West Seattle is home to a large number of very technically adept people. It was among the first areas to get broadband cable internet access and many local people tele commute or work from home here. The City of Seattle is seeking people to sit on an advisory board about technology and you may be the kind of person (or know someone) they are seeking.
Here's the official Press Release:

Are you interested in helping shape city technology and city government telecommunications policies? Mayor Mike McGinn and the City Council are seeking candidates for the Citizens’ Telecommunications and Technology Advisory Board (CTTAB) for terms beginning in January, 2011.

The 10-member board advises City officials on issues of community-wide interest relating to telecommunications and technology, including broadband, digital divide issues, open government and community technology applications, online public engagement, and cable television. Members serve a two-year term, must reside in Seattle and serve without compensation.

The City is seeking five new members who reflect a broad range of diversity, professional and community experience.

The City and the Board are committed to race and social justice in the applications of technology to city services. As such, seniors, women, people of color and those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The City seeks a mix of expertise in social media, digital inclusion, technology infrastructure and applications, broadband law and policy from the community, information and communications technology, law, education and non-profit sectors.

Participation in the CTTAB requires attendance at monthly meetings (second Tuesday of each month) and participation in at least one sub-committee that meets monthly. Board members also attend and participate in infrequent relevant public meetings and events.

To be considered, send a letter of interest and a resume outlining your experience by September 28, 2010 to nicole.schultz@seattle.gov. In keeping with the City’s “Paper Cuts” program, electronic submissions are preferred, though paper applications will also be accepted. For more information, visit www.seattle.gov/CTTAB or contact Nicole Schultz at 206-386-1038, or nicole.schultz@seattle.gov.