There are many factors involved in deciding to build a Local Community Public-Use Network. Key among them for iTown is a strong commitment from public officials to support and encourage use of the network. We are seeking partners who see the LCPN as an essential infrastructure; who desire to use the network to further economic and community development; who want to leverage its use to deliver improved educational and government services; and who see value in sharing in the benefits of a public-private partnership.

In discussing the potential for a project in your area, we will ask many questions such as:

• What interest level exists within the community for an LCPN?
• What specific current needs are unmet by existing technology and services?
• What economic development plans do you have that will leverage the LCPN's capabilities in future years?
• Are you prepared to commit to purchasing your local jurisdiction's communications services from service providers that use the LCPN?
• How will your local government make maximum use of the LCPN for administrative, public safety, security and service delivery to your constituents?
• What plans do you have for advancing education by leveraging the capabilities an LCPN provides?
• What ongoing support will you provide to assist members of your community in taking full advantage of the capabilities and services available via the LCPN?
• For state officials, what role does advanced broadband infrastructure play in your state's development program, and how will you support local communities in their efforts to establish this infrastructure?