Economic Development

Broadband

Expanding Broadband in Montgomery County

Montgomery County is committed to ensuring all its residents have access to reliable, high-speed internet. Broadband is no longer a luxury—it is a necessity for education, healthcare, remote work, and staying connected in our modern world. Through strategic investments, partnerships, and programs like the GREAT Grant, CAB Program, and the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund (RDOF), we are working tirelessly to bridge the digital divide and bring broadband access to every corner of our community.

Why Broadband Matters

Access to high-speed internet is essential for:

  • Education: Supporting online learning for students of all ages.
  • Healthcare: Enabling telehealth services for remote consultations and medical care.
  • Economic Development: Attracting businesses and fostering remote work opportunities.
  • Quality of Life: Keeping families connected and providing access to entertainment, news, and digital tools.

GREAT Grant

You can learn more about the GREAT grant at the NC OneMap website: NC Broadband Grant Addresses | NC OneMap 

Link to North Carolina Map identifying residents expected to receive broadband: NC Broadband Grant Addresses | NC OneMap

Search Directions: 

  • Click the above link to Access the NC OneMap
  • Once the map displays, select the magnifying glass icon in the top right corner to display a Search Box.
  • Enter the physical address you want to search for and select it from the drop-down menu once it displays. The map will zoom into the address you selected. 
  • A green dot identifies a resident in Round 1.
  • A yellow dot identifies a resident in Round 2.

Contact the North Carolina Department of Information Technology (NCDIT) with questions at [email protected].

Rural Digital Opportunity Fund (RDOF)

You can learn more about the RDOF Grant at the FCC Website: FCC RDOF Grant

Link to North Carolina Map identifying residents expected to receive broadband: FCC RDOF Map

Search Directions: 

  • Click the above link to access the NC OneMap 
  • Once the map displays, select the magnifying glass icon in the top right corner to display a Search Box.
  • Enter the physical address you want to search for and select it from the drop-down menu once it displays. The map will zoom into the address you selected.
  • The area will be shaded blue if identified for broadband service.  

Contact the FCC with questions at [email protected]. 

Completing Access to Broadband (CAB) Program

Montgomery County is actively collaborating with the NC Broadband Office through the CAB Program to ensure even the hardest-to-reach areas have access to high-speed internet.

  • Learn more about the CAB Program.
  • Stay tuned for updates on the county's CAB Program projects.

 

What Citizens Can Do

Take the NC Broadband Survey

 

Test Your Internet Speed

Measure your current internet speed and help collect valuable data to improve broadband services.

 

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