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Public Safety Campus & EOCC Infrastructure Development
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
Mackinac County has approved and funded "Project Alpha," a greenfield initiative to construct a new public-safety campus including an Emergency Operations and Communications Center (EOCC) targeted for completion by June 2027. Identified gaps in EOP review history, mass notification capability, and HSEEP-style exercise documentation elevate operational and compliance risk ahead of buildout.
The opportunity
With budget approved, active grant windows (HSGP and BRIC) closing in July 2026, and a new Emergency Management Director taking office July 1, 2025, near-term procurement decisions are imminent. Engaging now ensures infrastructure investments align with compliance requirements, grant eligibility, and the June 2027 completion milestone.
MiDEAL
Discuss this project →EOP Modernization and Exercise Program Launch
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The county lacks documented evidence of a current, reviewed Emergency Operations Plan or HSEEP-compliant exercises, creating measurable compliance and operational risk. These gaps leave the county vulnerable to failed audits, inadequate disaster response, and reduced eligibility for emergency preparedness funding.
The opportunity
Incoming emergency management leadership and active HSGP and BRIC grant windows through July 2026 create a timely, fundable path to close preparedness gaps. Addressing EOP currency and exercise compliance now strengthens public safety outcomes and positions the county for a funded Emergency Operations and Communications Center by June 2027.
Mass Notification & Public Alert System Deployment
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The county currently lacks any confirmed mass notification or public alert system, leaving residents without a reliable warning mechanism during emergencies. This gap, combined with an EOP of unknown review status, presents significant operational and compliance risk for emergency preparedness obligations.
The opportunity
Active grant opportunities, including BRIC, with deadlines in July 2026 provide a defined funding window to close this critical preparedness gap. Acting within the current cycle aligns with a funded public-safety campus initiative and supports the incoming Emergency Management Director's priorities.
Fleet Safety & In-Vehicle Camera Program
Fleet Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
A $60,000 grant designated for in-car cameras signals an active move toward fleet safety technology for the Sheriff's fleet, while aging county vehicles—including an animal shelter unit needing repairs—point to broader fleet risk. Without a coordinated program, operational gaps and liability exposure across county vehicle operations remain unaddressed.
The opportunity
The active grant provides a funded, near-term entry point to advance in-vehicle safety technology with limited local match required. Expanding the program county-wide during the current budget cycle strengthens driver accountability, reduces liability, and positions the county for follow-on safety investments.
Sourcewell
Discuss this project →Web Accessibility & Digital Compliance Remediation
Digital Accessibility · Regulatory Compliance
High Priority
About this project
The organization has identified a gap in WCAG 2.1 AA conformance across public-facing digital properties, triggering an active remediation initiative. Failure to meet this standard exposes the entity to legal liability and limits equitable access to government services for residents with disabilities.
The opportunity
WCAG 2.1 AA compliance is an increasingly enforced legal requirement for government entities, making remediation a near-term operational priority. Addressing this now supports equitable service delivery, reduces litigation risk, and may align with current-cycle IT modernization or accessibility grant funding.