Meetings

Agenda for DakotaLink Advisory Council Quarterly Zoom Meeting

Date: December 5, 2024
Time: 2:00 PM Central Time
Location: Zoom/Telephone

1. Call to Order

• Welcome and introductory remarks by Richard Moeller.

2. Roll Call and Introductions

• Roll call initiated by Richard Moeller.
• Introduction of attendees and acknowledgment of absences.

(Each member states “Here” when their name is called for accurate transcription.)

3. Approval of September 10, 2024 DRAFT Meeting Notes – Richard

• Review and approval of the previous meeting’s notes.

(Motion and second. All in favor say Aye. All opposed say Nay)

4. Approval of today’s DRAFT Agenda – Richard

• Review and approval of the DRAFT agenda.

(Motion and second. All in favor say Aye. All opposed say Nay)

5. Updates and Announcements – Page

• Executive Committee Update:
  • Welcome to Lyle Cook as the new Member at Large.
  • Lyle – American Indian Conference, Lakota Tournament
  • Kendra – DD Conference
  • Richard – Activities

• New Employee in Sioux Falls – Adam Hust
  
  

6. Assistive Technology and AI Usage – Page

• Discussion Topics:
  • Emerging trends in assistive technology for 2025.
  • Updates on AI-driven assistive technology since last meeting. New iPhones, Android, Otter.ai, Predictive Text
  • Demonstrations of new tools or software relevant to accessibility. Mouthpad (updates)
    
    

7. Review of State Plan and Annual Progress Report – Page

• State Plan:
  • Updates and status of the plan due on September 30.
• Annual Progress Report:
  • Finalization of module-based data.
  • Discussion on meeting the December 31 submission deadline.
  • Collaboration with other agencies
    
    

8. Open Forum – Richard

• Opportunity for council members to share additional updates, ideas, or concerns.

9. Planning for the Next Meeting – Richard

• Set the next quarterly meeting date and time (March 2025).
  
  

10. Adjournment – Richard

• Call for a motion to adjourn.

(Motion and second. All in favor say Aye. All opposed say Nay)

Meeting Notes Reminder: Please review the draft notes from the September 10, 2024, meeting prior to this session to ensure efficient discussion and approval.