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County updates: Astound reports progress on multi‑project fiber builds; gaps remain uphill and in Tahoe areas
Summary
Astound and county IT updated supervisors on a multi‑project broadband expansion across Placer County, reporting several completed projects with subscriber penetration varying from about 10% to 50%, ongoing construction in Newcastle and North Auburn, and a large Foothills grant‑funded project targeting Applegate/Cape Horn/Magra set for 2026 completion. Board members urged continued focus on equity for uphill and Tahoe communities.
Astound Broadband and Placer County IT briefed supervisors Aug. 19 on progress in bringing fiber‑to‑the‑home service to unserved and underserved areas. Presenters summarized completed projects (Penryn, Christian Valley, parts of Sheridan), ongoing construction in Newcastle and North Auburn, and a large Foothills…
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