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Hazard Mitigation Plan Development
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
Mecosta County is the last county in the state without a hazard mitigation plan, creating a critical gap in EMPG/NIMS compliance and disaster preparedness. Recent flooding that triggered a local state of emergency underscores the operational and public safety risks of continued inaction.
The opportunity
A $40,000 FEMA Hazard Mitigation grant has already been awarded, making this initiative fully funded and immediately actionable within the current procurement cycle. Completing this plan closes a statewide compliance gap, strengthens future federal funding eligibility, and directly improves community resilience.
FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant
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Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The county's current public alerting solution has exposed operational gaps during recent flooding emergencies, with EMPG and NIMS compliance mandates requiring more robust, reliable notification capabilities. Without modernization, residents face delayed warnings and the county risks continued non-compliance and inadequate emergency response.
The opportunity
Active FEMA and Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) funding pathways are available now, reducing local budget burden. Bundling notification upgrades with the county's hazard mitigation plan development maximizes grant impact, strengthens compliance posture, and closes a critical public safety gap before the next emergency event.
Drone & Aerial Intelligence for Emergency Field Operations
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The county has an active RFP for drone and aerial intelligence capability, with bids closing August 10, 2026, driven by a recent flooding emergency and local state of emergency declaration. This procurement directly supports field operations and emergency response gaps exposed by the disaster event.
The opportunity
With bid closure imminent and cooperative purchasing vehicles available to streamline procurement, acting now ensures continuity with active emergency management priorities and FEMA-aligned funding already in place. Addressing aerial intelligence needs strengthens field response, situational awareness, and long-term hazard mitigation readiness.
Sheriff's Fleet Telematics and Dashcam Expansion
Fleet Safety · Public Safety Technology
High Priority
About this project
The county's sheriff's fleet currently lacks telematics and dashcam coverage, creating liability exposure and operational blind spots despite existing fleet monitoring for EMS. Active vehicle purchases present a time-sensitive gap to equip new assets at the point of deployment.
The opportunity
The Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) offers a strong funding pathway for fleet telematics, aligning with near-term budget and procurement cycles. Equipping the sheriff's fleet now reduces liability risk, improves officer accountability, and maximizes the value of vehicles already entering service.
Edward Byrne Memorial JAG
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