January 11, 2022 - City Council Implementation Upd | Page 8

3.1 . A Increase internet availability 3.1 . B Increase free public WIFI hot spots throughout Arlington .

3.2 . A Create Community-Outreach- Networking-Empowerment-Communication- Tool ( CONECT ) – centralized location for resources and assistance .
3.3 . A Conduct “ Education & Workforce Training Fair ” twice annually in public areas throughout where needed the most .
City Facilitator – IT , Asset Management , Parks and Recreation and Libraries Timeframe - Medium term ( 1-2 years ) Actions :
• The Neighborhood Wi-Fi has been accessed by approximately 4,197 users with a notable increase from October 2021 ( 948 users ) to December 2021 ( 1,847 users .) – IN PROGRESS
• Library and Parks and Recreation Department external Wi-Fi services have been installed across ( 19 ) facilities throughout the community . - COMPLETE
• The SiFi fiber optic network pilot was completed in September 2021 and the full , city-wide network is currently being designed . - IN PROGRESS
City Facilitator – CMO & City Council Timeframe - Short term ( 6-12 months ) - PENDING Partners – ISD ’ s Actions :
• Chief Equity Officer will convene a working group of K-12 institutions to explore this recommendation .
City Facilitator - CMO & City Council Timeframe - Short term ( 6-12 months ) - PENDING Partners – ISD ’ s , TCC , UTA , Workforce Solutions of Tarrant County Actions :
• Chief Equity Officer will convene a working group of K-12 and higher education institutions to explore this recommendation .