RESOLUTION NO. 24-27

A resolution supporting the investment of Dickson Electric Service in essential internet infrastructure.

WHEREAS, the universal availability of affordable high-speed internet access for all citizens has been identified as a local and national priority; and

WHEREAS, not all citizens of Hickman County have quality affordable internet services access; and

WHEREAS, community and municipal broadband networks provide an option for market competition, consumer choice, economic development and universal affordable internet access; and

WHEREAS, historically local governments have ensured access to essential services by banding together to provide those services not adequately offered by the private sector at a reasonable and competitive cost; and

WHEREAS, local government leaders recognize that their economic health and survival depend on connecting their communities requiring both private and public investment to achieve this goal; and

WHEREAS, local governments and utilities are closest to the people and are the most responsive and accountable to the people;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of County Commissioners of Hickman County, Tennessee, assembled in regular session this 25th day of November 2024, that:

SECTION 1. Hickman County supports and encourages the investment of Dickson Electric Service in essential internet infrastructure to provide internet service to the citizens of Hickman County and surrounding communities.

SECTION 2. This resolution shall take effect upon adoption, the public welfare requiring it.

Sponsors: Todd Collins, District 2; Steve Gianakos, District 4.

Commission action: 11 Aye, 0 Nay, 0 Pass, 3 Absent — Adopted this 25th day of November, 2024.

Adopted: Keith Nash, Chairman. Attest: Casey Dorton, County Clerk. Approved: Jim Bates, County Mayor (November 26, 2024).