Project Title:
Expand Broadband Service for the Skokomish Indian Reservation
Expand Broadband Service for the Skokomish Indian Reservation
Funding Program:
Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program
Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program
Project Purpose/Type:
The Broadband Infrastructure Deployment project proposes to install an antenna to provide 2.5 GHz Fixed Wireless Coverage with minimum speeds of 25/3, purchase equipment to construct an additional wireless tower and antenna, and install a short hop wireless link antenna and microwave radio to connect 15 unserved Tribal households, 2 community anchor institutions, and 3 businesses.
State(s):
Washington
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$500,000.00Funding Amount
The project proposes the following activities designed to improve access to broadband services and prepare for future deployment of fixed-wireless coverage:
- Install antenna onto a pre-existing water tower and complete system installation for 2.5 GHz fixed wireless coverage.
- Prepare for installation of a second wireless tower and antenna by purchasing equipment.
- Install short hop wireless link antenna and microwave radio on a pre-existing rooftop.
This project will:
- Prepare for future infrastructure deployment activities involving installation of a second wireless tower and antenna.
- Connect 15 unserved Tribal households, 2 community anchor institutions, and 3 businesses to fixed wireless broadband service with 25/3 speeds.
- Create 5-8 temporary construction-related jobs.
The project intends to benefit 15 unserved Tribal households, 2 community anchor institutions, and 3 businesses.