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Regional Mass Notification & Alerting Network Modernization
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
SETRPC's Southeast Texas Alerting Network relies on resident self-registration, limiting coverage reach during emergencies, and faces a contract renewal deadline in September 2026. Staffing constraints compound existing gaps in emergency management operations, increasing risk to regional public safety and NIMS compliance.
The opportunity
The September 2026 renewal deadline creates an immediate window to modernize alerting capabilities, supported by a significant FY2027 Homeland Security budget increase and over $1.2M in prior-year technology spend. Acting within the current fiscal cycle aligns procurement with available funding and strengthens regional emergency preparedness outcomes.
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Discuss this project →Regional Interoperable Communications Modernization
Emergency Management · Homeland Security
High Priority
About this project
The region faces critical gaps in interoperable communications infrastructure, with known limitations in mass-notification reach and emergency alerting resilience. These gaps, compounded by recent severe weather declarations and NIMS compliance requirements, elevate operational and public safety risk across the region.
The opportunity
This initiative is fully funded and rated highest urgency, with FY2027 Homeland Security budget increases providing additional near-term capacity. Acting now strengthens regional communications continuity, supports compliance with emergency management mandates, and reduces risk to residents during declared disasters.
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Discuss this project →Emergency Operations Plan & Preparedness Gap Remediation
Emergency Management · Homeland Security
High Priority
About this project
The organization's Emergency Operations Plan is unverifiable in age and reflects critical preparedness gaps, including limited staffing and reliance on voluntary resident registration for mass-notification alerts. Recent severe weather declarations and an active NIMS-aligned compliance mandate elevate both operational and regulatory risk.
The opportunity
FY2027 Homeland Security funding has increased significantly, and existing technology subcontractor spend provides a viable path to remediation within current budget cycles. Addressing these gaps now reduces disaster-response liability, advances NIMS compliance, and strengthens regional public safety outcomes ahead of the next severe weather season.
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Discuss this project →Fleet Telematics & Transportation Safety Modernization
Fleet Safety · Transportation Risk Management
High Priority
About this project
SETRPC's 33-vehicle contractor-operated fleet currently lacks dash cameras and real-time telematics, creating significant liability exposure underscored by a historical bus lawsuit. The absence of vehicle monitoring represents a material gap in operational safety, risk management, and public accountability.
The opportunity
Federal grant programs—including transit-focused funding streams—are directly applicable to fleet safety and telematics, and $2.3M in TxDOT transit awards in the FY2027 budget signals strong momentum. Acting within the current grant window reduces liability exposure and advances a funded strategic initiative already identified by the agency.
ICAM Pilot Program
Discuss this project →Web Accessibility & Digital Compliance Remediation
Digital Accessibility · Regulatory Compliance
High Priority
About this project
SETRPC faces a federal mandate requiring WCAG 2.1 Level AA web accessibility compliance by April 2028, with no confirmed solution currently in place. This gap creates legal exposure and limits equitable access to public-facing digital services for residents.
The opportunity
The April 2028 federal deadline is fixed, making near-term planning and procurement essential to avoid legal risk and service disruption. Initiating this project now allows time for phased implementation, budget alignment, and exploration of eligible funding pathways ahead of the fiscal cycle.