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Emergency Operations Plan Modernization and Exercise Program
Emergency Management · NIMS Compliance
High Priority
About this project
The department's Emergency Operations Plan has not been updated since 2011, and there is no public record of recent exercises or After Action Reviews. These gaps create direct compliance risk under NIMS requirements, threatening eligibility for federal emergency management funding and exposing the department to operational failures during active incidents.
The opportunity
Federal grant programs including HSGP and EMPG directly fund EOP development and exercise programs, and NIMS compliance is a prerequisite for eligibility. Acting within the current fiscal cycle closes a critical preparedness gap, restores funding eligibility, and strengthens community resilience before the next emergency event.
Hazard Mitigation Plan Adoption and Emergency Preparedness Compliance
Emergency Management · Homeland Security Compliance
High Priority
About this project
The department has prioritized adoption of a Hazard Mitigation Plan as a strategic initiative, yet critical preparedness gaps remain — including an overdue Emergency Operations Plan and no documented recent exercises — elevating both compliance and operational risk. Unresolved gaps threaten eligibility for federal funding streams tied to NIMS compliance and hazard mitigation requirements.
The opportunity
This initiative is already in motion, creating a near-term window to act before grant cycles close. Homeland Security funding streams — including HSGP and EMPG — are directly aligned, reducing local budget burden. Addressing preparedness gaps now protects funding eligibility, strengthens community resilience, and resolves overdue compliance obligations.
Mass Notification System Modernization
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The department's current mass notification platform shows gaps in integration and capability against growing emergency preparedness requirements, including an overdue Emergency Operations Plan and unmet NIMS compliance tied to funding eligibility. These deficiencies elevate operational and public safety risk for residents and staff.
The opportunity
Homeland Security and Emergency Management Performance grant programs provide viable funding pathways, and the upcoming fiscal cycle creates a timely window to act. Modernizing notification capabilities now directly supports compliance, strengthens community resilience, and protects continued access to federal preparedness funding.
Fleet Telematics & Transportation Safety Modernization
Fleet Safety · Public Works Operations
High Priority
About this project
The department currently lacks a fleet telematics solution and has experienced a recent accident, with insurance costs running 131% over budget. A new regional fire station initiative further expands fleet size and operational risk exposure.
The opportunity
A proposed 5.9% FY2027 budget increase and active capital project activity signal available funding capacity to address this gap. Acting now reduces unbudgeted insurance liability, improves driver accountability, and supports expanded fleet demands from ongoing infrastructure growth.
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Discuss this project →Web Accessibility & Digital Portal Compliance
Web Accessibility · Digital Compliance
High Priority
About this project
Public-facing digital portals have identified gaps against WCAG standards, creating legal exposure and limiting equitable access for residents with disabilities. A stated departmental compliance goal signals urgency, but unresolved gaps leave the entity vulnerable to accessibility complaints and potential litigation.
The opportunity
Addressing WCAG compliance aligns with the current fiscal planning cycle and may be eligible for state or federal digital equity funding. Acting now reduces legal risk, advances equitable service delivery, and positions the department to meet accessibility mandates before enforcement escalates.
Sourcewell
Discuss this project →Enterprise Password & Identity Access Management Modernization
Cybersecurity · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
The department lacks an enterprise password management solution, relying only on a basic password complexity mandate with no centralized identity controls. With Microsoft 365 already in use, the absence of integrated access management creates measurable security exposure across systems and staff.
The opportunity
The Edward Byrne Memorial JAG grant provides a defined funding pathway for cybersecurity investments, and a proposed FY2027 budget increase signals capacity for new initiatives. Addressing this gap now reduces breach risk, supports compliance posture, and aligns with cooperative procurement options that streamline acquisition.
Edward Byrne Memorial JAG
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