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The City of Miami (City) 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. The City will not tolerate intimidation, threats, coercion, or discrimination against any individual or group. This policy establishes a framework for taking reasonable steps to ensure access to all services provided by the City for all citizens and establishes procedures whereby the City will receive and investigate allegations of discrimination.
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 is the overarching civil rights law that prohibits discrimination based on race, color, or national origin, in any program, service, or activity that receives federal assistance. Specifically, Title VI assures that “No person in the United States shall, on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefit of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal assistance.” Nondiscrimination prohibitions have been further broadened and supplemented by related statutes, regulations, and executive orders.
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any education or training program receiving federal financial assistance, with a limited number of defined exceptions;
• Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), which forbids discrimination on the basis of an individual's disability by all federal agencies and in all federally funded activities;
• The Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, which prohibits discrimination in federally supported activities on the basis of age.
The City is actively engaged in Title VI activities as a recipient of federal assistance from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
The City will not restrict an individual in any way from the enjoyment of any advantage or privilege enjoyed by others receiving any service, financial aid, or other benefit under any of its programs, regardless of the funding source for the program. Individuals may not be subjected to criteria or methods of administration which cause adverse impact because of their race, color, or national origin, or have the effect of defeating or substantially impairing accomplishment of the objectives of the program because of race, color, or national origin.
The City will not tolerate intimidation, threats, coercion, or discrimination against any individual or group for the purpose of interfering with any right or privilege guaranteed under law or regulations, or because the individual has filed a complaint or has testified, assisted, or participated in any way in an investigation, proceeding, or hearing or has opposed any City action or decision.
The City will take reasonable measures, when available, to provide access to City services to individuals with limited ability to speak, write, or understand English and/or to those with disabilities.
The City’s Nondiscrimination Program Plan and Policy may be found by clicking here:
Filing a Complaint
If someone believes they have suffered from discrimination under a City of Miami service programs, they may contact the City of Miami Nondiscrimination Program Coordinator to seek informal resolution. If the matter cannot be resolved informally, the following steps will be followed:
• Within 180 days of the alleged discrimination, complainants may submit a written or verbal complaint to the Nondiscrimination Program Coordinator. Complaints must include the complainant’s name, the nature of the complaint, the dates of the complaint, requested action, and contact information. Complaint forms are available in here.
• The Nondiscrimination Program Coordinator will review the complaint and may solicit additional information from the complainant as needed. If additional information is requested and not received, the case may be closed. The case may also be closed if the complainant no longer wishes to pursue their case.
• If the complaint is outside the jurisdiction of the City, the complainant will be notified of the name and contact information for the appropriate agency with jurisdiction, if known.
Complaint Processing
If the complaint is within the jurisdiction of the City, or informal resolution was not possible, it will be promptly and impartially investigated. The City’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:
• The City will conduct a preliminary inquiry to determine the need for further investigation.
• The City will notify the complainant in writing that a preliminary inquiry is underway to determine the need for further investigation. • If the preliminary inquiry by the City indicates that an investigation is warranted, the complainant will be notified in writing and an interview will be scheduled. • 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 City Nondiscrimination Program Coordinator. The results of the investigation will be provided to the City Manager for review.
• 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.
129 5th Avenue NWP.O. Box 1288Miami, OK 74355
Phone: 918-542-6685
129 5th Avenue NWP.O. Box 1288Miami, OK 74355
Phone: 918-542-6685
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129 5th Avenue NWP.O. Box 1288Miami, OK 74355
Phone: 918-542-6685
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129 5th Avenue NWP.O. Box 1288Miami, OK 74355
Phone: 918-542-6685
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129 5th Avenue NWP.O. Box 1288Miami, OK 74355
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The City of Miami has been designated by the State of Oklahoma as a Certified Health Business and Community. As part of supporting health initiatives, the following are links to Oklahoma Wellness Initiatives that are available for all citizens.
The Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline (1-800-Quit-Now) is promoted throughout the community.
The Shape Your Future website is promoted throughout the community.
The following links are resources located on our Miami Public Library Website.
Health-related links available under our Helpful Sites Section: on the Miami Public Library Website.
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129 5th Avenue NWP.O. Box 1288Miami, OK 74355
Phone: 918-542-6685
129 5th Avenue NWP.O. Box 1288Miami, OK 74355
Phone: 918-542-6685
The town of Miami began with a dream, a partnership, and a Congressional act. Wayland C. Lykins, the son of a missionary to the Peoria Indians, came to the area to raise cattle in the 1890s. He had a dream of a cattle empire with his town, Miami, as the hub. Lykins went to Washington D.C. for congressional approval of a town site. It was only after Thomas F. Richardville, chief of the Miami Tribe and friend of Lykins, spoke to U.S. Indian Commissioner that the township patent was approved. The Ottawa Tribe sold 588 acres for the town, and the first lot was sold to Dr. WI. McWilliams in June of 1891. Dr. McWilliams received the first deed to a white man in Indian Territory, and the town was named Miami, "My-Am-Uh," after the Miami Indians.
Miami grew from a population of 300 that first year to around 2,500 by 1902. Many factors contributed to its growth. The rolling prairie was good pastureland for cattle, and the area was becoming widely known for its shipments of hay. The first train arrived in Miami on September 12, 1896, the Kansas City, Fort Scott and Memphis Railway Company, which connected Miami to Baxter Springs, Kansas. This line continued until 1900 when it was extended south to Afton to meet the Frisco mainline.
Lead and zinc were first discovered in the area in 1905. Mining operations were running by 1907 in the "Commerce field" and extended to the "Picher and Cardin fields" in 1915 to 1916. Miami became the gateway to these mining fields, therefore mining became a dominant part of Miami's growth. The need for training of mining engineers resulted in the School of Mines opening in 1919. This school evolved into present day Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College.
By 1909, Miami had 9 miles of cement walks, one 3-story brick hotel, three bakeries, three newspapers, a modern waterworks system, a modernly equipped fire department, electric lights, big ice plant, 13 churches, two railroads, three banks, planning mills, lumber yards, and splendid public schools. With the burst of mining the prairie town that Lykins envisioned was becoming a booming trade center.
A vaudeville theatre and movie palace "Coleman Theatre Beautiful" opened to a full house of 1600 on April 18, 1929. Built by George L. Coleman, Sr., local mining magnate, the opulent structure with Spanish Mission Revival exterior and Louis XV interior design dazzled the audiences. From that day forward the Coleman has never been "dark." The theatre has been fully restored and truly is a jewel of Route 66.
The Pensacola Dam was constructed from 1938 to 1940 across the Grand (or Neosho) River at the Grand River Valley. This dam provided both electricity to the area and jobs for many during the hard times of the Great Depression. The damming of the river created Grand Lake ‘O the Cherokees, providing recreational activities for people living in the area and visiting tourists.
Manufacturing, on a large scale, came to Miami in 1946, with the opening of B.F. Goodrich Miami Plant. Soon to follow were Blue Manufacturing Company opening in 1953 and U.S. Metal Container moving to Miami in 1955. Many manufacturers still call Miami home today.
Located in the northern part of town is a G.A.R. (Grand Army of the Republic) Cemetery, which includes Civil War era grave sites and British Flyers, who trained in Miami for WWII who tragically lost their lives during flights.
Historic Route 66 is still Main Street here in Miami, and many of the buildings in downtown are originals from the early 1900s.
Ten Native American tribes are located in or near Miami; Quapaw Tribe, Wyandotte Tribe, Modoc Tribe, Miami Tribe, Seneca-Cayuga Tribe, Ottawa Tribe, Eastern Shawnee Tribe, Peoria Tribe, Shawnee Tribe, and the Cherokee Tribe. The Dobson Museum, located near downtown, displays local Native American artifacts and has over 5,000 historical items.
Tourism has become a huge part of the community. Many Indian gaming facilities, Route 66 attractions, numerous art murals, and downtown Main Street lure visitors to Miami. When spring rolls around, fisherman line the banks of the Neosho River hoping to snag a spoonbill, sometimes called a paddlefish.
While visiting Miami, don’t forget to take our Miami Downtown Historic Walking Tour and take in all the history Miami has to offer along with the beautiful architecture.
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The Comprehensive Plan, "Miami's Commitment To Excellence," is Miami's official guide for making decisions about growth and development. The Plan is a summary of the goals, objectives, policies, strategies, programs, and projects that will enable the City to achieve its mission of focusing on the future, working together to build strong neighborhoods, develop a sound economy, and provide a safe community. Follow the conversation using the hashtag #imaginemiami.
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