At Fiber Connect 2025, UTOPIA Fiber and Bountiful City, Utah announced the early completion of a citywide open access fiber network to serve over 16,500 addresses. Initially planned for a 36-month build, the project was done in nearly 24 months, showcasing the effectiveness of the partnership and community involvement. Driven by unfulfilled promises from incumbent providers, Bountiful City proactively decided to create its own broadband network and strengthen local digital infrastructure, setting a new standard for community-owned broadband initiatives across the United States.
Finishing this project almost a year early is no small feat. It speaks to the commitment of the Bountiful community, the efficiency of our construction contractor, and the strength of the partnership between UTOPIA and the city.
Bountiful took a bold step to own their future. They didn't wait around for promises; they acted. And now they're setting the gold standard for community-owned broadband nationwide.
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