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Emergency Operations Plan Development for Fire Service Transition
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The Township lacks a publicly available Emergency Operations Plan and a township-run mass notification system, creating significant compliance and operational risk. The April 2026 transition away from the South Kalamazoo County Fire Authority heightens urgency to formalize emergency management procedures before independent fire services launch.
The opportunity
Dedicated funds of $600,000 and active HSGP and BRIC grant windows with 2026 deadlines provide a strong, time-sensitive funding pathway for this initiative. Acting now ensures compliance, reduces transition risk, and positions the Township to protect residents with a fully operational emergency management framework.
Mass Notification System for Independent Fire Services Launch
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The Township currently operates without a township-run mass notification system, leaving residents and staff without a reliable emergency alert channel. Withdrawal from a shared regional fire authority removes existing notification infrastructure, creating a critical gap ahead of the April 2026 independent fire services launch.
The opportunity
The April 2026 operational deadline creates a near-term, time-sensitive procurement window. Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) funding explicitly covers alert and 911 systems, offering a strong, low-local-match funding path aligned with the current grant cycle and fiscal planning.
Web Accessibility & Digital Portal Compliance
Digital Accessibility · Regulatory Compliance
High Priority
About this project
The Township's public-facing website and digital documents have identified WCAG/ADA compliance gaps, creating legal exposure and barriers to resident access. PDF governance and document accessibility deficiencies in public notices compound the risk of non-compliance and inequitable service delivery.
The opportunity
Compliance mandates carry moderate-to-high urgency, and the project's contained scope may fall within informal procurement thresholds, enabling faster action. Remediating accessibility gaps now reduces legal liability, broadens public access to Township services, and aligns with the current fiscal planning cycle.
Fleet Telematics & Transportation Safety Readiness
Fleet Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
A reported school bus incident has surfaced questions about fleet oversight, though vehicle ownership and liability exposure remain unconfirmed. Potential new vehicle purchases tied to the Township's fire station buildout may create an indirect entry point for fleet monitoring and safety accountability.
The opportunity
Upcoming vehicle procurement tied to capital infrastructure planning offers a natural window to evaluate fleet telematics alongside broader public safety investments. Addressing fleet visibility now supports operational accountability and aligns with the Township's active expansion of emergency services capacity.
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