Item 80

Authorize to accept and expend State and Local Implementation Grant Program funds in the amount of $870,841 from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, US Department of Commerce. (2)Further authorize to establish class 046 consultant positions for the purpose of providing program required, communications-related data collection, surveying, outreach to local communities, documentation, technical guidance, education, assessment and reporting out to NTIA and class 050, part-time personnel to provide administrative support as well as database creation and maintenance. Effective upon G&C approval through December 31, 2015. 100% Federal Funds. Fiscal Committee approved.