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Fire/EMS Emergency Notification System Upgrade
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The E911 Board has identified a recognized gap in Fire/EMS notification capabilities and has planned near-term procurement to address it. Outdated emergency communication technology elevates operational risk, and an EOP re-certification deadline of October 2026 adds a compliance urgency for NIMS-aligned systems.
The opportunity
A dedicated county Emergency Management budget allocation and upcoming HSGP and BRIC grant deadlines in July 2026 create a time-sensitive, well-funded window to act. Addressing this gap now strengthens emergency response readiness, supports federal funding eligibility, and aligns with the current fiscal planning cycle.
Emergency Operations Plan Review & Recertification
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
Bois Blanc Township faces a firm October 2026 deadline to review and recertify its Emergency Operations Plan, with NIMS implementation required as a prerequisite for federal funding eligibility. Gaps in Fire/EMS notification systems and emergency communications technology compound operational risk and jeopardize the township's ability to respond effectively to emergencies.
The opportunity
Grant windows through HSGP and BRIC—with deadlines as early as July 2026—provide a near-term funding path for emergency communications and preparedness investments. Acting within the current fiscal cycle ensures compliance, preserves federal funding eligibility, and strengthens public safety outcomes for the community.
Radio Encryption & Interoperable Communications Upgrade
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The E911 Board has identified a documented gap in secure, encrypted, and interoperable emergency communications, creating operational risk for first responders and the communities they serve. Federal recognition of this need confirms its criticality, and unaddressed gaps in radio interoperability can compromise coordinated emergency response.
The opportunity
The Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) explicitly covers interoperable emergency communications equipment, offering a clear federal funding path ahead of the July 2026 deadline. Acting now aligns with the county's 2023 Master Plan, supports NIMS compliance, and ensures procurement is completed within the active grant window.
Modernizing IT Infrastructure and Cybersecurity Posture
IT Modernization · Cybersecurity Compliance
High Priority
About this project
The county sustains a substantial annual IT and software investment of $582,007, yet documented cybersecurity mandates remain absent, representing a recognized gap in security posture and risk governance. Without a structured cybersecurity framework, public systems and sensitive data face unmitigated exposure that could affect service continuity and resident trust.
The opportunity
The county's 2023 Master Plan identifies communications technology upgrades as an active goal, and HSGP funding explicitly covers cybersecurity and IT equipment, offering a viable path to modernization within the current grant cycle. Acting now aligns investment with FY planning timelines and positions the county to close compliance gaps before they become audit or operational liabilities.