Project Title: NCFRPC Website Redesign
Client: North Central Florida Regional Planning Council (NCFRPC), Newberry, FL
Project Type: Non-Profit Website Redesign
Year: 2023
Client: North Central Florida Regional Planning Council (NCFRPC), Newberry, FL
Project Type: Non-Profit Website Redesign
Year: 2023
Description:
The North Central Florida Regional Planning Council (NCFRPC) approached me to assist with a critical website crisis after the unexpected passing of their previous web manager. Their existing site, developed in the early 1990s using Dreamweaver CS3, was outdated, non-ADA compliant, and plagued with navigational issues.
The North Central Florida Regional Planning Council (NCFRPC) approached me to assist with a critical website crisis after the unexpected passing of their previous web manager. Their existing site, developed in the early 1990s using Dreamweaver CS3, was outdated, non-ADA compliant, and plagued with navigational issues.
My task was to modernize this essential online resource, ensuring it met current accessibility standards and provided an intuitive user experience for both employees and stakeholders across the 12 counties and 40 municipalities the NCFRPC serves.
Starting with a complete audit of the existing site, I mapped out an organized navigation system that streamlined access to vital information. I then transitioned the website to WordPress, creating a modern and adaptable platform that the Council could easily maintain. The design now reflects a professional aesthetic that aligns with the Council’s mission to promote regional strategies and strengthen economic competitiveness in North Central Florida.
While the site is still evolving, the new design has vastly improved functionality, enabling users to quickly find the information they need and fostering efficient collaboration between employees, committees, and community members.
Creative Approach:
The redesign focuses on accessibility, functionality, and professionalism. Key elements include:
The redesign focuses on accessibility, functionality, and professionalism. Key elements include:
Organized Navigation: A revamped structure that simplifies access to a wealth of regional information and resources.
Modern Aesthetics: A clean, visually appealing design that balances functionality with the Council’s mission-driven purpose.
ADA Compliance: Integrated tools to meet accessibility standards and provide an inclusive user experience.
Content Migration: Successfully transferring and updating decades of information into a cohesive digital framework.
Programs Used:
WordPress (Design and Development Platform)
Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator (Custom Graphics and Visual Enhancements)
Accessibility Plugins (ADA Compliance)
Role:
Website Auditor, Designer, and Developer
Website Auditor, Designer, and Developer
Before Jeremy took over the site
