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Emergency Operations Plan & Preparedness Program
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The Village lacks a publicly posted Emergency Operations Plan, a mass alert system, and a designated Emergency Management Coordinator — creating significant gaps against Michigan EOP and NIMS mandates. Without remediation, the Village faces compliance consequences and reduced capacity to protect residents during emergencies.
The opportunity
Multiple federal and state grant programs — including HSGP, BRIC, JAG, and COPS TEP — offer viable funding paths for emergency preparedness initiatives. The recently adopted FY26-27 budget and upcoming council meetings create favorable timing to advance this project within the current planning cycle.
Web Accessibility & WCAG 2.1 Compliance Remediation
Digital Accessibility · ADA Compliance
High Priority
About this project
The Village's website has been identified as non-compliant with WCAG 2.1 standards, a federal ADA requirement, creating direct legal exposure. Built on a basic platform with limited accessibility features, the current site risks excluding residents with disabilities from essential public services.
The opportunity
Federal ADA mandates leave no discretionary timeline for delay, and the recently adopted FY26-27 budget cycle presents a near-term funding window. Remediating now reduces legal liability, improves equitable service delivery, and positions the Village ahead of enforcement risk.
Fleet Safety & Maintenance Modernization
Fleet Management · Public Works Operations
High Priority
About this project
The department faces unresolved fleet safety concerns, a potential gap in maintenance funding, and no documented safety technology program. With significant FY26-27 allocations to streets and DPW equipment, the absence of a structured fleet management approach creates operational and liability risk.
The opportunity
Active street and DPW infrastructure funding in the current budget cycle creates direct alignment for fleet management investment, with grant programs offering potential cost offsets. Acting within this fiscal window positions the department to reduce risk, improve accountability, and maximize existing appropriations.
Strengthening Municipal Cybersecurity Readiness
Cybersecurity · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
The village lacks confirmed IT budget allocations, documented cybersecurity initiatives, or identifiable spend data, creating difficulty in assessing baseline security posture. Without visibility into existing controls or mandates, operational systems and public data remain at potential risk.
The opportunity
The recently adopted FY26–27 budget presents a near-term planning window to establish cybersecurity priorities before gaps become liabilities. Grant-eligible pathways may offset costs, and early action supports long-term operational resilience and public trust.