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Emergency Operations Plan Modernization and NIMS Compliance
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The county's Emergency Operations Plan is overdue for review, and NIMS adoption requirements remain unmet, creating measurable compliance and operational risk. For a PSAP environment where coordinated response is critical, these gaps directly threaten the county's ability to manage emergencies effectively and meet regulatory obligations.
The opportunity
A $320K Emergency Management budget increase in FY26-27, combined with actively pursued state and federal grants, creates a well-funded near-term window for remediation. With a September 2026 budget adoption deadline approaching, acting now ensures compliance, strengthens public safety outcomes, and maximizes available funding.
Texas SB3 Siren Grant
Discuss this project →Outdoor Warning Siren Expansion & Mass Notification Modernization
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The county is actively expanding its outdoor warning siren network while evaluating its current mass notification platform for displacement or integration, with engineering procurement already underway. Gaps in coverage and communications infrastructure elevate public safety risk and conflict with NIMS adoption and annual EOP review mandates.
The opportunity
A state grant of up to $1.25M is actively being pursued, and FY26–27 budget funding is already allocated, creating a narrow, high-urgency procurement window ahead of the September 2026 budget adoption. Acting now ensures alignment with grant timelines, compliance mandates, and improved resident alerting outcomes.
Texas SB3 Siren Grant
Discuss this project →Phase II Emergency Communications Tower Modernization
Emergency Management · Public Safety Communications
High Priority
About this project
Phase II tower modernization is a funded, top-priority initiative with active planning underway, while an unresolved 911-mapping problem at the PSAP adds immediate operational risk. Supporting communications infrastructure is still in progress, and a CAD system replacement remains unfunded, compounding interoperability and continuity gaps.
The opportunity
Dedicated funding is already in place for Phase II, and active federal grant programs — including HSGP and EMPG — may support adjacent needs such as CAD replacement and PSAP remediation. Advancing procurement now aligns with the upcoming FY26-27 budget cycle and reduces escalating risk to emergency response operations.
FY26 HSGP
Discuss this project →IT Administration & Cybersecurity Remediation
Cybersecurity Compliance · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
An internal audit identified critical IT administration deficiencies—including password sharing, lack of segregation of duties, and no centralized time/attendance tracking—exposing the county to significant operational and security risk. Cybersecurity training is mandated, and audit findings require prompt remediation to restore compliance and protect public systems.
The opportunity
A $189k state cybersecurity grant has already been accepted, and FY26-27 budgets include $567k for IT upgrades and $462k for county-wide computer needs—creating a fully funded, compliance-driven procurement window. Acting within this cycle addresses audit findings, satisfies mandates, and reduces ongoing risk to county operations and data.
State cybersecurity grant ($189k)
Discuss this project →Fleet Telematics & Electrification Modernization
Fleet Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The Sheriff's Department is experiencing a 10.5% year-over-year rise in auto insurance costs while lacking telematics or driver scoring tools to identify risk and reduce liability. Without visibility into fleet behavior, the county cannot proactively manage safety, operational costs, or support an expanding vehicle and drone fleet.
The opportunity
A $2.1M budget allocation across FY26 and FY27 for vehicle leases, purchases, and EV charging infrastructure creates a funded, time-aligned window to close the telematics gap. Acting within this cycle positions the county to reduce insurance exposure, support electrification goals, and maximize return on committed public funds.
Texas DIR
Discuss this project →Web Accessibility & Digital Compliance Modernization
Digital Accessibility · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
The county has a stated commitment to bring all public-facing digital properties into WCAG 2.1 AA compliance, creating a formal ADA-related obligation. Gaps in accessibility expose the county to legal and equity risks while limiting residents' ability to access essential government services online.
The opportunity
This initiative is scoped and funded within the county's FY26-27 IT modernization budget, making near-term planning and procurement activity likely. Acting within the current budget cycle ensures compliance obligations are met, reduces legal exposure, and expands equitable digital access for all residents.
Texas DIR
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