20260319Supplemental Notice Regarding Tribal Notification.pdf

RECEIVED
March 19, 2026
C. Tom Arkoosh, ISB No. 2253 IDAHO PUBLIC
Nicholas J. Erekson, ISB No. 9325 UTILITIES COMMISSION
ARKOOSH LAW OFFICES
913 W. River Street, Suite 450
P.O. Box 2900
Boise, ID 83701
Telephone: [phone]
Facsimile: [phone]
Email: tom.arkooshkarkoosh.com
nick.erekson(a,arkoo sh.com
Admin copy: erin.cecil&arkoosh.com
Attorneys for Ziply Fiber
BEFORE THE IDAHO PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION
IN THE MATTER OF ZIPLY WIRELESS, ) Case No. ZWL-T-24-02
LLC, D/B/A ZIPLY FIBER'S )
APPLICATION FOR DESIGNATION AS ) SUPPLEMENTAL NOTICE
AN ELIGIBLE TELECOMMUNICATIONS ) REGARDING TRIBAL
CARRIER IN THE STATE OF IDAHO TO ) NOTIFICATION
RECEIVE FEDERAL LIFELINE SUPPORT )
COMES NOW Ziply Wireless, LLC, d/b/a Ziply Fiber ("Applicant"), by and through its
counsel of record, C. Tom Arkoosh and Nicholas J. Erekson of Arkoosh Law Offices, and hereby
submits this Supplemental Notice Regarding Tribal Notification.
I. INTRODUCTION
Applicant submits this filing to supplement the record concerning notice to Tribal
authorities in connection with the above-captioned ETC application. Applicant makes this
supplemental filing to address Staff s concern regarding notice to Tribal authorities potentially
affected by the requested statewide ETC designations.
II. SUPPLEMENTAL TRIBAL NOTICE
On or about March 16, 2026, Applicant caused written notice of this application, together
with copies of the application or sufficient docket information to permit review of the filing,to be
provided to the Tribal authorities identified by Applicant as potentially relevant to the requested
ETC designation. The notice advises the recipient Tribal authorities of:
1. the pendency of the above-captioned ETC application before the Commission;
2. the nature of the ETC relief requested;
3. the opportunity to review the application and related filings in the docket; and
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4. the opportunity to submit comments or otherwise contact the Commission or Applicant
regarding the application.
True and correct copies of the notice letters are attached hereto as Exhibit A. The
Declaration of Elizabeth Brayman in Support of Supplemental Notice Regarding Tribal
Notification regarding the date and manner of service of those notices is filed concurrently
herewith.
III. PURPOSE OF SUPPLEMENT
Applicant respectfully submits that this supplemental notice cures any concern regarding
whether all potentially relevant Tribal authorities received direct written notice of the application.
The supplemental notice is intended to provide and document that any Tribal authority wishing to
comment has a fair opportunity to do so before final Commission action.
IV. REQUEST FOR COMMISSION CONSIDERATION
Applicant respectfully requests that the Commission:
1. accept this Supplemental Notice Regarding Tribal Notification into the record in
these proceedings;
2. accept the attached Tribal notice materials as part of the record supporting the
application; and
3. proceed to consider the ETC application once the Commission is satisfied that
Tribal authorities have had a reasonable opportunity to review and respond to the
notice provided.
Applicant remains willing to provide any additional information the Commission or Staff
may request.
DATED this 19th day of March 2026.
ARKOOSH LAW OFFICES
Nicholas J. grekson
Attorneys for Ziply Fiber
SUPPLEMENTAL NOTICE REGARDING TRIBAL NOTIFICATION—Page 2

CERTIFICATE OF MAILING
I HEREBY CERTIFY that on the 19th day of March 2026, I served a true and correct copy
of the foregoing document(s) upon the following person(s), in the manner indicated:
Commission Secretary U.S. Mail, Postage Prepaid
Idaho Public Utilities Commission Overnight Courier
11331 W. Chinden Blvd., Building 8, Hand Delivered
Suite 201-A(83714) Via Facsimile
P.O. Box 83720 X_ Email:
Boise, ID 83720-0074 secretga( ,puc.idaho.gov
Adam Triplett U.S. Mail, Postage Prepaid
Deputy Attorney General Overnight Courier
Idaho Public Utilities Commission Hand Delivered
11331 W. Chinden Blvd., Building 8, Via Facsimile
Suite 201-A(83714) X_ Email:
P.O. Box 83720 adam.triplettkpuc.idaho.gov
Boise, ID 83720-0074
Nicholas J. Erekson
SUPPLEMENTAL NOTICE REGARDING TRIBAL NOTIFICATION—Page 3

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Ziply Wireless, LLC dba Ziply Fiber
135 Lake Street South, Suite 155
Kirkland, WA 98033
March 11, 2026
Mr. Chief Allen, Chair
Coeur d'Alene Tribe
PO Box 408
Plummer, ID 83851
Honorable Chair Allen:
Ziply Wireless, LLC dba Ziply Fiber("Ziply Fiber") hereby notifies the Coeur d'Alene Tribe (the "Tribe")
that Ziply Fiber has filed an application with the Idaho Public Utilities Commission (IPUC)for designation
as an Eligible Telecommunications Carrier(ETC) in the State of Idaho. Ziply Wireless is a Competitive
Local Exchange Carrier(CLEC) and holds a holds a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity
issued by the Idaho Public Utilities Commission. In the application, filed on November 1, 2024, Ziply
Fiber seeks ETC designation in areas that include portions of the Tribal lands of the Tribe. A copy of the
application is enclosed.
Ziply Fiber regrets that it inadvertently failed to notify the Tribe at the time of the original filing. Ziply Fiber
is providing this notice to ensure that the Tribe is aware of the applications and has an opportunity to
submit comments to the IPUC regarding the application. Comments may be filed in IPUC Docket No.
ZWL-T-2402.
As an ETC, Ziply Fiber's network on tribal lands will be able to provide discounted service under the
Federal Communications Commission's Lifeline program. The Lifeline program provides qualifying
households on Tribal lands with discounts of up to$34.25 per month for local voice and broadband
service. In addition, the Tribal Link Up program provides qualified households up to$100 off initial
installation charges at a customer's primary residence.As we evaluate where Ziply Fiber will invest to
expand its fiber footprint we will keep you informed when and where tribal lands are included.
Besides inviting the Tribe to comment, Ziply Fiber is open to consulting with the Tribe on how its
designation as an ETC and expansion of its network can benefit the Tribe. Please reach out to Ziply
Fiber to schedule a conversation with our Local Partnership Manager/Tribal Liaison, Chris St Germaine
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at 208-400-0602 or chris.stgermaineCcDziply.com or reach out to me directly at(503)431-0458 or
6essica.epleyCcDziply.com . We look forward to building a relationship and learning how Ziply Fiber can be
a partner in offering telecommunications services to the Tribe.
Sincerely,
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Jessica Epley
VP- Regulatory and External Affairs
Zi'y-
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fiber
Ziply Wireless, LLC dba Ziply Fiber
135 Lake Street South, Suite 155
Kirkland, WA 98033
March 11, 2026
Ms. Jennifer Porter, Chairwoman
Kootenai Tribe of Idaho
PO Box 1269
Bonners Ferry, ID 83805
Honorable Chairwoman Porter:
Ziply Wireless, LLC dba Ziply Fiber("Ziply Fiber") hereby notifies the Kootenai Tribe of Idaho (the "Tribe")
that Ziply Fiber has filed an application with the Idaho Public Utilities Commission (IPUC)for designation
as an Eligible Telecommunications Carrier(ETC) in the State of Idaho. Ziply Wireless is a Competitive
Local Exchange Carrier(CLEC) and holds a holds a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity
issued by the Idaho Public Utilities Commission. In the application, filed on November 1, 2024, Ziply
Fiber seeks ETC designation in areas that include portions of the Tribal lands of the Tribe. A copy of the
application is enclosed.
Ziply Fiber regrets that it inadvertently failed to notify the Tribe at the time of the original filing. Ziply Fiber
is providing this notice to ensure that the Tribe is aware of the applications and has an opportunity to
submit comments to the IPUC regarding the application. Comments may be filed in IPUC Docket No.
ZWL-T-2402.
As an ETC, Ziply Fiber's network on tribal lands will be able to provide discounted service under the
Federal Communications Commission's Lifeline program. The Lifeline program provides qualifying
households on Tribal lands with discounts of up to$34.25 per month for local voice and broadband
service. In addition, the Tribal Link Up program provides qualified households up to$100 off initial
installation charges at a customer's primary residence.As we evaluate where Ziply Fiber will invest to
expand its fiber footprint we will keep you informed when and where tribal lands are included.
Besides inviting the Tribe to comment, Ziply Fiber is open to consulting with the Tribe on how its
designation as an ETC and expansion of its network can benefit the Tribe. Please reach out to Ziply
Fiber to schedule a conversation with our Local Partnership Manager/Tribal Liaison, Chris St Germaine
ziplyfiber.com

at 208-400-0602 or chris.stgermaineCcDziply.com or reach out to me directly at(503)431-0458 or
6essica.epleyCcDziply.com . We look forward to building a relationship and learning how Ziply Fiber can be
a partner in offering telecommunications services to the Tribe.
Sincerely,
qq4---
Jessica Epley
VP- Regulatory and External Affairs
Zi'y-
2 ziplyfiber.com fiber

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fiber
Ziply Wireless, LLC dba Ziply Fiber
135 Lake Street South, Suite 155
Kirkland, WA 98033
March 11, 2026
Mr. Shannon Wheeler, Chair
Nez Perce Tribe
PO Box 305
Lapwai, ID 83540
Honorable Chair Wheeler:
Ziply Wireless, LLC dba Ziply Fiber("Ziply Fiber") hereby notifies the Nez Perce Tribe (the "Tribe")that
Ziply Fiber has filed an application with the Idaho Public Utilities Commission (IPUC)for designation as an
Eligible Telecommunications Carrier(ETC) in the State of Idaho. Ziply Wireless is a Competitive Local
Exchange Carrier(CLEC)and holds a holds a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity issued by
the Idaho Public Utilities Commission. In the application, filed on November 1, 2024, Ziply Fiber seeks
ETC designation in areas that include portions of the Tribal lands of the Tribe. A copy of the application is
enclosed.
Ziply Fiber regrets that it inadvertently failed to notify the Tribe at the time of the original filing. Ziply Fiber
is providing this notice to ensure that the Tribe is aware of the applications and has an opportunity to
submit comments to the IPUC regarding the application. Comments may be filed in IPUC Docket No.
ZWL-T-2402.
As an ETC, Ziply Fiber's network on tribal lands will be able to provide discounted service under the
Federal Communications Commission's Lifeline program. The Lifeline program provides qualifying
households on Tribal lands with discounts of up to$34.25 per month for local voice and broadband
service. In addition, the Tribal Link Up program provides qualified households up to$100 off initial
installation charges at a customer's primary residence.As we evaluate where Ziply Fiber will invest to
expand its fiber footprint we will keep you informed when and where tribal lands are included.
Besides inviting the Tribe to comment, Ziply Fiber is open to consulting with the Tribe on how its
designation as an ETC and expansion of its network can benefit the Tribe. Please reach out to Ziply
Fiber to schedule a conversation with our Local Partnership Manager/Tribal Liaison, Chris St Germaine
ziplyfiber.com

at 208-400-0602 or chris.stgermaineCcDziply.com or reach out to me directly at(503)431-0458 or
6essica.epleyCcDziply.com . We look forward to building a relationship and learning how Ziply Fiber can be
a partner in offering telecommunications services to the Tribe.
Sincerely,
qq4---
Jessica Epley
VP- Regulatory and External Affairs
Zi'y-
2 ziplyfiber.com fiber

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fiber
Ziply Wireless, LLC dba Ziply Fiber
135 Lake Street South, Suite 155
Kirkland, WA 98033
March 11, 2026
Ms. Donna Thompson, Chair
Shoshone Bannock Tribes of Fort Hall
1 Pima Drive
Fort Hall, ID 83203
Honorable Chair Thompson:
Ziply Wireless, LLC dba Ziply Fiber("Ziply Fiber") hereby notifies the Shoshone Bannock Tribes of Fort
Hall (the "Tribe")that Ziply Fiber has filed an application with the Idaho Public Utilities Commission (IPUC)
for designation as an Eligible Telecommunications Carrier(ETC) in the State of Idaho. Ziply Wireless is a
Competitive Local Exchange Carrier(CLEC)and holds a holds a Certificate of Public Convenience and
Necessity issued by the Idaho Public Utilities Commission. In the application, filed on November 1, 2024,
Ziply Fiber seeks ETC designation in areas that include portions of the Tribal lands of the Tribe. A copy of
the application is enclosed.
Ziply Fiber regrets that it inadvertently failed to notify the Tribe at the time of the original filing. Ziply Fiber
is providing this notice to ensure that the Tribe is aware of the applications and has an opportunity to
submit comments to the IPUC regarding the application. Comments may be filed in IPUC Docket No.
ZWL-T-2402.
As an ETC, Ziply Fiber's network on tribal lands will be able to provide discounted service under the
Federal Communications Commission's Lifeline program. The Lifeline program provides qualifying
households on Tribal lands with discounts of up to$34.25 per month for local voice and broadband
service. In addition, the Tribal Link Up program provides qualified households up to$100 off initial
installation charges at a customer's primary residence.As we evaluate where Ziply Fiber will invest to
expand its fiber footprint we will keep you informed when and where tribal lands are included.
Besides inviting the Tribe to comment, Ziply Fiber is open to consulting with the Tribe on how its
designation as an ETC and expansion of its network can benefit the Tribe. Please reach out to Ziply
Fiber to schedule a conversation with our Local Partnership Manager/Tribal Liaison, Chris St Germaine
ziplyfiber.com

at 208-400-0602 or chris.stgermaineCcDziply.com or reach out to me directly at(503)431-0458 or
6essica.epleyCcDziply.com . We look forward to building a relationship and learning how Ziply Fiber can be
a partner in offering telecommunications services to the Tribe.
Sincerely,
qq4---
Jessica Epley
VP- Regulatory and External Affairs
Zi'y-
2 ziplyfiber.com fiber

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fiber
Ziply Wireless, LLC dba Ziply Fiber
135 Lake Street South, Suite 155
Kirkland, WA 98033
March 11, 2026
Mr. Brian Mason, Chair
Shoshone Paiute Tribes of the Duck Valley Reservation
1036 ID SH 51
Owyhee, NV, 89832
Honorable Chair Mason:
Ziply Wireless, LLC dba Ziply Fiber("Ziply Fiber") hereby notifies the Paiute Tribes of the Duck Valley
Reservation (the"Tribe")that Ziply Fiber has filed an application with the Idaho Public Utilities
Commission (IPUC)for designation as an Eligible Telecommunications Carrier(ETC) in the State of
Idaho. Ziply Wireless is a Competitive Local Exchange Carrier(CLEC) and holds a holds a Certificate of
Public Convenience and Necessity issued by the Idaho Public Utilities Commission. In the application,
filed on November 1, 2024, Ziply Fiber seeks ETC designation in areas that include portions of the Tribal
lands of the Tribe. A copy of the application is enclosed.
Ziply Fiber regrets that it inadvertently failed to notify the Tribe at the time of the original filing. Ziply Fiber
is providing this notice to ensure that the Tribe is aware of the applications and has an opportunity to
submit comments to the IPUC regarding the application. Comments may be filed in IPUC Docket No.
ZWL-T-2402.
As an ETC, Ziply Fiber's network on tribal lands will be able to provide discounted service under the
Federal Communications Commission's Lifeline program. The Lifeline program provides qualifying
households on Tribal lands with discounts of up to$34.25 per month for local voice and broadband
service. In addition, the Tribal Link Up program provides qualified households up to$100 off initial
installation charges at a customer's primary residence.As we evaluate where Ziply Fiber will invest to
expand its fiber footprint we will keep you informed when and where tribal lands are included.
Besides inviting the Tribe to comment, Ziply Fiber is open to consulting with the Tribe on how its
designation as an ETC and expansion of its network can benefit the Tribe. Please reach out to Ziply
Fiber to schedule a conversation with our Local Partnership Manager/Tribal Liaison, Chris St Germaine
ziplyfiber.com

at 208-400-0602 or chris.stgermaineCcDziply.com or reach out to me directly at(503)431-0458 or
6essica.epleyCcDziply.com . We look forward to building a relationship and learning how Ziply Fiber can be
a partner in offering telecommunications services to the Tribe.
Sincerely,
qq4---
Jessica Epley
VP- Regulatory and External Affairs
Zi'y-
2 ziplyfiber.com fiber

C. Tom Arkoosh, ISB No. 2253
Nicholas J. Erekson,ISB No. 9325
ARKOOSH LAW OFFICES
913 W. River Street, Suite 450
P.O. Box 2900
Boise, ID 83701
Telephone: [phone]
Facsimile: [phone]
Email: tom.arkooshkarkoosh.com
nick.erekson(a,arkoo sh.com
Admin copy: erin.cecil&arkoosh.com
Attorneys for Ziply Fiber
BEFORE THE IDAHO PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION
IN THE MATTER OF ZIPLY WIRELESS, ) Case Nos. ZWL-T-24-02
LLC, D/B/A ZIPLY FIBER'S )
APPLICATION FOR DESIGNATION AS ) DECLARATION OF ELIZABETH
AN ELIGIBLE TELECOMMUNICATIONS ) BRAYMAN IN SUPPORT OF
CARRIER IN THE STATE OF IDAHO TO ) SUPPLEMENTAL NOTICE
RECEIVE FEDERAL LIFELINE SUPPORT ) REGARDING TRIBAL
NOTIFICATION
I , Elizabeth Brayman, declare as follows:
1. 1 am the Regulatory & External Affairs Manager for Ziply Fiber. In that capacity, I am
familiar with the regulatory filings and outreach activities undertaken by Ziply Fiber
Pacific, LLC, and Ziply Wireless, LLC (collectively, "Applicants"), in connection with
their pending Eligible Telecommunications Carrier("ETC") applications before the Idaho
Public Utilities Commission.
2. I submit this declaration in support of Applicants' Supplemental Notice Regarding Tribal
Notification filed in the above-captioned proceeding.
3. On or about March 16, 2026, at my direction, Ziply Fiber provided written notice of the
pending ETC applications in Case Nos. ZFP-T-24-02 and ZWL-T-24-02 to Tribal
authorities within the State of Idaho.
4. The purpose of these notices was to inform the Tribal authorities of:
a. the pendency of the ETC applications before the Idaho Public Utilities
Commission;
b. the nature of the ETC designations requested;
DECLARATION OF ELIZABETH BRAYMAN IN SUPPORT OF SUPPLEMENTAL NOTICE
REGARDING TRIBAL NOTIFICATION—Page 1

c. the availability of the application materials in the Commission's docket; and
d. the opportunity for Tribal authorities to submit comments or otherwise
communicate with the Commission or Applicants regarding the applications.
5. The notices were transmitted to the Coeur d'Alene Tribe, the Kootenai Tribe of Idaho,the
Nez Perce Tribe, the Shoshone Bannock Tribes of Fort Hall, and the Shoshone Paiute
Tribes of the Duck Valley Reservation.
6. The notices were transmitted by U.S. mail to the Tribal government offices and/or
designated Tribal representatives.
7. True and correct copies of the notice letters transmitted to the Tribal authorities are attached
as Exhibit A to Applicants' Supplemental Notice Regarding Tribal Notification.
8. The statements contained in this declaration are based on my personal knowledge and
information available to me in my professional capacity.
9. I declare under penalty of perjury pursuant to the laws of the State of Idaho that the
foregoing is true and correct.
DATED this 19th day of March 2026.
Pr7j\-,--
ID 311G-re
Elizabeth Brayman
DECLARATION OF ELIZABETH BRAYMAN IN SUPPORT OF SUPPLEMENTAL NOTICE
REGARDING TRIBAL NOTIFICATION—Page 2

CERTIFICATE OF MAILING
I HEREBY CERTIFY that on the 19th day of March 2026, I served a true and correct copy
of the foregoing document(s) upon the following person(s), in the manner indicated:
Commission Secretary U.S. Mail, Postage Prepaid
Idaho Public Utilities Commission Overnight Courier
11331 W. Chinden Blvd., Building 8, Hand Delivered
Suite 201-A(83714) Via Facsimile
P.O. Box 83720 X_ Email:
Boise, ID 83720-0074 secretga( ,puc.idaho.gov
Adam Triplett U.S. Mail, Postage Prepaid
Deputy Attorney General Overnight Courier
Idaho Public Utilities Commission Hand Delivered
11331 W. Chinden Blvd., Building 8, Via Facsimile
Suite 201-A(83714) X_ Email:
P.O. Box 83720 adam.triplettkpuc.idaho.gov
Boise, ID 83720-0074
Nicholas J. rekson
DECLARATION OF ELIZABETH BRAYMAN IN SUPPORT OF SUPPLEMENTAL NOTICE
REGARDING TRIBAL NOTIFICATION—Page 3

eSignature Details
Signer ID: TYvenrV87Z3cgG8CezXwRfoA
Signed by: Elizabeth Brayman
Sent to email: [e-mail]
IP Address: 50.35.110.134
Signed at: Mar 19 2026, 2:18 pm MDT