Last updated: August 20, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how the City of Southgate, Michigan (“City,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit the City's website (“Site”).
We are committed to protecting the privacy of our visitors and providing transparency regarding technologies used to operate and improve the Site.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer, tablet, mobile device, or other device when you visit a website. They can help websites maintain sessions, remember preferences, improve functionality, and understand how visitors interact with the website.
Cookies may include:
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Session Cookies – Temporary cookies that are generally deleted when you close your browser.
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Persistent Cookies – Cookies that remain on your device for a specified period or until manually deleted.
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First-Party Cookies – Cookies placed directly by the City's website.
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Third-Party Cookies – Cookies placed by external service providers whose services or functionality are incorporated into the Site.
2. Why We Use Cookies
Cookies and similar technologies may be used for purposes including:
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Essential and Security Functions
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Supporting functionality necessary for the Site to operate.
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Maintaining secure sessions and administrative logins.
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Supporting security, load balancing, and other technical functions.
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Performance and Analytics
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Understanding how visitors interact with the Site.
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Measuring website traffic and page usage.
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Identifying technical problems and improving navigation, performance, and content.
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Functionality and Preferences
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Remembering certain visitor preferences.
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Supporting accessibility, language, display, or other website settings when available.
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3. Cookies and Third-Party Services
The Site may use cookies or similar technologies associated with third-party services, such as website analytics, embedded content, mapping services, accessibility tools, or other functionality.
These third parties may collect technical information according to their own privacy policies and practices. The City does not control cookies placed directly by third-party websites or services.
The City does not use cookies for commercial advertising or to sell information about visitors for marketing purposes.
4. Managing Cookies
Most web browsers provide controls that allow you to view, block, restrict, or delete cookies. Visitors may adjust these settings through their browser.
The Site may also provide a cookie notification or consent tool that allows visitors to manage certain optional cookies when applicable.
Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality or performance of portions of the Site or third-party services incorporated into it.
5. Changes to This Policy
The City may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, applicable law, third-party services, or website practices.
Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.
6. Contact Us
Questions regarding this Cookie Policy may be directed to:
City of Southgate
14400 Dix Toledo Road
Southgate, MI 48195
Phone: 734-258-3010