Terms and Conditions for this website

1. Use of This Website

By using this website, you agree to the following terms. This site is operated by the Deer Isle Stonington Democratic Committee to provide information about local events, issues, and initiatives. We aim to promote civic engagement and respectful dialogue in our community.

2. Content Disclaimer

The content provided on this site is for informational purposes only. While we strive to keep information current and accurate, we make no guarantees regarding completeness or accuracy. Any opinions expressed are those of the committee or contributing authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Maine Democratic Party or other affiliated organizations.

3. Links to Other Sites

This website may include links to external sites for reference or convenience. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or availability of those third-party sites.

4. Community Guidelines

We welcome participation through event RSVPs, public comment forms, and other interactive features. We reserve the right to remove content or restrict access that is disrespectful, discriminatory, or off-topic.

5. Privacy

We do not sell or share personal information submitted through forms on this site. If you sign up for a newsletter, RSVP to an event, or contact us, your information will only be used for committee-related communications unless otherwise stated.

6. Changes to These Terms

We may update these terms from time to time. Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of those changes.

🔚 Final Note

This site is maintained by volunteers and is intended for community use. If you notice something that needs correction or have questions about these terms, please contact us at [webmaster@deerislehub.com].

Our Privacy Policy 

Effective Date: March 1, 2025

The Deer Isle Stonington Democratic Committee is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information when you:

  • Sign up for our newsletter

  • RSVP to an event

  • Submit a contact or volunteer form

  • Make a donation (via third-party processor)

Information collected may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number (if provided)

  • Comments or feedback you submit

We do not knowingly collect information from children under the age of 13.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide to:

  • Communicate with you about events, updates, or issues

  • Manage volunteer or event participation

  • Improve our website and outreach

We do not sell or rent your personal information to anyone.

3. Third-Party Services

Our website may use third-party tools such as:

  • Email services (e.g., Mailchimp)

  • Payment processors (e.g., ActBlue or PayPal for donations)

  • Analytics (e.g., Google Analytics)

These services may collect limited information in accordance with their own privacy policies.

4. Your Choices

You may opt out of communications at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” at the bottom of our emails or contacting us directly at webmaster@deerislehub.com.

5. Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your information, but no website can guarantee complete security. We recommend not submitting sensitive personal information through web forms.

6. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy occasionally. When we do, we’ll post the revised version here with an updated effective date.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this policy or how your information is used, please email us at webmaster@deerislehub.com.