Title VI

Title VI and Civil Rights at SDOT

The City of Seattle operates all programs, services, and activities without regard to race, color, or national origin. This aligns with the Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act limits discrimination in providing programs, services, or activities based on protected class. These classes include sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration and citizenship status, creed, religion, and others, as listed in state and federal laws.

SDOT and the City of Seattle follow regulations about Title VI from the Federal Transit Association (FTA) and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). More information about the citywide Title VI program and Antidiscrimination Policy can be found through the Office of Civil Rights. 

We are committed to the City's values. These values shape our policies and practices, helping to ensure that public funds are not used to encourage or subsidize discrimination, regardless of intent. You can file a complaint with the Seattle Office for Civil Rights if you believe that SDOT or the City of Seattle has discriminated against you based on protected class.  

We work with the Seattle Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs on a citywide Language Access Program (LAP). 1 in 5 people in Seattle use a language other than English at home. We strive to share information in the different languages our residents use. We work with translators to create written materials. This includes blog posts, social media posts, websites, flyers, factsheets, forms, and so much work. We also work with interpreters when talking with residents and business owners. It’s the law and it’s the right thing to do! Read more on the LAP webpage.  

Contact us: DOT_TitleVI@seattle.gov