Advance a Business Approach to the Region's Broadband Infrastructure

Advance a Business Approach to the Region's Broadband Infrastructure

ADVANCE REGIONAL INFRASTRUCTURE

Lead Org:

  • Southside Network Authority

Goals:

  • Ensure the reliability and growth of the region’s broadband service — faster service, expanded coverage, lower cost.
  • Increase internet access for underserved neighborhoods and residents.

Actions:

  • Support the development of the Southside Network Authority’s regional broadband network ring. The Network Ring will enable, not compete with, the internet service providers. It will serve as the backbone of the 757’s digital ecosystem. The Network Ring will connect to the Trans-Atlantic subsea cables.

  • Support Virginia Beach’s development of the undersea fiber-optic cables. 
  • Support Phase II and III of the fiber ring to the peninsula and the western area of the region.

Accountability:

  • Performance goals will be tied to the goals of the regional network ring.