Fort Worth enhances internet access for underserved neighborhoods

Fort Worth enhances internet access for underserved neighborhoods

Published on August 06, 2024

Fort Worth is tackling the digital divide by improving internet access in lower-income neighborhoods, ensuring everyone can benefit from online resources like education, job searches and telemedicine.

What's happening:

• The City launched a wireless internet service in five neighborhoods: Stop Six, Ash Crescent, Northside, Rosemont and Como. This program provides crucial connectivity to residents who previously lacked reliable internet access.
• Partnering with Sprocket Networks, the City aims to bring high-speed fiber internet to more areas over the next three years. Sprocket Networks is building a fiber network over three years to connect city locations and neighborhoods lacking internet.
• Public feedback was collected at the TX BDO Industry Roundtable on July 30.

By the numbers:

• 5 neighborhoods: Already receiving wireless internet.
• 3 years: Timeline to complete the high-speed fiber network.

What's next: Staff are developing a new Digital Navigator's Program to help residents access devices, affordable internet and digital skills training.

The bottom line: Fort Worth is committed to bridging the digital divide, ensuring that all residents have access to essential online services and opportunities.

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