Effective Date: August 19, 2025
The Chinatown-International District Business Improvement Area (CHINATOWN-INTERNATIONAL DISTRICT BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you interact with us online or in person.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, business name, property ownership details, or mailing address if you choose to provide it through forms, surveys, or correspondence.
- Non-Personal Information: Browser type, device information, and website usage data (such as pages visited) when you access our website.
- Business-Related Information: Assessment payment status, participation in CHINATOWN-INTERNATIONAL DISTRICT BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA programs/events, or feedback submitted through surveys and outreach.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Provide services such as sanitation, public safety, and community engagement.
- Communicate updates about events, programs, or neighborhood initiatives.
- Maintain records of assessments and business/property owner engagement.
- Improve our services, outreach, and website functionality.
- Comply with legal and city requirements for BIA operations.
3. Information Sharing
CHINATOWN-INTERNATIONAL DISTRICT BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA does not sell or rent your personal information. We may share limited information only in these circumstances:
- With Service Providers: Vendors or contractors who assist us in delivering services (e.g., sanitation crews, event organizers).
- With the City of Seattle: As required by BIA ordinance and reimbursement procedures.
- For Legal Compliance: If required by law, regulation, or legal process.
4. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.
5. Your Choices
- You may opt out of receiving newsletters, event updates, or other communications by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails or contacting us directly.
- You may request to access, correct, or delete your personal information by emailing info@cidbia.org.
6. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. CHINATOWN-INTERNATIONAL DISTRICT BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.
7. Children’s Privacy
CHINATOWN-INTERNATIONAL DISTRICT BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on our website with the “Effective Date” revised accordingly.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Chinatown-International District Business Improvement Area (CHINATOWN-INTERNATIONAL DISTRICT BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA)
409b S Maynard Ave S
Seattle, WA 98104
(206) 571-3436
info@cidbia.org