This project, done in partnership with Tekfinity, enabled internet connectivity to critical infrastructure in the City of Emmett. Prior to the project, the Emmett City Fire Station, the Gem County Fire District #1 station, the City of Emmett Wastewater Treatment Plant, the Industrial Park water well and sewer lift station facility did not have fiber…
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Farmers Mutual Telephone Company and the City of Payette utilized grant funds to bring internet connectivity to municipal facilities in the city. Critical facilities that were most directly impacted by the scope of this project, include the Payette Police and Fire Department. Not only was internet connectivity provided to these facilities, but surveillance cameras, license…
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16 wireless sites were improved through this grant in underserved communities throughout Lewis County including Winchester, Craigmont, Reubens, Nezperce and Kamiah. Lewis County partnered with Airbridge Broadband to improve broadband in the area. Previously, in Lewis County, only 21.5% of residents had access to high-speed internet. Additionally, it was noted in the Broadband Taskforce Report…
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The City of Clark Fork and Kaniksu Networks were awarded a grant to improve internet in homes and businesses in the city. Key public service facilities were connected through this project, including the Clark Fork Fire Department, Clark Fork Valley Ambulance and City Hall, allowing for better communication for city and emergency services. Not only…
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Idaho Commerce awarded two grants to the Idaho Commission for Libraries, totaling $1.8 million. These two grants served 47 rural Idaho libraries and communities, leading to the installation and configuration of new state-of-the-art network equipment capable of both indoor and outdoor wireless access. As a result of the grants, these communities now benefit from reliable…
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Are you looking to connect with international buyers? Have the cancellations of trade shows made it difficult for your company to generate business leads? Idaho Commerce, in partnership with Kallman Worldwide, is providing a new virtual opportunity for small businesses in Idaho to exhibit globally with the Kallman USA Digital Showcase. Idaho Commerce will fund…
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