Public Works laptops and Starlink backup
Town of AllenPennsylvania- Detected
- Sep 22, 2026
- 46 days ago
- Sector
- Information Technology
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From the meeting
The 2027 budget discussion included replacing Public Works workbooks with laptops and considering a backup internet connection through Starlink at several locations. Ms. Eckhart said the Township wanted more reliable connectivity if the primary system, such as Astound, failed.
No award or purchase was recorded in this meeting. Decision state: discussed.
- Meeting date
- September 22, 2026
- Agency
- Town of Allen
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