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How to Use Zoom


There are two easy ways to join Zoom: using a link or using your phone.
Click here to view a video walkthrough.

Join Using a Link
 

  1. Open your web browser 

  2. Type in the URL  provided by the host of the meeting, it will look something like this:  https://us04web.zoom.us/j/123456 

  3.  This will open the meeting prompt loading page for the meeting

Once you have accessed the meeting using your web browser 

  1. You will be asked to Open Zoom 

  2. Click Open Zoom 

  3. Click Join with Computer Audio 

  4. You are now in the meeting. If you join prior to the start time you will be in a digital waiting room. Five minutes prior to the start of the meeting, the moderator will grant you access. 

Join via Phone 

  1. On your phone, dial the teleconferencing number provided by the host

  1. Enter the Meeting ID number when prompted using your key/dial pad 

  2. You will be prompted to enter your unique participant ID. This only applies if you have joined on the computer or mobile device or are a panelist in a webinar.

  3. Press # to skip.  

  4. You are now in the meeting. If you join prior to the start time you will put on hold. Five minutes prior to the start of the meeting, the moderator will grant you access. 

 To Participate in Public Commentary 

  Viewing via URL link 

  • For those watching our virtual meeting on their device, if you wish to ask a question or make a statement, please type your question in the Chat provided.  It will then be read to the council.  

  • If you wish to speak a statement or question via your device’s microphone or audio, please indicate so in the chat window.  The moderator will unmute your audio when it is your turn to speak.  

  •  Video questions, at this time, are not available. 

Teleconferencing  

  • If you wish to speak during public comment please press *9 on your telephone keypad, which will alert the moderator of your desire to speak. 

  • Please ensure you are in a quiet location and mute any video streams so all will be able to hear your comments.  

  • When it is your turn to speak, the moderator will identify you by the last four digits of your phone number.  


How to Join Zoom