Bronxites, Did you know...
The U.S. Census Bureau does more than conduct the once every 10-year Census?
The U.S. Census Bureau does more than conduct the once every 10-year Census?
(If you said NO you are not alone—Please spread the word!)
· The Census conduct surveys every month involving thousands of households and businesses throughout the country.
· One or several of these surveys are currently being conducted in your area:
o American Community Survey Provides accurate and up-to-date demographic, economic, social, and housing profiles on communities.
o Current Population Survey Provides monthly information on the labor force characteristics of America’s communities.
o Current Population Survey Provides facts and figures that public health planners and organizations need to provide adequate health care in ycommunities.
o Consumer Expenditure Survey Provides data for the Consumer Price Index and public and private investments and spending.
o Survey of Income and Program Participation Provides current information about the financial situation of Americans on earnings, assets, spending, and income assistance programs.
o National Crime & Victimization Survey Provides data on the extent and nature of crime in America and documents changes in the criminal justice system.
o American Housing Survey Provides extensive data on the quality and characteristics of the housing stock in selected metropolitan areas around the nation.
· These “Current Surveys” collect data on conditions that affect our society such as labor force participation, income, and measures of health which impact funding and policy decisions for our borough.
WHAT CAN YOU DO TO HELP THE BRONX TO BE COUNTED?
· Complete a Current Survey: If you receive a survey, please complete and send back to the US Census.
· Get Involved…Help the US Census to educate your neighbors on the importance of responding to “Current Surveys”—Share this email.
· Educate Your Friends: Ask a Community/Civic Organization You are Involved with to REQUEST A PRESENTATION/WORKSHOP ABOUT:
o The different surveys that the Census conducts in your community and the importance of participating.
o How to navigate and use the Census website and data products.
o How to retrieve, download, and print Census data for select topics and geographies.
o How to create maps using Census data.
CONTACT:
U.S. Census Bureau—Rosemarie Fogarty
New York Regional Office
395 Hudson Street, Rm. 800
New York, NY 10014
Email: rosemarie.fogarty@census.gov
Hours: Monday - Friday 9 - 4 PM
Phone: (212) 584-3440
Fax: (212) 478-4801
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