https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3 Accessing Internet: a discussion on how we can ensure our entire community can overcome barriers for successfully engaging in a digital world including cost, knowledge, and necessary hardware. en-us 2020-10-01 18:00:05 UTC 2026-02-22 10:07:55 UTC hello@padlet.com crc6 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/795790439 What are potential projects that we could advance to make progress on this issue?]]> 2020-10-01 18:00:05 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/795790439 crc6 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/795790443 Who else needs to be at the table to advance this?]]> 2020-10-01 18:00:05 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/795790443 crc6 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/795790445 How can we build access for those furthest from opportunity?]]> 2020-10-01 18:00:05 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/795790445 crc6 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/795790447 How do we ensure the sustainability of this work will last for years to come?]]> 2020-10-01 18:00:05 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/795790447 crc6 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/795790454 What are some tangible next steps for making movement on this?
*Specify who (nonprofits, local govt, etc.) and when


]]> 2020-10-01 18:00:05 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/795790454 crc6 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814445741 Important to acknowledge other barriers that haven't been lifted up - 1)laying fiber and getting access out to users takes time- ppl need this now. 2) reliability of service and access is also challenged by fires - for example Spring Fire impacts the fiber coming over La Veta Pass.]]> 2020-10-08 16:19:43 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814445741 crc6 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814451528 How can we create access in terms of ensuring people have the hardware required to access technology?]]> 2020-10-08 16:20:49 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814451528 crc6 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814457044 Mapping the issue - where are the precise gaps in technology access? Is it a lack of technology literacy? Is it a lack of hardware or devices? Is it a lack of affordable Internet?]]> 2020-10-08 16:21:56 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814457044 crc6 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814466172 Cost sharing program or subsidies to support community members who may not have the means to access Internet; fundraising idea - sponsor Internet access for a student]]> 2020-10-08 16:24:07 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814466172 crc6 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814482745 Getting the word out of what is available. People don't always know about what is available, or they can't fund it. ]]> 2020-10-08 16:28:01 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814482745 crc6 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814486336 Is there funding available specific to getting internet availability

- El Pomar
- Gates - has one out right now? specific to education?
- Look to loca Foundations who are interested in supporting Rural issues.]]> 2020-10-08 16:28:52 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814486336 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814490048 We need leaders to coordinate overall efforts]]> 2020-10-08 16:29:44 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814490048 crc6 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814492891 mobile everything seems to work for rural (example: homeless support) - can this be supported by the county. doesn't solve the every day issue, but it could help.]]> 2020-10-08 16:30:24 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814492891 crc6 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814498180 Big barrier - how to we help offset this issue]]> 2020-10-08 16:31:35 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814498180 crc6 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814500447 How to lower prices so more people sign up - chicken/egg. Need people to sign up in order to expand and reduce rates, but need to expand and reduce rates in order for people to sign up.]]> 2020-10-08 16:32:04 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814500447 crc6 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814504118 CCAP or Leap-like program for internet vouchers - administered by state]]> 2020-10-08 16:32:52 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814504118 crc6 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814508287 Do people still use landlines? This was installed with the idea that it would last a long time. Will that happen with Fiber?

- Satellite - very expensive
- Google & Tesla potential for future access point

Getting ISP's to make investment.

We have phone lines but don't necessarily offer the services. Old technology in the phone line, but can be used for broadband services.

]]> 2020-10-08 16:33:48 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814508287 crc6 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814522794 Commission fizzled out]]> 2020-10-08 16:37:09 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814522794 crc6 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814523922 Picking a project. and doing it and getting it done. Having concrete examples of what has been done and what is being done. ]]> 2020-10-08 16:37:25 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814523922 crc6 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814528889 Bring Key Players
Identify biggest need and then start making little steps and long term goals. 
Need someone motivated to take it on.

]]> 2020-10-08 16:38:34 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814528889 crc6 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814529786 Bring access to communal gathering places that folks can go for access- Recognizing covid challenges - church basements,  community centers. ability to make an appointment, book a private space if need to learn or have a doc or mental health appointment]]> 2020-10-08 16:38:47 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814529786 crc6 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814532457 Try something. Even if it doesn't work, we can learn from it. ]]> 2020-10-08 16:39:27 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814532457 crc6 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814534637 Having the right people at the table. Identifying who this is. 
- super indendents - Stacey Holland has a list
- behavioral health - 
- Here today - Kevin Wilkins, Josh Wehe, Monroe,
- Regional Person from century link - DCI Kylie's Mom - will reach out for who might be helpful to talk to

Having conversations about affodability!]]> 2020-10-08 16:39:57 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814534637 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814543214 We need to understand why our community members are consuming the resources that are available]]> 2020-10-08 16:41:58 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814543214 crc6 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814543681 in addition to availability]]> 2020-10-08 16:42:03 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814543681 crc6 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814548478 partnerships with Monroe and Josh to go to decision-making bodies]]> 2020-10-08 16:43:06 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814548478 crc6 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814550682 take Attorney General up on his offer to be a resource at the state level]]> 2020-10-08 16:43:35 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814550682 crc6 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814552775 need to show up at commission meetings, city council meetings, develop leaders from nonprofits, churches, education to advocate and be present at these meetings]]> 2020-10-08 16:44:04 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814552775 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814559846 I'm grateful for any efforts that anyone is doing, polished or not, to meet the needs of those they serve.  Great Job!]]> 2020-10-08 16:45:42 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814559846 https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814582403 Helping municipalities and consumers see the value of participating]]> 2020-10-08 16:50:42 UTC https://padlet.com/crc6/1jgj5hpe28tyy6a3/wish/814582403