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Terms & Conditions

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Woodland Hills Landwise Alliance (WHLA)
Last Updated: January 21, 2026

Welcome to https://www.woodlandhillsla.org (the “Website”), operated by WHLA (“we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using this Website, you agree to these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Website.

 

1. Purpose of the Website

The Website is an advocacy-focused community platform dedicated to:

  • Public advocacy and education on land use, development, environmental, fire safety, traffic, and quality-of-life issues

  • Community organizing and civic engagement in Woodland Hills, California

  • Supporting advocacy efforts through voluntary donations

WHLA is a community advocacy organization and is not a government entity, not an official homeowners association, and does not represent the City of Los Angeles or any public agency.

 

2. No Legal or Professional Advice

Content on this Website is provided for informational and advocacy purposes only and does not constitute legal, planning, zoning, environmental, or professional advice.

Users should consult qualified professionals or appropriate government agencies for formal guidance or decisions.

 

3. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years of age to use this Website or make a donation. By using the Website, you confirm that you meet this requirement.

 

4. Donations

Donations made through this Website are voluntary and support WHLA’s advocacy, outreach, and operational efforts.

  • Donations are not guaranteed to result in a specific outcome or governmental action

  • Unless otherwise stated, donations are non-refundable

  • Donors are responsible for determining any tax implications

WHLA makes no representations regarding tax deductibility unless expressly stated.

 

5. User Conduct

Users agree not to:

  • Post false, misleading, or defamatory content

  • Harass, threaten, intimidate, or target individuals or groups

  • Use hate speech or discriminatory language

  • Post confidential, private, or personally identifying information

  • Impersonate public officials, agencies, or organizations

  • Disrupt Website operations or misuse site features

We reserve the right to remove content or restrict access at our discretion.

 

6. User-Generated Content

You are solely responsible for content you submit.

By submitting content, you grant WHLA a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to display, reproduce, and archive such content for advocacy, record-keeping, and Website operations.

You retain ownership of your content.

 

7. Moderation

WHLA reserves the right (but not the obligation) to:

  • Monitor and moderate content

  • Remove content that violates these Terms or Community Guidelines

  • Restrict or revoke access

Moderation decisions are final.

 

8. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

 

Privacy Policy

WHLA

1. Information We Collect

We may collect:

  • Names, email addresses, or contact information voluntarily provided

  • Donation information (processed via third-party payment processors)

  • Comments or messages submitted through the Website

  • Technical data such as IP address, browser type, and cookies

 

2. How We Use Information

Information is used to:

  • Operate and improve the Website

  • Communicate about advocacy efforts and updates

  • Process donations

  • Maintain site security and integrity

WHLA does not sell or rent personal information.

 

3. Third-Party Services

Donations and analytics may be handled by third-party service providers. These providers are governed by their own privacy policies. WHLA is not responsible for the policies of third-party service providers.

 

4. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect personal information but cannot guarantee absolute security.

 

5. California Privacy Rights

California residents may request access to or deletion of personal data by contacting us at whlaorg@gmail.com.

 

Disclaimer

General Disclaimer

All content on this Website is provided “as is” for advocacy and informational purposes.

WHLA makes no warranties regarding accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of content.

 

Public Comment & Government Process Disclaimer (IMPORTANT)

Content on this Website does not constitute official public comment to any government agency.

To ensure comments are included in the public record, users must submit comments directly to the appropriate agency or decision-making body, including but not limited to:

  • Los Angeles City Planning

  • City Council offices

  • LADOT

  • LAFD

  • CEQA environmental review portals

WHLA does not submit comments on behalf of individuals unless explicitly stated.

 

Advocacy Outcomes Disclaimer

Advocacy efforts, including petitions, letters, meetings, or donations, do not guarantee any particular governmental or legal outcome.

 

Community Guidelines

WHLA

We are committed to respectful, fact-based civic advocacy.

We Encourage:

  • Civil, constructive dialogue

  • Fact-supported discussion

  • Transparency and accountability

  • Community-focused solutions

We Do Not Allow:

  • Personal attacks or harassment

  • Doxxing or sharing private information

  • Misinformation presented as fact

  • Threatening or inflammatory language

Violations may result in moderation or removal.

 

Public Participation Notice

WHLA provides education, coordination, and advocacy support.
Formal objections, appeals, or public comments must be submitted directly to the relevant governmental authority.

 

Contact

For questions regarding these policies:

WHLA
https://www.woodlandhillsla.org
whlaorg@gmail.com

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