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and the City's Respectful Workplace policy. Employees and agents should also review the Data Ownership section of this policy (below). There may be times when personal use of social media (even if it is off-duty or using the employee's own equipment) may spill over into the workplace and become the basis for employee coaching or discipline. Examples of situations where this might occur include: • Friendships, dating or romance between co-workers • Cyber-bullying, stalking or harassment • Release of confidential or private data; if there are questions about what constitute confidential or private data, contact your supervisor. • Unlawful activities • Misuse of city-owned social media • Inappropriate use of the city's name, logo or the employee's position or title • Using city-owned equipment or city-time for extensive personal social media use Each situation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis because the laws in this area are complex. If you have any questions about what types of activities might result in discipline, please discuss the type of usage with your supervisor Data Ownership All social media communications or messages composed, sent, or received on city equipment in an official capacity are the property of the City and will be subject to the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act. This law classifies certain information as available to the public upon request. The City of Centerville also maintains the sole property rights to any image, video or audio captured while a City employee is representing the City in any capacity. The City retains the right to monitor employee's social media use on city equipment and will exercise its right as necessary. Users should have no expectation of privacy. Social media is not a secure means of communication. Policy Violations Violations of the Policy will subject the employee to disciplinary action up to and including discharge from employment. 90