Initiatives

Through open collaboration between public and private sectors, RVBA propels the region forward. By offering access to RVBA’s existing open-access fiber network we can bring tangible improvements to life in the Roanoke Valley and make a substantial impact on every citizen and business.

Choice, Access
& Innovation

Goals

100%

Expand internet access to every business and citizen

New ISPs

Bring new ISPs to the Valley

More internet access across the Valley.

RVBA is leveraging its middle-mile network to benefit local citizens and businesses by bringing more choice through internet service provider (ISP) partnerships. By fostering new ISP partnerships and lowering the startup costs for new ISPs, the Valley will enjoy more internet access, more choice, more innovation and lower cost for service.

Foster ISP partnerships for last-mile delivery

Expand the middle-mile network to create resilient fiber ring

Promote healthy competition among ISPs

Identify and map internet access holes and barriers to universal service

Infrastructure
Stability

Current Stats

120+

miles of middle-mile fiber

24/7

proactive monitoring

Must-have infrastructure for community anchors.

Nearly every common-good utility and organization in the Valley can benefit from improved broadband infrastructure. From public safety to local government to healthcare, stable infrastructure is a must-have.

Elevate public safety network for first responders

Coordinate partnerships to connect community anchor institutions

Deploy enterprise broadband zones

Develop robust network to support telehealth applications

Digital Access
Equity

Goals

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Affordable internet options

Essential connectivity for a modern world.

As modern life grows more dependent on digital connections, the digital equity gap becomes more costly for those unable to afford quality internet and those unskilled in digital literacy. Digital connection is nearly essential for civic and cultural participation, employment, education, and other essential services.