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1. Who is OneSouce Communications?

OneSource Communications is the leading local provider of blazing-fast internet, flagship cable TV, and reliable telephone services in the Dallas-Fort Worth, TX metroplex since 1998. OneSource owns an extensive fiber optic network with offices conveniently located right in Keller. 

2. Has OneSource Communications been around for long?

OneSource Communications launched in April 1998. However, in 2020, they were bought out by the leading telecom investment company Ubiquity Management. Ubiquity invests in, develops and manages digital communications infrastructure throughout the United States. Ubiquity partners with ISPs, wireless carriers, utilities, and municipalities to deliver connectivity and sustainability solutions in underserved communities. Ubiquity’s mission focuses on providing customer choice and spurring competition, both essential components of empowering communities for the future.

The following are the companies that are part of the Ubiquity Management Family which are helping to build the communications infrastructure for the future:

Netly designs, builds, and operates city-wide, open-access fiber optic systems to radically upgrade the internet infrastructure in select markets across the United States. Netly is a developer that builds “ready-for-light” fiber networks for any and all service providers. As a wholesaler, Netly focuses on building a best-in-class system to meet all communications needs for the next 50 years. Using a city-wide design, Netly constructs once and shares cost savings amongst all users.

OneSource Communications has been a leading provider of telephone, cable TV & Internet services since 1998. Located in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro, OneSource owns an extensive fiber optic network and associated network equipment that enables a variety of services to business and residential customers.

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3. Who is Ubiquity Management and why did they invest in OneSource Communications?

Ubiquity Management’s , LP, which invests in critical communications infrastructure throughout the United States, has completed the acquisition of Millennium Telcom, LLC d/b/a OneSource Communications (“OneSource”), a provider of fiber-fed broadband services in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro, from Tri-County Electric Cooperative (“Tri-County”).

Ubiquity Management has invested substantially in OneSource and its 300-mile+ fiber network in DFW, which is one of the fastest growing markets in the United States.

OneSource is a telecommunications services company providing internet, phone and cable TV services to residential and business customers. OneSource’s fiber network is within 1,000 feet of approximately 72,000 homes and businesses, and with 6,100 existing customers, the company is positioned for significant growth.

“In OneSource we found an opportunity to acquire an existing fiber-based platform from which we can grow aggressively in a geography that is quickly becoming urbanized,” said Jamie Earp, Managing Partner of Ubiquity. “Continuing the relationship between OneSource and Tri-County was of additional strategic value to Ubiquity, and we look forward to finding ways to grow the OneSource network in Tri-County’s territory and beyond. The pace of development and the influx of residential and business customers in and around the OneSource footprint is tremendous and we are excited for the future of the company.”

Ubiquity has hired industry veteran Ken Carter to lead OneSource, bringing over two decades of communications operations and strategic leadership roles to the company. “OneSource aims to provide an enhanced customer experience and superior product set in one of the fastest growing markets in the United States. We have a lot to do, but I look forward to the challenges and opportunities it will bring as I help steer the business to expand our footprint, deliver new services, and with total focus on a mutual benefits for the customer, the community, and our investors,” said Carter.

Ubiquity’s ownership of OneSource will provide a platform to invest significant capital going forward via new fiber development and asset acquisition opportunities. The growing residential and business population within the service territory is expected to provide both organic and expansion growth catalysts. In addition, strategic partnerships with utilities, developers and non-competitive fiber providers is expected to provide effective and efficient deployment of new fiber-based connectivity across the market.

“Acquiring companies like OneSource where we can identify areas with low fiber penetration, take advantage of local market dynamics and extract value is core to our strategy,” said Ajay Ghanekar, Managing Partner of Ubiquity. “The increasing population density along the existing fiber backbone provides a massive opportunity to better connect communities across North Texas.”

Arvest Bank provided a $15 million senior secured credit facility, to help fund the acquisition and for general corporate purposes, with the ability to increase to $30 million subject to bank approval.

CC Capital Advisors served as the exclusive financial advisor and Husch Blackwell LLP served as legal advisor to TCEC and OneSource, while Thompson Hine LLP served as legal advisor to Ubiquity. Financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.

About Ubiquity

Ubiquity is a private infrastructure investment firm that seeks to invest, develop and manage critical communications infrastructure throughout the United States. Ubiquity partners with wireless carriers, technology companies, broadband providers, developers and municipalities to deliver infrastructure solutions. Ubiquity’s mission is to build communications infrastructure to empower communities for the future and create value for investors in the digital age. For more information, please visit  https://ubiquitygp.com/.

About OneSource Communications

OneSource Communications has been a leading provider of telephone, cable TV & Internet services since 1998. OneSource owns an extensive fiber optic network and associated network equipment that enables a variety of services to business and residential customers. For more information, please visit  https://www.1scom.com/.

About Tri-County Electric Cooperative

Tri-County Electric Cooperative is a not-for-profit electric cooperative created to serve its member-owners. Tri-County is one of 64 distribution electric cooperatives in Texas and one of more than 960 electric cooperatives across the nation. The service territory includes 16 counties, more than 9,100 miles of distribution line, over 91,000 member-owners and over 116,500 meters in North Texas. For more information, please visit  https://www.tcectexas.com/.

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4. If we sign up on the website are we OBLIGATED to commit to service?

OneSource Communications does NOT obligate you to use them as your internet provider if you sign up on their Pre-Registration Website! 

5. Will OneSource be installing their fiber service in other areas of Trophy Club that are not marked on the map?

OneSource Communications currently has approval for installation of their fiber cable in the areas illustrated on the map represented below in Trophy Club. OneSource is always looking to expand their service and would like to have the entire Town of Trophy Club covered by their service in the future. At this time, they will be starting with first five phases represented on the map and hopefully adding more after that.

6. Is OneSource Communications a good internet provider?

OneSource Communications  has been around since 1998, providing service in the DFW area. However, as of 2020, they are under NEW OWNERSHIP via Ubiquity Management. Ubiquity invests, develops and manages digital communications infrastructure throughout the United States. Ubiquity partners with ISPs, wireless carriers, utilities, and municipalities to deliver connectivity and sustainability solutions in underserved communities. 

Ubiquity Management’s mission focuses on providing customer choice and spurring competition, both essential components of empowering communities for the future. Ubiquity's desire through OneSource Communications is to be the premier fiber optic cable provider in the DFW.

7. If my yard is distrubed or destroyed by OneSource during installation, will they repair the damage?

OneSource Communications will 100% absolutely repair any damage or disruption that may occur to your property during the installation of their fiber cable to your neighborhood. They work with a list a certified contractors to ensure residents' properties are respected and kept in tact. 

8. Where can I find more information about the project?

OneSource Communications attended the December 13, 2021, Town Council Meeting and presented to the Mayor and Council Members an overview of the project. Below you will find the information from that Town Council Meeting. 

- Town Council Agenda Packet

- OneSource Communications Presentation

- Town Council Meeting Recording

9. This construction is starting the week before the Super Bowl. What is the risk that our current Spectrum service will be disrupted and I'll miss the Super Bowl broadcast?

Highly unlikely.  The new fiber going in will not intersect with your current cable providers feed. If you have further questions about this specific subject, please feel free to visit the OneSource website at www.1source.com and utilize their LIVE CHAT function! In addition, our contact with OneSource Communications is happy to provide further clarification on this subject if needed, you can contact him at [email protected].

10. We live where there are no sidewalks. The utility easement is between our property and the golf course. Where will the fiber construction take place?

This will have to be determined during the site survey for the particular property. OneSource does support directional drilling so it's possible there will just be a long directions run to navigate to the property, if there is an air route which is supported that might be an option. OneSource will be able to determine for sure once the survey is completed on the specific property. If you have further questions about this specific subject, please feel free to visit the OneSource website at www.1source.com and utilize their LIVE CHAT function! In addition, our contact with OneSource Communications is happy to provide further clarification on this subject if needed, you can contact him at [email protected].

11. I noticed that where our home is located is not included in your plan’s service area (?) Can you tell me why that is?

The map today is what currently allows OneSource the most expedient manner of accesses into the areas of TC based on the location of their existing network.  As OneSource continues to expand their network in and around TC they will role out additional coverage areas from that organic growth. 

If you have further questions about this specific subject, please feel free to visit the OneSource website at www.1source.com and utilize their LIVE CHAT function! In addition, our contact with OneSource Communications is happy to provide further clarification on this subject if needed, you can contact him at [email protected].