Publications

Example agendas, targeted outcomes, and best practices for meeting with stakeholders during the planning phase. Guides are organized by stakeholder group type.

Details how to structure a needs assessment and includes examples from across the country.

An introduction to permitting as it relates to broadband projects including the types of permits a deployment may require, the process for securing an easement or right of way access, and steps to obtaining permission to access federal/state/local land.

This resource discusses the FCC BDC process including timing and the challenge process for both the Broadband Serviceable Location Fabric and the Provider Availability Data. Includes a glossary of definitions.

Two-page overview including why mapping matters for the BEAD program, an FCC timeline, and FCC Broadband Data Collection resources.

Resources on conducting local coordination including guidance on creating accessible meetings, how to conduct effective community engagement, and a Digital Inclusion Coalition guidebook discussing keys to successful coalition operations.

Materials from the Workforce Requirements webinar discussing the workforce planning guide for Eligible Entities. Includes BEAD NOFO requirements, strategies and examples of developing a workforce plan, and additional resources supporting workforce planning efforts.

Provides program timelines to support planning activities to ensure coordination between the BEAD and DE plans.