TECHNOLOGYAPPROVED

Goodhue County Agreement ReConnect Program Grant and Security Agreement 2026-05-19

USDA ReConnect broadband grant with Nuvera approved

$3,210,000.00 (grant amount; Goodhue County acting as passthrough)Goodhue CountyNUVERA COMMUNICATIONS INCMay 19, 2026

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Description

Goodhue County and Nuvera Communications, Inc. entered a USDA RUS ReConnect Program Grant and Security Agreement for up to $3.21 million to build rural broadband infrastructure, with Nuvera responsible for construction, ownership, operation, and compliance. The grant assets are pledged to the federal government, and the project carries a 20‑year service obligation from completion, with grant draws available for five years from the release of funds.

Contract Details

Contract Amount

$3,210,000.00 (grant amount; Goodhue County acting as passthrough)

Vendor

NUVERA COMMUNICATIONS INC

Agency

Goodhue County, MN

Contract Type

TECHNOLOGY

Document Date

May 19, 2026

Contract Term

Service obligation for 20 years from project completion; grant funds available for up to 5 years from Release of Funds Date

Renewal Info

Grant advances expire five years from the Release of Funds Date; service obligation and federal security interest continue for the 20‑year composite economic life of the facilities. Agreement terminates only when all obligations, including the service obligation, are fully discharged or replaced by another written agreement.