Wisconsin's Broadband Expansion Grant Update: Solarus Receives $249,055.97, Completes Project Requirements

The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin has issued a regulatory update regarding the Broadband Expansion Grant awarded to the Wood County Telephone Company's Solarus project in the Town of Carson, Wisconsin. The update acknowledges Solarus's completion of project requirements, including the submission of a final report and geospatial data. However, the letter also reminds Solarus of its obligations to ensure compliance with federal and state laws that still apply to the grant award.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin has issued a regulatory update regarding the Broadband Expansion Grant awarded to Solarus in the Town of Carson, Wisconsin.
  • Solarus has received $249,055.97 of its grant award and has an unspent balance of $132.03.
  • The final report and associated materials, including geospatial data on the final project, were reviewed and accepted by the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin.
  • Solarus is responsible for ensuring compliance with federal and state laws that still apply to the grant award, including audit requirements, recordkeeping, publicity, and post-project status reports.
  • The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin reminds Solarus to review its Grant Agreement to become familiar with post-construction requirements.
  • Solarus is encouraged to contact PSCBroadbandGrantReimbursement@wisconsin.gov with any questions or concerns regarding the grant award.

Statistics:

  • The award amount for Solarus's Broadband Expansion Grant was not specified in the provided text.
  • Solarus has received $249,055.97 of its grant award.
  • The unspent balance of Solarus's grant award is $132.03.
  • The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin has accepted the final report and associated materials, including geospatial data, from Solarus.

Sources:

  • RE: Broadband Expansion Grant Solarus
  • Public Service Commission of Wisconsin, Broadband Grant Award Update (Dated: None specified)