This EDA investment supports albemarle commission with developing customized broadband implementation plans for each of the ten counties of northeastern north carolina, to assist local leaders and…

The Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration awarded $587,527 under the Economic Adjustment Assistance program to the Albemarle Commission to develop customized broadband implementation plans for each of the ten counties in Northeastern North Carolina. The project will assist local leaders and broadband providers in determining the best approaches to serve more businesses and residents in the region by expanding internet access and connectivity. Once completed, the customized plans will help fill gaps in broadband availability across the ten-county Albemarle region and connect historically underserved populations to digital resources and opportunities. The award was issued on March 23, 2022 to support the Albemarle Commission in delivering this technical assistance and planning project to expand broadband infrastructure and adoption.

This EDA investment supports albemarle commission with developing customized broadband implementation plans for each of the ten counties of northeastern north carolina, to assist local leaders and broadband providers in determining the best way to serve more businesses and residents in the region. The project will help each county make important internet connections available to link residents of the region, including students, senior citizens, and businesses, to adequate internet, which will successfully connect the entire albemarle region. Once completed, the project will fill gaps in the ten-county region where broadband is currently unavailable and connect historically underserved populations throughout the area to the digital ways of life.