Recommendation SI.24
Recommendation Status: Expand
Explore policies for public rights-of-way usage for the installing of fiber optic cables.
This recommendation help achieve the following
Applicable Geographic Scales
Countywide
Municipalities
Key Issues Addressed
Sustainability Considerations
Sub-geographies
Equity Considerations
Informs telecom usage and designation of broadband coverage inclusive of marginalized community needs.
Avoids usages at the cost of social and environmental well-being.
Related Planning Topic Areas
Sustainable Infrastructure
Low
(Less than $1 mil)
Medium
($1-10mil)
Partnership
Implementation
Lead Partner(s)
Telecommunication Companies
American Water
Ameren
Spire
Municipalities
Timeline
Ongoing
Near-term
(Within 5 Years)
Supporting Partner(s)
N/A
Project
Cost
High
($10+ mil)
Project, Partnership, or Policy
Policy
Medium-term
(5-10 Years)
Long-term
(10+ Years)
Potential Funding Sources
Private sector investments like Internet service providers, Broadband Infrastructure Program. Policy may be revenue generating depending on ROW usage agreements or fees.
Tracking Implementation
Engage telecom companies to streamline permitting process and assess regulatory changes.
Tracking Success
Increase in broadband connectivity.
Equitable coverage in disadvantaged communities.
If overperforming, what should we do?
Coordinate with municipalities to implement similar policies to build on county's success.
If underperforming, what should we do?