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This Is A Special and Extended AZBSN Meeting
On August 29, 2024 AZBSN the Digital Access Task Force will present an engaging and interactive Open Forum to explore the Pros and Cons, Models & Options, Challenges, Opportunities and Technologies for Public Broadband Networks. We hope this Forum will help you determine if a Public Broadband Network is a good solution for your community as a means of providing low cost affordable broadband options.
As communities around the US work to close their digital divides, more and more are pursuing Public Broadband Networks as a solution. With more than 650+ networks across 33 states, public broadband is providing new options for reliable, affordable, and accessible internet for millions of people, schools, libraries, nonprofits and businesses, with many more on the way. Public Networks are increasingly important since the demise of ACP, the Affordable Connectivity Program. There will also be interactive opportunities
for you to ask questions and provide your input! Questions-Comments-Please Raise Your Hand & Introduce Yourself On This Page
Presented By
AZBSN, the Arizona Broadband Stakeholder Network Digital Access Task Force; Benton Institute For Broadband And Society; Arizona Broadband for All - Arizona Regional Economic Development Foundation; American Association for Public Broadband In cooperation with: Arizona Telecommunications and Information Council; Arizona Technology Council; AZ-1, Arizona's web portal for broadband and digital inclusion resources; Arizona State Library, Archives and Public Records; Others TBA |
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Join The Meeting Here
Password required: AZBSN
Meeting ID: 919 9321 8962 Audio By Phone: Meeting ID: 919 9321 8962 One tap mobile: +12133388477,,91993218962# US (Los Angeles); +12532158782,,91993218962# US (Tacoma) Dial by your location: +1 213 338 8477 US (Los Angeles); +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma); +1 206 337 9723 US (Seattle); +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) ID: 919 9321 8962 Kibitzing with Colleagues: After The Forum 9:30-? An Optional Meeting Experience At the conclusion of the Forum you are invited to stay on line to Kibitz With Your Colleagues. This an informal gathering. There will be no agenda, no presentations, no ending time, just discussion, sharing and collaborating. ZOOM will remain open as long as people want to keep kibitzing. Come kibitz with us. After The Forum Follow-up Missed the meeting? Want to review the meeting? Want to find a contact that attended the meeting? A day or 2 after the meeting you will receive a follow-up email with links to view/download the Meeting Summary, Recording, Registration List, Chat, and Zoom Transcript files. AZBSN Contact Info
Steve Peters, AZBSN and Task Force Coordinator [email protected] Phone or Text: 520-321-1309 Join The Task Force Here Next Task Force Meeting https://www.arizonatele.org/covid-meetings-minutes.html |
Who Is Presenting and Why You Should Attend
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Who Should Attend
If you are a state or local government official or public policy maker, rural community leader, or you represent: economic development; education including K-12 , a university or community college; local or state government; telemedicine and health services; public safety; libraries; nonprofit organization; Council of Government or a telecommunications and technology company, you should plan to attend the Forum. Why You Should Attend
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Our Presenters
Featuring Gigi Sohn, Executive Director, American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB). Gigi, is a nationally recognized leader in Public Networks. For thirty years, Gigi has worked across the country to defend and preserve the fundamental competition and innovation policies that have made broadband Internet access more ubiquitous, competitive, affordable, open and protective of user privacy. She is a Distinguished Fellow at the Georgetown Law Institute for Technology Law & Policy; a Benton Institute For Broadband And Society Senior Fellow, and the Executive Director of the AAPB, American Association for Public Broadband. The AAPB represents community-owned broadband networks and co-ops that are fueling the nation's economic future through reliable high-speed internet access. More about her distinguished career here Our Awesome Panel Also Includes
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What Is A Public Broadband Network
What is a Public Broadband Network?
Public Broadband Networks are community-owned and operated high-speed internet infrastructure, providing affordable and reliable access to the internet for residents, businesses, and institutions. Public owned networks may include municipal networks, Cooperatives, Open access, tribal, public-private partnerships, and other community- and member-owned broadband networks focused on ensuring universal, robust connectivity at affordable prices.
Public Broadband Networks are community-owned and operated high-speed internet infrastructure, providing affordable and reliable access to the internet for residents, businesses, and institutions. Public owned networks may include municipal networks, Cooperatives, Open access, tribal, public-private partnerships, and other community- and member-owned broadband networks focused on ensuring universal, robust connectivity at affordable prices.
Public Broadband Network Models
- Community-owned Networks: Member-owned and operated networks, where the community comes together to build and maintain the infrastructure.
- Municipal Networks: Owned and operated by local governments, these networks serve residents, businesses, and institutions within their jurisdiction.
- Cooperatives (Coops): Member-owned and operated networks, where members pool resources to build and maintain the infrastructure.
- Open Access Networks: Community-owned infrastructure that allows multiple internet service providers (ISPs) to offer services, promoting competition and affordability.
- Tribal Networks: Owned and operated by tribal governments, serving Native American communities.
- Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs): Collaborations between government entities and private companies to build and operate broadband infrastructure.
- Community-owned: The network is owned and controlled by the community, ensuring that decision-making is local and responsive to community needs.
- High-speed internet: Public internet networks provide fast and reliable internet access, supporting various online activities and applications.
- Affordable: Public networks aim to offer internet services at competitive prices, making it accessible to a broader audience.
- Universal access: The goal is to provide internet access to all members of the community, regardless of income, location, or background.
About & Join AZBSN Digital Access Task Force
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The Arizona Telecommunications and Information Council (ATIC) and the Greater Arizona Educational Leadership (GAZEL) organization, created AZBSN, the Arizona Broadband Stakeholder Network to facilitate collaboration, coordination, information sharing and communication among public, private and nonprofit stakeholders engaged in initiatives to promote affordable and reliable Broadband Internet access in communities throughout Arizona. AZBSN has become a primary organization for communication to stakeholders throughout the state.
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Did You Know?-About Task Force Meetings
Every Thursday at 8:00 -9:15 am Task Force collaborators meet virtually to collaborate, share information, ideas, resources, funding opportunities, and best practices. The meetings include 1) federal, state and local community updates; 2) broadband and digital inclusion resource presentations; 3) information and resource sharing and collaboration. You will hear: 1) federal, state, and local community updates; 2) briefings from the Arizona Broadband Office, the Arizona State Library, the Arizona Department of Education, the Arizona Telemedicine Program, and more. Who participates? Representatives across State and Local Government, Public Policy Makers, Rural Community Leaders, Economic Development, Education, Health Services, Public Safety, Libraries, Nonprofit Organizations, Telecommunication Service Providers, Technology Companies
About the Broadband and Digital Access Task Force
In 2020 AZBSN created the Broadband and Digital Access Task Force (Formerly the COVID-19 Digital Access Task Force) to respond to the immediate needs for Internet and other Digital Inclusion services and resources initially identified because of the COVID virus. The Task Force engages over 200 Digital Inclusion advocates including public and private leaders and industry experts to share information and collaborate on critical Digital Inclusion recommendations and initiatives for Arizona.
The Task Force is: 1) identifying Digital Inclusion needs; 2) enabling communication, collaboration, coordination, and sharing of information and resources among key public, private and nonprofit Digital Inclusion advocates; 3) supporting implementation of a statewide Broadband and Digital Inclusion strategy including short and long term tactical and strategic recommendations and initiatives; 4) facilitating project partnerships; 5) providing federal, state and local government briefings and; identifying and advocating for funding to enable implementation of Digital Inclusion projects.
Participation in the Task Force includes representation across State and Local Government, Public Policy Makers, Rural Community Leaders, Economic Development, Education, Health Services, Public Safety, Libraries, Nonprofit Organizations, Telecommunication Service Providers, and Technology Companies. Just some of our affiliate organizations include the Arizona State Library, The Arizona Department of Education, the University of Arizona, Pima Community College, NAU, ASU, Arizona Department of Homeland Security, Arizona Commerce Authority Broadband Office, Pima County, local libraries, regional K-12 school superintendents, the Arizona Technology Council, broadband providers, and many more.
Every Thursday at 8:00 -9:15 am Task Force collaborators meet virtually to collaborate, share information, ideas, resources, funding opportunities, and best practices. The meetings include 1) federal, state and local community updates; 2) broadband and digital inclusion resource presentations; 3) information and resource sharing and collaboration. You will hear: 1) federal, state, and local community updates; 2) briefings from the Arizona Broadband Office, the Arizona State Library, the Arizona Department of Education, the Arizona Telemedicine Program, and more. Who participates? Representatives across State and Local Government, Public Policy Makers, Rural Community Leaders, Economic Development, Education, Health Services, Public Safety, Libraries, Nonprofit Organizations, Telecommunication Service Providers, Technology Companies
About the Broadband and Digital Access Task Force
In 2020 AZBSN created the Broadband and Digital Access Task Force (Formerly the COVID-19 Digital Access Task Force) to respond to the immediate needs for Internet and other Digital Inclusion services and resources initially identified because of the COVID virus. The Task Force engages over 200 Digital Inclusion advocates including public and private leaders and industry experts to share information and collaborate on critical Digital Inclusion recommendations and initiatives for Arizona.
The Task Force is: 1) identifying Digital Inclusion needs; 2) enabling communication, collaboration, coordination, and sharing of information and resources among key public, private and nonprofit Digital Inclusion advocates; 3) supporting implementation of a statewide Broadband and Digital Inclusion strategy including short and long term tactical and strategic recommendations and initiatives; 4) facilitating project partnerships; 5) providing federal, state and local government briefings and; identifying and advocating for funding to enable implementation of Digital Inclusion projects.
Participation in the Task Force includes representation across State and Local Government, Public Policy Makers, Rural Community Leaders, Economic Development, Education, Health Services, Public Safety, Libraries, Nonprofit Organizations, Telecommunication Service Providers, and Technology Companies. Just some of our affiliate organizations include the Arizona State Library, The Arizona Department of Education, the University of Arizona, Pima Community College, NAU, ASU, Arizona Department of Homeland Security, Arizona Commerce Authority Broadband Office, Pima County, local libraries, regional K-12 school superintendents, the Arizona Technology Council, broadband providers, and many more.