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Assistive Technology Advisory Council Quarterly Meeting Wednesday, November 4, 2020 9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. Join via Zoom: [https://dhswi.zoom.us/j/92218394295] Join via Phone: Phone: 844-708-2569 or 312-626-6799 Meeting ID: 922 1839 4295 Draft Agenda 1. Welcome and Introductions 2. Review and Approve Quarterly Meeting November 4, 2020 Agenda 3. Review and Approve August 5, 2020 Quarterly Meeting Minutes 4. Public Comment on Issues Affecting Assistive Technology Users 5. (9:10 A.M. – 9:20 A.M.) or on the State Plan on Assistive Technology, 2018-2020 ([dhs.wisconsin.gov/publications/p02162.pdf]) 6. Assistive Technology Program Partner Updates 7. Wistech Program Updates (Consumer Stories, Quarterly Reporting, Trainings, and COVID-19 Impact) 8. Assistive Technology Council Member Appointments 9. Group Power Training Update; Jason Ostrowski, Jim Denham, and Jenesis Lindbo 10. Accessible Social Media; Laura Plummer and Jenesis Lindbo 11. Adjourn The purpose of this meeting is to conduct the governmental business outlined in the above agenda. The purpose of the Advisory Council is to provide advice and guidance to the WisTech Program and assure that it is in compliance with the provisions of the Assistive Technology Act (Tech Act) of 1998, as amended. Specifically, the Advisory Council will provide advice and guidance on the following: • Submission of Wisconsin’s State Plan for Assistive Technology (AT) to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Community Living (ACL); • Monitoring the WisTech program according to the State Plan for AT; • Developing and maintaining collaborations with other agencies, organizations, and bodies providing AT services and devices throughout the State; and • Monitoring of program data and outcomes. The Council is administratively attached to the Department of Health Services. If you need an interpreter, alternate formats, or other accommodations to participate, please contact Laura Plummer at 608-514-2513 or laura.plummer1@dhs.wisconsin.gov. Phone: 844-708-2569 or 312-626-6799 Meeting ID: 922 1839 4295
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