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Program Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Kansas Office of Broadband Development (KOBD) is proposing the Kansas Broadband Ready Communities (KBRC) program to address broadband access challenges in unserved and underserved areas of the state. The program aims to assist communities in preparing for future grant funding opportunities by providing an efficient and accessible path to broadband readiness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kansas Broadband Ready Communities is designed to pave the way for improved broadband access in communities across the state, ensuring that Kansas remains at the forefront of digital connectivity.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

With Kansas Broadband Ready Communities designation, Kansas communities will be prepared to make their bids for service more competitive and be ready for future grant opportunities such as the Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD). By adopting specific local ordinances ahead of time, communities can ensure more successful and sustainable broadband deployment projects.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n\n

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Limit Community Barriers to Broadband Infrastructure Projects<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cParticipating in the Kansas Broadband Ready Communities program is not just about securing funding or improving internet access; it’s about building resilient, future-ready communities,\u201d Governor Laura Kelly said. <\/strong>\u201cBy becoming a Broadband Ready Community, you’re taking a proactive step toward economic growth, educational opportunities and improved quality of life for all residents.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How to Qualify<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Communities seeking designation as Kansas Broadband Ready Community must adopt an ordinance that aligns with the minimum requirements outlined by the program. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These requirements include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n