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Remediate Web Accessibility to Meet Federal Compliance
Digital Accessibility · Regulatory Compliance
High Priority
About this project
The city is actively non-compliant with WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards following a passed April 2026 deadline, exposing it to DOJ enforcement risk. Outdated accessibility references across public-facing digital properties signal a systemic gap that affects equitable resident access to city services.
The opportunity
A COPS TEP grant deadline in July 2026 and CDBG funding eligibility create a near-term window to address compliance and reduce enforcement exposure. Acting within the current fiscal cycle allows the city to leverage cooperative purchasing channels and align remediation with its active website refresh initiative.
COPS TEP
Discuss this project →Citywide MFA and Password Management Modernization
Cybersecurity · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
The city currently lacks a citywide multi-factor authentication solution and enterprise password management platform, leaving municipal systems and sensitive data exposed to credential-based threats. This gap creates significant cybersecurity risk and compliance exposure across city departments and staff.
The opportunity
The FY2027 budget adoption and an approved SLCGP cybersecurity award establish a defined, near-term procurement window. The COPS Technology and Equipment Program, with a July 16, 2026 deadline, explicitly covers cybersecurity tools and is eligible for the city, offering a funded path to close this critical gap.
COPS TEP
Discuss this project →Modernize Enterprise Endpoint and IT Infrastructure
IT Modernization · Cybersecurity
High Priority
About this project
The city currently lacks a confirmed enterprise endpoint management solution, creating measurable security and operational gaps across city systems. FY2027 budget allocations for hardware and backup, combined with an active asset management integration initiative, signal readiness to address these vulnerabilities.
The opportunity
A confirmed SLCGP cybersecurity award and the FY2027 budget adoption define a near-term, funded procurement window for IT infrastructure. The COPS TEP grant deadline of July 16, 2026 adds urgency, and cooperative purchasing channels are available to streamline acquisition.
COPS TEP
Discuss this project →Fleet Telematics & Safety Modernization
Fleet Management · Public Works Safety
High Priority
About this project
The city's Department of Public Works operates a large fleet without telematics or dash camera coverage, creating significant liability exposure and limiting operational visibility. With fleet electrification and modernization identified as an active strategic initiative, the absence of integrated safety technology presents growing risk to staff, assets, and public accountability.
The opportunity
The FY2027 budget includes $3.8M for 20 new fleet vehicles, creating a natural and funded entry point for telematics integration during the replacement cycle. Cooperative purchasing channels are available to streamline procurement, and acting now aligns modernization efforts with capital planning timelines already in motion.
MiDEAL
Discuss this project →Modernize City Operations During Leadership Transition
IT Modernization · Digital Accessibility
High Priority
About this project
East Lansing is navigating a concurrent leadership transition—including a new Acting City Manager, CFO, and Police Chief—while carrying active compliance gaps, including overdue website accessibility mandates and unaddressed cybersecurity vulnerabilities. These overlapping pressures elevate operational, legal, and service-delivery risk for residents and staff.
The opportunity
The FY2027 budget is adopted, a cybersecurity grant award is active, and a COPS TEP deadline falls in mid-2026—creating a compressed, near-term window to advance funded modernization priorities. Engaging now aligns with incoming leadership's openness to new initiatives before strategic priorities are locked.