Pagbilao partners with IDo Solution for free WiFi access

MILESTONE IN PAGBILAO. Mayor Angelica Portes-Tatlonghari (seated, 3rd from left) and IDo Solution President and CEO Engr. Gary Libby (seated, 2nd from left) sign the Memorandum of Agreement on the free WiFi services in the presence of local officials. PHOTO by John Denveer M. Luce, LGU Pagbilao

PAGBILAO, Quezon — In a significant step to enhance digital connectivity and empower its residents, the local government unit of Pagbilao in Quezon province has forged a partnership with Integrated Digital Outdoor (IDo) Solution, a leading provider of WiFi infrastructure solutions.

The Memorandum of Agreement (MOU) signing ceremony took place on March 25, 2024, at the Pagbilao Municipal Court, marking the beginning of a collaborative effort to bring free WiFi services to the municipality’s residents.

The ceremony, attended by key officials from the local government and IDo Solution, highlighted the shared commitment to bridge the digital divide and ensure equal access to online resources for all residents of Pagbilao. Under the Terms of Agreement, IDo Solution will install, maintain and manage WiFi infrastructure across various locations in the area.

Mayor Angelica Portes-Tatlonghari expressed her enthusiasm for the partnership, stating: “Today marks a significant milestone in our efforts to create a more connected and digitally inclusive community. By partnering with IDo Solution, we are taking concrete steps towards providing free WiFi access to our residents, enabling them to harness the power of the Internet for education, communication, and economic empowerment.”

IDo Solution, known for its expertise in deploying reliable and high-speed WiFi networks, expressed its commitment to ensuring seamless connectivity for Pagbilao residents.

“We are honored to partner with the municipal government of Pagbilao in this initiative. Our team is dedicated to delivering robust WiFi infrastructure that will meet the evolving needs of the community and contribute to its socioeconomic development,” said Engr. Gary Libby, president and CEO of IDo Solution.

The free WiFi services that will be rolled out in the municipal park and public market aim to provide residents with easy access to online information and services. Additionally, the initiative is expected to promote digital literacy and facilitate greater civic engagement among the residents.

According to Libby, the initiative underscores the importance of public-private partnerships in addressing the digital divide and fostering inclusive growth. He added that the collaboration serves as a testament to the municipal government’s commitment to the welfare and progress of its residents.