Oconto County Seeks Resident Input on Allocation of Title III Funds for Emergency Services and Broadband Access

Oconto County has opened a public comment period from May 15 to June 29, 2024, to discuss how to allocate Title III funds from the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self Determination Act of 2000. Residents can send their feedback by mail or email to the Oconto County Forest, Parks and Recreation Office.

The county will receive approximately $7,607.75 in 2023 and $7,633.30 in 2024 from Title III. These funds are intended for specific purposes such as supporting the Firewise Communities program, covering emergency services costs including search and rescue, and developing community wildfire protection plans. The funds can also be used to improve broadband telecommunications access in the area.

For 2023 and 2024, Oconto County plans to use the funds to buy an ATV for emergency services and to set aside money for future emergency needs on qualifying federal lands. This plan is designed to improve the county's emergency response and preparedness.

The county encourages public participation to ensure that the allocation of funds meets the community's needs. Input from residents is crucial for effective use of the federal funds.

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