Technology Advancement and Transformation Commission (STAT)

Skokie Telecommunications and Technology (STAT) Commission Meeting Agenda Date: Tuesday April 25, 2023 Time: 7 p.m. Location: Skokie Village Hall Conference Room A 1. Welcome & Introductions  New Commissioner Richard Owen 2. Approve minutes from March 28, 2023 3. Discussion Programming  CUB Saver Event Sam/Fran Was on April 11 2023 at 7:00 to the consumer, we had 14 registered and 8 turned out. We will do it again next year  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. The event is scheduled for May 4, 2023. @ 7:00 PM We got an announcement 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.  A program about navigating Aggressive sales tactics _Chris O_/______ Christopher initiated a discussion on the aggressive sales tactics of phone providers and how the Commission can help educate residents on these tactics and how to best navigate them.   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.  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.  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. 4. New Business- Continued BRAINSTORMING SESSION 5. Next Meeting May 30,2023 6. Adjourn