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Board accepts $102,081.60 E‑Rate award for broadband; local match $25,520.40 approved
Summary
The board approved acceptance of $102,081.60 in Schools and Libraries (E‑Rate) Category 1 funding for broadband services and a dark fiber lease, with a required local match of $25,520.40 to come from existing telecommunication or utilities funds.
The Warren County School Board voted to accept a Schools and Libraries (E‑Rate) Category 1 award totaling $102,081.60 and to use $25,520.40 in local funds toward broadband services and a dark fiber lease from Shenandoah Cable Television LLC.
A district representative explained that Warren County Public Schools qualifies for an 80% discount on eligible Category 1 services this funding year (up from 70% last year), leaving the district responsible for the remaining 20% local match. "That's up from 70% last year, so that's a positive note," the presenter said, explaining the program covers Internet connections and data transmission services.
The board approved a motion to accept the USAC award, authorize use of local funds from telecommunication or utilities budgets for the $25,520.40 match, and to proceed with the purchase and dark‑fiber lease as presented. The motion was seconded and carried by voice vote.
What it means: the district will move forward with broadband services and a dark fiber lease under the E‑Rate funding rules; procurement and contract execution will follow district purchasing rules.
