Terms and Conditions

Effective Date: 3/11/2025

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the Republic County Economic Development (“RCED”) website, including all content, services, and directory listings available through the site.

By accessing or using the RCED website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, you should discontinue use of the site immediately.

1. Introduction

The Republic County Economic Development website provides information and resources related to Republic County, Kansas. This includes, but is not limited to:

Directory listings for properties, childcare, businesses, and job openings

General information about Republic County

Community news, events, and updates

Contact information and resources for local economic development

These Terms apply to all users of the website, including visitors, listing owners, employers, and job seekers.

2. Eligibility

For General Use

You must be at least 18 years old to access or use the RCED website.

By using the website, you confirm that all information you provide is accurate and truthful.

For Listing Owners

You must have the legal authority to list properties, services, business information, or job openings on the RCED website.

By submitting a listing, you confirm that you are authorized to act on behalf of the property, business, or organization listed.

3. General Use of the Website

The RCED website is provided for informational purposes only.

You agree not to use the website for any unlawful or prohibited purpose.

You may not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the website, interfere with its operation, or access data not intended for you.

Any use of automated systems or software to extract data from the website without written permission is prohibited.

4. Listings

Accuracy

Listing owners are responsible for ensuring that all information provided in their listings is accurate, current, and compliant with applicable local, state, and federal laws.

RCED does not verify the accuracy of listings and is not responsible for errors or omissions.

Approval

All listings are subject to review and approval by the RCED team before they are published.

RCED reserves the right to reject or remove any listing that violates these Terms or is deemed inappropriate at our sole discretion.

Content Guidelines

Listings must not contain misleading, false, illegal, or discriminatory content.

Listings must not promote illegal activity or include offensive language, hate speech, or explicit material.

Listings must comply with all applicable laws, including fair housing and employment laws.

RCED reserves the right to modify, redact, or delete content that violates these guidelines.

5. User Conduct

For Listing Owners

You agree to respond to inquiries and handle communications professionally and in accordance with applicable laws.

You agree not to misuse user information obtained through the directory for spam, unsolicited communications, or unlawful purposes.

For Users

You agree to provide accurate and truthful information when inquiring about listings or communicating with listing owners.

You agree not to use the website for illegal or unauthorized purposes, including data scraping, hacking, or spamming.

6. Privacy and Data Collection

RCED may collect personal information from users and listing owners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

We may use cookies and tracking technologies to improve the user experience and analyze website performance.

By using the website, you consent to the collection, storage, and use of your information as outlined in the Privacy Policy.

We do not sell user information to third parties.

7. Intellectual Property

All content on the website, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is the property of RCED or its licensors and is protected by copyright and trademark laws.

You are encouraged to share and distribute content from the RCED website to help spread information and resources within the community. However, you may not modify or misrepresent the content.

Listings remain the intellectual property of the listing owner; however, by submitting a listing, you grant RCED a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to display, distribute, and promote the listing on the website and in marketing materials.

8. Third-Party Links and Content

The website may include links to third-party websites or content.

RCED does not endorse or guarantee the accuracy or safety of third-party websites.

RCED is not responsible for any damages or losses arising from your use of third-party links or content.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

The website and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind.

RCED does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of listings or content.

RCED disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

10. Limitation of Liability

RCED is not responsible for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of the website or reliance on any listing.

RCED is not liable for any disputes or issues between users and listing owners.

RCED’s total liability for any claim related to the website is limited to the amount paid, if any, to access the website.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless RCED, its employees, agents, and affiliates from any claims, damages, or losses arising from:

Your use of the website;

Your violation of these Terms;

Your interaction with other users or listing owners;

Your violation of any applicable law or third-party rights.

12. Termination

RCED reserves the right to terminate or suspend your access to the website at any time without notice if you violate these Terms or engage in fraudulent or illegal activity.

Listings may be removed at our sole discretion if they are found to violate these Terms or applicable laws.

13. Category-Specific Terms

Properties

Listings for properties must comply with all fair housing laws and regulations.

Rental rates, deposits, and terms are the responsibility of the listing owner and must be accurately disclosed.

Childcare

Listings for childcare providers must comply with all state and local licensing requirements.

Listing owners are responsible for the safety, health, and well-being of children under their care.

Businesses

Business listings must reflect accurate business hours, services, and contact information.

Misleading or false advertising is prohibited.

Job Postings

Employers are responsible for compliance with all applicable employment laws.

Job listings must not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, religion, disability, or any other protected status.

14. Changes to Terms

RCED reserves the right to update or modify these Terms at any time.

Any changes will be posted on the website, and continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of those changes.

We encourage you to review these Terms regularly.

15. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of the State of Kansas. Any disputes arising from the use of the website will be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts in Republic County, Kansas.

16. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact:

Director: Jenny Russell
Email: director@republiccountykansas.com
Phone: 785-374-3047