ARPA: Improving Digital Equity in Underinvested Communities
Idea Category: Broadband | Funding Source: American Rescue Plan
Mayor Kate Gallego and the City of Phoenix prioritized increasing internet access to students and families during the height of the pandemic. Gallego leveraged American Rescue Plan funds to mobilize community partnerships to distribute more than 12,000 laptops to 15 school districts in underserved areas, particularly in public housing communities. Additionally, the city provided 1,600 tablets and Wi-Fi connectivity to families and seniors to help with at-home learning and telemedicine access. This effort was recognized by the National Civic League, earning Phoenix an All America-Cities Award 2022.
“COVID-19 caused a profound shift in traditional learning. As students transitioned to an online learning environment, we knew too many families were missing the basic tools needed to navigate this new way of learning," said Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego. “City staff put forth a tremendous effort to close this digital divide, especially for our most vulnerable kids. I'm proud of what we've accomplished, and equally proud the City of Phoenix has been honored with the All-America City Award for the sixth time."
More Idea’s From Kate Gallego
NewDeal Leaders’ Work to Invest in Energy Security and Climate Resilience
Idea Category: Clean Energy, Climate Change | Funding Source: ARP
Autonomous Vehicle Zone
Idea Category: 2025 Ideas Challenge, Technology & Government | Funding Source: ARP
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego Shares Successful Strategies From her Housing Phoenix Plan
Idea Category: Housing | Funding Source: ARP
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego Invests in Life-Saving Heat Relief Sites
Idea Category: Addressing Homelessness, Public Safety | Funding Source: ARP
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego Reaches Affordable Housing Goal in Record Time
Idea Category: Housing | Funding Source: ARP
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego Announces the Launch of a New Startup Accelerator
Idea Category: Jobs and Entrepreneurship | Funding Source: ARP
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego Highlighted Progress in Addressing the Impacts of Extreme Heat
Idea Category: Climate Change | Funding Source: ARP
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego and Councilmember Kesha Hodge Washington Provided Recommendations to Improve Police Trust and Accountability
Idea Category: Public Safety | Funding Source: ARP
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego Announced University CHIPS Prototyping Hub
Idea Category: Manufacturing | Funding Source: ARP
Mayor Kate Gallego Secured $1.2 Million Grant to Enhance Transportation Options
Idea Category: Transportation | Funding Source: ARP
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego uses ARPA Funds for Mobile Library for Underserved Communities
Idea Category: American Rescue Plan Act, Education | Funding Source: ARP
ARPA Case Study – Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego Closes the Digital Divide
Idea Category: American Rescue Plan Act, Funding | Funding Source: ARP
ARP: Partnering with Community Colleges to Prepare Workers for High-Demand Sectors
Idea Category: Equity & Opportunity, Jobs and Entrepreneurship | Funding Source: ARP
Mayors Kate Gallego & Ron Nirenberg Lead Initiatives to Protect Communities from Extreme Heat
Idea Category: Climate Change, Infrastructure | Funding Source: ARP
Mayor Kate Gallego: FCC Grant for Affordable Connectivity Program
Idea Category: Broadband | Funding Source: ARP
ARPA: Phoenix AZ, Resilient Food System Providing Healthy Meals for Families
Idea Category: Safety Net | Funding Source: ARP
ARP: Phoenix AZ, Invests in Jobs of the Future
Idea Category: Education, Jobs and Entrepreneurship | Funding Source: ARP
ARP: Phoenix AZ, Improving Public Health with Mobile COVID Testing and Vaccination Units
Idea Category: COVID, Healthcare | Funding Source: ARP
ARP: Phoenix AZ, Connects 250,000 Families to High Speed Internet
Idea Category: Broadband | Funding Source: ARP
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