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South Summit COG Mandates Cybersecurity Standards and Emergency Measures
Resolution 2026-07 directs the South Summit Council of Governments (COG) president and IT provider to implement cybersecurity standards to protect against threats and ransomware attacks, declaring an emergency. This is mandated by Ohio legislature requiring government entities to develop action plans. The COG is working with its IT provider, ETC, which has implemented controls, conducted training, and established procedures for reporting breaches and setting boundaries for ransom payments. Employees are undergoing mandatory cybersecurity training, including tests and micro-quizzes. [cite: 190-213, 215, 218-221, 250, 252-253]
Positive Pay System Implemented to Enhance Financial Security and Earn Interest
The treasurer implemented a new control system called Positive Pay with Huntington Bank, which earned $527.87 in interest and incurred $127.40 in fees in the first month, a net gain of $400.47. This system enhances security by matching checks and ACH transactions against a submitted file, flagging any discrepancies for review to prevent fraud or errors. This control was lacking previously. The bank account type was also changed to earn interest. [cite: 584-614, 617-621]
Dispatch Center Faces Staffing Gaps and Outdated LEEDS Computer Equipment
The dispatch manager is addressing staffing shortages, with one full-time dispatcher position open and two part-time positions unfilled. The goal is to fill these roles within the next two years due to anticipated retirements, aiming to bring in part-time staff who may transition to full-time. Additionally, the dispatch center's LEEDS computers are outdated and require replacement. The contract with New Franklin states New Franklin is responsible for purchasing LEEDS computers, but this needs discussion as Springfield and Lakemore, also dispatch clients, are not covered by this clause in their contracts. The estimated cost for two computers is $4,000. [cite: 323-328, 331-349, 354-357, 371-372, 376-377, 380-384, 387-391]
South Summit COG Approves Legal Services Agreement with Decatur, Pitchford, and Yoder LLC
The South Summit Council of Governments (COG) authorized entering into an agreement with Decatur, Pitchford, and Yoder LLC for general legal representation. The firm's principal, Marshall Pitchford, is a well-regarded attorney experienced in municipal law, representing other cities, and possessing litigation experience. The agreement's fees were deemed reasonable given the scope of work. The resolution, 2026-03, was moved for approval and passed. [cite: 22, 25-35, 37, 41-45, 50, 52, 53]
South Summit COG Adopts Updated Dispatch Service Cost Allocation and Biennial Review Process
Resolution 2026-05 establishes updated dispatch service cost allocation percentages for the South Summit Council of Governments (COG) Dispatch Center and implements a biennial review process. This was a contractual obligation that had not been regularly updated. The new percentages, effective for 2027, show Greene paying 60.38% and New Franklin paying 39.62%, a slight increase for Greene and decrease for New Franklin from the previous 59%/41% split. Future reviews will occur every two years, with allocations taking effect the following January 1st. [cite: 109-129]
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