Accessibility Information
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Discrimination Complaints Procedures for NRFD Programs and Services
Compliance Coordination
North River Fire District (NRFD) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion or family status in any of its programs or services. For questions, concerns or complaints regarding the Civil Rights Act of 1964 or the Americans with Disabilities Act, contact the NRFD Admin at admin@nrfd.org or (941) 721-6700.
Civil Rights or the Americans with Disabilities Act Complaint Procedure
What We Do
North River Fire District (NRFD) is committed to ensuring that no person is excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or service that it provides. North River Fire District is committed to serving program beneficiaries who require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to receive access to facilities, programs, and services. These accommodations are coordinated through the Title VI / ADA Coordinator.
Complaint Processing
If someone believes they have suffered from discrimination under an NRFD program, they may contact the NRFD Nondiscrimination Program Coordinator to seek informal resolution. If the complaint is within the jurisdiction of NRFD, or informal resolution was not possible, it will be promptly and impartially investigated. NRFD’s goal is to address complaints within 60 days of receipt, though the time to carefully investigate complaints may be longer depending on the nature of the complaint and complexity of the issue.
Preliminary Inquiry:
NRFD will conduct a preliminary inquiry to determine the need for further investigation.
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NRFD will notify the complainant in writing that a preliminary inquiry is underway to determine the need for further investigation.
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If the preliminary inquiry by NRFD indicates that an investigation is warranted, the complainant will be notified in writing and an interview will be scheduled.
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If the preliminary inquiry indicates an investigation is not warranted, the complainant will be notified in writing of the reasons why and factors considered.
Complaint Investigation:
Complaints warranting further investigation will be promptly and impartially processed by the NRFD Nondiscrimination Program Coordinator. The results of the investigation will be provided to the NRFD Fire Chief for review.
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The complainant will be notified in writing of the results of the investigation and what actions will be/have been taken in response and a timeline to request review.
Access to Persons with Limited English Proficiency or Disability
NRFD will take reasonable measures to provide meaningful access to department services to individuals with limited English proficiency (LEP). LEP persons are persons with a limited ability to speak, read, write, or understand English. NRFD will take reasonable steps to ensure meaningful access to persons with limited English proficiency, and respond to requests for reasonable accommodations to ensure accessibility for person with disabilities.
For questions, please contact us:
NRFD Nondiscrimination Program Coordinator
Assistant Chief Joseph Sicking
North River Fire District
1225 14th Ave. W., Palmetto, FL 34221
E-mail: admin@nrfd.org Phone: 941-721-6700
Reviewed November 21, 2022