RES 1388 06/09/2009 RESOLUTION # 1388
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CIBOLO,
TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO AFFIRM THE SUPPORT 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
Cibolo, Texas to help shape the foundation of our society and play an active role in
American democracy;
WHEREAS the City of Cibolo 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 advocated who can spark positive
conversations about the 2010 Census;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CIBOLO, GUADALUPE COUNTY, TEXAS:
PART 1. That the City of Cibolo supports the goals and ideals for the 2010
Census and will disseminate 2010 Census information to encourage participation.
PART 2. That the City of Cibolo asks its affiliates and membership partner
together to achieve an accurate an complete count.
PART 3. That the City of Cibolo encourages people in Cibolo to participate in
events and initiatives that will raise overall awareness of the 2010 Census and increase
participation among all populations.
ADOPTED THIS 9TH DAY OF JUNE, 2009.
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nnifer man
Mayor, ty of Cibolo
ATTEST:
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Peggy Cimics
City Seretary, City of Cibolo