GMA: Broadband Programs and Resources for Cities
Tuesday, October 26th, 2021
Below you will find links and contact information for the state and federal agencies providing a range of resources–from maps and toolkits, to grant/loan programs and services–in support of local government broadband planning and deployment. Since agencies are continuing to roll out new programs and tools, please check their website for the latest information.
Led by the Georgia Technology Authority and the Department of Community Affairs.
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Broadband Ready Communities Stories (interactive format)
You can also find a Broadband Ready Community Model Ordinance, the 2021 Broadband Report and more on the Georgia Broadband Program website.
Georgia Technology Authority (GTA)
Georgia's Enterprise IT Policies, Standards and Guidelines (PSGs)
Contact
Jessica Simmons
Deputy Chief Information Officer for Broadband and Special Projects, GTA
404-463-2300
National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA)
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Toolkits, reference guides, training materials and other publications for local government broadband planning and digital inclusion
Contact
Scott Woods
Senior Broadband Program Specialist, NTIA
Office: 202-482-1713
Mobile: 202-306-3096
U.S. Department of Agriculture
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USDA Rural Development programs:
Contact
Andrew E. Hayes
General Field Representative, Loan Origination and Approval Division, Telecommunications Program, Rural Development, USDA (States Covered: FL, GA, PR, VI)
770-312-7073
Laurel Leverrier
Assistant Administrator, Rural Utilities Service Telecommunications Headquarters in Washington, D.C., USDA
202-720-9556
U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA)
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Economic Development Integration (EDI): To increase local and regional capacity in accessing federal resources; enhance interagency, intergovernmental and cross-sectoral coordination; reduce administrative burden.
Contact
Jonathan Corso
Economic Development Representative
404-809-7094