Social Media

Social Media Use Disclaimer

The City of Seabrook uses social media platforms to share city news, events, alerts, and information that support public awareness and community engagement. While we strive to post accurate and timely information, the City’s official website at www.seabrooktx.gov remains the primary and most reliable source for official communications.

For questions requiring a response or to request city services, please visit our website or call (281) 291-5600. In emergencies, always dial 911.

Comment Guidelines and Moderation

To ensure respectful and meaningful conversations, the City of Seabrook reserves the right to hide, delete, or restrict comments or content that include:

• Comments in support of or in opposition to political campaigns or ballot measures.
• Profane language or content. Abusive or disparaging comments directed at individual(s).
• Content that promotes, fosters, or perpetuates discrimination based on race, creed, color, age, religion, gender, marital status or lack thereof, socio-economic status of individual(s), national origin, physical or mental disability, or sexual orientation
• Sexual expression, discrimination, harassment, or content of any kind, or links to sexual content or pornography, whether of an adult, minor, or child. 
• Any expression of conduct or encouragement of illegal activity.
• Information that may tend to compromise the safety or security of the public or the City’s public safety systems.
• Any expression of words that would disparage the right, title, or interest of a legal ownership of any other individual or business. 
• Comments that do not pertain to the topic under discussion, including comments containing links to other websites or pages that are not relevant to the topic under discussion.
• References to or inappropriate characterizations of individuals, including personal attacks upon any member of the public, City employee, or City official.
• Advertising or promotional announcements of private or commercial enterprises, even if not for profit, unless the City is co-sponsoring such activity or event. Only City business-related advertising (services) or promotional announcements (special events) are allowed.
• Individually identifiable information (e.g., address, phone number, and social security numbers) of specific individuals, City employees, officials, or members of the public.

Comments posted on Seabrook’s social media pages do not reflect the views of the City, its officials, or employees. We trust our community to engage respectfully. Our social media accounts are not monitored 24/7, and moderation may be delayed outside regular business hours.

To report a violation, please email the Department of Public Affairs.

Public Record and Privacy Notice

All posts and comments on City of Seabrook social media accounts are considered public records and may be subject to the Texas Public Information Act.

These records may be retained in accordance with state records retention laws.

Users should refrain from posting private or sensitive personal information. If necessary, contact the City directly through email or phone instead of public platforms.

Linking, Endorsements, and Logos

Links shared by the City to external websites do not imply endorsement of the site, its views, products, or services.

Third-party providers host social media sites that the City uses. Users are also subject to those platforms’ terms of service and privacy policies.

The City of Seabrook logo is a protected asset and may not be used or reproduced without written permission from the City.

Acknowledgement

By engaging with our social media pages, you agree to these terms and conditions. This policy may be updated as needed to reflect changes in law, best practices, or city procedures.

For questions or concerns, contact the Department of Public Affairs.