BROADBAND
Newton County Broadband Feasibility Report - Summary
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NEWTON COUNTY LAUNCHES INITIATIVE TO BETTER UNDERSTAND BROADBAND GAPS
Newton County, MO – August 3, 2023 – Based on the recommendations of a taskforce of Newton County residents, the Newton County Commission announced its initiative to launch a county-wide Broadband Gap Study to identify community connectivity needs and gain a deeper understanding of accessibility and affordability of internet services. Given the growing importance of internet connectivity on our daily lives, results from the study will help inform Newton County to guide its future broadband strategy for helping to improve internet access and connectivity for its residents, businesses, farms, and institutions. The taskforce, with the assistance of representatives from Crowder College, has been evaluating this vital County-wide need since October 2022.
A critical component of the Broadband Gap Study is public input. The Newton County Commission requests the public’s assistance to spread the word about this study and provide end user experiences in connectivity. The Commission would like to understand how residents and businesses within Newton County access and use the internet and document where significant needs exist. The Commission has prepared an anonymous survey where residents and businesses are encouraged to provide insight to their current connectivity and identify future needs across the County. The survey results will be used to inform and shape the Gap Study and significantly influence decisions regarding investments to expand internet access across Newton County.
The Commission needs to hear from the public starting now. You can help Newton County by clicking the following links to complete a brief online survey about your internet access and be a part of the solution.
For further information about Newton County’s broadband initiative, please contact [email protected].
A critical component of the Broadband Gap Study is public input. The Newton County Commission requests the public’s assistance to spread the word about this study and provide end user experiences in connectivity. The Commission would like to understand how residents and businesses within Newton County access and use the internet and document where significant needs exist. The Commission has prepared an anonymous survey where residents and businesses are encouraged to provide insight to their current connectivity and identify future needs across the County. The survey results will be used to inform and shape the Gap Study and significantly influence decisions regarding investments to expand internet access across Newton County.
The Commission needs to hear from the public starting now. You can help Newton County by clicking the following links to complete a brief online survey about your internet access and be a part of the solution.
- Residents Click Here
- Businesses Click Here
For further information about Newton County’s broadband initiative, please contact [email protected].
Newton County Launches Smarter Newton County Initiative to Achieve Connectivity Goals
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Newton County Launches Smarter Newton County Initiative to Achieve Connectivity Goals
Newton County, MO – October 4, 2024 – The Newton County Commissioners are pleased to announce the second phase of the Newton County Broadband Development Project, the ‘Smarter Newton County Roadmap Initiative’, to support the upcoming multi-year buildout of new broadband that is planned to start in 2025. Aligned with the overall Broadband Project that kicked-off last year, the Roadmap Initiative's goal is to develop a specific strategy to maximize the benefits of connectivity for Newton County. The Roadmap’s plan will also focus on identifying and prioritizing key projects that will improve connectivity adoption and utilization efficiency, to enhance the quality of life for County residents and businesses.
To ensure that the Roadmap‘s plan aligns with the needs and priorities of the County, the Newton County Commissioners are inviting residents and businesses to participate in the Project’s second public survey. This survey will gather more detailed information to gain valuable insights into digital usage, challenges, and expectations, which will help to inform the development of targeted solutions. The Project’s first public survey, conducted last year to identify the unserved areas of the County, was highly successful with over 1,500 residents and businesses participating.
In addition to this survey, which will be available through October 30th, the Project will also be hosting a series of workshop discussions with identified leaders from various County sectors, including education, healthcare, business, and others. These discussions will provide an opportunity for these representatives to share their perspectives and help identify potential solutions to support successful connectivity adoption and utilization in Newton County.
Newton County is committed to creating a more connected, sustainable, and equitable community. By prioritizing digital infrastructure projects and involving the public in the process, we can build a smarter, better future for all who wish to make Newton County their home.
For more information about the Smarter Newton County Roadmap Initiative or to participate in the public survey, please visit https://forms.office.com/r/hjVV4cHdmN or access the QR Code below for the online survey.
Newton County Launches Smarter Newton County Initiative to Achieve Connectivity Goals
Newton County, MO – October 4, 2024 – The Newton County Commissioners are pleased to announce the second phase of the Newton County Broadband Development Project, the ‘Smarter Newton County Roadmap Initiative’, to support the upcoming multi-year buildout of new broadband that is planned to start in 2025. Aligned with the overall Broadband Project that kicked-off last year, the Roadmap Initiative's goal is to develop a specific strategy to maximize the benefits of connectivity for Newton County. The Roadmap’s plan will also focus on identifying and prioritizing key projects that will improve connectivity adoption and utilization efficiency, to enhance the quality of life for County residents and businesses.
To ensure that the Roadmap‘s plan aligns with the needs and priorities of the County, the Newton County Commissioners are inviting residents and businesses to participate in the Project’s second public survey. This survey will gather more detailed information to gain valuable insights into digital usage, challenges, and expectations, which will help to inform the development of targeted solutions. The Project’s first public survey, conducted last year to identify the unserved areas of the County, was highly successful with over 1,500 residents and businesses participating.
In addition to this survey, which will be available through October 30th, the Project will also be hosting a series of workshop discussions with identified leaders from various County sectors, including education, healthcare, business, and others. These discussions will provide an opportunity for these representatives to share their perspectives and help identify potential solutions to support successful connectivity adoption and utilization in Newton County.
Newton County is committed to creating a more connected, sustainable, and equitable community. By prioritizing digital infrastructure projects and involving the public in the process, we can build a smarter, better future for all who wish to make Newton County their home.
For more information about the Smarter Newton County Roadmap Initiative or to participate in the public survey, please visit https://forms.office.com/r/hjVV4cHdmN or access the QR Code below for the online survey.
