Effective Date: December 4, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Milwaukee Junior Fire Institute (“MKEJFI,” “we,” “our,” “us”) website located at https://mkejfi.com (“Website”).

By accessing, browsing, or using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Website immediately.

MKEJFI may update or modify these Terms at any time. Updates will be posted with a new Effective Date.

2. Purpose of the Website

This Website is intended to provide general information about:

  • MKEJFI programs 
  • Youth fire education opportunities 
  • Enrollment or application processes 
  • Events, schedules, announcements 
  • Resources for participants, guardians, and community members 

The Website is informational only and does not create any contractual relationship or guarantee acceptance into programs.

3. User Responsibilities

You agree not to:

  • Use the Website for unlawful or harmful purposes 
  • Attempt unauthorized access to the Website, servers, or databases 
  • Interfere with Website functionality or security 
  • Upload or transmit malicious code, viruses, or harmful files 
  • Misrepresent your identity or affiliation 
  • Use automated tools (bots, scrapers, crawlers) without written permission 

Any misuse may lead to restricted access and potential legal action.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

All Website content—including text, images, graphics, videos, logos, layout, and design—is owned by MKEJFI or licensed for use. This content is protected under:

  • U.S. copyright law 
  • State intellectual property laws 
  • International conventions 

Except where permitted by law:

  • You may not copy, distribute, reproduce, modify, republish, or create derivative works without written permission from MKEJFI. 
  • Short quotations or references for educational or noncommercial use are permitted with proper attribution. 

5. Accuracy of Information

MKEJFI strives to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of information on the Website. However:

  • Content may be updated, removed, or changed without notice. 
  • We do not warrant that Website content is error-free, comprehensive, or current. 

Use of Website information is at your own risk.

6. Third-Party Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites or resources. MKEJFI:

  • Does not control or endorse third-party content 
  • Is not responsible for the accuracy, security, or privacy practices of external sites 
  • Is not liable for loss or damage caused by use of third-party resources 

Users should review the policies of any linked sites before interacting with them.

7. Accessibility

MKEJFI is committed to accessibility for all users.
 The Website follows general web accessibility principles and may use assistive technologies such as compatibility with screen readers or browser accessibility settings.

If you encounter accessibility barriers, contact us at:
 jhayes@milwaukee.gov or 414-788-3270
 We will make reasonable efforts to provide accessible alternatives.

8. Privacy & Cookie Practices

Use of the Website is also governed by:

  • Privacy Policy 
  • Cookie Policy (including TrustArc cookie-consent management) 

By using the Website, you acknowledge:

  • MKEJFI may collect certain personal data as described in the Privacy Policy 
  • Non-essential cookies (analytics, functional) will not be activated without consent for EU/UK users 
  • TrustArc manages cookie consent, preference storage, and compliance automation 

You may adjust cookie preferences at any time using the Cookie Settings link in the site footer.

9. Communications & User Submissions

If you submit information through forms, email, or applications, you agree that:

  • The information you provide is accurate and lawful 
  • MKEJFI may use the information to respond, process applications, or communicate with you 
  • MKEJFI is not liable for errors resulting from incorrect or incomplete submissions 

User-generated content must not be abusive, defamatory, dangerous, illegal, or harmful.

10. Program Applications & Enrollment

Submission of an application or interest form:

  • Does not guarantee acceptance into MKEJFI programs 
  • Does not constitute a binding agreement or enrollment 
  • May require additional documentation, interviews, permissions, or parental/guardian consent 

Program availability and requirements are subject to change.

11. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Website is provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, including:

  • Fitness for a particular purpose 
  • Non-infringement 
  • Accuracy or completeness 
  • Availability or uninterrupted operation 
  • Freedom from errors, defects, viruses, or harmful components 

MKEJFI does not guarantee continuous, error-free, or secure access to the Website.

12. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, MKEJFI, its staff, volunteers, partners, and affiliates are not liable for any direct or indirect damages, including:

  • Errors or inaccuracies on the Website 
  • Technical failures, interruptions, or downtime 
  • Loss of data or security breaches 
  • Actions taken in reliance on Website content 
  • Damage to devices or software caused by use of the Website 

This limitation applies regardless of legal theory (contract, tort, negligence, etc.).

13. Indemnification

By using the Website, you agree to indemnify and hold MKEJFI harmless from any claims, losses, liabilities, damages, or expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) arising from:

  • Your misuse of the Website 
  • Your violation of these Terms 
  • Your breach of applicable laws 
  • Your submission of unlawful or harmful content 

14. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Wisconsin, without regard to conflicts of law principles.

Any disputes will be resolved in state or federal courts located in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, unless otherwise required by law.

15. Termination & Suspension of Access

MKEJFI may:

  • Suspend Website access 
  • Restrict certain functionalities 
  • Terminate access entirely 

if a user violates these Terms, attempts to compromise Website security, or engages in harmful activities.

16. Modifications to the Website

MKEJFI reserves the right to modify, remove, or update Website content, features, design, or functionality at any time without prior notice.

17. Contact Information

Questions about these Terms may be directed to:

Milwaukee Junior Fire Institute (MKEJFI)
 6680 N Teutonia Ave
 Milwaukee, WI 53209
 Email: jhayes@milwaukee.gov
 Phone: 414-788-3270