Attract New Business
Lower property taxes and encourage business growth with the best technology infrastructure.
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The ProblemMcHenry County does not have real competition and coverage when it comes to our
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How It Works
We build a community fiber optic network of our own to provide Internet access to business and communities within McHenry County that is affordable, long lasting, and provides for modernization of our common infrastructure.
Secure
Community owned and managed without interference from outside influence
Profitabile
We invest in our county instead of sending money to a corporation. Keeps costs low.
Hi-Speed
We control the fiber to ensure reliable, high speed connections we expect and need
Results
Leading edge fiber technology that will last replaces out-dated technology like cable or DSL
Did You Know?
Fiber is the only solution with the capacity to handle advanced smart grid applications long-term.
Sustainable Fiber
Building a community-owned fiber network is a multi-generational infrastructure investment, like a park, university, or river walk project. It builds lasting value for our families.
Built for the future
Bandwidth needs are growing at an exponential pace; other technologies (wireless (4G, 5G, etc), DSL, etc.) cannot keep up. New network electronics will continue to increase capacity.
Exponential pace
Fiber is capable of tremendous bandwidth; nearly unlimited.
Unlimited bandwidth
Fiber creates local jobs by encouraging businesses to move in to the area and by encouraging people to work from home
Increase jobs
Studies have shown that fiber networks increase home values by as much as 3.1%
Increase property values
Over 190 communities have constructed fiber networks in recent years
