November 6, 2023 - SAN FRANCISCO - The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), in its commitment to help bridge the digital divide, will hold two virtual public forums for consumers to offer input regarding quality and accessibility of high-speed broadband in their communities.

WHEN: Nov. 8, 2023, 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. (virtual)

WHAT: These public forums provide an opportunity for the public to engage with the CPUC regarding access to essential communications services and service quality, particularly pertaining to access concerns raised in the CPUC’s proceeding to implement the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program. Consumers are encouraged to discuss all aspects of broadband service, especially whether broadband service affects access to critical information and vital services such as education, job search resources, and healthcare. Additionally, the CPUC is interested in hearing about difficulties encountered with the quality and accessibility of internet service.

WHERE: Remote access via webcast or phone for both public forums, as follows:

• Live video broadcast with English or Spanish captions via webcast:
  • 2 p.m.: https://www.adminmonitor.com/ca/cpuc/hearing/20231108/
  • 6 p.m.: https://www.adminmonitor.com/ca/cpuc/hearing/202311082/
  • Participants who choose to view via webcast will have audio and video but will not be able to make comments. If you would like to make comment during the forums, refer to the phone-in information below.
    Source: CPUC