The funding will support connectivity for more than 23,000 library users and families, Mayor Michelle Wu said.

Mayor Michelle Wu named Jascha Franklin-Hodge, who was city CIO from 2014 to 2017, to the role that oversees transportation and public works.

Alex Lawrence, a former technology division chief of staff, was named to serve as CIO while the city searches for a permanent replacement for the role.

David Elges, who was appointed by Marty Walsh in 2018, stepped down after Mayor Michelle Wu was sworn in earlier this week.