Technology Advancement and Transformation Commission (STAT)

Skokie Telecommunications and Technology (STAT) Commission Meeting Minutes Date: Tuesday November 15, 2022 Time: 7 p.m. Location: Skokie Village Hall Conference Room A Attendees: Sam Corcione, Alex Franz, Chris Oh, Fran Roehm, Avi Nutkis, Scott Shamberg, Ken Grossman and Mayor Van Dusen. Virtual attendance Jimmy Gonzalez. Absent: Ninos Youkhana and James Paik. 1. Welcome & Introductions Sam called the meeting to order. 2. Approve minutes from July 27, 2022 Motion from Chris and seconded by Ken. All approved. 3. Resignation of Christopher Whitaker Sam explained that due to complications with work, Christopher Whitaker has resigned from the STAT Commission. 4. Mayor Van Dusen Mayor Van Dusen welcomed the group and explained that the Commission will be receiving a new member following the November 21 Village Board meeting. He also explained that Scott Shamberg has agreed to be Vice-Chair of the Commission. 5. An Explanation of Sam Corcione’s Illness and Reason for Meeting Cancellations Sam explained the health concerns that he has been battling and why they have caused previous meetings to be cancelled. 6. Brainstorming for Future Programming  CUB Solar Alex explained that the Village Board will be voting to approve the next Village Sustainability Plan at the November 21 Board meeting. One action item of the plan is to promote Grow Solar Chicagoland and the Citizens Utility Board (CUB) Solar Program. Alex encouraged the group to host a CUB event. Fran said she has contacted Peter Gore and that a date/event space just needs to be chosen.  Technology for Skokie Residents & Businesses: o Tech for Families Communicating with International Families Scott explained that many people living in Skokie are likely communicating with family members living in different countries and that a program on technology that helps residents connect with family might be beneficial to residents. Alex will send Scott and Sam the age and demographic data of the Village. o Technology Glossary Avi advised the group that many Skokie residents are likely not familiar with the names and acronyms associated with every day technology.  Alex discussed the possibility of creating a glossary of technology and posting it to the STAT webpage. Avi added that the group could create mini-video presentations on the technology and post them to YouTube or link already created videos to the STAT page. o Survey Residents & Businesses on Technology Questions Scott suggested that the group create separate surveys for residents and businesses that ask what technological questions that they would like answered or what technology programs they might want to see.  Village Science Fair Award Program Jimmy explained that he has contacted the high school and is waiting to hear if the event is virtual or in-person.  Technological Excellence Award Jimmy suggested that the Commission conduct a Village-wide technological excellence award where applicants will be rated on their application of technological innovations in their everyday life, businesses, etc.  Science & Technology Park Scott explained that there are probably many Skokie residents that do not know what occurs in the Science & Technology Park. He further explained that this is an opportunity for a program that showcases the park and the businesses within it.  STAT Website – How the Village is Using Tech Avi suggested that the Commission showcase how the Village is using technology on the STAT webpage.  May 4, 2023 – Password Day Avi explained that May 4, 2023 is Password Day and that it would be a good opportunity to have the Cybersecurity Event on this day. 7. Next Meeting December 13, 2022 The group agreed to meet in December. In January 2023, the Commission will return to its routine schedule of meeting the last Tuesday of the month. 8. Adjourn The motion to adjourn was made by Scott and was seconded by Avi. All approved.