SOUTH CENTRAL NEBRASKA -

DIGITAL EQUITY PLANNING

SOUTH CENTRAL REGION DIGITAL EQUITY GOALS


Goal One: Increase the number of households in the SCEDD Region with affordable access to internet service speeds of 100 Mbps/100 Mbps by 9,000 households

Goal Two: Improve the technology skills of South Central Nebraska including the further development of a skilled workforce

Goal Three: Increase the knowledge of South Central Nebraskans regarding cybersecurity and internet safety

Goal Four: Improve the online accessibility and inclusivity of public resources and services


To learn more about these goals and how to accomplish them, please review the South Central Digital Equity Plan

BROADBAND ASSISTANCE

State and federal funding has been allocated to meet the unserved and underserved broadband needs in rural Nebraska. SCEDD is here to support our region in securing broadband funds and connecting communities and counties with resources to best meet the diverse needs. USDA has awarded SCEDD a Broadband Technical Assistance Grant to support broadband deployment and digital equity goals in the region.


Rural broadband is important for:

  • Attraction and retention of residents
  • Attraction of new businesses and small business growth
  • Improved quality of life through access to:
  • Telehealth opportunities
  • Education options
  • Technology-savvy features and programs
  • Precision agriculture expansion


It is important to act now to secure broadband service for rural Nebraskans while these resources are available. 

Video made possible in part by Nebraska Economic Developers Association and Southeast Nebraska Development District.


NEBRASKA BROADBAND

  • Call us so that we can better understand your broadband needs
  • Help us convene the right people and potential Internet Service Providers (ISP’s) to discuss next steps to serve your area


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