PLACEMENT: Consent
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TITLE VI NONDISCRIMINATION PROGRAM PLAN
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
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Martin County as a recipient of Federal financial assistance and pursuant to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. ? 2000d et seq. is required to have an auditable Title VI Program Plan. In addition, Martin County as a designated recipient of Federal funds from the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and pursuant to Title 49 U.S.C., Chapter 53 must submit their Title VI Program to FTA every three years. The Title VI Program must be approved by the recipient's appropriate governing entity prior to submission to FTA.
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DEPARTMENT: Public Works
PREPARED BY: Name: Cheryl White
Title: Transit Specialist
REQUESTED BY: Ashman Beecher, Transit Administrator
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PROCEDURES: None
BACKGROUND/RELATED STRATEGIC GOAL:
Every three years, or commensurate with a change in Martin County executive leadership, Martin County must certify to US DOT and other applicable federal and state agencies that its programs, services and activities are being conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. These certifications are termed 'assurances' and serve two important purposes. First, they document Martin County's commitment to nondiscrimination and equitable service to its community. Second, they serve as a legally enforceable agreement by which Martin County may be held liable for breach. The public may view assurances on Martin County's website or by visiting Martin County offices.
ISSUES:
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LEGAL SUFFICIENCY REVIEW:
This item has been reviewed for legal sufficiency to determine whether it is consistent with applicable law, has identified and addressed legal risk, and has developed strategies for legal defensibility.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
RECOMMENDATION
Move that the Board approve the Martin County Title VI Program Plan.
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