AT&T, Napa, California working on citywide wireless network deal

The city of Napa, California and AT&T are working out a deal by the end of this year to develop and deploy a free wireless network. AT&T said it will pour $1 million into the project by installing the infrastructure and have the network supported by advertising and sponsorships. Users can opt to pay a fee to obtain faster connections. According to city officials, the network will provide access to the internet at large and also serve as a communications vehicle for local government, including the police and fire departments.