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County IT director: broadband rollout has passed 2,400 homes; easement and agricultural access cause minor delays
Summary
The county’s IT director reported progress on a broadband project — more than 203 miles of fiber installed and over 2,400 homes able to order service — while noting some zone delays tied to easement access and agricultural constraints.
David Sadler, director of information technology for Caroline County, presented the broadband advisory update and a map showing phased service openings across multiple construction zones.
Sadler told the board that 203 miles of fiber have been completed and that “well over 2,400 homes now have service available to them.” He outlined specific zones (referenced in the presentation as DCV/GCV areas) that are now open for sale or estimated to open in August–October 2026 and described construction delays tied to property-access and agricultural field restrictions during planting season.
Sadler provided a phone contact for residents who want to place service orders and advised that residents check the county broadband web page for updates. He urged residents in shaded construction zones to expect heavy field work and to submit questions through the county portal.
What this means: The county-wide fiber project is delivering service to thousands of homes, but some rural areas will see phased rollouts as staff resolve easement and seasonal-access constraints.
