Florence Township (“the Township,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of visitors to the Township’s official website, https://florence-nj.gov/ (“Website”). This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, stored, and disclosed when you visit or interact with the Website.

By using this Website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

a. Information You Voluntarily Provide

Florence Township may collect personal information that you voluntarily submit through online forms, including but not limited to:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Telephone number

  • Information submitted through contact or inquiry forms

  • Information submitted through permit or license-related forms

  • Information submitted to sign up for newsletters or updates

The Township does not allow account creation or user logins on this Website, and file uploads are not accepted through public-facing forms.

b. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit the Website, certain non-personally identifiable information may be collected automatically, including:

  • IP address (anonymized where applicable)

  • Browser type and version

  • Operating system

  • Pages visited and time spent on pages

  • Referring website addresses

This information is used solely for website analytics, performance monitoring, and improvement of Township services.

2. Use of Google Analytics (GA4)

Florence Township uses Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to collect aggregated, anonymized data about how visitors use the Website. This helps the Township understand website traffic patterns and improve content and usability.

Google Analytics may use cookies or similar technologies to collect usage data. Florence Township does not use Google Analytics to identify individual users or collect personally identifiable information.

You can learn more about how Google collects and processes data by visiting Google’s privacy policy.

3. Cookies

The Website may use cookies that are necessary for basic website functionality and analytics. Cookies are small text files stored on your device to enhance site performance and user experience.

Florence Township provides a simple cookie disclosure and uses a cookie consent tool to inform visitors of cookie usage. You may manage or disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some features of the Website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

4. How Information Is Used

Information collected by Florence Township may be used to:

  • Respond to inquiries and requests

  • Provide municipal services and information

  • Improve website functionality and content

  • Communicate Township updates or newsletters (if you opt in)

  • Maintain the security and integrity of the Website

The Township does not sell or rent personal information to third parties.

5. Public Records and Disclosure

Please be aware that emails and form submissions sent to Florence Township may be considered public records under New Jersey law, including the New Jersey Open Public Records Act (OPRA).

As a result:

  • Information submitted through the Website may be subject to public disclosure upon lawful request.

  • Confidential or sensitive information should not be submitted through general website forms unless specifically requested.

Florence Township will disclose records only as required or permitted by law.

6. Data Security

Florence Township takes reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect information collected through the Website against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

The Website is hosted by a third-party hosting provider, and while reasonable safeguards are used, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure. Users submit information at their own risk.

7. Third-Party Websites

This Website may contain links to external websites not operated or controlled by Florence Township. The Township is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites. Visitors should review the privacy policies of any external sites they visit.

8. Children’s Privacy

The Website is not directed to children under the age of 13, and Florence Township does not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe that personal information from a child has been submitted to the Township, please contact us so appropriate action can be taken.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Florence 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. Continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

10. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or the Township’s handling of information, please contact:

Florence Township
711 Broad Street
Florence, NJ 08518

 (609) 499-2525

Florence Township (“the Township,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of visitors to the Township’s official website, https://florence-nj.gov/ (“Website”). This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, stored, and disclosed when you visit or interact with the Website.

By using this Website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

a. Information You Voluntarily Provide

Florence Township may collect personal information that you voluntarily submit through online forms, including but not limited to:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Telephone number

  • Information submitted through contact or inquiry forms

  • Information submitted through permit or license-related forms

  • Information submitted to sign up for newsletters or updates

The Township does not allow account creation or user logins on this Website, and file uploads are not accepted through public-facing forms.

b. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit the Website, certain non-personally identifiable information may be collected automatically, including:

  • IP address (anonymized where applicable)

  • Browser type and version

  • Operating system

  • Pages visited and time spent on pages

  • Referring website addresses

This information is used solely for website analytics, performance monitoring, and improvement of Township services.

2. Use of Google Analytics (GA4)

Florence Township uses Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to collect aggregated, anonymized data about how visitors use the Website. This helps the Township understand website traffic patterns and improve content and usability.

Google Analytics may use cookies or similar technologies to collect usage data. Florence Township does not use Google Analytics to identify individual users or collect personally identifiable information.

You can learn more about how Google collects and processes data by visiting Google’s privacy policy.

3. Cookies

The Website may use cookies that are necessary for basic website functionality and analytics. Cookies are small text files stored on your device to enhance site performance and user experience.

Florence Township provides a simple cookie disclosure and uses a cookie consent tool to inform visitors of cookie usage. You may manage or disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some features of the Website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

4. How Information Is Used

Information collected by Florence Township may be used to:

  • Respond to inquiries and requests

  • Provide municipal services and information

  • Improve website functionality and content

  • Communicate Township updates or newsletters (if you opt in)

  • Maintain the security and integrity of the Website

The Township does not sell or rent personal information to third parties.

5. Public Records and Disclosure

Please be aware that emails and form submissions sent to Florence Township may be considered public records under New Jersey law, including the New Jersey Open Public Records Act (OPRA).

As a result:

  • Information submitted through the Website may be subject to public disclosure upon lawful request.

  • Confidential or sensitive information should not be submitted through general website forms unless specifically requested.

Florence Township will disclose records only as required or permitted by law.

6. Data Security

Florence Township takes reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect information collected through the Website against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

The Website is hosted by a third-party hosting provider, and while reasonable safeguards are used, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure. Users submit information at their own risk.

7. Third-Party Websites

This Website may contain links to external websites not operated or controlled by Florence Township. The Township is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites. Visitors should review the privacy policies of any external sites they visit.

8. Children’s Privacy

The Website is not directed to children under the age of 13, and Florence Township does not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe that personal information from a child has been submitted to the Township, please contact us so appropriate action can be taken.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Florence 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. Continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

10. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or the Township’s handling of information, please contact:

Florence Township
711 Broad Street
Florence, NJ 08518

 (609) 499-2525