Introduction to the City of Dallas’s New Compliance Efforts
In late June, the City Council directed the City Manager to ensure that the City of Dallas complies with federal directives that require federal grant recipients to certify that they do not operate any programs promoting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in violation of federal anti-discrimination laws. City Manager Kimberly Bizor Tolbert immediately ordered City departments to temporarily cease any policy using race, gender, ethnicity or national origin in decision making, and to conduct a thoughtful and careful review of all polices to ensure compliance. A grant compliance task force was created which is currently evaluating policies and plans, and will brief the City Council again in September 2025.
Value of Community Voices
We value the voices of community members whose partnership has shaped the City’s equity and inclusion work over the years. Our realigned efforts will continue to invest in neighborhoods and expand opportunities so all Dallas residents can thrive.
Community Engagement Sessions
Plan to join us through as we host several community engagement sessions to gather feedback and ensure our efforts continue to benefit our Dallas community.
Session Details
Office of Arts & Culture
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
4PM
Latino Cultural Center
2600 Live Oak St. Dallas, TX 75204
Office of Community Empowerment
Saturday, September 6, 2025
10:30AM
Martin Luther King Community Center
2922 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd Dallas, TX 75215
Office of Community Empowerment
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
6PM
West Dallas Multipurpose Center
2828 Fish Trap Rd. Dallas, TX 75212
Importance of Community Participation
These community engagement sessions are crucial in ensuring that the City of Dallas’s efforts are aligned with the needs and expectations of its residents. By participating in these sessions, community members can provide valuable feedback and help shape the City’s policies and programs.
Next Steps
The grant compliance task force will continue to evaluate policies and plans, and will brief the City Council again in September 2025. The City of Dallas is committed to ensuring that its programs and policies are compliant with federal directives and that they promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in a manner that is consistent with federal anti-discrimination laws.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the City of Dallas is taking steps to ensure compliance with federal directives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City values the voices of its community members and is committed to investing in neighborhoods and expanding opportunities for all residents. By participating in community engagement sessions, residents can help shape the City’s policies and programs and ensure that they are aligned with the needs and expectations of the community.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are some frequently asked questions and answers related to the City of Dallas’s new compliance efforts:
Q: What are the federal directives that the City of Dallas is required to comply with?
A: The federal directives require federal grant recipients to certify that they do not operate any programs promoting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in violation of federal anti-discrimination laws.
Q: What is the purpose of the grant compliance task force?
A: The grant compliance task force is responsible for evaluating policies and plans to ensure compliance with federal directives and will brief the City Council again in September 2025.
Q: How can community members participate in the community engagement sessions?
A: Community members can participate in the community engagement sessions by attending the scheduled sessions, which will be held at various locations throughout the City of Dallas.
Q: What is the importance of community participation in the community engagement sessions?
A: Community participation is crucial in ensuring that the City of Dallas’s efforts are aligned with the needs and expectations of its residents. By participating in these sessions, community members can provide valuable feedback and help shape the City’s policies and programs.
