As communities across the country struggle with limited internet options, Pima County, Arizona, is taking the necessary steps to ensure its future connectivity. Today, eX² Technology, a Vivacity, LLC company and single-source solution for those seeking to build, scale, or future-proof their communications infrastructure, announced the agreement to deliver an approximate $43.2 million fiber optic middle mile network in Pima County. The open-access fiber optic network will enable high-speed, reliable internet access, supporting remote learning, telework, telehealth, and more while fostering digital equity and inclusion.
The County secured partial funds through the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) Enabling Middle Mile Broadband Infrastructure Program, receiving a five-year grant totaling $30.3 million. It also created a dedicated digital inclusion and infrastructure action plan, Connect Pima, to drive equitable access to reliable broadband connectivity. Completion of Pima County’s middle-mile network is anticipated in Fall 2027.
“The middle mile network in Pima County will provide long-lasting benefits that will impact Pima County communities for years to come. There has been a long-awaited and recognized need for better connectivity throughout this region. With eX² Technology’s deep-rooted experience, specifically in Arizona, we are one step closer to ensuring every business and resident, regardless of location, will have the internet access they deserve,” commented Michelle Simon the Director of Pima County’s Office of Digital Inclusion. “This network will fuel economic development, and we’re thrilled to open new doors for growth and innovation.”
“At its core, this project is about fostering resilience, innovation, and equity in a rapidly evolving digital world, and we’re honored to help bring this vision to life for Pima County and its residents,” said Christopher Rabii, President and CEO, Vivacity Infrastructure Group.
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