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Cable Franchising Quasi-Judicial Best Practices in Minnestoa
Many cities in the Twin Cities Metro area have been approached by CenturyLink about submitting an application for a cable franchise. While receiving an application to provide competitive cable service may be an exciting prospect, it is important to recognize that, in Minnesota, the cable franchising process is quasi-judicial and certain procedural safeguards must be followed. Council Members/Commissioners should take measures to provide adequate safeguards for the due process rights of cable franchise applicants that will appear before them.
The following is a list of aspirational “best practices” that Council Members/Commissioners should consider using in connection with cable franchising matters over which they may have decision-making authority.
Mike Bradley is a partner at Bradley Hagen & Gullikson, LLC. He has been practicing law for over 20 years and is licensed in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Washington. Mike represents cities on cable television franchising issues.
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