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Emergency Operations Center Consolidation
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The county is advancing a new combined Emergency Operations and Communications Center with construction progressing toward March 2026, backed by $27.7M in approved capital. Notification failures during recent weather emergencies and NIMS compliance gaps elevate operational and federal funding eligibility risk.
The opportunity
Confirmed capital funding and FEMA grant windows—including deadlines in mid-2026—create an immediate, well-resourced procurement window. Acting now ensures NIMS compliance alignment, restores notification reliability, and positions the county to maximize federal preparedness funding before the fiscal deadline.
FEMA HSGP
Discuss this project →Emergency Mass Notification System Upgrade
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The county has approved $5.2M to replace its emergency alerts platform following documented notification failures during a recent ice storm, with NIMS compliance mandates adding regulatory urgency. A coordinator transition and incumbent platform change create an active procurement window with leadership openness to new approaches.
The opportunity
Approved capital funding and FEMA HSGP and BRIC grant deadlines in July 2026 create a near-term, well-funded path to modernize public alerting. Acting within the current fiscal cycle reduces compliance risk, closes preparedness gaps, and strengthens community resilience before the next severe weather season.
FEMA HSGP
Discuss this project →NIMS Compliance & Emergency Preparedness Program
Emergency Management · Grant Compliance
High Priority
About this project
Federal NIMS compliance is required for preparedness funding eligibility, and documented gaps—including notification failures during an ice storm, drill deficiencies, and a recent flooding emergency declaration—create both regulatory exposure and operational risk for the community served.
The opportunity
FEMA grant deadlines in July 2026 make near-term action critical, as NIMS compliance is a prerequisite for funding eligibility. Closing identified gaps now positions the department to secure available federal dollars and strengthen coordinated emergency response.
FEMA HSGP
Discuss this project →Cybersecurity Incident Response & Remediation
Cybersecurity · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
A February 2026 ransomware incident disrupted county services and exposed gaps in credential security, endpoint visibility, and unified identity management across shared infrastructure—including systems supporting the fire department. Existing security tools are fragmented, elevating the risk of recurring incidents and prolonged service disruption for residents.
The opportunity
Post-incident momentum and leadership receptivity create a near-term window to consolidate and strengthen security posture before vulnerabilities are exploited again. Remediation investments may align with current-cycle state and federal funding opportunities and support FY planning for long-term operational resilience.
Sourcewell
Discuss this project →911 & Public Safety Communications System Replacement
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
A county-level 911 phone system replacement scheduled for early 2026 directly impacts fire department dispatch and emergency response continuity. Tied to a broader Emergency Operations and Communications Center consolidation, this initiative carries significant operational risk if communications infrastructure gaps are not addressed in coordination.
The opportunity
Active procurement timelines, capital-approved funding tied to the $27.7M EOCC project, and FEMA grant windows closing in mid-2026 create a narrow, well-funded window to act. Coordinated planning now reduces implementation risk and supports NIMS compliance eligibility for continued federal preparedness funding.
Sourcewell
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