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Hazard Mitigation Plan Renewal & EOC Restoration
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The department's hazard mitigation plan has been expired for a decade, the emergency manager contract has lapsed, and the EOC is non-operational—leaving the community without coordinated emergency response capacity. These gaps violate NIMS compliance requirements, jeopardize eligibility for federal funding, and expose residents to unmitigated risk during declared emergencies.
The opportunity
Active federal grant programs (HSGP, BRIC) and a proposed $30M state budget increase for fire and emergency services create a well-aligned funding window to address these critical gaps now. Restoring compliance and EOC functionality protects federal funding eligibility, reduces community risk, and responds to documented public and media pressure.
Mass Notification & Public Alert Modernization
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The department currently relies on outdoor sirens and ad-hoc volunteer notifications, limiting reach and reliability during incidents. With a hazard mitigation plan expired over a decade ago and NIMS compliance requirements tied to federal funding, the gap in unified alerting poses significant operational and regulatory risk.
The opportunity
Active emergency management grant programs, including HSGP and BRIC, provide direct funding pathways for mass notification modernization with strong alignment to this initiative. Cooperative purchasing vehicles are already in place, reducing procurement complexity and accelerating timelines within the current fiscal cycle.
Web Accessibility & Digital Compliance Remediation
Web Accessibility · Regulatory Compliance
High Priority
About this project
A 2028 DOJ web accessibility mandate creates a firm legal and public-access compliance deadline across the department's digital presence. Without phased remediation planning underway, the entity risks non-compliance, potential litigation, and inequitable access to public services.
The opportunity
The defined 2028 compliance window supports structured, phased remediation that aligns with upcoming fiscal planning cycles and avoids costly last-minute overhauls. Proactive investment protects public access, reduces legal exposure, and demonstrates responsible stewardship of digital infrastructure.
Fleet & Volunteer Vehicle Risk Management
Fleet Safety · Emergency Services
High Priority
About this project
The volunteer department has identified a proactive need for fleet oversight and vehicle risk management, though no documented incidents or insurance issues currently exist. Without structured controls, liability exposure and operational gaps may grow as emergency service demands increase.
The opportunity
State-level budget increases for fire and emergency services and active fire equipment grants present a timely, low-match funding pathway for fleet safety improvements. Phased procurement options align with the department's informal quote thresholds, making near-term action practical and fiscally responsible.
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