Privacy Policy

Helena Township (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how information may be collected, used, disclosed, and protected when you visit helenatownshipmichigan.gov or interact with Township services through this website.

Information Collection

We may collect information from you when you voluntarily fill out a form, submit a request, make an inquiry, register for a service, reserve a facility, make a payment, or otherwise interact with this website.

No personally identifiable information is collected unless you choose to provide that information to us.

Depending on the service requested, you may be asked to provide information such as:

• Name
• Email address
• Mailing address
• Phone number
• Facility reservation details
• Payment-related information when using an approved third-party payment processor
• Other information you voluntarily submit through Township forms

You may generally visit our website anonymously.

Information Use

Information collected through this website may be used for the following purposes:

• To respond to questions, comments, or service requests
• To process facility reservations, permits, registrations, or other Township-related requests
• To communicate with you regarding Township services or matters you have submitted
• To improve website functionality, accessibility, and user experience
• To help maintain website security and prevent misuse
• To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and public records requirements

We do not use your personal information for unrelated commercial marketing purposes.

Payments and Sensitive Information

If online payments are available through this website, payment information may be processed by a secure third-party payment provider. Helena Township does not store full credit card numbers on its website servers.

Any payment information submitted through a third-party provider is subject to that provider’s own privacy policy and security practices.

Protecting Your Information

We implement reasonable security measures to help protect personal information submitted through this website. This may include the use of secure server technology, SSL encryption, access controls, and other safeguards.

However, no website, electronic transmission, or online storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

This website may use cookies and similar technologies. Cookies are small files placed on your device through your web browser that help websites recognize your browser, remember certain preferences, and understand general website usage.

Cookies may be used to:

• Improve website functionality
• Remember user preferences
• Analyze website traffic and performance
• Improve future website content and services

We may use third-party services, such as website analytics tools, to better understand how visitors use this website. These service providers are only permitted to use collected information to help operate and improve the website.

You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings. If cookies are disabled, some website features may not function properly.

Information Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personally identifiable information.

Information may be shared with trusted third parties who assist in operating this website, processing payments, providing technical services, or supporting Township operations, provided those parties agree to keep such information confidential and use it only for authorized purposes.

We may also disclose information when required or permitted by law, regulation, subpoena, court order, public records request, or other legal process.

As a Michigan public entity, information submitted to Helena Township may be subject to disclosure under the Michigan Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) or other applicable public records laws.

Third-Party Websites and Services

This website may contain links to third-party websites or services, including payment processors, mapping services, state or county resources, or other external websites.

Helena Township is not responsible for the privacy practices, security, or content of third-party websites. Visitors are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit.

Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 in accordance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

Your Consent

By using this website, you consent to this Privacy Policy.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

Helena Township may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how information is handled through this website, please contact:

Helena Township
8751 Helena Road
Alden, MI 49612
Phone: [Insert Phone Number]
Email: Contact Us