Terms and Conditions
Effective Date: June 26, 2026
Welcome to manitoucbc.com. This website is operated by Manitou Citizens and Business Coalition to provide information about the organization, local policy issues, community updates, events, volunteer opportunities and related topics affecting Manitou Springs.
By accessing or using this website, you agree to the following Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use the website.
1. About This Website
This website is operated by Manitou Citizens and Business Coalition, also referred to as MCBC, to provide general information about the organization, local public policy topics, community updates, events, volunteer opportunities, advocacy efforts and related activity.
MCBC is a 501(c)(4) nonprofit corporation. This website is intended to support the organization’s mission of civic engagement, public education, community dialogue and advocacy on issues affecting residents, businesses, tourism and the economic health of Manitou Springs.
2. Acceptance of Terms
By using this website, you agree to follow these Terms of Use and all applicable laws. These terms apply to all visitors, users and others who access the website.
3. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms of Use from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted means you accept the revised terms.
4. Use of Website
This website is intended for personal, informational and non-commercial use. You may not use this website:
For any unlawful purpose
To interfere with the operation or security of the website
To submit false, misleading or harmful information
To attempt to gain unauthorized access to the website or related systems
To copy, scrape or misuse website content
To impersonate another person or organization
To violate any applicable federal, state or local law
We may restrict or block access to the website if we believe a user has violated these terms.
5. Public Policy and Advocacy Content
This website may contain information about local government, public policy, taxes, infrastructure, tourism, business issues, community engagement, ballot issues or other matters affecting Manitou Springs.
Information on this website is provided for civic engagement, advocacy, public education and general informational purposes.
MCBC may take positions on public policy issues, community issues or ballot-related matters as allowed by law for a 501(c)(4) nonprofit organization. Any required disclaimer, disclosure or notice will be provided as required by applicable federal, state or local law.
6. Donations
If this website includes a donation link, donations are subject to applicable laws and the policies of any third-party payment processor used to process the donation.
By making a donation, you certify that the information you provide is accurate and that you are legally eligible to make the donation.
We reserve the right to refuse, refund or return any donation if required by law or if we determine that the donation may not comply with applicable rules or organizational policies.
Donation processing may be handled by a third-party payment processor. We are not responsible for the acts, errors, fees, privacy practices or security practices of any third-party processor.
7. No Guarantee of Tax Treatment
Donations to a 501(c)(4) nonprofit organization are generally not tax-deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes. You should consult your own tax adviser with questions about tax treatment.
8. SMS Text Messaging
If you subscribe to receive updates or other information from us through an SMS text messaging program, you consent to receive text messages from us on your mobile device.
Subscribers may receive multiple messages from the organization. Message frequency may vary.
We do not charge for these services. However, your carrier’s normal messaging, data and other rates and fees may apply. You should check with your carrier to understand your plan and costs.
At any time, you may text STOP to cancel or HELP for customer support information. For questions about the services provided, you may email info@manitoucbc.com.
Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.
9. Email Communications
If you provide your email address, you may receive organization updates, event information, volunteer opportunities, fundraising messages or other communications from MCBC.
You may unsubscribe from emails by using the unsubscribe link in the email or by contacting us at info@manitoucbc.com.
10. User-Submitted Content
This website does not require or allow user account registration.
However, you may choose to submit information through forms, email, surveys, volunteer sign-ups, event registrations or other organization tools. This may include your name, contact information, comments, endorsements, photos, videos, stories or other materials.
You are responsible for any information or materials you submit. You agree not to submit content that is false, misleading, unlawful, defamatory, obscene, threatening, invasive of privacy, infringing or otherwise harmful.
11. License to Use Submitted Content
By submitting comments, endorsements, photos, videos, stories or other content to MCBC, you grant us permission to use, reproduce, publish, display, edit and distribute that content for organizational, advocacy, public education, fundraising and promotional purposes.
This permission includes use on this website, social media, email, digital ads, printed materials and other organization communications.
Do not submit content unless you have the right to share it and allow us to use it.
12. Intellectual Property
All content on this website, including text, graphics, images, videos, logos and other materials, is the property of MCBC or used with permission. This content is protected under applicable copyright, trademark and other laws.
You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, display or use any website content without prior written permission, except as allowed by law.
13. Third-Party Links and Tools
This website may contain links to third-party websites, platforms, donation processors, social media pages, event tools or other services. These links are provided for convenience only.
We do not control and are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, security practices or terms of any third-party website or service. Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk.
14. Privacy Policy
For information about how we collect, use and share information about you, please review our Privacy Policy.
By using this website, you also acknowledge the practices described in our Privacy Policy.
15. Accuracy of Information
We work to keep the information on this website accurate and current. However, we do not guarantee that all information is complete, accurate or up to date.
Information about public policy issues, meetings, deadlines, events, government actions and other materials may change. We may update, remove or revise website content at any time.
16. No Legal, Tax or Official Government Advice
The information on this website is provided for general advocacy, civic engagement and informational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, financial or official government advice.
You should not rely on this website as your only source for legal rights, tax obligations, government proceedings, public meeting dates, election deadlines or official government information.
17. Civic and Government Information Disclaimer
This website may include information about local government meetings, public policy proposals, ballot measures, voter registration, election deadlines or other civic matters.
While we try to provide accurate information, government schedules, rules, deadlines and official decisions may change.
You should confirm official information with the City of Manitou Springs, El Paso County, the Colorado Secretary of State or another appropriate government office.
18. No Warranties
This website and its content are provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, express or implied.
We do not guarantee that the website will be uninterrupted, secure, error-free or free of harmful components. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness or timeliness of any website content.
19. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, MCBC and its officers, employees, agents, vendors, volunteers and representatives shall not be liable for any damages arising from or related to your use of the website.
This includes damages resulting from website errors, downtime, third-party tools, inaccurate information, unauthorized access, loss of data or reliance on website content.
20. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify and hold harmless MCBC and its officers, employees, agents, vendors, volunteers and representatives from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs or expenses arising from:
Your use of the website
Your violation of these Terms of Use
Your submission of content or information
Your violation of any law or the rights of another person
21. Governing Law and Disputes
These Terms of Use and any disputes related to this website shall be governed by the laws of the State of Colorado, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Any dispute arising from or related to these terms or the website shall be handled in the appropriate state or federal courts located in Colorado, unless applicable law requires otherwise.
22. Termination or Restriction of Access
We may suspend, restrict or terminate access to the website at any time if we believe a user has violated these Terms of Use, misused the website or acted in a way that may harm the organization, website or others.
23. Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us at: