Kent approves 20-year municipal network agreement; SeaTac unanimously approves fiber franchise as company expands local hiring

HOUSTON, Nov. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ezee Fiber announced two major milestones in its expansion across Washington's Puget Sound region: a 20-year agreement to build a municipal fiber network for the city of Kent and unanimous approval of a franchise agreement by the SeaTac City Council to bring high-speed fiber internet service to residents and businesses.

The agreements advance Ezee Fiber's investment in Washington, where the company is expanding its 100% fiber-optic network to serve residential, business and government customers.

Kent approves long-term municipal fiber agreement

The Kent City Council authorized a 20-year agreement with Ezee Fiber to construct and operate a dark fiber network connecting 12 city facilities. Approved Sept. 15, the agreement will strengthen municipal communications, improve network reliability and support public safety and other essential services.

The new infrastructure will replace Kent's reliance on the existing Kent iNet system, which is scheduled to end when the city's Comcast franchise agreement expires in 2029.

Under the agreement, Ezee Fiber will construct dedicated routes based on priorities established by city staff, allowing critical facilities to receive upgraded connectivity first. Dark fiber is optical fiber infrastructure that a customer can activate using its own network equipment, providing greater control over capacity, security and future expansion.

The agreement has a maximum cost of $3.88 million over 20 years, with costs beginning as individual fiber segments are activated.

"A strong fiber network helps keep Kent ready for what's ahead and gives families the option of high-speed internet at home," said Kent Mayor Dana Ralph. "That connection matters every day: Students rely on it for schoolwork, and many households rely on internet for their work and daily activities. I'm glad families have this option because stronger connectivity benefits our whole community. This agreement also strengthens the city's network so we can better serve residents, support emergency response and keep pace with how Kent lives and works."

Construction planning is underway, with phased network activation expected to continue through 2027.

SeaTac unanimously approves Ezee Fiber franchise agreement

In a separate action, the SeaTac City Council voted 7-0 to approve a franchise agreement with Ezee Fiber, clearing the way for the company to begin developing its fiber-optic network in the city.

The approval allows Ezee Fiber to advance plans to offer residents and businesses high-speed internet over a 100% fiber-optic network. The network is designed to deliver symmetrical upload and download speeds, enhanced reliability and capacity for remote work, education, telehealth, entertainment and business applications.

"We are grateful to the SeaTac City Council for its unanimous support and thoughtful consideration of this agreement," said Eddie Abreu, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Ezee Fiber's Pacific Northwest region. "This approval represents an important step toward delivering the connectivity that families, businesses, students and remote workers need to thrive in today's digital economy."

Ezee Fiber will announce construction schedules, neighborhood deployment plans and anticipated service availability as engineering and construction planning progress.

Continued investment and job growth in the Puget Sound region

The Kent and SeaTac agreements reflect Ezee Fiber's broader commitment to expanding high-speed fiber connectivity and creating jobs throughout the Pacific Northwest.

Ezee Fiber is actively building fiber networks in 25 cities across the greater Puget Sound region. The company established its regional headquarters in Kent in 2025 and continues to expand its local workforce, adding roles in sales, field operations, technical support, construction, administration and other areas as its business grows.

The investment and hiring come as other major U.S. telecommunications companies announce workforce reductions, including large-scale layoffs across the industry.

"While much of the telecommunications industry is focused on restructuring and reducing costs, Ezee Fiber continues to invest in new infrastructure, create jobs and expand service to more communities," Abreu said. "Our growing presence in Kent reflects our confidence in the region and our commitment to building a business that will serve Washington residents and employers for decades."

"We're building more than a fiber network. We're building a local organization with the people, expertise and resources to deliver reliable service and support our customers as we continue to grow," Abreu said.

For more information about Ezee Fiber and service availability, visit www.ezeefiber.com.

About Ezee Fiber

Ezee Fiber is a rapidly growing fiber internet company delivering premium multi-gigabit service to residential, business and government customers over a 100% fiber-optic network at exceptional value. The company's carrier-grade infrastructure spans Texas, New Mexico, Illinois, Oregon, Michigan and Washington, supported by local teams who live and work in the communities they serve. Ezee Fiber's industry-leading speeds, award-winning customer service and transparent pricing model set the company apart. Learn more at www.ezeefiber.com.

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