As part of the pilot project, you would have free access “for one year” implies that there is a cost to the agency somewhere down the road. What are the specifics of that?
The game with its online community is free for the pilot project period of one year. This is the time frame needed to help us determine if the project is a success and is worth funding over a longer period. By far, the biggest expenses are in the development and implementation phases. Beyond the pilot project, the costs to maintain and host a website, become a fraction of the overall cost. After the first year, organizations may be asked to help cover website hosting and maintenance costs. A typical estimate for these costs range between $150-$300 a month depending on the number of active monthly users. The game and its upgrades will be free. Potential sponsors will be looking at the number of users. As more users engage in the online community, we will have a better chance of continued funding. This is another reason we want to keep the game free and accessible to as many organizations as possible.
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