Technology Advancement and Transformation Commission (STAT)

Skokie Telecommunications and Technology (STAT) Commission Meeting Agenda Date: Tuesday May 30, 2023 Time: 7 p.m. Location: Skokie Village Hall Conference Room A 1. Welcome & Introductions  Departing Commissioner Ninos Youkhana 2. Approve Minutes from Tuesday April 25, 2023 3. Facilities and Budgets: The group discussed having events at different locations like the Backlot Bash, Festival of Cultures, etc. The group also discussed having fliers to give to the book mobile. We can look into this 4. Discussion Programming  Cyber Security Program Avi/Scott_ Was Great, we had about 25 people there, and the feedback was great We are going to get a similar one on the books for October  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_/_AVI_____ 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. I sent a list to Avi, it needs to be pared down 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. Can a list of finalized questions be put on paper, and what will we award? - Name of Individual or Industry - How does this individual or industry demonstrate technological excellence? - How has this individual or industry made a positive impact on Skokie?  A very special Thanks to Jimmy for presenting the Science Fair Award while I was recuperating  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. Consider handing this over to Consumer Affairs? 5. New Business- Continued BRAINSTORMING SESSION 6. Next Meeting June 27,2023 7. Adjourn