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Credential & Identity Security for Financial Systems
Cybersecurity · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
A November 2025 audit uncovered major financial record deficiencies, and active email login issues expose the township's cloud-based financial systems to unauthorized access. Without credential and identity controls, operational continuity and public financial data remain at significant risk.
The opportunity
The township board is actively following up on audit findings, creating immediate pressure to act within the current fiscal cycle. Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) funding is available to support cybersecurity procurement, and cooperative purchasing agreements enable a streamlined, cost-effective path forward.
IT Infrastructure Modernization & Managed Services
IT Modernization · Cybersecurity Compliance
High Priority
About this project
The township's annual IT and software spend of $6,395 reflects a critical gap in infrastructure support and system oversight. A 2025 audit flagged financial record deficiencies and recommended new accounting software, with the board actively following up—elevating pressure for broader IT improvements and cybersecurity controls.
The opportunity
Audit findings and active board follow-up create a near-term window to address IT support gaps before the next fiscal cycle. HSGP grant funding offers a viable pathway for cybersecurity-related investments, reducing the burden on a constrained local budget while advancing compliance and operational resilience.
Close Emergency Preparedness Gaps with Funded Planning
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The township lacks a public Emergency Operations Plan, documented preparedness exercises, and clear local ownership of emergency management functions. While mass notification is in place, comprehensive planning and coordinated response capabilities remain absent, elevating risk to residents and first responders.
The opportunity
A newly appointed county-level Emergency Management Coordinator signals regional momentum, and confirmed FEMA AFG, HSGP, and BRIC funding provides a well-defined pathway to address gaps with limited local match. Acting within the current grant cycle aligns investment with available funding and strengthens community resilience before the next emergency event.
FEMA AFG
Discuss this project →ADA Web Accessibility Compliance by June 2026
Digital Accessibility · Regulatory Compliance
High Priority
About this project
The township faces a confirmed ADA website accessibility mandate with a hard compliance deadline of June 10, 2026. Current gaps in the third-party-managed site create legal exposure and barriers to equitable public service delivery for residents.
The opportunity
The June 2026 deadline makes action urgent, and existing budget line items for website and email management provide a ready funding pathway. Cooperative purchasing agreements can accelerate procurement, reducing timeline risk and ensuring compliance is met without delay.
MITN Purchasing Cooperative
Discuss this project →Fire Operations Safety & Risk Cost Reduction
Public Safety · Emergency Management
High Priority
About this project
Hamlin Township faces rising workers' compensation costs from a firefighter injury and increasing fire operations insurance premiums, signaling an underlying gap in operational safety and risk management. Without proactive mitigation, these cost pressures will continue to strain an already deficit-challenged budget and expose the township to further liability.
The opportunity
A confirmed FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant ($245,000) provides a direct funding pathway to address fire operations safety gaps within the current budget cycle. Acting now reduces insurance and compensation cost exposure while strengthening firefighter safety and long-term fiscal stewardship of public funds.
FEMA AFG
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