Letter to the Editor: Should local governments in Southern Utah bond for broadband?

The letter asks a critical question: should we risk millions of taxpayer dollars on a venture that could compromise essential public services?

Hughes points out, “taxpayers, not users, are often left carrying the financial burden.” These projects frequently cost millions, diverting funds from essential services like “police and fire, roads, water and sewer.”

Before moving forward, local governments should prioritize what matters most—protecting core services for the community. Read the full letter here.