Terms of
Service

Last Updated: May 29, 2026

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of https://www.michellelongspears.com/, operated for the DeKalb County District 2 Commission Office for Commissioner Michelle Long Spears (“District 2,” “we,” “our,” or “us”).

By using this website, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the website.

1. Purpose of This Website

This website is provided to share public information about DeKalb County District 2, Commissioner Michelle Long Spears, District 2 priorities, constituent services, newsletters, public resources, contact options, and related community information.

The website is intended for informational and constituent service purposes.

2. Not for Emergency Use

This website, contact forms, emails, and text message services are not emergency communication channels.

For emergencies, call 911 immediately.

For non-emergency county-related issues, you may contact DeKalb County’s Citizen Help Center by dialing 311, where available, or contact the appropriate county department directly. The District 2 website also directs constituents to use 311 for non-emergency county-related issues.

3. Constituent Communications

You may use the website, contact links, email address, phone number, text service, or linked request forms to contact the District 2 office.

When you submit a request, comment, message, or concern, you agree that:

  • The information you provide is accurate to the best of your knowledge
  • You will not submit false, misleading, abusive, threatening, unlawful, or harmful content
  • District 2 staff may review and respond to your submission
  • Your request may be referred to appropriate county departments or agencies for response or resolution
  • Submission of a request does not guarantee a specific outcome, response time, or government action

4. Public Records Notice

Communications submitted to the District 2 Commission Office may be considered government records.

Information submitted through this website, email, forms, text messages, or other communication channels may be subject to disclosure under the Georgia Open Records Act unless protected by an applicable exemption. Georgia’s Open Records Act gives residents the right to request access to county public records unless those records are exempt by law.

Do not submit sensitive personal, financial, medical, or confidential information unless it is necessary for your request.

5. Newsletter and Email Updates

If you subscribe to District 2 newsletters or email updates, you agree to receive public information, announcements, community updates, event notices, and related communications.

You may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link in the email or by contacting our office.

6. SMS / Text Message Terms

By providing your mobile number and opting in to receive text updates from DeKalb County Commissioner Michelle Long Spears / District 2, you agree to receive recurring text messages related to District 2 updates, community information, public meetings, events, resources, and constituent services.

Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply.

You may opt out at any time by replying:

STOP — to stop receiving messages
HELP — to receive help or support information

Consent to receive text messages is not required to receive constituent services from the District 2 office.

We do not sell or share SMS opt-in information or mobile numbers with third parties for their own marketing or promotional purposes.

7. Acceptable Use

You agree not to use this website to:

  • Violate any law or regulation
  • Submit false, fraudulent, abusive, defamatory, obscene, threatening, or harassing content
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to website systems
  • Interfere with website security or functionality
  • Upload or transmit malware, viruses, scripts, or harmful code
  • Impersonate another person or entity
  • Use the website for spam, automated abuse, or unauthorized data collection

We reserve the right to restrict access, remove content, or take appropriate action if misuse occurs.

8. Website Content

We work to keep the information on this website accurate and current. However, public information, county resources, meeting details, department links, programs, policies, and contact information may change.

We do not guarantee that all website content will always be complete, accurate, current, uninterrupted, or error-free.

For official county records, policies, or legal notices, users should refer to the appropriate DeKalb County department or official county source.

9. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites, including county departments, state resources, social media platforms, newsletter platforms, video platforms, maps, and constituent communication tools.

We provide these links for convenience and public information. We do not control third-party websites and are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, security, accuracy, or availability.

Use of third-party websites is subject to their own terms and privacy policies.

10. Social Media

The website may link to or embed social media content. Your interaction with social media platforms is governed by the policies and terms of those platforms.

Comments, messages, or interactions on social media may be publicly visible depending on the platform and your privacy settings.

11. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, website text, graphics, images, logos, layout, and other content are owned by or licensed to the District 2 Commission Office, DeKalb County, or applicable third-party providers.

You may view, share, and print website content for personal, educational, civic, or non-commercial purposes, provided that you do not alter the content in a misleading way or imply unauthorized endorsement.

Third-party logos, social media marks, embedded content, and linked content remain the property of their respective owners.

12. Accessibility

We aim to make this website accessible and usable for all visitors. The website includes accessibility tools such as text adjustment, contrast options, and readable font options.

If you experience difficulty accessing any part of the website, please contact our office so we can assist you.

13. Disclaimer of Warranties

This website is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.

We make no warranties or representations that:

  • The website will always be available
  • The website will be free from errors or interruptions
  • The website will be free from viruses or harmful components
  • All information will always be complete, current, or error-free
  • Linked third-party websites will be accurate, secure, or available

14. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the District 2 Commission Office, DeKalb County, officials, employees, staff, contractors, and service providers shall not be liable for any damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, this website or linked third-party websites.

This includes direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages.

15. No Legal, Professional, or Official Determination Advice

Content on this website is provided for general public information. It does not constitute legal advice, professional advice, or a final official determination by DeKalb County or any government department.

For specific county services, legal rights, permits, applications, records, or official decisions, please contact the appropriate county department or legal authority.

16. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Continued use of the website after changes are posted means you accept the updated Terms.

17. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, contact:

DeKalb County District 2 Commission Office
Commissioner Michelle Long Spears
Email: district2@dekalbcountyga.gov
Phone: (404) 371-2863
Text Constituent Services: 470-722-1654

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