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The City of Hastings
Resolution No. 02- -10
Affirming the Support of and Partnership with the 2010 Census.
WHEREAS the U.S. Census Bureau is required by the U.S. Constitution to conduct a count of
the population and provides a historic opportunity to help shape the foundation of our society and play an
active role in American democracy;
WHEREAS the City of Hastings is committed to ensuring every resident is counted;
WHEREAS more than $400 billion per year in federal and state funding is allocated to
communities, and decisions are made on matters of national and local importance based, in part, on
census data, including health care, community development, housing, education, transportation, social
services, employment and much more;
WHEREAS census data helps determine how many seats each state will have in the U.S. House
of Representatives and often is used for 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 the
Census Bureau ensures that the data identifying respondents or their household not be released or shared
for 72 years;
WHEREAS a united voice from business, 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 the City of Hastings:
1. 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 work together to achieve an accurate and complete count.
3. Encourages people in our community to participate in events and initiatives that will raise the
overall awareness of the 2010 Census and increase participation among all populations.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Hastings, this 16 Day of February, 2010.
Ayes:
Nays:
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Paul J. Hicks, Mayor
Attested:
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Melanie Mesko Lee, Assistant City Administrator/City Clerk