By Bugle Staff
A new communications company is heading to town bringing new fiber infrastructure for its customers, promising to speed up internet speeds and increase quality video streaming.
The Romeoville village board recently approved a local franchise agreement with MetroNet. The contract includes fiber communication services and installation of necessary equipment.
“We are excited about the partnership with MetroNet. Expanding infrastructure and providing additional options for our residents and businesses is crucial. Many companies rely on enhanced services for their business operations,” said Mayor John Noak.
According to the company, through MetroNet’s fiber infrastructure, residential consumers will have access to internet speeds of up to 1 Gbps, interactive fiber TV service with incredible picture quality, and reliable feature-rich fiber phone service, all at affordable rates.
MetroNet also plans to offer a full suite of business communications services ranging from a scalable HPBX phone solution for small and medium businesses to customized network services tailored to the specific needs of larger customers.
Drawn to Romeoville for its growing market and forward focus on technology, MetroNet said it is excited about its move into Romeoville.
“One of the primary factors in our evaluation process is strong local leadership,” stated John Cinelli, President of MetroNet. “The enthusiasm for this project from village officials really elevated Romeoville in our minds. Having a fiber infrastructure in a community will help stimulate local businesses, enhance the quality of life for residents, and position the community for the future by providing a key-differentiating factor for its economic development and growth initiatives.”
The company explains that because of the capacity of its 100 percent fiber network, broadband enabled services like telecommuting, distance learning and telemedicine will be possible.
The Romeoville market will also be one of a handful of communities nationwide with the distinction of being a “Gigabit” community opening the door for economic development opportunities.
Romeoville residents can call 1-844-675-9558 or by visiting their website at www.metronetinc.com to check when the MetroNet network build out reaches their neighborhood.