Additional grant of $50,000 expands access in Council Bluffs

COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa ? Jan. 29, 2013 ? Google announced an additional $50,000 grant today to expand the free high-speed wireless Internet network for the city. Once completed, the free Wi-Fi network will be extended to cover the new River's Edge Park and the interior of City Hall. The Wi-Fi network currently provides free internet access to: Downtown Council Bluffs and 100 Broadway District, Mid America Center and Council Bluffs Recreational Complex. Once users agree to the terms of service, they may surf the internet freely.

"Google has been a wonderful corporate partner for our community and this project is just one of the ways Google continues to demonstrate their commitment to be part of our community," stated Council Bluffs Mayor Tom Hanafan. "We are very fortunate to have them in our city, and we look forward to continuing our partnership that will help make Council Bluffs a better place to live and work."

Google financed the construction of the initial Wi-Fi network through a $154,462 grant (Council Bluffs incurred no charges). The additional grant of $50,000 will finance the expansion efforts to be completed in 2013. The grant will purchase the network equipment and pay for three years of Internet service. After three years, the equipment will be owned and operated by the City of Council Bluffs.

Congressman Tom Latham (IA-3) stated, "Google has a history of making valuable investments in the Third District, and this grant will increase the access that the residents and businesses of Council Bluffs have to a service that is increasingly integral to our daily lives. Widespread Internet access is a crucial component of commerce and job growth in any modern city, and I thank Google for helping make Council Bluffs an even better place to do business."

"Google is a big advocate of the power of the Internet and we feel privileged to bring this free service to the businesses and residents of Council Bluffs," said Chris Russell, operations manager for Google's Council Bluffs data center. "We believe cutting edge technology and Internet access is crucial to developing business, creating jobs, and thriving in the 21st century. The free Wi-Fi network helps Council Bluffs' residents to do just that."

Wi-Fi is a mechanism for wirelessly connecting electronic devices via nodes that are located throughout a certain area. A device enabled with Wi-Fi, such as a personal computer, smartphone, tablet, video game console or digital audio player, can connect to the Internet via a wireless network access point.

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Sarah Anne Buck, Psychology;
Kailey Victoria Bueker, Elementary Education;
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Stephen F. Cramond, Agricultural Engineering;
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Lauren A. O'Brien, Pre-Business;
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WHO Congressman Dave Loebsack

Davenport School officials

Parents

Mental Health Experts

WHAT Dave will facilitate a discussion about school safety with educators, school administrators, parents' organizations and mental health professionals.

WHERE Wood Intermediate School

5107 North Division Street

Davenport

TIME 10:00am

Ride Along with DeWitt Police Chief

WHO Congressman Dave Loebsack

Chief Dave Porter

WHAT Dave will ride-along with Chief Porter on a tour of DeWitt

WHERE DeWitt Police Department

606 9th Street

TIME Tour begins at 4:00pm

Join Dubuque County Fine Arts Society at the Community Block Party on Friday, February 1, 4-7 pm in the Roshek Building Lobby, 700 Locust Street. Learn about Dubuque's many dedicated nonprofits while enjoying food, drinks, and great entertainment. YOUR vote could help us win a $2,000 endowment from our host, the Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque. Win SWEET PRIZES by playing the DCFAS Trivia Game! Visit our booth at the Block Party to play!

Artist Applications due February 15

We're still accepting applications for the Fine Art Fair May 18 & 20

• Application deadline is February 15, 2013

• Application fee: $110

• Jury fee: $15

• Two Emerging Artist Scholarships are available.

Download your app today: dubuquefest.org.
Scholarship App is electronic: click here

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Local Author Book Fair
Community Art Project w/ Tim Olson
Wood Fired Pizza
Electronic Scholarship Application
The Vinyl Record Fair Returns!