Lenexa, KS Location: USA Abstract: The City of Lenexa, Kansas, has deployed a metro-area mobile and fixed-wireless broadband network to connect government buildings, municipal vehicles, traffic signals, and video cameras. Funding was made available through Lenexa’s involvement in Operation Greenlight, a 19-city, multi-agency collaborative effort in greater Kansas City to reduce pollution and create savings through improved traffic flow. Website: http://www.ci.lenexa.ks.us/ Practitioner Name: Michael Lawrence Practitioner Tel: 913-477-7500 Practitioner E-mail: mlawrence@ci.lenexa.ks.us Presentation: Only registered users can load presentations, please log-in

London Square Mile Location: United Kingdom Abstract: In April 2007, the Cloud Networks and the City of London Corporation launched broadband-wireless access across the famous "Square Mile" financial district in central London, using BelAir Networks broadband mesh technology. The network currently comprises 127 nodes and will evolve to offer 95% coverage across areas owned by the City of London Corp. Under development for a year, the network is mounted onto existing street furniture including lamp posts and street signs. The network allows anyone with WiFi-enabled devices including laptops, PDAs, media players and smart phones such as the new generation of Nokia devices to take their broadband with them. Website: http://www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/Corporation/media_centre/files2007/73_07.htm Practitioner Name: Steven Bage Practitioner Tel: 0207-332-1910 Practitioner E-mail: Steven.Bage@cityoflondon.gov.uk

London, Islington Borough Location: United Kingdom Abstract: The "Technology Mile" deployed by the London Borough of Islington has been expanded to 4 km while remaining free of charge to users. A hotzone called StreetNet provides free wireless Internet access to local businesses, residents and visitors, and the Council's Web site offers users up-to-date information on a range of services. In mid-July 2006, there were approximately 2,000 StreetNet network users per week, an increase from 800 users per week in the past winter. Website: http://www.islington.gov.uk/council/councilnews/pressoffice/2005/06/2005.asp Practitioner Name: Una Darrer Practitioner Tel: n/a Practitioner E-mail: una.darrer@islington.gov.uk Presentation: Only registered users can load presentations, please log-in

Los Angeles, CA, ExperienceLA Location: USA Abstract: After the issuance of an RFP for public Wi-Fi at Pershing Square in Los Angeles, Verge Wireless was selected in November 2004. Pershing Square Wi-Fi debuted in April 2005, which coincided with then Mayor Hahn’sproposed five-year broadband Wi-Fi plan. The plan aimed to use the Internet to promote and market cultural tourism and transit within a dozen redevelopment project areas of the City of Los Angeles, along with Long Beach, Santa Monica, Pasadena and the County of Los Angeles in general for economic development purposes. Key Players included CRA/LA and the City of LA Department of Recreation and Parks, with support from the LA Department of Water and Power and the City’s Information Technology Agency. The network has since expanded to other areas of the city, such as Van Nuys. It cost $200,000 to develop ExperienceLA plus $100,000 for the online calendar, with $50,000 per year to operate and another $50,000 per year for upgrades. Funding sources included both public and private investment. Website: http://www.experiencela.com Practitioner Name: Terry Halberg Practitioner Tel: 213-978-3047 Practitioner E-mail: Terry.Halberg@lacity.org Presentation: Only registered users can load presentations, please log-in

Macedonia Connects Location: Macedonia Abstract: In 2004, USAID launched a nationwide initiative in Macedonia, a country the size of Vermont, to connect 460 schools to the Internet. An e-Schools project had provided 5,400 computers to the schools, but Internet connectivity was an unmet challenge. Internet access at the time was on the order of 200 euro for a broadband account, and the country had only a 2% broadband penetration rate. At the same time, the telecommunications environment in Macedonia was highly predatory. A first objective was to change the regulatory environment, and in January 2005, new telecom laws allowed alternative bandwidth solutions other than from the monopoly. Next was to ensure that the network reach into the countryside. Vendor selection was announced on April 21, 2005, and the network was completed by September 1. Today, the Motorola Canopy solutions rests on 190 towers, many of them in the mountains, with a footprint of 95% of the country. There are points where users have Internet access and VoIP but don't have cellular access. Wi-Fi mesh networking by Strix Systems is established in the Skopje. The provider has been expanding by almost 1,500 customers per month over the past six months, and prices have gone from 200 euro to as low as 10 euro per month. Unlimited home service is 17 euro. Website: http://www.mkconnects.org Practitioner Name: Glenn Strachan Practitioner Tel: n/a Practitioner E-mail: glenn@glennstrachan.com Presentation: Only registered users can load presentations, please log-in

Maine InfoNet Location: USA Abstract: The Maine InfoNet project was developed initially in 1996 with public funds and contributions from the Maine State Library, the Maine University System Libraries, and the Maine Library Community. It has as its vision the implementation and maintenance of educational and library resources in digital format, with easy access for citizens. To this end, the program works to build a Maine Digital Libary, with supporting programs and applications. Currently, a statewide InfoNet Gateway is in use that contains over 3 miilion titles representing 6.7 million items and has significantly contributed to increased online requesting and lending. In addition to the digital library project, Maine InfoNet runs a Walk-in-Wireless library initiative providing free wireless access to library users at over 60 public libraries. This program is growing, and is funded by a grant from the Maine Telecommunications Educational Access Fund. Related Items: • Rijeka, Croatia • Free Wi-Fi: Where's the Fon in that? • Municipal Wireless a Questionable Business Model? Nope…Been There, Seen That! • Glenn Sangiovanni, Mayor, St. Cloud (FL) Website: http://www.maine.gov/infonet/about.htm Practitioner Name: Barbara McDade Practitioner Tel: 207-947-8336 Practitioner E-mail: bmcdade@bpl.lib.me.us Presentation: Only registered users can load presentations, please log-in

Maryland Libraries, Sailor Location: USA Abstract: Sailor is a project of Maryland Public Libraries. Sailor has evolved thoughtfully in step with the needs of its primary stakeholders, the libraries. It's history reflects the intention of Maryland’s public libraries to provide their customers with the best and most comprehensive access to information available. It is a story of the libraries as leading practitioners of good technological citizenship in Maryland and the World. Based out of the Enoch Pratt Free Library in Baltimore, the Sailor network connects the Maryland library system of 24 libraries. The further extends service to county governments, the education system, and community colleges. Initially, Sailor was funded by an allocation from the Federal Library Services and Construction Act (LSCA) and the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA). Supplemental funding was provided by the state of Maryland. Beginning fiscal year 2001, Sailor funding was incorporated into the per capita allocation for the State Library Resource Center. Additional funding is provided through federal grants provided for under the Telecommunications Act of 1996. Website: http://www.sailor.lib.md.us/ Practitioner Name: Mike Walsh Practitioner Tel: 443-463-6137 Practitioner E-mail: mwalsh@epfl.net Presentation: Only registered users can load presentations, please log-in Vendor Name 1: BIG Vendor Title 1: BIG Wireless

Medford, OR Location: USA Abstract: Medford, Oregon, deployed a mesh network across 21 square miles primarily to replace its public-safety department’s CDPD network. Police wanted transmission of video and remote access to databases. Firefighters wanted mapping and floor plans to find the best route to a call, and to get remote access to hazardous material data. But when project leaders evaluated the potential benefit to all city departments, they discovered that ublic works crews, code enforcement officers, and building inspectors would also benefit. The network would enable locates and work-order access in the field, saving 20 crews about an hour a day each — or $64 an hour, resulting in a $333,000 annual savings. By analyzing all the needs within its mobile workforce, Medford has been able to deliver a more robust ROI for itself. The network was funded initially by a $500,000 Homeland Security grant plus $200,000 from the City of Medford. $25,000 was allocated for an initial study to assess existing noise floor and to compare/select a wireless technology to deploy. The engineering study indicated $700,000 was required to deploy 21 square miles. Early calculations demonstrate anticipated ROI will be achieved on City’s investment within 8 months due to personnel productivity gains. Website: Practitioner Name: Doug Townsend Practitioner Tel: 541-774-2050 Practitioner E-mail: Doug.Townsend@cityofmedford.org Presentation: Only registered users can load presentations, please log-in Vendor Name 1: MOTO Vendor Title 1: Motorola

Mesa, Arizona Location: USA Abstract: In 2005, the City of Mesa, Arizona -- outside of Phoenix -- was in crisis. There were 2 tax referenda on the ballot that year, layoffs rumored, and a general feeling that the city government was inefficient and slow to adopt new ideas. Meanwhile, neighboring cities such as Tempe, Phoenix, and Scottsdale were moving ahead with municipal wireless networks. Mesa, in fact, received numerous unsolicited proposals from vendors, but had no plans to move ahead, despite the complaints from residents about the high cost and slow speeds of current Internet provision. On February 16, 2006, Eric Norenberg -- Director of Information Technology for the City of Mesa -- presented to the Downtown Development Committee a Request for Proposals developed by his office and that of the city attorney. Norenberg indicated that the City Council may review proposals in the next few months, and that they hoped to have a network in construction by winter or spring of 2007. The initial cost to the city was expected to be $25,000 to $50,000, with estimated cost savings per annum of $150,000 to $200,000. Goals of the project include: (1) border-to-border mesh connectivity, thereby providing total mobility to the City workforce; (2) ubiquitous and reliable coverage for Mesa residents and businesses; and (3) boosting the user rates of the City's online services. Specifically, the network would aim to meet the needs of building inspectors, park rangers, police officers, utility workers, and other municipal departments heavily dependent on field work and access to applications such as GIS and surveillance. Further value would be added to the network by extending usage to schools, downtown commercial establishments, and residents/tourists. The City of Mesa offered use of municipally-owned street lights, traffic signals, and buildings to the service provider to deploy the network. As of September 2006, EarthLink and MobilePro were finalists for the bid. In the spring of 2007 and early summer, negotiations with EarthLink and MobilePro were on hold as each company worked through organizational issues.  In April, MobilePro asked that negotiations be put on hold as the company pursued a spin-off of its wireless division.  The spin-off of Kite Networks was anticipated to be completed in a few weeks.  In fact, the sale of Kite Networks was not announced until mid-July.  As of mid-September 2007, the status of the purchase of Kite Networks by Gobility is still uncertain.   Meanwhile, EarthLink staff asked that Norenberg and his team table negotiations as its new CEO took a hard look at the EarthLink muni Wi-Fi projects and pending contracts.  At the end of August, the City of Mesa received a letter from EarthLink withdrawing from the Wi-Fi project.  The letter states that EarthLink is realigning its business model and is only pursuing projects with cities that will commit to purchase services from EarthLink at the outset of system deployment.  The City of Mesa could not make such a commitment under the system development plans that were discussed with EarthLink.   Accordingly, there are no active proposals to consider for the Mesa Wi-Fi Mesh project.  While the City still believes there is need for such a wireless network to serve the needs of City staff and to provide an affordable Internet option to residents, the marketplace and business models have changed sufficiently to warrant developing a revised strategy, business model and RFP if it is decided to pursue Wi-Fi in the future.  Click here to see Eric Norenberg's presentation from the Tempe Digital Cities Convention. Related Items: • Westin Kierland Resort & Spa Enhances Guest Satisfaction with BelAir Networks • A Wireless Task List for the Legal Department • ER-Link Tucson • Tempe '07 Website: Practitioner Name: Eric Norenberg Practitioner Tel: 480-644-2569 Practitioner E-mail: Eric.Norenberg@cityofmesa.org Vendor Name 1: ELNK Vendor Title 1: Earthlink

Mexico City Location: Mexico Abstract: On April 2nd, 2007, Mexico City Mayor Carlos Ebrard announced that the City had signed a deal with China’s ZTE Corporation to establish a broadband wireless network to make Internet access faster and more affordable for its 8 million residents and to improve public safety through the deployment of 4,000 video surveillance cameras. A major benefit from the new broadband-wireless network could be to increase competition while improving access and speed for residents, students and businesses. Mexico's major service provider is Telmex, which operates more than 90% of the Internet lines in the country. But there are many people who cannot afford broadband Internet access. In fact, most users in Mexico City use dial-up, which can cost up to US$23 a month. With a wireless network in place, the price is expected to drop at least US$10, while bandwidth capacities increase significantly. Website: Practitioner Name: Sam Podolsky Practitioner Tel: (011-52155) 5502-0101 Practitioner E-mail: sampodol@yahoo.com Presentation: Only registered users can load presentations, please log-in

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