Privately funded fiber-to-home proposal
Elk Rapids villageMichigan- Detected
- Sep 15, 2026
- 52 days ago
- Sector
- Communications
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From the meeting
At the September 15, 2026 meeting, Surf Internet presented a privately funded, underground fiber-to-the-home proposal. Discussion covered construction and restoration, resident notification, right-of-way permitting under the METRO Act, pricing, seasonal service, equipment, and ties to other regional fiber projects. No action was taken, so the opportunity is still in the discussion phase.
- Meeting date
- September 15, 2026
- Agency
- Elk Rapids village
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