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Emergency Operations Plan & Preparedness Modernization
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The department faces critical emergency preparedness gaps—including unrevised policies, a recent flood incident, and a newly onboarded EM Coordinator—while remaining out of compliance with NIMS and EOP mandates required for federal and state preparedness funding eligibility.
The opportunity
Budget-approved funding is confirmed, and grants such as BRIC and HSGP align directly with preparedness and mass-notification initiatives. Acting now leverages the EM Coordinator's onboarding window and satisfies near-term compliance deadlines tied to continued federal funding eligibility.
Countywide Mass Notification & Alert System Modernization
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The county has identified modernization of its alert and notification infrastructure as a top strategic priority, with current capabilities insufficient for broad emergency communication. A recent flood incident has exposed critical gaps in early-warning and resilient communications, elevating operational and life-safety risk for residents countywide.
The opportunity
Budget-approved funding is already in place, and BRIC and HSGP grant programs directly support early-warning and mass-notification initiatives, reducing local fiscal burden. Acting within the current grant cycle ensures alignment with NIMS compliance requirements and positions the county to close preparedness gaps before the next emergency event.
Web Accessibility & Digital Compliance Remediation
Digital Accessibility · Regulatory Compliance
High Priority
About this project
A federal DOJ rule establishes an April 26, 2028 deadline for public-facing digital accessibility compliance, creating a defined planning horizon for remediating gaps across department-owned web properties. Failure to act proactively risks non-compliance, inequitable public access, and compressed remediation timelines as the deadline approaches.
The opportunity
The 2028 enforcement date provides a clear window to stage remediation efforts across fiscal cycles, avoiding costly last-minute overhauls. Departments that begin assessments now can align accessibility improvements with existing budget planning and reduce long-term compliance risk.
Fleet Safety Monitoring & Emergency Vehicle Management
Fleet Safety · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The department has sustained vehicle accidents involving emergency and public works assets, signaling gaps in driver safety oversight and fleet monitoring. Ongoing capital investment in new emergency vehicles increases the need for proactive management to protect personnel, assets, and public trust.
The opportunity
Capital equipment budget activity and public safety priorities create a timely opening to address fleet safety alongside broader preparedness investments. HSGP and BRIC grant programs may offer secondary eligibility for fleet safety initiatives tied to emergency preparedness, supporting action within the current funding cycle.
Secure Credential Management for Public Safety Systems
Cybersecurity · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
Without enterprise password management, staff credentials and access to sensitive public safety systems remain uncontrolled and vulnerable to compromise. In a small IT environment, a single unmanaged credential can expose critical infrastructure, elevating both operational and compliance risk.
The opportunity
The current system review period under new leadership creates a low-friction window for adoption, and HSGP cybersecurity provisions may offer secondary funding eligibility. Acting within this fiscal cycle reduces credential-based risk exposure and strengthens the department's overall security posture.