FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
WALDPORT, Ore., Jan. 19, 2026 — The City of Waldport announced today that it is adopting a security-first approach to modernization, designed to protect city operations from ransomware and other cyber threats, ensuring that essential services remain available to residents and staff can work securely.
With support made possible through Microsoft funding, Waldport will implement Fortify, delivered by Covenant Technology Solutions, a Microsoft-focused cybersecurity and managed services provider. The initiative helps the City move forward with practical improvements that reduce risk, strengthen reliability, and provide ongoing support without adding internal headcount.
“City government runs on trust and continuity,” said Dann Cutter, City Manager, City of Waldport. “Our goal is to keep services running and protect the systems our community depends on. Cybersecurity is not a one-time project—it’s a process. This gives us a stronger foundation and a clear path forward.”
Waldport’s program focuses on three outcomes city leaders care about most: reduced disruption, reduced risk, and clearer visibility.
- Secure the foundation: Strengthen protection against ransomware and unauthorized access to city systems.
- Modernize how work gets done: Improve the safety and efficiency of staff collaboration in Microsoft 365.
- Manage and improve over time: Ongoing monitoring, support, and reporting to keep security and operations on track.
“Most cities don’t need more tools—they need a clearer plan and a partner who can execute it,” said Tom Choquette, Senior Client Advisor, Covenant Technology Solutions. “Fortify helps communities like Waldport modernize safely with a repeatable approach that improves resilience, strengthens day-to-day operations, and supports leadership with clear reporting and guidance.”
Waldport’s adoption reflects a broader need across Oregon communities: modernize technology in a way that protects public services, supports lean teams, and respects reasonable budgets.
Want to explore a Fortify-style roadmap for your city or agency? Contact Covenant Technology Solutions to schedule a discovery call.
Media Contact:
Melissa Swann
SVP Strategic Growth and Client Success
mswann@covenant-tech.net
479-305-3357
About the City of Waldport
The City of Waldport is a coastal community of about 2,050 residents in Lincoln County, Oregon, located along Alsea Bay on U.S. Highway 101. City Hall is located at 355 NW Alder St., Waldport, OR 97394. For more information, visit the city’s website: waldportoregon.gov.
About Covenant Technology Solutions
Covenant Technology Solutions helps organizations modernize with a Microsoft-first approach, combining cybersecurity, cloud, and managed services to keep operations secure, compliant, and reliable.
About Fortify
Fortify is a security-first modernization program designed for state and local governments, as well as other public-serving organizations with lean IT teams and realistic budgets. Using a structured, repeatable approach aligned to Microsoft 365, Fortify helps reduce ransomware exposure, strengthen essential protections, and provide ongoing support through clear reporting and continuous improvement, so critical services stay online, and staff can work securely.
