Council recognizes SA Digital Connects as it winds down; impact report and legacy fund planned

Council members recognized SA Digital Connects for coordinated, cross-sector work to increase Internet access and digital opportunity across the city and county.

Rhea Pape, executive director, told the council the partnership connected over 25,000 homes and produced a San Antonio–Bexar County digital investment plan. She said the final phase focuses on documenting the model, assessing impact and ensuring outputs remain useful beyond the organization: "In a couple weeks, we're excited to share our impact report... Next week we have a very special announcement of our SA Digital Connects legacy fund."

Council members praised the organization's convening role and public–private partnerships that made device distribution, training and targeted connectivity possible. The council noted the work's continuation through a legacy fund to be stewarded by an established community organization.

The item included thanks to city staff and partner organizations and noted that the partnership model will inform future efforts to expand access and digital skills.