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Emergency Operations Plan & Preparedness Program
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The city lacks a publicly available Emergency Operations Plan, has experienced communications failures from a prior cyber outage, and has documented emergency siren malfunctions. These gaps elevate operational and compliance risk, particularly under NIMS mandates tied to preparedness funding eligibility.
The opportunity
EMPG and HSGP grant windows create near-term urgency to close preparedness gaps, with funding pathways that reduce local fiscal burden. Acting within the current FY2026–2027 budget and CIP cycle positions the city to achieve compliance, restore public trust, and strengthen community resilience.
Mass Notification System Modernization
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The city depends on county-level systems for emergency notifications and has experienced siren failures, leaving residents and staff without a reliable, city-controlled alerting capability. These gaps elevate operational risk and conflict with NIMS compliance requirements tied to preparedness funding eligibility.
The opportunity
Active EMPG and HSGP grant windows directly support mass notification and preparedness investments, with the current FY budget cycle creating a near-term decision point. Establishing city-controlled notification infrastructure now reduces compliance exposure, strengthens resident safety, and positions the city to capture available federal preparedness funding.
Web Accessibility & Digital Portal Compliance
Digital Accessibility · Regulatory Compliance
High Priority
About this project
The city's public-facing digital services only partially meet WCAG/ADA accessibility standards, creating legal exposure and inequitable access for residents with disabilities. Incomplete compliance leaves the municipality vulnerable to complaints, litigation, and reputational risk.
The opportunity
With a budget adoption event signaling a near-term decision window, now is the time to close compliance gaps and reduce ongoing legal risk. Completing this initiative supports equitable service delivery and aligns with the current fiscal planning cycle.
Fleet Telematics & In-Car Video Evidence Management
Public Safety Technology · Fleet & Evidence Management
High Priority
About this project
The department lacks documented on-board video and telematics evidence for patrol vehicles, creating significant liability exposure following police pursuit incidents and public scrutiny. This gap limits the ability to support investigations, defend against misconduct claims, and maintain operational accountability.
The opportunity
A recently approved in-car and body-worn camera investment signals active public safety technology momentum and leadership readiness for complementary initiatives. The FY2026–2027 budget cycle and available COPS TEP and JAG funding pathways create a near-term window to close evidence and fleet accountability gaps.
COPS TEP
Discuss this project →Strengthen IT Governance and Cybersecurity Resilience
IT Modernization · Cybersecurity
High Priority
About this project
A vacant IT Director position and a prior cyber outage that disrupted critical city communications signal meaningful gaps in endpoint management, credential security, and IT governance. Without structured oversight, the city remains exposed to operational disruption and escalating compliance risk.
The opportunity
The FY2026–2027 budget cycle and forecasted revenue growth create a near-term window to fund IT modernization, with relevant grant opportunities potentially offsetting local costs. Incoming leadership transitions make this an ideal moment to establish durable, policy-aligned IT infrastructure that protects public services and staff.
Hazard Mitigation Plan Integration and EOP Formalization
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The city participates in the Oakland County Hazard Mitigation Plan but lacks a standalone Emergency Operations Plan, leaving critical preparedness gaps unaddressed. Documented failures in emergency warning systems and communication vulnerabilities elevate operational and NIMS compliance risk for residents and staff.
The opportunity
EMPG and HSGP grant windows directly support hazard mitigation and EOP development, with NIMS compliance tied to ongoing funding eligibility. The city's FY2026–2027 budget cycle creates a near-term decision window to formalize local preparedness and reduce operational and liability exposure.