Community Guidelines
Building a safe, respectful, and inclusive community for all Roosevelt Island residents and workers
Our Community Values
Roosevelt Island Connect is more than just a platform—it's a digital extension of our close-knit island community. These guidelines help ensure that our online interactions reflect the same respect, kindness, and neighborly spirit that make Roosevelt Island special.
By participating in our community, you agree to follow these guidelines and help create a positive environment where everyone feels welcome and valued.
Respect
Treat all community members with dignity and respect, regardless of differences in opinion or background.
Helpfulness
Share knowledge, offer assistance, and contribute positively to community discussions.
Safety
Keep our community safe by reporting inappropriate content and protecting personal information.
What We Encourage
Community Building
- • Welcome new residents and workers
- • Share local knowledge and recommendations
- • Organize and promote community events
- • Offer help to neighbors in need
- • Celebrate community achievements
Helpful Content
- • Local news and important announcements
- • Resources for island services
- • Safety alerts and community updates
- • Lost and found items
- • Community feedback and suggestions
Respectful Communication
- • Use kind and constructive language
- • Listen to different perspectives
- • Disagree respectfully when necessary
- • Use proper grammar and spelling
- • Keep discussions relevant and on-topic
Privacy & Safety
- • Protect your own personal information
- • Respect others' privacy preferences
- • Report suspicious or inappropriate behavior
- • Use secure communication for sensitive matters
- • Follow local laws and regulations
What We Don't Allow
Harassment & Hate
- • Personal attacks or bullying
- • Discriminatory language or behavior
- • Hate speech based on identity
- • Threats or intimidation
- • Doxxing or sharing private information
Spam & Misuse
- • Excessive promotional content
- • Repetitive or irrelevant posts
- • Impersonation of others
- • Multiple accounts by the same person
- • Automated posting or bot activity
Illegal Content
- • Illegal activities or services
- • Copyrighted material without permission
- • Fraudulent schemes or scams
- • Drug sales or illegal substances
- • Weapons or dangerous items
Inappropriate Content
- • Explicit or graphic content
- • Excessive profanity or vulgarity
- • Content harmful to minors
- • False or misleading information
- • Content that violates privacy
Business & Commercial Activity
✓ Acceptable Business Activity
- • Local Roosevelt Island businesses
- • Community services and resources
- • Resident-to-resident transactions
- • Community event promotions
- • Professional services by residents
✗ Prohibited Business Activity
- • Multi-level marketing or pyramid schemes
- • External businesses with no island connection
- • Excessive promotional posting
- • Unsolicited direct messages for sales
- • Misleading or false advertising
Note: Local businesses interested in larger partnerships should review our Business Partnership Inquiries page.
Reporting & Enforcement
How to Report Issues
Use the report function on posts or profiles when available
Email us at [email protected] with details about the issue
Include screenshots or links when possible to help us investigate
Our Response Process
- • We review all reports within 24-48 hours
- • Serious violations result in immediate action
- • First-time minor violations may receive warnings
- • Repeat violations can lead to account suspension
- • Severe violations result in permanent bans
- • Appeals can be submitted to [email protected]
Updates to These Guidelines
These community guidelines may be updated from time to time to reflect the evolving needs of our community. We will notify users of significant changes through platform announcements.
Last updated: June 2025 | Questions? Contact us at [email protected]
Thank you for helping build our community!
By following these guidelines, you're helping create a welcoming space where all Roosevelt Island residents and workers can connect, share, and thrive together.