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Consolidate Emergency Mass Notification Systems Before Contract Expiration
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The county's emergency communication ecosystem is fragmented across multiple disconnected systems, with a mass notification contract expiring October 31, 2026 and no automatic renewal. A CERT Coordinator vacancy, an active PHEP Cooperative Agreement, and Texas Government Code §418.106 compliance requirements compound the operational and regulatory risk.
The opportunity
FY2027 budget hearings in late September 2026 create a narrow funding request window ahead of the hard contract expiration, and the county's active PHEP agreement supports a consolidated preparedness investment. Acting now reduces compliance exposure, closes critical communication gaps, and strengthens public safety readiness for large-scale events.
PHEP Cooperative Agreement
Discuss this project →Cybersecurity Training & Credential Management Compliance
Cybersecurity Compliance · Law Enforcement IT
High Priority
About this project
Texas mandates cybersecurity training for all government employees with a compliance deadline of August 31, 2026, and the Sheriff's Office currently lacks a centralized credential management platform. This gap creates compounding risk: unmet state mandate exposure and unprotected access points across law enforcement systems and personnel.
The opportunity
A direct federal grant allocation of $71,375 for Fort Bend County—eligible for IT and information systems supporting law enforcement—closes October 16, 2026, creating an immediate funding pathway. FY2027 budget hearings in late September 2026 further align this as a near-term investment decision with both compliance and operational urgency.
BJA FY 2026 JAG Program
Discuss this project →Sheriff's Office Endpoint Management & IT Infrastructure Modernization
IT Modernization · Public Safety Technology
High Priority
About this project
The Sheriff's Office maintains active but fragmented IT investments—including a security platform subscription and endpoint hardware—without a unified endpoint management strategy. This gap increases operational risk, limits visibility across the environment, and leaves the agency without a consolidated, scalable infrastructure foundation.
The opportunity
A direct federal justice grant allocation with an October 2026 deadline explicitly covers IT equipment and information systems for law enforcement, providing a funded path with no identified competing priorities. The active FY2027 budget cycle creates a parallel window to secure ongoing operational support and reduce long-term infrastructure risk.
BJA FY 2026 JAG Program
Discuss this project →Fleet Telematics & Vehicle Safety Management
Fleet Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The Sheriff's Office operates a fleet of 400–490+ vehicles with no telematics platform in place, creating critical gaps in emergency response visibility, driver behavior monitoring, and fleet-specific claims management. A $159k EMS-related lawsuit settlement and rising property, casualty, and liability expenses underscore the financial and operational risk of continued inaction.
The opportunity
Fleet modernization is an active, funded strategic initiative, and existing GIS infrastructure supports rapid integration. With FY2027 budget hearings approaching and cooperative purchasing vehicles available, this is an immediate window to reduce liability exposure and strengthen public safety operations.
Texas DIR
Discuss this project →Web Accessibility & Digital Services Modernization
Web Accessibility · Digital Equity
High Priority
About this project
A federal mandate requiring WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliance carries an April 26, 2027 deadline, creating legal liability and equity risk if unaddressed. Residents relying on public-facing digital services face access barriers until remediation is complete.
The opportunity
The defined 2027 compliance window requires planning and procurement to begin now, well ahead of the deadline. This initiative aligns with the active FY2027 budget cycle and may be eligible for cooperative procurement vehicles to streamline acquisition and reduce costs.
Texas DIR
Discuss this project →CAD, Mobile, and RMS Platform Renewal or Replacement
Public Safety Technology · Records Management
High Priority
About this project
The county's Computer-Aided Dispatch, Mobile, and Records Management System contract expires January 31, 2027, creating an immediate and high-stakes decision point for renewal or competitive replacement. With an identified $438k renewal already reflected in budget records, leadership must evaluate platform continuity, operational risk, and long-term public safety service delivery before commitments are locked in.
The opportunity
FY2027 budget hearings scheduled for September 23–24, 2026 represent the critical funding window to advance this decision. Acting within the current fiscal planning cycle ensures uninterrupted dispatch and records operations while allowing time for a competitive evaluation aligned with cooperative procurement pathways available to Texas counties.
Texas DIR
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