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There are five Tuesdays in September, so this month we have a bonus Noon Hybrid Meeting on September 29th. David Wakely, the State Demographic Center’s Assistant Director of Census Outreach and Engagement, will deliver a presentation that will help attendees better understand the importance of the Census, address the challenges facing a complete count in 2020, and describe what the State, our partners, and Minnesotans can do to help make sure we have a full and accurate count in 2020. Every ten years, the Constitutionally-mandated United States Census provides information that informs the apportionment of political representation at all levels of government and the allocation of resources by governments, non-profits, and the private sector. The Minnesota State Demographic Center is helping coordinate a statewide effort composed of local governments, tribal nations, non-profit organizations, communities of faith, and other stakeholders to ensure a full and accurate count of all people living in Minnesota. A successful effort will help retain Minnesota’s 8 Congressional seats and assure the proper allocation of over $15 billion in federal funds that help support Minnesota’s schools, hospitals, agriculture, first responders, roads, businesses, and households. In 2010, Minnesota ranked #2 in census participation at 81%. Our goal is to be #1 in 2020. |
