Google to pay Louisville millions to restore roads

Google Fiber will pay $3.8 million to Louisville Metro Government to restore roads and other public rights-of-way affected by its exit from the market. Louisville Metro Government and Google Fiber agreed to the payments to fulfill the company’s obligations under its franchise agreement and local regulations, which require restoration of rights-of-way should a service provider end service in Louisville, according to a news release. Google Fiber announced in February that it would leave the Louisville market, saying it had "encountered challenges that have been disruptive to residents and caused service issues for our customers." The service ends today, April 15, at 11:59 p.m. The payments will be made over 20 months and will cover the costs for removing fiber cables and sealant from roads, milling and paving activities, and removal of above-ground infrastructure. Read More...