City websites

I'm planning to develop a website for the city I'm living in. The city has it's own website on the .org, I'll be developing the .com. I want to include things like city news, business information, events, attractions, a private forum for residents, etc. Hoping to sell ads to local businesses.

Looking for examples of similar sites that are successful or where you just like the design (even if you designed it). Thanks in advance for any submissions. Post here or send me a private message.

 

I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but you're late. Don't they (the city) have a social media page? Everything people need to know about your city can be found on facebook. Most countries have their own social media outlets similar to facebook. The .org website you mentioned may not even be that busy. It's there because the government wants it to be there, but I doubt many people go there to find out what's been happening.

 

There are a lot of things not covered on their website or social media. That's why I'm looking for examples of well done sites, to see if I think I can do a better job.

 

About a dozen posts on the reddit for the city over the past year. It's a large city. So that's nothing.

I may change my mind, which is why I asked for examples of city websites. I have slightly more than your $3 invested, but I could just forget the whole thing and not really care.

So, examples please. Thank you.

 

most large cities have a lot more to offer than you'll find on facebook, reddit etc. , but sarahk is right, you need to be very clear WHY you're doing it. Is it to help others or only yourself?
You don't need any website examples. Websites that are done right practically build themselves. Until you can answer the "WHY" there's no point in going any further. Some sites take years before they turn a profit and others never do.

 

I'd like some examples for ideas, etc. I realize it can be done without any, but it would be helpful to see what people think is good / works.

As for WHY, to help promote the city, local businesses, charities, etc. And yes, I realize it can take time to be successful or that it may never be.

 

For city life, you should consider Instagram instead of a website. Because people don't want to waste much time on their website.

 

social media platforms are nothing more than popularity contests! Having a web host allows you the freedom and opportunity to explore new things whether it's coding, tutorials, image galleries etc. and to build new ideas while posting the things you like in your own unique way whatever that may be.

A website is literally nothing but a domain name pointed to a directory. Domains come and go every day. So why attach the 'Facebook' or 'Instagram' names to it, other than the fact you're using "their" platform. You could simply create your_name.com, .org etc.

@bae if you want a place to start it's putting in the leg work. Find the need! Then make a way to fill it!