Nondiscrimination

Non-Discrimination Commitment

The Polk TPO is dedicated to upholding the principles of fairness and equity in all its transportation planning efforts. In line with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other pertinent nondiscrimination laws, we ensure that no individual or group is denied the benefits of, excluded from participation in, or subjected to discrimination under any program, service, or activity on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion or family status.

Ensuring Inclusive Participation

To guarantee inclusive community involvement, we actively conduct extensive outreach to gather input. This approach is supported by the Public Participation Plan and the Limited English Proficiency Plan, which outline specific strategies for ensuring that all community members have the opportunity to be heard.

Compliance and Review

The Nondiscrimination Plan is regularly reviewed for effectiveness and compliance with federal and state regulations. This plan works in harmony with our commitment to non-discrimination, ensuring that the transportation needs of every Polk County resident is considered without bias. It does not tolerate discrimination in any form in its programs, services or activities.  

Moreover, the Polk TPO is committed to not only considering the transportation needs of everyone in Polk County, but also to conducting substantial outreach to ensure broad input from the community. In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other federal and state nondiscrimination authorities, the Polk TPO does not deny the benefits of, exclude from participation or subject to discrimination anyone on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion or family status.

Recipients of federal funds, such as transportation planning organizations, must comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), and other nondiscrimination authorities, ensuring that no person is subjected to discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion or family status in employment and the provision of government services.  This requirement includes the creation of a Title VI Nondiscrimination Plan, along with a regular review of its effectiveness and conformity with federal and state law.