Why The Census Is Important
- Determines fair representation in the democratic process
- Serves as a tool for government and business planning
- Ensures federal funding is allocated appropriately for programs such as
- Medicare
- Housing Assistance
- Low income energy assistance (LIHEAP)
What You Can Expect
- This year, for the first time, you will be invited to complete the Census online or by telephone
- In March, you will receive an invitation in the mail to respond to the census online or via phone
- If you have not responded online or by phone by mid-April you will be sent a paper questionnaire
- Anyone who has not responded after this time will be followed up with, in person, by a Census Bureau Employee
Our Local Census Outreach Coordinator
- Michelle Jaggi
- 150 E Front St., Suite 300, Erie, PA 16507
- 814-451-7323
- censusoutreach@erieareacog.org