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Fall River park board tables decision on Ripple Fiber cabinets, directs company to work with staff
Summary
The Park Board of Commissioners tabled a request from Ripple Fiber to place four 5x5 broadband cabinets in city parks and asked the company to work with parks staff and the historic commission on locations and design; board members voiced support for competition in internet service but raised concerns about park aesthetics and permitting.
The Fall River Park Board of Commissioners on Wednesday tabled a request from Ripple Fiber to place four 5-by-5 telecommunications cabinets in city parks and asked the company to work with parks staff and the city’s historic review process on exact siting and design. Commissioners said they broadly supported adding broadband competition but wanted assurances about placement, aesthetics and permitting before approving permanent equipment in Olmsted-designated parks.
Ripple Fiber representatives told the board each cabinet would serve about 15,000 homes and described the…
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