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PLAN. DESIGN. FINANCE.
CONSTRUCT. OPERATE.

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GWI specializes in the planning, design, financing, construction and operation
of open-access municipal fiber networks. When taking on a new project, we
thoughtfully consider how access, affordability, and inclusion come into play.
We ensure outstanding value for your investment by focusing on quality and
security when building our fiber networks.

Internet is now an essential utility, and investing in fiber can prepare your
community for the future.

INITIAL STEPS TO LAUNCH
A MUNICIPAL NETWORK

CREATE A BROADBAND COMMITTEE

It's vital to build constituent support before undertaking a municipal network
project - a public project requires support from both citizens and town
officials. Need more support? Tech enthusiasts in your community can make great
ambassadors for the project.

IDENTIFY GOALS

It's important to identify your community goals early in the project. You'll
want to consider both business and residential needs (if applicable). Goals from
current customers include population retention, economic growth, attracting new
businesses, etc.

GATHER DATA

Great data is necessary to build a great network. It's important to provide data
to community developers, project planners, and network designers to ensure that
the goals for the project will be met.

PARTNER COLLABORATION

When launching a municipal network, it can be tricky to navigate financing as
well as digital inclusion and equity. It's important to find an ISP partner who
has experience in financing networks and locating appropriate partners.

Municipal Network Profile: Islesboro

Still have questions? We got answers

▸How much do fiber networks cost?
The cost to build fiber can vary greatly depending on the type of network that
is being built. The industry standard is $40,000 to $60,000 per mile of fiber
built.
▸What type of business models are available?
* Municipality owns, GWI operates: The municipality owns the network and
contracts the operation of said network to an ISP through an RFP process. Due
to the ownership, the municipality would be able to determine long term
financial sustainability based on a specific financial model. This includes
operational and capital costs and competitive ISP engagement.

* GWI owns and operates: GWI would own and operate the network with access,
affordability and inclusion as foundational elements. GWI has a culture and
history of collaborating with the municipality on a case by case basis. This
model is appealing because it does not require the municipality to have
technical expertise or expend time and resources into the operation of a
network.

* Municipality owns and operates, GWI is anchor ISP: The municipality owns the
network and contracts GWI to be an anchor ISP on an open access network. This
gives overall control to the municipality and also guarantees that there will
be at least one provider delivering services on the network. This model
requires the municipality to have the resources and technical expertise to
manage a telecommunications network.

* Municipality owns and operates, GWI provides select services: The
municipality owns and operates the network and contracts GWI to deliver
specific services over the network. GWI would not deliver a complete suite of
services to the area, but products such as phone service or business grade
internet etc. depending on the needs of the municipality.

▸What other municipalities does GWI work with?
* Rockport
* South Portland
* Sanford
* Brunswick
* Islesboro
* ValleyNet

▸ How do municipalities fund fiber optic networks?
There are several funding sources for municipalities, each with its own set of
requirements, timelines, pros and cons. These include federal, state, and bond
funding. In addition, GWI has access to a knowledge-base of private capital
financing options.
▸Funding resources
* Federal Funding
* USDA ReConnect Rural Development
* Telecommunications Infrastructure Loan Program
* USDA Rural Broadband Access Loan and Loan Guarantee Programs
* USDA Community Connect Grant Program
* USDA Distance Learning and Telemedicine
* Department of Commerce - Economic Development Administration
* Department of Housing and Urban Development - Choice Neighborhoods
* Universal Service Administrative Co
* FCC Rural Healthcare Program
* Health Resources and Services Administration
* State
* ConnectMaine
* Municipal Bond
* General Obligation Bonds
* Revenue Bonds

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