Title VI Statement
It is the policy of the City of Kingsport to ensure compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; 42 USC 2000(d); related statutes and regulations to the end that no person 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 city strictly forbids and will not tolerate actions that intimidate, threaten, coerce, or discriminate against any individual for the purpose of interfering with any right or privilege secured by Title VI, or because he/she has made a complaint, testified, assisted, or participated in any manner in an investigation, proceeding, or hearing under this policy.
The Human Resource Manager is the designated Title VI Coordinator for the city. For questions, concerns, complaints, or requests for additional information regarding the city Title VI policy contact:
Human Resource Manager
415 Broad Street, Suite 319
Kingsport, TN 37660
Phone: 423-229-9401
Fax: 423-343-9788
Title VI documents for review:
Title VI Public Notice
Title VI Complaint Procedures
Complaint Form
Limited English Proficiency
In compliance with Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Act and Executive Order 13166, the city of Kingsport will take reasonable steps to ensure that persons with Limited English Proficiency (LEP) have meaningful access and an equal opportunity to participate in our services, activities, programs and other benefits. Our policy is to ensure meaningful communication with LEP citizens and their authorized representatives involving access to city services and activities. LEP individuals are those who are unable to speak, read, write, or understand the English language at a level that permits them to interact effectively with the city’s service providers. All interpreters, translators and other aids needed to comply with this policy shall be provided without cost to the person being served, and their families will be informed of the availability of such assistance free of charge.
Language assistance will be provided through use of contracts or formal arrangements with organizations providing interpretation or translation services, or technology and telephonic interpretation services. All staff will be provided notice of this policy and procedure, and staff that may have direct contact with LEP individuals will be trained in effective communication techniques. All interpreters, translators and other aids needed to comply with this policy shall be provided without cost to the person being served, and their families will be informed of the availability of such assistance free of charge.
The City of Kingsport will conduct a regular review of the language access needs of our population, as well as update and monitor the implementation of this policy and these procedures, as necessary.
