AGENDA CAPTION:
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Consider approval of Resolution 2020-229R, approving the compliance policy under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 in connection with the City’s requirements as Direct Recipient of Federal Transit Administration Funding, and declaring an effective date.
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Meeting date: October 20, 2020
Department: General Services
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Funds Required: NA
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Background Information:
• At Council’s direction the City became a direct recipient of the Federal Transit Administration on October 1, 2019
• The City’s Title VI policy has been updated to include specific requirements for a direct recipient of the Federal Transit Administration including approval of the City’s Title VI policy by the governing body
• Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination on the basis of Race, Color or National Origin
• The City’s Title VI policy will be reviewed every three years to ensure the policy is compliant with any changes in the law and that all data is accurate
• The City has adopted other anti-discrimination policies which support Title VI requirements relating to employment, procurement and equal access
• The City adheres to other laws which prohibit discrimination
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Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval.