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Bringing fiber internet to a home or business from the distribution network (e.g., the pole at the end of the driveway) is called a “drop,” and it can be expensive. The good news is that Lamoille FiberNet will pay for a broad range of long drops for future Fidium customers through its expanded Long Drop Program. This program is available in all 10 Lamoille County towns. Applications are due March 31, 2025.

The cost of non-standard or long “drops” can be a barrier to adopting broadband internet service. To help residents and businesses afford to connect to Fidium’s newly constructed fiber services, Lamoille FiberNet Communications Union District is announcing the expansion of its Long Drop Funding Program...

For most of us, having Fidium bring fiber to the premises (the “drop”) is free. However, some sites need extra work before fiber can be installed — this post is about new funding that is available for eligible addresses and what you can do next. Lamoille FiberNet is expanding its Long Drop Program to help Lamoille residents and businesses afford long (non-standard) drops.