Metronet leads the way in bringing 100% fiber optic internet to Kentwood

KENTWOOD, Mich., May 24, 2023–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Metronet announced today that construction of its ultra high-speed 100% fiber optic network has officially begun in Kentwood. Metronet’s fully funded multi-million dollar investment in the community will provide Metronet’s future-proof fiber-optic Internet access to residents and businesses across the city. Upon completion of Metronet’s state-of-the-art multi-gigabit network, Kentwood will join the country’s Internet elite as a Certified Gigabit City.

Underground work in Kentwood has begun near the intersections of 32nd Street SE, Hampton Downs Drive SE, Breton Road SE and Brook Drive SE. Construction activity will progress rapidly throughout the community with the first customers expected to be connected this summer. As construction progresses across the city, customers can sign up for presales to indicate their interest and prioritize installing the service once it’s available. Those interested in Metronet services can visit metronet.com to be notified as soon as their address is available for installation and pre-sale access.

“We are delighted with Metronet’s thoughtful approach to communicating with residents about their infrastructure rollout project as the company works to bring additional fiber optic services to our community,” said Mayor Stephen Kepley.

“Metronet is ready to bring the power of a very high speed fiber optic network to Kentwood. With a focus on reliability, we look forward to residents and businesses enjoying uninterrupted internet connectivity, enabling effortless connection between households and friends,” said Ben Ruzick, Metronet’s director of government affairs. “We are grateful for the unwavering support of these cities as we take a significant step towards providing an internet experience they will truly love.”

Kentwood residents will begin to see Metronet trucks throughout the area as construction activities expand throughout the community. Residents will be notified by mail about construction activity in their neighborhood 30 days prior to commencement. Additional messages, such as street signs, will also be provided to notify residents when construction is about to begin in their neighborhood. Metronet crews are identified by identification tags and branded Metronet vehicles.

Metronet plans to hire local market management, sales and customer service professionals, and service engineers to support the Kentwood area. Those interested in joining the Metronet team can visit Metronet.com/careers to search for available positions and submit applications.

City officials interested in adding their community to Metronet’s growing list of “Certified Gigabit City Powered by Metronet” can visit metronet.com/gigabit-city or contact Eddie Massengale, Metronet Sr. Director of Business Development & Government Affairs at Eddie.Massengale@Metronet.com or call 423-280-9031.

About Metronet:

Metronet is the nation’s largest independent, 100% fiber optic company headquartered in Evansville, Indiana. The customer-focused company provides state-of-the-art fiber-optic communication services, including high-speed fiber Internet and full-featured fiber telephone. Metronet began in 2005 with a fiber optic network in Greencastle, Indiana. Since then, Metronet and its affiliates have grown to serve and build networks in more than 250 communities in Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Florida, North Carolina, Virginia, Texas, Wisconsin, Missouri, Colorado, New Mexico and Louisiana. Metronet is committed to bringing communities state-of-the-art telecommunications services comparable or superior to those offered in major metropolitan areas. By offering XGS PON technology, Metronet can easily lead its communities into the future of multi-gigabit service. Metronet has been recognized by PC Mag as one of the top 10 fastest ISPs in the North Central US in 2020 and among the top 10 ISPs with the best gaming quality index in 2021. Broadband now recognized Metronet as the top 3 fastest internet providers and fastest fiber providers in the nation in 2020 and the top fastest midsize internet provider in two states in 2020. In 2020, Metronet received the Vectren Energy Safe Digging Partner Award from Vectren. For more information, visit www.Metronet.com.