Orange County has reconvened its Broadband Task Force and updated its charge to continue expanding access to high-speed internet across the county. As part of this effort, there are currently three at-large vacancies available for Orange County residents interested in serving. The deadline to apply is Oct. 26.
The Broadband Task Force was originally established in 2020, with its work leading to an incentive-based contract with North State Communications Advanced Services, LLC (now Lumos) to deploy broadband infrastructure in rural areas of the county.
With its mission renewed, the Task Force will continue advising the county on strategies to improve broadband coverage and service quality for all residents. Its updated charge includes:
- Discussing broadband solutions to improve the quality of high-speed internet services for Orange County residents
- Recommending a plan to the Orange County Board of Commissioners to expand reliable high-speed internet services to all residents and businesses
- Updating and tracking broadband coverage needs as State and Federal program awards are made
- Consulting with County staff on how to best communicate broadband-related information to the public
Residents with experience in telecommunication networks, public infrastructure projects, customer service, or those living in underserved areas of the county are especially encouraged to apply.
Applications are available online at www.orangecountync.gov/apply.
Select “Orange County Broadband Task Force” from the dropdown menu on the third page of the application. The application deadline is Oct. 26.