Community Broadband Initiative Plans “Let’s Connect!” Speaking Tour in North Carolina

Date: 3 Jan 2019 | posted in: MuniNetworks | 0 Facebooktwitterredditmail
If you don’t live in an urban environment, there’s a strong possibility you long for better Internet access. We’re connecting local people in several North Carolina communities with broadband experts, elected officials, and representatives from regional ISPs for a conversation on better local broadband. Sign up online for one for one of three local community meetings and share information about the gatherings on Facebook. If you live in or near the communities of Albemarle, Fuquay-Varina, or Jacksonville, get ready to attend one of a series of three “Let’s Connect” meetings, organized by us at the Community Broadband Networks Initiative, the North Carolina League of Municipalities, and NC Hearts Gigabit. In order to start off the New Year right, we’re bringing together people who want to improve connectivity and are ready to learn more about how to get started. As part of the conversation, local and national experts will present information on options, you’ll be able to participate in Q&A sessions, and meet up with other locals who share your goals. The events are free and scheduled in the evening at local civic gathering places. logo-lets-connect_0.pngIn addition to Christopher, you'll see local officials, such as Council Member Martha Sue Hall from Albemarle, City Manager Adam Mitchell from Fuquay-Varina, and Jacksonville Mayor Pro Tem Michael Lazzara. Registration is free and not required, but is encouraged to help us plan. You can sign up at Eventbrite and spread the word about the event with your Facebook friends. Mark your calendars:

Albemarle

Monday, January 28th @ 6:30 p.m. City Hall, Council Chambers, 144 North Second St., Albemarle, NC 28002 Map  

Fuquay-Varina

Tuesday, January 29th @ 6:30 p.m. Town Hall, Board Chambers 401 Old Honeycutt Rd., Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526 Map  

Jacksonville

Wednesday, January 30th @ 6:30 p.m. Jacksonville Youth Council Youth Center 804 New Bridge St., Jacksonville, NC 28540 Map   Image of people at town meeting in the public doman.
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Lisa Gonzalez researched and reported on telecommunications and municipal networks' impact on life at the local level. Lisa also wrote for MuniNetworks.org and produced ILSR's Broadband Bits podcast.