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Waynesville council urges strict oversight of fiber-optic installs after permit filings
Summary
Council members said they want contractors to protect utilities and properly restore streets after permits were filed for fiber-optic installation on Thatcher Hill and Ellis Drive; Chief Copeland will meet the company to set expectations and confirm bonding and insurance.
Chief Gary Copeland told council he had received permits to install fiber optics throughout Thatcher Hill and Ellis Drive and said he has contacted the company (named in the packet as Sigma) to discuss restoration expectations.
Mr. Zack Gallagher pressed for strong oversight, saying fiber-optic subcontractors have in other municipalities damaged utilities and caused costly repairs; Copeland said he would meet with the subcontractor, has a contact number and bonding/insurance information, and plans to reiterate the village's restoration expectations.
Council did not take formal action beyond directing the chief to meet and follow up with the company; the discussion recorded the village’s intent to enforce restoration and insurance/bonding requirements.
Provenance: topic introduced SEG 024; topic finish SEG 026.
