The document summarizes an upcoming summit focused on developing "Intelligent Communities" in the Ark-La-Tex region through the use of broadband technology. The summit, hosted by the Intelligent Communities of the Ark-La-Tex organization, will take place over three days with presentations on best practices for adapting to the broadband economy and workshops for local leaders. The goal is for communities in the region to collaborate using strategies that leverage broadband connectivity to create new jobs and economic opportunities on a global scale.