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Harrison County approves economic development agreement with Etechs Communication LLC to expand fiber in northwest county

Harrison County Commissioners Court · October 21, 2024
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Summary

The commissioners court on Aug. 13 approved an economic development agreement with Etechs Communication LLC to construct and install broadband fiber in the county's northwest corner, aiming to expand the company's network. The motion passed 5-0.

Harrison County Commissioners Court approved an economic development agreement Aug. 13 with Etechs Communication LLC to expand broadband fiber in the county’s northwest corner.

Court members reviewed the agreement, describing it as a county-supported expansion of Etechs’ broadband fiber network in the northwest part of the county. The motion to approve the agreement carried unanimously.

Why it matters: County leaders said the project will extend fiber infrastructure and support local broadband access in the northwest corner of Harrison County, a recurring local priority. The court provided no dollar amount in this meeting’s discussion; the agreement text was placed on the record for court consideration.

Next steps: Staff will coordinate with Etechs on implementation and return any required follow-up items or contract renewals to the court.