Commission renews LYNX emergency-alert software, $5,055 contract

Sep 1, 2026

Butler County IT director asked the commission to renew the LYNX emergency alerting platform used to contact employees and dispatch; the board approved a $5,055.01 renewal covering 11/01/2026–10/31/2027.

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Lou Harter, the county IT director, recommended renewing the LYNX emergency‑alert software the county uses to contact employees and dispatchers in real time. Harter said the system includes audible alerts and a panic‑button capability and has been used in the county’s emergency training. He told the commission the renewal cost is $5,055.01 and would extend coverage through Oct. 31, 2027.

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