Title VI Program

City of Laguna Niguel Title VI Non-Discrimination Policy

It is the policy of the City of Laguna Niguel that no person shall on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any operation of the Laguna Niguel as provided by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related statutes.

This policy applies to all operations of the City of Laguna Niguel, including its contractors and anyone who acts on behalf of City of Laguna Niguel. This policy also applies to the operations of any department or agency to which the City of Laguna Niguel extends federal financial assistance. Federal financial assistance includes grants, training, use of equipment, donations of surplus property, and other assistance. 

Prohibited discrimination may be intentional or unintentional. Seemingly neutral acts that have disparate impacts on individuals of a protected group and lack a substantial legitimate justification are a form of prohibited discrimination. Harassment and retaliation are also prohibited forms of discrimination.

Examples of prohibited types of discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age include: Denial to an individual any service, financial aid, or other benefit; Distinctions in the quality, quantity, or manner in which a benefit is provided; Segregation or separate treatment; Restriction in the enjoyment of any advantages, privileges, or other benefits provided; Discrimination in any activities related to highway and infrastructure or facility built or repaired; and Discrimination in employment.

Title VI compliance is a condition of receipt of federal funds. The Title VI Coordinator is authorized to ensure compliance with this policy, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C § 2000d and related statutes, and the requirements of 23 Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) pt. 200 and 49 CFR pt. 21.

City of Laguna Niguel Title VI Documentation

TITLE VI NOTICE OF RIGHTS

RESOLUTION NO. 2025-1497

CITY OF LAGUNA NIGUEL TITLE VI PLAN

Title VI Complaint Forms

Any person, specific class of persons or entity that believes they have been subjected to discrimination as prohibited by the legal provisions of Title VI may file a formal complaint with the City of Laguna Niguel Public Works Department Title VI Coordinator.

Title VI Complaint Procedures (English)

Title VI Complaint Procedures (Spanish)

Title VI Complaint Form (English)

Title VI Complaint Form (Spanish)

The complaint must be filed within 180 days of the date of the alleged discrimination. To file a formal complaint, please submit a written Title VI complaint form to: 

Complainants will receive a written response acknowledging receipt of the complaint. The City Title VI Coordinator will review the complaint to determine whether is falls under its jurisdiction. All complaints falling under the City of Laguna Niguel’s jurisdiction will be investigated as quickly as possible. A written notice of findings will be provided upon completion of the investigation.

Title VI Resource Links

Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Office of Civil Rights: For more information, please contact (202) 366-0693 or visit the FHWA Office of Civil Rights Webpage.

Federal Transit Authority (FTA) Office of Civil Rights: For more information, please contact (888) 446-4511 or visit the FTA Office of Civil Rights Webpage.

California Department of Transportation Office of Civil Rights: For more information, please contact (916) 639-6392 or visit Caltrans Office of Civil Rights, Title VI Branch.