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Water System Emergency Operations Plan Development
Emergency Management · Regulatory Compliance
High Priority
About this project
As a community water system, EMUD is subject to a regulatory mandate requiring a current Emergency Operations Plan, yet no documented EOP, review cycle, dedicated coordinator, or exercises are in place. This gap exposes the district to compliance risk and leaves critical water infrastructure without a formalized preparedness framework during weather events or other emergencies.
The opportunity
The Homeland Security Grant Program and aligned state emergency management funding offer viable, low-local-match pathways to address this non-discretionary compliance requirement. A newly established county-level Emergency Management Mitigation Specialist position signals regional prioritization, making this an opportune moment to advance EOP development and protect public water service continuity.
Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP)
Discuss this project →Mass Notification System Implementation
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
EMUD currently lacks a mass notification system and a documented Emergency Operations Plan, creating significant gaps in its ability to alert staff and residents during emergencies. As a community water system, EOP compliance is mandated, and the absence of both tools elevates operational, safety, and regulatory risk.
The opportunity
Emergency preparedness gaps scored at a critical level, and state and federal funding paths — including the Homeland Security Grant Program — directly support mass notification and EOP initiatives. Acting within the current grant cycle and fiscal planning window reduces compliance exposure and strengthens community resilience.
Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP)
Discuss this project →Web Accessibility & Digital Portal Compliance
ADA Compliance · Digital Equity
High Priority
About this project
EMUD has no identified WCAG conformance level or remediation plan, creating legal exposure under ADA Title II mandates. This gap limits equitable access to public-facing digital services for residents and leaves the district vulnerable to compliance action.
The opportunity
With no conformance plan in place, scope is well-defined and actionable within the current procurement cycle. EMUD's stable budget and active procurement posture support near-term investment to reduce legal risk and ensure equitable digital access for all residents served.
Fleet Telematics Modernization for Field Operations
Fleet Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
EMUD operates field vehicles and heavy equipment without a formalized telematics or GPS tracking program, creating preventable operational and liability exposure. A recent fatal school bus crash in Montgomery County has elevated regional public safety scrutiny, while neighboring county highway and school fleet GPS initiatives signal growing local momentum toward fleet modernization.
The opportunity
Regional adoption of fleet tracking across county highway and school system fleets establishes a procurement precedent that can reduce implementation friction and support intergovernmental coordination. An AARP pedestrian safety grant and stable county budget provide potential funding alignment, making the current fiscal environment well-suited for advancing this initiative.
AARP pedestrian safety grant
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