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PRESENT: Stephen Pruch, Cindy Dietz, Kaaren O’Rourke, Bob Vogel, Joe Russin, Joe Escobar, Linda DeWitt, Linda Loft, Linda Grenz

RECORDER: Linda Grenz

1.) Minutes from 1/9/03 reviewed, and approved with one correction.
Agendas will be posted on TACT’s website.

2.) Comments on the new application form:
It was decided the new application would be a cgi form, not a PDF.  This allows the application to be submitted via the Internet, and the information from the fields to be imported into a database.

Joe Escobar will make the changes to the application that were discussed, and email members when complete.  TACT to comment on the revised application by 5PM, Wednesday, January 29 (per email dtd 1/24/03).

3.) Comments on the draft management plan:
TACT to comment on the plan via email by 5PM, Wednesday, January 29 (per email dtd 1/24/03).

4.) Public Forum 4PM to 5PM:
Stephen introduced TACT and solicited questions and comments from the audience.  These included:

• Can TACT funds be used for the Bond projects, specifically overtime for installations?
• What are the general guidelines for requests?
• Managers should consider the technology infrastructure of a room before ordering equipment.  A prompt on the application form to remind managers would be beneficial.
• What are other institutions doing?
• Carl Perkins information should be included on the application.  Are you eligible?  Have you been rejected?
• Is there an equipment replacement plan?
• TACT’s interim plan for 2003 and the permanent plan were clarified.
• Does TACT retain the duties in place prior to the implementation of the technology fee?
• What about staff computer replacement?
• Are TACT funds appropriate for ADA accommodations?
• What is the percentage of annual funding vs. money for contingency throughout the year?
• Definition of technology was clarified; computer technology.