Active Projects
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Fire/EMS Notification System Upgrade
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The 911 Director is actively seeking to upgrade the Fire/EMS notification system, a critical gap exposed by recent flooding events and declared emergencies. NIMS compliance mandates and an unknown EOP status compound operational and regulatory risk for the county.
The opportunity
The FY2026 Homeland Security Grant Program offers a direct funding path for notification and preparedness improvements, with budget preparation for 2026–27 and a November millage renewal creating a near-term window for action. Addressing this now reduces compliance exposure and strengthens emergency response for residents and first responders.
NIMS Compliance & Emergency Operations Plan Review
Emergency Management · Regulatory Compliance
High Priority
About this project
An explicit NIMS implementation mandate and overdue EOP review create direct exposure to federal funding loss and increased liability. With EOP status currently unknown and a newly appointed Emergency Management Coordinator, the readiness gap presents both compliance risk and a timely window for action.
The opportunity
The Fiscal Year 2026 Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) offers a clear funding path aligned with this project, and an updated Hazard Mitigation Plan reinforces strategic readiness. Acting now positions the township to close compliance gaps, protect federal funding eligibility, and strengthen regional emergency coordination ahead of the 2026–27 budget cycle.
Manistee Regional Fire Initiative: Apparatus & Resource Modernization
Emergency Management · Fleet & Apparatus Modernization
High Priority
About this project
The Manistee Regional Fire Initiative is a high-urgency, regional priority focused on apparatus modernization and shared emergency resources, with a $20,000 master plan contract already authorized. Gaps in Fire/EMS notification systems, unknown EOP status, and NIMS compliance mandates elevate operational and federal funding risk for the region.
The opportunity
Active grant applications, an authorized master plan, and alignment with the FY2026 Homeland Security Grant Program create a near-term window to advance capital investment with limited local match. Acting now supports NIMS compliance, strengthens regional response capacity, and positions the initiative ahead of the 2026–27 budget cycle.
Fleet Telematics & Vehicle Safety Modernization
Fleet Safety · Emergency Services
High Priority
About this project
This rural fire department currently lacks dashcam and telematics capabilities, creating measurable gaps in driver behavior monitoring, incident documentation, and liability protection for emergency response vehicles. Without visibility into fleet operations, the department faces elevated safety and risk exposure under high-stakes conditions.
The opportunity
Active 2026–27 budget planning and the department's ongoing apparatus modernization initiative create a well-timed window to address fleet safety gaps. Fleet telematics may be eligible for grant funding, and aligning this investment with current fiscal planning supports both operational readiness and responsible stewardship of public resources.
Endpoint Security and Identity Protection Modernization
IT Modernization · Cybersecurity
High Priority
About this project
The township's IT Committee has identified active gaps in endpoint management and credential/identity security across departments, including Sheriff and 9-1-1/Central Dispatch, against a backdrop of over $582,000 in annual IT spend. Unaddressed vulnerabilities in these areas elevate operational and data security risk for critical public safety infrastructure.
The opportunity
The FY 2026 Homeland Security Grant Program explicitly supports endpoint management and security initiatives, providing a near-term funding path aligned with active IT Committee priorities. Acting within the current budget planning cycle positions the township to close security gaps, reduce compliance exposure, and protect essential public safety operations.