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Fiber-to-the-Home Council and Telecommunications Industry Association Release Updated ``U.S. Optical Fiber Communities'' List

Posted on: Wednesday, 20 October 2004, 17:00 CDT

List Shows a 70% Increase in Lit Fiber-Optic Communities since May

The Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) Council and the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) announced today an updated list of "U.S. Optical Fiber Communities," with the total rising to 217 communities in 37 states. Prepared by Render, Vanderslice & Associates and TeleChoice, the list tracks communities nationwide that are delivering broadband services to customers through FTTH solutions.

Eighty-nine communities representing a cross-section of America were added to the list - an increase of 70 percent since the last update in May - including Mission Trails in Loma Linda, Calif.; Cinderberry Estates in Seaford, Del.; The Settlements in Victor, Idaho; Columbus, Kan.; Johnson County, Ky.; Shelbysport, Md.; Tryon, N.C.; Lima, Ohio; Douglas County, Ore.; Ridge Point in Rockhill, S.C.; and Keller, Texas.

Five states made their first appearance on the U.S. Optical Fiber Communities list since its inception in 2002: Delaware, Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina and West Virginia.

"The significant increase in lit communities since the list was updated less than six months ago demonstrates the real traction FTTH continues to gain in the United States," said Mike DiMauro, FTTH Council president. "Communities are recognizing that the life-enhancing applications and opportunities enabled by fiber to the home make it a critical infrastructure need for its citizens."

The list shows that FTTH deployments continue to be driven by municipalities, competitive local exchange carriers (CLECs) and new residential developments.

"Communities across the country are realizing the power of broadband communications networks," said Matthew J. Flanigan, TIA president. "Not content to wait for upgrades from the local telephone or cable companies, they are laying their own fiber and building their own communications infrastructure. These 'smart' communities enable their residents and businesses to become much more productive and innovative, thereby improving the quality of their citizens' lives."

The FTTH communities list is available at http://www.ftthcouncil.org/dbfiles/techexchange/OptFiberCommunList10-2 0-04--FINAL.pdf (Due to its length, this URL may need to be copied/pasted into your Internet browser's address field. Remove the extra space if one exists.) and http://www.tiaonline.org/media/press_releases/uploads/OptFiberCommun List10-13-04.DOC (Due to its length, this URL may need to be copied/pasted into your Internet browser's address field. Remove the extra space if one exists.)

About the Fiber-to-the-Home Council

The Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) Council is a non-profit organization established in 2001 to educate the public on the opportunities and benefits of fiber-to-the-home solutions. FTTH Council members represent all areas of broadband industries, including telecommunications, computing, networking, system integration, engineering, and content-provider companies, as well as traditional telecommunications service providers, utilities and municipalities. Communities and organizations interested in exploring FTTH options can find information on the FTTH Council Web site at http://www.ftthcouncil.org or by e-mailing info@ftthcouncil.org.

About the Telecommunications Industry Association

The Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) is the leading trade organization serving the communications and IT industry, with proven strengths in standards development, domestic and international public policy, and trade shows. Through its worldwide activities, TIA facilitates business development opportunities and a competitive market environment. The association provides a forum for its member companies, the manufacturers and suppliers of products and services used in global communications. TIA represents the communications sector of the Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA). Visit us at http://www.tiaonline.org.

Source: Business Wire

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