Title VI Nondiscrimination Program

The District will not:

1. Deny any individual the opportunity to participate in its programs, activities, or services based on race, color, or nation​​al origin.
2. Provide different benefits or services or apply different standards or requirements based on race, color, or national origin.
   
3. Use criteria or methods of administration that have the effect of discriminating or impairing participation in its programs and activities.

​Any person who believes they have been discriminated against under Title VI may file a written complaint with the District's Title VI Coordinator within 180 days of the alleged discrimination. The District will conduct a prompt and thorough investigation of all complaints and take appropriate corrective action if a violation is found.

​Filing a Complaint

Any person who believes they have been subjected to discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in a program or activity receiving federal financial assistance may file a complaint by completing the form at the end of this section. 

Complaints must be:

• Filed within 180 days of the alleged discriminatory act.
• Submitted in writing and signed by the complainant or their representative.
• Sent via mail, email, or in-person to the Title VI Coordinator.
• Requested in alternative formats or languages if needed.

Complaint Processing

​​​ Receipt & Initial Review (Within 10 Business Days)

• The Title VI Coordinator will acknowledge receipt in writing.
• The complaint will be reviewed for jurisdiction and completeness:

• If incomplete, the complainant has 15 business days to provide additional information.
• If outside the District's jurisdiction, the complaint will be closed or referred to the appropriate agency.
• If valid, the investigation process begins.

Investigation (Within 60 Calendar Days)

• A neutral investigator (Title VI Coordinator or designee) will:
• Conduct interviews with the complainant, witnesses, and relevant staff.
• Review relevant documents, policies, and records.
• A written investigative report will be prepared.

Findings & Resolution (Within 90 Calendar Days)

• The District will issue a written response with:
• Findings: Whether a Title VI violation occurred.
• Corrective Actions (if applicable): Steps the District will take to address the issue.
• Appeal Rights: Information on how to appeal to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).

Appeals

• Complainants may appeal the decision to the FHWA within 30 days of receiving the District's response.
  
• The Title VI Coordinator will assist in referring complaints to the FHWA if requested.​
  

​Title VI C​​​​​oordinator

Patrick Smith​ 
Administrative Services Program Manager 
777 12^th St., Fl 3, Sacramento, CA 95814 
PSmith@airquality.org​ 
​Main: 279-207-1122 

Direct: 279-207-1123​

Title VI Complaint Form