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

Meeting the broadband needs of Nebraska's rural residents is a priority. Millions of state and federal dollars in broadband funding have been allocated to meet the unserved and underserved 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.


Rural broadband is important for:

  • Attraction and retention of residents
  • Greater economic growth
  • 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.

  • Call us so that we can better understand your broadband needs
  • Conduct a Digital Needs Assessment Survey (DNAS) of your area residents to collect supporting data for broadband expansion and funding
  • Help us convene the right people and potential Internet Service Providers (ISP’s) to discuss next steps to serve your area


BROADBAND RESOURCES

To learn more about your county’s broadband landscape, visit the NTIA website to view your BroadbandUSA Fixed Broadband Community Report.


BROADBAND ACTION TEAMS (BAT)


A BAT is a group of community leaders, organizations, government agencies, and more who come together to advocate for their community’s broadband and digital need! If you want to be an advocate for your rural community, reach out to learn how to start a BAT in your greater area.


Role of BAT

  1. Provide community feedback on broadband infrastructure to County Officials and/or local officials
  2. Seek County/Community approval and support, often required on grant applications
  3. Encourage county officials to be engaged in the conversation
  4. Identify areas to prioritize for future funding/projects
  5. Identify Digital Equity needs of the community
  6. Library resources, digital navigator programs, device access
  7. Identify community based solutions to these challenges


Digital Needs Assessment Survey Sample

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