April 14, Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch and the Indiana Broadband Office announced that Union County is now designated as an official Broadband Ready Community. The Broadband Ready Community certification sends a signal to the telecommunication industry notifying a community has taken steps to reduce barriers to broadband infrastructure investment. 

The program was created as a tool to encourage broadband development throughout Indiana. “Leaders in Union County have already taken steps to expand internet opportunities to residents by installing hotspots at the courthouse around downtown Liberty," Crouch stated. "We are energized by the many cities, counties and towns throughout the state collaborating on behalf of their citizens. Congratulations to Union County as it joins the list of certified Broadband Ready Communities! We applaud your continued efforts to encourage broadband investments in the area.”

Tim Williams, president of the Union County Board of Commissioners shared, "A 21st-century economy demands that this aspect of infrastructure be firmly in place to promote development and to aid quality of place. Williams continued, "In short, it says that Union County is open for business, and prepares us to compete on a level playing field. Once Charter Communications completes their work, Union County will have 90% broadband coverage. That in conjunction with our low crime rate, highly ranked school system and low county taxes makes Union County a very attractive community to call home."

For more information, visit in.gov/indianabroadband.