19-33 - RTOWN OF PROSPER, TEXAS RESOLUTION NO. 19-33
A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF PROSPER,
TEXAS, SUPPORTING THE U.S. CENSUS BUREAU'S 2020 DECENNIAL
CENSUS PROGRAM AND PLEDGING PARTICIPATION IN LOCAL
INITIATIVES INCLUDING A COMPLETE COUNT COMMITTEE; MAKING
FINDINGS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the U.S. Census Bureau is required by the U.S. Constitution to conduct a
count of the population every ten years and the decennial census provides a historic opportunity
to help shape the foundation of our society and play an active role in American democracy; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Prosper, Texas, is committed to ensuring every resident is
counted as federal and state funding is allocated to communities, and decisions are made on
matters of national and local importance based, in part, on census data; and
WHEREAS, census data helps determine how many seats each state will have in the U.S.
House of Representatives and is necessary for the accurate and fair redistricting of legislative
seats; and
WHEREAS, information from the upcoming 2020 Census and American Community
Survey are vital tools for economic development and increased employment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
PROSPER, TEXAS, THAT:
SECTION 1
The findings set forth above are incorporated into the body of this Resolution as if fully set
forth herein.
SECTION 2
The Council supports the goals and ideals of the 2020 Census and will fully support the
decennial census program.
SECTION 3
Encourage all Town of Prosper residents to participate in events and initiatives that will
raise the overall awareness of the 2020 Census and increase participation.
SECTION 4
Encourage 2020 Census advocates to speak to town and community organizations.
SECTION 5
Support Census workers as they help Prosper better understand the importance of
completing Census forms and obtaining an accurate count.
SECTION 6
Strive to achieve a complete and accurate count of all persons within Prosper municipal
boundaries.
SECTION 7
Any and all resolutions, rules, regulations, policies, or provisions in conflict with the
provisions of this Resolution are hereby repealed and rescinded to the extent of any conflict
herewith.
SECTION 8
This Resolution shall be effective from and after its passage by the Town Council.
DULY PASSED #Nq,4PPROVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
PROSPER, TEXA4�0I�Tfilju Tki DAY OF MAY, 2019.
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APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY:
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Terrence S. Welch, Town Attorney
Resolution No. 19-33, Page 2