Patrick County - Board of Supervisors Meeting - September 28, 2026

The Patrick County Board of Supervisors held a meeting on September 28, 2026, which included a significant update on the county's broadband infrastructure project. Representatives from Appalachian Power Company and Zaitel, a local fiber provider, presented progress reports on fiber optic construction and installation efforts funded by American Rescue Plan grants. Appalachian Power detailed completed pole replacements and fiber installations, with key project milestones targeted for substantial completion by the end of 2027 to avoid losing $32 million in federal funding. Zaitel outlined their construction strategy, emphasizing phased customer activation and in-house crews to meet tight deadlines. The board set a public hearing for October 19, 2026, to consider subdivision ordinance modifications. Public comments highlighted community concerns about past delays and the importance of transparent progress reporting. No new contracts or budget allocations were directly discussed, but the meeting focused heavily on the ongoing broadband infrastructure project and its procurement-related timelines and vendor coordination.