The Town of Queen Creek, Arizona, has experienced explosive growth—tripling in size over the last 15 years. With that growth came an urgent need to expand public safety and utility services. But as more people moved in, wireless networks in the area became increasingly congested, leading to coverage issues that impacted first responders and municipal operations alike.
That’s where Modern Networks stepped in.
After exploring dual-carrier setups using both Verizon and AT&T’s FirstNet, the Queen Creek Fire Department found themselves paying double while still experiencing dead zones. Through FirstNet, they were introduced to Nextivity’s MegaFi high-power user equipment (HPUE), and eventually to Modern Networks—who provided demo units for rigorous field testing across known coverage gaps.
The results were immediate and impressive. Whether responding in remote areas or attending a desert concert with 85,000 attendees, the MegaFi devices never lost signal. That reliability, paired with Modern Networks’ hands-on approach to installation and support, gave Queen Creek the confidence to roll out the solution across their fire and utility fleets, with the police department next in line.
Modern Networks didn’t just provide the hardware—they delivered a fully customized deployment plan. Geronimo Ramirez from our team personally visited Queen Creek, photographed all vehicle setups, created a detailed install spreadsheet, and made deployment so simple that even fleet techs could handle the installation. And with ongoing support, the town knows they’re never alone—day or night.
“Modern Networks didn’t just sell us a solution—they became a trusted partner,” said David De Anda, IT Deputy Director for the Town of Queen Creek. “Their responsiveness, attention to detail, and hands-on approach made all the difference.”
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As Queen Creek continues to grow, its public safety teams now operate with confidence, knowing they have reliable connectivity and a trusted team behind the scenes. If your agency is facing similar connectivity challenges, Modern Networks is ready to help.
