Census Maryland 2020 Newsletter, May 29, 2020
Maryland Department of Planning sent this bulletin at 05/29/2020 05:14 PM EDT
June is American Housing MonthThe U.S. Census Bureau’s housing data present a comprehensive picture of housing in America. You will find a wide range of data on the size, age and type of American homes; and home values, rents and mortgages, the housing and construction industry, and more. The 2018 Population Estimates Program (July 1) counted 138.54M housing units, up 1.15M from 2017, and up 6.83M from 131.70M on April 1, 2010, Census Day. See more stats on housing at the U.S. Census Bureau
In This Issue
Note: If the bookmark links to the articles above do not work, check that your pop-up blocker is turned off. Otherwise, scroll down in the newsletter to see the articles. Follow Maryland Census 2020 on Twitter and Facebook – Follow @MdCensus2020 and like @MdCensus2020 – to stay in touch with Maryland's Census 2020 complete count efforts. Join the conversation by using hashtag #2020MDCensus on Facebook and on Twitter. Upcoming Meetings and EventsFor further details, go to the Maryland Census 2020 Events page
News and EventsBe a Census Champion in Maryland Census 2020 Outrea.ch – Planning's Recognition ProgramA Maryland Census Champion is a person or group that has gone above and beyond in spreading the Census message in their community. Census Champions have devised innovative ways to get their community engaged in completing the Census. The individual or group being nominated could be a member of a local complete committee, a faith leader, a business leader/owner, or even someone in the community making a difference. We will post the recipients of the Census Champion in this newsletter, on social media, and on the Census.Maryland.gov Download the Census Champion Nomination form and nominate a champion in your community today. Our first Census Champion is Ray Dintino, owner and operator of Color Craft Printing, Inc. in Millersville. Color Craft is a small business enterprise and Ray is a veteran. 
Maryland Self-Response Rate at 64.5 PercentAs of May 29, Maryland’s self-response rate to the 2020 Census is 64.5 percent, while the national average is 60.3 percent. Maryland is 11th in the U.S. and remains 2nd in the region, behind only Virginia at 65.5 percent. Maryland is ahead of Pennsylvania (63.4 percent), Delaware Carroll (76.5 percent and number 28 in the entire U.S. out of 3,200+ counties), Howard (74.3 percent), and Harford (72.7 percent) counties are leading the state. Twenty one Maryland counties/jurisdictions have achieved self-response rates over 50 percent and 18 counties rates exceed the national average. View Maryland County and Municipality Response Rates at the MDP's Census 2020 Response Rate At-A-Glance Dashboard
Census 2020 - Time to be CountedThe Census 2020 Invitation to Respond and a reminder were mailed to Garrett Park residents in March.
The results of the 2020 Census will help determine how hundreds of billions of dollars in federal funding flow into communities every year for the next decade. Read Full Article at the Town of Garrett Park, MD 
 Local Partners Create Engaging Videos to Encourage Complete Census Count in Their CommunitiesThe Maryland Department of Planning is collecting and posting videos created by our local government and nonprofit partners on its Census.Maryland.gov website. This week we are featuring Harford County's short humorous video that reminds residents that everyone counts when it comes to improved funding for counties – even someone who is staying in your home with you. If you have produced and published a video for the 2020 Census and would like to have it included on our page, please send you video, either a link to YouTube or a file, to John Coleman: johng.coleman@maryland.gov. View Harford County's video, Everyone counts in the 2020 Census, even him View Maryland Census 2020 Partner Videos page 
More Than 60 Percent of U.S. Households Have Responded to 2020 CensusCurrent internet self-response rates are above Census Bureau projections, as households continue to favor online to phone and mail in responding to the census. In a video message, Census Bureau Director Dr. Steven Dillingham thanked people for responding to reach this milestone and encouraged those who have not responded to help shape their future for the next 10 years. Watch Director Dillingham's Message 
We All Benefit by Responding to the 2020 CensusYour Response Can Make a Difference! Counting everyone in the 2020 Census can help communities receive funding for health care, education, emergency services, and more.If you have already responded to the 2020 Census—thank you! Your response helps shape your future. If you have not yet responded online or by phone, you may receive a paper questionnaire so you can respond by mail. You are strongly encouraged to respond promptly. Even if you receive a paper questionnaire, you can still respond online at 2020census.gov. Get More Information and Respond at 2020Census.gov 
Connecting With Partners: ReadyNationFor an inside look at the growing roster of 2020 Census partners, we asked ReadyNation, part of Council for a Strong America, what motivated the organization to engage its network of more than 2,700 business executives about the importance of responding to the 2020 Census. Here’s the U.S Census Bureau's Q&A with ReadyNation Deputy Director Jeffrey Connor-Naylor, who manages census-related activities for the organization. What Motivated You to Collaborate with Us? The 2020 Census is important to ReadyNation for a range of reasons. First, our business leader members rely on accurate census information to make strategic business decisions that affect the success of their companies. Read Full Interview at the U.S. Census Bureau
Be an Advocate for Truth: Set the Record Straight on the CensusWe hear lots of reasons why people won’t take the Census but many of them are based on misinformation. We need advocates like you to spread the truth. Reason #1: I can’t take the Census because I’m not a citizen. Incorrect! Reason #2: My responses don’t matter. Nothing will change anyway. Not true. Reason #3: If I respond, my information could be used against me. Never. Share this with friends and family who you think need this information and ensure they take the Census! 
Editorial: Still Time to be Counted in 2020 CensusFirst, the good news. Harford County is just one of four Maryland counties to have a response rate of over 70% to the 2020 U.S. census. At a little over 72% as of the end of last week, Harford is still a bit off of its 81% response rate from the 2010 census. Now, the bad news. That means roughly three out of 10 households still haven’t filled out the census form, which were mailed out in mid-March. The question, is why not? Maybe you thought April 1, generally regarded as Census Day, was the deadline. Not so. The first of April is considered a guidepost for the count. When you answer the question how many people are living in your house, you should answer as of April 1. But census responses can still be submitted after that date. Read Editorial Article at the Aegis (Harford County) U.S. Census Bureau Provides Educational Toolkits for ChildrenThe United States Census Bureau's Statistics in Schools (SIS) program recently released caregiver toolkits that provide engaging educational activities for students. The four toolkits are geared toward learners from pre-K to high school, with videos, map assignments, and other age-appropriate activities to keep students engaged while learning at home. Read Full Article at Maryland Association of Counties' Conduit Street
 Census Bureau to Deliver 2020 Census Questionnaires in MarylandMay 29, 2020 — The U.S. Census Bureau, in coordination with federal, state and local health officials, will begin to drop off 2020 Census questionnaire packets at front doors of households in Maryland in the week of June 1, in the area covered by the Hanover and Towson Area Census Offices. This is done in areas where the majority of households do not receive mail at their physical address. The Census Bureau began hand-delivering census materials on March 15, but suspended all fieldwork for this operation on March 18 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Temporary field staff have been trained to observe all social distancing protocols and will wear official government-provided personal protective equipment for their safety and the safety of the public. This operation is contactless and follows the most current federal health and safety guidelines. The health and safety of Census Bureau staff and the public is always a top priority. The Census Bureau will deliver 2020 Census invitations and paper questionnaires at the front doors of roughly 5.1 million stateside households. This operation is crucial to ensure a complete and accurate count of all communities, which helps guide hundreds of billions of dollars in public and private sector spending per year. 
Census Maryland 2020 Social Media
Follow @MDCensus2020 on Facebook and Twitter May 22: Governor's Office of Community Initiatives: Complete Census NOW, AT HOME! May 23: Maryland CCC Co-chair Walkiria Pool on Maxima 95.3 Radio Show May 25: Today we honor all of those who gave the last full measure of devotion to their country. May 26: Did you know your census responses impact education programs? Sign-up to learn how May 26: This is the Census Tract where the Maryland State House is. Can you spot it? May 27: Did you know your census responses impact the allocation of vaccines? Sign-up to learn how New Household Pulse Survey Shows Concern Over Food Security, Loss of IncomeThe first results from the new U.S. Census Bureau Household Pulse Survey released today show that many households have experienced loss in employment income, are concerned about food security, and have deferred decisions to access health care. The survey is intended to provide crucial weekly data to help understand the experiences of American households during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read Full Article at the U.S. Census Bureau
It’s Not Too Late: Respond NowIf you have already responded to the 2020 Census—thank you and let us know! Your response helps shape your future. If you have not yet responded, you are strongly encouraged to do so promptly. You can respond online at 2020census.gov — without ever having to leave home or meet with a census taker.
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