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Fleet Safety & Telematics Modernization After Critical Asset Loss
Fleet Management · Public Works Safety
High Priority
About this project
A DPW garage fire, likely caused by a vehicle electrical issue, destroyed fleet assets and disrupted public works operations. With no telematics solution in place and fleet compliance status unavailable, the village faces compounding operational and liability risk as new vehicle acquisitions move forward.
The opportunity
Capital budget signals are strong, with approximately $80K projected for DPW equipment, and cooperative purchasing vehicles are available to streamline procurement. Acting within the current fiscal cycle enables the village to protect new assets, reduce future loss exposure, and align with grant opportunities supporting fleet and public safety infrastructure.
COPS TEP
Discuss this project →Emergency Operations Plan & Preparedness Gap Remediation
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The village has significant emergency preparedness deficiencies, including no publicly available Emergency Operations Plan, no identified mass notification capability, and no documented preparedness exercises. These gaps elevate operational and compliance risk for residents and staff, particularly as EOP lifecycle tracking is an explicitly identified compliance mandate.
The opportunity
Grant programs including BRIC and HSGP offer aligned funding pathways for emergency management initiatives, reducing the local fiscal burden. New village leadership in early 2026 creates a timely window to advance planning, close compliance gaps, and establish a resilient preparedness posture before the next budget cycle.
Modernize Endpoint & IT Management Infrastructure
IT Modernization · Cybersecurity & Endpoint Management
High Priority
About this project
The village lacks enterprise-grade endpoint management, with a documented mix of personal and official accounts creating security and data governance risks. The current IT and software contract is in its final year, making an imminent vendor re-evaluation both necessary and time-sensitive.
The opportunity
An expiring contract and active budget cycle create a near-term procurement window aligned with the upcoming fiscal year. Cooperative purchasing vehicles are available to streamline acquisition, reduce administrative burden, and ensure responsible stewardship of public funds.
COPS TEP
Discuss this project →Strengthen Credential Security and Access Controls
Cybersecurity · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
The village lacks an enterprise password management solution, with a documented mix of personal and official accounts creating latent security vulnerabilities. Without foundational access controls, public systems and sensitive data remain exposed to credential-based threats and unauthorized access.
The opportunity
An expiring IT vendor contract and new village leadership create a timely opening to establish credential security before risks compound. Cooperative procurement vehicles are available to streamline acquisition, and this initiative aligns well with the current fiscal planning cycle.
COPS TEP
Discuss this project →Close Web Accessibility Gaps for Equitable Digital Access
Digital Accessibility · Regulatory Compliance
High Priority
About this project
The village's public-facing digital properties show WCAG 2.1 compliance gaps, limiting equitable access to services for residents and creating legal exposure under federal accessibility mandates. Without remediation, the village risks complaints, litigation, and continued exclusion of residents with disabilities.
The opportunity
New village leadership and an active budget cycle create a practical opening to address incremental digital improvements alongside capital priorities. Accessibility remediation is often eligible for CDBG and state digital equity funding, reducing the local cost burden while advancing compliance and resident service equity.