Title
Resolution Authorizing Participation on the Board of Directors of the Technology and Data Institute
Body
Council Priority: Create an Environment to Promote Economic Development Opportunities and Job Creation.
Department: Information Technology
Council District: ALL
Public Hearing: N/A
Advertising Date/By: N/A
Contact 1 and Phone: Jane Nickles, 373-2314
Contact 2 and Phone: Rodney Roberts, 412-6158
PURPOSE:
To approve the City of Greensboro’s participation in the Technology and Data Institute and its Board of Directors
BACKGROUND:
The newly formed Technology and Data Institute operates as a non-profit, public service institute that leverages UNCG’s collaborative partnerships and cyberinfrastructure to build, manage, maintain, drive and collectively grow shared regional technology and data architecture that connects educational institutions, municipalities, community organizations, industry partners and people in our twelve county Piedmont Triad region.
BUDGET IMPACT: N/A
RECOMMENDATION / ACTION REQUESTED:
That the City Manager is authorized to appoint membership to and fully participate in the Technology and Data Institute and its Board of Directors.