Safe and Supported at Eagle Village

For more than five decades, Eagle Village has been a place where young people can grow, learn, and thrive. Nestled on a beautiful 681-acre campus in Michigan, the organization offers a variety of programs designed to support kids and teens as they build brighter futures. With a caring staff and a strong sense of community, Eagle Village is dedicated to making a positive difference for youth from all across the state.

• Installation Without Disruption
• 681 Acres & 50 Buildings
• 70 Card Readers Installed
• Doors.NET & Authentic Mercury
• Warm Hospitality and a Shared Mission
• Seamless Software Integration With Kronus

The Goal

With 50 buildings spread across a large property, Eagle Village needed a reliable, secure, and easy-to-manage access control system. The goal was to enhance safety for everyone on campus while making sure that day-to-day activities for the kids and staff could continue smoothly.

The Solution

Eagle Village partnered with Jimmy Mayer Lock and Repair to install a comprehensive access control system, utilising Mercury MP1502 panels and MR52 interface boards, all neatly housed in Altronix Trove enclosures. The installation included 70 card readers placed throughout the Eagle Village Center to manage entry and keep the campus secure.

Jimmy Mayer’s own grandkids even got involved—helping mount the troves and install the boards. It was a fun and meaningful way to bring the next generation into the project!

To manage the system, Eagle Village chose Doors.NET software due to its user-friendly features and seamless integration with their existing Kronus software. This made managing access and tracking users efficient and straightforward.

Training with a Personal Touch

During the installation, Keri Systems Sean Leggott and Jeff McCormick were welcomed with open arms. Eagle Village staff made sure they were comfortable by providing a cozy cabin to stay in and serving up delicious breakfasts and lunches. The experience was more than just a training—it felt like being part of a family.

Sean Leggott shared:
“I’ve never been around a group of people so passionate about helping kids. They made sure everything we did supported the mission and didn’t interrupt the care and attention the kids were receiving. Their commitment to safety and community really stood out.”

The Results

• 70 Card Readers installed for secure and efficient access
• Doors.NET Software Deployed
• Smooth Software Integration with existing systems
• Hands-On Installation with help from the community
• Warm Hospitality and a shared mission
• Enhanced Campus Safety without disruption

Conclusion

At Eagle Village, it’s all about people—staff, kids, and the wider community working together to create a safe and supportive environment. By upgrading their access control system with the help of trusted partners and a little help from the next generation, Eagle Village continues to lead the way in making a positive impact for youth across Michigan.