Conversion thoughts please

Hello all,

Yes, I am new to this list but I need some constructive help on my latest 
project.

http://www.illinoiswildlife.org/ is basically in the same state it was when 
I *inherited* it. I tried to convert the index page to CSS and those using 
NN 4.5 -- yes, I know the year is showing as 100.

But, it's a site originally created in FP and, I fear, a *professional* 
house created the FP template -- arrrgh.

Now, the TD background colors are causing some real concern since the 
members are accustomed to the look and it was sort-of created by someone 
they were fond of who was able to do all this despite . . .

What would be the most painless way - for me and the members -- to convert 
the site to a more valid and consistent look while not doing any obvious 
finger-pointing?

Thank you in advance for any help/insight you might provide.

Tamara

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