Ann Treacy

Public Broadband Policy Choices

As public entities move through a broadband decision-making process, the policymakers need to consider trade-offs between different approaches. The choices can be difficult, especially if there is a lack of consensus around the core purposes of the network. In other words, “Why are we considering this significant investment for our community?” Some of these decisionsContinue reading “Public Broadband Policy Choices”

Financing

There are multiple financing advantages that the public sector enjoys when compared with the private sector. Each state has a unique set of public finance rules and regulations, especially regarding telecommunications networks and services. Be sure to consult with your public finance advisors for specific information about financing rules in your state. Local units ofContinue reading “Financing”