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Emergency Operations Plan & Mass Notification Readiness
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The Village lacks a current Emergency Operations Plan, has no dedicated Emergency Management Coordinator, and relies on county-level communication rather than a local mass notification solution. These gaps create measurable compliance and operational risk under Michigan Publication 201 requirements and NIMS implementation mandates.
The opportunity
Multiple active grant paths support emergency management and mass notification initiatives, and Michigan EOP review cycles create a near-term compliance deadline. Coordinating this effort now aligns with the new police station construction and a pending 911 CAD system MOU, maximizing the impact of already-approved public investments.
New Police Station Construction and Technology Integration
Public Safety Infrastructure · Emergency Management
High Priority
About this project
The Village has a budget-approved initiative to construct a new police station in partnership with a neighboring jurisdiction as a shared services facility, creating a greenfield opportunity to build integrated communications, emergency management, and operational technology from the ground up. Without a current Emergency Operations Plan or dedicated EM coordinator, the facility must be designed to close critical preparedness gaps and meet Michigan EOP review and NIMS compliance requirements.
The opportunity
A voter-approved $610,000 millage increase has already been allocated, making this an active capital project with near-term procurement timelines. Multiple grant programs support emergency management and public safety technology with favorable local match requirements, and the shared services model amplifies the return on any infrastructure investment across both jurisdictions.
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Discuss this project →Fleet Telematics & Transportation Safety Modernization
Fleet Management · Public Works Safety
High Priority
About this project
The Village operates leased golf carts and DPW vehicles without telematics or dash-cam coverage, leaving the municipality exposed to unmonitored liability, safety incidents, and unplanned maintenance costs. The absence of fleet visibility tools creates measurable operational and financial risk for a small public entity with limited reserves.
The opportunity
Road and street funds already budgeted for fleet-related needs, and secondary grant sources such as JAG and HSGP may offset solution costs with limited local match required. A newly appointed DPW Superintendent and active capital planning cycle make this an ideal moment to establish fleet oversight and reduce municipal liability exposure.
Privileged Access & Credential Security Modernization
Cybersecurity · IT Governance
High Priority
About this project
The Village's recently approved Employee IT Policy has surfaced fragmented password and access management practices, while an extremely limited IT spend signals minimal existing security controls. A recent audit citing deficiencies confirms that privileged credentials and access points remain inadequately protected, elevating organizational risk.
The opportunity
Active IT governance momentum—including a new IT policy and recent hardware procurement—creates a natural entry point to formalize access controls within the current budget cycle. Addressing these audit-identified gaps now reduces compliance exposure and strengthens the security posture of public systems and staff data.
MiDEAL
Discuss this project →Website Accessibility & Digital Document Compliance
Digital Accessibility · Regulatory Compliance
High Priority
About this project
The Village's website contains identified accessibility gaps, including PDF-heavy content that does not meet recognized accessibility standards, limiting equitable public access to government information. While no hard compliance deadline is currently cited, the initiative is publicly listed as an active strategic priority, creating legal exposure and reputational risk.
The opportunity
Addressing accessibility now reduces legal liability and demonstrates proactive stewardship of public trust ahead of potential enforcement or audit scrutiny. Procurement may be streamlined through cooperative purchasing vehicles, lowering administrative burden and supporting timely execution within the current planning cycle.
MiDEAL
Discuss this project →IT Infrastructure Modernization and Audit Remediation
IT Modernization · Operational Compliance
High Priority
About this project
The Village's minimal annual IT spend and recent audit citing operational deficiencies signal foundational gaps in IT management and infrastructure. Ongoing water system upgrades tied to state environmental compliance (EGLE) may further strain monitoring and communication capabilities without structured investment.
The opportunity
A recently approved millage increase has meaningfully expanded capital budget capacity, and active multi-department planning creates a timely window to address audit findings and establish durable IT infrastructure. This project aligns with the current fiscal cycle and may be eligible for cooperative purchasing programs that streamline procurement.
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