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Emergency Operations Plan & Mass Notification Modernization
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
Norwich Township lacks a publicly available Emergency Operations Plan, has experienced a mass-notification false alert, and relies on county-level systems for emergency communications. NIMS compliance is required for federal funding eligibility, and an overdue EOP review cycle elevates both safety and compliance exposure.
The opportunity
The FY2026 Homeland Security Grant Program directly supports emergency communications and equipment, offering a strong funding pathway with alignment to the Missaukee County Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan. Acting within the current grant cycle addresses critical compliance gaps, strengthens resident safety, and positions the township for continued federal funding eligibility.
FY2026 HSGP
Discuss this project →Web Accessibility & ADA Compliance for Township Digital Presence
Web Accessibility · Digital Equity
High Priority
About this project
The township currently lacks an active public website, creating a critical gap in service delivery and public communication while exposing the entity to legal and reputational risk. A hard WCAG 2.1 / ADA compliance deadline of April 24, 2026 makes immediate action necessary to avoid regulatory liability.
The opportunity
With a firm compliance deadline less than a year away and no active digital presence in place, the window for planning, procurement, and implementation is narrow. Cooperative purchasing programs available to Michigan townships offer an expedited, cost-effective path to procurement, and state revenue-sharing funds may support prioritization within the current budget cycle.
MiDEAL
Discuss this project →Fleet Vehicle Safety Monitoring Gap Assessment
Fleet Management · Public Works Safety
High Priority
About this project
Norwich Township has no documented safety technology in use across its emergency response and road maintenance fleet, creating an unmonitored operational risk. While not immediately urgent, the absence of fleet safety oversight leaves the township without visibility into vehicle incidents, driver behavior, or liability exposure.
The opportunity
As the township evaluates priorities in the upcoming fiscal cycle, fleet safety technology may be procured through cooperative purchasing programs, reducing administrative burden and cost. Addressing this gap proactively supports long-term operational continuity and public works accountability before an incident creates reactive pressure.
MiDEAL
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