Technology Advancement and Transformation Commission (STAT)

Skokie Telecommunications and Technology (STAT) Commission SPECIAL Meeting Agenda Date: Tuesday December 13, 2022 Time: 7 p.m. Location: Skokie Village Hall Conference Room A 1. Welcome & Introductions 2. Approve minutes from November 15 ,2022 3. Membership Changes  Scott Schamberg Is appointed as Vice-Chair  Baccat Levy is appointed as a new commissioner 4. Discussion Programming  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 Sam/______ Fran has received no response from staff at CUB and will reach out to Brian. (While setting the agenda, Sam has reached out to CUB to attempt to schedule one)  Cyber Security Program Avi//_____ Avi explained that he has a presentation prepared and that it would also pair well with presentations on home health technology. 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  Home Medical Technology Syed/______ 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.   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/______ 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. 5. New Business 6. Next Meeting January 31, 2023 7. Adjourn