The Role of Local Government

• Traditionally Telecom Regulated at State and Federal Level

• Industry is Changing and Converging

  • Digital revolution blurs boundaries between telecom, cable and Internet
  • Wireless services growing geometrically

• Local Governments Becoming More Involved

  • Cable regulation has traditionally been local

    • Franchise Fees
  • Local zoning issues with tower siting
  • Sales tax issues with e-commerce

• Industry Convergence Further Complicates Matters

• Will Federal Government Preempt?

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