Savannah, Geor., picks NetMethods: The city will use the network for video surveillance, public safety, and municipal worker access. Tropos gear was chosen.
Elk Grove, Calif., agrees to no-bid deal with Frontier: The city council agreed to a contact that gives Frontier access to 650 light poles; the company will initially provide coverage to 11 square miles of the 42 square miles comprising the city. Frontier will pay $100, 000 for the rights, which extend over five years. Existing Frontier customers will pay $10 a month for use; others can buy access on demand.