DIS- 4997
Items For Discussion 1.
Work Session Board of Supervisors 10:00 a.m.
Board of Supervisors
- Meeting Date:
- 01/29/2020
- Title:
- Federal Communications Commission
- Submitted By:
- Melissa Tucker, Board of Supervisors
- Department:
- Board of Supervisors
Presentation:
No A/V Presentation
Recommendation:
Document Signatures:
# of ORIGINALS
Submitted for Signature:
Submitted for Signature:
NAME
of PRESENTER:
of PRESENTER:
Diana Coho
TITLE
of PRESENTER:
of PRESENTER:
Consumer Affairs and Outreach Specialist
Mandated Function?:
Source of Mandate
or Basis for Support?:
or Basis for Support?:
Information
Agenda Item Text:
Discussion and possible direction regarding topics presented by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
Background:
Discussion regarding addressing ongoing problems with robocalls, scams and other telecommunications-related issues.
Topics we plan to cover will include:
Topics we plan to cover will include:
- Unwanted calls including robocalls and spoofing
- Telephone billing issues including slamming and cramming
- Protecting your smart devices from being lost or stolen
- Broadband and digital inclusion: encouraging everyone to get online
- The ongoing broadcast transition and how broadcast TV stations in your area may be affected
- How to file informal complaints using our online Consumer Help Center
- Tip cards, posters and other outreach materials
Department's Next Steps (if approved):
n/a
Impact of NOT Approving/Alternatives:
n/a
To BOS Staff: Document Disposition/Follow-Up:
n/a
Fiscal Impact
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