A brief collection of key regulatory information, sample agreements and other key materials for Google's use, beginning with formal City Council action to pursue Google Fiber for Communities.
The Bellingham City Council unanimously approved a resolution supporting our response to Google, pledging to welcome Google to our community by forming partnerships and ensuring rapid response to Google's needs.
Bellingham City Charter
Establishes the City of Bellingham and outlines how it is to be governed.
Article III describes Council and Legislation,
Article IV describes Mayor, Appointed Officers, and Administration.
Municipal
Code
Local laws enacted by the City of Bellingham.
Section 6.70 pertains to Utility and Telecommunications providers.
Section 13.15 addresses Utilities And Telecommunications Facilities
Located Within City Right-Of-Way.
Letter from Puget Sound Energy (PSE)
Letter from PSE dated March 12, 2010 providing cost and regulatory information
for Google's use of PSE poles.
Franchise ordinance for telecommunications services
This is a sample of an existing franchise document. This is a 2007 ordinance granting a franchise for construction,
operation, and maintenance of telecommunications network facilities.
Community profile information from Census
