Greetings!
This email is primarily to provide Steve with maps and to outreach to those that would comprise a team. Below are 4 different sections for initiating the community wifi infrastructure process in conjunction with the President of the National Juneteenth Observance Foundation
Section 1 Starting with context for wifi overview items
Sections 2-4 are proposed mapped areas in LA County
Section 1 Below are the starting items for a community network. Once you have your target team and some assets identified we can develop your plan in detail.
CommunityWifi.net Wireless community networks (WCNs) or wireless community projects are organizations that take a grassroots approach to provide a viable alternative to municipal wireless networks for consumers. A community network is basically: A WIFI system that is run by the local people to fit their needs.
Key Components:
· Volunteers - Tech and support (8-10) · Community Resources - Churches, community centers, semi-public spaces· Sponsors (capital and knowledge)
Technical RequirementsNetwork Plan based upon:
· Target area & users (Define your target area boundaries)· Internet connection (Consider Middle Mile issues)· High Ground Assets· Wireless Equipment
How to:
Internet Community Support network http://www.communitywifi.net/ISOC Guide https://www.internetsociety.org/tutorials/wireless-community-networksNYC Public Mesh Guide https://www.nycmesh.net/blog/how/Community Wireless Networks: Why Not? https://www.govtech.com/e-government/99431624.htmlNationwide Hotspot https://www.lightreading.com/worlds-first-wifi-nation/d/d-id/592823
 | World's First WiFi Nation | Light ReadingThe Polynesian island-nation of Niue (260 square kilometers) becomes the first country to have nationwide free wireless Internet accesswww.lightreading.com |
Steve Williams
President
National Juneteenth Observance Foundation
Phone: (888) 509-NJOF ext. 700
Email: swilliams@nationaljuneteenth.org
Web: www.nationaljuneteenth.org
Section 2 Sankofa Village, and it's EV transportation project
Obama (N) to Slauson (S) along Crenshaw with connections to Dorsey, Crenshaw and Audubon LAUSD schools
Section 3 The CalTekNet Digital Divide LA County Census Tracks for development of Community Wifi Networks, as per our conversationnote: they are listed in order of my priority but I would try to initiate them at or near the same time and walk each of them through.I'm also thinking of incorporating the LA City Neighborhood Councils grouped by 12 service regions that targeting their boundaries as a source of community stakeholder support
eKenneth Wyrick- 20 minutes ago
Greater Leimert Park Hubzone by census tracks https://maps.certify.sba.gov/hubzone/map#center=34.006392,-118.304765&zoom=14&latlng=33.997518,-118.311631
Kenneth Wyrick- 16 minutes agoLong Beach Hubzone by census tracks
https://maps.certify.sba.gov/hubzone/map#center=33.784966,-118.177649&zoom=14&latlng=33.997518,-118.311631
Watts Hubzone by census tracks
https://maps.certify.sba.gov/hubzone/map#center=33.937375,-118.239868&zoom=14&latlng=33.935472,-118.237943
Pico Union Hubzone by census tracks
https://maps.certify.sba.gov/hubzone/map#center=34.044293,-118.292482&zoom=14&latlng=34.043104,-118.291281
Boyle Heights Hubzone by census tracks
https://maps.certify.sba.gov/hubzone/map#center=34.026565,-118.200813&zoom=13&latlng=34.037671,-118.200447
Section 4 ICSDAI Maps and Schools is the background on the broad region for creating a new black/brown centric school district https://sites.google.com/view/icsdai/icsdai-maps-and-schools?authuser=0
The roster of schools is also contained here--
Michael Batie Ph.D.President - Los Angeles Council of Black Professional EngineersCEO Mobile Math and Science Labs - Los Angeles
Michael Batie Ph.D.President - Los Angeles Council of Black Professional EngineersCEO Mobile Math and Science Labs - Los Angeles
http://www.michaelbatie.com/ - Overview http://www.michaelbatie.com/HisStory - History, Background, Publications
http://www.mmsl-la.com Mobile Math and Science Labs https://sites.google.com/view/icsdai/home - Forming a New School District Info <--- This is the complete siteOn Thu, Sep 15, 2022 at 12:42 AM Kenneth Wyrick < calteknet@gmail.com> wrote:
Again it is easier for me to send you information that may give you something you might be interested in. And if not just ignore it.The following is extracted from the forwarded message below.Kenneth said Ben mentioned several broadband resources and that he wants us to build a system to support broadband access initially for students, parents and seniors from Obama (N) to Slauson (S) along Crenshaw with connections to Dorsey, Crenshaw and Audubon LAUSD schools.
---------- Forwarded message ---------From: Kenneth Wyrick <calteknet@gmail.com>
Date: Tue, Feb 9, 2021 at 4:47 PM
Subject: follow up to todays mtg of Zahir and Ken
To: Zahir Imhotep <zahir.imhotep@gmail.com>, ben caldwell <bencaldwellfilm@aol.com>, Michael Rendler <michael.rendler@gmail.com>
Hello,
Thank you Zahir for meeting with me today from Atlanta. As per our conversation I'm following up with a recap of our meeting. Please feel free to jar my memory on what we talked about. Cheers!
Zahir was asked to talk about his understanding of what he thinks we need to produce for Ben.
Zahir said that he's aware of the broadband project and as he understands it, that what Ben wants is for us to identify broadband access/providers that are available to be connected to in Leimert Park. He specifically mentioned, AT&T, The Sentinel, Metro and maybe one or two others.
Zahir said we need to figure out how much it will cost and who's paying for it, since operating autonomous vehicles requires substantial bandwidth.
Kenneth said Ben mentioned several broadband resources and that he wants us to build a system to support broadband access initially for students, parents and seniors from Obama (N) to Slauson (S) along Crenshaw with connections to Dorsey, Crenshaw and Audubon LAUSD schools.
Kenneth continued to talk about his understanding which is implied (but not explicitly stated by Ben) from meeting with Ben that for now, Ben needs a 1-page Digital Divide Broadband operational plan covering the geographical map (see street designations above) he provided us.
Zahir said he will check the bandwidth of his technical writer and get back to me regarding the information he will contribute, initially.
Kenneth is producing this documentation and will extract and compile information from documents he has shared with the others.
The broadband team needs to have Ben review the meeting notes and provide feedback with specifics so we are clear on his request and we can produce what he needs.
Thank you very much.
Since our meeting, this morning I located an:
and a 10 step Guide to Starting a WISP (Wireless) or small business.
Step by Step Guide
Step 1: Evaluate an Area: Make sure your area is a good candidate for a Wireless Internet network.
Step 2: Find a Fiber Provider: Find a building where you can purchase a fiber connection and use the rooftop to start your wireless network.
Step 3: Find Relay Sites: Extend your network wirelessly toward your customers.
Step 4: Pick a Hardware Platform: Evaluate available options for wireless hardware.
Step 5: Billing and Customer Management: Make sure you’re able to get paid and support your customers.
Step 6: Network Topology: Design your network topology to make your network reliable and scalable. Routers, switches, IP addresses, VLANs, etc.
Step 7: Build your Infrastructure: Install hardware for your fiber connection and your relay sites.
Step 8: Install a Customer: Get your first customer online!
Step 9: Marketing: Let people know about your service so they can experience a better Internet connection!
Step 10: Maintenance: Keep your network running smoothly, even in bad weather.