Privacy Policy
Last Updated: September 2026
East Cocalico Township respects the privacy of visitors to its website. This Privacy Policy explains generally what information may be collected when you use the Township website and how that information may be used.
Information We Collect
When you visit the Township website, certain information may be collected automatically, such as your IP address, browser and device type, pages visited, referring website, and the date and time of your visit. This information may be used to maintain website security, monitor website performance, and improve our online services.
The Township may also receive information that you voluntarily provide through the website, such as when you submit a form, contact Township staff, sign up for notifications, or make a service request. This may include your name, address, email address, telephone number, property information, or other information necessary to respond to your request.
Please do not submit sensitive personal information through a general contact form or email unless specifically requested by the Township.
How We Use Information
Information collected through the website may be used to respond to requests, provide Township services and information, maintain and improve the website, protect Township systems, and conduct official Township business.
The Township does not sell personal information collected through its website for commercial marketing purposes.
Public Records & Right-to-Know Law
East Cocalico Township is subject to the Pennsylvania Right-to-Know Law, 65 P.S. § 67.101 et seq., and other laws governing public records.
Information submitted to the Township through the website, email, or other electronic means may become a Township record and, depending on the nature of the information and applicable law, may be subject to public disclosure.
Information that is protected from disclosure by law, privilege, court order, or other applicable legal authority will be handled accordingly.
For more information about public records, please visit the Township's Right-to-Know page.
Cookies & Website Analytics
The Township website may use cookies, analytics tools, or similar technologies to help operate the website, measure website traffic, and improve the visitor experience.
You may be able to block or delete cookies through your browser settings; however, doing so may affect certain website functions.
Third-Party Services & External Links
The Township website may contain links to or integrate with third-party websites and services for functions such as online payments, registrations, applications, mapping, notifications, and document viewing.
Information provided directly to a third-party service is subject to that provider's privacy policy, terms of use, and security practices. East Cocalico Township does not control and is not responsible for the privacy, security, content, or availability of third-party websites or services.
Links to outside websites are provided for convenience and informational purposes and do not necessarily constitute Township endorsement.
Email & Website Security
Email communications and information submitted electronically to the Township may become Township records and may be retained in accordance with applicable records-retention requirements.
While the Township takes reasonable measures to protect its website and information systems, no method of electronic communication or Internet transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Please use caution when submitting sensitive information electronically.
