Civil Rights

The Mount Rogers Planning District Commission gives public notice of its policy to assure full compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and all related statutes. Title VI requires that no person in the United States of America shall, on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from the participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity for which the Mount Rogers Planning District Commission (PDC) receives federal financial assistance.

Any person who believes that they have, individually, or as a member of any specific class of persons, been excluded from the participation in, been denied the benefits of, or been otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity for which the Mount rogers PDC provides assistance, and believes the discrimination is based upon race, color, national origin, gender, age, economic status or limited English proficiency has the right to file a formal complaint. If a complaint addresses a particular service provider, the complaint should be filed with that provider. A complaint must be submitted within 180 days of the alleged discriminatory act.

For complainants who may be unable to file a written complaint, verbal information will be accepted by the Mount Rogers PDC by telephone at (276) 783-5103 and at the offices located at 1021 Terrace Drive, Marion, VA 24354.

To submit a formal complaint or to request additional information on title VI obligations, contact:

          Title VI Coordinator
          Mount Rogers PDC Executive Director
          Attn: Aaron Sizemore
          1021 Terrace Drive
          Marion, Virginia 24354
          (276) 783-5103

Mount Rogers PDC Title VI Program Plan

The Title VI Plan ensures that no person in the United States is discriminated against based on race, color, or national origin in programs or activities that receive federal financial assistance. The Mount Rogers Planning District Commission (PDC) abides by these requirements and extends protections to individuals regardless of gender, age, economic status, or limited English proficiency. Individuals who believe they have experienced discrimination in any PDC-assisted program may file a formal complaint within 180 days of the alleged incident. Complaints related to specific service providers should be directed to those entities. For further information or to submit a complaint, contact the Title VI Coordinator at the Mount Rogers PDC.

Mount Rogers PDC Title VI Statement of Commitment

The Title VI Statement of Commitment affirms that the Mount Rogers Planning District Commission pledges to prohibit discrimination based on race, color, or national origin in any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance. The Commission further extends protections to all individuals, regardless of gender, age, economic status, or limited English proficiency, ensuring equal access and fair treatment for everyone.

Mount Rogers PDC Title VI Complaint Form

The Complaint Form is a document used by individuals who believe they have been subjected to discrimination based on race, color, or national origin in programs or activities that receive federal financial assistance. The form gathers important details about the alleged incident, such as the complainant’s contact information, a description of the discriminatory action, the date and location of the event, and the names of any involved parties or witnesses. By completing and submitting this form, individuals formally request an investigation into their concerns, ensuring their rights under Title VI are protected. The information collected helps the responsible agency assess the validity of the complaint and determine appropriate next steps.
Virginia Department of Transportation Complaint Procedures

Any individual who believes they have been subjected to discrimination may file a Title VI complaint.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Title VI Program is governed by several authorities. provides that “[n]o 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 subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.” 

The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) implemented its Title VI program in . Specific provisions regarding the investigation of complaints are found at 49 CFR §21.11. The FHWA follows the USDOT regulations. Further, FHWA’s regulations at 23 CFR §200.9(b)(3) direct State Departments of Transportation (State DOTs) to develop procedures for processing Title VI complaints filed with State DOTs against their Federal-aid highway Subrecipients. 

Any person who believes they—or a specific class of persons—were subjected to discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin in the programs and activities of a primary Recipient of Federal financial assistance (e.g. State DOT) or Subrecipient (e.g., a city, county, Metropolitan Planning Organization, etc., that receives Federal financial assistance through a primary Recipient) may file a Title VI complaint. 

Complaints related to the Federal-aid highway program may be filed with a Recipient State DOT, FHWA Division Office, the FHWA Headquarters Office of Civil Rights (HCR), the USDOT Departmental Office of Civil Rights, or the USDOJ.