Community Development
Many communities are at different stages of broadband development, from conceptual planning to implementing Smart City infrastructure over existing fiber and wireless infrastructure. In this track, we will cover Broadband Planning, Market Analysis, Financing Options, Policy, and Critical Infrastructure.
August 6
The Future of Broadband Affordability
In anticipation of billions of dollars in broadband funding across the US, researchers at Next Century Cities collected statewide statistics from states and territories eligible for the BEAD Program as … Read more
- 9:30 am to 10:15 am
- Speakers: Stacey Baxter, Bo Ford, Corian Zacher
- Plaza Court 4/5
August 8
Breaking Down Barriers: Middle Mile as a Keystone to Networking the Underserved
Today the internet is not only important for social interaction, online purchases, or entertainment but it is also a critical tool for virtual medicine, remote learning, and business. Fiber optic … Read more
- 4:50 pm to 5:30 pm
- Speakers: C. Steven Lucero, Javier Martin, Leigh Wade, Bob Wagner
August 9
City Utilities and the Utility Lease Model – A Success Story
How Electric Utilities can establish Territory-wide Fiber Connectivity Discover how City Utilities of Springfield, MO achieved the successful completion of its 1,100-mile fiber network ahead of schedule. Join us to … Read more
- 1:45 pm to 2:30 pm
- Speakers: Jeff Bertholdi, Andrew Hurry, Patrick Thibeault