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3AA204C19783263A87258B7F0058913B Hearing Summary




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BILL SUMMARY For PRESENTATION FROM THE COLORADO COMMUNICATIONS AND UTILITY ALLIANCE

INTERIM COMMITTEE  CELL PHONE CONNECTIVITY INTERIM STUDY COMMITTEE
Date Aug 20, 2024      
Location Old State Library



Presentation from the Colorado Communications and Utility Alliance - Committee Discussion Only
10:07:27 AM  

Chair Lukens called the hearing to order.  A quorum was present.

Representatives from the Colorado Communications and Utility Alliance (CCUA) introduced themselves:  Todd Barnes, Communications Director, City of Thornton and CCUA Legislative Chair; Alan DeLollis, Executive Director; and, Ken Fellman, General Counsel.

The representatives discussed state law, right of way agreements, ideas for improving the permitting process, and other suggestions.  The CCUA slide deck presented at the hearing may be viewed here:https://leg.colorado.gov/sites/default/files/images/ccua-cml_interim_committee_presentation_8.20.24.pdf
10:44:20 AM  

Committee members asked questions about local government permits, right of ways, and model codes. Discussion folllowed about federal law and model right of way ordinances.  Discussion turned to replacing equipment and federal regulations.  Further questions were asked about permitting, barriers, and tolling agreements. Committee members asked about viewing broadband maps, as well as gaps in coverage.