Phase 2 of Village-Wide Fiber Network Construction to Begin Soon
Monee Village Board Meeting | Feb. 11, 2026
Article Summary: Construction on the second phase of the village’s high-speed fiber internet network is scheduled to begin in late February or early March.
Public Works Key Points:
-
Expansion Area: The new phase will service residents and businesses located on the west side of Interstate 57.
-
Permits Secured: Pavlov Media has received the necessary permits to begin the infrastructure work.
-
Winter Maintenance: The Public Works Department has used approximately 350 tons of road salt this season.
The Monee Village Board on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, received an update on the expansion of high-speed internet infrastructure within the village.
Trustee Doug Horne, reporting for Public Works, announced that Pavlov Media has applied for and received permits to commence construction on Phase 2 of the village-wide fiber network. This phase is designed to provide high-speed internet service to residents and businesses located on the west side of Interstate 57.
“Construction is expected to begin late February or early March,” Horne said.
Horne also provided an update on winter road maintenance. The Department of Public Works recently took delivery of 400 tons of road salt to replenish supplies. Horne noted that the current winter season has been colder and snowier than recent years, resulting in the usage of approximately 350 tons of salt to date.
The village has 320 tons remaining on its seasonal allocation and anticipates having a reserve to store for next winter.
Latest News Stories
IDOT Plans to Invest Over $1.3 Billion in Will County Roads Through 2031
Monee Dissolves TIF District 3, Transfers $1 Million Surplus
Committee Advances 50% Increase in Mental Health Levy on 4-3 Vote
Will County Poised to Launch Major Mental Health Initiative Based on Joliet Program’s Success
Looming State Energy Bill Threatens to Further Limit County Control Over Solar and Wind Projects
Controversial Immigrant Rights Resolution Postponed by Will County Board After Heated Debate
Will County’s Gas-to-Energy Plant Reports Nearly $460,000 Net Loss Amid Operational Setbacks
Will County to Draft First-Ever Policy on Artificial Intelligence Use
Will County Sees 50% Drop in Opioid Deaths, But Alarming Rise in Suicides
Will County Board Backs Effort to Rename ‘Stigmatizing’ Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal
Access Will County Dial-a-Ride on Track for Full County-Wide Service in 2026
Divided Will County Board Authorizes Condemnation for 143rd Street Widening