As reported in the
Orange County Register (Free registration required). The City of Anaheim, CA has made a deal with Earthlink to bring citywide Wi-Fi to the metropolis and they're doing it without any cost to tax payers.
"There's no risk to taxpayers, and it offers another option to consumers," said Anaheim Mayor Curt Pringle. Access to the Wi-Fi network will be available to anyone who wishes to use it for a small fee that can be paid monthly or daily.
Residents and small businesses would pay about $20 a month for the service, which includes eight mailboxes. Multiple users could sign up for one account and receive unlimited wireless access throughout the city. Visitors could pay for a one-day pass.