I.

Introduction of Members:

Members present were Jo Rathgeber, Robert Keely, Anne Fitzpatrick, John Fitzpatrick, Eugene Murray, Kelly Commiskey, Dana Ellington, Janine Cuticchia, Kirk Keller, and Michele Hillison.  

Council Member Julie Robison was present.  Staff member Susan Moran was present.
 

II.

Approval of Minutes:

The board unanimously recommended approval of the January 15, 2004 minutes as written.

III.

Citizen Comments:

Mr. Fitzpatrick inquired about whether or not the Town currently used open source software, and if not, suggested exploring the possibility of using it.  He commented that it was both good and inexpensive and improved speed and readability.  Mr. Fitzpatrick also inquired about power lines in the Town, noting that at present most of the lines are above ground.  He suggested that since the Town is working on road projects, lines be buried and that the Town require it.  

Mr. Keely noted that the Town’s Electronic Mailing List System (EMLS) was working very well, particularly during the series recent winter weather storms.

IV.

Old/New Business:

Members discussed at length their goals for the coming year.  Members unanimously voted to reappoint Robert Keely as Vice-Chair.  Members unanimously recommended inviting Technology Services Director Bill Stice to the March meeting to discuss Wi-Fi technology.

V.

Member Comments:

1.  There were no member comments.
 

VI.

Adjournment:

The meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m.

VII.

Next ISAB Meeting:

The next ISAB meeting will be held on Thursday, March 4, 2004 at 5:30 p.m. in the Temporary Council Chambers at the Herb Yong Community Center , 101 Wilkinson Avenue .