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Emergency Operations Plan Development and Compliance Readiness
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The Village lacks a publicly available local EOP, creating a direct compliance gap against Michigan's EOP review cycle requirements and NIMS implementation mandates. Recent severe weather declarations and reliance on county-level mass notification without local control further elevate operational and public safety risk.
The opportunity
FEMA grant deadlines in July 2026 and a proposed FY2026-27 budget with a $178,000 equipment upgrade line provide immediate, actionable funding pathways. Formalizing a local EOP now closes critical compliance gaps, strengthens community resilience, and positions the Village to compete for near-term federal preparedness funding.
FEMA HSGP
Discuss this project →Local Mass Notification & Emergency Communications Control
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The Village relies entirely on county-managed mass notification without local control, limiting independent alert management during incidents. No local EOP or documented exercises are on public record, creating measurable preparedness and NIMS compliance gaps.
The opportunity
An active FY2026–27 budget cycle, a $178,000 equipment upgrade line, and near-term FEMA grant deadlines (HSGP, EMPG) create a rare, time-bound funding window. Acting now closes compliance gaps, establishes local emergency control, and aligns with county-level modernization already underway.
FEMA HSGP
Discuss this project →Warning Siren & Backup Power Infrastructure Modernization
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The Village has identified critical gaps in warning siren coverage and backup generator capacity as part of its Lapeer County Hazard Mitigation Plan participation. These infrastructure deficiencies pose direct public safety and operational continuity risks, compounded by the absence of a locally controlled emergency operations plan.
The opportunity
FEMA hazard mitigation grant deadlines in July 2026 create a near-term funding window aligned with the Village's proposed equipment upgrades and FY2026–27 budget cycle. Addressing these gaps now advances NIMS compliance, strengthens community resilience, and leverages available federal dollars with limited local match requirements.
FEMA HSGP
Discuss this project →Fleet Telematics & Public Safety Vehicle Management
Public Safety · Fleet Management
High Priority
About this project
A recent police officer incident and social media attention around a pursuit have exposed the Village to reputational and liability risk, with no dashcam or telematics data available to support an evidentiary record. This gap leaves public safety operations without the documentation needed to manage incidents, reduce ambiguity, and protect the municipality.
The opportunity
The expiring police contract (June 30, 2026) and active FY2026–27 budget discussions—including a proposed $178,000 equipment upgrade line—create an immediate procurement window. COPS TEP and related public safety grants offer a direct funding path, while fleet cost overruns add further urgency to act within the current fiscal cycle.
COPS TEP
Discuss this project →Web Accessibility & Digital Portal Compliance
Digital Accessibility · Regulatory Compliance
High Priority
About this project
The Village's public-facing website includes an accessibility statement, indicating awareness of WCAG and ADA obligations, but unresolved gaps in portal accessibility create legal exposure and limit equitable access to services for residents with disabilities.
The opportunity
Addressing accessibility compliance gaps now reduces litigation risk and aligns with near-term planning cycles, with remediation efforts potentially eligible for state or federal digital equity funding. Proactive action improves public service delivery and demonstrates responsible stewardship of community trust.
Centralized Credential Security for Municipal Operations
Cybersecurity · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
The Village lacks a documented, centralized credential and password management solution, creating measurable risk around unauthorized access and vendor account oversight. Without formal controls, sensitive systems and public data remain vulnerable to credential-based threats increasingly targeting local government.
The opportunity
The current FY2026-27 budget cycle, including a proposed equipment upgrade line, presents a near-term funding window to address this gap before the new fiscal year closes. Implementing structured credential management now reduces operational risk, supports IT governance, and positions the Village for stronger cybersecurity posture ahead of future audits or mandates.