LIMITED ENGLISH PROFICIENCY (LEP) INFORMATION

Forms and Downloads

• Discrimination Complaint Form
• LEP/Civil Rights Brochure

Pursuant to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, WIFA 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. WIFA’s policy is to ensure meaningful communication with people with LEP and/or their authorized representatives. All interpreters, translators and other aids needed to comply with this policy shall be provided without cost to the persons being served.
Language assistance will be provided through use of competent bilingual staff, staff interpreters, contracts or formal arrangements with local 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 persons with LEP will be trained in effective communication techniques, including the effective use of an interpreter.

Vital Documents

Paper or electronic material that is critical for access to the Agency’s programs, activities, and services, or contains information about procedures or processes required by law. Classification of a document as “vital” depends upon the importance of the program, information, encounter, or service involved, and the consequence to the LEP individual if the information in question is not provided accurately or in a timely manner.

For More Information

Anyone who believes that they have been discriminated against because of race, color or national origin may file a complaint with the Office of Equal Opportunity within 180 days of the date on which the discrimination took place.

Related Pages

WIFA Notice of Non-Discrimination | WIFA Grievance Procedures for Alleged Civil Rights Violations

Notice of Nondiscrimination

The Water Infrastructure Finance Authority of Arizona (WIFA) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, age, or sex in administration of its programs or activities, and, WIFA does not intimidate or retaliate against any individual or group because they have exercised their rights to participate in actions protected, or oppose action prohibited, by 40 C.F.R. Parts 5 and 7, or for the purpose of interfering with such rights.

As a recipient of federal funding, WIFA is required to comply with federal nondiscrimination laws. Samantha Lemke, Senior Project Manager and WIFA's Nondiscrimination Coordinator, is responsible for coordination of compliance efforts and receipt of inquiries concerning nondiscrimination requirements implemented by 40 C.F.R. Parts 5 and 7 (Nondiscrimination in Programs or Activities Receiving Federal Assistance from the Environmental Protection Agency), including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 13 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act Amendments of 1972 (hereinafter referred to collectively as the federal nondiscrimination laws).

• Title VI of the Civil Rights Act ("Title VI")
• Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ("Title IX")
• Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 ("Section 504")
• The Age Discrimination Act of 1975
• Section 13 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act Amendments of 1972

If you have any questions about WIFA's Nondiscrimination Notice or programs, or if you believe you have been discriminated against with respect to a WIFA program or activity, you may contact WIFA's designated Civil Rights and Nondiscrimination Coordinator:

Samantha Lemke
Nondiscrimination Coordinator
3300 N. Central Avenue, Suite 1050
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 647-3520
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For detailed information on how we handle complaints, please see our Procedural Safeguards and Grievance Procedures page.

This notice is available in alternative formats and languages upon request. Individuals with disabilities or limited English proficiency may request accommodations or assistance accessing WIFA programs or information at no cost.

Notice of Nondiscrimination 
 

WIFA is committed to ensuring that no person is excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or subjected to discrimination under any WIFA program, activity or service on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, or age. WIFA will not tolerate intimidation, threats, coercion, or discrimination against any individual or group.   

As a recipient of federal funding, SRF is required to comply with federal nondiscrimination laws, including the following:  

• Title VI of the Civil Rights Act (“Title VI”)  

• Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (“Title IX”) 

• Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (“Section 504”) 

• The Age Discrimination Act of 1975  

• Section 13 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act Amendments of 1972.  

SRF’s compliance extends to federal regulations implementing the above-referenced statutes, including 40 C.F.R. Part 5 and Part 7.  

If you have any questions about WIFA’s nondiscrimination notice or programs, or if you believe you have been discriminated against with respect to a WIFA program or activity, you may contact either of WIFA's Civil Rights Coordinator: 

Environmental Program Supervisor 

Civil Rights Coordinator 

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