Poarch Band of Creek Indians invests more than $5.5 million dollars to expand high-speed internet access for the Tribe
These areas either previously lacked reliable service or had no connectivity options at all.
- These areas either previously lacked reliable service or had no connectivity options at all.
- The new network, installed by BearCom and managed by Escambia Community Utilities, represents a $5.5 million dollar investment made by the Tribe to further high-speed internet access.
- “In the midst of the Covid pandemic, we were confronted with a startling realization - our rural community was light years behind in terms of connectivity.
- This revelation compelled us to take immediate action, recognizing the significance of addressing this issue in order to propel our community forward,” said Stephanie A. Bryan, Poarch Band of Creek Indians Chair and CEO.