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Falmouth seeks 100% fiber coverage as three ISPs show interest; permitting is an early hurdle

Town of Falmouth Select Board · March 13, 2026
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Summary

The Municipal Light Board is working with three Internet service providers to expand fiber coverage in Falmouth, where officials estimate about 15% of residents lack high‑speed fiber; town staff are coordinating permitting with Public Works and weighing overhead vs. underground installation models.

Town Manager Mike Renshaw updated viewers on ongoing Municipal Light Board efforts to attract Internet service providers to extend fiber across Falmouth.

Renshaw said three ISPs have expressed interest and that the board’s goals are twofold: increased competition to improve rates and,…

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