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Utility Locate Reimbursement Agreement Between Hernando County Water and Sewer District and Tillman FiberCo Florida, LLC, for Locate Services for Fiber Installation
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BRIEF OVERVIEW
Tillman FiberCo Florida, LLC (Tillman) has commenced with a buildout of a fiber network to establish fiber-to-the-premises services on an open access basis in Hernando County. This rapid deployment and construction of its fiber optic network to establish fiber services in Hernando County will pose certain challenges to Hernando County Utilities’ (HCUD’s) resources and its obligation to provide locate services within the statutory guidelines.
To provide timely utility locates and prevent water and sewer main damage from fiber installations, the County has negotiated an agreement with Tillman to utilize a contractor to assist with the locates. In this agreement, Tillman will reimburse the County for the costs of services performed by HCUD’s contractor involving locate tickets submitted by Tillman.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
No financial impact at this time.
LEGAL NOTE
The Board has the authority to act on this matter pursuant to Chapter 125, Florida Statutes.
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RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Board, on behalf of Hernando County Water and Sewer District, approve and authorize the Chairman’s signature on the attached Utility Locate Reimbursement Agreement with Tillman FiberCo Florida, LLC.