Effective Date: July 1st, 2025
The Town of Macomb is committed to protecting the privacy and security of visitors to its website, www.townofmacomb.org. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we may collect from you or that you may provide when you visit our website and how that information is used and safeguarded.
1. Information We Collect
The Town of Macomb does not collect personal information about you unless you choose to provide it. However, as with all websites, certain technical information is collected automatically:
- Non-Personal Information:
This may include:- Internet domain and IP address used to access the site
- Type of browser and operating system
- Date and time of visit
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Referring website, if applicable
This data is used solely to improve the website’s content, security, and performance.
- Voluntarily Submitted Information:
If you contact us via email or a web form, we may collect:- Your name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Any other information you provide in your message
2. How We Use Your Information
Information you provide is used to:
- Respond to your inquiries
- Improve public service delivery
- Enhance website usability and content
- Comply with legal and public recordkeeping requirements
The Town will not sell or share your information for marketing purposes.
3. Cookies
This website may use “cookies” to enhance user experience. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device to track usage patterns and improve functionality. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may limit some functionality of the site.
4. Third-Party Services and Links
This website may contain links to external websites maintained by third parties, such as state agencies or community organizations. The Town of Macomb is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
5. Security
The Town of Macomb employs standard security practices to protect the integrity of its website and the data collected. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. Users should take appropriate precautions when submitting sensitive information.
6. Children’s Privacy
This website is not directed toward children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we become aware that we have inadvertently received personal data from a child without verifiable parental consent, we will delete such information from our records.
7. Public Records Disclosure
Please note that any communication submitted to the Town, including via this website, may be subject to disclosure under the New York State Freedom of Information Law (FOIL), unless it is exempt by law.
8. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in practices, technology, or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with the effective date noted above.
9. Contact Us
For questions about this policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Town of Macomb
6693 State Highway 58, Hammond, NY
Phone: 315-578-2212
Email: Administrator@townofmacomb.org