The pandemic has called attention to the lack of affordable internet access in Gainesville. Residents who want better internet reliability and the option of a municipal broadband network must continue to wait.
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By the end of 2019, continuing to explore a municipal broadband network could cost the City of Gainesville more than half a million dollars.
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A telecommunications consultant hired by the Gainesville City Commission conducted a residential survey of 370 potential internet customers to gauge interest in a city-owned network.
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Gainesville’s bid to seek municipal partners for building a broadband network is getting mixed initial reviews.
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The commission dispatched Mayor Lauren Poe to send letters to local municipalities, the Alachua County Commission, the University of Florida and Sante Fe College, and the Alachua County School District to see if they wish to partner with the city in the effort.
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The city also wants the lowest-priced gigabit internet service for residents and businesses in the country – and universal free service to all residents served.
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