Copper Retirement Is Here: What County Leaders Need to Know About Voice Modernization

MACo’s 2026 Summer Conference Solutions Showcase features thought leaders and industry experts presenting resources and best practices to assist local governments. Check out this session hosted by FirstNet, Built with AT&T!

About FirstNet. Built with AT&T:

FirstNet was created after 9/11 to address critical communication challenges, providing public safety with reliable, secure connectivity. The 9/11 Commission Report called for a dedicated network to support those who protect our communities. In 2012, the FirstNet Authority was established, and in 2017, AT&T was selected to build and maintain the Nationwide Public Safety Broadband Network, today known as FirstNet.

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SOLUTIONS SHOWCASE SESSION:

Title: Copper Retirement Is Here: What County Leaders Need to Know About Voice Modernization

Description: As telecommunications providers continue to retire copper-based networks and legacy voice services, county governments must prepare for the future of communications. This discussion will focus on the impact of copper retirement, the risks of maintaining aging infrastructure, and the modernization options available to public sector organizations. Learn how AT&T Business Voice (ABV) helps agencies transition from traditional voice services to a flexible, cloud-based platform that improves resilience, simplifies management, and supports evolving workforce needs. Attendees will leave with actionable guidance for developing a modernization roadmap that ensures continuity of service while positioning their organizations for long-term success.

Date: 8/12/2026

Time: 11:45 AM – 12:15 PM

Be sure to register for MACo’s Summer Conference to attend this session and many more!

MACo’s Summer Conference, “Build What’s Next,” will be held at the Roland Powell Convention Center in Ocean City, MD, on August 12-15, 2026.

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