From the Milford Daily News:

Ever wonder when the highway department might be sweeping your street? Or maybe you needed a schedule of parks and recreation events, or copies of meeting minutes from the Board of Selectmen?

The town’s new website should be able to help you out.

Mendonma.gov, which was unveiled in late June, is modern and easier to use, webmaster Todd Garrison said.

“Different departments are highlighted, so they’re easy to find, ” said Garrison, a software Web marketing manager for the Boston-based firm Carbonite. “We tried to develop a site that didn’t scare people away.” …

“The old website (mendonma.net) was awful, ” Ambrosino said. “It was about eight years old, difficult to use, and out of date, so nobody would think to use it except to view the town calendar.”

New features include individual pages for each department, with contact information and an explanation of the department’s purpose, and up-to-date information on recent events …

In an age of evolving technology, Garrison and Ambrosino agree that a functioning town website is essential to keep town communication efficient …

“I think it’s going to be a huge change for the town, ” said Ambrosino, who is also leading work on the town’s next master plan.

The website’s next feature will be an email list so residents can sign up and receive the latest updates from the town. A “social section” page may also be in store for residents to post photos and events, Garrison said.

“The site will continue to mature as we build new sections and hopefully add some historic photos, ” Garrison said.

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