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Emergency Operations Plan & Notification System Modernization
Emergency Management · Compliance & NIMS Mandates
High Priority
About this project
The authority lacks an agency-level Emergency Operations Plan, relies on county-wide notification without authority-specific SOPs, and has no documented after-action reviews following recent severe flooding events. These gaps create critical compliance exposure under Michigan EOP review requirements and NIMS implementation mandates, with direct consequences for operational continuity and public safety.
The opportunity
Recent federal disaster declarations for flooding in Iron County have elevated funding eligibility, with multiple FEMA grant programs explicitly aligned to EOP development and notification system improvements. Acting within the current 90-day window positions the authority to close compliance gaps, strengthen hazard response, and secure available federal funding before the cycle closes.
Fleet Telematics & Vehicle Safety Modernization
Fleet Management · Public Works Safety
High Priority
About this project
The authority operates a vehicle fleet serving critical water and sewer infrastructure without deployed telematics or dash cameras, creating a moderate but addressable safety and operational visibility gap. Without real-time fleet data, incident response, driver accountability, and asset oversight remain limited for staff and the communities served.
The opportunity
Active capital infrastructure projects and noted fleet expansion create a timely, natural entry point for telematics adoption. Cooperative procurement vehicles may reduce barriers to acquisition, and alignment with the current fiscal cycle supports a cost-effective, phased deployment that improves operational oversight and staff safety.
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Discuss this project →Cybersecurity Modernization and Managed IT Security
IT Modernization · Cybersecurity
High Priority
About this project
An active IT security initiative is underway with confirmed interest in securing devices, systems, and infrastructure, currently in the funding-identification phase. Recent technology investments — including a server upgrade and camera installation — signal ongoing modernization, but gaps in cybersecurity coverage elevate operational and data risk.
The opportunity
A recent managed IT services contract renewal and approved IT procurements create an active decision window aligned with the current budget cycle. Addressing cybersecurity gaps now supports operational continuity, reduces breach risk, and positions the authority to leverage cooperative procurement vehicles for cost-effective acquisition.
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Discuss this project →Mass Notification System Consolidation
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
Fragmented mass notification systems across jurisdictions, with no authority-specific SOPs, limit coordinated emergency response. Recent flooding events have exposed critical communication gaps, and Michigan EOP and NIMS compliance mandates remain unmet, elevating operational and public safety risk.
The opportunity
Recent federal disaster declarations may unlock FEMA grant funding (HSGP, BRIC, EMPG) to support consolidation and EOP compliance efforts. Acting within the current grant window reduces risk, strengthens coordinated response capability, and aligns with upcoming fiscal planning cycles.