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Emergency Operations Plan & Preparedness Infrastructure
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The city lacks a published Emergency Operations Plan, has no designated emergency management coordinator, and depends on county-level services to fill critical gaps. NFPA compliance requirements and the absence of city-owned preparedness infrastructure expose residents, staff, and operations to significant liability and response risk.
The opportunity
Multiple federal grant programs with July 2026 deadlines—including hazard mitigation and public safety funding streams—offer near-term pathways to address these gaps with limited local match. The recently adopted FY2026–2027 budget and current leadership transition create a timely window to advance preparedness planning and reduce operational risk.
Radio Encryption & Secure Communications Compliance
Public Safety · Cybersecurity & Compliance
High Priority
About this project
An FBI and State of Michigan mandate requires AES encryption of all 911/LEIN talk groups by October 2026, creating a firm, non-negotiable compliance deadline. Capital funding for police radio encryption is confirmed in the adopted FY2026–2027 budget, signaling an active and time-sensitive procurement.
The opportunity
With capital funds already appropriated and a hard October 2026 deadline, the window for planning, bidding, and implementation is narrowing. Cooperative purchasing vehicles are available to streamline procurement, and acting now ensures compliance, continuity of secure public safety communications, and responsible use of allocated public funds.
AES Encryption Compliance & Credential Security Modernization
Cybersecurity · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
An October 2026 FBI/State mandate requiring AES encryption of 911/LEIN talk groups exposes the city to compliance and operational risk if unaddressed. With $341,292 in annual IT and software spend and active server replacement underway, cybersecurity gaps—including credential management—require immediate attention.
The opportunity
Federal grant deadlines in July 2026 and an adopted FY2026–2027 budget that explicitly funds IT server replacement and expanded IT services create a near-term window to act. Addressing encryption compliance and credential security now reduces audit exposure and aligns with active procurement momentum.
Fleet Telematics & Vehicle Safety Expansion
Fleet Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The city currently operates its fleet without dash cameras or telematics systems, creating measurable safety and accountability gaps. Planned motor-pool vehicle and equipment replacements are designated a high-priority strategic initiative, making this a critical window to address identified operational risks.
The opportunity
The adopted FY2026–2027 budget includes funded fleet replacements, creating a natural and time-sensitive insertion point for telematics and safety technology. Cooperative purchasing agreements are confirmed available, reducing procurement complexity and accelerating deployment timelines.
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IT Modernization · Asset Management
High Priority
About this project
The city has adopted a new asset management database and budgeted for IT server replacement and expanded IT services, signaling an active modernization effort. Gaps in unified endpoint and asset visibility create operational risk and limit the city's ability to manage infrastructure efficiently across departments.
The opportunity
The adopted FY2026–2027 budget includes explicit line items for IT server replacement and services, creating a defined and current funding window. Acting now aligns procurement with approved appropriations and supports leadership's ability to establish a unified, resilient IT management baseline.
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