i3 Broadband to Expand Fiber-Optic Network in Illinois
i3 Broadband today announced it will start construction in multiple neighborhoods to continue its multi-year, multi-million dollar investment in extending the company’s fiber network throughout Champaign-Urbana, Illinois.
“We are extremely excited to provide residents and businesses of Champaign-Urbana with access to the latest fiber optic technology and services that typically are reserved for much larger communities,” said Grier Raclin, president and chief executive officer of i3 Broadband. “Our Gigabit service vastly surpasses other providers’ services. Whether you have one or many devices, i3 Broadband can serve all your needs and provide the convenience and enjoyment of a reliable and simply superior Internet experience.”
As part of the project, i3 Broadband is working with the Urbana-Champaign Big Broadband (UC2B) not-for-profit board to extend true fiber connectivity to homes and businesses. This network expansion extends the initial UC2B fiber backbone buildout in 2010-2013 that was supported by $26 million in federal and state grants, and in-kind contributions from the cities of Champaign and Urbana, and the University of Illinois. To support the fiber network expansion, i3 Broadband plans to hire local technicians and other positions later this year.
“High speed Internet is essential infrastructure for our community,” said City of Urbana Mayor Diane Marlin. “We are very pleased that i3 Broadband will expand installation of their network in Urbana this week and look forward to the day when all neighborhoods have the connectivity required to support today’s business and educational needs.”
i3 Broadband will break ground on construction immediately, weather permitting.
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