Website Committee – Co-Chair, Felina Silver & Heather Hamilton? The League of Women Voters
Brookline Website Committee manages the LWVB website, covering items 1-6 below and related
notes. The Communications and Program Planning Committee provides content for the website,
including VOTER/Newsletter features, Constant Contact updates, league events, and community
activities. Relevant information is also shared on social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram,
Next Door, and Tumblr.
1. Website Hosting and Domain:
a. $100–$300 per year for hosting and domain registration.
2. Website Maintenance:
a. $0–$1,000 per year, depending on whether volunteers handle updates or if we hire
a. $100–$300 per year for hosting and domain registration.
2. Website Maintenance:
a. $0–$1,000 per year, depending on whether volunteers handle updates or if we hire
outside help.
3. Design and Development:
a. If we are using volunteers or a template: $0–$500 (one-time).
b. If we are hiring a professional: $1,500–$5,000+ (one-time).
4. Software and Tools:
a. $0–$500 per year for plugins, security, or special features.
5. Committee Operational Costs:
a. Minimize our cost, most Our committee is volunteer based.
b. Occasional expenses for training, communications, or meetings (price varies (zoom,
3. Design and Development:
a. If we are using volunteers or a template: $0–$500 (one-time).
b. If we are hiring a professional: $1,500–$5,000+ (one-time).
4. Software and Tools:
a. $0–$500 per year for plugins, security, or special features.
5. Committee Operational Costs:
a. Minimize our cost, most Our committee is volunteer based.
b. Occasional expenses for training, communications, or meetings (price varies (zoom,
otter, etc.) $200/year).
6. Professional Services (if needed):
a. $50–$200 per hour for specialized tasks (e.g., accessibility audits, advanced
6. Professional Services (if needed):
a. $50–$200 per hour for specialized tasks (e.g., accessibility audits, advanced
troubleshooting).
Notes
• Most League of Women Voters chapters keep costs low by relying on volunteers and using
affordable or free website platforms (like WordPress, Wix, or Squarespace).
• Major expenses will only be incurred during our redesign or when adding significant new features.
Notes
• Most League of Women Voters chapters keep costs low by relying on volunteers and using
affordable or free website platforms (like WordPress, Wix, or Squarespace).
• Major expenses will only be incurred during our redesign or when adding significant new features.
• Ongoing costs shall be limited to hosting, domain, and minor maintenance.