Privacy Policy
Effective Date: June 9, 2026
Michigamme Township ("Township," "we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy of visitors to our website. This Privacy Policy explains how information may be collected, used, and protected when you visit the Township website. The Township's website provides information about township services, meetings, departments, elections, zoning, assessments, and other public services.
Information We Collect
• Information You Voluntarily Provide
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:
- Submit a contact form
- Send an email to a Township department or official
- Request information or services
- Submit documents or applications
- Sign up for notifications or newsletters (if available)
This information may include:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Any other information you choose to provide
• Automatically Collected Information
Like most websites, we may automatically collect certain technical information when you visit our website, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Operating system
- Pages visited
- Date and time of visits
- Referring websites
This information is used to help maintain website security, improve website performance, and better understand how visitors use the site.
How We Use Information
Information collected through this website may be used to:
- Respond to inquiries and requests
- Provide Township services and information
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Maintain website security
- Comply with applicable laws and regulations
- Process requests submitted to Township departments
Public Records and Freedom of Information Act
Please be aware that communications submitted to Michigamme Township may be subject to Michigan public records laws, including the Michigan Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Information submitted to the Township may be disclosed if required by law.
Cookies and Analytics
The Township website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve website functionality and gather anonymous usage statistics. Cookies do not typically collect personally identifiable information.
You may choose to disable cookies through your web browser settings; however, some website features may not function properly.
Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including governmental agencies, community organizations, and service providers. Once you leave the Township website, you are subject to the privacy policies of those external websites. Michigamme Township is not responsible for the content, security, or privacy practices of third-party websites.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect information submitted through our website. However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children's Privacy
The Township website is not directed toward children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
Michigamme Township reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact Information
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the Township's handling of information, please contact:
Michigamme Township
202 W. Main Street
PO Box 220
Michigamme, MI 49861
Phone: 906-323-6608