Next Century Cities is a national membership organization of more than 170 mayors and local government leaders committed to ensuring the benefits of fast, affordable, reliable broadband internet are accessible by all. Across the country, innovative municipalities have recognized the importance of leveraging gigabit level internet to attract new business and create jobs, improve health care and education, ensure civic participation, and connect residents to new opportunities. Next Century Cities is committed to celebrating these successes, demonstrating their value, and helping other cities to realize the full power of truly high-speed, affordable, and accessible broadband.