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Election 2019: VOTE on November 5, 2019!
Census 101 – What You Need to Know Everyone Counts The census counts every person
It’s about $675 billion Census data determine how more than $675 billion are spent, supporting your state, country and community’s vital programs. It’s about redistricting After each census, state officials use the results to redraw the boundaries of their congressional and state legislative districts, adapting to population shifts. Taking part is your civic duty Completing the census is required: it’s a way to participate in our democracy and say “I COUNT!” Your data is confidential. Federal law protects your census responses. Your answers can only be used to produce statics. By law we cannot share your information with immigration enforcement agencies, law enforcement agencies or allow it to be used to determine your eligibility for government benefits. You can help You are the expert - we need your ideas on the best way to make sure everyone in your community gets counted. 2020 will be easier than ever. In 2020, you will be able to respond to the census online.
The Mayoral election in the City of Tucson General Election is approaching quickly! Ballots for the General Election will be due back via mail by October 30, 2019. No matter who you vote for, it is important that your voice is heard. The City of Tucson is encouraging all residents to vote by mail, however, the following polling locations will be open between 6 AM and 7 PM on November 5: • Department of Housing and Community Development: 320 N Commerce Park Lp • Morris K Udall Regional Center: 7200 E Tanque Verde Rd • Donna R. Liggins Recreation Center: 2160 N 6th Ave • William Clements Recreation Center: 8155 E Poinciana Dr • El Pueblo Senior Center: 101 W Irvington Rd • Parks and Recreation Administration Randolph Park: 900 S Randolph Way. The Tucson City Clerk will also be open from October 11 - November 4 from 8 AM – 5 PM Mon. – Fri., and on November 5 from 6 AM – 7 PM. The Tucson City Clerk is located at 800 E 12th St. Join PCOA for a Free Coco Screening! PCOA will be screening the Disney Pixar film Coco at the new Katie Dusenberry Healthy Aging Center! Join us on November 7 at 4 p.m. at 600 S. Country Club Rd. to learn more about PCOA’s services and enjoy a family friendly movie. The film will be screened in English with Spanish subtitles. We hope you’ll join us for a fun family evening and free food! Seating is limited and available on a first come first serve basis. RSVP at https://cocoscreening.eventbrite.com
living in the U.S. once, only once and in the right place. It’s in the Constitution The U.S Constitution requires a census every 10 years. The census covers the entire country and everyone living there. The first census was in 1790. It’s about fair representation Every 10 years, the results of the census are used to reapportion the House of Representatives, determining how many seats each state gets. Residents use the census to support community initiatives involving legislation, quality-of- life and consumer advocacy. Local Governments Local governments use the census for public safety and emergency preparedness. Businesses Businesses use census data to decide where to build factories, offices, and stores, which creates jobs. Real Estate Developers Real estate developers use the census to build new homes and revitalizing old neighborhoods.
Census Data Is Used All Around You Residents
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