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Post Election Broadband Redux

on Thu Nov 7, 2024

Now that the election has been settled, many in the broadband space are wondering what, if anything, will change with the incoming Trump administration.

Of course no one has a crystal ball, but there are a number of telecommunication policy developments we will be tracking, which include numerous fronts where there will likely be changes.

What those changes will be exactly will only become apparent sometime next year.

BEAD and DEA

The BEAD (Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment) program and Digital Equity Act (DEA) programs are at the center of the universe in the national effort to ensure everyone has high-speed access to the Internet.

However, in the run-up to the election, GOP leaders were highly critical of the BEAD program, saying it was taking too long to dispense funds to build new networks, questioned the NTIA favoring the building of fiber networks, and criticized aspects of the effort they consider to be a waste of taxpayer dollars.

Sean Gonsalves

on Thu Nov 7, 2024

Now that the election has been settled, many in the broadband space are wondering what, if anything, will change with the incoming Trump administration.

Of course no one has a crystal ball, but there are a number of telecommunication policy developments we will be tracking, which include numerous fronts where there will likely be changes.

What those changes will be exactly will only become apparent sometime next year.

BEAD and DEA

Sean Gonsalves

on Thu Nov 7, 2024

Now that the election has been settled, many in the broadband space are wondering what, if anything, will change with the incoming Trump administration.

Of course no one has a crystal ball, but there are a number of telecommunication policy developments we will be tracking, which include numerous fronts where there will likely be changes.

What those changes will be exactly will only become apparent sometime next year.

BEAD and DEA

In this episode of the podcast, Chris speaks with Christina Burns, Kendall County Administrator, and Zach Bachmann, a board member and Chair of the Connect Kendall County Commission. They delve into Kendall County's ambitious infrastructure project aimed at expanding Internet connectivity across its diverse landscape, which ranges from suburban hubs to rural farmlands.

Christina and Zach discuss the county's strategic approach to building a comprehensive broadband network. This initiative, driven by public need and supported by a $15 million state grant and revenue bonds, will be managed by the newly formed non-profit, Fox Fiber, in partnership with Pivot-Tech. They share insights into the challenges and innovations involved, including public-private partnerships, community engagement, and sustainable financial strategies to ensure the network serves both densely populated and rural areas effectively.

The episode highlights the county's commitment to economic development, educational opportunities, and public service while ensuring that every resident, from urban centers to isolated communities, benefits from improved Internet access. The conversation underscores the collaborative spirit and strategic planning necessary for public broadband projects to succeed, illustrating how Kendall County’s model could inspire similar initiatives nationwide.

This show is 34 minutes long and can be played on this page or via Apple Podcasts or the tool of your choice using this feed.

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