Census Maryland 2020 Newsletter, June 5, 2020
Maryland Department of Planning sent this bulletin at 06/05/2020 04:09 PM EDT
June is Great Outdoors MonthAnd a great month to celebrate the great outdoors it is. The 2016 National Survey of Fishing, Hunting, and Wildlife-Associated Recreation counted more than $157 billion in expenditures for wildlife-related recreation. See more stats on the Great Outdoors at the U.S. Census Bureau  In This Issue
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News and EventsCongratulations to our Census Champions!Four Named Maryland Census Champions - Each Help Make a Difference in Our Complete CountOur champions this week are:
A 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 2020 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. Recipients of the Census Champion will be highlighted 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. Jordyn KuczakJordyn Kuczak is the Communication Technology Assistant to the Public Relations and Special Events Coordinator at the Worcester County Board of Education and is the education representative to the Worcester County Complete Count Committee. "From the very start Jordyn stepped up to the plate to design all of the 'branding' for 2020 Census Worcester campaign while managing her responsibilities at the Board of Education. Jordyn has designed pull-up banners, table runners, table tents, flyers, register receipts, banners and social media posts." states Kelly Henry, Complete Count Coordinator for Worcester County.
 Dr. Richard MidcapDr. Richard Midcap is the President of Garrett College. Thomas Vose, Director of the Ruth Enlow Library of Garrett County and Census Coordinator for the county has this say about Dr. Midcap: "Dr. Midcap has been exemplary in his support of the Census project in Garrett County, working closely with the Bureau to deliver campus figures, volunteering the use of his space and staff for an in-person Census site, and ensuring that Census promotional materials are included in his marketing and website."
Shawna KearsleyShawna Kearsley, Executive Director of the Crisfield Arts Syndicate, used her social media skills and community connections to create a Census film challenge, regularly post on social media, and organize food distribution for the residents in Crisfield. She was always quick to provide input and solutions, and took every opportunity to hand out flyers, talk about the Census, and post encouragements on social media. Kristen M. Tremblay, Census Coordinator for Somerset County, has this to say about Shawna, "I feel blessed to have had her as part of the team, and am glad to have met her throughout this process. I now have a friend for life!"
 Mt. Carmel Baptist ChurchPastor Carroll Linwood Mills as the leader of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church is more than a leader, he is an inspiration. He attended all of Somerset County's Complete Count Committee meetings. Under Pastor Mills' leadership, Mt. Carmel Baptist Church led food distribution mission where church members took the opportunity to hand out hundreds of flyers and census related materials to residents in need. Pastor Mills always brought a smile, and his team of volunteers were like a well-oiled machine. "I had the opportunity to get to know him and his parishioners and feel more connected to my community as a result. Somerset County is lucky to have him," said Kristen Tremblay, Census Coordinator for Somerset County.  
As of June 5, Maryland Self-Response Rate at 65.0 PercentAs of June 5, Maryland’s self-response rate to the 2020 Census is 65.0 percent, while the national average is 60.7 percent. Maryland is 11th in the U.S., just .4% behind Indiana, and remains 2nd in the region, behind only Virginia at 65.8 percent. Maryland is ahead of Pennsylvania (63.7 percent), Delaware Carroll (76.9 percent and number 27 in the entire U.S. out of 3,200+ counties), Howard (74.8 percent), and Harford (73.2 percent) counties are leading the state. Twenty two 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  And... Calvert County is the 2nd County to Exceed Their 2010 Response Rate in the 2020 Census
"Give A Hoot" - The Department of Natural Resources Keeps Its Newsletter Readers Aware of the 2020 CensusBe Counted in Census 2020 Have you filled out your census yet? The United States is required to perform a national count of all people living in each state every 10 years. The Census is now underway. Completing your Census form ensures Maryland families, neighbors, and communities receive the support they need to live, work, play, and grow. Thanks for being counted and ensuring that others you know participate. Top 10 Programs Funded in Maryland by the Census
Latest Partner Video: Secretary of Aging Rona Kramer Reminds Maryland That the Census is Not Suspended and Encourages Complete Census CountThis week, we are featuring Maryland Department of Aging Secretary Kramer's video reminding residents that the Census 2020 has not been suspended and that a complete count matters to the state. If you have produced and published a video for the 2020 Census and would like to have it included on our page, please send your video (either a link to YouTube or a file), to John Coleman: johng.coleman@maryland.gov. View The Maryland Department of Aging's video, The 2020 Census has NOT been suspended! Although some of the activities undertaken by the US Census Bureau have been adjusted or delayed, the self response to the 2020 Census continues. View Maryland Census 2020 Partner Videos page
When Larry the Cucumber and Daniel Tiger Speak, Children ListenChildren love to see their favorite characters on TV, online, and in books. Often these characters can teach them key lessons like how to brush their teeth, get ready for bed, and take care of younger siblings. Now the U.S. Census Bureau is using a similar approach to teach tots and their parents about the importance of counting everyone — especially young children — in the 2020 Census. Read Full Article at the U.S. Census Bureau
Census Bureau Releases New Report on VeteransA new report released on June 2 by the U.S. Census Bureau, Those Who Served: America’s Veterans From World War II to the War on Terror, shows that while the overall population of veterans is declining, the number of female veterans is on the rise and post 9-11 veterans have the highest rate of service-connected disability compared to any other group of veterans. Read Full Article at the U.S. Census Bureau
Montgomery County Continues to Push for Participation in the 2020 CensusAs the main determinant in drawing district lines, funding initiatives, and the number of seats in the House, Montgomery County continues to encourage residents to complete the 2020 Census. A recent tweet from the county emphasized that “Everyone Counts in Montgomery County.” Read Full Article at the Montgomery Community Media
An Opportunity To Make a Difference. Shape the Future of your Town.From disaster planning to small business development, Medicare Part B to highway construction, policymakers use census data to plan and fund many programs that affect your community. The Census is for everyone! The administrator of a small town, Don believes in looking out for his community and making sure everyone gets counted in the 2020 Census. View the video, Meet Don, Shaping the Future of His Small Town
Our Rural Communities: The 2020 Census Will Have a Direct Impact on Small Towns and Rural Areas Across the Country for the Next 10 YearsThe results of the 2020 Census will help communities plan for the future. And they will shape how hundreds of millions of dollars in federal funding are distributed across the country—for business development, rural education, and much more. Here's a closer look at our country's smaller towns and cities—what the 2010 Census revealed and how the 2020 Census can help shape the next 10 years. View Infographic at the U.S. Census Bureau 
Spread the Word: The Census is Happening NowThe 2020 Census is more than a population count. It's an opportunity to shape your community's future. Through your social media channels, your voice can make a difference. You can inspire others. Tell everyone—your friends and family, neighbors and co-workers—that you will complete the census, and that they should respond now, too! Learn how you can inspire other at the 2020 Census: Spread the Word 
Kent County Economic Development Holds Contest for County Residents to Take the CensusYOU COULD WIN! Haven't completed your Census yet? We challenge you to take a screenshot of your Census submission confirmation page and send it to 443-480-5692, Saving Hope Consulting inbox, or Kent County Local Management Board inbox to be entered to sin the prizes pictured below. Be Counted!
Census Maryland 2020 Social Media
Follow @MDCensus2020 on Facebook and Twitter June 2: Everyone Counts! Check out Veggie Tales's video on why the Census is important! June 3: Census Frequently Asked Questions June 3: Take The Census! Social Media Images June 4: Top 10 Programs Funded in Maryland By the Census!
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