrastructure Plan
There were frictions over issues involving funding and environmental permitting in a hearing on Thursday.
Facebook Continues Its Rural Broadband Quest
The massive company is reaching out for help to do it.
Mapping wireline broadband
The National Broadband Map shows availability of fixed broadband services by census blocks.
The FCC Could Help Make Good Local Broadband Models Great
Santa Cruz County has taken steps to improve internet accessibility in its rural parts but wants local government to have more of a say in federal and state broadband policy discussions.
Another Gigabit City Takes Shape in Colorado
But some local officials remain apprehensive about how to proceed on a municipal solution.
San José Mayor Quits FCC Broadband Group Citing ‘Predetermined, Industry-Favoring Outcome’
Liccardo’s resignation reflected critic’s frustration over the committee focus on industry concerns with state and local government.
N.Y. Governor Follows Montana’s Lead on State-Level Net Neutrality Protections
STATE & LOCAL ROUNDUP | Open records decision made on Pittsburgh’s HQ2 proposal; San Francisco’s new interim mayor; ‘Feed Your Soul’ in Louisiana; and a Daylight Saving Time proposal in Florida.
Dear State and Local Gov: FCC Chair Ajit Pai Is Just Not That Into You
Pai even blew up an intergovernmental advisory committee after members asked to talk to him about its future.
Is 2018 the Year Congress Finally Passes 'Dig Once' Broadband Legislation?
Advocates worry the allure of Trump’s elusive infrastructure package is stalling improved Internet access, particularly in rural America.
Reaching rural America with broadband internet service
Is modest-speed internet appropriate for rural areas, or do rural Americans deserve access to the far faster service options available in urban areas?
Report: Community broadband competitively priced
Community internet service providers are providing better low-cost services than private competitors, research finds.
Rural broadband push highlights long-standing data issues
As the administration rolls back right-of-way restrictions for siting broadband equipment, fundamental issues still exist around determining the size of the digital divide.
Trump Signs 2 New Executive Orders to Aid Rural Broadband Development
The president promised Farm Bureau members that “you're going to have great, great broadband.” But the new White House actions don’t appear to come with additional federal funding.
Sacramento's 5G Broadband Bet
Fifth-generation wireless isn’t yet a reality, but Sacramento Chief Information Officer Maria MacGunigal sees the city’s Verizon deal as a something that will hopefully “generate excitement from other carriers to want to invest.”
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