The NoaNet Board of Directors made up of ten Owner/Member organizations, has established the NoaNet Affiliate program to encourage other public benefit agencies, such as Public Utility Districts, Ports, Municipalities, and others with similarly focused rural public benefit broadband networks to be a part of the NoaNet family. NoaNet affiliates would share in the legacy of providing state-of-the-art broadband services to rural communities throughout Washington State and participate in events that further encourage rural investment NoaNet’s affiliates will have access to NoaNet corporate events, resources, and a professional network without the obligation of organizational ownership. Developing an affiliate program with other publicly-owned organizations that are working to bridge the digital divide in our state is in line with NoaNet’s mission to continue enhancing people’s lives and business opportunities in the State of Washington.