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MIRC Update May 2010 TISP Forum
The document outlines the Blandin Foundation's initiative to enhance broadband adoption and usage in rural Minnesota through the MN Intelligent Rural Communities project, which is supported by a $4.8 million grant. The project aims to create economically vital rural communities and achieve outcomes such as increased broadband subscribers, job creation, and enhanced digital literacy training. It emphasizes collaboration among various partners and community-driven approaches to address local needs while fostering technological growth and innovation.
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- 1. MN Intelligent RuralCommunities Creating a Culture of UseBernadine Joselyn, Blandin Foundation
- 2. Blandin Foundation MissionTostrengthen rural communities in Minnesota, especially the Grand Rapids Area
- 3. Blandin Broadband VisionToensure a high quality of life and a globally competitive future for its citizens, businesses and communities, Minnesota is committed to making the necessary investment to become a world leader in the universal deployment and use of ultra high-speed next generation broadband
- 4. MN Intelligent RuralCommunities ProjectA $4.8 million dollar grant to drive broadband adoption and use in greater Minnesota using the Intelligent Community economic development framework
- 5. MIRC GoalCreate technologicallyand economically vital rural communities, competing and thriving in the broadband economy.
- 6. MIRC OutcomesIncreased cultureof use of broadband-based servicesIncreased efficiency and effectiveness of digital literacy training service deliveryIncreased economic vitality in rural Minnesota communities
- 7. MIRC Outputs13.5 jobscreated38,416 new household subscribers155 new institutional subscribers3,500 users of public access facilities3,640 participants in at least 16 hours of training1,000 renewed and distributed computers160,000 people reached through project outreach and awareness
- 8. $6.4 M projectBudget
- 9. Outputs and Outcomes(inthe next 24-30 months)Increased residential broadband subscribers 2% of normal growth (over 38,000 households)
- 10. Increased small businesssubscribers (240)
- 11. Jobs created orretained (13.5)
- 12. Small business reached(6,000), trained (2,000), provided extensive technical assistance (200)
- 13. Individuals reached (25,000),trained (2,500).Intelligent Community Framework Intelligent Community promotes a “culture of use”Broadband infrastructureKnowledge WorkersInnovationDigital InclusionMarketing/Advocacy
- 14. KNOWLEDGE WORKFORCEBROADBANDMARKET INGINNOVATIONDIGITALINCLUSIONThe ICF Virtuous Cycle
- 15. Statewide ActivitiesEnhanced publicaccess at workforce centers with access to training and online learningE-entrepreneurship / small business training and supportProvide computers to vulnerable populationsSupport community broadband initiativesCommunity planningMarket developmentApplication developmentFeasibility studies
- 16. Partners and RolesBusinessTrainingUM ExtensionMN Renewable Energy MarketplaceCitizen TrainingMN Learning Commons DEED Workforce CentersOutreachRegional Development CommissionsSupportPC’s for PeopleUniversity of MN – CrookstonIntelligent Community Forum11 Demonstration CommunitiesOthers?
- 17. Demonstration CommunitiesUpper MNValley RDCWillmarWindomWinonaWorthingtonBenton CountyCook County Grand Rapids AreaLeech Lake Band of OjibweStevens CountyThief River Falls
- 18. Demonstration Communities11 IntelligentCommunity Demonstration CommunitiesEach community has a commitment of up to $100,000 in funds to implement their Intelligent Community InitiativeCommunities must implement a minimum of four projectsAll must fit into one of the Intelligent Community elementsAt least one project must address digital inclusion
- 19. Demonstration CommunitiesLed bya Project Coordinator in each community and local Steering Committee of key community stakeholdersBaseline utilization surveys Goal settingProject identificationProject implementation (funds for adoption of community-impacting technology applications (health, education, government, business)
- 20. Demonstration CommunitiesUnique communityneedsTailor the program of action to their areaMakes it a grass roots initiative.Prior experiences with Blandin’s Broadband initiative to lead their efforts.Menu of support partners are available that communities can utilize to achieve their goals.Cross-pollination of ideas between communities.
- 21. Kandiyohi County &WillmarEDC’s Technology Committee will serve as the initial core steering committee.Requests for ideas will be solicited from the community.A work plan will be identified and submitted to Blandin Foundation.Process builds consensus. Broadens scope of plan to meet greatest needs or most vital projects.
- 22. EvaluationUniversity of Minnesota-Crookston,EDA Center - Jack GellerBTOP MeasuresIncreased residential and business broadband subscribersJobs created or retained Small business training/supportIndividuals reached, trained Demonstration Community outcomes – Intelligent Community indicators
- 23. Multi-Sector Partner RolesMakingeffective use of Minnesota assets!
- 24. Outreach Role ofthe Regional Development CommissionsExpertiseEconomic development / social servicesConnection to all stakeholders RolePromote MIRC resources through media, meetings and RDC communication toolsFacilitate delivery of MIRC resources w/in the regionConsider initiation of regional broadband planning
- 25. Business Technology TrainingUMNExtension center for Community Vitality Provide training in e-commerce and other broadband issues for businesses within MIRC and other rural communities.Coordinate technical assistance providers for these business and supporting business and community leaders to develop sustainable broadband efforts for the future.
- 26. Business Technology TrainingMNREMSpecialtytechnology training for businesses in the renewable energy sector
- 27. Workforce TrainingMN LearningCommonsOnline knowledge worker career training delivered via instructor and independent learning to workers in transition
- 28. Minnesota Learning CommonsThemission of the Minnesota Learning Commons is to provide access to effective and efficient online learning provided by Minnesota public education partners.MnLC
- 29. Workforce TrainingMN WorkforceCentersDeliver knowledge worker training and digital literacy training at workforce centersExtended hours for public access
- 30. Computers for AllPCsfor PeopleGather suitable PCsRenew PCs with hardwareRenew PCs with licensed softwareDistribute to those in need
- 31. Expanding Our PartnershipPossibilitiesInternet Service ProvidersPartnering with PCs for People?Joint promotion and marketing efforts?IndustryCommunityLibrariesVirtual workforce centers?Sites for training?Others?Your ideas welcome!
- 32.
Editor's Notes
- #12 On a base of solid broadband infrastructure, communities pursue the creation, attraction and support of knowledge workers; spur innovation; and address digital inclusion. Communities create their marketing/advocacy story based on these assets.
- #14 Invite groups to stand as they are named
- #15 “communities” broadly defined – include individual cities, individual counties, a regional development commission and a tribal communityInvite reps to stand as they are named
- #26 What will it do?+ Promote and advocate+ Share and educate+ Develop and fund