Census Data is Crucial to Communities

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Have you ever wondered how billions of dollars in federal funds for hospitals, fire departments, schools, roads, and other resources get distributed across the nation? Look no further than the Decennial Census. Individual, household, and neighborhood characteristics such as age, population density, and owner/renter status impact how local agencies plan for the future services and infrastructure. This information, and more, will be collected from every household in the United States beginning April 1, 2020. Here are a few helpful links to answer some of your questions:

What is expected of me for the 2020 Census? https://2020census.gov/en/am-i-required.html

How do City leaders view the Census? https://www.coloradoan.com/story/opinion/2020/02/28/city-census-data-shape-community-services-years/4897688002/

Why does the Census Bureau ask certain questions? https://2020census.gov/en/about-questions.html