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Barbara presented a request by CISC to have four (4) official members of the permanent ACC. A discussion regarding ACC membership ensued. John I. reviewed the current membership model as approved by EMT. The EMT reinforced their responsibility to appoint members in order to achieve the necessary and appropriate balance of committee membership. Ron suggested that CISC have an official member chosen by the EMT from a roster of official CISC nominations. CISC could submit the names of 3 or 4 individuals they would like to have on the committee, from which the EMT appoints one (1). The model was discussed and approved by consensus as the model to be used for all important stakeholder groups. Paul suggested EMT go ahead and solicit nominations from the Small School Districts Association, CISC, ACSA, and IHE and appoint an official member from each. The EMT discussed and agreed by consensus. John and Barbara will contact other groups after discussing with CISC. The group discussed the importance of each member of the ACC having clear expectation and a process to communicate within their regions and stakeholder groups. John and Barbara will draft a process and distribute to EMT electronically for discussion. The process will include minimum expectations of a member regarding communications to the groups or regions they represent. Ron suggested a map of CA to facilitate finding a person’s “local representative” on the ACC. Todd will task staff to develop. Ron inquired about term of service for ACC members. EMT agreed membership terms are to be for 2 years, beginning July 1 of 2005. Barbara and John will draft specific language to outline the protocols regarding membership terms. Todd emphasized the importance of the ACC’s work in the next few months. Network Implementation Committee Report Russ provided an update of the recent NIC meeting. The MOU with NIC members was discussed and accepted by members of the NIC. Russ will be getting the MOUs signed and work with NIC members to fulfill their obligations. Russ updated other items, to include Erate letters of agency, Round 2 Reimbursements, regional meetings, CTF and Erate. Staffing Update Todd introduced Teri Sanders as the new Director of K-12 Outreach for the K12HSN. He highlighted her background as a teacher, district CBO, and attorney. Teri’s primary role will be the management and execution of the Communication Plan for the K12HSN.
Erate Project Report Russ discussed his conversation with the CDE regarding the K12HSN’s ability to support Erate at the statewide level. The EMT discussed the benefits of working in support of the CDE on this effort. Russ and Todd will work with the CDE to develop a detailed plan. The group felt it important to have some level of financial support from the CDE. Video Project Report Alan reviewed two documents with the EMT and provided an update on recent activity. The group discussed the vision for videoconferencing support by the K12HSN. Alan and Todd will develop a detailed implementation plan and bring back to the EMT in February. Various funding models for one-time and ongoing costs will be evaluated. Last Mile Grant Project Report Dave reviewed the draft process document in detail. The EMT discussed the process and agreed to proceed as outlined with minor changes being made by the PMT. Leadership Project Report Todd updated the group on the current status of the project. Todd will be drafting a working document to be reviewed with Glen from CCSESA. The EMT discussed and agreed the Leadership Project should be managed by the K12HSN in coordination with CCSESA. Coordination Liaison Reports Barbara discussed her efforts with CTAP to provide language for CTAP regions to include in their Regional Plans to be submitted to the CDE. No other reports were given. Program Review (Audit) Report Sheila reviewed the MGT report outline with the EMT. There was discussion around several of the items. MGT will be presenting the Final Report to EMT on February 25. The draft report will be available February 8. It will be made available to CENIC with the agreement they are to provide specific written responses to any findings within 1 week of receipt of draft report. The draft report will also be provided to the Legislative Analyst’s Office, Department of Finance, and the legislative staff. Evaluation Report Marcie and Debby provided a brief update on evaluation efforts. They discussed their work in developing Case Studies and are working with the ACC to coordinate efforts around the Demonstration Sites being identified. Debby will contact Sheila to discuss the Status Report and how best to coordinate. Legislative/Policy Report The group reviewed the document provided by Sue Burr.
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