Terms and Conditions

The Borough of Sykesville is committed to protecting the privacy and security of residents and users of its automated notification system (“SykesConnect”). This section outlines how contact information is collected, used, and protected.

By providing your phone number, email address, or other contact information and opting into SykesConnect, you acknowledge and agree that such information will be used strictly for official Borough communications. These communications may include, but are not limited to, emergency alerts, public safety notices, utility updates, weather-related announcements, road closures, and general community information.

The Borough of Sykesville does not sell, trade, rent, or otherwise transfer your phone number or personal contact information to any third parties for marketing, advertising, or commercial purposes. All collected information is used solely for internal governmental communication and operational purposes related to serving the public.

In order to deliver notifications efficiently, the Borough may utilize third-party service providers (such as messaging, calling, or software platforms). Any such providers are contractually obligated to maintain the confidentiality and security of your information and are strictly prohibited from using, sharing, storing beyond necessity, or repurposing your data for any purpose other than providing services on behalf of the Borough of Sykesville.

The Borough takes reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, while we strive to use commercially acceptable means to safeguard your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and absolute security cannot be guaranteed.

Users are responsible for providing accurate and up-to-date contact information. Failure to maintain current information may result in missed or delayed notifications, for which the Borough shall not be held liable.

By participating in SykesConnect, you acknowledge that your contact information will be used as described in this section and that you understand the limitations associated with electronic communications.

If you have any questions regarding how your information is used or stored, you may contact the Borough of Sykesville directly using the contact information provided on the Borough’s official website.