Based on months of outreach to residents, government officials, schools, businesses, healthcare, and community-based organizations, the Digital Marin Needs Assessment Report was compiled to show the needs within Marin’s communities. The outreach process uncovered gaps that many people didn’t know existed and opened the door for collaboration between multiple entities. The Needs Assessment Report was … Continued
Digital Marin is pleased to post the Needs Assessment Final Draft for public comment. The report is the culmination of extensive community outreach and leadership from the project’s Executive Steering Committee and Community Work Groups. It will serve as a foundation for development of the strategic plan. The report includes Marin’s overall digital need statements, … Continued
On June 24, 2021 Magellan Advisors presented their findings to the Digital Marin project team and workgroup members. The report covered their findings and recommendations for consideration in creating the Digital Marin plan. Topics included: Marin’s current internet infrastructure and services An ongoing business model Governance structure to move the Strategic Plan forward to project … Continued
On June 10, 2021, the Digital Marin project held a workshop for all communities together. Liza Massey, CIO of Marin County led the meeting with help from Rebecca Woodbury, formerly from the City of San Rafael and current Digital Marin Volunteer. The group did two interactive polls and used Jamboard as a landing place for … Continued
On June 2, 2021, the Planning, Transportation, and Public Works Work Group met to review the findings of their outreach efforts. Highlights include: Supporting countywide permitting system Monitor rollout of bikeshare (to be reworded) Virtual public engagement How to get information in an emergency Watch the meeting Read the meeting notes and slides Planning, Transportation … Continued
On February 26, 2021, the Planning, Transportation, and Public Works Working Group met, facilitated by Elise Semonian, Planning Director in San Anselmo. Elise, along with Marin County Digital Marin volunteer Rebecca Woodbury, shared an overview of the Digital Marin project, the project’s goals, the role of the working group, and the approach for seeking outreach from stakeholders. … Continued
Digital Marin is a community-driven planning process. Part of the outreach process is to establish “communities of interest” groups for these general focus areas: Business & Economic Development Education Government & Emergency Management Healthcare & Community Based Organizations Internet / Communication / Technology Providers Planning, Transportation, Public Works Residents These groups will reach out to … Continued
