At its February 20 meeting, Northampton County Council approved four contracts.
First, it approved a $422,522 contract with Computer Technologies LLC to provide managed cybersecurity at the 911 centers in Northampton and Lehigh County. This is a joint project involving both counties. The funding comes directly from the state in the form of a grant, with NorCo acting as a fiduciary for both counties. This was approved by a 8-0 vote, with Council member Lori Vargo Heffner being absent during this vote.
Second, it approved a $167,442.36 contract with TuWay Communications to maintain NorCo's 911 network. This is also being funded completely by a state grant. This was adopted by all nine Council members (Lori Vargo Heffner, Ron Heckman and Ken Kraft participated by phone).
Third, it approved a three-year contract with Tyler Technologies for $1,025,599.85 for the assessment software used for the county's 125,000 properties. Tyler also does the billing, collection and annual flyovers. This is a state contract. It was approved by all nine Council members, with Lori Vargo Heffner, Ron Heckman and Ken Kraft participating by phone.
Fourth, it approved a commercial use agreement with Twin Rivers Tubing for the limited use of county property (Frost Hollow Overlook launching area) along the Delaware River between May and September at a weekly rate of $250. There has been a commercial use agreement since 2021, which has resulted in employment and increased business for merchants in downtown Easton. The agreement includes an indemnity and hold harmless clause in the event of a liability claim. It was approved by all nine Council members, with Lori Vargo Heffner, Ron Heckman and Ken Kraft participating by phone.
At the conclusion of this unusually collegial meeting, Council member Jeff Warren congratulated the Philadelphia Eagles on their Super Bowl victory, noting that Nazareth and Whitehall furnished wide receiver Jahan Dotson and record-breaking running back Saquon Barkley. Council member John Goffredo was quick to join in the accolade and even attended the parade.
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