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EOP Development and NIMS Compliance Readiness
Emergency Management · Grant Compliance
High Priority
About this project
No formal Emergency Operations Plan has been identified, creating direct risk to EMPG funding eligibility and NIMS compliance. Recent flooding and wildfire events have exposed critical gaps in coordinated response, including duplicated efforts and the absence of a public mass-notification system.
The opportunity
Grant deadlines in July 2026 (HSGP, BRIC, EMPG) and an August 2026 ballot proposal for technology and equipment funding create a narrow procurement window. An active funding environment—including a department budget increase and an $8M state fire equipment program—supports near-term action with strong cost-sharing potential.
Public Mass Notification System Implementation
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The department lacks a consolidated, department-level mass notification system, creating a critical emergency preparedness gap despite county-managed notifications being in place. Recent flood and wildfire emergencies have exposed the operational risk of this gap, and the absence of a documented EOP puts EMPG funding eligibility at risk.
The opportunity
Grant programs with July 2026 deadlines — including HSGP, BRIC, and EMPG — explicitly cover eligible emergency notification and incident management technology, and an approved budget allocation supports near-term action. Addressing this gap now strengthens compliance with NIMS and EOP mandates, reduces operational risk during declared emergencies, and positions the department to secure available funding before the window closes.
Password & Credential Management Modernization
Cybersecurity · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
Fragmented credential practices—including use of personal email accounts for public-facing communications—expose this public safety entity to significant cybersecurity risk. Without enterprise-grade password governance, sensitive operational data and public trust remain vulnerable to breach or unauthorized access.
The opportunity
An active strategic initiative seeking funding for IT and cybersecurity modernization signals organizational readiness, and cooperative purchasing vehicles can streamline compliant procurement. Addressing credential governance now reduces operational risk and aligns with the upcoming fiscal planning cycle.
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Discuss this project →Emergency Operations Center Modernization & Incident Response
Emergency Management · Public Safety Technology
High Priority
About this project
A declared State of Emergency and recent flooding and wildfire incidents have exposed critical gaps in emergency operations center capabilities, including duplicated response efforts and compromised backup systems. Compliance mandates—including NIMS implementation and overdue EOP review—elevate operational and regulatory risk for the county and the communities it serves.
The opportunity
An $8M state Fire Equipment Grant, an approved departmental budget allocation, and grant deadlines in July 2026 create a time-sensitive and well-funded window to close preparedness gaps. Acting now aligns with the August 2026 ballot proposal for technology and equipment funding, maximizing available resources while strengthening public safety outcomes.