Technology Advancement and Transformation Commission (STAT) — Skokie, IL
Date: 2023-07-25

Skokie Telecommunications and Technology (STAT) Commission
 Meeting Agenda


Date: Tuesday July 25, 2023
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Skokie Village Hall
 Conference Room A

 1. Welcome & Introductions

 2. Approve Minutes from Tuesday May 30, 2023

 3. Discussion Programming

  Cyber Security Program AVI/______
 Let’s prepare for another event in 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?



 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.

 A Program on AI and ChatGPT ______/_____
 The group discussed having an educational event on the use of ChatGPT and
 other emerging AI platforms. The group discussed creating an advisory memo
 for the Village Board on using AI like ChatGPT. This could be expanded to
 have trainings and/or a presentation.

 A Program on Tracking ______/______
 An event on digital privacy and why you get ads when you go to places, visit
 webpages, or say certain things.

 Videos on how the Village is using technology. ______/______
 The group agreed that the first two videos should be “How the Village
 Telegraphs Sewers” and “How the Village uses Drones”. Alex will talk with the
 communications team on developing the videos.

 A Program on Credit Improving Technology______/______
 Avi suggested a joint event with the Consumer Affairs Commission on Credit
 Improving Technology.
  An Event for Recycling Tech Waste and Shredding __Sam_/_____
 The group discussed a technology waste cleanup event and possible
 collaboration with SWANCC. Alex reminded the group that SWANCC offers a
 number of waste events each year and that all Skokie residents can attend
 these events.
 -
  A collaboration on a drone photography event Jimmy/_____
 or drone photo contest, with the Fine Arts Commission


4. New Business- Continued BRAINSTORMING SESSION

5. Next Meeting August 29,2023

6. Adjourn