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Privileged Access & Credential Management Modernization
Cybersecurity · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
The county faces active Texas cybersecurity compliance obligations and identified deficiencies in its credential and access management posture. A planned transition to a centralized privileged access solution is underway, with a new IT Director driving structured remediation of documented security gaps.
The opportunity
The proposed FY 2026–2027 budget includes a significant increase in IT outside services funding, creating clear capacity to act within the current planning cycle. Advancing this initiative now addresses active compliance mandates, reduces credential-based risk exposure, and aligns with the county's cybersecurity modernization priorities.
Texas DIR
Discuss this project →IT Modernization and Co-Managed Services Transition
IT Modernization · Managed Services
High Priority
About this project
The county is transitioning to an internal IT department while addressing governance deficiencies and vendor contract gaps identified in an IT SWOT report. An existing co-managed services relationship is in place, and an expiring agenda management contract in September 2026 creates an immediate decision point requiring structured action.
The opportunity
FY 2026–2027 budget increases totaling over $1.5M for IT outside services and equipment signal strong funding alignment for this initiative. A newly appointed IT Director and active Texas cybersecurity compliance obligations make this an urgent, well-resourced window to reduce operational risk and modernize governance.
Texas DIR
Discuss this project →Emergency Alert & Warning Infrastructure Expansion
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The county faces critical emergency preparedness gaps, including flood-warning siren coverage shortfalls, an incomplete multi-jurisdictional hazard mitigation plan, and mass notification vulnerabilities — risks underscored by recent flood declarations. Modernizing alert infrastructure is essential to protect residents and meet state emergency management obligations.
The opportunity
Secured grant funding and a hard Texas Senate Bill 3 project plan deadline of December 31, 2026 create an immediate action window for siren and mass notification investments. Acting now leverages available state funding, aligns with the current fiscal cycle, and closes life-safety gaps before the next severe weather season.
Outdoor Warning Siren Grant
Discuss this project →Fleet Telematics Deployment for County Transportation Safety
Fleet Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The county lacks fleet-wide telematics and documented driver behavior monitoring, a gap made urgent by a serious pursuit-related patrol vehicle crash with injuries in May 2025. Without a tracking and safety solution in place, the county faces continued liability exposure and operational risk across its entire fleet.
The opportunity
The PROTECT Competitive Grant Program is actively being pursued to fund fleet safety improvements, and the county's five-year Road Bond Program provides additional investment alignment. Acting within the current grant window reduces local funding burden while directly improving public safety outcomes and fleet accountability.
PROTECT Competitive Grant Program
Discuss this project →Agenda Management Platform Replacement Before Contract Expiration
IT Modernization · Government Operations
High Priority
About this project
The county's current agenda management contract expires September 30, 2026, requiring an imminent platform evaluation and selection decision. This gap, surfaced through an IT SWOT review, reflects broader vendor contract management deficiencies that elevate operational and governance risk.
The opportunity
The firm contract expiration date creates a defined, near-term decision window aligned with the county's active IT governance improvements and FY 2026–2027 budget cycle. Acting now ensures continuity of public meeting operations and avoids a lapse in service or a costly emergency procurement.
Texas DIR
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