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Emergency Operations Plan & Preparedness Modernization
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The county faces critical emergency preparedness gaps, including a recent mass-notification failure that resulted in missed storm alerts and a forced system replacement. Incomplete exercise and corrective action documentation creates measurable compliance risk under Texas Government Code §418.106 and NIMS adoption requirements.
The opportunity
ARPA funds with a hard expenditure deadline of December 31, 2026 provide a time-sensitive, approved funding pathway for emergency management technology investments. Acting within the current fiscal window strengthens public safety outcomes, closes compliance gaps, and aligns with the county's active public-safety communications modernization priorities.
Unified Dispatch Center & Public Safety Communications Modernization
Public Safety Communications · Emergency Management
High Priority
About this project
The county is executing a major public safety communications overhaul, including a newly operational Joint Dispatch Center and a countywide radio infrastructure upgrade, with technology integration still underway. Incomplete interoperability and prior mass-notification failures elevate operational risk for residents and first responders during the transition.
The opportunity
Budget approval is in place and ARPA funds are committed, but the December 31, 2026 expenditure deadline creates firm urgency to complete procurement and deployment. Acting within the current fiscal window ensures compliance with federal fund obligations and delivers unified, resilient communications for public safety operations.
Mass Notification Reliability and Emergency Integration
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
A prior mass notification system failure resulted in missed storm alerts, prompting a system replacement—but reliability concerns and integration gaps remain. Texas Government Code §418.106 and NIMS compliance mandates require verified, documented notification capabilities and current emergency operations plans.
The opportunity
ARPA-funded communications infrastructure investments carry a hard expenditure deadline of December 2026, creating a near-term window to enhance and validate notification systems. Strengthening integration and redundancy now reduces compliance risk, supports the newly operational Joint Dispatch Center, and protects residents during critical weather events.
Law Enforcement Fleet Safety & Telematics Modernization
Fleet Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The county is experiencing sharp increases in fleet insurance and liability costs—28.6% and 17.5% respectively—alongside an unresolved vehicle loss exposure and a documented near-miss complaint. The absence of in-car dash cameras or telematics leaves a critical gap in driver behavior monitoring and loss prevention for law enforcement operations.
The opportunity
A funded law enforcement fleet modernization initiative is already underway, providing a clear budget pathway for telematics adoption this fiscal cycle. Acting now reduces insurance liability exposure, strengthens officer safety, and aligns with cooperative purchasing vehicles that can accelerate procurement timelines.
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Discuss this project →Web Accessibility & PDF Document Compliance Remediation
Web Accessibility · Regulatory Compliance
High Priority
About this project
The county has an active initiative to achieve WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliance, with older PDF documents specifically identified as needing accessibility upgrades. Texas state mandates and a defined compliance deadline of April 26, 2028 create clear regulatory and operational urgency.
The opportunity
With remediation already underway and a firm compliance deadline approaching, acting within the current fiscal cycle allows the county to pace costs, reduce legal exposure, and ensure equitable public access to government information. This effort aligns with existing digital infrastructure and ongoing IT modernization priorities.
Strengthen Cybersecurity Posture and Modernize IT Infrastructure
Cybersecurity Compliance · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
The county operates a Microsoft-centric environment with endpoint protection provided by a broadband vendor — a non-purpose-built security posture that introduces meaningful risk. Texas-mandated annual cybersecurity training requirements are active, and the absence of a dedicated credential management solution leaves staff access controls vulnerable.
The opportunity
Active IT and software modernization spending, including licensing upgrades, signals an open budget cycle aligned with addressing these gaps now. Transitioning to purpose-built security tools supports compliance, reduces operational risk, and is eligible for alignment with existing IT budget allocations ahead of the next fiscal planning cycle.