Local Council Website Features
Local Authorities Websites Features
Our Local Authorities websites are designed to be of the highest quality and serviceability. We take into mind every feature needed and create the ultimate site possible to fit the needs of authority's through out the United Kingdom.
The feature rich design is made to deliver under the most demanding situations. As the frame work has been built from the ground up our websites are easy for the end user to interact with and for the administrative staff to populate with information.
Our Local Council, Parish or Drainage Authorities websites comply fully with the Transparency legislation.
Responsive web design
Page builder
Document management system (DMS)
Document Picker
Content modules
Content tools
Multimedia
Images
Gallery
Slide show
Menu BuilderÂ
Form builderÂ
Table Builder
Questionnaire Builder
News Page
Contacts Tool
About Section
Meetings Calendar
Community Events Calendar
Planning Applications Page
Members Area
This area is designed to be a secure area for councilors (registered users) only. This is an area where information and relevant documentation can be shared prior to meetings. This saves the clerks time and resources by making all relevant information available to all members in one area for them to access.
Creative Areas
Pages can be created for specialist areas of your community like public footpaths, youth activities and noumorouse other interactive areas.
Site Map
A site map is automatically generated and structured to display links to all pages published on your website. This allows search engines to navigate your website easily to index your pages.
Share Content
Social Media icons below content allow site visitors to share the item with friends by a number of sharing platforms including email, Twitter and Facebook to mention just a few.
Content Alerts
Site visitors are able to subscribe to email alerts about new or changes to existing topics of interest on your site.
RSS feeds
A Really Simple Syndication (RSS) feed makes it possible for people to receive your news posts and keep current with events.
Mapping
Mapping tool allows for Google Maps integration with any page.
Site Search Function
Your site is equipped with a search engine that allows users to search your documents and information.Â
Blogs
A Data base driven page can be created to display posts like a blog that allows visitors to leave comments on the post. This creates good interaction between the site visitors and the authority. All comments can be moderated before being posted.
Newsletter
Database news letters can be create to inform subscribers of events and agendas.
Village Hall Booking
Create a customized booking form and room availability calendar for your village hall.
Local Directory
Entries for community groups and local businesses can be entered by the public for moderation. They will be shown on a Google map and can be searched by category and distance.
Legal
Creation of disclaimer, privacy and cookie policies for website.
Spell Checker
Built in spell checker makes sure that your publications are always correctly spelled as we all make lips occasional!Â
Accessibility
Standard access keys make the site user friendly for disabled users to access. Your website will be W3C standard automatically and AA complaint.
Website statistics
Incorporated in to the site is a powerful statistic reporting tool so you can better understand your site visitors and better serve them with information they are looking for.
Training
We offer two types of training
Onsite Training
Is offered for authorities that would like the personal touch. We will visit your location and spend the required number of days training as many members of your staff that you require. Once completed your staff will be knowledgeable in all areas of your website.
Online Training
Online training is available 24 hours per day 7 days a week. The training is very detailed and you can learn at your own pace. Online training can be used as often as you wish and for as long as you require.
Online Payments
You can add the functionality of being able to sell event tickets online very easily.Â
More Features
The site does have even more features than listed here.
Web Hosting
We are able to offer Next-generation dedicated servers housed in a PCI-compliant, ISO-accredited data centre and backed by 24/7 UK-based support. Experience total reliability with our 100% uptime guarantee and industry-leading SLA.
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Standard Domain Name
e.g. www.yourcouncile.gov.uk
Website Space
Unlimited web space (subject to fair use policy)
Email Accounts & Forwarding
This allows you to have email addresses that look professional as a local authority e.g. councilmember@yourcouncil.gov.uk.
Forwarding allows you to create email addresses for questionnaires and have them sent to one email address instead of separate accounts. This can also be used to make sure all members receive copy's of emails received under a specific topic.Â
Automated Site Monitoring
We get notifications of any unusual activity and will take immediate corrective action if necessary.
SSL (Secure Sockets Layer)Â
Our websites are all issued with SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) certificates which are the standard security technology for establishing an encrypted link between a web server and a browser. This link ensures that all data passed between the web server and browsers remain private and integral. SSL is an industry standard and is used by millions of websites in the protection of their online transactions with their customers.
.gov.uk Domain Names
We strongly recommend the use of e.g. yourcouncil.gov.uk as a website domain name. Using this format gives several advantages.
Makes it easier for people to find your website and search engines.
Give a more authoritative and professional appearance.
Support
Improved Internet Marketing is appreciate of the high quality and timely support that is needed for local authorities. That is why we offer the following support to local councils as standard
Online 7 Days Per Week
Telephone Support
Trouble Shooting
Email Support
Content Administration
We understand situations arise that none of us foresee. In the event of temporary illness or lack of availability of the clerk we are able to assist with administering your site content. We would only recommend use of this service in an emergency as our CMS is very easy to use and there are tutorials online to help. This is a chargeable item please refer to your contract for the charge rates that will be applied.
Implementation
This is the phase where we set up and configure your website. Once it is complete you will be able to log in to your site and start managing your content.
Domain Name Registration
Email Setup
Website Configuration
User Setup
Content Migration
Content migration can be preformed at set up. We require councils and local authorities to supply images and content that you wish to add to your website at this point.
Training
This is the phase where we set up and configure your website. Once it is complete you will be able to log in to your site and start managing your content.
Introduction Area
Tutorial Area
Questions and Answer's Section
On Site Training
Terms and Conditions
The following are the basic term and conditions that apply to all services offered by Improved Internet Marketing. By agreeing to our quote either in writing, verbally or ordering a product via our website you agree to the following terms and conditions.
- Quotes are valid for 28 days unless otherwise stated.
- It is the customer’s responsibility to ensure that any web site does not infringe copyright or any other laws for content or images.
- Acceptance of a quote either verbally or in writing shall be deemed as a contractual agreement between client and Improved Internet Marketing.
- Once a project is accepted Improved Internet Marketing will issue a completion date if required. We can not however guarantee this date as a final completion date and will not in any way shape or form be liable for losses arising due to none completion.
- All payments will be provided prior to the start of any project.
- The client will be ultimately responsible for making sure all content on site is correct prior to the website going live (public) and by dong so indemnify Improved Internet Marketing form any legal action.
- When a client agrees to that their website can go live (public) they are agreeing that the development and design of the site are complete and are satisfied that all their requirements have been implemented.
- Once commenced a website will be completed using the information, data, text and images provided at project commencement or during the implementation phase. Once this has been completed the project will be presented to the client.
Payment
The following are the basic term and conditions that apply to all services offered by Improved Internet Marketing. By agreeing to our quote either in writing, verbally or ordering a product via our website you agree to the following terms and conditions.
- The first year hosting fees will be paid with order of local council website if we are to host website.
- Payment terms are 28 days following invoice.
- Interest will be charged on late payments at the rate of 8.5%.
Service Agreements, Hosting, Support and Updates
Payment will be accepted in full or otherwise agreed upon terms.
- Web hosting space and bandwidth usage are subject to fair use policy.
- Content update service is any content provided by client that is uploaded to their website.
- Hosting support is renewed on an annual basis, as such invoice provided will be issued approximately one month before the renewal date. Normal payment terms will apply from the invoice date.
- If you wish to cancel your service with us for hosting or updating it must be done in writing and with no less than three (3) months notice.
- No partial refunds will be issued for hosting , service or update packages during the current agreement time period.