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Unify Emergency Notifications and Dispatch Operations
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
During Hurricane Helene, siloed mass notification and E-911 dispatch systems produced an erroneous public alert and exposed critical EOC integration failures. The county's Emergency Operations Plan did not address key scenarios, leaving residents and responders vulnerable during active disaster conditions.
The opportunity
A $1M FEMA hurricane recovery reimbursement and a proposed Civil Defense budget increase create a funded, near-term window to consolidate fragmented emergency systems. Acting now reduces life-safety risk, strengthens disaster recovery posture, and aligns with active hazard mitigation initiatives.
FEMA reimbursement
Discuss this project →Disaster Recovery & Hazard Mitigation Program Management
Emergency Management · Hazard Mitigation
High Priority
About this project
The county is managing active disaster recovery and hazard mitigation programs following Hurricane Helene, with documented gaps including erroneous mass notifications, EOC and dispatch coordination failures, and an Emergency Operations Plan that did not address critical scenarios. These operational deficiencies elevate risk to residents and continuity of emergency response across multi-cycle recovery efforts.
The opportunity
FEMA reimbursements and proposed Civil Defense budget increases provide a funded pathway to address urgent preparedness gaps now. Acting within the current fiscal cycle aligns investment with active recovery programs, reduces operational risk, and strengthens long-term emergency response infrastructure for the community.
FEMA reimbursement
Discuss this project →Strengthen Password Security and Secure Communications Compliance
Cybersecurity · Compliance & Risk Management
High Priority
About this project
The department has identified gaps in credential management and internal communications security, aligning with Tennessee's best practice recommendations though no formal mandate currently exists. Left unaddressed, these gaps present growing operational and reputational risk to staff, residents, and sensitive public data.
The opportunity
The Opioid Settlement Funding application — with a February 2026 deadline and July 2026 award — explicitly lists secure communication as an eligible technology category, creating a defined and time-sensitive funding pathway. Acting in Q1 2026 positions the department to secure budget commitments and advance compliance before the window closes.
Opioid Settlement Funding
Discuss this project →Modernize Public Information Access & Digital Outreach
Public Communications · Digital Content Management
High Priority
About this project
The department lacks a documented digital content or portal strategy, creating gaps in public information accessibility that limit effective substance misuse mitigation outreach and broader community communications. Without a structured approach, residents may face barriers to critical public health and safety information.
The opportunity
The Opioid Settlement Funding application—with a February 2026 deadline—explicitly identifies public information accessibility as an eligible technology use case, and Broadband Ready Grant funds may offer supplemental support. The February–July 2026 award schedule creates a narrow decision window aligned with current fiscal planning cycles.
Opioid Settlement Funding
Discuss this project →Fleet Telematics & Transportation Safety Modernization
Fleet Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
Current fleet operations lack documented visibility into maintenance schedules, vehicle utilization, and driver behavior, creating gaps in incident reconstruction and accountability. This absence of telematics data elevates operational risk and limits the county's ability to proactively manage safety outcomes for staff and the public.
The opportunity
A $1M transportation equipment budget allocation provides a direct, near-term funding pathway to address fleet visibility gaps before risk exposure increases. Acting within the current budget cycle enables proactive investment in safety infrastructure, supporting stewardship of public assets and long-term cost avoidance.
Transportation equipment budget allocation
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