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Katie Kienbaum Writes About Potential for Municipal Broadband in Cleveland Heights
In a letter to the editor published on Oct. 18th at Cleveland.com, Katie Kienbaum, researcher with the Institute for Local Self-Reliance, discussed the benefits a municipal broadband network could bring to Cleveland Heights.
Quincy Getting Serious About Municipal Fiber in Massachusetts
Quincy, Massachusetts, recently let the public know that they're serious about encouraging local Internet access competition through public investment.
Williamstown, Massachusetts, Looking at Municipal Connectivity Options
Williamstown, Massachusetts, may ask their constituents to vote on the creation of a publicly owned fiber optic system. For the town of 7,700, a vote on whether or not to invest in fast, affordable, reliable, Internet network infrastructure isn't imminent, however, as Williamstown still has significant research ahead.
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The American Conservative Addresses Preemption, Local Authority, Better Connectivity
On October 21, 2019, The American Conservative published an article by the Institute for Local Self-Reliance's Christopher Mitchell. The article delves into how preemption affected the municipal broadband project in Lafayette, Louisiana.
We're Hiring! Communications and Podcast Production Intern
The Institute for Local Self-Reliance (ILSR) seeks a Communications and Podcast Production Intern to support ILSR’s Community Broadband Networks Initiative in Minneapolis, Minnesota. We are looking for candidates with audio editing experience and an interest in communications strategy.
American Conservative: Fleeced by the Telecoms and Your State is Blessing It
On Oct. 21, 2019, The American Conservative published a piece written by Christopher Mitchell, Director of the Community Broadband Networks Initiative at the Institute for Local Self-Reliance.
Fast Company Focuses on Ammon, Idaho's Fiber, for The New Capitalism Series
Ammon, Idaho, got our attention years ago but as benefits from the city’s publicly owned fiber optic infrastructure continue to grow, others are taking notice.
Community Broadband Media Roundup - October 21
California
Who gets access to fast broadband? Evidence from Los Angeles County 2014-17 by Hernan Galperin, Thai Le, and Kurt Daum, USC Annenberg
"From Crops to Co-ops" Animated Series Continues, Locals Learn About Power of Cooperatives
We recently introduced you to our informative and campy video series, “From Crops to Co-ops: Small Towns Want Better Internet!” In episode 2, we continue the saga of “Villageville,” where the streets are quiet, the people are friendly, and the Internet access leaves much to be desired. Last time, you met some of the people who live in this rural community and discovered how they've dealt with substandard connectivity. People are getting a little fed up; could the wind be shifting in Villageville?
Nonprofits Have A Chance at Free Gigabit Internet Access in Lincoln, Nebraska
When Lincoln, Nebraska, developed their extensive network of conduit back in 2012, they were working within the confines of restrictive state law to encourage better local connectivity.
LUS Fiber Expands to Another Community in Lafayette Parish
Residents and businesses in Carencro, in the northern region of Lafayette Parish of Louisiana, now have access to LUS Fiber. The expansion is the latest step in efforts to deploy the Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) network to every community within the Parish.
Denver Considers 2020 Vote to Reclaim Local Authority
Even though there are more than 140 municipalities and counties that have voted to reclaim local telecommunications authority from the state, the City and County of Denver, Colorado, has put off such a referendum.