Neo
Neighborhood
Networks™
What It Is
Neo Neighborhood Networks™ is a comprehensive public-private partnership program that transforms communities into connected, intelligent ecosystems by deploying advanced wireless infrastructure and Smart City technology. Unlike traditional broadband programs that focus solely on internet access, NNDI creates a foundation for public safety enhancement, economic development, and community-wide digital transformation.
NNDI empowers communities to take control of their service by delivering genuinely affordable or free internet to underserved populations.
How It Works
Community Asset Optimization
Wireless equipment and antenna systems are strategically installed on rooftops of K-12 schools, public libraries, community anchor institutions, and other elevated structures on public property.
Neighbors Helping Neighbors As Remote Access Points
A crucial aspect of extending coverage and reaching surrounding residents involves utilizing private homes and businesses.
Strategic Fiber And Wireless Network
The wireless access points are connected (backhauled) wirelessly to existing internet circuits or directly to fiber optic networks. Key wireless technologies include Public Wi-Fi (utilizing 5.8 GHz and 6 GHz spectrum, and future Wi-Fi 6e) and Private LTE/CBRS (utilizing 3.9 GHz CBRS spectrum).
Focus On Community
Neo Networks collaborates with communities to build broadband networks that provide affordable internet access and other digital services, particularly in areas lacking commercial service.
Why It Works
Revenue Generation Without Tax Burden
Neo Neighborhood Networks™ generates sustainable funding through infrastructure monetization, rather than relying on tax increases. Communities generate recurring annual revenue from wireless carriers, equipment leasing, and data services while reducing their own operational IT costs by up to 85-90%.
Rapid Deployment With Proven Results
The hybrid approach delivers quick results, converting host sites in one to two days, achieving community-wide coverage in weeks. For example, 3,200 Dallas homes with 1,600 users were connected in under six weeks. Furthermore, the success seen in the Michigan City pilot earned the 2022 Purdue University Northwest Innovation Award.
Community Engagement Model
The neighbor-to-neighbor model builds local investment by making property owners partners in the network, fostering community ownership of digital infrastructure. NNDI also manages regulations, helping communities avoid legal challenges and maximize revenue.
Working Together
Neo Neighborhood Networks™ is one of NNDI's structured programs, which can be seamlessly combined with others, such as Neo NetZero™ and Cost-Free Connectivity for Kids™, as part of a broader Smart City Master Plan.