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Glendale, California staff report on proposed wireless ordinance, and addendum recommending some public hearings for right-of-way installations, up on city website.

FCC’s call for public input on national broadband policy is met with Free Press book release on public interest policies. The document calls for open internet access, changes in telecommunications policy, and exploration of different models for future public interest journalism.

AT&T is now promoting upgraded fiber-optic UVerse service in Glendale, California neighborhoods, for a one-time $145 fee. Included in the upgrade is a free modem which provides wireless TV reception, internet service, and boosted cell phone reception.

Glendale, California and other communities throughout the country don’t have a world-class broadband system because the current regulatory structure, and the cooperation of politicians with telecom interests, have impeded progress.

Glendale, California should construct its own high-speed fiber-optic network for businesses and residents.