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Connect Superior requests funding to expand broadband to more than half the city
Summary
Connect Superior proposed a 2027 expansion to increase passings to over 6,600 (more than half the city) and to add free community Wi‑Fi at city properties; the mayor said the pilot performed well and the city may accelerate the build.
IT staff presented the Connect Superior 2027 expansion that would broaden the network across the North End, Downtown/University District and further into Billings Park, Midtown, South End and West Superior, bringing total passings to more than 6,600 and serving over half the city.
Mayor Payne said early customer acquisition exceeded expectations and the build has been cost-effective, recommending the city advance the project to reach roughly 50–80% coverage in phased steps. The proposal also mentioned free community Wi‑Fi on city-owned properties to increase public access.
