Proclamation - City Council - 3/24/2009 - 2010 Census Partner Proclamation
IT'S IN OUR HANDS
2010 Census Partner Proclamation
WHEREAS an accurate census count is vital to our community and residents' well-being by helping planners
determine where to locate schools, day-care centers, roads and public transportation, hospitals and other
facilities, and is used to make decisions concerning business growth and housing needs;
WHEREAS more than $300 billion per year in federal and state funding is allocated to states and communities
based on census data;
WHEREAS census data ensure fair Congressional representation by determining how many seats each state
will have in the U.S. House of Representatives as well as the redistricting of state legislatures, county and city
councils, and voting districts;
WHEREAS the 2010 Census creates jobs that stimulate economic growth and increase employment
opportunities in our community;
WHEREAS the information collected by the census is protected by law and remains confidential for 72 years;
Now, therefore, we PROCLAIM that the City of Eagle
is committed to partnering with the U.S. Census Bureau to help ensure a full and accurate count in 2010.
As a 2010 Census partner, we will;
1. Support the goals and ideals for the 2010 Census and will disseminate 2010 Census information to
encourage those in our community to participate.
2. Encourage people in Eagle to place an emphasis on the 2010 Census and
participate in events and initiatives that will raise overall awareness of the 2010 Census and ensure a full
and accurate census.
3. Support census takers as they help our community complete an accurate count.
4. Create or seek opportunities to collaborate with other like-minded groups in our community, such as
Complete Count Committees, to utilize high-profile, trusted voices to advocate on behalf of the
2010 Census.
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