Mayor Michaels Urges Fulton Residents To Fill Out 2020 Census

by Contributor | July 15, 2020 11:11 am

FULTON –  Mayor Deana Michaels is urging people to “Stand Up and Be Counted” in the 2020 Census by creating a new committee aimed at encouraging residents to fill out their forms.

“The 2020 U.S. Census [count] is more important than ever. Answering the Census helps make sure our city gets its fair share of federal help for schools, hospitals, roads, public works and other vital programs and services,” Michaels said. “Many businesses use census data to determine where to build their factories, offices and stores. In order for Fulton to have a seat at the table we need to make sure that we have a complete count. In order to do that, I’ve created a Complete Count Committee.”

To help get the word out, the Complete Count Committee is made up of:

· Lowie Brooks: Fulton Community Development Agency Acting Executive Director
· Linda Eagan: Executive Director of Fulton Block Builders
· Patrick Waite: Deputy Executive Director of Oswego County Opportunities
· Brooks Wright: Greater Oswego Fulton Chamber of Commerce
· Doug Chapman: 2nd Ward Fulton City Common Council Member
· Laurie Smith: City of Fulton Personnel Director
· Dan Farfaglia: Former Oswego County Legislator

How can you fill out the form? You should have  received a form in the mail to fill out. It is quick and easy and has the postage on it.

If you did not receive a form, you can fill out the Census online at my2020census.gov and select the link that says “If you do not have a Census ID, click here.” Filling out the form online is quick and safe. You can also fill out the Census over the phone by calling 844-330-2020.

If you need additional assistance or do not have internet access, City of Fulton residents can make an appointment with the Fulton Community Development Agency at 315-593-7166. You can fill out the form at their office and the staff will be there to help you if you need it.

“Right now the response rate for the City of Fulton is 60%. That’s a great job Fulton, but we can do better,” Michaels said. “Please fill out the Census form as soon as possible so that Fulton will have a seat at the table.”

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