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Emergency Operations Plan & Mass Notification Modernization
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The department operates without a documented Emergency Operations Plan, faces public criticism over unreliable mass notification, and has unaddressed flood exposure. These gaps create measurable compliance risk under Emergency Management Plan requirements and leave residents and staff vulnerable during critical incidents.
The opportunity
The FY 2026–2027 budget adoption in September 2026 confirms mass-notification modernization as a funded strategic initiative, and EMPG grant funding provides a clear, immediate path to close preparedness gaps. Acting within this budget cycle reduces compliance exposure and strengthens community-wide emergency response outcomes.
Web Accessibility & ADA Compliance Remediation
Web Accessibility · ADA Compliance
High Priority
About this project
The department's public-facing website has documented gaps against WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards, creating ADA compliance exposure and limiting equitable access for residents. An existing web platform relationship has not resolved these gaps, elevating legal and reputational risk.
The opportunity
Dedicated funding for ADA website updates has been approved in the FY 2026–2027 budget, with a September 2026 adoption date creating a near-term action window. Addressing compliance gaps now ensures equitable public access, reduces legal exposure, and aligns remediation efforts with available appropriations.
CJIS Compliance and Cybersecurity Controls Modernization
Cybersecurity · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
The department currently lacks a cybersecurity and IT management platform, creating a greenfield compliance gap against the mandatory CJIS Security Policy, which requires specific controls including password management. With $205,600 in annual IT and software spend and no named solution in place, the operational and regulatory risk is immediate and unmitigated.
The opportunity
The FY 2027 budget includes approved increases for IT support, and grant programs such as EMPG, JAG, and NGWS offer viable funding pathways for cybersecurity initiatives. Acting ahead of the upcoming budget adoption cycle positions the department to close compliance gaps and reduce risk with available funding already aligned.
Fleet Telematics & Apparatus Safety Modernization
Fleet Safety · Public Works Modernization
High Priority
About this project
Aging fire apparatus and the absence of telematics and dash cam systems leave the department without documented incident evidence, creating measurable liability and safety exposure. Capital allocations for fire apparatus and vehicles are included in the proposed FY 2026–2027 budget, making this a proactive risk-prevention priority.
The opportunity
With significant capital budget already approved for fire apparatus and equipment in FY 2026–2027, the funding pathway is in place to address fleet safety gaps before incidents occur. Acting within this budget cycle enables the department to reduce liability exposure, strengthen operational accountability, and align procurement with cooperative purchasing options.
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IT Modernization · Cybersecurity
High Priority
About this project
The department has budget-approved initiatives for IT support and workstation modernization, yet no confirmed IT management platform is in place, creating a greenfield gap in operational continuity and cybersecurity posture. With $205,600 in annual IT and software spend and proposed FY 2027 increases, the absence of a structured platform elevates risk to staff productivity and CJIS compliance obligations.
The opportunity
The FY 2026–2027 budget cycle, with a September 8, 2026 adoption date, provides an immediate and defined window to act on already-funded IT modernization priorities. Federal grant programs such as EMPG and JAG may offer supplemental funding pathways, reducing local match burden while advancing compliance and operational resilience.