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IT Infrastructure & Endpoint Management Modernization
IT Modernization · Endpoint Management
High Priority
About this project
Caldwell County is transitioning to an internally governed IT structure under new leadership, creating an active window to evaluate and expand endpoint management and IT operations capabilities. Approved FY 2026–2027 budget increases—including a jump from $100K to $450K in IT equipment—signal strong institutional intent to modernize infrastructure and address operational gaps.
The opportunity
With significant budget already approved and a new IT Director shaping the county's technology direction, this is a near-term funded opportunity aligned with the current fiscal cycle. Federal grant programs such as HSGP may further offset costs, and BuyBoard cooperative membership simplifies compliant procurement.
BuyBoard
Discuss this project →Cybersecurity Training & Credential Management Compliance
Cybersecurity Compliance · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
The county faces a mandated cybersecurity training compliance deadline of August 31, 2026, with current gaps in integrated credential and password management despite an otherwise mature security posture. This incomplete coverage creates measurable compliance and operational risk for county systems, staff, and the residents they serve.
The opportunity
The August 2026 deadline creates a defined, time-bound decision window aligned with a proposed FY 2026–2027 IT budget that includes significant increases in outside services. Federal grant programs such as HSGP support cybersecurity initiatives, and cooperative purchasing agreements available to the county can streamline procurement and accelerate implementation.
Emergency Operations Plan & Mass Notification Modernization
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The county's Emergency Operations Plan is undocumented or outdated, its mass notification system is unidentified and has eroded public trust through unofficial alerts, and the water system Emergency Preparedness Plan mandate—due March 2022—remains past due. Active flood warning system development is underway, and an Outdoor Warning Siren Grant has been approved, creating both urgency and a partial funding foundation.
The opportunity
The approved siren grant, alignment with the county's Flood Preparedness and Assistance program, and increased FY 2026–2027 IT budget create a near-term window to close critical compliance and readiness gaps. Federal grant programs such as HSGP and EMPG offer additional eligible funding pathways to advance this initiative with limited local match.
Outdoor Warning Siren Grant
Discuss this project →Web Accessibility & Digital Portal Compliance
Web Accessibility · Digital Government
High Priority
About this project
The county has documented deficiencies in web accessibility and faces a mandate to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards by April 2026, creating legal exposure and barriers to equitable resident access. An upcoming digital government platform renewal in September 2026 presents a defined evaluation window to remediate these gaps.
The opportunity
The September 2026 platform renewal and FY 2026–2027 IT budget increases create an active, near-term decision window to address compliance before deadlines intensify. BuyBoard cooperative membership supports streamlined procurement, and the project aligns with current IT modernization priorities and available funding pathways.
BuyBoard
Discuss this project →Fleet Safety & Telematics Modernization
Fleet Safety · Public Works Operations
High Priority
About this project
County field operations currently lack documented fleet safety technology—including dash cameras, telematics, and driver monitoring—leaving vehicle conditions and operator risk largely untracked. A recent rise in workers' compensation costs signals potential exposure, and the absence of baseline data limits the county's ability to manage liability or demonstrate due diligence.
The opportunity
PROTECT and SS4A grant programs offer eligible funding pathways for fleet safety initiatives, reducing the local fiscal burden during the upcoming budget cycle. Acting now establishes a preventive safety baseline, supports responsible stewardship of public assets, and positions the county ahead of potential regulatory or liability scrutiny.
PROTECT
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