§ 6.48.070. Interconnection.  


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  • Where technically feasible, a DIVCA franchisee and an incumbent cable operator shall negotiate in good faith to interconnect their networks for the purpose of providing PEG access channel programming. Interconnection may be accomplished by direct cable, microwave link, satellite, or other reasonable method of connection. DIVCA franchisees and incumbent cable operators shall provide interconnection of the PEG access channels on reasonable terms and conditions and may not withhold the interconnection. If a DIVCA franchisee and an incumbent cable operator cannot reach a mutually acceptable interconnection agreement, the county may require the incumbent cable operator to allow the DIVCA franchisee to interconnect its network with the incumbent's network at a technically feasible point on the holder's network as identified by the holder. If no technically feasible point for interconnection is available, the DIVCA franchisee shall make an interconnection available to the channel originator and shall provide the facilities necessary for the interconnection. The cost of any interconnection shall be borne by the DIVCA franchisee requesting the interconnection unless otherwise agreed to by the parties.

(Ord. No. 3284, § 1, 1-27-15)