Rob Lloyd confirmed I From Here film screening I Cybersecurity Awareness Month

City of Seattle, Washington sent this bulletin at 10/15/2024 03:31 PM PDT
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Rob Lloyd confirmed as the City of Seattle’s Chief Technology Officer

On September 3, 2024, the Seattle City Council officially appointed Rob Lloyd as the new chief technology officer for the City of Seattle.
Lloyd’s appointment by the full council completes a process that began on May 30, 2024, when Mayor Bruce Harrell announced Lloyd’s selection as interim CTO. The Seattle City Council’s confirmation of the mayor’s appointment began on August 14, 2024, when Lloyd’s appointment was recommended unanimously by the five members of the Parks, Public Utilities & Technology Committee. Today’s unanimous vote in support of Lloyd by the full council means that he is confirmed for a term lasting into 2028. Keep reading...

Register for a screening of From Here

On the left, a film poster for "From Here" depicting a woman. On the right, an exterior view of a modern building with a unique geometric facade.

The film highlights generational immigrant experiences

The event is at the Seattle Central Library (1000 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104) in the Auditorium on Level 1 on Thursday, October 24, from 5 to 7:45 p.m. Doors will open at 5 p.m., and the film will begin at 5:30 p.m. Keep reading and register....

Calling all non-profits and community groups seeking funding for digital equity projects!

The City of Seattle’s annual digital equity grant application process opens next Wednesday, October 16, 2024, and will accept applications from non-profits that aim to close the digital divide and increase digital literacy in our community!

The 2025 Technology Matching Fund  will provide funds of up to $45,000 to qualifying non-profit organizations and community groups in Seattle for digital equity projects. A total of $455,000 has been allocated to this fund. City dollars are matched by the community’s contribution of volunteer labor, materials, professional services, or cash. Keep reading...

It's Cybersecurity Awareness Month!

Staying Safe on Public Wi-Fi: Best Practices for Cybersecurity Awareness Month

As we observe Cybersecurity Awareness Month, it’s essential to address one of the most common yet often overlooked security risks: using public Wi-Fi. Whether at a coffee shop, airport, or library, free Wi-Fi networks can expose your personal information to cyber threats. Here are best practices to help you stay safe while enjoying the convenience of public networks. Keep reading...