C. Title VI Assurances: The MPO will comply with all the requirements imposed by Title VI of the Civil

[SPECIAL_EMERGENCY] Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Board Meeting · 2026-05-05 · agenda_item

This item concerns the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Board's planned compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The MPO will ensure all contracts with consultants and contractors adhere to these federal requirements. This includes incorporating specific Title VI Assurances into all agreements for work related to the Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP). The MPO is currently in the planning and review phase for these compliance measures. This process will involve legal and administrative work to update contract language and ensure all parties understand their obligations. The opportunity for local businesses lies in providing services related to contract preparation, legal review, and potentially compliance monitoring as these assurances are integrated into future MPO projects. Early engagement with the MPO could provide insight into upcoming contract needs.