Walbert County Board endorses broadband expansion grant application

Walworth County's Executive Committee made significant strides towards enhancing broadband access during their special meeting on February 11, 2025. The committee unanimously approved a resolution endorsing an application for federal funding aimed at expanding internet services in the region. This initiative, supported by Frontier Communications and Bertram Communications, seeks to secure funding through the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program.

The meeting, chaired by Sue Pruthing, began with the approval of the agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting. Following a brief public comment period, the committee moved swiftly into new business, where the broadband resolution was introduced. After deliberation, the committee voted in favor of sending the resolution to the county board for further consideration.

In addition to the broadband initiative, the committee confirmed the appointment of Justin Reynolds as the new Director of Information Technology. This appointment is expected to bolster the county's technological capabilities, aligning with the ongoing efforts to improve digital infrastructure.

The meeting concluded with the scheduling of the next session for February 17, 2025, where further discussions on these initiatives will continue. The decisions made during this meeting are poised to have a lasting impact on the community, particularly in enhancing connectivity and access to essential services.