Our customers will be receiving the following email/letter detailing the next steps -
Dear Customer,
We hope this letter finds you well. We are writing to inform you of some critical changes regarding the FCC’s Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), which will affect your internet pricing. Due to a lack of funding, the ACP program is ending. This decision will have various implications, including its impact on your internet bill. As a participant in the ACP program, you have been receiving benefits that have helped reduce your monthly internet expenses. However, with the program ending, there will be changes in your billing structure.
Firstly, it is essential to understand that the ACP benefits will cease, and this will result in an increase in your internet bill. April’s invoice will be the last month in which you receive the full ACP benefit amount. The upcoming May reimbursement may be partial in nature which will be determined by funding available, and after that, you will no longer receive any ACP benefits on your invoices.
We understand that this change may pose financial challenges for some customers. This was not a decision made by MINET. However, we want to assure you that there are options available to mitigate the impact. You may consider enrolling in the Lifeline Program which is run by the Oregon PUC or reach out to us to see how we can assist you. Details about the Lifeline Program can be found at, https://www.oregon.gov/puc/Pages/Discounted-Service.aspx
We understand that this transition may raise questions or concerns, and we are here to assist you throughout the process. Please do not hesitate to reach out to our customer service team if you require further information or assistance.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation during this period of change. We appreciate your continued trust in us as your internet service provider.
Sincerely,
MINET Management
MINET would like to remind everybody that we provide FREE WiFi in parks. Stay connected while enjoying some of Monmouth and Independence’s nature spaces.
Parks equipped with WiFi:
· Gentle Woods Park
· Henry Hill Park
· Madrona Park
· Main Steet Park
· MINET
· Monmouth Senior Center
· Pioneer Park
To connect:
· Look for the network called "MINET Free Wifi"
· Connect
· Accept the terms & conditions
· Enjoy your free internet service from MINET
Friday, December 18th, 2023
Friday, December 8th, 2023
Oregon Commission adjusted the RSPF (Residential Service Protection Fund) surcharge rate from $0.03 to $0.08, effective Monday, January 1, 2024 The RSPF ensures that all Oregonians have access to adequate and affordable telephone service.
The 2023 Oregon Legislature passed House Bill 2757, which included the addition of a 988 Coordinated Crisis Services Tax to the existing Oregon Emergency Communications (911) Tax.
The 988 tax rate will be 40 cents per subscriber line of telecommunications or device with access to the 988 suicide prevention and behavioral health crisis system, and 40 cents for each prepaid wireless service or product retail transaction. These are the same transactions subject to the existing 911 Emergency Communications Tax. This tax rate will be effective for all billings or purchase of prepaid wireless service beginning January 1, 2024.
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
MINET will be closed on Thursday the 23rd and Friday the 24th. The office will be back to normal hours next week.
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
Oregon has the following Connected Communities, small towns and communities with high speed fiber internet connectivity.
Independence Oregon -
https://livability.com/or/independence/connected-communities/independence-or-fiber/
Monmouth Oregon -
https://livability.com/or/monmouth/connected-communities/monmouth-or-fiber/
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Monmouth-Independence Network Board of Directors - 5:00 pm. The public is invited to attend at Monmouth Public Works, 401 N Hogan Rd, Monmouth, Oregon or virtually. For agenda and virtual link details: https://www.minetfiber.com/news
We are thrilled to announce the official launch of the NEW MINET Fiber website. After months of dedication, hard work, and creative collaboration, we're proud to present a space that is set to assist in all of your customer support needs.
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