D.4.6 Wi-Fi and Hotspots
D.4.6 Wi-Fi and Hotspots
Action
Locate Wi-Fi or hotspots in public green spaces and other common gathering places.
Why
Providing Wi-Fi or hotspots in public spaces gives flexibility for business people on the go, provides a service to residents who otherwise wouldn’t have internet access, and boosts tourism as visitors can look up public transportation options or search for places to eat, shop and explore.
How
- Consider surveying residents, business people and visitors to gain insightful feedback.
- Create partnerships with professionals, organizations and other communities who can support this effort.
- Utilize any previous studies or community engagement feedback to create, fund and implement a Wi-Fi or hotspot plan for the downtown.
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