LRCOG has been working with Educational, Community, and Corporate (ECC) Technologies to assess existing infrastructure and opportunities for broadband expansion within the region. This study has now reached the point of seeking public input through a Broadband Availability and Adoption Toolset (BAAT).
The goal is to have a response rate of 5% of households within each county. Currently, the survey has only received 84% of needed responses from Robeson County, 53% of the needed responses from Bladen County, 48% of needed responses from Hoke County, 36% of needed responses from Richmond County, and 19% of needed responses from Scotland County.
The responses to the BAAT will help regional leaders identify and address current gaps in availability, speed/performance, reliability and affordability. The survey will also help policymakers and county leaders better understand where gaps exist and therefore provide them with opportunities to consider additional funding mechanisms.
Individuals with and without broadband (internet) service within Bladen, Hoke, Richmond, Robeson and Scotland counties are encouraged to visit www.lrcogbroadband.com (link below) to complete the survey online or call 910-618-5533 to complete the survey by phone or to receive a paper copy.
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