Alpena County approves five‑year backup internet agreement with Peninsula Fiber Network

IT Director Logan Kemp told the Grants & Contracts Committee that switching the county’s backup internet service provider from Spectrum to Peninsula Fiber Network (PFN) would improve reliability for 9‑1‑1 lines and reduce costs.

Commissioner Lucille Bray moved to approve a five‑year PFN service agreement; Commissioner John Kozlowski supported the motion. Roll call votes were recorded as AYES: Bray, Kozlowski and Chair Dan Ludlow; NAYS: none. The committee recommended approval of the five‑year contract as presented.

Why it matters: Having a reliable backup internet path is important for continuity of county operations and for public‑safety systems that depend on network availability. The five‑year term creates a medium‑term commitment expected to lower ongoing costs for the county.

What’s next: Staff will finalize and execute the PFN service agreement and proceed with any required technical cutovers or vendor onboarding.