The City of Syracuse Partners with US Ignite on Broadband Expansion Efforts Including Surge Link, a New Community Broadband Network

The City of Syracuse (NY), Community Broadband Network (CBN), and US Ignite launched the Surge Link, a high-speed Internet connectivity program. Surge Link aims to connect 2,500 underserved Syracuse families to high-speed, affordable broadband. The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds and Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) subsidies make the no-cost service possible. US Ignite advised the City on the overall technology, deployment models, and funding strategy for Surge Link. CBN, the selected Internet service provider, will deliver the broadband network. Syracuse plans to use existing city-owned assets and leverage local partnerships for network infrastructure locations to fast-track deployment. Local social service agencies will be vital in informing residents about the new no-cost service access, while local nonprofits and businesses will offer essential technical support and training.