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Technical AssistanceS t a t e w i d eWV Office of Geographical Information SystemsProgram: Broadband Mapping Program (BMP)ContactTony Simental, State GIS Coordinator304.558.5300Tony.A.Simental@wv.govwww.gis.wv.govTargetAudienceFundingRegional Planning Councils, municipalities, NGO’s, Anchor Institutions, andsmall businesses.Federal (National Telecommunications and Information Administration stateBroadband Data Development Program)Total available: $550,000ApplicationProcessMinimum or maximum amount a participant can receive:Grants awarded will have a minimum of $5,000 and a maximum of $30,000.At this time, the BMP is preparing the application form and schedule.Deadlines: N/ADescriptionEligibleApplicantsRestrictionsTechnical AssistanceThis component of the grant program will provide technical support forregional and local communities’ broadband expansion planning efforts, andsupport activities that improve capacity to compete in the digital economythrough improved planning for broadband availability and adoption.At this time, the BMP is preparing eligibility policies for this program.Construction.W E S T V I R G I N I A D E V E L O P M E N T O F F I C E F–53