Newmarket boasts new municipal website

YorkRegion.com
Sept. 3, 2015
By Chris Simon

Newmarket’s website has a new look.

Anyone visiting newmarket.ca over the last few weeks may have noticed a change - the municipal website received a significant overhaul. The new design features several upgrades and is compatible with mobile devices, desktop computers and laptops.

There will be a Google search function and, eventually, a separate site dedicated to economic development that will target potential business owners and investors.

And it complies with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act requirements.

The town has also launched an economic development website to allow for a more targeted and customized approach for potential business owners and investors.

“Our community survey results tell us that online communications is very important,” Mayor Tony Van Bynen said. “We are very pleased to launch our new website, which allows for greater online services and we will continue to look for fresh new ways to engage our citizens through our website and social media platforms.”

The revamped site is part of a collaborative effort by the town, Whitchurch-Stouffville and Aurora. Newmarket is the last of the municipalities to launch a new website and the town spent about $66,000 on the project.

However, the new design should help residents find what they need in a timely manner, town customer service co-ordinator Jamie Boyle said.

“Garbage, recreation and finding a job are the three top hits on our website,” he said. “We want to have them front and centre. You’ll be able to register for any number of things right off the front page and find out about what’s going on in town. You can register pets or for a marriage licence right off the front page without having to search for it. It’ll evolve as we grow.”

Once launched, the economic development website will be found at businessnewmarket.com.