Officials in Boston, Massachusetts are working to ensure that every resident has access to reliable internet and the ability to successfully navigate digital technology. NCC sat down with Mike Lynch, the City’s Broadband and Cable Director, to discuss the City’s advancements in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Can you provide us with an overview […]
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On September 3rd, Next Century Cities filed comments with the Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”) on NCTA’s Petition for Declaratory Rulemaking, which urges the FCC to limit local government remedies when assessing and attempting to recover the costs of pole replacements. While NCTA’s petition expresses a shared goal to address the digital divide, its proposals would
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View a pdf of this press release here. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Brittany-Rae Gregory brittany-rae@nextcenturycities.org Next Century Cities Issues a Statement Opposing NTIA’S Petition for a Section 230 Rulemaking & Urges the FCC to Stay Focused on Expanding Broadband Access Washington D.C. (September 3, 2020) – Next Century Cities’ Ryan Johnston issued the following
In August 2020, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requested public comment on the National Telecommunications and Information Administration’s (NTIA) petition for a rulemaking to clarify the scope of Section 230 of the 1996 Communications Decency Act. The petition was intended to add muster to an Executive Order encouraging online censorship. On September 3, 2020, Next
Since COVID-19 introduced itself, the Fiber Broadband Association has hosted a weekly webinar to discuss a variety of issues related to broadband deployment. Next Century Cities (NCC) and Public Knowledge were invited to join the 23rd installment of the “Fiber for Breakfast” series. On September 2, 2020, NCC’s Executive Director Francella Ochillo presented on how
Since 2008, Bytemarks Cafe has used Hawaii public radio to educate residents on science, technology, and innovation. The host, Burt Lum, is also the State of Hawaii’s Strategy Officer for the Hawaii Broadband Initiative which is dedicated to bringing robust, resilient broadband connectivity within reach for every resident. Next Century Cities’ Executive Director was invited
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Please give us a brief overview on the status of broadband connectivity in Lafayette. LUS Fiber is in a position to deliver broadband to the City of Lafayette on a 100% community-owned, all-fiber network. Our network is expansive, and systemwide we can provide services up to 10 Gbps. Lafayette is also served by major telecoms
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By Ginny Sawyer and Erin Shanley Policy and Project Manager, the City of Fort Collins and Marketing Manager, Fort Collins Connexion Please give us a brief overview of the status of broadband connectivity in Fort Collins. On August 29th, 2020, we will celebrate our one-year launch anniversary! Over the last year, Connexion staff, city officials,
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by Corian Zacher, Policy Counsel Driving through Stillwater on a cold day in October, you’ll see a flood of orange lining Main Street. The monochrome palette is not a mistake or a strange coincidence. For people in Stillwater, orange represents loyalty and unwavering support for Oklahoma State University, or “OSU.” Normally, OSU boasts “America’s Greatest
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View a pdf of this press release here. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Brittany-Rae Gregory brittany-rae@nextcenturycities.org Next Century Cities Welcomes New Member of Policy Team Washington D.C. (August 24, 2020) –Next Century Cities (NCC) is pleased to announce the recent hire of Corian Zacher, who will join the NCC team as Policy Counsel for Local
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