What happens when one of the worst connected cities decides to rebuild its future?

In this Tech Legacies conversation, Brownsville CIO Jorge Cardenas explains how connectivity became the foundation for transforming an entire city.

From launching a 100-mile municipal fiber network to deploying private 5G and building an AI factory, Brownsville is creating the infrastructure needed for smarter cities, safer communities, and new economic opportunities.

Jorge shares how these investments are improving internet access, enabling businesses, supporting public safety, and opening doors for families and students across the city.

In this episode you will learn:

• Why smart cities must start with connectivity

• How fiber infrastructure changes economic opportunity

• The role of private 5G in city operations and safety

• How AI will help cities monitor infrastructure and public spaces

• Why technology investments can change the trajectory of communities

Technology alone does not transform a city.

Connectivity does.