Copyright
Information and materials created by Genesee County and published on official County social media accounts are the property of Genesee County. The County retains copyright over text, graphics, images and other content produced by Genesee County.
Public Comment Guidelines
Genesee County uses social media to communicate with residents and the public. When public comments are permitted, the County may remove content that includes:
- Links to websites known to contain malicious code or present a verified cybersecurity threat.
- Comments or content unrelated to the subject of the post or discussion.
- Profane, obscene or vulgar language or content.
- Comments or content that promotes, encourages or perpetuates discrimination based on race, color, gender, gender identity, national origin, religion, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, disability, maternity leave, genetic information or active military status.
- Threatening or harassing comments or content.
- Sexual comments, sexual content or links to sexual content.
- Illegal activity or encouragement of illegal activity.
- Support for or opposition to political campaigns.
People who repeatedly post prohibited content may be blocked from participating on Genesee County social media accounts.
Freedom of Information Law and Official Notice
Communications submitted to a County government entity through a Genesee County social media account are not considered formal public comments or official legal notice to the County. Social media communications are also not considered requests for records under the New York State Freedom of Information Law.
Photo and Video Policy
Genesee County employees may take photographs or record videos of people attending public events coordinated by Genesee County departments. These photographs and videos may appear in County publications, third-party media coverage, promotional materials or marketing materials.
Participation in or attendance at these public programs constitutes voluntary consent to being photographed or recorded. To request that a photograph or video not be published, contact Genesee County Public Communications at (585) 815-7825 or email the County Manager's Office.