2.3.
| CC Work Session |
| Meeting Date: | 06/09/2026 |
| Primary Strategic Plan Initiative: | Not Applicable |
Information
Title:
Review of Existing and Proposed Fiber Optic Service Providers within the City of Ramsey
Purpose/Background:
Purpose:
The purpose of this case is to review information on the number of fiber optic system services already in use within the City of Ramsey, and to provide an update on the status of Gateway Fiber’s 2026 fiber optic buildout project in the southeast corner of Ramsey. A secondary purpose is to further discuss whether City Council is interested in exploring the franchise agreement process. City Attorney Johnson will present information on the options available based on additional research of what other communities are doing.
Background:
In 2024, staff first became aware that fiber optic service lines were being installed by Comcast and Lumen in various areas of the city. At that time, staff began compiling data on the numbers and locations of existing fiber optic service lines. As of mid-May, 2026, it is staff’s understanding that over 1,700 residences and 37 businesses are receiving fiber optic service from Comcast and Lumen across the city. Staff will present additional information during work session, including known locations of properties currently being served by fiber optic within the city.
Regarding the status of Gateway Fiber’s 2026 fiber optic buildout project in the southeast corner of Ramsey, staff is currently reviewing the first two (2) permit applications while working with Gateway Fiber to confirm they will conform to the construction requirements for new fiber optic buildout projects within the city as reviewed and approved by consensus by the City Council during their March 24, 2026, work session.
Attached is a copy of the current construction requirements for new fiber optic buildout projects within the City of Ramsey, which has been modified only slightly following the City Council’s consensus approval.
The purpose of this case is to review information on the number of fiber optic system services already in use within the City of Ramsey, and to provide an update on the status of Gateway Fiber’s 2026 fiber optic buildout project in the southeast corner of Ramsey. A secondary purpose is to further discuss whether City Council is interested in exploring the franchise agreement process. City Attorney Johnson will present information on the options available based on additional research of what other communities are doing.
Background:
In 2024, staff first became aware that fiber optic service lines were being installed by Comcast and Lumen in various areas of the city. At that time, staff began compiling data on the numbers and locations of existing fiber optic service lines. As of mid-May, 2026, it is staff’s understanding that over 1,700 residences and 37 businesses are receiving fiber optic service from Comcast and Lumen across the city. Staff will present additional information during work session, including known locations of properties currently being served by fiber optic within the city.
Regarding the status of Gateway Fiber’s 2026 fiber optic buildout project in the southeast corner of Ramsey, staff is currently reviewing the first two (2) permit applications while working with Gateway Fiber to confirm they will conform to the construction requirements for new fiber optic buildout projects within the city as reviewed and approved by consensus by the City Council during their March 24, 2026, work session.
Attached is a copy of the current construction requirements for new fiber optic buildout projects within the City of Ramsey, which has been modified only slightly following the City Council’s consensus approval.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends continued review and approval of right-of-way permit applications for Gateway Fiber’s proposed 2026 fiber optic buildout project as long as Gateway Fiber continues to conform to the city’s construction requirements.
Outcome/Action:
No action required at this time.
Attachments
Form Review
| Inbox | Reviewed By | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Brian Hagen | Brian Hagen | 06/04/2026 02:14 PM |
- Form Started By:
- Bruce Westby
- Started On:
- 06/04/2026 12:35 PM
- Final Approval Date:
- 06/04/2026