The city of Old Brooklyn has launched "Old Brooklyn Connected"

OLD BROOKLYN, Ohio - Cleveland Ward 13 Councilman Kevin J. Kelley introduced “Old Brooklyn Connected”, which will provide free, fast, and secure high-speed wireless internet access to the entire city.

At the center of this project is the new community website, http://oldbrooklynconnected.com .
The website will be where residents can get information on local businesses, and will serve as the homepage for users when they log on to start their web browsing.

“This project is more about providing free internet service to the people of my ward,” said Councilman Kelley. “This project is about building a stronger community. This project is about giving our children an advantage; it is about providing opportunity to every resident in this ward. We are creating the most connected community in America. We are closing the digital divide and providing access to information, knowledge, and opportunity. Old Brooklyn is sending a message to the world that we are open and welcoming to families and small businesses.”

All that is needed for using the free internet access is a wireless enabled computer. If you do not have one, or have an older model computer, you will need to purchase a wi-fi card or antennae.
Also, if you live or work in a building with walls that block the signal, you may also need to purchase a wireless router.

Councilman Kelley is also committed to making sure Old Brooklyn residents know how to properly use their free wi-fi. Workshops and classes will be offered by the Cleveland Housing Network’s Connect Your Community in locations around Old Brooklyn.