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911/CAD Platform Replacement Before Contract Expiration
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The county's 911/CAD maintenance contract expires July 2026, threatening continuity of emergency dispatch operations if a replacement platform is not procured in time. Compliance mandates including a May 2026 911 plan submission and NIMS requirements add urgency to resolving this critical infrastructure gap.
The opportunity
The July 2026 contract deadline defines a clear procurement window, and the county's $162K public safety tech budget—alongside eligible federal grant programs such as EMPG and HSGP—provides viable funding pathways. Acting now allows time for cooperative purchasing, evaluation, and a seamless transition without disruption to 911 services.
COPS TEP
Discuss this project →Emergency Operations Plan & NIMS Compliance Modernization
Emergency Management · Public Safety Compliance
High Priority
About this project
The county faces compounding preparedness gaps — including an EOP of uncertain age and a lack of documented exercises — alongside active NIMS compliance mandates and a 911 plan submission deadline of May 2026. These overlapping pressures elevate both regulatory and operational risk for emergency response continuity.
The opportunity
With a hard 911 plan submission deadline approaching and established grant funding through EMPG and HSGP already in use, the county has a clear budget pathway to close preparedness gaps now. Leadership transition creates a timely opening to advance EOP modernization and strengthen compliance posture ahead of the upcoming fiscal cycle.
County-Wide Radio Communications Infrastructure Upgrade
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
Ionia County has identified gaps in communications resilience and interoperability for public safety operations, with active efforts underway to secure funding for a county-wide radio infrastructure upgrade. Aging systems and an expiring 911/CAD maintenance contract elevate operational and compliance risk for emergency responders and the residents they serve.
The opportunity
Grant programs with July 2026 deadlines—including HSGP, EMPG, and BRIC—directly align with this project, offering viable funding pathways with limited local match requirements. Acting within the current planning window positions the county to meet compliance mandates, close interoperability gaps, and strengthen emergency response before contract and grant timelines converge.
Fleet Telematics & Camera Coverage Expansion
Fleet Management · Public Works Technology
High Priority
About this project
Ionia County's Road Department is actively deploying fleet telematics and road-facing cameras, while broader county fleet operations remain without consistent telematics or dashcam coverage. This gap creates unmonitored liability exposure, limits operational visibility, and leaves county assets and staff without documented incident protection.
The opportunity
An active deployment already underway provides a streamlined path to expand coverage county-wide through cooperative purchasing vehicles already in use. Acting within the current fiscal cycle maximizes consistency, reduces per-unit costs, and closes fleet risk gaps before they become documented liabilities.
COPS TEP
Discuss this project →Web Accessibility & ADA Digital Compliance Remediation
Web Accessibility · ADA Compliance
High Priority
About this project
The county has identified WCAG 2.1 AA compliance gaps across its public-facing digital properties, limiting access for residents with disabilities and creating legal exposure. With the January 27, 2026 compliance deadline now passed, the county faces elevated risk of litigation and civil rights complaints.
The opportunity
The county is already past its federal compliance deadline, making remediation an immediate priority to reduce legal liability and restore equitable access to public services. Addressing these gaps now aligns with current fiscal planning and may be eligible for state or federal accessibility funding.