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Boulder outlines Allo partnership for city broadband; construction targeted to finish by 2029
Summary
City staff updated the advisory board on Oct. 20 about the City of Boulder—s community broadband program and a public‑private arrangement with Allo Communications to provide last‑mile fiber service.
City staff updated the advisory board on Oct. 20 about the City of Boulder—s community broadband program and a public‑private arrangement with Allo Communications to provide last‑mile fiber service.
Maria Rotunda, the city—s community broadband program manager, summarized the program goals: "citywide access to achieve near ubiquitous fiber optic coverage by 2030," create a competitive marketplace with at least one fiber option, ensure equity and inclusion for low‑income residents, preserve net neutrality and protect consumer privacy.
Background and deal terms: staff said the city invested about $20 million to build a 55‑mile city fiber backbone (phase 1, 2019–2024). In 2024 the city issued a request for proposals…
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