Public Notice
Notices – Civil Rights
For the City of Ore City, Texas
Policy of Non-discrimination on the Basis of Disability
The City of Ore City, Texas, does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or employment in, its federally assisted programs or activities. The City of Ore City’s Civil Rights Officer has been designated to coordinate compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements contained in the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) regulations implementing Section 504 (24 CFR Part 8).
The City of Ore City, Texas, has adopted grievance procedures to ensure prompt and fair resolution of complaints regarding its Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) programs, as per Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Title II mandates that “no otherwise qualified disabled individual shall, solely by reason hof such disability, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination” in public entity-sponsored programs or activities.
To submit a complaint, individuals should complete the “ADA Complaint Form,” which can be obtained at the Ore City Hall (302 E Main St, Ore City, TX 75683). Complaints should describe, as fully as possible, the facts and circumstances of the alleged discrimination. The City of Ore City will begin an investigation within fifteen (15) working days of receiving the complaint and respond in writing within thirty (30) working days.
Citizen Participation & Grievance Procedures Notice
The City of Ore City has adopted complaint and grievance procedures regarding its Community Development Block Grant Programs (CDBG). Citizens may obtain a copy of these written procedures at City Hall, 302 E Main St, Ore City, TX 75683, during regular business hours. Citizens may also request the procedures be mailed to them by calling City Hall at 903-968-2511. These procedures outline the steps for a citizen to follow if they wish to file a complaint or grievance about CDBG activities.
A person who has a complaint or grievance about any services or activities with respect to the CDBG project may, during regular business hours, submit such complaint or grievance in writing to the City Secretary at 302 E Main St, Ore City, TX 75683, or may call 903-968-2511. The City of Ore City will make every effort to respond fully to such complaints within fifteen (15) working days where practicable.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The City of Ore City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
Fair Housing Public Service Announcement
Public Service Announcement: Fair Housing, It’s the Law
To promote fair housing practices, the City of Ore City encourages potential homeowners and renters to be aware of their rights under the National Fair Housing Law.
Title VIII of the Civil Rights Acts of 1968, as amended, prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, or national origin in the sale or rental of units in the housing market. For more information on fair housing or to report possible fair housing discrimination, call the Texas Workforce Commission at (888) 452-4778 or (512) 463-2642. TTY: 512-371-7473.