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Harriman reports first fiber connections, billing changes and project updates; officials flag riverfront redevelopment talks with EPA
Summary
City utility and managers reported that downtown fiber service is live with test customers, a redesigned multi-page utility bill will begin Nov. 1, and officials will meet EPA on riverfront/paper-mill site plans; sinkhole and Quick Trip retaining-wall work also reported.
HARRIMAN, Tenn. — City utility leaders told the council Oct. 7 that Harriman’s downtown fiber zone is operational and several homes and businesses have been connected as test customers.
The utility representative said the early customers will receive free service in exchange for feedback while staff resolve any initial issues; the first paid bills are expected to be issued Nov. 30. The speaker also described a new multi-page utility bill that will debut Nov. 1 and said the billing changes will provide more detail on usage and differentiate utility charges from fuel costs.
Officials also reported ongoing infrastructure work: a large sinkhole behind a former doctor's office remains under repair,…
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