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Fiber construction update week of 11/27/2023
The Shentel VATI team will be under construction in the following areas in Franklin County:
- Webb Mountain Rd
- Edwardsville Rd, Hardy Rd and Nineveh Ln
- Whispering Heights Dr, Setzer Way and Moorman Rd
- Deepwoods Rd, Eton Rd and Thacker Ln
- Tolley Rd, Hardy Rd, Barrett Rd and Robertson Ridge Ln
- Primrose Rd
- Old Ferrum Rd
- Old Forge Rd
For construction-related damages and complaints, contact Shentel at 866-997-6474.
About the Authority
The Franklin County Broadband Authority was created on November 21, 2017.
Resolution Adopting the Franklin County Broadband Authority (PDF)
Agendas & Minutes
Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.
Broadband Expansion In The News
Media reports about broadband advancing in Franklin County
- Faster, more reliable internet coming to Franklin County | Jul 22, 2020 | WSLS NBC 10
- Broadband project advances in Franklin County | Jul 21, 2020 | WDBJ CBS 7
- Franklin County to approve $4.6M broadband project | Jul 21, 2020 | WFXR FOX 27
- Franklin County Broadband contract signed means construction can begin | Jul 21, 2020 | WFXR FOX 27
- Broadband access to provide internet service to 20,000 new people in Franklin County | Jul 21, 2020 | WSET ABC 13
- Franklin County OKs plans to expand broadband service in rural areas | Jul 21, 2020 | Roanoke Times
- Franklin County broadband development continues to move
forward | Jul 20, 2020 | Smith Mountain Eagle
- Next phase of broadband expansion in Franklin County | Mar 31, 2021 | Laker Weekly
- Broadband coverage expanded in Franklin County courtesy of new grant funding, enhanced partnerships | Jan 18, 2022 | WFXR FOX 27
- Franklin County approves broadband expansion projects to deliver faster internet | Jul 19, 2022 | WDBJ CBS 7
- Franklin County working toward broadband access for more residents | Jul 19, 2022 | WSLS NBC 7
- $17.7M grant will bring broadband to unserved Franklin County areas | Jul 20, 2022 | WSET ABC 13
- Two new Franklin County broadband projects to move forward | Jul 20, 2022 | The Franklin News-Post
- Franklin County makes progress on providing internet access to homes in rural areas | Oct 25, 2023 | WDBJ CBS 7
Current Broadband Documents and Links
- The West Piedmont Planning District Commission has released a Combined Notice of Finding of no Significant Impact and Intent to Request Release of Funds related to a regional broadband project providing for the installation of fiber-optic broadband utilities in portions of Franklin, Henry, and Patrick counties, VA. Read the entire notice regarding the regional broadband project.
- Shentel PPEA contract (PDF)
- Approved PPEA (PDF) contract with Blue Ridge Towers and Briscnet
- Legal Notice (PDF) to receive public comment on PPEA conceptual proposals and proposed comprehensive agreements for a system to provide fixed wireless broadband services and fiber extensions
- COVID-19 Broadband Resources (PDF)
- Internet Providers Announce Policies for Coronavirus (PDF)
- Shentel is offering new programs and incentives during the Coronavirus pandemic to help people access the internet. Shentel is working hard to be flexible and help people stay connected. Please access thislinkfor more information.
- Approved VATI application (PDF) - For more information, DHCD website
- Potential Coverage Area Maps (PDF) for proposed Franklin County fixed wireless system - Phase 1. Please contact Briscnet to inquire about this fixed wireless service for your home or business. @(Model.BulletStyle == CivicPlus.Entities.Modules.Layout.Enums.BulletStyle.Decimal ? "ol" : "ul")>
More Broadband Documents
- Shentel VATI Projects Update Presentation August 2023 (PDF)
- RiverStreet Networks VATI Project Update Presentation August 2023 (PDF)
- Broadband Assessment and Plan - August 2019 (PDF)
- Center for Innovative Technology Presentation - July 2017 (PPT)
- Guidelines and Policies of the Franklin County Broadband Authority (PDF)
- Public-Private Education Facilities and Infrastructure Act Guidelines for Broadband Authority (PDF)
- PRESS RELEASE Revised- Broadband 4.1.20
- PRESS RELEASE- Franklin County Broadband 7.19.22
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Steve Sandy
Assistant County AdministratorPhone: 540-483-3030
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Madherleyn Torres
Board of Supervisors ClerkPhone: 540-483-3030