Officials ask for public input on broadband spending
Feedback on broadband is crucial in planning programs to build out broadband in Vermont.
Published: Mar. 16, 2023 at 8:14 AM EDT
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - The Vermont Community Broadband Board is looking for public input as the state is getting federal grants to address digital equity.
Vermont will get a piece of the nearly $2.7 billion available to help schools, libraries, nonprofits, and others get connected.
Broadband leaders are looking for Vermonters’ help to get the money where it’s needed the most. Comments are welcome until May 1.
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