Privacy Policy

Introduction

Thank you for visiting the Glyndon Township website and reviewing the Privacy Policy. We are committed to the privacy of the visitors to this website. This policy addresses the collection, use and security of information that may be obtained through use of the Glyndon Township website, and access to that information.

Information Collected and How it is Used

During your visit to the Glyndon Township website, the township gathers and stores the following information about your visit. This information does not identify you personally.

The Internet Protocol (IP) address and domain name used. The IP address is a number assigned to your Internet service provider or to your computer. We use the IP to direct Web site content to you. This address can be translated to determine the domain name of your service provider.

  • The Web browser you used.
  • The Operating system you used.
  • The date and time you visited the website.
  • The webpages or services you accessed at the website.
  • This information is collected and analyzed by the Glyndon Township to improve the content of our web content and services.

Voluntary Information

The Glyndon Township website does not collect personal information unless the visitor voluntarily provides information by sending an email, completing an online form or online application. Examples of forms and applications on this website include:

  • Surveys used to gather public opinion and feedback
  • Requests for services
  • Reports for an issue, problem or crime
  • Applications for employment or volunteer positions
  • Registration for township sponsored classes or activities
  • Online applications used to complete services with the townships

The voluntary personal information collected using online forms depends on the form or service you are conducting with the township. The information collected may not be limited to text characters but might also include audio, video or graphic information formats. This information may be stored in a database or sent to township/board members. We use the information collected to respond to your query or complete the service you have requested. We may also use information collected to improve our services. All information, including survey, email information, or form data may be shared internally with other departments within the extent permitted by law. 

The Glyndon Township does not:

  • Collect or sell information for commercial marketing;
  • Provide personal information to private organizations; or
  • Share any personal information with other agencies or persons if prohibited by law.

Some project involve collaboration with other local or state government agencies. Voluntary personal information submitted to the Glyndon Township to express interest in or make comments about such projects may be shared with the other agencies involved.

Email Subscription Lists

The Glyndon Township website may offer the ability to subscribe to email distribution lists. Visitors are free to unsubscribe should they not want to receive future communications from the township. A valid email address must be provided when subscribing or unsubscribing from email lists. All other personally identifiable information is optional. Email lists are kept private and are not disclosable under the Open Records Act.

Cookies

Cookies are small text files generated by the Web server and stored on the visitor's computer. Cookies can be read by the Web server to determine if a particular Web page has already been visited or when the visitor last accessed the website. An example would be for an online survey where a cookie could be used to tell the Web server that a particular visitor has already completed the survey. Cookies do not contain personal information and are not used to mine data.

Security Information and Disclaimer

The Glyndon Township uses industry standard practices to safeguard the confidentiality of your personal identifiable information, including encryption (Secure Socket Layer) technology. We employ many different security techniques to protect such data from unauthorized access. "Perfect" security however, does not exist on the Internet. Unless a particular Web page on the Glyndon Township website indicates that encryption technology is being used, the user should not assume that information submitted through that Web page to the Glyndon Township Web server will be treated as confidential. Visual cues (an unbroken key or locked lock) report to the visitor that the online service is secure through a given Web page

Retention of Information

For specific information regarding the retention of information, please contact the Glyndon Township at info@glyndontownship.com

Feedback

If you have any questions or comments regarding the Glyndon Township privacy policy, please contact us at info@glyndontownship.com. 

The Glyndon Township may choose to amend the information in the privacy policy at any time without notice. Any substantial change in the way identifying information is used will be prominently displayed on the township’s website.