City of Columbia launches pilot program offering free Wi-Fi in Douglass Park

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)

The City of Columbia is offering free Wi-Fi access for the public at Douglass Park in a pilot program.

Officials say the program could expand into other community parks in the future as funding and resources become available.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, it has become even more clear that some residents face barriers to accessing the internet. Providing Wi-Fi in parks will allow visitors to access the internet for free for business, personal and school use.

The main access point in Douglass Park is in the center of the park, near the shelter. No password will be required to access the Wi-Fi, visitors should just choose the network, "CoMo-Park_WiFi."

The cost of installing and providing Wi-Fi access is shared between the City’s Parks and Recreation and Information Technology departments.