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# Connecting our city
Bringing together the diverse minds and innovative solutions of Houston and Verizon.
- [Overview](https://www.verizon.com#overview)
- [Why Verizon](https://www.verizon.com#why-verizon)
- [Solutions](https://www.verizon.com#solutions)
- [Our partners](https://www.verizon.com#our-partners)
- [Contact us](https://www.verizon.com#contact-us)
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## Serving Houston together.
Since its founding, Houston has been a city where people come to thrive. Now, as the city continues to grow at record pace, Houston needs the power of reliable connectivity and innovative technology to continue to support its citizens.
At Verizon, our local team has a native understanding of Houston's needs — and a personal love of the city. We’ve been with you through thick and thin — hurricanes, pandemics, and Superbowls — and we take pride in partnering with homegrown businesses. With our strong presence and evolving technological support, Verizon is a partner you can depend on. After all, we’re Houstonians, too.
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## 98%
### of network facilities
remained operational during Hurricane Harvey.
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### Here for Houston.
#### First responders count on resilient networks to get the job done.
When Hurricane Harvey engulfed Texas in 2017, Verizon put our networks, equipment, and people at the backs of your first responders. To aid in recovery efforts, we brought in 200+ network professionals, 3,305 consumer devices, and over 80,000 gallons of fuel.
Our commitment to your first responders remains strong — learn more about how we help put Houston in a secure and productive position for emergency services.
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## Evolving solutions.
The City of Houston has big goals — and we have big solutions. Learn more about how we can support the community that serves the City of Houston.
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### Push to Talk Plus
Communicate quickly, and with more people, at the push of a button.
[Explore more](https://www.verizon.com/business/resources/factsheets/push-to-talk-responder-fact-sheet.pdf)
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### One Talk Plus
Stay connected with one number for both your smartphones and deck phones.
[Learn more](https://www.verizon.com/business/resources/solutionsbriefs/one-talk-for-public-sector.pdf)
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### Mobile Device Management
Simplify how you manage devices and protect sensitive data.
[View solution](https://www.verizon.com/business/products/security/mobile-device-endpoint-security/mobile-device-management/verizon-mdm)
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### Wireless Priority Service (WPS)
Receive special voice priority when reliable communications are essential. Available by request through DHS.
[See more](https://www.verizon.com/business/resources/solutionsbriefs/wireless_priority_service_volte_sb.pdf)
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### Mobile Broadband Priority
Get voice and data priority when your organization or agency needs it most.
[Download solution brief](https://www.verizon.com/business/resources/solutionsbriefs/mobile_broadband_priority_sb.pdf)
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### Preemption
Keep first responder communications connected during emergencies. Available at no additional cost.
[Explore solution brief](https://www.verizon.com/business/resources/solutionsbriefs/public_safety_preemption_sb.pdf)
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### 5G Business Internet
Rely on ultra-fast internet connectivity for your organization.
[Read more](https://www.verizon.com/business/resources/solutionsbriefs/5g-business-internet-for-public-sector.pdf)
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### LTE Business Internet
Extend your connectivity footprint with fast, reliable internet service that’s easy to deploy.
[View more](https://www.verizon.com/business/resources/solutionsbriefs/lte-business-internet-for-public-sector.pdf)
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### Network as a Service (NaaS)
Make your network agile to help enhance its performance and prepare your organization for the future.
[Learn more](https://www.verizon.com/business/solutions/digital-transformation/network-as-a-service/)
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## Meet our partners.
True to our culture of equity and inclusion, Verizon is dedicated to partnering with local suppliers who represent the diverse makeup of the City of Houston.
By teaming up with local leaders and entrepreneurs, we're bringing technology and innovation to every corner of Houston.
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### Steve Phelan, ESP Enterprises
We teamed up to install and maintain critical communications equipment for vital infrastructure, from first responders to government offices.
[Learn more](https://www.verizon.com/business/r3s0u4c3s/public-sector/state-local/contracts/tx/houston/Houston-Steve-Phelan-profile.pdf)
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### LaToshia Norwood, L’Renee & Associates
To meet post-COVID staff onboarding, we assisted with a large-scale deployment of devices and technologies, together.
[View more](https://www.verizon.com/business/r3s0u4c3s/public-sector/state-local/contracts/tx/houston/Houston-LaToshia-Norwood-profile.pdf)
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### Theresa Black, Virtuo Group
Together, we transitioned thousands of devices to a secure network.
[See more](https://www.verizon.com/business/r3s0u4c3s/public-sector/state-local/contracts/tx/houston/Houston-Theresa-Blackwell-profile.pdf)
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## Contact us.
Get in touch with our local account team to learn more about the solutions we offer to support the City of Houston.
#### [__Contact us__](https://www.verizon.com/business/contact/request-consultation/) __1-844-825-8389__
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