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AGENDA ITEM <br />Prepared By: RJO Reviewed By: Approved By: <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />1. Purpose: To gain council approval of a resolution of support for broadband funding as requested by <br />the City of Minnetrista. <br /> <br />2. Background: The City of Minnetrista has asked the City to pass a resolution supporting their efforts <br />to improve funding opportunities for area cities through DEED’s Border-to-Border Broadband Expansion <br />Grant program. Orono does have areas that are designated as underserved that could take advantage of <br />the grant opportunities if a service provider is willing to work with the City. Access to broadband is a <br />fairly common concern raised by Orono residents. <br /> <br />3. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approving the Resolution of Support for Broadband <br />Funding. <br /> <br />COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED <br />Motion to approve the Resolution of Support for Broadband Funding. <br /> <br /> <br />Exhibits <br />A. Request letter from Minnetrista <br />B. Resolution of Support <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />Item No.: 8 Date: April 26, 2021 <br />Item Description: Resolution of Support - Broadband Funding <br />Presenter: Adam Edwards <br />City Administrator <br />Agenda <br />Section: <br />City Administrator <br />Report