Effective Date: June 19, 2026

Welcome to the official website of Derrick Townsend for Santa Monica City Council 2026 ("Campaign," "we," "our," or "us"). By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use this website.

1. Purpose of this Website
This website is provided for informational, educational, fundraising, volunteer recruitment, voter engagement, and campaign communication purposes related to Derrick Townsend's campaign for Santa Monica City Council.
The information contained on this website is intended solely for lawful political and civic engagement.
2. Acceptance of Terms
By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms and Conditions, as well as our Privacy Policy.
3. Eligibility
By using this website, you represent that:

• You are at least 18 years of age or are using the website with the permission of a parent or legal guardian.

• You will use this website only for lawful purposes.

• You will not violate any applicable federal, state, or local laws while using this website.

4. Acceptable Use
You agree not to:

• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the website or its servers.

• Upload viruses, malware, or malicious code.

• Interfere with the operation or security of the website.

• Use the website to harass, threaten, impersonate, or defame others.

• Collect personal information about other users without authorization.

• Submit false, fraudulent, or misleading information through campaign forms.

• Use automated systems to scrape or copy website content without permission.

The Campaign reserves the right to suspend or terminate access to anyone who violates these Terms.
5. Campaign Contributions
If you make a contribution through this website, you certify that:

• The contribution is made voluntarily.

• The funds are your own.

• You are not making the contribution on behalf of another individual or entity.

• Your contribution complies with all applicable federal, California, and local campaign finance laws.

• Contributions are not tax deductible.

• Contributions may be publicly disclosed as required by law.

The Campaign reserves the right to refuse or refund any contribution that cannot legally be accepted.
6. Volunteer Participation
By submitting a volunteer form, you agree that:

• The information you provide is accurate.

• Submission of a volunteer application does not create an employment relationship.

• The Campaign may contact you regarding volunteer opportunities, events, and campaign activities.

7. Email and SMS Communications
By providing your email address and/or mobile phone number, you consent to receive campaign communications, including:

• Campaign updates

• Event invitations

• Volunteer opportunities

• Election reminders

• Fundraising requests

• News and announcements

Message and data rates may apply.
Consent to receive text messages is not required as a condition of making a contribution.
You may unsubscribe from campaign emails using the unsubscribe link included in each email.
You may opt out of text messages at any time by replying STOP.
8. Intellectual Property
All content on this website, including but not limited to:

• Logos

• Campaign branding

• Graphics

• Photographs

• Videos

• Written content

• Documents

• Downloadable materials

• Website design

is the property of Derrick Townsend for Santa Monica City Council 2026 or is used with permission and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
You may share publicly available campaign materials for personal, educational, or political purposes provided they are not altered or misrepresented.
Commercial use is prohibited without prior written permission.
9. User Submissions
Any information voluntarily submitted through this website—including volunteer forms, contact forms, event registrations, comments, testimonials, or other communications—may be used by the Campaign for lawful campaign purposes.
You represent that any materials you submit:

• Are truthful.

• Do not violate the rights of others.

• Do not contain unlawful or defamatory material.

10. Third-Party Services
This website may utilize third-party providers including:

• Payment processors

• Fundraising platforms

• Email marketing services

• SMS providers

• Analytics providers

• Social media platforms

Your use of these third-party services is subject to their own terms and privacy policies.
The Campaign is not responsible for the content, security, or privacy practices of third-party websites or services.
11. External Links
This website may contain links to external websites for your convenience.
The Campaign does not control or endorse third-party websites and assumes no responsibility for their content or practices.
12. Website Availability
While we strive to keep this website available and up to date, we do not guarantee uninterrupted access or error-free operation.
We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any portion of the website at any time without notice.
13. Disclaimer of Warranties
This website and all information provided are offered on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis.
The Campaign makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding:

• Accuracy

• Completeness

• Reliability

• Availability

• Fitness for a particular purpose

• Non-infringement

Campaign positions, endorsements, event information, and other content may change without notice.
14. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by California law, Derrick Townsend for Santa Monica City Council 2026, its officers, volunteers, consultants, contractors, and representatives shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising out of your use of this website.
This includes, but is not limited to:

• Website interruptions

• Technical failures

• Loss of data

• Unauthorized access

• Viruses or malware

• Reliance on website information

15. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Derrick Townsend for Santa Monica City Council 2026, its officers, volunteers, consultants, agents, and representatives from any claims, damages, liabilities, costs, or expenses arising from:

• Your use of this website;

• Your violation of these Terms;

• Your violation of applicable law; or

• Your infringement of another person's rights.

16. Privacy
Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information.
17. Accessibility
The Campaign is committed to making this website accessible to all users.
If you encounter accessibility barriers or need assistance accessing information on this website, please contact the Campaign.
18. Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by the laws of the State of California without regard to conflict of law principles.
Any legal action relating to these Terms shall be brought exclusively in a court of competent jurisdiction located in Los Angeles County, California.
19. Changes to These Terms
The Campaign may update these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice.
Changes become effective immediately upon posting to this website.
Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
20. Contact Information
Questions regarding these Terms and Conditions may be directed to:
Derrick Townsend for Santa Monica City Council 2026
FPPC ID #1485038
Email: info@derricktownsend.com

Paid for by Derrick Townsend for Santa Monica City Council 2026. FPPC ID #1485038.