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National Broadband Mapping Program Update - October 2011

The National Broadband Mapping Program aims to provide a comprehensive map of existing broadband service across the United States, identifying areas lacking broadband access. The program collects and updates data twice annually, making it accessible online via the Broadband Map. Current developments include a suite of RESTful APIs to enhance search functionality and collaboration with commercial firms. Future steps involve monitoring progress and engaging program contacts for updates. The success of the program relies on ongoing Congressional support for funding and resources.

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National Broadband Mapping Program Update - October 2011

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  1. Broadband Mapping Program - Update Robert F. Austin NGAC Point of Contact October 5, 2011

  2. Program • National Broadband Map • http://broadbandmap.gov/ • The purpose of this program is • To develop an easily read map that shows a comprehensive picture of existing broadband service and • To identify areas in the nation that still do not have broadband service

  3. Program Contacts • Anne Neville • Director, State Broadband Data & Development Grant Program & National Broadband Mapping Program • National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) • Michael Byrne • Geographic Information Officer • Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

  4. Current Activities • Broadband Map is listed on data.gov • Collection methodologies and data development information (i.e., metadata) are included. • Access to the Broadband Map is accomplished by streaming rather than downloads • Each state • Updates the data twice a year • Sends the data to the Federal government and also • Puts the data on-line themselves • Most recent update of the Broadband Map was completed in early September 2011

  5. Current Activities • Much emphasis was placed on search during development • Suite of RESTful APIs was developed at the FCC to support search and other actions • APIs were published and are being reused by commercial firms and other agencies • Use of open source development tools and guidelines and the automation of the input process helped to control the cost of on-going operations

  6. Emerging Issues • Although funding has been committed to project updates, continued funding of the Broadband Map is subject to the will of congress

  7. Next Steps Based the FGDC Summary Response… • Monitor and track progress • Invite Program Contacts to attend next NGAC meeting in Washington • To report on project status • To provide a demonstration of functionality • To discuss current and future develo0pment activities

  8. Questions

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