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Kinetic (Windstream) outlines fiber installation in Greene; company to cover boring damages
Summary
Mark Cross of Kinetic (Windstream) told the council the company plans to install fiber via resi-boring (about 18–24 inches), will install both underground fiber and some overhead lines, and said Kinetic will accept responsibility for damages; project timing estimated three months lead time plus about one month to complete work locally.
Mark Cross of Kinetic (Windstream) briefed the Greene City Council on May 11 about a planned fiber installation in town.
Cross said Kinetic intends to use a "resi-boring" method with bores approximately 18–24 inches deep to reduce surface disruption. The project will include both underground fiber and some overhead lines. When the mayor asked about responsibility for property damage, Cross said Kinetic would be responsible for any damage caused while boring in city right-of-way or on private property.
Cross estimated the company is about three months out on scheduling projects like this and that actual completion of the Greene portion would take about one month. No franchise agreements, permits or exact construction dates were finalized at the meeting; Cross’s presentation was informational and next steps will include permitting and coordination with city staff.
Council did not vote on any construction authorization at the May 11 session.
