Planning
This guide walks you through the process of planning a broadband development project in your community. Below you will find helpful information, sample materials, and frameworks that outline a concrete roadmap for your project.
Form a Committee
This guide walks you through the process of planning a broadband development project in your community. Below you will find helpful information, sample materials, and frameworks that outline a concrete roadmap for your project.
Groups to Include
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Municipal official or someone with political will to support broadband
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Educator, librarian, or someone who cares about educational opportunities
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Someone who interacts with a wide range of the community
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Telecommuter or someone who depends on broadband
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Someone from a business or industry that is important to the community
Your committee should include representatives from these groups: Municipal government, educators, community networkers, internet users, local business owners
Roles to Fill
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Island Institute Template Worksheet | Link
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Respected communicator
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Finance guru
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Energizer who engages people of all ages
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Technical, policy, or other expert
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Visionary who keeps process moving forward and feeling upbeat
Action Steps
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Create a mission statement | Example Mission Statement
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Set a regular meeting schedule (weekly, biweekly, monthly, etc.)
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Set a meeting agenda | Example Agenda
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Name a Chair (to facilitate meetings) and a Secretary (to take meeting minutes) | Example Meeting Minutes
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Track and record your progress - MBC Initiatives Tracking Map