Membership

We are the Virginia chapter of NATOA, and a recognized organization for advocating and advising on telecommunications issues impacting Virginia’s local governments. Join the chapter for information on legislation, judicial action, regulatory policy, and other cable and telecom news.

Not a member? Join VATOA using the form below. Or fill out the linked form here and send with a check to the address on the bottom of the form.

Benefits of Membership

  • Updates on cable and telecommunications law and policy through meetings and Webinars

  • Exchange of information and ideas through the VATOA listserv

  • Resources on topics such as cable franchising and broadband funding

  • Professional networking

What’s the Best VATOA Membership For You?

Individual Membership:

Individuals elected, appointed, employed by, or primarily retained by municipal, county, or state governments, or regional authorities, in Virginia, or public, educational, or governmental access organizations, and not working directly or indirectly for commercial communications providers.

Associate Membership:

Individuals from non-profit or profit-making organizations, or students, involved in the planning, development, programming, or research of cable and other telecommunications systems, and not working directly or indirectly for commercial communications providers, as associate members with more limited benefits.

Individual Members have voting rights in all Association and committee business.  Associate members do not have voting rights. See our Bylaws. All members have access to VATOA meetings, Webinars, and resources.