Brightspeed is a PUCO-regulated utility company and is properly permitted to conduct work within the public right-of-way. The public right-of-way varies throughout Howland Township and may work in conjunction with a utility easement, if applicable. Brightspeed has also obtained the proper excavation permit(s) from the Howland Department of Public Works after providing the required documentation, which includes a detailed scope of practice, utility marking procedures, and post-work cleanup obligations. Below, you find some additional information about the project, along with information provided by Brightspeed.
- There is an estimated total of 29 miles of conduit and fiber being installed in Howland Township.
- Approximately 85% of the 100% underground work is completed.
- Approximately 25% of the 100% aboveground work is completed
- Utility marking with flags occurs roughly 48 – 72 hours before each individual location is excavated, and flags remain until that project location is complete. Additionally, Brightspeed and its contractors will remove them upon completion.
- The overall targeted completion of the project may be as soon as September.
- Basic dirt and lawn repair are the responsibility of Brightspeed and/or its sub-contractors.
Upon completion, it is estimated that up to 7,000 homes in Howland Township will be provided with fiber optic access.
Concerns and questions can be directed to:
Brightspeed at 216-606-1370 or email at CNS-Brightspeed-Ohio@congruex.com
Howland Township will be conducting a Scrap Tire Drop-Off for Howland Township Residents only. Residents may drop-off a maximum of 8 passenger tires only, with no rims at the Public Works Department located at 3600 North River Road between 8 am to 2 pm on the following dates (Monday-Friday):
June 3 - June 7
June 10 - June 14
October 7 - October 11
If you have any questions you may call (330) 856-4037.
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The Howland Township Trustees announce that Alexander Pest Control (330-856-4770) has been contracted to spray for mosquitoes in Howland Township starting from Dusk to 5am on the following dates (Monday & Tuesday) May 6 & May 7 In case of rain, the spraying will take place the following evening. Resident are encouraged to close their windows, keep pets indoors and not to leave any food outdoors during the spraying. |
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