The Vermont e-state Initiative is here.
The Vermont e-state Initiative, set forth by Governor James Douglas, is an effort to provide broadband and wireless access to the internet for all Vermonters by the year 2010. The first of its kind, this initiative will not only aid Vermonters, but software companies as well.
Check out the following links to press releases, articles, blog posts and other websites pertaining to initiative and learn how it will help you and your business!
Websites
Broadband Council
Website: http://www.vtbroadband.org/Description: A group who's mission is to promote the use and availability of broadband services throughout the state. Their approach is to do this through demonstration projects that are designed to give individuals and businesses first hand experience with the benefits of high-speed, always-on Internet services. They also are working with organizations, agencies, institutions and businesses around the state to coordinate activities that will help to make affordable broadband service available to more Vermonters. The Vermont Broadband Council is affiliated with the Vermont State Colleges, which has a strong commitment to developing partnerships between the business and education communities. With smart investments in infrastructure, education and workforce development, Vermont can become a magnet for businesses that use cutting-edge telecommunications services.Broadband Authority Business Model
PDF: e-state_Initiative_VTA_Briefing_2007.pdfDescription: A document outlining the goals of the e-state initiative as set forth by Governor James Douglas.e-state Vermont
Website: http://www.e-state-vermont.com/Description: A website dedicated to promoting the success of the e-state initiative. It has links to information on the initiative as well as articles and press releases.Vermont Telecommunications Authority
Website: http://www.telecomvt.org/Description: The official website regarding the e-state initiative. Their mission? "To insure that every corner of the State has access to the Internet at high speed, mobile data and the cellular phone network by the end of 2010"Press & Articles
Vermont's e-state Initiative
July 2007
By Kevin Kelley - Vermont Business Magazine
Governor James Douglas may not be able to achieve his announced ambition of making Vermont the nation's first e-state. But some telecom analysts think Vermont might nevertheless reach the goal of making high-speed Internet connections and reliable cell phone service available to all the state's residents by 2010. And, they say, the economic ramifications of such universal access could prove profound. more >>>
Governor Douglas Proposes e-State
March 21, 2007 By Alex Martin - WCAX NewsSouth Burlington, Vermont - Greg Brand is an owner of a software development company in Richmond, as well as on the board of the Vermont Software Development (sic) Alliance. vtSDA is excited about Governor Jim Douglas' e-state initiative ... more >>>
Broadband Needs to Spread in Vermont
February 6, 2007 By David O'brien - Originally from the Burlington Free PressWhile many states can take advantage of their large-scale resources and populations, we rely on subtle and elegant strategies to ensure Vermont’s continued economic success. Unwilling to trade on our natural treasures, Vermont’s leaders have rightly chosen to use different strategies to achieve economic vibrancy ... more >>>