(Ed. note. The following was noted in the Economic Dev. minutes for the meeting of 10/17/2006. Click on the post to access the web site of EMGraphics which is located in Madison, Mn.)
"Update on web site changes and maintenance. Decker moved, seconded by Dickert, to authorize the web site subcommittee to implement revisions and improvements to the City's web site, using EMGraphics as vendor, on a not-to-exceed cost basis of $1500 during 2006. Juergens explained that EMGraphics was the unanimous recommendation of the subcommittee to serve as supplier, and that the program it will utilize will readily permit updating by City staff, with minimal training. Changes will improve internal navigation and appearance, as well as convenience of use. A 3-page memorandum detailed numerous improvements. Wyse noted that the City's 2006 budget includes a $1500 line item for the City's web site, and that this item is in addition to the general committee budget. Motion approved by voice vote. "
Wednesday, October 18, 2006
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The problem has never been navigation or usablity. The problem is a lack of updates.
ReplyDeleteIf the City website has been meant to take the place of one of the three points for public postings of meetings it has been woefully neglected.
You can put lipstick on a hog but in the end...
Grumps---
ReplyDelete3:15 am is before the farm report. Sleep young man, sleep.
I did sit in on the meeting regarding this matter. The simpler editing tools will allow regular city staff to handle the updates in a more timely manner. So, your point is understood and is the ultimate objective.
On the larger point though---web marketing takes money. It ain't free. The Observer is blessed with wonderful staff to help, especially with the audio and video applications that are coming,.... but the city has limited resources. Be patient. While there has been print advertising money spent, the full realization that web spending is an investment has not been fully realized. Stay tuned. Peace young man...