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Jul 23, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Eastern Shore of Virginia Broadband Authority Regular Meeting
The Board of Directors met to address various operational and administrative matters. Key discussion topics included system status updates on WiFi hotspots, residential broadband, the WISP EVPL program, the microcommunity program, and progress on USDA grants. The Board reviewed an organizational update and considered establishing a new bank account. A closed session was held regarding confidential proprietary information and trade secrets. Additionally, the Board reviewed proposed commercial internet rates and dedicated internet pricing structures.
Mar 26, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Board of Directors of the Eastern Shore of Virginia Broadband Authority Regular Meeting
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The board discussed system status and build reports, including WiFi hotspots, residential broadband, and USDA grants. They considered and adopted resolutions related to USDA grant and contract designations for Bailey Neck, Mt. Nebo, Custis Neck, and Locustville projects, and authorized the Executive Director to execute BEAD contracts. Additionally, the board reviewed the FY25 audit report, approved FY26 budget amendments involving emergency locating services, vehicle procurement, and an organizational structure study, and discussed the adoption of the FY27 budget. Updates on the VATI project close-out and BEAD program milestones were also presented.
Jan 22, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Eastern Shore Broadband Authority Regular Meeting
Key discussions during the meeting included the System Status and Build Report, noting that 26 of 28 WiFi Hotspots are in service and reporting the current active residential customer count of 4550 across various locations. Old business involved updates on the VATI FY22 Report, which has completed its audit, and the BEAD Program Progress, anticipating procurement startup once contracts are signed. New business featured the review of the staff complaint policy and the consideration and adoption of the 2026 board meeting schedule, which included moving the November meeting to December. The Treasurer's Report was presented, and the Board entered a Closed Session to discuss contracted revenue, proprietary business strategy, and internal costing of commercial products, followed by the approval of staff bonuses.
Sep 25, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Eastern Shore of Virginia Broadband Authority Regular Meeting
The meeting included discussions on WiFi hotspots, residential broadband, the WISP EVPL program, the Microcommunity Program, and USDA grants. Updates were provided on the Bailey Neck & Mt Nebo CDF project and the Custis Neck & Locustville project. The VATI FY22 report indicated that ESVBA should be receiving an additional reimbursement in November. The board also discussed the BEAD program progress and a staff complaint policy. The Executive Director's salary was raised by 3% after the closed session.
