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County updates broadband planning as state and federal grant rounds remain uncertain
Summary
Calaveras County staff updated the board on broadband progress including Golden State Connect Authority design work, Volcano plans on Highway 26, CalTel activity and federal/state funding rounds; the U.S. Department of Commerce canceled the Digital Equity grant in California, staff said.
Calaveras County staff on May 13 briefed the Board of Supervisors on broadband planning, infrastructure projects and grant opportunities, saying several funding streams remain competitive and some program guidance is still in flux.
Economic and Community Development Director Kathy Gallino and Information Technology Director Lehi de Groot reported on recent and ongoing work: Golden State Connect Authority (GSCA) completed local technical design work under the LADA grant (final payment received), Volcano Broadband is…
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