National Recognition for Innovation
The City of Pharr’s TeamPharr.net initiative has been recognized as one of the 50 most transformative smart city projects worldwide at the 2023 Smart 50 Awards, held in Denver, Colorado. The annual awards, organized by Smart Cities Connect and the Smart Cities Connect Foundation, highlight innovative projects with real municipal impact.
A Game-Changer for Connectivity
TeamPharr.net is Pharr’s ambitious city-owned broadband network, designed to bring fast, affordable fiber-to-the-premise (FTTP) internet service to residents and businesses. Once known as one of the least connected cities in America, Pharr is now setting a national example by making broadband access a public priority.
Empowering Residents and Businesses
With plans starting at accessible rates, TeamPharr.net ensures that families, students, and local businesses benefit from reliable high-speed internet. The initiative has already bridged gaps in education and economic development by providing thousands of homes with robust digital access.
Smart 50 Impact
This recognition places Pharr among leading cities worldwide using technology to solve pressing urban challenges. By treating broadband as essential infrastructure, Pharr is ensuring that connectivity drives opportunity, innovation, and growth across the community.
