ORDER NO. 31208
RESOLUTION FOR 2010 CENSUS
Came to be heard this the 23rd day of February, 2009, with a motion made by
Commissioner Letz, seconded by Commissioner Oehler, the Court unanimously
approved by a vote of 4-0-0 to:
Approve Resolution in support of the 2010 Census, and authorize County Judge to sign
same.
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COMMISSIONERS' COURT AGENDA REQUEST
PLEASE FURNISH ONE ORIGINAL AND TEN (10) COPIES OF THIS
REQUEST AND DOCUMENTS TO BE REVIEWED BY THE COURT
MADE BY: Ken Sierra/Lupe Ochoa
MEETING DATE: February 23, 2009
OFFICE: Census 2010
TIME PREFERRED: 9:05 AM
ST_IRTF;rT• Consider; discuss and take appropriate action on preser~tatio:: and Resolution
regarding support of the 2010 Census.
EXECUTIVE SESSION REQUESTED: (PLEASE STATE REASON)
NAME OF PERSON ADDRESSING THE COURT: Ken Sierra/Lupe Ochoa
ESTIMATED LENGTH OF PRESENTATION:
IF PERSONNEL MATTER -NAME OF EMPLOYEE:
Time for submitting this request for Court to assure that the matter is posted in
accordance with Title 5, Chapter 551 and 5~2, Government Code, is as follows:
Meeting scheduled for Mondays:
THIS REQUEST RECENED BY:
THIS RQUEST RECEIVED ON:
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Meetings. Your cooperation will be appreciated and contribute towards your request being
addressed at the earliest opportunity. See Agenda Request Rules Adopted by Commissioners'
Court.
5:00 PM previous Tuesday
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A resolution affirming
Kerr County
Support of and partnership with 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 provides a historic opportunity for Kerr County to help shape the
foundation of our society and play an active role in American democracy;
WHEREAS Kerr County is committed to ensuring every resident is counted;
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;
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, county and city councils, and voting districts;
WHEREAS the 2010 Census creates hundreds of thousands of jobs across the nation;
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;
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;
Now, therefore, BE IT RESOLVED that Kerr County:
1. Supports the goals and ideals for the 2010 Census and will disseminate 2010 Census
information to encourage participation.
Asks its affiliates and rnembership to partner together to achieve an accurate and complete
count.
3. Encourage people in Kerr County to participate in events and initiatives that will raise overall
awareness of the 2010 Census and increase participation among all populations.
Signature
Name Pat Tinley
Title County_Judge
Organization Kerr County
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A resolution affirming
Kerr Counts
Support of and partnership with 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 provides a historic opportunity for Kerr County to help shape the
foundation of our society and play an active role in American democracy;
WHEREAS Kerr County is committed to ensuring every resident is counted;
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;
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, county and city councils, and voting districts;
WHEREAS the 2010 Census creates hundreds of thousands of jobs across the nation;
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;
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;
Now, therefore, BE IT RESOLVED that Kerr County:
Supports the goals and ideals for the 2010 Census and will disseminate 2010 Census
information to encourage participation.
2. Asks its affiliates and membership to partner together to achieve an accurate and complete
count.
3. Encourage people in Kerr County to participate in events and initiatives that will raise overall
awareness of the 2010 Census and increase participation among all populations.
Signa ~~ J
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Name Pat Tinley
Title Count~ludge
Organization Kerr County