Experience

Fiber Optic Feasibility for Aransas County, TX

Rural Population

Aransas County experienced a communications blackout during Hurricane Harvey as a result of downed telephone poles and broken aerial cables. The County realized that communication was critical in successfully and quickly beginning recovery operations. Establishment of an improved communications ability like a “fiber optic loop system” became part of the adopted Long-Term Recovery Plan. With an additional need to address digital divide issues, it was determined that a Fiber Optic Loop Feasibility Study was needed. The study was developed by CobbFendley, a professional engineering firm, and Pioneer Partners. The report was completed in summer of 2021.

Services: Citizen Engagement, Stakeholder Engagement, Technology Impact Analysis