The Town of Kentwood embracing technology

Mayor Irma T. Gordon announced at the March monthly council meeting that the town would use technology, virtual clouds, and computers for presentations. My experience with council meetings in various cities and townships has allowed me to observe how they embrace technology.

Each month, invited speakers speak at Kentwood Town Council meetings without presenting anything for the public to see.  Computer technology makes it very easy for presenters to engage their audiences. Presentations, agendas, minutes, and videos can be displayed on the smart monitors. 

It has been my request in the past that the CPA present in a way everyone can see and follow. I urge the mayor and town council to request that Harrell's CPA Firm present documents that anyone can see since we now have the smart monitor. As we move forward, I hope the town council and mayor inform the speakers that we do have the technology to show presentations.  In most cases, the general public has no idea what they are talking about. It is more important for us to avoid having our council vote on things they do not fully comprehend. 

Years ago, I donated a projector to the Town Council, but I was the only one using it.  Our technological advances are twenty-three years behind those of the 21st Century. I am delighted to see that this administration is making the necessary changes. The mayor and council purchased a smart monitor for the upcoming meetings.