The Broadband Commission was formed because the county board recognizes the potential to strengthen the economic and social vitality of Cook County and its citizens through the strategic adoption of broadband technologies. The board has charged the commission with developing and executing strategies to effectively realize these benefits.
The commission’s work is shaped by the following strategic goals:
- GOAL 1: Broadband Connectivity – To promote the development and availability of robust, reliable, and affordable broadband technologies and services.
- GOAL 2: Knowledge Workforce – To promote development of the knowledge, abilities, and skills needed by county residents to flourish in an information economy.
- GOAL 3: Digital Inclusion – To promote the adoption of programs, policies, and practices that reduce the number of people who do not have access to broadband tools.
- GOAL 4: Innovation – To promote broadband-based innovation in all areas of the community.
- GOAL 5: Stewardship – To promote broadband-based applications that encourage good stewardship of local energy and natural resources.
- GOAL 6: Community – To promote broadband-based applications that strengthen community social ties.
Interested citizens should contact: Danna MacKenzie, Cook County Information Systems Director at 218-387-3662 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Applications can also be downloaded HERE
Appointments will be made by the Cook County Board of Commissioners