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Emergency Operations Plan Development & NIMS Compliance
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The city lacks a publicly documented Emergency Operations Plan, placing it out of compliance with Michigan Publication 201/201a review cycles and NIMS mandates—non-compliance risks loss of federal funding. Recent flood exposure has revealed critical gaps in public communication and coordinated response capabilities.
The opportunity
Homeland Security Grant Program funding offers a direct path to address these gaps with limited local match, and the county Hazard Mitigation Plan update creates a near-term engagement window. Acting within the current fiscal cycle reduces compliance risk and strengthens community resilience before the next severe weather season.
Mass Notification System Implementation
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The city currently lacks a city-managed mass notification system, leaving residents and staff without reliable emergency communication—a critical gap compounded by documented flood exposure. This absence elevates operational risk and conflicts with NIMS compliance requirements and EOP review obligations.
The opportunity
Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) funding eligibility provides a viable near-term path to close this gap with limited local match required. Acting within the current grant cycle strengthens emergency preparedness, supports NIMS compliance, and directly protects residents during future flood or emergency events.
Fleet Telematics & Equipment Modernization
Fleet Management · Public Works Operations
High Priority
About this project
The city's Capital Improvement Plan includes a structured fleet and equipment replacement cycle, but no telematics or dashcam capability is currently in place. This gap limits operational visibility, driver accountability, and the city's ability to document fleet safety and performance for public reporting.
The opportunity
The active CIP procurement window and a $273,984 increase in state revenue-sharing for FY2026 create near-term budget flexibility for fleet modernization. Eligible cooperative purchasing vehicles can streamline acquisition, and HSGP may offer supplemental funding for public safety-aligned fleet improvements.
County-Wide Internet Security & Fraud Awareness Initiative
Cybersecurity Awareness · Public Education
High Priority
About this project
The city operates under an outsourced IT model with identified gaps in endpoint management and credential security, while a regional hazard mitigation plan has formally designated internet security and fraud public education as a priority action item. Without a structured awareness program, residents, staff, and public systems remain exposed to preventable cyber threats.
The opportunity
This initiative is directly cited in the county Hazard Mitigation Plan and is eligible for federal homeland security grant funding, creating a clear path to act within the current planning cycle. Advancing the program now strengthens regional cyber resilience, supports compliance with the mitigation plan, and leverages available funding before the window closes.
Web & Document Accessibility Compliance Gap Assessment
Digital Accessibility · Regulatory Compliance
High Priority
About this project
The city's web accessibility compliance posture is currently uncertain, with document-level accessibility needs potentially unaddressed by existing platform arrangements. This gap creates legal and equity risk, as public-facing digital content must meet accessibility standards to serve all residents equitably.
The opportunity
A projected general fund increase for FY2026 provides flexibility to address targeted accessibility gaps ahead of potential audit or complaint-driven enforcement. Proactively closing document accessibility gaps reduces legal exposure and ensures equitable public access to government information.
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