
Manhattan Township Delays Decision on Critical Server Upgrade Amid Security Concerns
Manhattan Township officials are weighing a costly but necessary technology upgrade after learning their primary server is a decade old and runs on unsupported software, posing a potential cybersecurity risk.
During the May 13 board meeting, Frank Brandolino, president of the township’s IT support provider Velocita Technologies, presented a proposal to replace the aging server. The current hardware uses Microsoft 2012 software, which Brandolino noted is no longer supported by Microsoft, leaving the township’s data vulnerable.
Instead of an outright purchase of a new server, Brandolino proposed a lease agreement. The plan would cost the township a monthly fee of $839, in addition to upfront installation costs.
Faced with the significant recurring expense, the township board opted to table the discussion. Trustees requested more time to individually review the detailed proposal from Velocita before making a final decision.
In the interim, Supervisor James F. Walsh announced he would take proactive steps to address potential digital threats. He will contact the Township Officials of Illinois Risk Management Association (TOIRMA) to inquire about the availability and cost of cyber insurance.
The potential cost of the new server has already been factored into the proposed increases in the equipment maintenance line item of the tentative 2025-2026 township budget. The board is expected to revisit the server proposal at an upcoming meeting after reviewing the financial details and insurance options.
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