Discussion of Intro 481 - Disseminating information on affordable internet programs

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OTI addresses Intro 481, sponsored by Council Member Won, which would require OTI to disseminate information on affordable Internet programs and community-based Internet services to community-based organizations (CBOs).

OTI expresses uncertainty about the intended reach of the dissemination efforts
They note challenges in cataloging community-based Internet services and targeting appropriate geographic areas
OTI is willing to discuss with the council how to address existing gaps in information dissemination

Brett Sikoff

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Intro four eighty one, sponsored by council member one, would require OTI to disseminate information on affordable Internet programs and community based Internet services to community based organizations or CBOs.

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As written, it is unclear what the intended reach is for this dissemination, which makes it challenging for OTI to assess the resources required for such efforts.

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Further, while we are working to amplify information on statewide programs like the discounts provided through the Affordable Broadband Act, it is more challenging to catalog community based Internet services and target the appropriate geographic areas where such networks may be available.

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We'd like to discuss with the council how we may address existing gaps.

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