HomeMy WebLinkAboutReg 2020-08-03 Item 3 - Proclamation - United States 2020 Census Complete Count DayOffice of the Mayor
• City of Tukwila, Washington
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, every ten years the U.S. Census Bureau counts residents across the nation; and
WHEREAS, April 1, 2020 is nationally recognized as Census Day by the United State Census
Bureau; and
WHEREAS, the City ofTukwi[a deems it to be the best interest for Tukwi[a residents to approve
and self -respond to the U.S. 2020 Census Complete Count Day; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of the U.S. Census Complete Count is to raise awareness in the City of
Tukwila of the importance of 2020 Census; to aggressively reach out to hard to count
populations and encourage participation; and
WHEREAS, the information collected by the U.S. Census Bureau is confidential and protected
by law: and
WHEREAS, a Complete Count of the Tukwila community is comprised of a united voice from
business, government community -based and faith -based organizations, educators, and
others to enable the 2020 Census message to reach more of Tukwila residents; and
WHEREAS, a Complete Count ensures accurate Census date that is critical for government
programs, policies and decision making, including federal representation and the funding of
social services and educational programs; along with the American Community Survey it is a
vital tool for economic development and increased employment; and
WHEREAS, the appropriate City officials are authorized and directed to execute what is
necessary to comply with this Proclamation;
NOW THEREFORE, I, Allan Ekberg, Mayor of the City of Tukwila, do hereby proclaim August 3,
2020 as:
The United States 2020 Census Complete Count Day
in the City of Tukwila and encourage all community residents to join me in recognizing this
special observance.
Presented this third day of August, 2020.
Allan Ekberg, Mayor