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IT seeks $100,000 for critical network switches, raises VoIP and data closet questions
Summary
The town’s IT director said core network switches are end-of-life and requested a $100,000 capital appropriation to replace them; Tara also recommended a VoIP/system modernization workgroup and an $85,000 feasibility study for improved data‑closet infrastructure (including cloud options).
Tara, the town’s IT director, told the Capital Improvement Planning Committee on Jan. 22 that core networking switches and associated infrastructure are reaching end‑of‑life and should be replaced to avoid losing vendor support and security updates.
Tara requested $100,000 to replace the town’s primary core switches (she estimated roughly 22 core switches and many edge devices across town facilities). She said many of the town’s closets are exposed to humidity and lack adequate environmental controls, which can accelerate…
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