 |  |  |
|
INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATION COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
|
NOVEMBER 7, 2007
ATTENDANCE: Karen Del Vecchio, Dave Ross, Larry Manzi, Dave Lepus, Gerald Foley, Mike Yeosock, Al Kao, Ralph Valenzisi, Tom Schadlich
Meeting called to order at 3:06 pm.
1. Minutes of October 17, 2007
2. Status of City Telephone Solution: waiting on documentation that is being
prepared by Lisa L. from Total Communications. On Monday, patches will be
installed on all the call managers. Calls might be lost for 5 mins at time
of install. Dave Lepus asked about multiple paging.
3. Board of Ed: Status of Norwalk High Phase 1: Ralph Valenzisi said the phone
system is up and running and they need more powered switches for more drops.
Looking to switch over middle schools in the near future. Karen said they
will need to also include price for voicemail. We are on schedule for Norwalk
High phase 1.
4. Training : no update
5. Miscellaneous/New Items
a. Firehouse software upgrade: No update
b. Health Dept clinical and environmental system search: Another demo is coming
up on clinical according to Al Kao.
c. Active Directory project status: Dave Ross said he created a test network
with users and Exchange and we will run a full test on it. Project plan for
upgrade is completed. Domain Controllers have been ordered and shipped. We
should be completed by December 24th barring any interruptions or new problems.
Need to meet with Health department to discuss active directory migration
and how they will have access.
d. Munis version 6.2 upgrade planning: Version 6.2 is installed on TEST DB.
Then it will be loaded live on Tuesday once users give the OK. New Client
will needed to be loaded on all Munis users PC’s.
e. Weighmaster System Replacement (DPW): no update
f. Permit Manager System Replacement (DPW): no update
g. AVLS on plows and refuse trucks (DPW) : no update
h. Fleet Maintenance System for Fire : Karen and Rachelle had a walkthrough
and assessed that a desktop is needed in auto repair side, and a toughbook
laptop to be used in the bays. Also networking 2 printers in the office. Also
a small wireless access point to cover office, driveway and bays. Training
will be needed for Fire dept., and Mike Yeosock will see if DPW can train
the fire department.
i. GIS: Mike Yeosock said we were down to a short list of four vendors and
an offer will be made to CDM. We are working on the scope of the project and
deliverables.
j. Fire Prevention Bureau – copier/fax/printer: Dave Lepus said he needs an
all in one machine that can be connected to the network. Gerald Foley said
he found unit that will work and will be leased. Request to Authorize the
Purchasing Agent to add a new copier, for the Fire Department, to the IKON
Office Solutions master lease agreement for a total amount not to exceed $2,200.00.
Account to be determined; Dave Ross moved to approve, Ralph V. seconded, all
were in favor, none opposed.
k. WPCA pumping station alarm communication upgrade: 22 pumping stations use
pots lines for alarming. DPW is going to upgrade alarms, and communications
of alarm using the MAN. Connection will be wireless to the MAN. Contracted
with DBO to determine what is needed.
l. AT&T copper to fiber conversion on the Norwalk area. : No update
m. Modification to prior approval: On October 17th, 2007, the ITT Committee
approved a not to exceed $2,500.00 for Norwalk Police to purchase a wireless
access point for installation on 50 Washington for a camera project utilizing
asset forfeiture funds. Paula Palermo moved to approve, Tom Schadlich seconded,
all were in favor, none opposed. Norwalk Police would now like to add installation
and integration services to this project, utilizing asset forfeiture funds,
and is requesting additional approval. MOTION: Authorize the Mayor, Richard
Moccia, to execute an amendment to the Agreement [“For the Wireless Extension
of the Fiber MAN for Remote Areas”, dated May 7, 2007] with Digital Back Office,
a sole source provider, for the supply and installation of wireless access
points from NPD HQ to 50 Washington Street for an amount not to exceed $5,760.00,
utilizing asset forfeiture funds, and forward such approval onto the Health,
Welfare and Public Safety Committee for further consideration. Tom S. moved
to approved, Al Kao seconded, all were in favor, none opposed.
6. Consent Calendar
For Informational Purposes
50 client license copies of Ghost PC imaging software for $982.50. Will obtain
competitive quotes. [so far: ASAP State List =$1,009.50, EBM=$982.50]
Ralph said they want to stay with Nextel, and they (Nextel) may put a repeater in Norwalk High. There was discussion on if Nextel should pay to have this put in, since it would be a revenue source.
The next meeting is Wednesday, December 5, 2007
The meeting adjourned at 4:10 pm
respectfully submitted,
Larry Manzi
 |
 |