20250416Addendum - Broadband Application 2024.pdf

ANTHEMRECEIVED
BROADBAND
April 16, 2025
IDAHO PUBLIC
UTILITIES COMMISSION
Date: 4/16/2025
Commission Secretary
Idaho Public Utilities Commission
PO Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0074
RE: Idaho Broadband Equipment Tax Credit—Case#SLI-T-25-01
Dear Commissioners,
Safelink Internet LLC, DBA Anthem Broadband is pleased to submit our application for the Idaho
Broadband Equipment Tax Credit for the year 2024. As an Idaho-based company, we are
dedicated to expanding and improving broadband connectivity across the state. We provide
both wireless internet and fiber-optic services, delivering reliable, high-speed internet access to
businesses and residents, including those in rural and underserved areas. Our mission is to
bridge the digital divide by ensuring that communities throughout Idaho have access to fast,
dependable broadband infrastructure.
This submission is provided as an addendum to our original application under Case #SLI-T-25-
01 and includes additional documentation to support our request for the 2024 tax credit.
Enclosed, please find our completed application.
Respectfully Submitted,
Anthem Broadband
Michael Ricks
Chief Business Officer
1.208.677.8000
• www.anthembroadband.com
O906 S. Oneida St, Suite 8
Rupert, ID 83350

ANTHEM
BROADBAND
1. Applicant Information
• Company Name: Safelink Internet LLC, DBA Anthem Broadband
• Type of Provider:Telecommunications Carrier
• Contact Person: Rafael Leon
• Company Address: 906 S. Oneida St, Unit 8, Rupert, ID. 83350
• Email: [e-mail]
• Phone: [phone]
2. Location of Equipment Installation
• See Addendum Exhibit, B
3. Description of Broadband Services Offered
Anthem Broadband provides both Fiber FTTP and Fixed Wireless services across Idaho, offering
reliable, high-speed internet to residential and business customers. Our network expansion
continues to support economic growth and digital inclusion in the state.
4. Transmission Rates Provided
The lowest transmission rate offered in 2024 to customers on our broadband network is
10/21VIbps while our highest service tier reaches 1Gbps symmetrical.
5. List of Qualified Broadband Equipment
Anthem Broadband has compiled a comprehensive list of broadband equipment that meets the
statutory criteria outlined in Idaho Code § 63-30291. The total broadband investment for the
year 2024 amounted to $2,355,074.05 which includes essential infrastructure and equipment
necessary for the expansion and enhancement of broadband services.
• See Addendum Exhibit, B
6. Date(s) of Equipment Installation
• See Addendum Exhibit, B
7. Potential Idaho Customers Served
• See Exhibit, A.
8. Certification Statement
The Applicant has reviewed the applicable statutes for the Broadband Investment Income Tax
Credit and believes that the aforementioned equipment qualifies for the tax credit under Idaho
Code § 63-30291. Anthem Broadband respectfully requests approval of this application as
submitted. Should you have any questions or require additional clarification regarding this
filing, please contact Rafael Leon at 208-430-1024 or [e-mail]
1.208.677.8000
• www.anthembroadband.com
906 S. Oneida St, Suite 8
Rupert, ID 83350

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ANTHEM
B R O A D B A N D
Exhibit A.
7. Potential Idaho Customers Served
As of December 31, 2024, the Anthem Broadband serves 12,768 active customers within
the state of Idaho and 5062 customers outside of Idaho. Idaho customers account for
71%of the Anthem Broadband's total network. The potential customer base within
Idaho is 129,000, based on individual location capabilities and regional accessibility.
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