What is the Boston Wireless Initiative?
In 2006 Mayor Thomas Menino announced his plan to build a wireless network across the city using a unique model a non-profit entity that would offer wholesale service to any provider interested in offering service. The mayor was responding to the recommendations of his special Wireless Task Force, which recommended that a non-profit approach was the best way to offer low-cost service for residents while also creating the kind of open network that would attract innovators of all kind. Because the network will be run by a not-for-profit entity using new, low-cost technology, prices are likely to be as low $10 -$15 per month.
