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Ameranick staff proposes consolidating alert systems and restarting subscriber sign-ups
Summary
Staff recommended consolidating at least two alert/notification systems into one platform, wiping old subscriber lists and asking residents to re-subscribe; the staff estimate the change would improve training and save money and would roll out next year if approved.
Village staff presented a plan to consolidate the village's alert and notification systems into a single platform, saying the move would simplify training and reduce costs.
A staff member said the village currently uses at least two notification systems — one used by police and another used by other departments — and the project team reviewed several options. The recommendation is to consolidate onto one platform, create a new subscriber database and require residents and stakeholders to resubscribe. Staff said moving to one system would allow standardized training and that implementation could occur next year if the board approves the purchase.
Trustees did not vote on the item at the meeting but placed the topic on the agenda for a future legislative meeting where staff will bring the recommendation and more detailed implementation materials.
What happens next: Staff will prepare a final recommendation and implementation plan for board consideration, including timelines for wiping legacy data and reopening subscription enrollment.
