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Emergency Operations Plan & Preparedness Program Development
Emergency Management · Public Safety Compliance
High Priority
About this project
The district lacks a documented EOP, verified HSEEP exercises, and AAR findings, while recent EOC activations for severe weather have exposed critical preparedness gaps. Active mandates under Texas Government Code §418.106, FEMA NIMS, and TDEM planning standards create legal and operational obligations requiring immediate remediation.
The opportunity
FY2027 budget allocations and voter-approved tax rate increases provide substantial new revenue capacity, while a pending BRIC grant decision creates a near-term funding window for emergency management infrastructure. Acting now addresses compliance obligations, reduces operational risk, and strengthens community protection before the next activation cycle.
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Discuss this project →Mass Notification System Modernization
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The district lacks a dedicated mass notification platform, creating a critical gap in alerting staff and the public during emergencies — a deficiency compounded by recent EOC activations for severe weather. Active compliance obligations under Texas Government Code §418.106, FEMA NIMS, and TDEM planning standards elevate the urgency to act.
The opportunity
Voter-approved tax rate increases and FY2027 budget provisions for IT and software create a clear, available funding path. Cooperative purchasing agreements already in place simplify procurement, and a BRIC grant decision expected by end of 2026 adds further time-sensitive momentum for emergency communications investment.
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Discuss this project →TECC Dispatch Center Construction & Technology
Emergency Management · Public Safety Infrastructure
High Priority
About this project
The district has approved $150,000 for a new TECC dispatch center, its top strategic priority, requiring integrated communications and technology infrastructure. Active mandates under Texas Government Code §418.106, FEMA NIMS, and TDEM planning standards elevate compliance risk alongside documented emergency preparedness gaps.
The opportunity
A BRIC grant decision expected by end of 2026 creates a defined funding milestone, and a voter-approved levy increase of up to 61.15% provides additional financial capacity. Acting now aligns capital investment with grant timing, strengthens emergency response readiness, and advances compliance with state and federal mandates.
BRIC Grant
Discuss this project →Fleet Safety and Apparatus Management Modernization
Fleet Safety · Public Safety Operations
High Priority
About this project
A recent apparatus accident and aging fleet with delayed replacements have elevated safety and financial risk, reflected in rising insurance deductibles. The current fleet maintenance tool provides only partial coverage, leaving critical gaps in real-time safety monitoring and telematics across active apparatus.
The opportunity
FY2027 budget provisions for IT hardware and software, combined with cooperative purchasing access, create a near-term procurement path with reduced administrative burden. Addressing fleet safety gaps now limits liability exposure, supports operational continuity, and aligns with the current budget cycle.
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Discuss this project →Cybersecurity & IT Contract Consolidation Modernization
Cybersecurity · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
Multiple IT contracts covering endpoint protection, identity management, MFA, content management, and remote access are approaching renewal within 18 months, creating consolidation risk if left unaddressed. The FY2027 budget includes dedicated provisions for IT hardware, software, and cyber-insurance, alongside new fiber infrastructure investment.
The opportunity
Active contract renewal timelines and explicit FY2027 IT budget allocations create a defined window to modernize and consolidate systems before costs escalate. The BJA FY 2026 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant provides an additional public safety technology funding pathway eligible for information systems improvements.
BJA FY 2026 Byrne JAG
Discuss this project →Web Accessibility & Digital Portal Compliance
Web Accessibility · Digital Equity
High Priority
About this project
The district has an ongoing partial compliance gap with WCAG 2.1 standards across its public-facing digital properties, limiting equitable access for residents with disabilities. Unresolved accessibility deficiencies carry legal and reputational risk and conflict with federal civil rights obligations.
The opportunity
FY2027 budget provisions include increased software spending, and cooperative purchasing agreements are in place to streamline procurement. Addressing WCAG 2.1 compliance now reduces legal exposure, advances digital equity, and aligns remediation costs with the current budget cycle.
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