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== Crystal Lagoon == |
== Crystal Lagoon == |
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The Connected City will have the first Crystal Lagoon in the United States. A Crystal Lagoon is a massive [[Swimming pool|pool]] that uses utilizes environmentally [[Sustainability|sustainable]] technologies and minimal [[Chemical substance|chemicals]].<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.fox13news.com/news/local-news/233384889-story|title=Community with massive crystal lagoon coming to Wesley Chapel|last=FOX|work=FOX13news|access-date=2017-06-07|language=en-US}}</ref> This lagoon will be 7.5 [[Acre|acres]] and 4,200 [[Square foot|linear square feet]] in [[circumference]]. The average depth will be 8 feet, with a maximum depth of 12 feet. It will have a [[Bar|swim-up bar]], [[List of water sports|watersport]] activities, [[Beach|beaches]], a [[waterfall]], and an [[island]]. <ref>{{Cite news|url=http://ntneighborhoodnews.com/2017/02/crystallagoon/|title=Crystal Lagoon Breaks Ground In Epperson — Neighborhood News|date=2017-02-09|work=Neighborhood News|access-date=2017-06-07|language=en-US}}</ref> |
The Connected City will have the first Crystal Lagoon in the United States. A Crystal Lagoon is a massive [[Swimming pool|pool]] that uses utilizes environmentally [[Sustainability|sustainable]] technologies and minimal [[Chemical substance|chemicals]].<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.fox13news.com/news/local-news/233384889-story|title=Community with massive crystal lagoon coming to Wesley Chapel|last=FOX|work=FOX13news|access-date=2017-06-07|language=en-US}}</ref> This lagoon will be 7.5 [[Acre|acres]] and 4,200 [[Square foot|linear square feet]] in [[circumference]]. The average depth will be 8 feet, with a maximum depth of 12 feet. It will have a [[Bar|swim-up bar]], [[List of water sports|watersport]] activities, [[Beach|beaches]], a [[waterfall]], and an [[island]]. <ref>{{Cite news|url=http://ntneighborhoodnews.com/2017/02/crystallagoon/|title=Crystal Lagoon Breaks Ground In Epperson — Neighborhood News|date=2017-02-09|work=Neighborhood News|access-date=2017-06-07|language=en-US}}</ref> |
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== ULTRAFi == |
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The Connected City will be completely wired for 1 GB internet speeds through a service called ULTRAFi.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.tampabay.com/news/business/pasco-county-to-have-nations-first-ultrafast-internet-community-built-from/2256967|title=Pasco County to have nation's first ultrafast Internet community built from ground up|website=Tampa Bay Times|language=en-us|access-date=2017-07-28}}</ref>This service is created by Metro Development Group and is provided by [[Spectrum Internet|Spectrum]], who beat out proposals from [[Fiber Internet|fiber internet]] services such as [[Verizon Fios|Verizon FiOS]] and [[Gigabit Squared]].<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2454920,00.asp|title=Bright House Bringing Gigabit Internet to Homes in Tampa|work=PCMAG|access-date=2017-07-28|language=en}}</ref> The infrastructure being installed in the Connected City has the capability to be increased up to 10 GB in the future.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.bbpmag.com/Features/0614feature-UltraFi.php|title=MDG and Bright House Networks Build ULTRAFi Communities|website=www.bbpmag.com|access-date=2017-07-28}}</ref> |
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== Residential Development == |
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The first residential development within the Connected City is the community of Epperson.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://wfla.com/2017/02/02/photos-subdivision-with-7-5-acre-lagoon-under-construction-in-pasco/|title=PHOTOS: Subdivision with 7.5 acre lagoon under construction in Pasco|last=Jones|first=Jana|date=2017-02-02|website=WFLA|access-date=2017-07-28}}</ref> Upon completion, it will have around 3,000 homes, all of which will feature ULTRAFi technology and access to the Crystal Lagoon. In total, the Connected City is planned to have around 37,000 homes.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.visitwesleychapel.com/crystal-lagoon-communities-by-metro-places--update-nl2051|title=Crystal Lagoon Communities by Metro Places {{!}} Update|website=www.visitwesleychapel.com|access-date=2017-07-28}}</ref> |
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== Education == |
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The developer of Connected City, Metro Development Group, has partnered with Saint Leo University to create a state-of-the art education center. <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.tampabaynewswire.com/2017/01/26/metro-development-group-announces-partnership-with-saint-leo-university-to-bring-high-tech-education-center-to-the-connected-city-52382|title=Metro Development Group announces partnership with Saint Leo University to bring high-tech education center to the Connected City|date=2017-01-26|website=Tampa Bay News Wire|access-date=2017-07-28}}</ref> The center will utilize ULTRAFi to allow students taking specialized [[business]], [[computer science]], and [[Cyber Security|cyber security]] online from around the world. The education facility will also house other [[University|Universities]].<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://patch.com/florida/newtampa/metro-development-group-announces-partnership-saint-leo-university-bring-high-tech|title=Metro Development Group announces partnership with Saint Leo University to bring high-tech education center to ConnectedCity|date=2017-01-26|work=New Tampa, FL Patch|access-date=2017-07-28|language=en-US}}</ref> |
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== Healthcare == |
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A portion of Connected City will be dedicated to a Wellness District, constructed in partnership with Florida Hospital and Tampa General Hospital.The district will include a [[hospital]], [[research center]], and health care facilities. [[Telemedicine]] and at-home health options will also be available for residents to take advantage of.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.beckershospitalreview.com/hospital-transactions-and-valuation/florida-hospital-tampa-general-partner-with-metro-development-on-connected-city.html|title=Florida Hospital, Tampa General partner with Metro Development on 'Connected City'|last=Rege|first=Alyssa|website=www.beckershospitalreview.com|language=en-gb|access-date=2017-07-28}}</ref> |
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== Transportation == |
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Multimodal transportation networks are currently in development for the Connected City. <ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.tbo.com/pasco-county/pasco-officials-get-early-peek-at-tech-heavy-connected-city-20151210/|title=Pasco officials get early peek at tech-heavy ‘Connected City’|date=2015-12-10|work=TBO.com|access-date=2017-07-28}}</ref> [[Autonomous car|Self driving]] and [[Electric vehicle|electric vehicles]] will be provided by Meridian Autonomous Systems.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://issuu.com/lakerlutznews/docs/landolakes012517/2|title=The Laker-Land O' Lakes-January 25, 2017|work=issuu|access-date=2017-07-28|language=en}}</ref> The Meridian Autonomous Vehicle (World Bus by Mobi-Cubed), will be the first self-driving vehicle in the Connected City.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://lakerlutznews.com/lln/?p=43087|title=Connected City vote on Pasco’s agenda|date=2017-02-01|work=The Laker/Lutz News|access-date=2017-07-28|language=en-US}}</ref> |
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== References == |
== References == |
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Revision as of 18:19, 28 July 2017
The Connected City is the United States first ever gigabit internet community[1] to be built from the ground up. It is located in Wesley Chapel, Florida in Pasco County.[2] The community will include a Saint Leo University Education Center[3], a wellness district sponsored by Florida Hospital and Tampa General Hospital[4], and the first Crystal lagoon in the United States[5].
The Connected City Corridor was created by Florida Senate Bill 1216 in May 2015 through a private public partnership between Metro Development Group and Pasco County. This bill states that the chosen area will be used as a 10 year “pilot program” for future further implementation in additional counties.[6]
Crystal Lagoon
The Connected City will have the first Crystal Lagoon in the United States. A Crystal Lagoon is a massive pool that uses utilizes environmentally sustainable technologies and minimal chemicals.[7] This lagoon will be 7.5 acres and 4,200 linear square feet in circumference. The average depth will be 8 feet, with a maximum depth of 12 feet. It will have a swim-up bar, watersport activities, beaches, a waterfall, and an island. [8]
ULTRAFi
The Connected City will be completely wired for 1 GB internet speeds through a service called ULTRAFi.[9]This service is created by Metro Development Group and is provided by Spectrum, who beat out proposals from fiber internet services such as Verizon FiOS and Gigabit Squared.[10] The infrastructure being installed in the Connected City has the capability to be increased up to 10 GB in the future.[11]
Residential Development
The first residential development within the Connected City is the community of Epperson.[12] Upon completion, it will have around 3,000 homes, all of which will feature ULTRAFi technology and access to the Crystal Lagoon. In total, the Connected City is planned to have around 37,000 homes.[13]
Education
The developer of Connected City, Metro Development Group, has partnered with Saint Leo University to create a state-of-the art education center. [14] The center will utilize ULTRAFi to allow students taking specialized business, computer science, and cyber security online from around the world. The education facility will also house other Universities.[15]
Healthcare
A portion of Connected City will be dedicated to a Wellness District, constructed in partnership with Florida Hospital and Tampa General Hospital.The district will include a hospital, research center, and health care facilities. Telemedicine and at-home health options will also be available for residents to take advantage of.[16]
Transportation
Multimodal transportation networks are currently in development for the Connected City. [17] Self driving and electric vehicles will be provided by Meridian Autonomous Systems.[18] The Meridian Autonomous Vehicle (World Bus by Mobi-Cubed), will be the first self-driving vehicle in the Connected City.[19]
References
- ^ "Community: Pasco County Florida - Application Pasco County Florida - US Ignite". www.us-ignite.org. Retrieved 2017-06-07.
- ^ "Pasco commission plugs in connected city corridor in Wesley Chapel". Tampa Bay Times. Retrieved 2017-06-07.
- ^ "Saint Leo To Be Part Of Connected City | Saint Leo University". Saint Leo University. Retrieved 2017-06-07.
- ^ "Tampa General, Florida Hospital join connected city wellness plan". Tampa Bay Times. Retrieved 2017-06-07.
- ^ "Here's a sneak peek at the Crystal Lagoon project in Wesley Chapel". Tampa Bay Times. Retrieved 2017-06-07.
- ^ "Connected City FAQ". Pasco County Florida. July 7, 2016. Retrieved June 6, 2017.
{{cite news}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter:|dead-url=(help) - ^ FOX. "Community with massive crystal lagoon coming to Wesley Chapel". FOX13news. Retrieved 2017-06-07.
- ^ "Crystal Lagoon Breaks Ground In Epperson — Neighborhood News". Neighborhood News. 2017-02-09. Retrieved 2017-06-07.
- ^ "Pasco County to have nation's first ultrafast Internet community built from ground up". Tampa Bay Times. Retrieved 2017-07-28.
- ^ "Bright House Bringing Gigabit Internet to Homes in Tampa". PCMAG. Retrieved 2017-07-28.
- ^ "MDG and Bright House Networks Build ULTRAFi Communities". www.bbpmag.com. Retrieved 2017-07-28.
- ^ Jones, Jana (2017-02-02). "PHOTOS: Subdivision with 7.5 acre lagoon under construction in Pasco". WFLA. Retrieved 2017-07-28.
- ^ "Crystal Lagoon Communities by Metro Places | Update". www.visitwesleychapel.com. Retrieved 2017-07-28.
- ^ "Metro Development Group announces partnership with Saint Leo University to bring high-tech education center to the Connected City". Tampa Bay News Wire. 2017-01-26. Retrieved 2017-07-28.
- ^ "Metro Development Group announces partnership with Saint Leo University to bring high-tech education center to ConnectedCity". New Tampa, FL Patch. 2017-01-26. Retrieved 2017-07-28.
- ^ Rege, Alyssa. "Florida Hospital, Tampa General partner with Metro Development on 'Connected City'". www.beckershospitalreview.com. Retrieved 2017-07-28.
- ^ "Pasco officials get early peek at tech-heavy 'Connected City'". TBO.com. 2015-12-10. Retrieved 2017-07-28.
- ^ "The Laker-Land O' Lakes-January 25, 2017". issuu. Retrieved 2017-07-28.
- ^ "Connected City vote on Pasco's agenda". The Laker/Lutz News. 2017-02-01. Retrieved 2017-07-28.