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Emergency Operations Plan Development and Compliance Readiness
Emergency Management · Compliance & Risk Mitigation
High Priority
About this project
The authority lacks a publicly available Emergency Operations Plan, documented exercises, and a designated Emergency Management coordinator, creating significant operational and compliance exposure. Regional disaster planning mandates and After-Action Review policy requirements remain unmet, elevating risk to continuity of public services.
The opportunity
Multiple FEMA grant programs are currently available to fund EOP development and preparedness initiatives, with a 90-day action window identified as critical for alignment with compliance mandates. Addressing these gaps now reduces organizational liability, strengthens regional coordination, and positions the authority for eligible federal reimbursement.
FEMA HSGP
Discuss this project →Mass Notification System Modernization
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
Current mass notification capability is limited to SMS opt-in alerts for transfer station closures, leaving a critical gap in public and staff communication during emergencies. This deficiency undermines coordinated incident response, regional disaster planning compliance, and timely community notification.
The opportunity
FEMA grant programs, including hazard preparedness and mitigation funding streams, are directly applicable to this modernization effort and can significantly reduce local cost burden. Acting within the current grant cycle advances emergency preparedness compliance mandates, strengthens regional coordination, and reduces operational and public safety risk.
FEMA HSGP
Discuss this project →Regional Disaster Debris Management Plan & AAR Policy Adoption
Emergency Management · Regulatory Compliance
High Priority
About this project
The authority lacks documented regional Disaster Debris Management and After-Action Review policies, creating measurable regulatory and operational exposure. Without these foundational plans, the agency risks non-compliance with emergency management mandates and reduced coordination capacity during disaster response.
The opportunity
FEMA grant programs—including HSGP, EMPG, and BRIC—offer direct funding paths for this initiative, reducing local budget burden. Acting within the current grant cycle closes critical compliance gaps, strengthens regional coordination, and positions the authority for improved disaster response outcomes.
FEMA HSGP
Discuss this project →Fleet Safety and Cost Control Modernization
Fleet Management · Public Works Operations
High Priority
About this project
A recorded fleet accident, insurance costs running at over 231% of annual budget, and a Safety Urgency Score of 3 signal critical fleet safety and financial risk. Limited fleet reporting creates a data visibility gap that undermines operational decision-making and cost accountability.
The opportunity
Active capital investment in fleet-related infrastructure and a proposed FY2027 budget increase create a timely window to address safety and cost drivers. Cooperative purchasing contracts are confirmed available, enabling faster, compliant procurement aligned with current fiscal planning cycles.
Edward Byrne Memorial JAG
Discuss this project →IT Infrastructure Modernization and Consolidation
IT Modernization · Cybersecurity & Endpoint Management
High Priority
About this project
The authority's IT environment relies on fragmented legacy contracts for endpoint and infrastructure tools dating to 2016–2017, creating measurable gaps in security posture, vendor supportability, and operational efficiency. Without consolidation, aging systems increase exposure to service disruption and compliance risk across public-facing operations.
The opportunity
Oakland County's proposed 5.9% FY2027 budget increase and confirmed access to cooperative procurement contracts create a timely, cost-effective path to modernization. Advancing this project within the current fiscal planning cycle reduces operational risk and maximizes the value of available public funds.
Sourcewell
Discuss this project →Web Accessibility & Digital Portal Compliance
Digital Accessibility · Compliance & Legal Risk
High Priority
About this project
The authority's digital presence has identified gaps in WCAG 2.1 compliance, creating legal exposure and restricting equitable public access to services and information. Without remediation, the organization faces ongoing liability and fails residents who depend on accessible digital channels.
The opportunity
Compliance-driven procurement can be staged by severity, allowing progress within existing budget cycles without a dedicated allocation. Addressing accessibility gaps now reduces legal risk, advances digital equity, and aligns with the authority's broader IT modernization efforts heading into the upcoming fiscal cycle.