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City intends, by the adoption of this franchise, to bring about the further development of a cable system, and the continued operation of it. Such development can contribute significantly to the communication needs and desires of the residents and citizens of city and the public generally. Further, city may achieve better utilization and improvement of public services and enhanced economic development with the development and operation of a cable system.
Adoption of this franchise is, in the judgment of the city council, in the best interests of city and its residents. (Ord. 827, 8-5-2002, eff. 8-26-2002)
In the review of the request for renewal by grantee and negotiations related thereto, and as a result of a public hearing, the city council makes the following findings:
A. Grantee's technical ability, financial condition, legal qualifications, and character were considered and approved in a full public proceeding after due notice and a reasonable opportunity to be heard;
B. Grantee's plans for constructing, upgrading, and operating the cable system were considered and found adequate and feasible in a full public proceeding after due notice and a reasonable opportunity to be heard;
C. The franchise granted to grantee by city complies with the existing applicable Minnesota statutes, federal laws and regulations; and
D. The franchise granted to grantee is nonexclusive. (Ord. 827, 8-5-2002, eff. 8-26-2002)
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