Public-Private Broadband Partnerships

As access to advanced communications capabilities have become increasingly important to communities across America, many state and local governments have found that public-private partnerships are their best option, and in some cases their only viable choice. This session will examine the key business and legal considerations involved. To be discussed:

• Why public-private broadband partnerships can make so much sense
• Key legal issues at each stage of a project
• Coping with emerging new issues, like cybersecurity and privacy
• How to find the right partner
• Negotiating the best deal