Project Goals

The purpose of developing a community wireless broadband network in Washtenaw County is to leverage the government’s infrastructure and regulatory authority to partner with private providers, community institutions, businesses, and community organizations to:
  • provide an economic development tool to attract and retain businesses
  • reduce the digital divide
  • improve County service delivery
  • facilitate wireless technology use for our citizens and visitors
  • create a seamless wireless infrastructure to attract and retain young professionals
  • establish a wireless broadband network without a burden on taxpayers
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