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Council previewed nonexclusive Loomis Fiber franchise to expand broadband options
Summary
Administrator Jim Cliff briefed council on Ordinance 2025‑29 to grant a nonexclusive franchise to Loomis Fiber of South Carolina, allowing an additional company to provide fiber services in North Augusta; council had no recorded objections at the study session.
City Administrator Jim Cliff presented Ordinance 2025‑29 (second reading), a proposal to grant Loomis Fiber of South Carolina a nonexclusive franchise agreement to deploy fiber infrastructure and provide service to residents. Cliff said the intent is to encourage competition and increase options for citizens; the company would need to work in existing easements and comply with local requirements. Council heard no substantive objections during the study session; the ordinance is set for second reading on the council agenda.
