When: East Lampeter Township supervisors meeting, March 1.
What happened: Residents may soon get an alternative for their cable and internet service. Township supervisors are considering an agreement with Shenandoah Cable Television to provide services in the township.
Why it matters: Shenandoah is pursuing a cable franchise agreement with the township to provide cable services, bringing a second choice to East Lampeter Township residents for TV, internet and phone service. Township Manager Ralph Hutchison said Comcast has been the sole township cable franchise agreement holder. All franchise agreements, he said, are nonexclusive and do not prevent another provider from obtaining a franchise and offering services in the township. The franchise process will most likely be completed by the end of the year and does allow for public input, he said.