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Title VI and Accessibility & Accommodations
Americans with Disabilities Act
The City of Denison does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities. No person in the United States shall, on the ground of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subject to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.
ADA Coordinator Contact:
Individuals who need auxiliary aids, services or other accommodations for effective communication or access to City programs are encouraged to contact:
Christine Wallentine - (903) 465-2720, Ext. 2437 or cwallentine@denisontx.gov
Accessibility and Nondiscrimination Policies
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the City of Denison will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities.
Employment: The City of Denison does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with all regulations of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Effective Communication: The City of Denison will generally, upon request, provide appropriate aids and services leading to effective communication for qualified persons with disabilities so they can participate equally in City programs, services and activities. Aids and services include qualified sign language interpreters, documents in Braille, and other ways of making information and communications accessible to people who have speech, hearing or vision impairments at no cost.
Modifications to Policies and Procedures:
In compliance with the American Disabilities Act, the City of Denison will provide reasonable accommodations for persons attending public meetings. All City of Denison Council, Board, and Committee meetings and workshops are available to all persons regardless of disability. If you require special assistance, please contact the CITY CLERK/ADA Coordinator at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting: CWallentine@denisontx.gov, 903.465.2720 x2437. You may also write to PO Box 347 Denison, TX 75021-0347.
En cumplimiento con la Ley de Estadounidenses con Discapacidades (ADA), la Ciudad de Denison puede proporcionar adaptaciones razonables para las personas que asistan a las reuniones públicas. Todas las reuniones y talleres del Consejo, la Junta y los Comités de la Ciudad de Denison están disponibles para todas las personas, independientemente de su discapacidad. Si necesita asistencia especial, comuníquese con el al menos 48 horas antes de la reunión: SECRETARIA MUNICIPAL/COORDINADORA DE ADA : 903.465.2720 x2437. También puede escribir a PO Box 347 Denison, TX 75021-0347.
The ADA does not require the City of Denison to take any action that would fundamentally alter the nature of its programs or services, or impose an undue financial burden or administrative burden.
Request for Proposals / Qualifications / Bids
ADA / Title VI Compliance Information for Contracts and Bids
The City of Denison, Texas, as a recipient of Federal financial assistance and under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related statutes, ensures that no person shall on the grounds of race, religion (where the primary objective of the financial assistance is to provide employment per 42 USS. § 2000d-3), color, national origin, sex, age or disability be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination under any City programs or activities.
The City of Denison is committed to ensuring Standard Title VI Assurances and Form PR-1273, "Federal Requirements for Federal- Aid Construction Contracts," are included in every solicitation and contract requiring affirmation from the recipient to comply with the Title VI of the Civil Rights of 1964 and related statutes. Sub-contracts will be reviewed by the City Engineer prior to authorizing work to commence to ensure provisions have been included.
The City of Denison has adopted the Texas Department of Transportation Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program requirements established in 49 CFR Part 26, by virtue of signing the Pass Through Agreement between the City of Denison and the State of Texas, and as required in Article 35 of said agreement
Supporting Documents:
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Christine Wallentine
Assistant to the City Manager/City Clerk
Title VI Information
The City of Denison, Texas, as a recipient of federal financial assistance and under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related statutes, ensures that no person shall on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination under any City programs or activities.
Regardless of funding source, the City of Denison assures non-discrimination in all of its programs.
To view the City of Denison's signed non-discrimination policy statement, please click here.
Title VI Complaint Procedures
The following procedures cover complaints filed under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987. Any person who believes they, or any specific class of persons, to be subjected to prohibited discrimination based on race, color or national origin may file a written complaint individually or through a representative. A complaint must be filed no later than 180 days after the date of the alleged discrimination, unless the discrimination is ongoing, or the time for filing is extended by the FHWA. Complaints related to the Federal-aid highway program may be filed with TxDOT, FHWA Division Office, the FHWA Headquarters Office of Civil Rights (HCR), the USDOT Departmental Office of Civil Rights, or the USDOJ.
Title VI Coordinator
Chris Wallentine, CWallentine@denisontx.gov
Complaints alleging violations of Title VI by the City may be filed in writing directly with the following local, state, and federal agencies:
The City of Denison
Attn: Title VI Coordinator
300 W Main Street, Denison, TX 75020
All Complaints should have the following information:
- The name, address, and phone number of the complainant;
- The name(s) and address(es) of the alleged discriminating official(s);
- The basis of the complaint (i.e., race, color, or national origin);
- The date of alleged discriminatory act(s); and
- The complainant’s signature.
Reporting Requirements to an External Agency
A copy of the complaint, together with a copy of the investigation report and final decision letter will be forwarded to the Texas Department of Transportation, Office of Civil Rights within 30 days of the date the investigation is completed.
Title VI Compliance Documents:
The City of Denison is committed to information and service accessibility. Understanding that government has a responsibility to provide services to all, the City of Denison will continue making reasonable accommodations on this website for users with disabilities by applying appropriate standards, techniques and technologies as they become available and affordable.
If you need assistance finding information on this website, contact the ADA coordinator at cwallentine@denisontx.gov.