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Emergency Operations Plan Development & Preparedness
Emergency Management · School Safety Compliance
High Priority
About this project
Merritt Academy lacks a publicly available Emergency Operations Plan, relies on single-channel mass notification, and has no documented exercises or designated coordinator. These gaps create significant compliance exposure under Michigan law MCL 380.1308b and MSP terminology alignment requirements.
The opportunity
Grant opportunities with July 2026 deadlines offer potential funding paths for preparedness initiatives, aligning with the academy's active budget planning cycle and upcoming fiscal decisions. Addressing these gaps now reduces compliance and operational risk while strengthening safety outcomes for students and staff.
Web Accessibility & Digital Document Compliance Remediation
Web Accessibility · Regulatory Compliance
High Priority
About this project
The academy operates under an active OCR resolution and an established WCAG 2.0 policy, confirming documented gaps in web and digital document accessibility. Unresolved compliance exposes the institution to legal liability and reputational risk affecting students, families, and staff.
The opportunity
A budget hearing and amendment cycle in June 2026 create a near-term window for funding decisions. Acting now leverages existing policy groundwork to accelerate remediation, reduce legal exposure, and align with cooperative procurement pathways available to Michigan public entities.
Closing the Fleet Safety Technology Gap
Fleet Safety · Operational Risk Management
High Priority
About this project
Merritt Academy's transportation operations currently lack dashcams and telematics, creating documented defensive liability exposure and limiting the ability to coach drivers or investigate incidents. This gap leaves the academy vulnerable to operational and financial risk with no data-driven safety infrastructure in place.
The opportunity
BRIC and HSGP grant windows with July 2026 deadlines offer potential funding pathways, and cooperative purchasing programs available to Michigan government entities can streamline procurement. Acting within the current fiscal cycle positions the academy to reduce liability exposure and strengthen transportation safety outcomes.
Strengthen Endpoint Security and Credential Protection
Cybersecurity · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
Current endpoint management and credential security posture are undocumented, leaving the district exposed to breaches, ransomware, and unauthorized access. Cybersecurity compliance mandates are present but lack explicit enforcement documentation, increasing institutional and operational risk.
The opportunity
BRIC and HSGP grant cycles with deadlines in July 2026 offer potential funding pathways for cybersecurity investments, and the upcoming June 2026 budget hearing creates a near-term window for new allocations. Addressing endpoint and credential gaps now reduces liability and positions the district for compliant, resilient operations.