104 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 4, ISSUE 10 month. So, hats off to what the future holds for us, again, that future looks bright. But in order to cultivate a sense of community, you always want to ensure that you have housing for all.” Facing Connectivity Challenges with Determination On the subject of infrastructure improvements, Clark says the biggest challenge in Forest Park is broadband connectivity. He underscores the issues faced by the community due to inconsistent and unreliable internet service, affecting governmental systems, education, and public safety, and raising questions about whether there has been sufficient investment in broadband and fiber infrastructure in the region. Pointing out the critical importance of addressing this issue, he asserts, “It’s something that we’re really focusing on, in conjunction with other infrastructure items such as roadways, streetscape lighting and sewer.” “We really have to figure out how to get this community connected with strong internet
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