PVT is dedicated to expanding fiber optic infrastructure across the cooperative. As part of this endeavor, you may observe contractors clearing land located on Otero County Electric right of ways on behalf of PVT Fiber projects. This proactive clearing is crucial for preventing wildfires and maintaining a safe environment. In addition to vegetation management, [...]
In a significant step toward bridging the digital divide, Peñasco Valley Telephone Cooperative, Inc. (PVT) has been awarded two crucial cost share grants from the NM Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE) to expand high-speed fiber internet access to underserved rural areas. The grants, totaling over $6.1 million with PVT's matching component, will [...]
Artesia, NM - Peñasco Valley Telephone Cooperative, Inc. (PVT) will build more than a dozen miles of fiber to 41 rural locations with a $486,000 NM Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE) Connect New Mexico Pilot Program Grant. Awarded on September 7, it will be combined with a $162,000 capital contribution from PVT, [...]
Artesia, NM - Peñasco Valley Telephone Cooperative, Inc. (PVT) will build more than 240 miles of fiber to 604 rural locations with a $13.9 million USDA ReConnect Grant. Awarded on April 3, it will be combined with a $4.6 million capital contribution from PVT, bringing the total value of the project to $18.5 million. [...]
Recent action in Washington to repeal rules proposed by the FCC last year regarding the protection of consumers’ information online has caused some concern that personal information from Peñasco Valley Telephone Cooperative members will now be shared or sold. These concerns are understandable, but unfounded. The truth is our customers are no less protected [...]
If you want lower rates on broadband Internet service, please help PVT by signing this petition that advocates for the rights of rural Americans like you to have access to affordable broadband. The petition is directed at the FCC and Congress, and addresses the FCC’s Transformation Order that has negatively impacted PVT and other [...]
