Every ten years the United States Government undertakes a count of all our citizens. As the Chair of the Complete Count Committe, the local effort to encourage our citizens to participate, I would like to offer some important information about the 2010 census.
Who does the Census count?
*Everyone.
How big is the Census?
*118 Million housing units are anticipated to be counted
*79 Million questionnaires will be returned within a two week period
What the Census does for You:
*The Federal government uses Census numbers to allocate over $100 billion in funds annually for community programs and services.
*State and Local governments use Census information for planning and allocating for new school construction, public buildings, highway safety and public transportation systems, new roads and bridges, location of police and fire departments, and many other projects.
*Community organizations use Census information for developing social service programs, community action projects, senior lunch programs, and child-care centers.
*Businesses use the Census numbers to decide where to locate factories, shopping centers, movie theaters, banks and offices - leading to the creation of jobs in our area.
*The U.S. Congress uses the Census totals to determine how many seats your state will have in the U.S. House of Representatives. Likewise, states use the numbers to allocate seats in their Legislatures.
It is very important for all Valparaiso citizens to be counted. When the Census form reaches your household please take a few moments and respond right away.
Rex G. Richards, President
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