City of Pharr

Citywide FiberOptic Broadband Network

Fiber to the Home was a city-wide municipal broadband fiber network project covering 300 linear miles and 25,000 homes with symmetrical 1 Gbps service and futureproofed to 10 Gbps capability.

Broadband for Everyone

Support Through Every Mile

Brownstone managed the delivery of a transformative municipal broadband network that expanded high-speed internet access city-wide. The project brought reliable, future-ready connectivity to thousands of homes, supporting digital equity, economic growth, and educational access. Designed for long-term scalability, the infrastructure strengthens community resilience.

Project Info

Setting a New Standard in Connectivity

Brownstone delivered an ambitious municipal broadband project. We transformed digital access, reduced infrastructure timelines, and earned national recognition for innovation.

Outcome

This project achieved record-setting deployment speeds and earned multiple national and international awards. With a strong Net Promoter Score and high user adoption, it now serves as a model for other cities nationwide.

Budget

Initially scoped for a smaller footprint, the budget expanded to accommodate industrial zones and a redundant loop. Strategic planning and efficient execution helped the city maximize value across a broader service area.

Schedule

Infrastructure was installed in record time, six months ahead of the original estimate. Despite owner-driven scope increases, the project stayed on course and finished within a tightly-managed schedule.

Innovation

Brownstone’s leadership helped pioneer a scalable fiber network with up to 10 Gbps capability. The solution delivers free symmetrical service to local students, driving digital equity and positioning the city as a national benchmark in smart infrastructure.

End-to-End Services

We Work For You

Brownstone Consultants offers our clients a wide array of services, all tailored to the specific client’s vision.

  • Project Planning
  • Design Implementation
  • Procurement and Bidding
  • Project Start-Up
  • Construction Monitoring
  • Project Close-Out
  • Solutions Management
  • Project Documentation / Controls
  • Feasability Studies
  • Strategic Planning