Besides the elections coming up in 2020, is the importance of the census. There was a presentation at one of the caucus meetings and I also recently heard on the radio that the federal government will be disbursing $675 billion for the census nationwide to communities. This money will help support the states, counties, and communities vital programs which will impact housing, education, transportation, employment, healthcare, etc. That is why EVERY SINGLE PERSON must be counted. Recruitments are being taken for census workers. Once you become a census worker, you are considered a government employee. Not under any circumstances the personal data you collect from any individual can be shared by any other agency – local, county, or federal. The census can be done online or by a phone call. There is a deadline for the information to be collected. A census worker will only come to your house if the information was not filled out. The census workers will make 2 attempts to come to your residence. If they are unsuccessful, they will ask your neighbors if they have any knowledge if any people live in your house.
All Census Bureau Staff take a lifetime oath to protect your personal information, and any violation comes with a penalty of up to $250,000 and/or up to 5 years in prison. There are no exceptions. The law requires the Census Bureau to keep everyone’s information confidential. (Source Census.gov)
So, make sure you are counted. Just as a safety net, the question about your citizenship was removed from the form.
If you are interested in becoming a Census 2020 worker, contact Deputy Municipal Department Head, Recreation Department Dianne Roman at Olive Street. (732) 826-1690 ext. 4320
If you have any questions regarding the census, go to 2020Census.gov
The Bill of Rights was first ratified right here in Perth Amboy on November 20, 1789. It’s the 230th Anniversary. The Bill of Rights is such an important part of our nation’s history. It was suggested to us to be taught as part of the requirements of the curriculum. As an afterthought all municipalities should have their history taught in school, but Perth Amboy’s history is especially important. C.M. & K.M.
