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RESOLUTION NO. 26R-07-121: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE UPDATED 2026 FEDERAL CIVIL RIGHTS ACT OF 1964 TITLE VI COMPLIANCE PLAN FOR THE CITY’S TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND CITY OFFICIALS TO SUBMIT THE PLAN AND ANY REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS AS APPROPRIATE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (REQUESTED BY CITY MANAGER, KENNIE HOBBS, JR.).
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Request Action:
Briefly state the action requested of the Commission. What is the expected outcome of the action?
Approve and adopt the updated 2026 Title VI Compliance Plan for the City of Lauderhill Transportation Program and authorize the appropriate City officials to submit the Plan and any required certifications to the appropriate federal, state, and county agencies as required.
Need Summary Explanation/ Background:
Why is there a need for this action and provide summary/background?
The City is required to maintain and periodically update its Title VI Compliance Plan as a condition of receiving and administering federal and state transportation funding. Adoption of the updated Plan ensures the City remains in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, applicable Federal Transit Administration (FTA) requirements, and Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) grant requirements.
Cost Summary/ Fiscal Impact:
Include projected cost, approved budget amount and account number, source of funds, and any future funding requirements
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin in programs and activities receiving federal financial assistance.
The City of Lauderhill has completed an update of its Title VI Compliance Plan to reflect current federal guidance, updated demographic and Limited English Proficiency (LEP) information, public participation procedures, complaint procedures, organizational changes, transportation services, and other...
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