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County partners report broadband build is more than 80% complete, project to reach thousands of homes

Board of County Commissioners of Alachua County · May 12, 2026
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County staff and private partners reported the ARPA‑funded county broadband deployment has reached 3,950 locations (81% of contract) and deployed about 365 miles of fiber; providers said pricing starts at $24.99 for 100 Mbps symmetrical service and projected project completion in Q3 2026.

County officials and their broadband contractor told the Alachua County Commission on May 12 that an ARPA‑funded fiber deployment to unserved and underserved areas is more than 80% complete and ahead of schedule.

Donna Bradbrook of Budget and Fiscal Services introduced the presentation and said the county prioritized a portion of American Rescue Plan funds for high‑speed Internet.…

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