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By submitting a letter to council through SHELBURNE VOICE, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations.

2. Letter Submission Guidelines

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  • Content must not contain defamatory, offensive, or inappropriate language
  • Letters should be factual and avoid personal attacks
  • Maximum length is 2,000 characters
  • Anonymous submissions are permitted but discouraged for transparency

3. Community Review Process

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6. Prohibited Content

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7. Moderation and Enforcement

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8. Limitation of Liability

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9. Changes to Terms

These terms may be updated periodically. Continued use of the service constitutes acceptance of any changes.

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