High speed fiber internet is coming to Cottage Grove, courtesy of Gateway Fiber. The three-year rollout foresees anticipated service areas across north Cottage Grove, as well as on the east side west of Keats. Gateway Fiber offers up to 2,000 Megabytes per second as well as symmetrical download and upload speeds for quicker file transfer. The firm also serves Maple Grove and several other Twin Cities communities, offering home internet, business, and streaming TV.
As for questions related to construction, residents can contact Gateway Fiber directly at 888-201-4339. Construction on the high-speed internet will begin in phases in 2025 and continue through at least 2027, with crews active in neighborhoods across the city. Directional drilling will be used to minimize disruption, with Gateway restoring impacted areas after installation is complete. Crews may also need to access utility easements on private property, typically in front or back yards. Trenchless methods will be used where possible. Gateway will send mailers, door hangers, and electronic notices during construction. Any issues with installation can be submitted to Gateway via its website. Readers can find more at www.gatewayfiber.com, an additional option alongside existing providers. Exact availability for Gateway may vary depending on construction timelines and neighborhood access.
City related questions related to construction may be directed to Crystal Raleigh at 651-458-2856 or via email at craleigh@cottagegrovemn.gov.