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Emergency Operations Plan & Preparedness Development
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The authority lacks a published Emergency Operations Plan, an authority-owned mass-notification system, and faces critical infrastructure vulnerabilities from sewer overflows and untreated discharges. NIMS implementation and EOP review are mandated under Michigan Pub. 201, and recent severe weather events have further exposed these compliance and operational gaps.
The opportunity
FEMA's Homeland Security Grant Program and BRIC present active funding paths aligned with current grant cycles, reducing the local financial burden of closing these preparedness gaps. Acting now addresses documented compliance mandates, strengthens public safety outcomes, and positions the authority ahead of audit and regulatory exposure.
FEMA HSGP
Discuss this project →Unified Mass Notification System for Emergency Communications
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The authority lacks a dedicated mass-notification system and relies on fragmented, county-level platforms, leaving critical infrastructure and residents underserved during emergencies. Documented gaps in EOP publication and NIMS compliance elevate regulatory and operational risk, particularly as severe weather events increase.
The opportunity
FEMA grant programs, including HSGP and BRIC, offer direct funding paths for emergency notification and preparedness initiatives, with cooperative purchasing channels available to streamline procurement. Acting within the current grant cycle addresses compliance mandates, closes preparedness gaps, and ensures residents and staff receive timely, reliable emergency communications.
FEMA HSGP
Discuss this project →Fleet Telematics & Transportation Safety Deployment
Fleet Management · Public Works Safety
High Priority
About this project
The authority currently operates its fleet with no dash cameras or telematics, creating documented visibility and liability gaps across field operations. Infrastructure maintenance activities—including pump-tower remediation and sewer utility work—rely on unmonitored field vehicles, elevating operational and public accountability risk.
The opportunity
Active maintenance agreement discussions and high operational cost pressure signal a near-term investment window aligned with the current fiscal cycle. Deploying fleet monitoring now reduces liability exposure, improves service delivery efficiency, and may qualify for capital or cooperative procurement pathways available to public utilities.
Sourcewell
Discuss this project →Web Accessibility & ADA Compliance for Public Digital Services
Web Accessibility · Digital Services Compliance
High Priority
About this project
The authority has identified WCAG/ADA compliance gaps across its public-facing digital properties, creating legal exposure and barriers to equitable service access. An active municipal code hosting and ordinance codification initiative signals budget commitment and an immediate need for accessible digital infrastructure.
The opportunity
WCAG/ADA mandates create a clear regulatory driver for prioritizing accessibility improvements now, ahead of potential audit or legal risk. This project aligns with the current budget cycle and may be eligible for state digital equity or accessibility funding, reducing the local cost burden.
Water Sector Cybersecurity Program Implementation
Critical Infrastructure Security · Compliance & Risk Management
High Priority
About this project
This water authority operates without identified cybersecurity tools, creating measurable exposure for a critical infrastructure system serving the public. State cybersecurity grant program deadlines add a compliance and funding urgency that elevates near-term operational risk.
The opportunity
Active state grant deadlines create a defined funding window to address water-sector cybersecurity gaps with reduced local cost burden. Acting within the current cycle supports regulatory alignment, protects essential services, and reduces the authority's infrastructure risk profile.
State cybersecurity grant program
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