January 24, 2024

In this news letter:

Travel, Tallahassee and Trucks
FREE Tree Giveaway
Become a Palm Beach County Poll Worker
Free Tax Services
AI Outlook
Gregg In The News
Commish In The Community
Elections 2024

Travel, Tallahassee and Trucks

What Gregg’s been up to

In his role as co-chair of the AI Exploratory Committee for the National Association of Counties, Gregg is currently on a visit to the Bay Area in his home state of California. The purpose of this trip is to engage in discussions with key figures in the AI industry. People across the world are recognizing the potential that AI will bring to the economy and public sector, and America’s counties need to be prepared to address this innovation with the realization that AI technology is here to stay.

Earlier this month he was in Tallahassee for the start of the 60-day Florida legislative session where he learned about several bills being pushed that aim to regulate the use of artificial intelligence. One of the bills (SB972) proposes to create an artificial intelligence advisory council, another (SB850) would require transparency when AI is used in political advertisements. We’re already seeing in New Hampshire the havoc it can cause.

Yet another bill proposes (SB1680) to develop safety and transparency standards for content generated by artificial intelligence, while prohibiting its use for the creation of obscene material under certain conditions.

Other legislation expected to come out of the state capitol aims to curb social media use among minors, requiring social media companies to prohibit kids under 16 from creating accounts. Additional safeguards are also proposed for seniors and vulnerable adults when it comes to banking. We know all too well how people can fall victim to scams. The bill intends to protect from financial fraud those 65 and older as well as adults whose ability is impaired. We will keep an eye on these and others bills that affect Palm Beach County and we’ll let you know if they make it to the governor’s desk and survive the veto pen.

Our office has been hearing from many residents concerned about semi-truck parking. It is apparent that there is a shortage of truck parking facilities in Palm Beach County and throughout the nation. This is leading to unsafe situations for truckers as well as other motorists. We are seeing an increase in large semi-trucks being parked along roadways and in residential neighborhoods throughout the county, including in our district. Most neighborhood roads aren’t built to handle heavy semi-trucks; they damage roads, swales, and can make it hard for emergency vehicles to get around.

One area in the county that is particularly affected is The Acreage. In November the board took up this issue and took a first step in relaxing the rules for commercial vehicle parking in that area. Though Gregg supports making changes that allow for some additional parking to support home-based businesses, allowing semi-trucks in residential areas is not something he can get behind. To explain his position and considerations, Gregg wrote an opinion piece that ran in the Palm Beach Post.

On Thursday January 25 the board, without Gregg, will take up the issue again, and if it takes the next step forward the final meeting will be on February 22. We will keep you posted along the way.

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AI Insights

Around a hundred area business leaders gathered at the Kravis Center on January 18th for a Business Development Board luncheon, followed by a conversation with several AI experts, moderated by Gregg.

The experts: Matthew Peters, Technology officer of CAI, Chris Nielsen, CEO and Founder of Levatas, Dr. Susan Schneider, Director of the Center for the future of Mind at Florida Atlantic University, and Ernie Fernandez, VP for state and local government at Microsoft.

Following a lively and insightful dialogue about the difference between AI and traditional computing, real-world uses of AI, emerging trends, and legal and ethical pitfalls, Gregg had this to say:

video of gregg weiss closing remarks at business development board luncheon

AI You Can Use

Jana, here. I’ve been playing around with ChatGPt a lot, trying to get better results by improving how I ask for information, or write my “prompt” in AI jargon. What has really helped me is looking at high-quality examples of others, like the 500+ prompts on this website (scroll down the page; they’ll appear on the left).

Of course I also asked CHatGPT how I can get better results, and it gave me some useful pointers, like: be clear and specific, and give it context. For more tips, check out the video below!

When ChatGPT gives you an answer it’s tempting to simply copy it word for word, but you better check the response because it can occasionally give a wrong answer, and make stuff up. When that happens, it’s called an AI hallucination (read more here).

That’s it for today. If you’d like us to write about a specific AI topic email us at district2@pbc.gov.

AI Calender

Note: Not all the events listed below are open to the public

1/23/24 – 1/28/24: Gregg in Silicon Valley for AI Exploratory Committee meetings

2/1/24 @ 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM: AI Lunch and Learn. At the Chops Lobster Bar in Boca Raton, FL. Register for the lunch here.

2/1/24 @ 3:00 PM: The Future and AI. At the Walter S. Gubelmann Auditorium in Palm Beach, FL. Reserve your tickets here.

2/1/24 – 2/2/24: MindFest. Free for students from any school with student ID card, conference speakers, and FAU faculty. Conference registration register here. View the conference schedule.

2/23/24 @ 7:00 PM: Gregg will make an AI presentation at the Bellagio Community. Bellagio residents can contact Howard Barich for more information.

3/7/24 @ 1:30 PM: Gregg will make a presentation at the Century Village Clubhouse. Century Village residents can contact John Hess for more information.

3/25/24 @ 4:00 PM: AI forum – The Club at Ibis. Ibis residents can contact Judy Budnick for more information.

If you would like to invite Gregg to give a presentation on Artificial Intelligence in your community, please contact our office at: district2@pbc.gov or 561-355-2202

Palm Beach Post:

Foxes spotted in West Palm Beach's Flamingo Park Historic District but no reason to fear.

Commissioner Weiss: Truck Parking Not Approriate For Residential Acreage - Opinion

Commissioner Weiss: limit truck parking in residential The Acreage (palmbeachpost.com)

Can big rigs legally park in The Acreage? County Commission to address issue Thursday.

Newswire:

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens Hosts Sold-Out Crowd For K3 Council Panel Discussion - EIN Presswire (einnews.com)

Commish in the Community

Celebrations, anniversaries, meeting with agencies, advocating for health causes, recognizing community leaders, joining neighbors' festivities and going to neighborhood meetings, Commissioner Weiss spends a lot of time in the community.

"As an elected official, I want to be part of the community I represent," said Commissioner Weiss. "I want to understand the issues in my district, and that's why I spend many evenings attending events to listen and learn."

If you'd like to invite Commissioner Weiss to your event, let us know.

A conversation with Bari Weiss

Gregg was invited to be part of the important conversation on combatting antisemitism! Hosted by Palm Beach Center to Combat Antisemitism & Hatred and JCRC, the event featured "A Conversation with Bari Weiss." Bari Weiss is a notable journalist and author on this subject. Grateful for the insights shared at the North Palm Beach Country Club.

12th Annual PBC Employee and Family 5K Walk/Run

Gregg laced up for a great cause at the 12th Annual PBC Kicks Asphalt Employee and Family 5K Fun Walk/Run! It was a fantastic day of fitness, family, and community spirit. Let's celebrate the commitment to health and wellness in Palm Beach County!

The Annual Bridge Lighting and Pink Boots on the Ground Celebration.

Gregg was invited to attend and speak at this impactful event! The Promise Fund of Florida, presented at the event, tirelessly ensures underinsured women have access to timely cancer treatment. Let's support their mission to reach all 80,000 uninsured women in our community by 2024!

BDB of Palm Beach County Breakfast on AI

The BDB of Palm Beach County had a breakfast event featuring Gregg as the moderator. Four AI professionals answered key questions about the future of AI. Exciting insights!

Palm Beach County Days Highlights

During January 9-10, 300+ leaders gathered in Tallahassee for Palm Beach County Days! They focused on Transportation in 2024 Legislative Session. Some achievements that happened are that Mayor Maria Sachs had roadway improvements, Vice Mayor Maria Marino addressed EV-related funding, and Commissioner Gregg Weiss supported SB 660 for pet adopters' privacy. Thank you to all advocates for our community's betterment!

Palm Beach County Days Highlights

Dr. Joaquin Garcia Day

On Friday January 12, local leaders gathered as Gregg presented the proclamation declaring January 12 as Dr. Joaquin Garcia Day! Recognizing his impactful legacy in education and unity. Go Bulldogs!

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