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Commissioners unanimously approve $344,519.94 READI-funded fiber RFP from Mainstream

Blackford County Board of Commissioners · September 2, 2025
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Summary

The board accepted an RFP from Mainstream to extend fiber optic service to broadband towers at a cost of $344,519.94 to be funded by a READI grant; the motion passed 3–0.

BCEDC Director Warren Brown presented an RFP from Mainstream for fiber optic connections to broadband towers, with a contract cost of $344,519.94 to be paid by a READI grant. Commissioner Dan Borgenheimer moved to accept the RFP; the board approved the motion unanimously.

The meeting minutes state the project cost and funding source but do not include contract terms or a schedule. Warren Brown presented the RFP as part of the county's broadband expansion plan; the board's unanimous approval authorizes BCEDC and staff to proceed with the vendor selection and READI-funded implementation steps.