Oklahoma’s latest broadband expansion project will be launched later in the week in Claremore.
The Oklahoma Broadband Office will officially launch broadband expansion projects with Atlas Broadband to improve access to high-speed internet service in four counties (Rogers, Osage, Nowata and Tulsa). The Office stated that the projects will significantly enhance digital access to provide economic opportunities for residents and businesses in the area.
Event Details:
What: Launch event for Oklahoma Broadband Office/Atlas Broadband internet expansion projects
When: 11:30 a.m., Friday, June 6
Where: Tiawah Fire Department, 24198 S. 4180 Rd., Claremore, OK (Google Maps link)
Participants:
- Mike Sanders, Executive Director, Oklahoma Broadband Office
- Milos Milenkovic, Owner & CEO, Atlas Broadband
- Brett Williston, Business Development., Atlas Broadband
- Legislators, community leaders and stakeholders
Event Highlights:
- Official announcement and overview of the broadband expansion projects
- Comments from key leaders and project partners
- Project launch photo opportunity
- Q&A session with the media
- Opportunities for interviews with project leaders and community representatives
Background:
These projects are among over 180 that are funded by the ARPA State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds and ARPA Capital Projects Fund that will greatly improve high-speed internet access throughout the state, but especially in rural Oklahoma. Awarded grants administered by the Oklahoma Broadband Office will connect more than 69,000 homes and businesses in 59 of the state’s 77 counties.