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Prescott adopts microtrenching standard and OKs two private fiber projects; city signs contracts with WeCom and MetroNet
Summary
City council adopted an ordinance adding microtrench details to engineering standards and approved license agreements with WeCom and MetroNet, approving private fiber builds that commit roughly $56 million of private investment across Prescott.
The Prescott City Council on Tuesday adopted a new engineering standard for fiber installations and approved license agreements for two private fiber‑to‑the‑home providers, moving the city closer to expanded high‑speed Internet service.
Why it matters: Council chose to create clearer technical standards and permitting rules for a new installation method called microtrenching and to allow two private operators to build fiber in Prescott. Officials said competition will expand consumer choice, spur local hiring and improve broadband access in under‑served neighborhoods.
The council unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 2025‑1900, which amends the city’s general engineering standards to add a new microtrench detail (QCSD‑213q) and…
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