Inyo-Mono Broadband Consortium Work Plan

Objective 1:

Collaborating with the Commission and other state agencies to engage regional consortia, local officials, ISPs, stakeholders, and consumers regarding priority areas and cost-effective strategies to achieve the broadband access goal.

Description

Work with IMBC participating agencies to accurately map and document each agency’s gaps to refine priority areas for broadband expansion

Deliverable

Current and accurate GIS dataset and associated documentation representing broadband expansion priority areas

Start

February 1, 2023

End

January 31, 2026

Description

Conduct public outreach and engagement to refine broadband expansion efforts and ensure that they adequately meet customer needs and expectations

Deliverable

Vetted and supported set of priority project areas

Start

February 1, 2023

End

January 31, 2026

Description

Publicize new initiatives using existing and new digital resources including the Connected Eastern Sierra web platform and other forms of public outreach/engagement

Deliverable

Updated website with list of broadband expansion priority areas; aware citizenry

Start

February 1, 2023

End

January 31, 2026

Description

Acquire, implement, and maintain a project management and time tracking system for all agencies to collaboratively work on this initiative

Deliverable

Implemented project management system kept up to date and used for progress reports, and time tracking

Start

February 1, 2023

End

January 31, 2026

Objective 2:

Identifying potential CASF infrastructure projects or potential broadband deployment projects related to new programs created under SB 156 and AB 164, along with other opportunities, where ISPs can expand and improve their infrastructure and service offerings to achieve the goal of reaching 98% broadband deployment in each consortia region.

Description

Regularly meet with all providers in region to develop rapport, understand projects, and provide support for new broadband initiatives

Deliverable

Up-to-date knowledge of what providers are working on; provider awareness of IMBC priorities

Start

February 1, 2023

End

January 31, 2026

Description

Coordinate with Digital 395 management to help support network awareness and utilization throughout the service area by anchors and providers

Deliverable

Awareness of and ability to support Digital 395 needs and opportunities

Start

February 1, 2023

End

January 31, 2026

Description

Update the Connected Eastern Sierra Broadband Access Tool with footprints and service offerings at least quarterly

Deliverable

Current and accurate list of broadband offerings & gaps

Start

February 1, 2023

End

January 31, 2026

Description

Track funding and partnership opportunities which can support providers in new development efforts. Align providers with funding opportunities as appropriate.

Deliverable

Clarity around funding opportunities

Start

February 1, 2023

End

January 31, 2026

Objective 3:

Assisting potential CASF infrastructure applicants or potential applicants for broadband deployment projects related to the new programs created under SB 156 and AB 164 in the project development or grant application process.

Description

Compile and maintain a comprehensive project list which focuses on collaborative opportunities for broadband deployment (network expansion and demand aggregation)

Deliverable

Complete & current list of desired broadband projects

Start

February 1, 2023

End

January 31, 2026

Description

Coordinate efforts with ISPs and local agencies to develop projects and grant applications

Deliverable

Projects submitted for funding in each county

Start

February 1, 2023

End

January 31, 2026

Objective 4:

Conducting activities that will lead to or that can be reasonably expected to lead to CASF infrastructure projects or broadband deployment projects related to new programs created under SB 156 and AB 164, including the Federal Funding Account, Middle-Mile, Broadband Loan Loss Reserve, and Local Agency Technical Assistance.

Description

Support IMBC partner agencies in developing and refining comprehensive and coordinated broadband policies which aim to reduce cost and facilitate installation of broadband infrastructure while preserving agency assets

Deliverable

Consistent and modern broadband policies

Start

February 1, 2023

End

January 31, 2026

Description

Develop and maintain a comprehensive inventory of public assets in support of broadband projects

Deliverable

List of all public assets available in each of the jurisdictions

Start

February 1, 2023

End

January 31, 2026

Description

Understand unique agency needs with regard to implementing and utilizing broadband in support of regular business operations

Deliverable

Individual agency broadband strategy

Start

February 1, 2023

End

January 31, 2026

Objective 5:

Assisting the Commission in publicizing requests for wireline testing volunteers in areas, as needed.

Description

Work with local public members to conduct regular wireline and wireless speed tests across all markets to improve understanding of network adequacy and performance

Deliverable

Current & accurate network performance metrics

Start

February 1, 2023

End

January 31, 2026

Description

Utilize State and Federal testing platforms within the community to validate existing coverage and refine project needs

Deliverable

On-the-ground test data submitted to State & Federal platforms

Start

February 1, 2023

End

January 31, 2026

Last updated:  October 2, 2024 8:27 am