Broadband | Maine Connectivity Authority

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About the MCA

High-speed Broadband for Maine

The Maine Connectivity Authority (MCA) is committed to expanding access to reliable, high-speed and affordable internet service statewide.

MCA has three primary goals:

Expand effective, accessible connectivity in every part of the state;
Support the creation of secure, affordable, reliable, competitive, sustainable and forward-looking internet infrastructure that can mee future needs; and
Ensure that all residents, businesses and institutions in Maine be able to take full advantage of the economic, health, educational and other opportunities available through connectivity services.

Focusing on projects, places and people, the MCA is advancing digital equity for all Mainers.

Established in 2021, MCA is a quasi-governmental agency charged with achieving universal access to affordable high-speed broadband in Maine.

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See What's Next

Following our extensive engagement period, MCA will be taking the month of June to reflect on all that we have heard from individuals, communities and partners and revise the draft Broadband Action Plan as needed.

The first draft of the BAP will be made available on our website on June 1. We want to reiterate that this a draft plan; content may contain minor spelling or grammatical errors and new content may be added beyond June 1.

Feedback will be collected using a form (online and print), in addition to virtual and in-person listening sessions throughout June. All feedback provided will also be responded to by an MCA staff member.

Public listening sessions:

June 8: in-person in Augusta (register here)
June 15: virtual (register here)
June 26: virtual (register here)
June 30: in-person in Machias (register here)

Next up in the Broadband Action Plan: Reflect & Revise

We will continue to release more information and details as we approach June. Once we have incorporated edits and feedback to this draft, the Initial Proposal will be submitted to the Federal Government by August 1.

Visualizing MCA's Mission

The Maine Connectivity Authority’s Broadband Intelligence Platform presents important data about internet access and service in Maine. The interactive map below includes information about broadband service availability and funding awards.

For a list of service providers at a specific address, click here to access the FCC's map.

Use this tool on a mobile device

Service Classification Map: Based on June 30, 2022 FCC Broadband Data Collection. Accessible maps are available upon request by emailing info@maineconnectivity.org.

Recent & Upcoming Meetings

The Maine Connectivity Authority Board of Directors meetings are open to the public in a virtual format. Meetings serve as an opportunity to learn about MCA's strategy and activities as well as funding and partnership opportunities. Public comment and feedback are welcome here. Click here to view recordings of previous meetings.