Broadband Study for the Maine Off-Shore Islands of: Islesford, Great Cranberry, Sutton, Vinalhaven, North Haven, Monhegan, Matinicus, Frenchboro, Swan’s, Chebeague, Long Island, Isle Au Haut, Cliff, and Peaks Submitted to: The Island Institute Prepared by: Tilson 245 Commercial Street, Suite 203 Portland, ME 04101 Phone: 207-591-6427 E-mail:
[email protected] Submitted: November 6, 2015 Note: Price and cost information included in the following report is an estimate based on recent quotes, historical data, assumptions about the project scope and approach, and the current regulatory environment and market conditions. Tilson recommends updating the estimates and allocating sufficient contingency to allow for changes in prices, costs, scope and market conditions as time passes. Tax estimates, where provided, are approximate. It is the responsibility of service providers to assess and collect taxes in accordance with local, state and federal law. Table of Contents Study Background .............................................................................................................1 Report Structure ...............................................................................................................1 Executive Summary ...........................................................................................................2 Defining Broadband ..........................................................................................................4 The Town of Cranberry Isles .............................................................................................8