Technology Advancement and Transformation Commission (STAT)

Skokie Telecommunications and Technology (STAT) Commission Meeting Agenda Date: Tuesday July 26, 2022 Time: 7 p.m. Location: Skokie Village Hall Conference Room A 1. Welcome & Introductions 2. Approve minutes from June 28,2022 3. Discussion Programming  ComEd Utility Program Awaiting information from the Chamber  CUB Solar Energy Event Sam said that he will reach out to CUB to begin discussions Alex explained that a representative from CUB reached out to the Village in hopes of partnering on their Grow Solar Chicagoland event which will provide education on the benefits of solar. Alex explained that this could be an opportunity for the commission to partner with the Sustainable Environmental Advisory Commission (SEAC) and will forward the email he received from CUB to Sam.  CUB Saver Event Fran has received no response from staff at CUB and will reach out to Brian.  FCC Affordable Connectivity Program Avi explained that he will send Alex & Sam language for the newsletter. Fran inquired if there was any additional information on affordable broadband programs from the federal government. Please see attachment.  Cyber Security Program Avi explained that he has a presentation prepared and that it would also pair well with presentations on home health technology. This is tabled until Avi returns to full service from his newborn.  Home Medical Technology Syed explained that he would like to assist in this program. Sam said he will share his notes on the topic. I have minimal notes and we will need to reinvent the wheel. 4. INTERNAL PROGRAMS  Media Campaign Avi suggested a “STATus Updates” media campaign for the Village website, Enews, etc. First one out there, need updated logo  Web Page Cleanup Sam and Alex will discuss updating the STAT Commission webpage as well as adding minutes and agendas. Our logo has been added, and our minutes. We now have a forwarder www.skokie.org/STAT  Standardized Brochures Sam will work with the Commission to standardize program brochures and make all internal documents available to the group (cloud-based storage).  Surveys Sam and Alex will work together to remake the survey. After talking this over we need the whole group to come up with what we want in a survey 5. TED TALK ***THIS DISCUSSION IS TABLED UNTIL WE HAVE STAT STABILIZED**** Rules at TED website. (Ninos/Scott/Christopher/Sam/Nick). We have gotten the chance to gather as a sub-commission. The sub-commission is compromised of Scott, Christopher, Sam, and Ninos. We are ramping up now that the holidays have passed NICK AND ANDREA HAVE HAD A CONVERSATION AND THE FEASIBILITY INCREASED 6. New Business 7. Next Meeting August 30, 2022 8. Adjourn  Services Division: Whenever we hear about another tragedy involving gun violence, we grieve along with our fellow citizens and community members who were impacted. The Skokie Human Services Division employs trained social work and human service professionals that can assist Skokie residents experiencing any level of trauma or other mental health concerns. Residents seeking assistance to navigate the various mental and behavioral health resources that are available are encouraged to reach out to the Human Services Division at 847/933-8208. A short confidential phone call and/or in-person visit is all it takes for the Village's social work and human service staff to connect and refer individuals or families to the variety of readily available resources in Skokie and the surrounding area. Residents also can find a list of available resources on theNiles Township Human Services Directory. Affordable Connectivity Program From the Village's Telecommunications and Technology Commission: The Affordable Connectivity Program is a Federal Communications Commission program that helps connect families and households struggling to affordable internet service. This new benefit provides a discount of up to $30 per month toward broadband service for eligible households as well as a one-time discount of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop computer or tablet from participating providers. Eligible households can enroll through a participating broadband provider or directly with the Universal Service Administrative Company using an online or mail-in application. To learn more about the benefit, including eligibility and enrollment information, click here or call 877/384-2575. Green Alley Project Approved As part of the Village’s ongoing commitment to increased investment in sustainability initiatives, the Village Board recently