by Michael Robinson | Uvalde Hesperian
Top Photo: Bill Sweeney and Debra Crawford with Lyte Fiber presents PowerPoint presentation to Uvalde City Council.
02-14-25
Debra Crawford and Bill Sweeney of Lyte Fiber spoke to the Uvalde City Council on Tuesday, February 11th the high-speed internet firm would be coming to Uvalde to offer area customers a tiered flat rate internet service option to residents and businesses.
Crawford said the company primarily serves rural, underserved communities.
Crawford spoke to the City Council first stating the company will start the permitting process soon with the goal of offering services to 5500 homes in Uvalde.
She also said that the company would be surveying then laying fiber and be utilizing drones to map the areas where the work will be done. It was also said the company has acquired all the needed licenses to fly the drones and will abide by Federal Aviation Administration requirements including filing a flight plan with the FAA.
The company hopes to start providing service in the 3rd quarter of 2025.
It was also stated Lyte Fiber just launched an ISP (Internet Services Provider) in Baytown.
The company will install services in areas of 200-400 homes working toward providing services to the entire Uvalde area. Areas that will be equipped first will be advertised by signs posted at intersections in those areas and the company homes to further advertise its availability with door hangers.
“We want to be a good communicator with the city and the community as a whole,” Crawford said.
Uvalde City Councilman Chip King said, “So you are an internet service provider
According to information found on the Lyte Fiber’s website, it states:
“Fiber internet is a high-speed broadband technology that uses pulses of light to transmit data over ultra-thin strands of glass, also known as fiber-optic cables. Amazingly, fiber strands are as thin as human hairs! Fiber technology ensures a faster and more reliable internet connection compared to traditional services like cable, DSL, satellite or fixed wireless. This enables seamless video streaming, lag-free gaming, and quick downloads—all without interruptions!”
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