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Adoption of Resolution of Opposition - Elimination of local government involvement in telecommunications included in the rewrite of the Michigan Telecommunications Act
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Whereas, the Michigan Senate Technology & Energy Committee is in the process of rewriting the Michigan Telecommunications Act which could potentially eliminate local government involvement in telecommunications affecting cable service, wireless communications and the possible elimination of local cable franchise fees.
Be It Resolved that the Rochester Hills City Council hereby opposes any elimination of local government involvement in telecommunications affecting cable service, wireless communications and the possible elimination of local cable franchise fees that may be incorporated into the current rewrite of the Michigan Telecommunications Act.
Be It Further Resolved that copies of this Resolution of Opposition be conveyed to the appropriate elected and appointed officials of the State government.