Aug 12, 2026BoardMeeting
BoardAlabama Community College System Board Board Meeting And Work Session
The board meeting and work session focused on a news conference regarding a partnership between the Alabama Community College System (ACCS) and the Alabama Fiber Network. Key discussions highlighted the critical role of high-speed internet in enhancing education, economic development, and workforce training across all 67 counties, with a goal of connecting all 24 community and technical colleges by the end of 2027. Presentations provided an overview of the broadband infrastructure project, the history of legislative support for broadband in Alabama, and the positive impact of this connectivity on local institutions and their communities.