Mayor Brandon Johnson made the announcement in Garfield Park on Thursday morning.
The Chicago Connected Program will continue for at least another year thanks to $4 million from the American Rescue Act funds.
Meanwhile, a new investment of $8 million was announced to bring free Wi-Fi access in 60 Chicago parks.
Wi-Fi access will be available in field houses, outdoor areas, and in nearby neighborhoods in a 200-yard radius, according to the mayor.
The initiative began in the summer of 2020 as a $50 million project.
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