Effective Date: March 5, 2026
1. Introduction
So Laguna Neighborhood Association (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is a non-profit social welfare organization dedicated to the residents of Laguna Beach. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This policy describes how we collect, use, and share your data in compliance with California law.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you join the association, sign a petition, or subscribe to our newsletter, including:
- Personal Identifiers: Name, physical address, email address, and phone number.
- Civic Data: Your neighborhood interests, volunteer preferences, and any public comments you submit to our advocacy pages.
- Technical Data: IP address and browsing behavior collected via cookies to improve website performance (managed via Cloudflare).
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
- Send updates on neighborhood advocacy and local infrastructure projects.
- Verify your residency for member-only voting or surveys.
- Civic Engagement: To communicate with you regarding local elections, ballot measures, and civic leadership opportunities that affect South Laguna.
4. Sharing of Information (The “Campaign” Clause)
We do not sell your personal information to third-party marketing companies. However, consistent with our mission of civic advocacy:
- Affiliated Entities: We may share your information with affiliated non-profit organizations or partner committees that share our mission of improving the quality of life and leadership in Laguna Beach.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect the safety of our community.
5. Your California Privacy Rights
Under the California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA) and the CCPA, you have the right to:
- Know what personal data is being collected.
- Request Access to the specific pieces of information we hold about you.
- Request Deletion of your data at any time.
- Opt-Out of any future communications by clicking “Unsubscribe” in our emails or contacting us at michael@solaguna.com.
6. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures, including SSL encryption and secure hosting via Hosting.com, to protect your data. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our activities or legal obligations. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page with a new “Effective Date.”
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: So Laguna Neighborhood Association via michael@solaguna.com.