Privacy Policy

How the City of Girard collects, uses, and protects your information.

Last updated: June 20, 2026

Information We Collect

The City of Girard website may collect certain information automatically when you visit, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, the pages you visit, and the date and time of your visit. This information is used solely for website administration and to improve the user experience.

When you submit forms on this website such as contact forms or service requests, we collect the information you provide including your name, email address, phone number, and the content of your message.

How We Use Your Information

Information collected through this website is used to:

  • Respond to your inquiries and service requests
  • Process applications and forms
  • Improve the functionality and content of our website
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Send alerts and notifications you have requested

Information Sharing

The City of Girard does not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personally identifiable information to outside parties. Information may be shared with city departments as necessary to fulfill your service request or as required by Kansas open records laws.

Kansas Open Records Act (KORA)

Please be aware that information submitted to the City of Girard may be subject to disclosure under the Kansas Open Records Act (KORA). For more information, please review the Citizens Guide to KORA.

Cookies

Our website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and improve site functionality. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect some website functionality.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. The City of Girard is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

Security

The City of Girard takes reasonable precautions to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact City Hall:

  • Phone: 620-724-8918
  • Address: 120 N Ozark Street, Girard, KS 66743
  • Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm