Unlock Your City’s Connectivity Potential
The Problem Cities Are Facing
Disconnected Systems. Rising Costs. Missed Opportunities.
The Problem Cities Are Facing
Disconnected Systems. Rising Costs. Missed Opportunities.
- Departments operate as “islands of technology,” creating redundant systems and inefficiencies.
- Cities are losing budget to hidden “shadow costs” across fiber, cellular, RF, fixed wireless, and legacy copper/DSL networks.
- Without a unified, “shelf‑ready” roadmap, cities struggle to win major state and federal grants.
- Rising third‑party network service fees increase long‑term financial liabilities.
What You’ll Learn in the Webinar
A Smart, Unified Approach to Municipal Connectivity
Learning Outcomes:
- How to consolidate siloed network assets across IT, Public Works, Public Safety, and Utilities.
- How to identify and eliminate redundant contracts and hidden recurring costs.
- How a Connectivity Systems Master Plan (CSMP) positions your city for competitive grant funding and CIP alignment.
- Why “dig‑once” coordination across city projects saves money and accelerates infrastructure readiness.
Why Cities Trust HR Green
HR Green Brings Strategy, ROI, and Cross‑Department Integration Smart, Unified Approach to Municipal Connectivity
Key Differentiators:
- Rapid Fiscal ROI: Data‑driven 3–4 year payback model used in cities like Sugar Land, TX ($1M/year in recurring savings).
- Policy + ROW Expertise: Ability to create forward‑thinking codes that protect assets and attract providers.
- Silo‑Busting Integration: Deep experience unifying Public Works, IT, and Finance into one cohesive network strategy.
- Comprehensive Funding Strategy: End‑to‑end support identifying funding sources and writing winning grant applications.
Who Should Attend
Limited seats available. Ideal for municipal leaders seeking strategic cost savings and improved grant competitiveness.
- City Managers (ICMA/COG)
- Finance Directors responsible for long‑term budget and OPEX management
- Public Works leaders managing infrastructure delivery and CIP planning
- IT Directors overseeing network reliability and interoperability
- Grants/Capital Program Managers helping secure state/federal funding
Ed Barrett
Broadband President
Phone: 319.573.9931 ebarrett@hrgreen.com
Speaker Spotlight
Ed Barrett leads HR Green’s national Broadband Business Unit, bringing over 15 years of telecommunications experience supporting carriers and communities nationwide. He has guided broadband initiatives for cities of all sizes, including fiber projects and feasibility studies.
Ed is known for his strategic vision, financial modeling expertise, and ability to structure effective public‑private partnerships that advance community connectivity and economic growth. He frequently presents at industry conferences on broadband deployment and smart city technologies.
Ken Demlow
Senior Project Manager
Phone: 319.841.4323 kdemlow@hrgreen.com
Speaker Spotlight
Ken Demlow is a national leader in connectivity master planning with more than 20 years of experience in broadband visioning, planning, and public engagement. As a senior project manager at HR Green, he has led broadband master plans for cities, counties, and regional organizations across the U.S.
Ken specializes in translating community needs into actionable connectivity roadmaps, identifying funding opportunities, and shaping public‑private partnerships that advance digital equity and economic development. He is also a frequent industry speaker and author on broadband strategy and smart infrastructure.
Reserve Your Spot Empower Your City’s Future
Limited seats available. Ideal for municipal leaders seeking strategic cost savings and improved grant competitiveness.
Connectivity Systems Master Planning Live Webinar
Thursday | March 5, 2026
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CST
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