Surfnet’s 2024 Year in Review: A Banner Year for Rural Connectivity!

Wow, 2024 was a game-changer for Surfnet Communications! It’s been a whirlwind year of achievements, innovation, and impactful partnerships, all aimed at one goal: keeping our communities connected. Let’s dive into some of our top moments that made this past year one for the books.

Boosting Wireless Internet: Stronger Towers, Better Service

Wireless internet remains the go-to connection for most of our customers, and we’ve been hard at work ensuring it’s more reliable than ever. Our tech team rolled out significant improvements to our broadcast towers, including a critical upgrade: battery backup infrastructure. These batteries keep the signals flowing even during power outages, so you’re not left in the digital dark. Whether it’s catching up on your favorite shows or staying in touch during emergencies, our wireless service has your back.

Laying the Groundwork for Fiber: Construction Begins

Drumroll, please! Fiber construction officially kicked off in the Santa Cruz Mountains this year. Picture this: ultra-fast, future-proof internet coming to your doorstep. Our contractor crews have been busy laying fiber cables, paving the way for customers to enjoy next-level connectivity. Curious about the progress? Check out our latest fiber update for all the juicy details!

Partnerships That Pack a Punch

Teamwork makes the dream work, and 2024 proved just that. Surfnet deepened its collaboration with the California Broadband Alliance, an organization whose mission aligns perfectly with ours: bringing high-speed internet to rural communities. Thanks to these efforts, we secured millions in grant funding to expand our fiber infrastructure.

But that’s not all! We also lent our voice to the State of the Region meeting hosted by the Monterey Bay Economic Partnership. Sharing innovative solutions and advocating for equitable internet access, we’re proud to champion the cause for better connectivity in our region.

Celebrating 26 Years of Surfnet

Since 1998, Surfnet has been the go-to provider for rural and remote communities, weathering storms, wildfires, and even snow to keep you connected. This year’s milestones underscore our unwavering commitment to being a fast, reliable, and local internet company that you can count on.

What’s Next? Hello, 2025!

As we look ahead, our mission remains clear: to continue building a robust fiber network while delivering steady wireless service. With your support, we’re ready to make 2025 another year of groundbreaking progress. Cheers to staying connected, come what may!