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Hutto council to consider fiber ordinance update Hutto City Council is eyeing potential ordinance changes to rein in fiber-optic construction in the area. Two-minute impact City officials have fielded concerns from residents about the installation of fiber lines in the city. Mayor Mike Snyder said Oct. 19 he’s received complaints and photos of damage caused by tunneling for fiber lines. He also noted community sidewalks and driveways have been uprooted. The specifics Director of Public Works Rick Coronado men- tioned a common complaint received was related to the vetting process and licensing requirements for the fiber companies. Fiber companies are required to obtain a
Officials allocate capital project dollars Williamson County Commissioners Court selected $16.2 million in capital improve- ment projects to bolster communications and facilities in fiscal year 2023-24. Projects officials identified include:
“Going forward we definitely need to strengthen our [fiber] ordinances on this.” AMBERLEY KOLAR, PLACE 6 COUNCIL MEMBER
right-of-way permit and coordinate a pre-con- struction meeting with city officials to review excavation plans. The city does not require contractors to hold a license. Another concern raised by council members is the absence of penalties for fiber companies not in compliance with city requirements. Stay tuned City staff plan to develop educational material for residents regarding what to know when fiber companies come to install fiber near their property. Council will hear recommendations for specific ordinance regulations at a Nov. 16 meeting.
$5.2M Tracy Chambers Lane extension $4.5M Backup 911 center $3M New radio tower for public safety $1.5M Carlson Cove Tower maintenance for emergency communications $1.5M Williamson County Fleet Services building expansion $457,425 Taylor Tax Office remodel
SOURCE: WILLIAMSON COUNTY/COMMUNITY IMPACT
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