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The City of West Lafayette uses social media to share official information, highlight City services and programs, promote public safety, and engage with our community.

We are committed to using these platforms in a way that is transparent, respectful, inclusive, and aligned with our mission to serve residents.

Official City Social Media Accounts

The City maintains official accounts across a variety of platforms, including but not limited to:

Facebook
Instagram
X (formerly Twitter)
YouTube
LinkedIn
Nextdoor
City-branded applications and notification services

These accounts are used to provide timely updates, emergency information, program announcements, and opportunities for civic engagement.

Public Engagement and Commenting

We welcome respectful dialogue and value feedback from residents, including constructive criticism and differing viewpoints. Open discussion helps us better serve the community.

All official City of West Lafayette social media accounts are designated as limited public forums. This means the pages are intended to communicate official City information and facilitate discussion on topics identified and raised by the City.

To ensure a safe and respectful online environment, comments and posts are moderated in accordance with the City’s Community Moderation Policy.

View the City of West Lafayette Community Moderation Policy

Community Moderation Standards

The City may remove comments or content that:

Contain threats, harassment, or discriminatory language
Include obscene or sexually explicit content
Promote commercial services, products, or political campaigns
Encourage illegal activity
Share confidential or protected personal information
Compromise public safety or ongoing investigations
Are unrelated to City business or the topic identified by the City

Comments expressing disagreement or criticism of the City will not be removed solely because of their viewpoint.

All moderation decisions are made in a consistent, viewpoint-neutral manner and in accordance with applicable law.

Public Records Notice

Content posted on City social media accounts, including comments and direct messages, may be considered public records under Indiana law and may be subject to disclosure.

City social media accounts are not intended to serve as official channels for submitting public records requests or service requests unless expressly identified as such. For official records requests, please contact the Clerk’s Office.

Emergency Communications

During emergencies, social media may be used to provide verified updates. To report emergencies, always call 911.

Contact Us

If you have questions regarding the City’s social media platforms or the Community Moderation Policy, please contact:

Communications Department
communications@westlafayette.in.gov

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