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Emergency Operations Plan Development & Preparedness
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
Erie Township lacks a publicly available Emergency Operations Plan, has no designated local Emergency Management coordinator, and relies on a county-level notification system that recently experienced a service disruption. Formal obligations under NIMS/EOP review requirements and Michigan Publication 201 create compliance mandates that remain unaddressed.
The opportunity
The active 2026–2027 budget cycle with dedicated public safety funding, combined with strong alignment to federal preparedness grant programs, creates a clear near-term window to act. Addressing these gaps now reduces compliance and operational risk while strengthening community resilience ahead of the next fiscal planning period.
Mass Notification System Modernization
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
Erie Township relies solely on the county-level alert system, which recently experienced a documented failure, leaving no independent local mass notification capability during emergencies. This reliability gap, combined with active NIMS/EOP compliance requirements, elevates public safety and operational risk for residents and first responders.
The opportunity
Active emergency preparedness grant programs align directly with this investment, and the township's FY2026–2027 budget cycle provides a near-term funding window. Establishing a resilient, locally controlled notification capability now reduces compliance exposure and strengthens coordinated emergency response outcomes.
Fleet Safety & Driver Accountability Modernization
Fleet Safety · Public Safety Technology
High Priority
About this project
A recent high-profile pursuit incident resulting in a severe crash has exposed significant fleet liability for the department, underscoring urgent gaps in driver monitoring and incident documentation. Dash camera and telematics capabilities are needed to reduce liability exposure, support accountability, and strengthen incident response.
The opportunity
The active FY2025 public safety budget and alignment with justice and homeland security grant programs provide viable funding pathways for fleet safety investment. A leadership transition creates a timely opening to re-evaluate fleet practices, and the upcoming budget cycle supports near-term procurement action.
COPS TEP
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Digital Accessibility · Regulatory Compliance
High Priority
About this project
Erie Township's recent website launch has created ongoing WCAG/ADA compliance obligations, with current accessibility gaps across public-facing digital portals posing legal exposure and barriers to equitable resident access. Addressing these gaps is necessary to meet the township's existing accessibility policy commitments.
The opportunity
The spring budget cycle and upcoming May workshop provide a near-term planning window to fund digital accessibility improvements before compliance risk escalates. Investments in this area support equitable public service delivery and may align with state or cooperative procurement vehicles to streamline acquisition.
Sourcewell
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