Broadband Connectivity Initiatives Update
Explore the latest updates on broadband connectivity initiatives, including NG911 programs, partnerships, funding opportunities, and strategies for connecting unserved and underserved areas. Learn about key players like Tim McKee and Jennifer Greenburg, as well as upcoming grants and projects expected in Fall/Winter 2022. Discover the significance of anchor institutions in driving community support and streamlining network deployment processes.
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NG911 Update NG911 Update Tim McKee NG-911 Program Director tmckee@pfnllc.net
Broadband Broadband Partnerships Partnerships Jennifer Greenburg Government Relations jgreenburg@pfnllc.net
Funding Opportunities MIHI State Grants At least $150 million for last mile grants 35% reserved for middle mile grant program ($87 million) Government buildings/sharing resources Educational opportunities Increase access for manufacturing Economic development tool Fall/Winter 2022 expected NTIA Federal Grants Enabling Middle Mile Infrastructure Grant Program - $1 Billion Broadband Equity and Deployment Program (BEAD) Notice of Funding May 16th
Commonalities Unserved/ Underserved Anchor Institutions Partnerships
Partnerships are not. Own network Operate Network Provide Matching Dollars
Partnerships can also Identify Needs Anchor Institutions Generate Community Support Rights-of-Way Placement Streamline Permit Process Letters of Support Public Agreement to Use Network
Questions? Questions? Jennifer Greenburg Vice President of Government Affairs jgreenburg@pfnllc.net 517-449-2385
