Mason PUD 3’s electric assistance programs are very effective in providing a helping hand to customers in need. The Low Income Fiber Discount expands assistance programs to fiber consumers and allows qualifying low income households to see a slight reduction in broadband access costs.
This discount amounts to a $10 per month reduction in wholesale costs to the retail service provider. Participating retailers have made a commitment to not only pass on the discount to the end user but to match it with an additional $10 per month discount. This means, qualifying customers are eligible to receive a $20 discount on their internet bill.
The result of this partnership brings the estimated retail cost of high speed broadband on PUD 3 fiber (1000Mbps down and up) for qualifying low income customers to lower than the published DSL rates in Mason County.
Mason PUD 3 is the first public utility in Washington State to offer assistance programs for fiber access.
Qualifying consumers must meet the program requirements for Low Income Senior Citizens & Disabled Customers (see above). This offering is limited to locations where PUD 3 fiber access is available. The Fiberhood Construction Adder is not eligible for this discount.
PUD 3 has retail service providers that are committed to bridging the digital divide in our community through the PUD's fiber optic network. Contact one of the retailers listed to learn more about their services.
PUD's network is capable of providing a variety of services over a single connection. It's Fast, Simple, and Easy.
High Speed Internet Access
With a connection to the PUD 3 fiber optic network, you can receive the fastest Internet service in Mason County. High speed packages offered by our retail service providers are faster than dial-up, DSL, and cable - your connection is always on. No more dialing or disconnections - DSL and cable can't even come close to matching the symmetrical speed of our fiber optic network connection.
Television Service
Choose from the latest Hollywood blockbusters; settle down to enjoy your favorite network series, sports, documentaries, and more. PUD 3’s high speed fiber optic service delivers a world of entertainment right to your home.
Telephone Service
Your telephone never sounded so good. With fiber optic telephone service from a PUD 3 retail service provider, you can talk on the phone and surf the Internet at the same time. No need for 2 phone lines. Independent retail service providers offer a wide variety of plans, with options ranging from basic service to premium calling features.
PUD 3 recommends you shop around our retail service providers to ensure you’re getting the right service for your home or business.
