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Use and
Privacy Policy
THIS POLICY SETS FORTH RULES GOVERNING THE USE OF THE CITY'S WEBSITE.
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. USE OF THE WEBSITE CONSTITUTES AGREEMENT WITH
THESE RULES.
GENERAL USE
The website may be used for any lawful, worthy and ethical purpose,
except as limited by these rules. The website must not be used to
solicit customers or sell products or services. Users with automated
programs may visit the website, but must not redirect or resend
information without the City's prior written consent. All users must use
appropriate names and language on the website; false e-mail addresses
must not be used.
Disclaimer and Warranties
The City of Leavenworth's Web site is maintained for the exclusive use
of the City of Leavenworth in communicating matters of general public
interest via the Internet. The City does not warrant or make any
representations or endorsements as to the accuracy, quality, content, or
completeness of the information, text, images, graphics, hyperlinks, and
other items contained on its Website. Web content is compiled from a
variety of sources and is subject to change without notice as a result
of updates and corrections.
Leavenworth's Web site and all materials contained therein are
distributed and transmitted "as is" without warranties of any kind,
either express or implied, including without limitation, warranties of
title or implied warranties of fitness for particular purpose, or of
non-infringement. The City is neither responsible nor liable for any
viruses or contaminations of a Web visitor's hardware, software,
peripherals, or properties, or for any delays, inaccuracies, errors, or
omissions resulting from use of or with respect to the material
contained on its Web servers, including without limitation, any material
posted on or linked to/from Leavenworth's Web site. The City is
not responsible for any special indirect, incidental, or consequential
damages that may arise from the use of, or the inability to use, the
site and/or the materials contained on the site whether the materials
contained on the site are provided by the City of Leavenworth or a third
party.
Public Comment/Legal Notice
Communications made via electronic mail (e-mail), including mail to
links and messaging systems, shall in no way be deemed to constitute
public comment or legal notice to the City of Leavenworth or any of its
agencies, officers, employees, agents, or representatives, with respect
to any existing or potential claim or cause of action regarding the City
or any of its agencies, officers, employees, agents, or representatives,
where notice to the City is required by any federal, state or local
laws, rules, or regulations, except as expressly provided for in such
laws, rules or regulations.
Hyperlinks
Hyperlinks on our Web site may lead to resources located on other
servers. The presence of these hyperlinks should not be construed as an
endorsement of these sites or their content, or reflect the opinions,
standards or policies of the City. The City of Leavenworth is not
responsible for the content of any such external Web site, and under no
circumstances will the City be liable to any party who may choose to use
or rely on a listed entity, its products or services.
Reproduction/Use; Trademark and Copyright
To the extent permitted by the Public Records Act and otherwise legally
permissible, commercial use of Leavenworth Web site materials, content,
and information is explicitly prohibited without the written permission
of the City. All branding and trademarks mentioned herein are the
property of their respective owners.
The City of Leavenworth retains copyright on all text, graphic images,
and other content, unless otherwise noted. No person or entity may do
any of the following without written permission from the City of
Leavenworth Web Manager: (a) modify and/or re-use text, images, or
other Web content from a City Web server, (b) distribute the City's Web
content, or (c) "mirror" the City's information on a non-City server.
Website Does Not Create Public Forum
The intent of this policy is, in part, to communicate and ensure that
the Leavenworth Web site is not and does not become a public forum or
limited public forum; rather, it is maintained for the exclusive use of
the City of Leavenworth in communicating matters of general public
interest to the residents of Leavenworth and other members of the
public.
Privacy Policy
As part of demonstrating the City of Leavenworth's commitment to
individual privacy, the City publishes this policy governing any
personal, citizen, and business information supplied to the City via its
Web page. The City's goal in collecting personal information through its
Web site is to provide visitors with the most effective, personalized
service possible. The City will protect online information with the same
diligence that it protects information obtained through all other means.
Other Web Sites
The City's Web page contains links to other sites. The City of
Leavenworth is not responsible for the privacy practices or the content
of sites other than Leavenworth's.
Direct Mail
The City of Leavenworth may use the personal data provided online to
distribute information about City services and upcoming civic
activities. The City will neither sell nor provide personal information
to any third party for any other direct mail activities, unless under
court order.
Contacting The City of Leavenworth
Questions about this privacy statement, guidelines and standards, or any
transaction with the City of Leavenworth Web site should be directed to:
City of Leavenworth
700 Hwy 2
P.O. Box 287
Leavenworth, WA 98826
webmaster@cityofleavenworth.com
ENTIRE AGREEMENT
These rules represent the entire agreement between users and the City
and may not be modified except by express written agreement. This
agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws
of the State of Washington. If any provision of these rules shall be
declared by a court to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, such
provision shall be deemed severable, and the other provisions shall
remain in full force and effect.
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