This $1,033,774 Economic Development Administration Project Grant funds the development of a fiber ring broadband strategy and business plan for Northern Santa Barbara County, California. The plan will analyze the market and route options to connect 12 cities in the region to middle-mile broadband infrastructure. It will also develop governance and operational recommendations for a fiber ring network to address the area's key economic development opportunities in recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. The plan is expected to bolster job creation, private investment, and economic resiliency throughout the region. This award was made on June 28, 2022 through the Department of Commerce's $1.03M Economic Adjustment Assistance program (CFDA 11.307), with completion scheduled for December 28, 2023. The awardee is the Santa Ynez Band of Mission Indians.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $444.8k | 6/28/22 |