Civil Rights Notices

Cameron County, Texas

Notice 1: Policy of Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability

(Applies to counties employing 15 or more individuals)

The County of Cameron does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or employment in, its federally assisted programs or activities.

Mr. Anthony Lopez, Civil Rights Officer and Assistant County Administrator, has been designated to coordinate compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements under Section 504 of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulations (24 CFR Part 8).

Notice 2: Citizen Participation & Grievance Procedures

The County of Cameron has adopted formal complaint and grievance procedures regarding its Texas Community Development Block Grant Programs (TxCDBG).

Citizens may obtain a written copy of these procedures at:

1100 E. Monroe Street
Brownsville, TX 78520
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Phone: 956-544-0828

To request a copy by mail, please contact Anthony Lopez, Civil Rights Officer.

Citizens wishing to file a complaint or grievance about TxCDBG services or activities may do so in writing during normal business hours, addressed to the Civil Rights Officer at the above address. The County will make every effort to respond fully within fifteen (15) working days where practicable.

For Contractors

Notice 1: Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

(Required for contractors with contracts greater than $10,000 – Must post in conspicuous places and in all employment solicitations)

The County of Cameron does not discriminate on the basis of:

  • Race
  • Color
  • Religion
  • Sex
  • Sexual orientation
  • Gender identity
  • National origin

Discrimination Prohibited

No otherwise qualified individual with disabilities in the United States shall, solely by reason of their disability, be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).