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Southern Arizona Regional Broadband Gap and Feasibility Study

The Southern Arizona Regional Broadband Gap and Feasibility Study (Study) will determine the optimal way to provide high-speed, affordable broadband internet service to rural areas throughout Pima and Santa Cruz counties.

To ensure this study truly reflects the needs and priorities of the community, we are actively seeking input from residents in a variety of ways.

With your input, we want to find the best way of providing high-speed, affordable internet for rural communities.
1.In which geographic area do you live?
2.Do you currently have internet access at your residence?
3.If you answered yes above, which type of internet service do you subscribe to?
4.What barriers or issues do you face when accessing the internet...
5.What are the top-3 challenges you face with the internet that you would like to see addressed? (Select up to 3 choices)
6.At each location, are you able to access or not access the internet?
Able to access
Not able to access
Public Facilities
Parks
Community Centers
Homes / Residences
Businesses
Roadways
Schools
7.What do you currently use the internet for? (Check all that apply)
8.Why is internet access important to you? Do you have a story of how the internet supported you in your personal life (filled out a job application, telehealth visit, etc.)?
9.Have you ever needed to reach emergency services but could not due to a lack of internet access? (Example: car accident on the road, medical emergency at home, etc.)
Demographic Related Questions: These questions below will help the project team further understand the usage and demand for internet access.
10.How many people use the internet at your residence?
11.How many devices are typically connected to your home internet?
12.Does weather affect the internet at your residence, for example, when it rains or is windy?
13.What is your average download and upload speeds? (Use this link to run a speed test - https://www.highspeedinternet.com/tools/speed-test)
14.How do you usually access the internet? (Check all that apply)
15.How much would you be willing to pay for new, better, or more reliable internet service if it was offered in your area?
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