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[Divisions](https://simpco.org/divisions?hsLang=en) - [Transportation Planning](https://simpco.org/divisions/transportation-planning?hsLang=en) - [Title VI Civil Rights](https://simpco.org/divisions/transportation-planning/title-vi-civil-rights) ## Non-Discrimination Information The Siouxland Regional Transit System (SRTS), Siouxland Regional Transportation Planning Association (SRTPA/RPA 4), and SIMPCO Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) are committed to ensuring that no person is excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program, service, or activity on the basis of race, color, or national origin, as protected by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987. SRTS, SRTPA/RPA 4, and SIMPCO MPO further affirm their commitment to equal access and nondiscrimination in all programs and activities receiving federal financial assistance. Meaningful access to services is provided for all individuals, including those with Limited English Proficiency (LEP). Questions regarding Title VI compliance, requests for additional information, or concerns about possible discrimination may be directed to the appropriate Title VI Coordinator listed below.  ## Title VI Complaints & Contact Information Any person who believes they have been subjected to discrimination prohibited by Title VI may file a complaint by completing the Title VI Complaint Form or by submitting the required information in a letter or email to the appropriate Title VI Coordinator listed below.   ##### **SIMPCO MPO / SRTPA (RPA 4)** Michelle Bostinelos, Title VI Coordinator 6401 Gordon Drive Sioux City, IA 51106 Email: **[mbostinelos@simpco.org](mailto:mbostinelos@simpco.org)** Phone: **[(712) 279-6286](tel:7122796286)** ext. 101 TDD/TTY: **[800-735-2942](tel:8007352942)**   ##### **Siouxland Regional Transit System (SRTS)** Brian Pearson, Title VI Coordinator 6401 Gordon Drive Sioux City, IA 51106 Email: [**bpearson@simpco.org**](mailto:bpearson@simpco.org) Phone: **[(712) 279-6286](tel:7122796286)** ext. 118 TTDD/TTY: **[800-735-2942](tel:8007352942)**   ##### **Other Filing Options** Iowa Civil Rights Commission Attn: Title VI Program Coordinator 400 E. 14th Street Des Moines, IA 50319 Iowa Department of Transportation Office of Employee Services, Civil Rights Section 800 Lincoln Way Ames, IA 50010 ## Title VI Complaints & Contact Information The following documents provide access to Title VI notices, plans, complaint forms, and related compliance materials for the Siouxland Regional Transit System (SRTS), SRTPA/RPA 4, and the SIMPCO MPO. - SIMPCO MPO / SRTPA (RPA 4) - Siouxland Regional Transit System (SRTS) - Other Filing Options SIMPCO MPO / SRTPA (RPA 4)Siouxland Regional Transit System (SRTS)Other Filing Options ### SIMPCO MPO / SRTPA (RPA 4) **SIMPCO MPO / SRTPA (RPA 4)** Michelle Bostinelos, Title VI Coordinator 6401 Gordon Drive Sioux City, IA 51106 Email: **[mbostinelos@simpco.org](mailto:mbostinelos@simpco.org)** Phone: **[(712) 279-6286](tel:7122796286)** ext. 101 TDD/TTY: **[800-735-2942](tel:8007352942)** ### Siouxland Regional Transit System (SRTS) Brian Pearson, Title VI Coordinator 6401 Gordon Drive Sioux City, IA 51106 Email: [**bpearson@simpco.org**](mailto:bpearson@simpco.org) Phone: **[(712) 279-6286](tel:7122796286)** ext. 118 TTDD/TTY: **[800-735-2942](tel:8007352942)** ### Other Filing Options Iowa Civil Rights Commission Attn: Title VI Program Coordinator 400 E. 14th Street Des Moines, IA 50319 Iowa Department of Transportation Office of Employee Services, Civil Rights Section 800 Lincoln Way Ames, IA 50010 ## Title VI Resources The following documents provide access to Title VI notices, plans, complaint forms, and related compliance materials for the Siouxland Regional Transit System (SRTS), SRTPA/RPA 4, and the SIMPCO MPO. - Siouxland Regional Transit System (SRTS) - SRTPA (RPA 4) - SIMPCO MPO Siouxland Regional Transit System (SRTS)SRTPA (RPA 4)SIMPCO MPO ### Siouxland Regional Transit System (SRTS) [**SRTS Title VI Complaint Form (PDF)**](https://simpco.org/hubfs/2024%20SIMPCO%20Site/SRTS%20and%20Paratransit/Title-VI-How-to-File-a-Complaint-and-Forms.pdf?hsLang=en) ### SRTPA (RPA 4) [**SRTPA Title VI Public Notice (PDF)**](https://simpco.org/hubfs/Transportation%20Division/Title%20VI%20Civil%20Rights/SRTPA-Title-VI-Public-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en) [**SRTPA Title VI Complaint Form (PDF)**](https://simpco.org/hubfs/Transportation%20Division/Title%20VI%20Civil%20Rights/SRTPA-Title-VI-Complaint-Form.pdf?hsLang=en) [**SRTPA Title VI Plan (PDF)**](https://simpco.org/hubfs/Transportation%20Division/Title%20VI%20Civil%20Rights/SRTPA-Title-VI-Plan.pdf?hsLang=en) [**SRTPA Title VI Standard Assurances (PDF)**](https://simpco.org/hubfs/Transportation%20Division/Title%20VI%20Civil%20Rights/SRTPA-Title-VI-Standard-Assurances.pdf?hsLang=en) [**Limited English Proficiency Plan (PDF)**](https://simpco.org/hubfs/Transportation%20Division/Title%20VI%20Civil%20Rights/Limited-English-Proficiency-Plan_Oct-2020-1.pdf?hsLang=en) ### SIMPCO MPO [**MPO Title VI Public Notice (PDF)**](https://simpco.org/hubfs/Transportation%20Division/Title%20VI%20Civil%20Rights/MPO-Public-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en) [**MPO Title VI Complaint Form (PDF)**](https://simpco.org/hubfs/Transportation%20Division/Title%20VI%20Civil%20Rights/MPO-Title-VI-Complaint-Form.pdf?hsLang=en) [**MPO Title VI Plan (PDF)**](https://simpco.org/hubfs/Transportation%20Division/Title%20VI%20Civil%20Rights/MPO-Title-VI-Plan.pdf?hsLang=en) ## Language Assistance Services (LEP) SRTS, SRTPA/RPA 4, and SIMPCO MPO provide free language assistance services to individuals with Limited English Proficiency (LEP). Translation and interpretation assistance are available upon request at no cost.  To request language assistance, contact SIMPCO at[**(712) 279-26286**](tel:7122796286) or SRTS at **[(712) 279-6919](tel:7122796919)**.  **[2026 SRTS Language Assistance Plan (PDF)](https://simpco.org/hubfs/SRTS%20Language%20Assistance%20Plan.pdf?hsLang=en)** EXPLORE TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ## Related Pages - **[Bicycle & Pedestrian Activities](https://simpco.org/divisions/transportation-planning/bicycle-pedestrian-activities?hsLang=en)** - [**Regional Impact Maps**](https://simpco.org/simpco-regional-impact?hsLang=en) - [**Title VI Civil Rights**](https://simpco.org/divisions/transportation-planning/title-vi-civil-rights?hsLang=en) [![simpco-logo-white](https://45496084.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/45496084/hubfs/2024%20SIMPCO%20Site/Global/simpco-logo-white.webp?width=130&name=simpco-logo-white.webp)](https://simpco.org/?hsLang=en) The Siouxland Interstate Metropolitan Planning Council, located in Sioux City, Iowa, is a council of governments serving the tri-state area of Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota. 6401 Gordon Drive Sioux City, IA 51106 [**712-279-6286**](tel:7122796286) [**simpco@simpco.org**](mailto:%20simpco@simpco.org) - [Divisions](https://simpco.org/divisions) - [Transportation Planning](https://simpco.org/divisions/transportation-planning) - [Community Development](https://simpco.org/divisions/community-development) - [Economic Development](https://simpco.org/divisions/economic-development) - [Housing Programs](https://simpco.org/divisions/housing-programs) - [GIS Mapping](https://simpco.org/divisions/gis-mapping) - [SRTS / Paratransit](https://simpco.org/siouxland-regional-transit-system) - [Learn More](https://simpco.org/about-us) - [About Us](https://simpco.org/about-us) - [Current Projects](https://simpco.org/news/tag/current-projects) - [Publications](https://simpco.org/publications) - [Resources](https://simpco.org/resources) - [Contact Us](https://simpco.org/contact-us) - [News & Events](https://simpco.org/news/tag/news) - [Online Store](https://www.walloffame247.com/srts-simpco) Sign up for Our Newsletter Subscribe to our monthly newsletter to stay updated on current projects, upcoming events, meetings, grant opportunities, and ways to get involved. © SIMPCO. 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