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EOP Review & NIMS Compliance Modernization
Emergency Management · Public Safety Compliance
High Priority
About this project
Michigan MSP Publication 201 and NIMS mandates require a current, documented Emergency Operations Plan, and recent leadership transitions in emergency management signal a critical window for re-evaluation. Gaps in EOP compliance and notification capabilities elevate operational and regulatory risk for residents and first responders.
The opportunity
An awarded EMPG grant and alignment with FEMA BRIC and HSGP funding cycles create a near-term, cost-accessible path to address compliance and preparedness gaps. Acting within the current grant window and fiscal cycle maximizes available funding and reduces local match burden while strengthening community resilience.
FEMA BRIC
Discuss this project →Mass Notification & Warning System Deployment
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
Mass notification and warning system deployment is a documented mitigation action in the adopted Berrien County Hazard Mitigation Plan, yet a gap in unified or advanced notification capability remains at the department level. EOP review requirements under Michigan MSP Publication 201 and NIMS compliance mandates elevate the operational and regulatory risk of inaction.
The opportunity
FEMA BRIC and HSGP grants explicitly fund mass notification technology, offering a clear path to implementation with limited local match required. With the project already anchored in the HMP and new emergency management leadership in place, this is an optimal moment to advance the initiative within the current grant cycle and fiscal planning window.
FEMA BRIC
Discuss this project →Fire Apparatus Fleet Technology Modernization
Fleet Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The department has identified fire apparatus and equipment capital investment as a top strategic priority, yet currently lacks telematics and dashcam solutions across its fleet. Potential maintenance gaps present a proactive risk that, left unaddressed, could escalate into safety incidents or unplanned capital expenditures.
The opportunity
Active SAFER grant discussions and state budget language referencing fire apparatus purchases create a co-investment window aligned with the current capital planning cycle. Acting now positions the department to leverage one-time funding before reactive spending becomes necessary.
SAFER Grant
Discuss this project →Web Accessibility & Digital Accountability Compliance
Digital Accessibility · Government Transparency
High Priority
About this project
A recognized WCAG 2.1 compliance gap leaves public-facing digital services potentially inaccessible and exposes the department to legal liability. A recent high-profile embezzlement incident has heightened public scrutiny, increasing pressure on leadership to demonstrate digital transparency and governance accountability.
The opportunity
Growing public accountability expectations and reputational pressure create a timely opening to address accessibility gaps ahead of the upcoming fiscal cycle. Resolving WCAG 2.1 compliance reduces legal exposure, improves equitable service delivery, and may align with state digital equity or transparency funding pathways.