Title
Broadband For Chatham: A Progress Update
Abstract
Action Requested: Any direction the BOC would give.
Introduction & Background: Chatham County has a high desire to promote the development of broadband internet access to all. A team has pursued this goal. The last update given was in Sept. 2016.
Discussion & Analysis: Progress has been made since Sept 2016. While the team involved has continued to pursue the goal, private companies have also been expanding service. The team efforts have revealed information that has generated many ideas which are under consideration.
How does this relate to the Comprehensive Plan: Directly ties to economic development efforts needed for small and large businesses; and to supporting education as needed by all ages.
Budgetary Impact: None at this time.
Recommendation: The team will consider the ideas and bring forward recommendations.