NATOA promotes community interests in communications. A national trade association based in Alexandria, VA , NATOA represents local government jurisdictions and consortiums, including elected and appointed officials and staff, who oversee communications and cable television franchising.
Upcoming Events
- May 11,2009 - eNATOA - Why Your Community Needs a Telecommunications Policy Plan
- May 18,2009 - 2009 Spring Conference
- June 8,2009 - eNATOA - PEG Funding Models
- July 13,2009 - eNATOA - The Intercarrier Compensation and the Federal Universal Service Funds and how it Promotes NATOA�s Broadband Policy Principles
- August 10,2009 - eNATOA - New Media Topics
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Top Issues
NATOA Recommends FCC Coordinate Efforts on Broadband Comparisons
In reply comments to the Federal Communications Commission, NATOA has urged that the Commission coordinate its efforts to compare international broadband offerings and conduct a domestic consumer survey. These studies, required of the Commission by the Broadband Data Improvement Act…
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NATOA Urges FCC to Preserve Local Government Role, Protect Public Interest in Broadband Grant Program
NATOA has filed comments with the FCC regarding the role that the Commission should take in helping NTIA to implement the broadband grant program created by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. In its comments, NATOA urges the…
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NATOA Leads Over 130 Others in Filing Comments with NTIA & RUS on Broadband Grant Program
NATOA lead 130 communities and organizations in filing comprehensive comments in response to the National Telecommunications and Information Administration’s Request for Information on how to implement the broadband grant program created by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. …
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NATOA Journal Goes Green! Welcome to NATOA’s new electronic Journal.
NATOA’s quarterly publication, The Journal, is now available in a user-friendly, electronic format. To access The Journal from the NATOA Homepage, select NATOA Publications from the Resources tab or click here. This electronic version of The Journal will replace the printed version and NATOA welcomes your feedback as we continue to “green” our resources.
NATOA Announces Upcoming Publication of Local Government Officials e-Guide to Communications Facilities Siting
This essential electronically published Guide includes:
- A review of federal, state and local laws on facility siting including lessons learned from court cases involving siting decisions
- Establishing comprehensive and effective wireless zoning codes
- How to establish a win/win relationship with facilities companies-to ensure full coverage and appropriate compensation for all parties
- Case studies of local government and wireless carrier collaboration
- Use of co-location, creative stealth technology and other appealing solutions for your community
- Guidelines for dealing with radio frequency emissions safety
- Protecting public safety communications from interference
Advertising and Consultancy listings are now available for purchase! (Hurry: Deadline to submit materials and payment is May 1, 2009.)
NATOA Advertisers & Consulting Members: Advertise your services today and be sure to let members and non-members know how you can help them achieve their goals!
Click here for the Advertising Rate Card & e-Guide Order Form!
Advertising options include a full page, half page or quarter page all with live hyperlink to your website. Members of NATOA enjoy discounted advertising rates!
NATOA Leads Over 130 Others in Filing Comments with NTIA & RUS on Broadband Grant Program
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NATOA, NACO File Comments Discussing Rural Broadband Strategy
NATOA, NLC, NACO, USCM File Comments Supporting PEG
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