Privacy Policy

Jackson County, Missouri – Privacy and Security Statement

Jackson County, Missouri (jacksongov.org) is dedicated to maintaining the privacy and security of all visitors and users of our website and electronic communications. Please review the following terms carefully to understand our practices.

Privacy and Public Records

All communications conducted through the Jackson County website, emails, or other electronic methods, including Microsoft Teams, may be subject to disclosure under Missouri’s Sunshine Law (Chapter 610, RSMo). This law requires governmental entities to provide access to public records unless an exemption specifically applies.

Microsoft Teams Meetings

Jackson County utilizes Microsoft Teams for virtual meetings and collaboration. By participating in any Microsoft Teams meeting organized by Jackson County, you agree and consent to the meeting being recorded. Recorded meetings may be retained and shared for purposes of documentation, public transparency, training, or compliance.

Information Security

Jackson County employs appropriate measures designed to safeguard your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. Such measures include secure data storage, encryption, access restrictions, and periodic security assessments. However, no electronic communication or data transmission is completely secure; therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Website Usage Information

When visiting jacksongov.org, certain non-personally identifiable data, such as IP addresses, browser information, date and time of visit, and pages viewed, may be automatically collected. This information assists us in improving website functionality and user experience. Any personally identifiable information voluntarily submitted through our website forms or email is used exclusively for responding to your inquiries or service requests.

Third-Party Providers

Jackson County may utilize third-party service providers, such as Microsoft 365 and cloud storage solutions, to facilitate communication and data management. These third parties are governed by their own privacy and security policies, and we encourage users to review those independently.

Mobile Communications and SMS Notifications

Jackson County collects mobile phone numbers solely to provide SMS alerts and communications that users have explicitly opted into, and standard messaging rates may apply. We do not sell, share, or disclose mobile numbers or related data for marketing purposes, and such data is solely used for service notifications, emergency alerts, or other authorized messages. By providing a mobile number, users consent to receive these communications, but may opt out at any time by replying “STOP” or contacting the County through the provided method, after which messages will cease. This practice aligns with the County’s broader Privacy and Security Statement and complies with applicable local, state, and federal law. Any material updates to this policy will be posted with a revision date, and users are responsible for reviewing changes periodically.

Contact Information

If you have questions regarding this Privacy and Security Statement or wish to submit a public records request under Missouri’s Sunshine Law, please follow the link below:

Open Records Request