Does the franchise agreement address broadband internet access service offered by Comcast?

Unfortunately, no. Federal Law and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations prohibit the City from regulating non-cable services provided by Comcast through its cable system, including Broadband Internet access service. Therefore, the franchise agreement does not address broadband internet and the City cannot, as a condition of franchise renewal, make requirements for Internet Service or Telecommunication Service part of a renewed Comcast Cable Franchise.

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1. What is a franchise agreement?
2. What benefits do residents receive from the current franchise agreement?
3. Cable prices vary significantly between Bainbridge Island and other areas of the country. What can the City do to reduce this variation?
4. What can the City do to improve the quality of cable services provided by Comcast?
5. What is the City doing to foster competition among cable companies operating on Bainbridge Island?
6. Does the franchise agreement address tree trimming?
7. Does the franchise agreement address broadband internet access service offered by Comcast?