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RESOLUTION NO. 08-22-19-2h
A RESOLUTION AFFIRMING THE CITY OF COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS SUPPORT OF
AND PARTNERSHIP WITH THE 2020 U.S. CENSUS.
WHEREAS, the U.S. Census Bureau is required by the Constitution of the United States of America to
conduct a count of the population and this provides a historic opportunity for the City of College Station to
help shape the foundation of our society and play an active role in American democracy; and
WHEREAS, the City of College Station is committed to ensuring every resident is counted; and
WHEREAS, more than $675 billion per year in federal and state funding is allocated to communities, and
decisions are made on matters of national and local importance based on census data, including healthcare,
community development, housing, education, transportation, social services, employment, and much more;
and
WHEREAS, census data determines 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; and
WHEREAS, the 2020 Census creates hundreds of thousands of jobs across the nation; and
WHEREAS, every Census Bureau worker takes a lifetime oath to protect confidentiality and ensure that
data identifying respondents or their household not be released or shared for 72 years; and
WHEREAS, a united voice from businesses, government, community-based and faith-based organizations,
educators, media and others will allow the 2020 Census message to reach a broader audience, providing
trusted advocates who can spark positive conversations about the 2020 Census;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS:
PART 1: That the City Council of the City of College Station supports the goals and ideals for the
2020 Census and will disseminate 2020 Census information to encourage participation.
PART 2: That the City Council of the City of College Station asks its affiliates and membership to
partner together to achieve an accurate and complete count.
PART 3: That the City Council of the City of College Station encourages people in the City of
College Station to participate in events and initiatives that will raise overall awareness of
the 2020 Census and increase participation among all populations.
PART 4: That this Resolution shall be effective immediately upon its passage and approval.
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PASSED, ADOPTED and APPROVED this 22 day of August, 2019.
ATTEST: APPROVED:
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City Secretary Mayor
APPROVED:
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City Attorney