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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2008-074
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SEWARD, ALASKA, AFFIRMING THE CITY'S SUPPORT AND
PARTNERSHIP WITH THE U. S. CENSUS BUREAU IN
CONDUCTING THE 2010 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 provide a historic
opportunity to help shape the foundation of our society and play an active role in
American democracy; and
WHEREAS, the City Of Seward is committed to ensuring every resident is
counted; and
WHEREAS, more than $300 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 determine how many seats each state will have in the
U.S. House of Representatives as well as the redistricting of state legislatures, borough
and city councils, and voting districts; and
WHEREAS, the 2010 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 2010 Census
message to reach a broader audience, providing trusted advocates who can spark positive
conversations about the 2010 Census.
Seward City Council
Resolution 2008-074
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SEWARD CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, that:
Section 1. The City of Seward strongly supports the goals and ideals for the
2010 Census and will disseminate 2010 Census information to encourage total
community participation.
Section 2. The City of Seward appeals to local organizations and groups to
partner together to achieve an accurate and complete count within the City.
Section 3. The City of Seward encourages residents to participate in Census
promotional events and support initiatives that will raise the overall awareness of the
2010 Census.
Section 4. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this
11th day of August, 2008.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Clark Corbridge
Mayor
AYES: Dunham, Valdatta, Bardarson, Amberg, Smith, Corbridge
NOES: None
ABSENT: Kellar
ABSTAIN: None
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Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: August 11, 2008
To: Phillip Oates, City Manager`~~~~
From: Donna Glenz, Associate Planner
Agenda Item: Supporting the 2010 Census
BACKGROUND & NSTIFICATION:
Attached for the City Council's review and approval is Resolution 2008-_ supporting the 2010
Census. The U.S. Census Bureau is required by the Constitution of the United States of America
to conduct a count of the population. Census date directly affect how more than $300 billion per
year in federal and state funding is allocated to communities for neighborhood improvements,
public health, education, transportation and much more. Mandated by the U.S. Constitution, the
census is also used to apportion seats in the U.S. House of Representatives and to redistrict state
legislatures.
The U.S. Census Bureau will soon be opening new offices to begin operations for conducting the
2010 Census. Office jobs will be available starting in 2008. 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.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST
Where applicable, this resolution is consistent with the Seward City Code, Charter,
Comprehensive Plan, Land Use Plan, Strategic Plan and the City Council Rules of Procedures.
FISCAL NOTE: ~~~
Approved by Finance Department
RECOMMENDATION:
The City Council approves Resolution 2008-0~4affirming support and partnership with the US
Census Bureau in conducting the 2010 census.
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