§ 26-2. Franchise required; authority of council to join with other authorities.

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(a)

Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, it shall be unlawful for any person or organization to own, construct, operate or solicit subscribers for any CATV system wholly or partially located in the town without first having obtained a franchise.

(b)

Notwithstanding the remaining provisions of this chapter, the council of the town may by resolution or ordinance join with any other municipality or municipalities in the state or with Prince George's County for a common franchise in whole or in part. Any such franchise shall be subject only to the provisions of such resolution or ordinance; provided that any such resolution or ordinance shall be subject to the notification and publication provisions for the award of a franchise as provided in section 26-5 of this chapter.

(Ord. No. 3-80, 6-12-80)

                    
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