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Community Calendar Proposal

Ouray County Community Calendar Proposal – Turned Clouds

Ouray County Community Calendar

A Proposal by Turned Clouds

Our Shared Vision

For too long, Ouray County has relied on multiple disconnected community calendars, forcing people to search in too many places to find out what’s happening. This frustrates both locals and visitors, hinders community engagement, and undermines shared economic and community vitality goals. Previous attempts to solve this issue have lacked the necessary resources for long-term sustainability.

The purpose of this collaboration is to solve this problem. By 2026, Ouray County will establish a sustainable public calendar, supported by all three governmental agencies, serving as the go-to source for event information valued by both locals and visitors.

Key Features of an Ideal Calendar

1. CENTRALIZED – One calendar for all events in Ouray County.

Comprehensive Event Management:

The solution offers a robust system for creating, managing, and storing an unlimited number of events within a single, unified platform. This serves as the definitive central repository for all Ouray County happenings.

Structured Organization:

Events can be meticulously organized and categorized using various parameters such as event types (e.g., “Little League Games,” “Concerts,” “Art Openings,” “Public Meetings”), specific locations, and designated organizers. This ensures all events are housed in one system while maintaining clarity and order.

2. EASY – Simple to use, administer, and find. Adding events should be straightforward, and information should be easy to navigate. Repeated events should be enabled.

Intuitive User Experience:

Both administrators and front-end users will find the interface clear and easy to navigate. The process for adding and managing events is designed to be straightforward and efficient.

Robust Repeat Events Functionality:

A core capability of the solution is the ability to easily set up recurring events (daily, weekly, monthly, or custom schedules). This significantly saves time and effort for ongoing activities such as public meetings or regular sports events.

Streamlined Event Creation:

The system supports efficient event creation and management, simplifying administrative tasks.

Community Submission Capability (Optional):

The solution can be configured to allow community members or businesses to submit events directly, further streamlining the process and reducing administrative burden (with options for moderation).

Effortless Navigation & Search:

Built-in search functionality and intuitive navigation options (such as calendar views, list displays, and filter tools) help users quickly locate desired events.

3. SHARABLE – Designed for seamless embedding in government visitor sites and compelling enough that businesses (e.g., lodges, realtors) choose to feature it.

Flexible Embedding Options:

The calendar system is designed to be easily integrated into any web page. It provides embed codes that allow seamless inclusion of the calendar or specific event lists onto Ouray County government visitor sites, department pages, and other relevant websites.

Adaptable Layouts & Views:

The solution offers various display options (e.g., calendar, list, grid) and extensive customization capabilities, ensuring that the embedded calendar can match the aesthetic and branding of different websites.

Dedicated Event Pages:

Each event possesses its own unique, shareable URL, making it simple for businesses to link directly to specific events they wish to promote on their own sites or social media channels.

Integrated Sharing Tools:

The solution includes built-in capabilities for social sharing of events, encouraging wider dissemination across user and business networks.

4. FILTERABLE – Users should be able to quickly find relevant events, whether it’s little league games, concerts, art openings, or public meetings.

Advanced Filtering Capabilities:

The solution provides comprehensive filtering tools, allowing users to efficiently narrow down events by:

  • Event Types/Categories: Easily differentiate between distinct event categories.
  • Locations: Filter by specific venues or areas within Ouray County.
  • Organizers: Filter by the entities or individuals hosting the events.
  • Date Range: Users can select specific dates or periods.
  • Custom Filters: The flexibility to create additional custom filters based on unique county needs.

Dynamic Search Functionality:

An integrated search bar works in conjunction with filters for precise and rapid event discovery.

5. SUSTAINABLE – Cost-effective, with a sustainable funding model shared among the three government entities and clearly defined staffing roles.

Predictable Cost Structure:

The Turned Clouds Calendar Solution is designed with a clear and manageable cost model, allowing for predictable budgeting and shared investment among the participating entities.

Scalable and Robust Foundation:

Built on a robust and widely supported technological framework, the solution ensures long-term sustainability, reliability, and the capacity to grow with increasing demand.

Clear Administrative Roles:

The system allows for the assignment of distinct roles and permissions, enabling different staff members from the three government entities to manage events, categories, and settings according to their defined responsibilities. This facilitates an efficient shared management model.

Future-Proof Design:

The solution is designed to be scalable, capable of handling a large volume of events and adapting to future technological advancements, ensuring its relevance for years to come.

6. BEAUTIFUL – Visually appealing, with images for each event and links for more details.

Rich Visual Presentation:

The solution emphasizes an engaging visual experience. Events can prominently feature:

  • High-Quality Event Images: Each event can include compelling imagery, making the calendar visually attractive and engaging.
  • Customizable Color Coding: Events can be color-coded by category or type for enhanced visual organization and appeal.

Flexible Design Customization:

Extensive styling options allow for the calendar’s appearance to be fully customized, aligning with Ouray County’s branding guidelines and aesthetic preferences for a professional and consistent look.

Comprehensive Event Details:

Each event entry supports rich descriptions and crucial information, including:

  • “Read More” Functionality: Clear prompts for users to access more in-depth details about an event.
  • External Linking: Easy inclusion of links to external websites for ticketing, venue information, or supplementary resources.
  • Integrated Mapping: Seamless integration with mapping services to provide clear location details and directions for events.

Responsive Display:

The calendar is fully responsive, ensuring an optimal viewing and functional experience across all devices, including desktops, tablets, and smartphones.

Ready to Transform Ouray County’s Event Landscape?

The Turned Clouds Calendar Solution provides a comprehensive and adaptable platform that directly addresses Ouray County’s need for a centralized, user-friendly, and sustainable public calendar, becoming the definitive source for event information for both locals and visitors.

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Founders Dennis Hall & Laura Henning

Dennis Hall
Laura Henning
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