We've been instrumental in every aspect of progressive development throughout the Southeast. The roots we have here are deep, substantial and ever growing. Groundbreaking endeavors such as statewide information highways and video networks linking local and regional institutions are reflective of our commitment to the Southeast.

As the forces of change drive governments to new economic realities, information/ communications technology becomes a valuable tool for improving productivity. BellSouth will continue to assist in the process of "reengineering," which will allow you to provide the highest possible level of service to citizens.

At BellSouth, we'll be introducing community networks which will give even the most remote schools and libraries access to government agencies and entities. Another area we're pursuing is a network linking the private and public sectors. Government agencies and the commercial sectors that deal with them will have faster and easier access to each other.

In short, BellSouth is working to broaden the equality of service throughout the Southeast. It is an effort that will benefit us all.