COMMUNITY TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING Wednesday – January 8th, 2025 – 6:30PM City Hall – Boards and Commission – Room 1101 301 W 2nd St, Austin, TX 78701 Some members of the BOARD/COMMISSION may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, email Dan Martinez at dan.martinez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Steven Apodaca, Chair Keith Pena-Villa Thomas Rice Suzanne Heritage Sumit DasGupta AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Carina Alderete, Vice Chair Brian AM Williams Gabriel Nwajiaku Ibiye Anga The first ten speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Community Technology and Telecommunications Commission meeting on November 13th, 2024. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation on the Collaborative Art + Technology Situation (CATS+) provided by the Museum of Human Achievement (Rachel Stuckey, Director of Digital Arts, Museum of Human Achievement) 3. Presentation on the City of Austin website redesign project by the city’s CTM department (Jessica King, Chief Communications Director, Communications & Technology Management) 4. Presentation on the status of the city’s participation and involvement in the BEAD challenge process (Khotan Harmon, Program Manager, City of Austin Economic Development Department) 5. Discussion, Selection, and Approval of Grant for Technology Opportunities Program DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2025 Review Panel WORKING GROUP UPDATES 6. Update from the public surveillance working group 7. Update from the Artificial Intelligence working group 8. Update from the Duplicative Technologies working group FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If you require Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Dan Martinez at the Community Technology Division in the Economic Development Department, at dan.martinez@austintexas.gov for additional information; TTY users …
Name Applicant 1 City Austin Employer Salesforce Title Contracts Analyst Community Involvement Dedicated to community empowerment, I volunteered at warming shelters during the Texas Freeze 2021, utilizing social media to secure funding for 75 displaced individuals. Additionally, I led digital marketing initiatives for Barcelona's first coding school for women, trans, and gender non- conforming individuals. Also, I initiated a successful fundraising campaign at UT Austin that aided over 50,000 community members affected by sexual violence. Furthermore, I facilitated e-filing for 200+ expunctions for low-income clients and supported outreach efforts for legal name and gender modifications under the Texas Law Trans Name and Gender Project. Committed to fostering positive change, I've contributed actively to diverse community causes, amplifying support and resources for underserved populations Qualifications With a robust background in technology and a track record of leveraging its potential for community impact, I am well-suited to review grants for the Grants Technology Opportunities Program. I possess a combination of skills in technology, managing projects, and a deep dedication to using technology to advance social causes. This combination positions me as a qualified candidate to assess and select impactful projects that align with the program's objectives. I am eager to serve on the review board for the Grant for Technology Opportunities Program due to my passion for leveraging technology as a catalyst for positive societal change. I firmly believe in the transformative power of technology to create opportunities, bridge gaps, and empower communities. Contributing my expertise to this program aligns with my commitment to supporting initiatives that harness technology to address societal challenges and foster inclusive growth. Serving on the review board offers an avenue to evaluate and support innovative projects that can make a tangible difference, aligning with my goal of promoting technology-driven solutions for social advancement. Resume/Curriculum Vitae Why LEGAL AFFAIRS ► PROGRAM MANAGER ► EXECUTIVE SUPPORT Legal Administration I Strategic Projects I Organizing Genius A legal expert excelling in elevating executive efficiency and operational performance through hands-on planning and project management. Recognized for expertise in legal administration, program development, and building strong organizational relationships. Extensive experience in technology-focused environments, particularly with the legal and business intricacies of selling Software as a Service (SaaS) products and services. KEY SKILLS Business Operations | Project Management | Cross-Functional Collaboration | Time Management | Issue Resolution Technology: Lexion, DocuSign, Conga, JIRA, Salesforce PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 2023 - Present Salesforce I Austin, TX (Hybrid) Contracts …
