Regional Workshop on Development of

Tribal Broadband Consortia

Hosted by Mechoopda Indian Tribe of Chico Rancheria at CSU Chico

Please SAVE THE DATE for Tuesday, July 14 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. for the first Regional Workshop on Development of Tribal Broadband Consortia. This event will focus on the development of up to three Tribal Broadband Consortia to provide technical assistance to Tribes interested in broadband grants from the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).

The workshop will be located at Colusa Hall 100, CSU Chico Campus, Chico, California.

All Tribal Governments, Regional Broadband Consortia and other interested stakeholders are welcome. Please RSVP here: https://forms.gle/4XaN5eZABkWA2ewu9 A remote option is available, in-person attendance is encouraged! See more information below in the meetings and workshop section of this newsletter.

The final agenda for the workshop will be posted at the following pages:

• Commissioner Darcie L. Houck
• CASF Rural and Urban Regional Broadband Consortia Account

If your Tribe is interested in hosting a similar workshop in your region, please contact TribalAdvisor@cpuc.ca.gov or Caleb.Jones@cpuc.ca.gov.

Low Income Oversight Board Seeking New Public Member

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) is seeking applications from interested 

individuals to fill one (1) open position on the Low Income Oversight Board (LIOB) representing low-income communities. The LIOB is an advisory board to the CPUC on electric, gas, and water policies that benefit low-income utility customers, and this is an important time to join as the CPUC prepares to consider the next cycle of low-income programs.

This is an opportunity to help inform policies and programs that support low-income households across California.We are seeking a new member who has expertise in, or experience advocating for, the specific needs of low-income communities. We would also welcome applicants with significant experience working with tribal communities, including knowledge of utility affordability, energy access, infrastructure, or low-income program participation challenges affecting tribal communities. 

Applicants with experience working with rural and underserved communities, particularly in Northern California are also encouraged to apply. More information about this opportunity can be found here, New-Member-Solicitation-Flyer and for additional follow up, please direct questions to Jennifer.Gordon@cpuc.ca.gov

Last Call for Survey Participation!

California Teleconnect Fund and Survey for

Tribal Organizations

The California Public Utilities Commission's (CPUC) California Teleconnect Fund (CTF) is a program that provides qualifying organizations, including schools, colleges, libraries, hospitals, clinics, healthcare and community-based organizations, with a discount of up to 50 percent on monthly high-speed internet service bills.

The CPUC is requesting Tribal organization participation in the following survey to help staff understand the specific and unique challenges that organizations face in accessing these benefits. The goal is to remove those barriers.

One coordinated response per organization is appreciated. Please reach out to the team with any questions at ctfhelp@cpuc.ca.gov. For more information on the CTF Program, you can find it here: California Teleconnect Fund.