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Home My WebLink About20250529APPLICATION.pdf "h.- SLI-T-25 ANTHEM RECEIVED BROADBAND May 29, 2025 IDAHO PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION Date: 5/29/2025 Commission Secretary Idaho Public Utilities Commission PO Box 83720 Boise, ID 83720-0074 Dear Commissioners, Safelink Internet LLC, DBA Anthem Broadband is pleased to submit our application for the Idaho Broadband Equipment Tax Credit for the years 2015 to 2023. Given the approval of our qualifying broadband equipment for the 2015-2023 tax years, we respectfully request a credit of$492,294.83 —representing 3%of our total qualifying equipment investment of $16,409,827.71. 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. Enclosed, please find our completed application. Respectfully Submitted, Anthem Broadband i� Michael Ricks Chief Business Officer 1 .208.677.8000 • www.anthembroadband.com 'L3 906 S. Oneida St, Suite 8 k& .AAi 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: Rleon@Anthembusinessgroup.com • Phone: 208-430-1024 2. Location of Equipment Installation • See 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 • See Exhibit, C. S. 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 years 2015 to 2023 amounted to $16,409,827.71, which includes essential infrastructure and equipment necessary for the expansion and enhancement of broadband services. • See Exhibit, B. 6. Date(s) of Equipment Installation • See 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. The Company 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 Rleon@Anthembusinessgroup.com 1 .208.677.8000 www.anthembroadband.com O906 S. Oneida St, Suite 8 Rupert, ID 83350 Ai ANTHEM BROADBAND Exhibit A. 7. Potential Idaho Customers Served As of December 31, 2023, Anthem Broadband serves 13,684 Idaho customers and 4,930 non-resident customers,totaling 18,614, with Idaho representing 73.5%of the network. From 2015 to 2023, total customers grew from 10,258 to 18,614, supported by tower expansion from 158 to 244 sites. Idaho's potential customer base is now estimated at 122,000. From 2015 to 2023,Anthem Broadband grew from 10,258 total customers (9,103 in Idaho)to 18,614, driven by strategic infrastructure development and market expansion. Idaho's potential customer base reached 122,000 by year-end 2023, supported by tower growth from 158 to 244 sites. 2500 2000: 19609 16448 18994 186 14 178M 14949 15000 75161 1241= 14324 1368a 11267 11116 72768 10258 10258 12127 10000 9103 9784 9441 10307 8222 5000 .. 4448 4670 4930 5062 2822 • -�— — -- 2036 t483 1675 2107 • • 1155 �. • 0 12/312014 12131/2015 12/31/2016 12131/2017 12131/2018 12/31/2019 12/31/2020 12,13112021 12131/2022 12/31 f2023 12131/20 24' —Total —Idaho +-Non-resident Potential Idaho Customers 140000 129000 lza000 116500 118500 122000 108000 10000p 95500 96500 87500 soaoo 77500 79000 82000 60000 40000 20000 155 158 164 175 191 193 216 233 237 244 258 0 12/31/2014 12/31/2015 12/31/2016 12/312017 12s3112078 1231,21319 12/31/2020 12/31/2021 12/31/2022 12/31/2023 12/31/2024' ANTHEM BROADBAND Exhibit C. 4.Transmission Rates Provided For the Idaho Broadband Tax Credit application,the lowest transmission rates offered to subscribers of the relevant broadband network have consistently met or exceeded state requirements from 2015 to 2023. During this period, the lowest download speed evolved from 1 Mbps to 15 Mbps, while the lowest upload speed increased from .25 Mbps to 3 Mbps. Furthermore,the network's capacity significantly expanded, with the highest available download and upload speeds reaching 1000 Mbps by 2019, demonstrating substantial investment in high-capacity broadband.These sustained and improving speeds underscore our network's capability to provide reliable and high- performance broadband service. 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