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Emergency Notification & Operations Plan Modernization
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
Smith County faces documented emergency preparedness gaps, including an IPAWS mass-notification failure that impacted over 9,200 residents, a fragmented dual-platform notification ecosystem, an aging Emergency Operations Plan, and no dedicated Emergency Management Coordinator. These gaps elevate operational, public accountability, and compliance risk.
The opportunity
The FY2027 budget hearing on September 15, 2026 creates an immediate procurement window, and the BJA FY 2026 JAG grant (up to $4.9M, deadline October 9, 2026) explicitly covers emergency management technology improvements. Acting now reduces resident risk, addresses EOP review mandates, and leverages available federal funding.
BJA FY 2026 JAG Program
Discuss this project →Web & Digital Accessibility Compliance Modernization
ADA Compliance · Digital Services Modernization
High Priority
About this project
The county faces a legally binding April 26, 2027 deadline to meet Title II ADA web and mobile accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1 Level AA), compounded by a prior DOJ settlement that elevates legal and reputational exposure. An active digital-services modernization initiative is underway, but gaps in accessibility compliance remain an operational and civil-rights risk for residents.
The opportunity
The FY2027 budget hearing on September 15, 2026 creates an immediate planning window, and proposed property-tax revenue growth signals available investment capacity. Acting now allows the county to meet the firm 2027 deadline, reduce legal liability, and leverage cooperative contracts to streamline procurement.
Fleet Safety Modernization Through Telematics
Fleet Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The county faces recurring fleet collisions, a March 2025 total loss incident, and sharply rising risk-pool insurance costs exceeding $110k annually. An existing Accident Review Board signals safety program intent, but continued incidents indicate a critical gap in real-time driver monitoring and coaching.
The opportunity
A state grant supporting Sheriff's Office vehicle components and potential FY27 budget flexibility from road project underruns create a near-term funding pathway. Acting now reduces insurance liability, improves driver safety outcomes, and aligns with cooperative purchasing vehicles already in place for faster procurement.
State vehicle components grant
Discuss this project →Countywide Cybersecurity and Endpoint Management Modernization
Cybersecurity · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
A countywide IT modernization program is actively underway, with identified gaps in password security, MFA enforcement, and endpoint management integration across existing cloud and network monitoring infrastructure. Reliance on a legacy credential management tool and fragmented endpoint visibility elevates operational and cyber risk for county staff and the residents they serve.
The opportunity
The BJA FY 2026 JAG grant (up to $4.9M, deadline October 9, 2026) explicitly covers cybersecurity technology improvements, offering a near-term funding path aligned with the county's active modernization priorities. Acting within the current fiscal cycle positions the county to close security gaps, strengthen continuity planning, and demonstrate responsible stewardship of public infrastructure.
BJA FY 2026 JAG Program
Discuss this project →Body-Worn Camera Fleet Replacement and Modernization
Public Safety · Law Enforcement Technology
High Priority
About this project
The Sheriff's Office has identified body-worn camera replacement as a top strategic priority with funding already allocated, as part of a broader public-safety systems modernization effort. Aging camera hardware creates evidentiary, liability, and officer-accountability risks that directly affect public trust and operational readiness.
The opportunity
Funding is confirmed and procurement readiness is high, making the current fiscal cycle the optimal window to act. Cooperative purchasing agreements are in place to streamline acquisition, reduce administrative burden, and accelerate deployment without a full formal bid process.