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Emergency Operations Plan Modernization and Compliance
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
Mackinac County lacks a publicly accessible Emergency Operations Plan, has no documented EOP review cycle, and depends on regional or third-party notification services. These gaps create measurable NIMS compliance risk and leave the county vulnerable during active hazard events.
The opportunity
New emergency management leadership, a recently approved FY2027 budget, and aligned federal grant programs—including HSGP, BRIC, and EMPG—create a near-term window to close preparedness gaps and strengthen community resilience with available funding.
Fleet Safety & Telematics Modernization for Public Safety
Fleet Safety · Public Safety Technology
High Priority
About this project
A recent high-speed pursuit incident involving a struck police cruiser has exposed an immediate, documented gap in fleet safety capabilities, including the absence of dash cameras and telematics. This safety risk, combined with an active FY2027 budget cycle, creates both operational urgency and a clear window for action.
The opportunity
The incident provides direct justification for procurement, and the recently approved FY2027 budget signals an active spending cycle. Federal justice assistance funding is available and directly applicable to law enforcement equipment, reducing the local fiscal burden while advancing officer and public safety outcomes.
Cybersecurity Controls & Password Management Modernization
Cybersecurity · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
A compliance mandate requires implementation of modern cybersecurity controls and password management practices, creating measurable operational and regulatory risk. A county-level cybersecurity grant of $84,000 has been awarded, confirming recognized need and signaling available regional funding for remediation.
The opportunity
The active FY2027 budget cycle and awarded county-level grant create a near-term window to address cybersecurity gaps with reduced local funding burden. Multiple federal funding sources—including JAG, COPS TEP, HSGP, and EMPG—are applicable, supporting a fiscally responsible path to compliance and operational resilience.
Web Accessibility & Digital Compliance Remediation
Digital Accessibility · Regulatory Compliance
High Priority
About this project
A federal mandate requires WCAG 2.1 AA web accessibility compliance by January 27, 2026, and current digital properties are not confirmed to meet this standard. Non-compliance exposes the municipality to legal liability and restricts equitable public access to government services.
The opportunity
An $84,000 county-level cybersecurity and web-design grant is explicitly aligned with this project, providing a direct funding pathway ahead of the January 2026 deadline. Acting within the current fiscal cycle ensures compliance, reduces legal risk, and preserves equitable digital access for all residents.
County cybersecurity/web-design grant
Discuss this project →Centralized Endpoint Visibility and IT Operations Modernization
IT Modernization · Cybersecurity Compliance
High Priority
About this project
Mackinaw City lacks centralized endpoint management, creating visibility gaps across department IT infrastructure and elevating cybersecurity risk. Active compliance mandates—including modern cybersecurity controls—require immediate operational attention to protect public-sector systems and data.
The opportunity
The recently approved FY2027 budget cycle and an $84,000 cybersecurity-aligned grant signal available funding for IT infrastructure improvements now. Addressing endpoint management gaps reduces operational risk, supports compliance mandates, and positions the department for sustainable, auditable IT operations.