There have been many questions regarding Verizon FIOS TV services in Norfolk, especially after Verizon installed their FIOS cable in our community. City of Norfolk officials and Verizon were contacted in an attempt to obtain the facts on Verizon FIOS TV in Norfolk. The following facts were provided:
City of Norfolk Officials: “Verizon does not have a franchise to provide any service beyond telephone and more specifically they do not now nor have they ever applied to provide service for television type service. The City of Norfolk has met with Verizon and told them that we would encourage them to make an application to provide such services. The City even provided them with a draft franchise agreement. The City contacts them on a regular basis and continues to engage them. Verizon continues to tell the City Administration that it does not want to provide cable or other television services in the City of Norfolk.”
Verizon: Verizon basically endorsed the information provided by City of Norfolk officials by stating: “Verizon does not nor do they have plans to pursue providing FIOS TV services in Norfolk.” Then Verizon stated, if you desire, we’ll contact you if our position on FIOS TV in Norfolk changes.
Bay Breeze Point HOA Potential Direction: Verizon continues to send out marketing letters addressing their competitive rates for bundled services including FIOS TV to our members. This misinformation along with the installation of FIOS cable in our community appears to totally mislead our members on Verizon’s plans. If you’re concerned, please let Verizon know — maybe Verizon will reconsider its actions if enough inquiries are made.