Archtop Fiber in Kingston, New York, a leading regional provider of multigig, lightning speed fiber internet and phone service across the Northeast, is set to break ground in Sullivan County. Fueled by New York State’s ConnectALL Municipal Infrastructure Program administered by Empire State Development, which aims to expand broadband infrastructure throughout New York state, Sullivan County was awarded a substantial $29.9 million of the collective $240 million+ statewide funding announced to date.
Governor Kathy Hochul said at the press conference June 12, “Today marks a historic turning point for Sullivan County — we’re finally bridging the gap that has held back too many communities for far too long. This publicly owned infrastructure isn’t just about faster internet — it’s about opening doors to better health care, education and economic opportunities that access to high-speed internet brings to the table. No New Yorker should be left behind simply because of where they live, and this project ensures that rural communities have the same access to opportunity as anywhere else in our state.”
Empire State Development President, CEO and Commissioner Hope Knight said, “The Municipal Infrastructure Program highlights New York state’s commitment to innovative, equitable broadband solutions. By prioritizing public ownership, we ensure broadband connectivity is universally accessible, affordable and sustainable. This investment will make a tangible difference in the daily lives of Sullivan County residents – helping students succeed in school, supporting small businesses and expanding access to telehealth and other vital services.”
Through this initiative, Archtop Fiber will deploy 220+ miles of fiber – nearly 100% of which will be buried, underground backbone, and/or middle mile construction. Once fully implemented, the company will service more than 22,000 Sullivan County addresses by providing 10GB of symmetrical Internet.
The power of connectivity will grant residents access to the creator economy’s full potential, in turn fueling long-term benefits and economic growth for the region. With fiber optics in place, the area will be poised to attract new businesses as well as remote, work-
from-home talent, which will further promote an economic boost.
“Archtop Fiber is proud to bring the fastest fiber internet on the market to Sullivan County,” said Jeff DeMond, chairman and CEO. “It’s partnerships like this that make a significant impact in local communities. We are committed to helping businesses grow, governments connect and make homes frustration-free all while making the American dream much more achievable through access to the creator economy.”
“This partnership represents the culmination of many years of work and vision by county staff and partners,” said Sullivan County Manager Joshua A. Potosek.
Last month, Archtop Fiber announced securing nearly $200 million in funding to support its aggressive expansion plan throughout the Northeast, targeting rural and unserved communities. The company’s service is currently available across Kingston, Saugerties, Rhinebeck, Hudson, Warwick and Woodstock in New York and Vernon, New Jersey, with plans to light up even more markets, including Catskill, Red Hook and Tivoli in New York, and Pittsfield, Massachusetts in The Berkshires.
Customer installations in Sullivan County are expected to begin later this year with full implementation planned for end of 2026.
As part of its expansion, Archtop Fiber will be actively adding local jobs across new markets for both the development and ongoing customer support phases. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply for available roles by visiting archtopfiber.com/careers.
Sullivan County is partnering with Archtop Fiber to serve over 22,000 homes and businesses, leveraging the County’s existing towers and Archtop’s capabilities in fiber optic construction. Sullivan County will own the infrastructure, while Archtop Fiber and Hudson Valley Wireless will serve as internet service providers. The county will build 253 miles of fiber and one new communication tower, in addition to 11 towers it already owns, extending broadband service to unserved and underserved locations. Sullivan County faces unique challenges due to its rural, mountainous terrain, low population density and status, as the most distressed of the seven counties represented by the Hudson Valley Regional Council that have long deterred broadband deployment in the county. This initiative reverses that trend for many of the unserved homes in the county and creates new opportunities in health, education and economic well-being.
