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EOC Enhancement & Emergency Management Modernization
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
Documented coordination and communication failures during real-world incidents, an outdated mass notification contract, and gaps in emergency plan currency expose the department to operational and compliance risk. Recent leadership transitions in Emergency Management amplify urgency, and ongoing NIMS mandates require measurable progress.
The opportunity
FY2027 budget allocations and approved homeland security grant applications create an immediate procurement window for EOC and emergency management investments. Acting now aligns with active grant cycles for mitigation planning and backup infrastructure, reducing risk while maximizing available public funding.
SAFER Grant
Discuss this project →Mass Notification System Replacement
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The current mass notification contract is outdated, and documented communication failures during a water main break and airspace shutdown have drawn public criticism and exposed the department to reputational and operational risk. New emergency management leadership inherits these gaps alongside ongoing NIMS compliance obligations and community expectations for reliable, timely alerts.
The opportunity
Approved homeland security grant funding, a new fiscal year, and recent EM leadership transitions create a rare convergence of budget availability and institutional readiness. Acting now reduces compliance exposure, restores public trust, and positions the department to meet preparedness mandates before the next incident.
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Discuss this project →Cybersecurity Modernization and IT Consolidation
Cybersecurity · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
The department operates a fragmented IT environment with unmet cybersecurity obligations, including annual training requirements and a documented need for password and endpoint management consolidation. Without action, the organization faces elevated security risk, compliance gaps, and continued operational inefficiency across systems.
The opportunity
The FY2027 IT budget reflects a significant increase with explicit cybersecurity investment, and the BJA FY2026 Edward Byrne Memorial JAG Program offers a directly applicable federal funding pathway. New CIO leadership creates a timely window to consolidate fragmented tooling and align security posture with compliance requirements.
BJA FY 2026 JAG Program
Discuss this project →Web Accessibility & Digital Portal Compliance
Web Accessibility · Digital Compliance
High Priority
About this project
Public-facing digital properties must meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards by April 2027, a federally mandated deadline with legal and reputational consequences for non-compliance. Gaps in accessible design across web portals risk excluding residents with disabilities and exposing the department to civil rights liability.
The opportunity
The April 2027 deadline creates a firm, non-negotiable window for procurement, implementation, testing, and remediation—making early action critical to avoid last-minute risk. Existing digital tooling infrastructure provides a foundation for accessibility expansion, and this initiative aligns with current FY planning and city website modernization priorities.
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Discuss this project →Fleet Safety Monitoring & Driver Accountability Modernization
Fleet Safety · Public Safety Technology
High Priority
About this project
The department operates a large emergency fleet with existing GPS infrastructure but lacks vehicle video recording and driver-coaching capabilities. Despite a formal incident review process, the absence of dash cameras and telematics creates accountability gaps and limits post-incident analysis, elevating operational and liability risk.
The opportunity
FY2027 budget growth and access to cooperative purchasing vehicles provide a streamlined, cost-effective procurement path for fleet safety improvements. Closing this capability gap now strengthens incident accountability, supports public safety outcomes, and positions the department ahead of the upcoming fiscal planning cycle.
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Discuss this project →P25 Infrastructure & Mobile Command Post Upgrade
Emergency Management · Public Safety Communications
High Priority
About this project
Documented communication failures during real-world incidents—including an airspace shutdown and water main break—have exposed critical gaps in interoperable communications and field command readiness. This P25 infrastructure upgrade and Mobile Command Post investment are active FY2027 priorities aimed at closing those gaps and meeting NIMS compliance mandates.
The opportunity
FY2027 budget allocations and approved homeland security grants create a well-funded, time-sensitive window to advance interoperable communications and incident command capabilities. Cooperative purchasing agreements are in place, enabling streamlined procurement and faster deployment to protect residents and first responders.
SAFER Grant
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