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IT Infrastructure & Cybersecurity Modernization
IT Modernization · Cybersecurity
High Priority
About this project
The authority has budget-approved initiatives for computer and server replacements and a helpdesk system upgrade, alongside significant IT budget increases across public safety units. A cybersecurity grant accepted through the Tennessee State and Local Cyber Security Grant Program creates a defined funding path for near-term procurement of cybersecurity software and equipment.
The opportunity
Active grant funding and capital-approved budgets provide immediate purchasing authority, with formal bid thresholds above $50,000 informing procurement structure. Advancing this project now reduces operational and security risk, aligns with the current fiscal cycle, and strengthens the resilience of critical public safety systems.
TN State & Local Cyber Security Grant
Discuss this project →Fleet Visibility & Asset Monitoring Modernization
Fleet Management · Public Works Operations
High Priority
About this project
The authority is expanding its fleet through vehicle leases, EV purchases, and charging infrastructure, yet lacks telemetry, GPS, dash cams, and telematics to support safe heavy-vehicle and work-zone operations. This visibility gap creates operational risk and limits the evidentiary record needed to protect the agency and the public it serves.
The opportunity
ARPA funding tied to the Signal Mountain rehabilitation project carries a hard September 2026 spending deadline, and capital budget has already pre-approved fleet management systems. Acting within the current fiscal cycle maximizes available funding and closes a documented safety and operational gap before the deadline lapses.
Emergency Preparedness & Mass Notification Modernization
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The authority's emergency preparedness posture shows critical gaps: no documented HSEEP-style exercises, no dedicated Emergency Management Coordinator, and a fragmented public notification ecosystem with unverified performance data. NIMS adoption is required for federal grant eligibility, and a federal consent decree carries a reporting deadline of July 2026.
The opportunity
A dedicated $50,000 emergency management and public safety tech budget is approved, and NIMS compliance requirements create a defined, time-sensitive funding pathway. Addressing preparedness gaps now strengthens community resilience, supports federal grant eligibility, and reduces compliance and operational risk ahead of the 2026 consent decree deadline.
Web Accessibility & Digital Portal Compliance
ADA Compliance · Digital Accessibility
High Priority
About this project
The authority maintains a stated commitment to WCAG 2.0 A/AA accessibility with a dedicated ADA compliance budget, yet document accessibility gaps remain unresolved. A potential mandate to upgrade to WCAG 2.1 standards introduces forward-looking compliance risk for public-facing digital services.
The opportunity
Pre-approved ADA compliance funding creates a clear pathway to act within the current budget cycle before WCAG 2.1 requirements take effect. Addressing accessibility gaps now reduces legal exposure, strengthens equitable public access, and aligns remediation efforts with available appropriations.
Signal Mountain Infrastructure Rehabilitation Monitoring
Public Works · Asset Management
High Priority
About this project
An ARPA-funded rehabilitation initiative at Signal Mountain is actively underway, requiring operational monitoring and asset management support across public works and fleet operations. Without adequate visibility tools, the project risks missing its hard September 2026 ARPA spending deadline and jeopardizing capital fund compliance.
The opportunity
The September 2026 ARPA spending deadline creates a confirmed, time-bound funding window for operational monitoring and asset tracking solutions tied directly to this project. Acting within the current fiscal cycle ensures eligible expenditures are captured, compliance obligations are met, and public infrastructure outcomes are delivered on schedule.