Cuomo Launches NY Broadband Program Funding Portal
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) announced the launch of the New NY Broadband Program’s Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) Portal, which is now accepting applications for the request for proposals issued Jan. 8, said a Tuesday news release from the…
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governor's office. The $500 million program will provide funding for high-speed Internet access to unserved and underserved areas across the state, the release said. Funding recipients will be chosen through a reverse-auction methodology, which awards projects to bidders seeking the lowest amount of state investment, the release said. Phase 1 of the RFP's grant guidelines and application questions was made available on the New York State Broadband Program Office’s website on Jan. 8. Applications may now be submitted through the New York State CFA Portal, and are due by 4:30 p.m. April 15, the release said. “Access to high-speed internet is essential for engaging in the 21st century economy, but the broadband gap is leaving far too many New Yorkers behind,” Cuomo said. “Through this unprecedented investment, we will be expanding reliable internet access in underserved areas, helping businesses become more competitive, and making broadband available in every comer of New York. I encourage all eligible applicants to apply and take advantage of this new opportunity.”