Technology Advancement and Transformation Commission (STAT)

Regular Meeting

Skokie, IL · March 28, 2023

Minutes

Skokie Telecommunications and Technology (STAT) Commission Meeting Minutes Date: Tuesday March 28, 2023 Time: 7 p.m. Location: Skokie Village Hall Conference Room A Attendees: Sam Corcione, Alex Franz, Ken Grossman, Baccet Levy, and Chris Oh. Absent: Ninos Youkhana, Scott Shamberg, Syed Mahmood, Jimmy Gonzalez and Avi Nutkis. 1. Welcome & Introductions Sam called the meeting to order. There was not a quorum. 2. Approve minutes from February 28, 2023 There was not a quorum. 3. Announcements Sam explained that Francis resigned from the Commission and that former Commissioner James Paik passed away. Both will be very missed. 4. Discussion Programming  CUB Solar Energy Event Sam tabled this event until further notice and will look through old notes/emails as well as attempt to contact Fran to get past information on the event.  CUB Saver Event Sam reminded the group that the event is on April 11, 2023 at 7 p.m. in Village Hall. Sam asked that four volunteers from the Commission be present. Baccet volunteered to help and Alex said that he will send an email reminder as the event draws closer. Volunteers should arrive between 6:15-6:30 p.m.  Cyber Security Program Sam read an email from Avi which explained that he (Avi) and Sgt. Shelton have met and are working on updating the presentation to 2023.  Home Medical Technology Alex contacted the Health Department and was provided with a list of Federally Qualified Health Centers for the group to contact.  Technology for Skokie Residents & Businesses: o Tech for Families Communicating with International Families Sam has begun researching the topic and will continue to with more to come at the next meeting. o Technology Glossary Sam and Avi will connect on the topic prior to the next meeting. o Survey Residents & Businesses on Technology Questions Tabled until next meeting.  Village Science Fair Award Program Sam recapped the science fair and explained that Natalie NG was the winner. The award will be presented to Natalie at the May 15 Village Board meeting.  Technological Excellence Award Sam will try to meet with Jimmy prior to the next meeting.  STAT Website – How the Village is Using Tech Alex explained that he has begun compiling information. 5. New Business Sam postponed the brainstorming session until the next meeting. Christopher initiated a discussion on the aggressive sales tactics of phone providers and how the Commission can help educate residents on the these tactics and how to best navigate them. 6. Next Meeting April 25, 2023 7. Adjourn There was not a quorum.

Agenda

Skokie Telecommunications and Technology (STAT) Commission Meeting Agenda Date: Tuesday March 28, 2023 Time: 7 p.m. Location: Skokie Village Hall Conference Room A 1. Welcome & Introductions 2. Approve minutes from February 28, 2023 3. Announcements  Francis Roehm has resigned, we wish her well  James (Seungjae) Paik was removed for lack of participation. Unrelated James suddenly passed away this past week. We sympathize with his family and will keep him in our minds and hearts. 4. Discussion Programming  CUB Solar Energy Event Fran/Baccet ****TABLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE**** Fran and Baccet volunteered to work on the program. Fran explained that she has been in contact with recurring presenter, Peter Gore of ISEA.  CUB Saver Event Sam/Fran We have moved away from Devonshire (they need too much lead time) and have placed it back into Village Hall. It will be on April 11 2023 at 7:00 to the consumer, we need commissioner volunteers coming to be there by 6:15 to assign them duties, we need at least 4 people (including Sam) to keep things moving.  Cyber Security Program Avi/Scott_ Avi volunteered to lead the program and requested assistance from someone who is good with PowerPoint. Scott suggested creating a STAT PowerPoint template for use in future events. Barring any scheduling conflicts with the Police Department’s training room; the event is scheduled for May 4, 2023. @ 7:00 PM Alex will get something on the page soon and a registration system set up. I need to verify that someone is able to STAT-ize the graphics with Avi. Avi, Alex, Brandi Shelton and Sam should plan on meeting to create a program timeline for the event, as well as determine publicity and registration  Home Medical Technology Syed/Baccet_ Syed explained that he would like to assist in this program. Sam said he will share his notes on the topic. (I have no notes after all.) Syed and Baccet will have a meeting about an inkling of a plan and Alex will engage people at the Health Department. The Health Department was contacted by Alex, and they suggested this program is not for them, they will give Alex a list of providers that will be more interested in assisting with this process. One of the reasons is that we are not professional enough to word this in a way where we are not stepping over the line of dispensing medical advice.  Technology for Skokie Residents & Businesses: o Tech for Families Communicating with International Families Scott/Sam 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 Lead/All Commissioners 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/Alex (all contribute) 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/Sam WE HAVE A WINNER! Presented to: Natalie NG a Niles North 10th Grader, on their Science Fair project of: “Effects of Digital and Physical Textbooks on Learning” A project to measure which of the two (physical and digital text) have a greater positive affect on Students. This project impressively demonstrated the growth we are seeing as a society when it comes to using technology within the education system. Natalie and her family will attend the Skokie Village Board Meeting on May 15, 2023 @ 7:30 PM  Technological Excellence Award Jimmy/Syed 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. Must create a nomination form and have it on the STAT page 2 months in advance.  STAT Website – How the Village is Using Tech Avi/Chris O Avi suggested that the Commission showcase how the Village is using technology on the STAT webpage. Avi and Chris Oh will meet to discuss the webpage. Alex explained that he can assist in the page development and providing content. 5. New Business- BRAINSTORMING SESSION 6. Next Meeting April 25,2023 7. Adjourn