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Build Unity

Goal 1: Implement Strategies to Eliminate Racism and Other
Forms of Discrimination and to Advance Unity in Arlington
Objective 3: Address Education and Workforce Training Disparities
Project Performance Measure(s) Department(s)
BU Unity Council Recommendation  Circulation of technology Library
1.3.3 – Chromebook/hotspot check  #of Programs
out & digital literacy  #of Attendees
Summary:

Closing the digital divide is essential to provide Circulation of Chromebooks Kits
economic opportunities for residents, and the residents 100
with the greatest needs are those living in the 76010 zip
code. ESRI Electronics and Internet Market Potential 80
study on the four main census tracts in this area, only
51% of households own a computer. Library data on 60
internet usage by library branch also shows that 16% of
all computer sessions among the seven library locations 40
were at the East Library and Recreation Center (ELaRC),
confirming that this community uses the library as a 20
place with secure, reliable computer access.
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The final phase of the FY 2021 Innovation Zone grant
funded the purchase of 200 Chromebook laptops 1st Qtr 2nd Qtr 3rd Qtr 4th Qtr
currently available for checkout by the public at ELaRC.
The ability to offer hotspots for check out are under
investigation and it’s hoped that this can be included in Digital Literacy Programs Offered
the Chromebook kit. This service is accessible to anyone 100
with a library card.
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Getting technology into their hands is only the first step.
The Library will also provide digital literacy programs to 60
help people move beyond just social media and google.
Workshops will help participants learn how to:
 locate trustworthy and reliable information. 40
 understand good digital citizenship
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(appropriate, safe, and responsible use of the
internet and technology).
 unlock new learning potentials and explore a ‐
1st Qtr 2nd Qtr 3rd Qtr 4th Qtr
wide range of topics.
 learn new workforce skills to help better their
job opportunities.

While this is only 200 laptops, the marriage between
providing access to technology and knowledge a person
previously did not have access can only help them
achieve their desire to learn and improve their access to
new opportunities.

FY 2022 Adopted Budget and Business Plan 34 City of Arlington, Texas