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Emergency Operations Plan & Mass Notification Modernization
Emergency Management · School Safety
High Priority
About this project
The district lacks a publicly available Emergency Operations Plan and a unified mass notification system, creating critical safety and compliance gaps. Michigan law (PA 390 and PA 12 of 2014) mandates EOP review cycles and drill documentation—both currently unaddressed—while a fragmented notification ecosystem leaves students, staff, and families underserved.
The opportunity
The FY26 School Violence Prevention Program grant offers a direct funding path for school emergency notification technology, and a $19.3M bond referendum in August 2026 further accelerates safety investment timelines. Acting now aligns with both funding windows, satisfies unmet state compliance mandates, and supports a newly appointed full-time safety lead ready to drive implementation.
FY26 SVPP
Discuss this project →Secure Entry & Facility Safety Upgrades
School Safety · Facility Infrastructure
High Priority
About this project
A proposed $19.3M bond referendum targets elementary building renovations, including secure entrance upgrades, fire alarm systems, and site improvements tied to state school safety compliance mandates. Unmet emergency preparedness requirements under Michigan PA 390 and PA 12 of 2014 elevate operational and compliance risk for students and staff.
The opportunity
A bond vote scheduled for August 4, 2026 creates a near-term, high-value funding event for physical security and safety infrastructure. The FY26 School Violence Prevention Program grant offers an additional funding path with limited local match required. Acting ahead of the vote positions the district to align specifications, meet compliance mandates, and protect students and staff.
Mesick Bond 2026
Discuss this project →Web Accessibility & Digital Compliance Remediation
Digital Accessibility · Regulatory Compliance
High Priority
About this project
Unaddressed WCAG compliance gaps across public-facing web properties expose the district to legal and reputational risk. Ongoing facility reorganization is further compounding digital service delivery challenges, widening the accessibility gap for students, families, and staff.
The opportunity
Unmet WCAG requirements create compounding legal liability with each passing fiscal cycle, making near-term remediation a cost-effective risk mitigation strategy. Regional shared-service relationships may offer an efficient, budget-conscious path to compliance aligned with current FY planning windows.
Endpoint & IT Device Management Modernization
IT Modernization · Device Management
High Priority
About this project
A recent ban on digital devices in elementary classrooms has elevated urgency around district-wide endpoint policies and management tooling. With only 574 students and limited internal IT staff, the district lacks centralized device management infrastructure, increasing operational risk and reliance on regional ISD/ESD support.
The opportunity
A contract expiration within 18 months and approved Highpoint funding for FY26–27 create a near-term procurement window aligned with current budget cycles. Addressing endpoint management now reduces operational gaps, supports policy compliance, and positions the district for simplified, sustainable IT oversight.
Highpoint funding FY26-27
Discuss this project →Centralized Credential Management for District IT Security
Cybersecurity · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
The district lacks a confirmed centralized password and credential management solution, creating an identifiable cybersecurity gap. With limited internal IT staff and reliance on regional shared services, unmanaged credentials elevate the risk of unauthorized access and data exposure across district systems.
The opportunity
Approved FY26–27 technology funding and an upcoming bond referendum create a near-term window to address credential security at the district or shared-service level. A centralized solution reduces administrative burden, supports compliance posture, and is well-suited for cooperative procurement vehicles commonly used by Michigan districts.
Sourcewell
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