City of Fort Bragg Municipal Broadband Utility Project

Summary

The City of Fort Bragg is developing a municipal broadband utility to provide affordable and reliable high-speed fiber-optic infrastructure. The project has faced budget uncertainties and cost overruns, but staff has identified a clear path forward and seeks City Council authorization to move project funds to construction activities. The project aims to connect Fort Bragg to regional, national, and global networks, support online education and telehealth, and enable remote work. Despite challenges, the City is making progress on the project, which is expected to be completed by March 2026.

Details

Subject

City of Fort Bragg Municipal Broadband Utility Project

Summary

The City of Fort Bragg is developing a municipal broadband utility to provide affordable and reliable high-speed fiber-optic infrastructure. The project has faced budget uncertainties and cost overruns, but staff has identified a clear path forward and seeks City Council authorization to move project funds to construction activities. The project aims to connect Fort Bragg to regional, national, and global networks, support online education and telehealth, and enable remote work. Despite challenges, the City is making progress on the project, which is expected to be completed by March 2026.

Report Date

2026-01-26

Report Type

staff

Report Title

Receive Report on City of Fort Bragg Municipal Broadband Utility Project, Provide Direction to Staff, and Consider Approving City Council Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Execute Contract Change Order No. 2 with HP Communications, Inc

Authoring Body

Economic Development Department

Reporting Period

2024-2028