Santa Clara County, CA

County in California

United States

1.78m population • $3.6b budget

Santa Clara County, CA municipally-owned internet service provider could reduce the digital divide

The Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors is considering a proposal to create a municipally-owned internet service provider in order to reduce the digital divide. The municipally-owned internet service provider would offer affordable, reliable, high-speed broadband service to approximately 680,000 underserved and 70,000 unserved residents.

Digital Services+2

Santa Clara County, CA

United States

Santa Clara County, CA implemented text to 911 emergency services

Text to 911 services are available throughout Santa Clara County. This option helps anyone who is deaf, hard of hearing, speech impaired, or unable to speak safely due to their emergency. This service is currently only offered in English and calling 911 is still preferred.

Communications+2

Santa Clara County, CA

United States

Santa Clara County, CA placed highly intelligent traffic signals on major 10-lane arterial roads

The county has placed highly intelligent traffic signals on major 10-lane arterial roads. They are using cloud technology and edge computing to control the flow of traffic for the benefit of cars, bicycles and pedestrians.

Road & Traffic Management+2

Santa Clara County, CA

United States

Verified Projects

San Jose, CA launched Silicon Valley Strong resource hub for residents during the COVID-19 pandemic

The City of San Jose launched the Silicon Valley Strong website as a digital resource hub for residents living in Santa Clara County during the COVID-19 pandemic. This landing page showcases critical updates, raises funds, recruits volunteers, and develops food distribution strategies. Silicon Valley Strong was developed in collaboration with Silicon Valley organizations and businesses in order to provide resources to vulnerable neighbors.

Outbreak / COVID+2

San Jose, CA

United States

Santa Clara County, CA

United States

San Jose, CA created an online map for local food distribution sites during the COVID-19 pandemic

The City of San Jose created an online map showcasing over 400 food distribution sites for families that need helping during the COVID-19 pandemic in Santa Clara County. The map is available on the new Silicon Valley Strong website and is updated regularly with data from local governments, schools, non-profits, businesses, and news outlets. Users are able to search for nearby food banks, pick-up restaurants, senior meal services, and youth meal services by entering their address.

Outbreak / COVID+2

San Jose, CA

United States

Santa Clara County, CA

United States