While the subject of this post isn’t strictly an “event,” there is a deadline associated with it, so we’re going to bend the rules a bit.

The City of Seattle is seeking new members for a Seattle Citizens’ Telecommunications and Technology Advisory Board. The full press release is available after jump, but in a nutshell, the 16-member board advises city officials on issues of community-wide interest relating to telecommunications and technology, including cable television access and community technology access. Members of the board are residents of the City of Seattle and are appointed by the mayor for 2-year terms. During their tenure, board members attend monthly meetings and may participate in a few other related events. Members are not compensated.

If you’re interested in promoting technology in Seattle and shaping city policy to get community residents better connected, this is a great opportunity. The deadline for expressing your interest is October 20. See details below for where to send your resume and cover letter.

NEWS ADVISORY

SUBJECT: Seeking telecommunications and technology advisory board members
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
10/8/2008 4:23:00 AMFOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Jill Novik (206) 684-8583
Kristine Kertson (206) 233-0073
Karin Zaugg Black, Mayor’s Office (206) 684-8358
Seeking telecommunications and technology advisory board members

SEATTLE – Mayor Greg Nickels is seeking candidates for the Citizens’ Telecommunications and Technology Advisory Board (CTTAB) for terms beginning in January, 2009. Members are appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council to serve a two-year term. Board members must reside in Seattle and serve without compensation.

“I urge those with a strong background in technology and telecommunications with a passion for keeping Seattle in the forefront of technology to consider this important work,” said Mayor Nickels.

The 16-member board advises city officials on issues of community-wide interest relating to telecommunications and technology, including cable television access and community technology access.

The board is involved in the Community Technology Matching Fund and My Neighborhood Map, a Seattle geographic information system available to the public. The board has also been actively involved in the City’s exploration of providing fiber to the premises, the digital television transition and looking at ways to make boards and commission meetings more accessible to the public through technology via podcasting and other methods.

The CTTAB reflects a broad range of professional and community experience and perspectives and seeks to be representative of the cultural diversity of the Seattle community. It includes residents from different city neighborhoods, members of various technology or telecommunications concerns, educational institutions, lawyers, and media activists. The board is seeking candidates from fields related to telecommunications or technology.

Participation in the CTTAB requires attendance at monthly meetings (second Tuesday of each month) and participation in at least one sub-committee that meets monthly. Board members also attend and participate in infrequent relevant public meetings and events.

To be considered for appointment to the Board, please email or send a letter of interest and résumé by October 20, 2008. In keeping with Mayor Nickels’ “Paper Cuts” program, electronic submissions are preferred. E-mail your letter and résumé to Jill Novik at jill.novik@seattle.gov including CTTAB in the subject heading or mail them to:

Jill Novik
Department of Information Technology
City of Seattle
700 – 5th Avenue, Suite 2700
P.O. Box 94709
Seattle, Washington 98124-4709
The Nickels Administration is committed to promoting diversity in the city’s boards and commissions. Women, senior citizens, persons with disabilities, sexual minorities, and persons of color are encouraged to apply.

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