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3 <br /> federal level, the state is unable to confirm which specific addresses may be included in the Stop Gap <br /> eligibility pool. <br /> Transition to Updated Location Fabric <br /> Another important change is the shift from Version 4 of the FCC Broadband Serviceable Location Fabric <br /> (used for BEAD) to Version 6, which will be used for the Stop Gap program. This updated fabric reflects the <br /> most current location data available regarding broadband coverage and serviceable locations. While this <br /> transition is necessary for accuracy, it has introduced additional complexity as the state works to align <br /> previously identified locations with the new dataset. <br /> Updated Maps for County Website <br /> One of the requests we received was to improve the broadband map on the County website so that it is <br /> searchable and allows residents to locate their addresses. Orange County IT had already recognized the <br /> need for these improvements and had begun exploring solutions prior to this request. We are collaborating <br /> with Lumos, NCDIT, and the County GIS team to enhance the broadband map available on the County <br /> website. Lumos has recently provided mapping data and we are currently working with County GIS to <br /> enhance our current map. We continue to wait for NCDIT to advise what data they will be able to share for <br /> this effort. <br /> Stop Gap Program Timeline <br /> Despite these ongoing challenges, NCDIT is actively working through the challenges to prepare for the <br /> launch of the Stop Gap program which is expected to launch soon. However, at this time, NCDIT has not <br /> provided a launch date. <br /> 3 <br />