This is probably one of the most important tech developments in Kansas City that demonstrates real progress in crossing the digital divide.
While other folks just write or lament Internets disparity, the workers @ Connecting For Good are going out there and doing something about it.
Notice that few politicos have latched on to this effort because these local online advocates are savvy about getting real commitments of time and funding from their supporters in order to carry out their mission . . . So often, elected officials just have kind words to share.
And so . . . Here's a look at locals moving past corporate online greed.
Checkit FIRST on TKC:
Linwood Area Computer Center Grand Opening
Deets:
"To better serve Kansas City's urban core, Connecting for Good has established a new public access computer lab and learning center in the newly renovated Linwood Presbyterian complex, located near the intersection of Linwood Boulevard and Highway 71.
The center will offer Internet access, training and resources to close the Digital Divide in an inner city community where as few as one in five households has a computer and in-home connection."
Save the date! Sunday, November 1. Tours begin at 1:30 PM with a dedication ceremony at 3:00 PM. 3201 Michigan Ave. Kansas City MO
Developing . . .
The reason they don't have a computer is because they pawned it to buy a fucking set of wheels for their '93 Chevy
ReplyDeleteIsn't that what the library does?
ReplyDeleteThis will be totally ruined in ten, nine, eight, ........
ReplyDeleteThey don't have computers because they don't want computers. They've got the money for 60" TVS and Xbox one's. If they wanted a computer, which are cheap these days, they'd have them already.
ReplyDeleteIt is not about the reality, it is about the hype! To sell the idea and get the money, the pitch has to include some community involvement angle. The reality is to build the project and collect the rent and subsidies.
ReplyDeleteI have no idea if this project is viable, given the location. The developers probably skimmed theirs off the front end. I wonder if the contractor and subcontractors will get all they are due.