Knight Center http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com Knight Center articles hourly 1 1970-01-01T00:00+00:00 What's New: Broadband Stimulus Updates Latest news on ARRA broadband stimulus process http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=797 2009-12-17 Broadband Stimulus Timeline Listing of important dates in the broadband stimulus process http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=798 2009-12-17 BREAKING NEWS: NTIA & RUS Announce Consolidation of Funding Rounds Today the NTIA &RUS announced that they are consolidating the next two rounds of funding into one final round. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=766 2009-11-10 NTIA has November Stimulus award date in sight During the COMPTEL PLUS Convention and Expo this week, Angela Simpson, advisor to the assistant secretary for National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), shared that the NTIA is “on track” to announce the first round of funding in November. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=741 2009-10-13 Next two rounds of broadband stimulus funding to merge RUS official says a joint second and third round is likely http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=738 2009-10-09 Stimulus money begins to flow; 4 states receive first awards Today, the U.S. Department of Commerce's National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) today announced the first four stimulus grants for broadband deployment in four states. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=729 2009-10-06 First Round NOFA – View Broadband Stimulus Applications for Knight Foundation states The Knight Center of Digital Excellence compiled all of the first round NOFA applications within each Knight Community's home state. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=702 2009-09-17 Saint Paul, Ramsey County seeking to build new fiber optic network with Recovery Act grant Saint Paul and Ramsey County are joining together in a bid to provide high speed fiber optic connectivity to support the delivery of city and county services to the public. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=701 2009-09-16 First round of funding nets an overwhelming response The Commerce Department's National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) and the Department of Agriculture's Rural Utilities Service (RUS) announced today that they received almost 2,200 applications requesting nearly $28 billion in funding for proposed broadband projects reaching all 50 U.S. states and territories and the District of Columbia. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=666 2009-08-27 Hold your breath, your first-round application may not be done yet Now that the first-round stimulus funding deadlines (and extensions) have come and gone, applicants can sit back and catch their breath knowing full well all the "i"s are dotted and the "t"s crossed. Or can they? http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=657 2009-08-26 Another important update for broadband stimulus applicants Be careful if you plan on waiting till the last minute to submit – it may become a lost cause by then http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=622 2009-08-19 You can help the stimulus application process run smoothly These are some simple tips BroadbandUSA offered to help its system run more efficiently, help you speed your application processing and ensure all applications are filed by the deadline. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=620 2009-08-18 NTIA releases quarterly report NTIA submits progress report on BTOP to Congress http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=655 2009-08-17 BIP & BTOP Application Deadline EXTENDED Broadband.gov announces extension of BIP & BTOP Electronic Application Deadline until August, 20th at 5:00 PM EDT. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=613 2009-08-13 Stimulus submission software glitches prompt an extension in electronic submissions Pending applications will now be accepted until 5 p.m. on Aug. 20. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=611 2009-08-13 Planning to seek future stimulus funds? Pay attention now Round one of stimulus applications will serve as learning process for second round http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=601 2009-08-10 A one-stop Knight Center blog shop for all things stimulus A list of stimulus tools and resources aggregated by the Knight Center of Digital Excellence http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=602 2009-08-10 Broadband Headlines - Small operators balk at special conditions in broadband stimulus money Special conditions for small operators, smart path to broadband mapping, Obama plans large-scale public works, FCC releases Notice of Inquiry http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=603 2009-08-10 Upcoming Knight Center webcast View the series of webcasts from the Knight Center of Digital Excellence and gain a competitive advantage http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=596 2009-08-07 Knight Center launches Stimulus Webcast series View two stimulus webcasts from the Knight Center of Digital Excellence. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=597 2009-08-07 Compliance to play key role in stimulus applications Compliance is a serious issue for funding recipients. This overview covers important compliance issues. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=598 2009-08-07 In a mad rush to apply for stimulus funding? Deep breath – and read on A step-by-step of tasks and necessary information when applying for broadband stimulus funds by the Knight Center's Charles Berry http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=600 2009-08-07 A BIP/BTOP FAQ sampling Highlights and Knight Center input on the new and updated BIP/BTOP FAQ document http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=594 2009-08-05 Solid supporting data can give stimulus applicants an edge According to the FAQ released for BIP and BTOP there’s an opportunity for communities to strengthen their broadband stimulus funding requests provided their methodology and data are solid. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=589 2009-08-03 Checklist: NTIA/BTOP Grant Applicants A list of of documents needed for the NTIA/BTOP grant application http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=240 2009-07-27 Application Guide: Broadband Infrastructure for BIP Reference guide for applications for the RUS BIP. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=246 2009-07-27 Application Guide: Broadband Infrastructure for BTOP Reference guide for applicants for NTIA BTOP program http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=245 2009-07-27 Application Guide: Sustainable Broadband Adoption Reference guide for applicants for the NTIA BTOP program http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=244 2009-07-27 Application Guide: Public Computer Centers Program Reference guide for applicants for the NTIA BTOP Program. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=243 2009-07-27 Checklist: Computer Center Grant Applicants A checklist of documents required for the Computer Center Grant Applicants http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=242 2009-07-27 Checklist: Sustainable Broadband Adoption Grant Applicants Sustainable broadband document checklist http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=241 2009-07-27 Checklist: NTIA/BTOP Grant Applicants A checklist for NTIA/BTOP grants http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=211 2009-07-24 The seven 'dirty' stimulus words you need to know The words that have been bandied about and debated by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) this year are important for you to know if you want to participate in the bid for stimulus dollars. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=221 2009-07-16 Dismantling Digital Deregulation A report outlining open internet and America http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=256 2009-07-09 BIP/BTOP FAQs BIP/BTOP frequently asked questions http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=546 2009-07-08 BTOP Fact Sheet A link to the BTOP fact sheet http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=286 2009-07-02 Applications Documents Posted The application for the stimulus program on broadbandusa.gov http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=547 2009-07-01 NTIA BTOP Assesment and Strategy Memo NTIA BTOP assessment and strategy report. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=247 2009-07-01 NOFA Highlights Highlights the NOFA document http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=249 2009-07-01 American Recovery Reinvestment Act 2009 Technical assistance update http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=250 2009-07-01 NARUC Letter Letter from NARUC http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=253 2009-07-01 Stimulus Reports A collection of various stimulus-related reports http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=333 2009-07-01 Infrastructure Programs: What's Different About Broadband? A report outlining the difference of broadband deployment http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=257 2009-07-01 Legislation: Read and Follow the Status of Bills Through Congress Read, Track and follow broadband-related bills as they move through Congress. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=553 2009-07-01 Stimulus Timeline This is a guide with important deadlines when submitting a stimulus application http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=554 2009-07-01 Stimulus Links A list of helpful resources on the web related to stimulus http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=654 2009-07-01 ARRA 2009 - Selected Program Highlights One page document with highlights http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=252 2009-06-09 Broadbandusa.gov Workshop Presentations A collection of the presentations given at the broadbandusa.gov workshops. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=340 2009-06-09 Closing the Rural Broadband Gap A report that examines an experimental research project. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=255 2009-06-09 Bringing Broadband to Rural America A report about broadband in rural America http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=254 2009-06-09 Rural Broadband at a Glance A study on the higher cost and limited availability of broadband in rural areas http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=260 2009-05-20 NTIA Section of the ARRA Conference bill appropriations. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=264 2009-05-15 Legislation: HR 2428 Read the text of the HR 248 bill http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=548 2009-05-15 Legislation: S 773 Read the text of the S 773 Bill, which ensures free flow of commerce within the US http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=549 2009-05-15 Legislation: S 778 Read the text of S778. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=550 2009-05-15 Legislation: HR 691 Read the text of HR 691 http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=551 2009-05-15 Legislation: H.AMDT.17 Read the text of H.AMDT.17 http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=552 2009-05-15 Legislation: HR BILL 760 HR Bill 760 for the financing of new advanced broadband infrastructure http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=258 2009-05-13 The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act -- Impact in Urban/Rural Ohio Press club presentation by Mark Ansboury http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=251 2009-05-07 Increase your chances to obtain stimulus funding OneCommunity's fundraising experts answer key questions on applying for broadband stimulus funds. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=125 2009-05-06 Legislation Policy - Full Summary of Provisions from Senate Finance, House Ways & Means Committees Tax Relief for Individuals & Families A summary of the Tax Credit Program http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=259 2009-05-05 NTIA/RUS Joint Request for Information and Notice of Public Meetings Notice: American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 Broadband Initiatives http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=272 2009-03-13 Transcript of NTIA Meeting - Broadband Grants Transcript of the public meeting http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=270 2009-03-10 NTIA-RUS-FCC Public Meeting Notice Public meeting notice http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=269 2009-03-10 NTIA Public Meeting Agenda Broadband kickoff agenda http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=267 2009-03-10 The Evolving Broadband Infrastructure: Expansion, Applications & Regulation A report outlining the universal service goals. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=261 2009-02-19 The stimulus is coming, the stimulus is coming … The sky may not be falling, but the Stimulus Package is the hot topic from Fast Money to The View to USA Today. http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=569 2009-02-17 Federal FY2010 Budget Overview An overview of Obama's ARRA proposal http://knightcenter.blackbirdarchive.com/index/article?id=263 2009-02-03