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Fleet Safety & Telematics Implementation
Fleet Safety · Public Liability & Risk Management
High Priority
About this project
A recent Bookmobile crash has resulted in a lawsuit and heightened public scrutiny, exposing a critical gap in fleet safety oversight. The absence of dash cameras or telematics systems leaves drivers unprotected and the library without data to manage liability or demonstrate due diligence.
The opportunity
The active legal exposure creates immediate urgency to act within the current fiscal cycle, and a designated Technology Fund provides available budget without delay. Implementing fleet safety technology now reduces future liability, improves driver safety, and demonstrates responsible stewardship of public resources.
MiDEAL
Discuss this project →Web Accessibility & ADA Compliance Remediation
Digital Accessibility · Regulatory Compliance
High Priority
About this project
The library faces documented ADA legal exposure with WCAG 2.1 compliance gaps across its public-facing website, and current accessibility status remains unverified. Active strategic initiatives around accessibility audits signal institutional awareness, but unresolved gaps elevate compliance and reputational risk for the community served.
The opportunity
Federal ADA mandates and an established Technology Fund create a timely pathway to act within the current fiscal cycle. IMLS National Leadership Grant eligibility further reduces local funding burden, making this an actionable, low-barrier opportunity to close compliance gaps and expand equitable digital access for all patrons.
IMLS National Leadership Grant
Discuss this project →Emergency Operations Plan & Management Modernization
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The library's emergency preparedness posture is critically underdeveloped—its only documented plan dates to 2020 and addresses COVID-19 exclusively, with no dedicated EM leadership or mass notification capability. As Jackson County advances its own emergency management initiatives, this gap poses growing operational and compliance risk to staff and the public.
The opportunity
FEMA BRIC and HSGP grant programs provide viable funding pathways for emergency preparedness improvements, and alignment with county-level EM activity creates a timely window for action. Addressing this now reduces liability exposure, supports EOP compliance mandates, and strengthens continuity of public services.
FEMA BRIC
Discuss this project →Cybersecurity & IT Systems Modernization
Cybersecurity · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
The library faces active cybersecurity risks including password management gaps and FOIA/records protection vulnerabilities, compounded by adjacent public safety radio system attacks. Camera and radio system upgrades are underway, but unaddressed IT security gaps elevate operational and compliance risk for staff and the public.
The opportunity
A dedicated Technology Fund and an annual IT spend of nearly $500K demonstrate strong financial readiness, and JAG and IMLS National Leadership Grant pathways may offset project costs. Acting within the current fiscal cycle strengthens records protection, reduces compliance exposure, and safeguards public-facing services.
Digital Literacy & Community Technology Programming Expansion
Digital Equity · Public Library Services
High Priority
About this project
The library has a funded strategic initiative to expand digital literacy and technology programming for the broader community, paired with accessibility improvements such as digital tours. Without structured investment, gaps in equitable access and ADA-aligned service delivery risk undermining community outcomes and compliance standing.
The opportunity
This initiative carries dedicated Technology Fund backing and aligns with federal accessibility and digital equity priorities, making it eligible for supplemental state and federal funding. Acting within the current fiscal cycle positions the library to expand community impact, meet compliance expectations, and maximize multi-year investment potential.
IMLS National Leadership Grant
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