The Orleans County Chamber of Commerce believes that access to modern communications technology is essential to the economic development of Orleans County. Modern communication technology could attract many businesses that have a preference to be located in non-urban areas. It could also give existing businesses one of the tools they need to compete in the world market.

The Chamber urges all levels of government to monitor cutting edge communication technology and provide for its availability to all businesses within the county on a timeline competitive with other areas.

We also support cooperation between multiple providers or a single provider that would to develop the synergies needed to extend services throughout Orleans County in the most cost-effective manner.