Franchise agreement time limits
Summary
Board members don't want the city locked into decades-long utility and franchise contracts like a condo association signing a 50-year deal. Staff will research statutory limits on franchise terms — some research suggests 10 to 20 years depending on the industry.
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Last discussed Mar 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
Franchise fees from telecom and power companies offset city bills; bad perpetual contracts could cost the city for decades.
Future city commissions and taxpayers benefit from not being stuck with terrible long-term contracts.
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