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Historic Preservation Commission reviews CLG-funded website and mapping update; considers adding Royer district
Summary
An intern presented a redesigned Certified Local Government (CLG) website and interactive map that compiles 100 significant buildings, local and national landmarks and district data; commissioners asked staff to circulate a preview link and suggested a study session on the Royer Arts and Architectural District.
At its meeting at 7 p.m., the Urbana Historic Preservation Commission heard a presentation from Adeline Evans, the CLG grant intern, on a redesigned website and interactive web map intended to consolidate historic-preservation information and mapping in a single interface.
The site compiles the “100 most significant buildings,” locally registered and nationally registered landmarks, historic district boundaries, historic and current photography, and links (where available) to ordinances and related podcasts. Evans said features include mobile-friendly mapping with an option for users to display their location and search for sites while touring downtown; she also said the site’s colors were adjusted for ADA color-contrast accessibility.
The project was funded by a Certified Local Government grant;…
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