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Wayne Township Website Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 6/9/2025

Wayne Township (“the Township”) is committed to transparency and protecting the privacy of visitors to our official website, https://waynetwp.strivestg.com. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights as a user of this site.

This website is operated by a local government organization in the State of Illinois and is intended for use by residents and interested parties within Wayne Township.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information when you interact with our website:

a. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we use Google Analytics to collect basic technical information such as:

  • Your IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type and operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on the site
  • Referring website (if applicable)

This data helps us understand website traffic and improve our online services. Google Analytics uses cookies to gather this information. You can read Google’s privacy practices here.

b. Information You Submit

If you use a contact form or email one of the Township’s departments directly, we may collect:

  • Your name
  • Email address
  • Phone number (if provided)
  • Any other information you voluntarily submit

2. How We Use the Information

The Township uses the information you provide solely for the purposes of:

  • Responding to inquiries and service requests
  • Improving the functionality and accessibility of the website
  • Understanding public interest in Township services

We do not sell or share your personal information for commercial purposes.

3. Public Records and FOIA

As a public entity, Wayne Township may be required to disclose certain information under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Your communications with Township departments, including through email or the website, may be subject to public disclosure if requested under FOIA.

You can learn more about our FOIA process here:
👉 FOIA Requests – Wayne Township

4. Cookies

Our website uses cookies, including those from third-party services like Google Analytics, to enhance user experience and analyze traffic patterns. You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.

5. Security

While we take reasonable steps to protect the information shared with us, no website or email system is completely secure. Please avoid submitting sensitive personal or financial information through our website or contact forms.

6. Children’s Privacy

This website is not directed toward children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from children.

7. Links to Other Websites

Our website may include links to third-party sites. This Privacy Policy applies only to the Wayne Township website. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of other websites.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The most recent version will always be posted on this page with the updated effective date.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or the website’s practices, please contact us.