HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 008-2009 Resolution No. 08-09
A Resolution Establishing the Committee Count Committee for the 2010 Census
for the City of Brookings, South Dakota
Whereas, the United States will conduct a complete census of its population during the 2010
Census; and
Whereas, the City of Brookings has a vested interest in achieving a complete and accurate
count of its population during the 2010 Census; and
Whereas, specific interests include increased Federal funds appropriations, accurate local
statistical data for retail attraction, and accurate data for community housing needs; and
Whereas, some segments of the population are at risk for undercounting in the census; and
Whereas, the input and support of individuals and organizations actively engaged with groups at
risk for undercounting in the City of Brookings is necessary to achieve a complete count; and
Whereas, a Complete Count Committee would bring together individuals from throughout the
city committed to achieving a complete census count.
Now, Therefore, Be it Resolved, that the City Council of the Brookings, South Dakota, hereby
establishes the Brookings Complete Count Committee to plan and implement strategies for
achieving a complete count of Brookings city residents in the year 2010 United States Census,
including those residents at-risk for undercounting.
Purpose Statement/Goals:
I) Develop a community-specific 2010 Census awareness campaign.
2) Provide leadership in the promotion of the 2010 Census.
3) Commit to ensuring that every resident in our community is counted.
Membership: Due regard given to the following areas of representation: Local Government
(Brookings City Council & Brookings County Commission, City and County Planning
Departments), State Government (Social Services, Vocational Rehabilitation), Higher Learning
(South Dakota State University: Administration, Student Senate, Diversity Office), Brookings
School System, Senior Citizens, Business/Industry, Faith-Based Groups (Ministerial Association,
Habitat for Humanity), Tribal Government, Citizens at large, and the Media.
Residency: Each member of the Complete Count Committee shall be a resident of the City of
Brookings.
Meetings: The Brookings Complete Count Committee will meet at least monthly from the
committee inspection through May 2010 with the staff support of the City Manager's Office and
Community Development Director.
Quorum: A majority of the members of the Committee shall constitute a quorum for the
transaction of its business.
Coordination: The Brookings Complete Count Committee will coordinate its activities with
representatives from the U.S. Census Bureau's Denver Regional Office and with Brookings
County Planning Zoning Officials.
Now, therefore, be it resolved, that the City of Brooking duly authorizes the creation of a
Complete Count Committee for the 2010 Census and the appointment of members with
regard to areas of representation listed above.
Passed and approved this 10th day of February 2009.
CITY OF BROOKINGS
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