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Emergency Operations Plan and Mass Notification Readiness
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
OCCDA currently lacks a formal Emergency Operations Plan, a public mass notification system, and an overdue Hazard Mitigation Plan — critical gaps for an authority responsible for public safety coordination. These deficiencies elevate operational and compliance risk during a period of significant organizational transition.
The opportunity
An approved FY2025 EMPG grant and active FY2026 budget planning create a timely funding pathway to close preparedness gaps. New executive leadership and the authority's organizational transition present an open window to establish foundational emergency management infrastructure aligned with federal mandates.
FY26 HSGP
Discuss this project →Public Mass Notification System Implementation
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
OCCDA currently lacks a unified public mass notification system, with emergency alerts fragmented across two separate platforms, creating inconsistent public communication and elevated safety risk. This gap directly conflicts with emergency preparedness mandates tied to active EMPG funding requirements.
The opportunity
Active federal grant windows — including BRIC and HSGP — are aligned with notification system consolidation, and an approved FY2025 EMPG award signals budget receptivity. New executive leadership and an ongoing organizational transition create a timely opening to modernize and unify public alerting under a single, compliant platform.
FY26 HSGP
Discuss this project →Hazard Mitigation Plan Update and Federal Grant Realignment
Emergency Management · Grant Compliance
High Priority
About this project
Ottawa County Central Dispatch Authority's Hazard Mitigation Plan is overdue, creating a direct compliance gap that jeopardizes eligibility for federal emergency management funding programs requiring an approved HMP as a prerequisite. Without an updated plan, the agency risks losing access to critical grant programs that fund preparedness infrastructure and operations.
The opportunity
FY2026 budget planning and active federal grant cycles—including programs contingent on an approved HMP—make this an urgent, time-sensitive initiative. Completing the update now restores grant eligibility, reduces compliance exposure, and positions the authority to secure funding aligned with its emergency preparedness strategic priorities.
9-1-1 CPE System and Radio Device Replacement
Emergency Management · Public Safety Infrastructure
High Priority
About this project
Ottawa County Central Dispatch Authority has budget-approved initiatives to replace its 9-1-1 Customer Premises Equipment system and radio devices—core infrastructure for public safety dispatch operations. Aging or unsupported systems elevate operational risk and continuity concerns for emergency response across the county.
The opportunity
These initiatives are actively funded and procurement-ready, with cooperative purchasing vehicles available to streamline acquisition within the current fiscal cycle. Acting now ensures uninterrupted dispatch capability, supports EMPG compliance alignment, and maximizes the impact of approved public safety dollars.
FY26 COPS TEP
Discuss this project →Strengthen Identity Security with Multi-Factor Authentication
Cybersecurity · Identity & Access Management
High Priority
About this project
A budget-approved MFA initiative is actively underway, but a fragmented cybersecurity stack and inferred password management gaps leave credentials and public-safety systems exposed. Without cohesive identity controls, the organization faces elevated risk of unauthorized access and operational disruption.
The opportunity
With procurement already approved and FY planning active, this is an optimal window to close identity security gaps before they become liabilities. Cooperative contract vehicles may streamline acquisition, and addressing these gaps now supports a stronger, unified cybersecurity baseline across the authority.
Sourcewell
Discuss this project →Server and Endpoint Refresh with Unified Management
IT Modernization · Cybersecurity
High Priority
About this project
A budget-approved server and endpoint refresh initiative is underway, but a fragmented cybersecurity stack and gaps in unified endpoint and patch management create operational and security risk. Without consolidated device management, the authority faces increased exposure to unpatched vulnerabilities and inconsistent policy enforcement across systems.
The opportunity
This budget-approved initiative is positioned for action within the current fiscal cycle, and cooperative procurement vehicles can streamline acquisition and reduce administrative burden. Consolidating endpoint management now reduces security risk, improves operational continuity, and maximizes the value of existing IT investment.
Sourcewell
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