There are a number of designer-made flashy sites out there that are very difficult to use. Some even seem to hide their "click" positions. Needless to say, I don't go back.
Sorry about your problem. Make copies of these notes and also find a local high-schooler who has put together a website. Show them to the executive and holler to the membership so that a similar case doesn't arise again.
I fought a losing battle against a "new image" executive who hired a designer to remake the stationery, leaflets and logo of our group. Several thousands were spent before the whole thing cratered because the end result didn't meet our needs. The guillotine is too good for some of these proactive directors.