Today We Count
April 01, 2010
President Obama has officially declared today "Census Day" in a presidential proclamation, a day which reminds us all how important it is to complete and mail back the 2010 Census form.
AFSCME is supporting the 2010 Census March to the Mailbox campaign to ensure that all of our communities are counted. The two-week campaign includes special events in communities across the nation on April 10 aimed at boosting participation in the important count of residents of the United States every 10 years.
The 2010 Census will determine how much communities receive of more than $400 billion in federal funds each year for things like:
- Hospitals
- Job training centers
- Schools
- Senior centers
- Bridges, tunnels and other public works projects
- Emergency services
The data collected by the Census also helps determine the number of seats your state has in the U.S. House of Representatives.
As public servants, AFSCME members are quick to understand that it's important to fill in the form and promptly mail it back. An accurate count of residents can make a difference for your community. Better infrastructure. More public services. A brighter tomorrow for everyone.
That’s why AFSCME is encouraging members to fill out and return census forms right away and join the March to the Mailbox. The information you provide to the Census is important. Your privacy is protected under federal law. And participation isn’t just important — it’s mandatory.
