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Events 2023: Highlights
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“Internet for All” NTIA Press Conference in Albuquerque
Tuesday, January 10, 2023, 1PM MT
City of Albuquerque International District Public Library
7601 Central Avenue NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108

New Mexico Broadband Director Kelly Schlegel and National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) Senior Advisor Barbara Cottam will discuss the anticipated impact of federal Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) funding in local communities throughout New Mexico. The state recently receiving $5,740,534.91 in funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, signed by President Biden, to plan for the deployment and adoption of affordable, equitable, and reliable high-speed Internet service throughout the state.             
Federal and state officials will be joined by representatives of Teeniors, a local program that pairs tech-savvy-teens with seniors to provide coaching and support for access and meaningful use of digital technology. Also participating in the availability will be Catherine Nicolaou, Broadband Program Manager for the City of Albuquerque.
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*This event is open to the press and there will be press availability with federal and state officials."

New Mexico Broadband Day at the Roundhouse
Wednesday, February 15, 2023

New Mexico State Capitol Building in Santa Fe. NM

8:30 Announcement in the Rotunda
  • Kelly Schlegel, OBAE
  • Governor Michelle Lujan-Grisham
  • Kimball Sekaquaptewa, Connect New Mexico Council
  • Godfrey Enjady, Connect CNM Council & Tribal Working Group
  • Melanie Goodman, U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan

12Noon-1pm Highlight Presentations in the Rotunda
12:00 Welcome from OBAE - Kelly Schlegel
12:05 CNMC - Kimball Sekaquaptewa
12:10 Mamacitas Cyberneticas - Maria Chaparro & Team
12:15 Health Action Network.- Joe Martinez
12:20 NM Public Education Department - John Chadwick & 
          R9 Video from True Kids 1 Student Tech Team
12:25 Jemez Pueblo - Kevin Shendo & Team
12:30 Santa Fe Community College - Kris Swedin & Video
12:35 NM Community Foundation - Erika Davila
         Broadband Collective Equity Grant Recipients

12:40 Colores United - Tamara Rosenberg
12:45 RediNet - Jerold Baca
12:50 Jicarilla Apache
​12:55 Public School Facilities Authority - Ovidiu Viorica
        Statewide Education Network (SEN)
        Connecting New Mexico's Internet Highway

8:30am-2pm Tables in the East and West Wings
  1. Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE)
    Connect New Mexico Council (CNMC)
  2. Data and Mapping Working Group
  3. Digital Equity Working Group 
  4. Regional Planning & Community Engagement Working Group
    Association of Counties 
  5. Tribal Working Group 
  6. Jemez Pueblo and Cultivating Our Own to Lead
  7. Santa Fe Community College PROTEC Fiber Optic Technician Program
  8. Office of U.S. Senator Lujan
  9. Public School Facilities Authority (PSFA)
    School Education Network (SEN)
    Pueblo Education Network (PEN)
  10. Public Education Department (PED)
    Region 9 Education Cooperative (REC9)
  11. NTIA and Internet for All
  12. New Mexico Community Foundation & Broadband Collective
    Broadband Equity Fund Grantees:
    Colores United, Tamara Rosenberg
    RediNet, Jerold Baca
    Jicarilla Apache
  13. Health Action Network 
  14. Kit Carson
  15. Big Byte
  16. Comcast
  17. Albuquerque Network Operators Group (ABQNOG)
  18. NM Fiber Network (Josh Beug)
  19. NM Exchange Carrier Group
2pm Connect New Mexico Council Meeting at PSFA Santa Fe Office

​4-8pm Broadband Day Reception at OBAE Director's home
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4-8pm Evening Reception 
​at the home of OBAE Director Kelly Schlegel
Las Campanas - Santa Fe, New Mexico 
RSVP Required

Spring Sprint 2023
Kicking off the statewide (BEAD) and Digital Equity (DE) planning process with the Broadband Spring Spring and Connect New Mexico Month in March! Over the next few months, community members are invited to participate in a wide range of activities and events including six Regional Meetings, a Network Operators' Conference,  Virtual Broadband Listening Sessions, a Statewide Summit, two Broadband Bootcamps, and a series of interviews, focus groups, town halls, workshops, and webinars.
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Connect New Mexico Month
The New Mexico Office of Broadband Access & Expansion (OBAE) is launching the statewide initiative to develop the New Mexico Broadband Expansion, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Plan and the New Mexico Digital Equity Plan during "Connect New Mexico Month." Check out the Map Challenge and sign up for the OBAE Mailing List for information and updates on how you can get involved AND to track announcements of the Wave Two New Mexico Pilot Grant Awards and Award ceremonies. For more information on funding, visit New Mexico Broadband Funding Awards.
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Regional Broadband Meetings: 9am-1pm
April 17 - Region 6 in Alamogordo, Otero County
April 18 - Region 3 in Los Lunas, Valencia County
May 11 - Region 4 in Springer, Colfax County
May 12 - Region 5 in Las Cruces, Dona Ana County
May 15 - Region 1 in Farmington, San Juan County
May 16 - Region 2 in Hernandez, Rio Arriba County
 
Network Operators Conference
May 4 - 9am-5pm  
in Albuquerque ABNOG

Industry Focus Group
May 8 - Private Industry Focus Group in Artesia

Virtual Broadband Listening Sessions
​Complete schedule - register online
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Statewide Summit
May 24 - 9am-3pm
Internet for All New Mexico Broadband Summit
at Buffalo Thunder Resort and Casino
​on the Pueblo of Pojoaque in Santa Fe County 

"Let's Get Going" Broadband Bootcamps
June 28 - 9am-5pm in Las Cruces
June 29 - 9am-5pm in Albuquerque
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New Mexico Regional Broadband Meetings 2023
​Join us for a Broadband Meeting in your region. Meet state local and officials, learn about broadband initiatives and funding opportunities, share local stories, and participate in development of the statewide New Mexico Broadband and Digital Equity Plan. 
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Monday, April 17, 2023, in Alamogordo 9am-1pm
Southeast Region 6
8 counties: Otero, Lea,
Lincoln, DeBaca, Chaves, Eddy, Roosevelt, Curry.
Hosted in Otero County at Otero County Fairgrounds
401 Fairgrounds Road, Alamogordo NM ​​88310
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Tuesday, April 18, 2023, in Los Lunas 9am-1pm
Central Region 3
3 counties: Valencia, Bernalillo, Torrance.

Hosted in Valencia County at UNMVC
280 La Entrada Rd, Los Lunas, NM 87031

Thursday, May 11, 2023, in Springer 9am-1pm
Northeast Region 4
7 counties: Colfax, Union, Mora, Harding, San Miguel, Quay, Guadalupe.

Hosted in Colfax County at Luna Community College, Springer Campus
516 Maxwell Avenue, Springer, NM 87747

Friday, May 12, 2023, in Las Cruces 9am-1pm
Southwest Region 5
7 counties: Doña Ana,
Catron, Socorro, Sierra, Grant, Luna, Hidalgo.
Hosted in Doña Ana County at Doña Ana County Government Center
845 N. Motel Blvd., Las Cruces, NM

Monday, May 15, 2023, in Farmington 9am-1pm
Northwest Region 1
4 counties: Sandoval, San Juan, McKinley, Cibola.
Hosted in Region 1 at Farmington Municipal Schools
3401 E. 30th St Farmington, NM 87402

Tuesday, May 16, 2023, in Hernandez 9am-1pm
North Central Region 2

North Central Region 2
4 counties: Rio Arriba, Los Alamos, Santa Fe, Taos.

Hosted in Rio Arriba County at Hernandez Community Center
​19418 A US-84, Hernandez, NM 87537
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NM Economic Development 6 Regions
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The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) has six "Community, Business, & Rural Development" (CBRD) regions that assist businesses & communities in a broad variety of economic development needs.

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Regional Broadband Meeting Agenda
(subject to change)
8:30 am  Refreshments
9:00am – 10:00am      
Welcome, Introductions,
Updates from OBAE                 
10:00am – 10:15am Break
10:15am-11:40am 
BEAD Plan, Digital Equity Plan, Timelines & Process; Data Mapping, Funding Opportunities Ahead
11:40am -12 noon Next Steps
12 noon - 1:00pm 
Working Lunch and
Community Roundtable                                                                     
Specialized Workshops or Open Office Hours to meet with staff of the NM Office of Broadband Access and Expansion may be hosted in the afternoon from 1-3pm in some regions.

With Special Thanks to Otero County, Otero County Fairgrounds, and Commissioner Amy Barela for their collaboration and support in making this event possible and kicking off the Regional Meeting series.
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New Mexico ​Regional Broadband Meeting
Monday, April 17, 2023, 9am-1pm
Southeast Region 6 
in Alamogordo
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8 counties: Otero, Lea, Lincoln, DeBaca,
Chaves, Eddy, Roosevelt, and Curry Counties

County Fairgrounds
401 Fairgrounds Road Alamogordo, New Mexico In Otero County
Meet state and local officials, learn about broadband initiatives and funding opportunities, and participate in development of the statewide New Mexico Broadband and Digital Equity Plan. Download the Invite

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New Mexico Regional ​Broadband Meeting
​Tuesday, April 18, 2023, 9am-1pm
Central Region 3 in Los Lunas

3 counties:  Valencia, Bernalillo, and Torrance 
UNMVC 
in Valencia County
280 La Entrada Rd Los Lunas, NM 87031
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Meet state and local officials, learn about broadband initiatives and funding opportunities, and participate in development of the statewide New Mexico Broadband and Digital Equity Plan. 
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New Mexico ​Regional Broadband Meeting
Thursday, May 11, 2023, 9am-1pm
Northeast Region 4 in Springer

​7 counties: Colfax, Union, Mora, Harding,
San Miguel, Quay, and Guadalupe Counties

Location Changed to: St. Joseph’s Church Parish Hall
605 5th St  Springer, NM 87747


​Meet state and local officials, learn about broadband initiatives and funding opportunities, and participate in development of the statewide New Mexico Broadband and Digital Equity Plan. ​​
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New Mexico  Regional Broadband Meeting
Monday, May 15, 2023, 9am-1pm
Northwest Region 1 in Farmington

​4 counties: Sandoval, San Juan, McKinley, and Cibola Counties
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Farmington Municipal Schools
3401 E. 30th St Farmington, NM 87402

​Meet state and local officials, learn about broadband initiatives and funding opportunities, and participate in development of the statewide New Mexico Broadband and Digital Equity Plan. ​
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New Mexico  Regional Broadband Meeting
Tuesday, May 16, 2023, 9am-1pm
​North Central Region 2 in Hernandez

4 counties:  Rio Arriba, Los Alamos, Santa Fe, and Taos
​Hernandez Community Center
​19418 A US-84 Hernandez, NM 87537 in Rio Arriba County

​Meet state and local officials, learn about broadband initiatives and funding opportunities, and participate in development of the statewide New Mexico Broadband and Digital Equity Plan. 
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New Mexico ​Regional Broadband Meeting
Friday, May 12, 2023, 9am-1pm
Southwest Region 5 
in Las Cruces

7 counties: Hosted in Doña Ana County
​Doña Ana, Catron, Socorro, Sierra, Grant, Luna, and Hidalgo
Doña Ana County Government Center
845 N. Motel Blvd. Las Cruces, NM in Doña Ana County
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Meet state and local officials, learn about broadband initiatives and funding opportunities, and participate in development of the statewide New Mexico Broadband and Digital Equity Plan. ​ ​

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FAQ - Regional Broadband Meetings

1. Will these be recorded for play back if you cannot attend or they only live in-person events?
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The first series of Regional Broadband Meetings this spring are in-person and will not be live-streamed. However, a series of webinars to share information virtually will follow. OBAE will also be co-hosting the Internet for All New Mexico Broadband Statewide Summit with NTIA on Tuesday May 24th at Buffalo Thunder in Pojoaque, That event will be live-streamed but registration has not opened yet. We recommend registering for the mailing list online to receive updates on events ahead at https://connect.nm/gov/mailing-list.
​Also, you can share your input by completing a survey online at https://connect.nm.gov/tell-us  
2. If I cannot attend this time, will there be other opportunities to participate in a meeting the future?
The state of New Mexico will be hosting numerous community meetings and events and is eager to support local communities in mobilizing regionally to improve broadband access and adoption. We recommend registering for the mailing list online to receive updates on events ahead at https://connect.nm/gov/mailing-list.
​Also, you can share your input by completing a survey online at https://connect.nm.gov/tell-us ​
3. Can I attend a Regional Broadband Meeting that is not the region where I live or work?
OBAE is hosting six Regional Broadband Meetings in the spring 2023 series. Although attending the regional broadband meeting in the region where you live or work is recommended, similar information will be shared statewide and community members can attend a broadband meeting in any region.
​Also, you can share your input by completing an inventory or taking a  survey at https://connect.nm.gov/tell-us ​

Broadband Listening Sessions 2023
​Click on "Register Here" to pre-register and receive the zoom link for each virtual Broadband Listening Sessions.
 Broadband Listening Sessions are open to the public and although an impact area may be highlighted, all community members are invited and encouraged to participate in any of the virtual Broadband Listening Sessions. ​Pre-register now to attend one or all of the upcoming virtual Broadband Listening Sessions and help Connect New Mexico! 
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 use the button below to complete a survey to help Connect New Mexico!
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Monday, May 8 - 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Local and Regional Governments
Register Here

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Wednesday, May 10 - 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Local and Regional Governments 

Register Here

Friday, May 19 - 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Community Anchor Institutions
Register Here

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Friday, May 19 - 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Health Centers, Health Alliance (CAIs)
Register Here
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Monday, May 22 - 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Digital Equity Organizations/ Covered Populations
Register Here
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Friday, May 26 - 12:30 – 1:30 pm
Organizations/Covered Populations
Register Here
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Tuesday, May 30 - 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Workforce Development and Community
Register Here
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​Wednesday, May 31 - 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Workforce Development and Community
Register    
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Wednesday, May 31 - 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Workforce Development
Register Here
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Monday, June 5 - 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Internet Service Providers

Register Here
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Thursday, June 8 - 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Internet Service Providers
Register Here
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Friday, June 9 - 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Tribal Governments and Agencies

Register Here
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Monday, June 12 - 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Business & Economic Development 
Register Here
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Wednesday, June 14 - 12:00 – 1:00 pm
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Business & Economic Development
Register Here
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Thursday, June 22 - 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Human Services Division
Register Here

Internet for All New Mexico Broadband Summit 2023
Wednesday, May 24, 2023, 9am - 3pm
PLUS Tribal Roundtable - Starts @ 3pm
Hilton Buffalo Thunder​ on Pojoaque Pueblo, North of Santa Fe
20 Buffalo Thunder Trail Santa Fe, NM 87506
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The statewide Internet for All New Mexico Broadband Summit hosted by the New Mexico Office of Broadband Access & Expansion (OBAE). Meet federal and state officials, learn about broadband initiatives and funding opportunities, share local stories, and participate in development of the statewide New Mexico Broadband and Digital Equity Plans.  On behalf of the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, New Mexico Office of Broadband Access and Expansion, Connect New Mexico Council, New Mexico Association of Counties, and New Mexico Municipal League, we thank you all for your participation in this event and look forward to continuing our work together to connect everyone in New Mexico to affordable and reliable internet.
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Recording
 
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Internet for All:
New Mexico Broadband Summit 2023
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Reservations: To reserve a room at the Hilton Buffalo Thunder using the discounted group rate for this event on Tuesday, May 23 and/or Wednesday, May 24, use this link:  Book Your Hotel Room online Then, enter the Event Code: BroadB OR if you are a Government or Tribal Government Agency, enter the Government Code: GV. There are a limited number of rooms available at a discount for this event,  so book your room right away! To reach the hotel by phone, call 1-800-Hiltons
NTIA’s programs: 
Internet for All
Internet for All Newsletter
Internet for All Interactive Map.
Agenda (subject to change):
Opening (9:00 am – 9:25 am)
Welcome, Blessing, and Introductions
  • Welcome:
    Governor Jenelle Roybal, Pueblo of Pojoaque
  • Invocation:
    Samuel Villarreal Catanach, Director, Tewa Language Department for the Pueblo of Pojoaque
  • Introductions:
    Kelly Schlegel,
    Director, New Mexico Office of Broadband Access & Expansion
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Morning Session  (9:25 am - 10:30 am)
Connecting the Dots - 
​Broadband is Everybody's Business

This session will look at the state of broadband in New Mexico and the goals and purposes of the BEAD and Digital Equity programs. It will also look at how the state is developing their BEAD and Digital Equity plans and how stakeholders can work with the broadband office to provide input, find information on resources and future funding opportunities, technical assistance and other critical information.
  • ​Kelly Schlegel, Director, New Mexico Office of Broadband Access & Expansion ​
Community Spotlight: Mobilizing for Connectivity 
Learn how our communities are working to connect their residents. 
  • Kevin Shendo, Education Director, Pueblo of Jemez
  • Community Voices: open forum for quick updates from local communities
Break (10:30 am - 10:45 am)
Morning Panel 1 (10:45 am - 11:30 am)
​Digital Access Challenges & Solutions for New Mexico
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to addressing the unique digital equity challenges in the state. Panelists will discuss some of the critical challenges communities face with regard to broadband adoption and use and how to focus efforts to address those challenges.  
Moderator: Knowledge Build Hudson, Digital Equity Advisor, National Telecommunications and Information Administration 
  • Eli Guinnee, State Librarian, New Mexico, and Chair, Connect New Mexico Council Digital Equity and Inclusion Working Group
  • Catherine Nicolaou, Broadband Director, City of Albuquerque, and Co-chair, Connect New Mexico Council Digital Equity and Inclusion Working Group
  • Godfrey Enjady, General Manager, Mescalero Apache Telecom, Inc,. and Chair, Connect New Mexico Council Tribal Working Group
  • Maria Chaparro, Founder, Mamacitas Ciberneticas (Virtual)​
Morning Panel 2 (11:30 pm - 12:15)
Workforce Development Strategies for New Mexico
This panel will focus on workforce development needs and how the state can develop strategies to meet current and future needs while creating a path to economic success for its residents. 
Moderator: Sarita Nair, Cabinet Secretary, New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions and Contract Training
  • Kimball Sekaquaptewa, Chief Technology Officer, Santa Fe Indian School and Chair, Connect New Mexico Council
  • Kris Swedin, Dean, Santa Fe Community College, Office of Continuing Education and Contract Training
  • Lenelle (Elle) Sernam, Teeniors: Tech Savvy Teens Empowering Seniors
  • Shara Montoya, CTE Director, Tularosa Municipal Schools, Student Tech Support Team
  • Tamara Rosenberg, Business Advisor, Small Business Development Center at Western New Mexico University, and Letter from Bryan Simpson, Early College High School Principal, Deming Public Schools​
Lunch and Networking - Lunch Provided 
​(12:15 pm - 1:00 pm)
Afternoon Session (1:00 pm - 1:30 pm)
Connecting the Dots on the Map:
FCC Data & Mapping Update

This session will provide an update on connectivity , Affordable Connectivity Program enrollment, and the status of the state’s mapping efforts and the FCC map challenge process
  • Sayuri Rajapakse, Acting Chief, Office of Native Affairs and Policy, Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
  • Kimia Nikseresht, Assistant Counsel at Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
  • Natalie Runyan, Geospatial Information Officer, New Mexico Department of Information Technology (DoIT) and New Mexico Office of Broadband Access & Expansion (OBAE)
Afternoon Panel (1:30 pm - 2:15 pm)
​Shared Missions: Interagency Coordination for Universal Connectivity

Representatives from federal and state government will discuss current broadband programs and interagency coordination.
Moderator: U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján
  • Xochitl Torres-Small, Under Secretary for Rural Development, U.S. Department of Agriculture
  • Geoffrey Starks, Commissioner, Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
  • Heidi Todacheene, Senior Advisor, U.S. Department of the Interior
  • Courtney Dozier, Deputy Director, National Telecommunications and Information Administration
  • Kelly Schlegel, Director, New Mexico Office of Broadband Access & Expansion
Fireside Chat (2:15 pm - 2:45 pm)
  • U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján
  • Alan Davidson, Assistant Secretary for Communications and Information, U.S. Department of Commerce​
Closing and Next Steps (2:45 pm - 3:00 pm)
  • Kelly Schlegel, Director, New Mexico Office of Broadband Access & Expansion

Afternoon Special Event:
​Tribal Roundtable @ 3:00 pm

Download the Slide Decks:
Connecting the Dots: Broadband is Everybody's Business
by Kelly Schlegel, Director of the Office of Broadband Access & Expansion
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Community Spotlight: Mobilizing for Connectivity
by Kevin Shendo, Education Director, Pueblo of Jemez

Digital Access Challenges and Solutions for New Mexico
by Maria Chaparo, Mamacítas Cibernéticas

Connecting the Dots:
​FCC Data and Mapping Update from the FCC

by Sayuri Rajapakee, Acting Chief, Office of Native Affairs and Policy, Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and
Kimia Nikeresht, Assistant Counsel at Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

Connecting the Dots:
FCC Data and Mapping Update from New Mexico

by Natalie Runyam, Geospatial Information Officer, NM Department of Information Technology (DoIT) and NM Office of Broadband Access & Expansion (OBAE)


Let's Get Going One-Day Broadband Bootcamps 2023
Registration and Refreshments: 9:00am-9:30am
Program: 9:30am to 4:30pm (includes lunch)
  • Southern Bootcamp: Wednesday, June 28
    Location: Doña Ana Community College
    1700 O-Hara Road Anthony, New Mexico 88021
    Apply for Southern Bootcamp June 28, 2023, in Anthony
    Southern Bootcamp Slide Deck from ILSR
  • Northern Bootcamp: Thursday, June 29
    Location: Pueblo of Tesuque Tribal Administration Building
    20 TP 828  Santa Fe, NM  87506
    Apply for Northern Bootcamp June 29, 2023, in Tesuque Pueblo
    Northern Bootcamp Slide Deck from ILSR
Community broadband planning and coordinating digital inclusion ecosystems is complicated work. This one-day broadband bootcamp is designed to help local governments, elected officials, nonprofits, foundations, and digital equity advocates orient themselves and develop a better understanding of the broadband landscape in order to support collective development of effective solutions. The program is aimed at helping participants understand broadband and digital equity basics, identify local needs, evaluate options, and chart an achievable path to their goals. From leveraging existing assets, to financing, to partnerships, to evaluating available models for success, this program is designed to demystify every step of the process.  Attendance is free, but submission and acceptance of an application is required prior to the event. Space is limited and priority will be given to local community members and small local teams eager to learn together, mobilizing locally for connectivity, and/or building a community coalition. 

Agenda:

Facilitated by Chris Mitchell and the Institute for Local Self-Reliance (ILSR)

​9:00 a.m. Registration, refreshements, and breakfast
9:30 a.m. Intro and Welcome
10:00 a.m. Broadband Basics and Digital Equity
What is the Internet?
  • What is the middle mile? (show graphic)
  • Wireless / Fiber optics
  • Why is it so hard to get everyone connected?
  • Challenges with rural areas, Pueblos, and Colonias​
  • Affordable Connectivity Program
  • Q&A
12:00 p.m. Lunch (provided)
12:45 p.m. How to work locally for better Internet access
  • How to build a digital equity coalition
  • Small group discussions and work
1:45 p.m. Workforce development
2:45 p.m. Bio break
3:00 p.m. Funding opportunities and More
  • Federal programs funding broadband and digital equity
  • What is likely to happen over the next several years on broadband?
4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Conclusion & Final Q&A
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Connect New Mexico Press Conference 2023
Thursday, July 6, 2023 4-5:30PM

New Mexico will celebrate announcement of the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program award of $675 million dollars that will be allocated to the state of New Mexico to support Broadband infrastructure development.
  • NM Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham
  • NM Senator Ben Ray Lujan
  • NM Representative Teresa Leger Fernandez
  • Mitch Landrieu, White House Advisor
  • Kelly Schlegel, OBAE Director
  •  April Delaney, NTIA Deputy Assistant

Connect New Mexico Summer Barbecue 2023
Saturday, July 29, 2023, starting at 3pm. 

Location: North from Santa Fe in La Tierra Las Campanas area
RSVP Here - RSVP Required to Attend
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New Mexico Digital Equity Summit
Thursday, October 5, 2023, 9:30 am – 12:30 pm

UNM Taos ​Bataan Hall
120 Civic Plaza Drive Taos, NM  87571


This event is free and  hosted by the Connect New Mexico Digital Equity and Inclusion Working Group ​in honor of National Digital Inclusion Week October 2-6, 2023!
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Agenda:
9:30-9:45  Introductions
Connect New Mexico Digital Equity & Inclusion Working Group
9:45-10:30 State Digital Equity Plan
8 Covered Populations, CTC Findings
10:30-10:45 BREAK
10:45-11:30 Mission/Vision and Solutions (small groups/Zoom)
11:30-11:45 BREAK
11:45-12:30 Report-out and Highights on Solutions/Call to Action
​12:30 Lunch
Presentation Deck
​Feedback Form
Zoom Recording
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From Digital Equity Stakeholders:
"Broadband is bringing many opportunities to the residents of New Mexico to gain access to dependable, affordable internet services! Multiple generations of New Mexicans stand to benefit from connecting to internet services.  Digital Equity funding and activities will  help bridge the technology gap for those who are not yet served by quality, affordable internet services.  Health Action New Mexico, a statewide non-profit advocacy organization, is focusing efforts to help the communities most in need of internet services to become aware of the many opportunities that broadband is bringing and to get prepared to get involved in those opportunities.  Broadband empowers families to succeed in education, in getting well-paying jobs, in social interactions with friends and family worldwide, in preserving cultures, in gaining healthcare access, in advancing personal goals, and more. Digital Equity helps keep the promise of the opportunities of broadband for those who need it the most in New Mexico."  Joe Martinez, Health Action New Mexico

"The National Digital Inclusion Alliance defines Digital Equity as “the condition in which all individuals and communities have the information technology capacity needed for full participation in our society, democracy, and economy.” For me, the key point is that the capacity to fully participate does not stop with physical access to appropriate hardware, software, and network connectivity. If we are striving for digital equity, we must also ensure that systems are designed for accessibility and with diverse populations in mind. Those populations must also have the opportunity to participate in education and training programs that teach them how to use those tools effectively, efficiently and creatively to support their own interests and goals. We are rapidly advancing into a digital age that will be shaped by information technology, including advances in automation, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. It is therefore more critical than ever that we design programs, systems, and services for equity, algorithmic justice, and empowerment of diverse populations in the use of digital technology. " Elisha Allen, Director Online Strategies & Academic Technologies UNM

New Mexico Broadband Summit 2023
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
, 7am - 6:30pm
Location: Sandia Resort and Casino


Hosted by Kelly Cable and the New Mexico Chamber of Commerce and Kelly Cable, attend this event to learn about important Updates from the New Mexico Office of Broadband Access & Expansion (OBAE), New Mexico Department of Transportation (DOT), New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions (DWS), US Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the National Tribal Telecommunications Association (NTTA). Drew Lovelace, Acting Director of the Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE) will present updates from OBAE.

​Agenda (subject to change):
7:00am - Check in, Registration and Coffee
7:45am - NMCC Opening remarks: Rob Black and Scott Lopez
8:00am - US Senator Lujan or MLG - Intro Remarks on NM Broadband Ecosystem
8:30am - NM OBAE Update and Q&A: Drew Lovelace
9:15am - NM DOT Updates: Ricky Serna
9:30am - NM Legislative Update - Sen. Michael Padilla
9:45am - USDA Update: Billy Kinter
10:15am - NTIA Update and Q&A:  Gabe Montoya
11:00am - NTTA Update: Godfrey Enjady
11:15am - FAST Panel: PoQueen and Kimball
11:45am - Work Force Solutions Update: Sarita Nair
12:00noon - Working Lunch: US Senator Lujan - Remarks on NM Broadband Ecosystem
1:30pm - City of ABQ Broadband Updates:  Catherine Nicolau 
1:45pm - Digital Equity Updates: Catherine Nicolau
2:00pm - Southern NM Broadband Updates
2:00pm - NTIA Technical Assistance - 3.5 Hour Workshop: Location TBD
                  2:00pm -  TA NTIA
                  3:15pm – TA DE
                  4:30pm – TA Tribal

2:15pm - Workforce Solutions Employer Survey: Main Ballroom
3:00pm - Rural Electric Cooperative Updates – NMRECA - Charise Swanson
3:15pm - LEC Updates
3:30pm - Industry Updates 
4:00pm - Industry Updates
5:00pm - Closing Comments: Rob Black and Scott Lopez
​5:30pm - Networking Reception
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