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Emergency Operations Plan Development and Local Preparedness Gap Closure
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The Village lacks a published local EOP and relies solely on county-level mass notification, creating critical preparedness gaps. NIMS compliance mandates and an overdue EOP review cycle elevate operational and regulatory risk for residents and staff.
The opportunity
A new Emergency Management Coordinator signals leadership readiness to act, and participation in the Barry County Hazard Mitigation Plan creates near-term momentum. JAG program funding offers a viable match pathway, and cooperative procurement vehicles provide an accessible, compliant path to award.
Local Mass Notification System Modernization
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The Village relies on a county-administered mass notification system, reducing local control over resident and staff communications during emergencies. The Barry County Hazard Mitigation Plan identifies improved notification as a strategic priority, and NIMS compliance and EOP review cycles create active mandates for action.
The opportunity
A recent leadership transition in emergency management and active compliance review cycles open a near-term window to advance locally controlled notification capabilities. This project aligns with the Hazard Mitigation Plan, supports NIMS obligations, and may be eligible for grant funding through existing public safety programs.
Document & PDF Accessibility Compliance Modernization
Digital Accessibility · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
The Village operates a fragmented document ecosystem with potential accessibility gaps that conflict with its WCAG 2.1 AA compliance commitment under the DDA. Without remediation, public-facing documents risk excluding residents with disabilities and exposing the Village to compliance liability.
The opportunity
The DDA's WCAG 2.1 AA mandate creates a defined compliance target, and the Capital Improvement Plan's technology budget lines signal near-term procurement readiness. Addressing document accessibility now consolidates a split ecosystem, reduces legal exposure, and aligns with the current fiscal planning cycle.
NASPO ValuePoint
Discuss this project →Cybersecurity and Endpoint Protection Modernization
Cybersecurity · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
The Village's current endpoint management and security posture reflect recognized gaps, with no identified cybersecurity modernization plan despite $220,000 in annual IT spend. Without structured endpoint controls, public systems and resident data remain exposed to growing cyber threats.
The opportunity
COPS TEP and JAG grant programs provide accessible funding paths for cybersecurity initiatives, reducing local budget pressure during a period of projected state revenue decline. Aligning procurement with active grant cycles supports responsible stewardship and strengthens the Village's digital resilience.
COPS TEP
Discuss this project →Fleet Telematics & Transportation Safety Modernization
Fleet Management · Public Works Operations
High Priority
About this project
The Village currently operates its fleet without telematics or dashcam coverage, leaving claims history unknown and liability exposure unmanaged. This gap presents measurable operational and financial risk to the public works function and the residents it serves.
The opportunity
A leadership transition at the DPW creates a timely opening to establish fleet safety priorities, and cooperative purchasing agreements offer a streamlined, compliant procurement path. Acting within the current budget cycle supports cost justification and positions the Village to reduce long-term liability costs.
NASPO ValuePoint
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