2009-020RESOLUTION NO. 09-020 OFFICIAL RECORD
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS
GIVING SUPPORT OF AND PARTNERSHIP WITH THE 2010 CENSUS; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Southlake, Texas is a home rule city acting under its charter adopted by
the electorate pursuant to Article XI, Section 5 of the Texas Constitution and Chapter 9 of the
Local Government Code; and
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 provide a historic opportunity for the City of
Southlake to help shape the foundation of our society and play an active role in American
democracy;
WHEREAS, the City Council 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
SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS:
SECTION 1.
That the City Council hereby supports the goals and ideals for the 2010 Census and will
disseminate 2010 Census information to encourage participation.
SECTION 2.
Asks its affiliates and membership to partner together to achieve an accurate and complete count.
SECTION 3.
Encourages people in Southlake to participate in events and initiatives that will raise overall
awareness of the 2010 Census and increase participation among all populations.
PASSED, APPROVED AND EFFECTIVE on this 21St day of April, 2009.
ATTEST pUTH('•,,`
Lori Payne, CITY SECRETAR iw "
Andy Wambsganss, MAYOR