For more news and features about City of Warrenville, please visit https://www.warrenville.il.us. The purpose of this page is to present matters of public interest. Followers are encouraged to submit questions, comments, and concerns, but please note that this site is a moderated online discussion site. By posting or commenting, users agree to the City of Warrenville's Social Media Policy: https://www.warrenville.il.us/DocumentCenter/View/9106/VI-H-SocialMediaPolicyUpdate_final-draft_August-14-2018
Please comply with the Policy listed below. Purpose:
The purpose of the City’s social media sites is to obtain and disseminate information to residents, visitors, and community partners about activities, programs, goals and initiatives, news, and other information and material intended to increase public awareness, social capital, and civic engagement. The City uses social media to further the goals of the City and the missions of its departments, where appropriate, and subject to the terms and conditions contained in this policy. The purpose of this policy is to outline the terms and use, prohibited content, and disclaimers as they apply to users of all City social media accounts that serve as a communication tool between the City and public. Terms of Use:
Comments and discussions that take place on City social media sites may be moderated by the City for compliance with this policy and are also subject to the policies established by the third-party social media companies. Note that the City’s predominant and primary internet presence is the City’s website (https://warrenville.il.us/), and the City’s social media sites are intended to supplement the City’s website. Prohibited User Content:
The City reserves the right to restrict or remove any user content that is deemed in violation of this Policy or any applicable law or court order. Therefore, information, posts, and comments by users that contain any of the following content is not allowed and the City reserves the right to remove them from the site:
1. Obscene, violent, sexual, or pornographic content and/or language;
2. Content that promotes, fosters, or perpetuates discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, familial status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected status under applicable law;
3. Promotion of any business, product, services, or activities not related to government business;
4. Illegal conduct or conduct that encourages illegal activity;
5. Information that may compromise the safety and security of the public systems;
7. Content that violates a legal ownership interest of any other party, such as a copyright or trademark;
8. Comments in support of or opposition to political campaigns or ballot measures. Users who repeatedly violate this Policy may be subject to being banned or blocked from City social media sites. Disclaimer:
The City of Warrenville does not endorse or otherwise support or sponsor any advertising that may be posted by the Social Media host (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube) on the City’s site. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube accounts are privately operated sites and the terms and conditions of each respective site apply.
“Friending,” “liking,” and/or similar exchanges/actions between City-managed social media pages does not indicate endorsement of that user’s actions or comments. Public comments posted on City social media pages do not reflect the views and values of the City of Warrenville. The City makes no representation regarding the accuracy of any public comment and does not endorse any of the views or opinions of any member of the public that has commented on this page. The City of Warrenville does not guarantee the reliability or accuracy of any third-party links. The City of Warrenville reserves the right to remove any comment or conversation that is prohibited by this Social Media Use Policy. Postings on City social media sites may be subject to disclosure under the State of Illinois’ Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). The City follows state guidelines and requirements for the retention of original copies of local government records. Requests to share information or events on the City’s social media sites must be submitted through private message, email, or phone and will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and approval is at the sole discretion of authorized City staff. All participation is at your own risk, and you assume personal responsibility for your comments, username, and any information provided. This forum is not constantly monitored. Do not use this forum to report emergency situations or time-sensitive issues. If you have a question, please contact the City directly at 630-393-9427. The appearance of external links on this site does not constitute endorsement on behalf of the City of Warrenville. The City reserves the right to amend these Guidelines and terms of use at any time. If the City determines that any social media outlet is ineffective or is not feasible to maintain, the City reserves the right to remove it.
