Narrative of Resolution:
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To initiate the SEQR review process for development of a Countywide network of broadband infrastructure funded by the Municipal Infrastructure Program.
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RESOLUTION INTRODUCED BY THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE TO AUTHORIZE THE COUNTY OF SULLIVAN TO PURSUE LEAD AGENCY STATUS FOR THE SEQRA PROCESS FOR THE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT OF A COUNTYWIDE NETWORK OF BROADBAND INFRASTRUCTURE
WHEREAS, The County of Sullivan (“County”) has been awarded funding in the amount of $29,943,365.00 via the Municipal Infrastructure Program to serve over 22,000 homes and businesses through the construction of 253 miles of fiber and one new communication tower, extending broadband service to unserved and underserved locations (“Project”); and
WHEREAS, the County has partnered with Archtop Fiber LLC for the purpose of delivering this project to the residents, businesses, and visitors of Sullivan County; and
WHEREAS, the Project is subject to the requirements of the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) as defined in Title 5 NYCRR Section 617; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with the SEQRA requirements, the County of Sullivan is eligible to act as Lead Agency for the Project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Sullivan County Legislature does hereby authorize the County of Sullivan to pursue designation of and act as Lead Agency for the SEQRA process for the Project.
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