2020 DECENNIAL CENSUS

Census 2020 results could mean extra money for Arizona…

and Marana

Data collected in the 2020 Census will provide a fresh snapshot of our nation—how much our population has grown, how demographics have shifted by states, and our overall makeup including age, race and sex. The census information is used to determine your congressional representation as well as federal funding distributions to states for state, regional and local programs and services.

Every year, more than $675 billion goes toward hospitals, fire departments, schools, roads, and more. Each person in our state represents nearly $2,000 in federal funds* available to Arizona each year.

The results are critically important because census data help businesses, researchers and policymakers all make decisions. The data could show, for example, that your community needs more funding for school lunches or more services for single-parent families.

Getting a complete and accurate census count is critically important. That's why your response is required by law. If you do not respond, the U.S. Census Bureau will follow up in person to collect the information.

And just as you are required by law to complete the census, the Census Bureau is bound by law to protect your answers. Your responses are used only to produce statistics. The Census Bureau does not disclose any personal information.

By mid-March 2020, households will receive an invitation to participate in the census. You'll then have three options to respond: online, by phone or by mail. When completing the census, you'll note where you are living on April 1, 2020. Your count will help ensure our region and state receive its fair share of federal funding for critical community programs and services.

Visit 2020Census.gov to find more information, resources or job opportunities. Pima Association of Governments, the region’s metropolitan planning organization, is conducting a 2020 Census regional awareness campaign. For details, visit www.PAGregion.com/census.

*Source: U.S. Census Bureau. Census 2020-What Census Data Tells Us

AVOID SCAMS IN THE 2020 US CENSUS

As the 2020 US Census approaches, here are some tips on how to avoid scams and report suspected fraud.

Census Bureau will never ask for:

• Your Social Security number.

• Your bank account or credit card numbers.

• Money or donations.

REPORTING SUSPECTED FRAUD

If you suspect fraud, call 800-923-8282 to speak with a local Census Bureau representative. If it is determined that the visitor who came to your door does not work for the Census Bureau, contact your local police department.

 The Census may be answered three ways:  online, phone, or by mail.   A postcard will be mailed out asking residents to respond.  It is best for Residents to call in to the Census if they don't have access to a computer or smart phone.  We are encouraging Residents to do this as soon as March 12, 2020.  No one should be coming to the doors until May 2020 and only if no response is made.  They will have proper identification and look for the Census logo.

The other common question may be whether they should list Arizona as home. If they are there April 1st and spend most of their time in Arizona, that should be listed as their residence.

View the U.S. Census Bureau page on Avoiding Fraud and Scams here.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

• United States Census 2020

• United States Census 2020 Jobs

• Pima Association of Governments Census 2020

• Marana Community Conversations Census Update Powerpoint

• How to know if your census taker is the real deal

• Census Bureau provide statistics curriculum/teaching guide for all levels of educators

• 2020 Census: Take action today to help your community tomorrow

• View the State CCC PSA videos

Contact:

Phone lines are open every day from 7am to 2am Eastern Time.

• English: 844-330-2020​

• Spanish: 844-468-2020​

• Chinese (Mandarin): 844-391-2020​

• Chinese (Cantonese): 844-398-2020​

• Vietnamese: 844-461-2020​

• Korean: 844-392-2020​

• Russian: 844-417-2020​

• Arabic: 844-416-2020​

• Tagalog: 844-478-2020​

• Polish: 844-479-2020​

• French: 844-494-2020​

• Haitian Creole: 844-477-2020​

• Portuguese: 844-474-2020​

• Japanese: 844-460-2020​

• English (for Puerto Rico residents): 844-418-2020​

• Spanish (for Puerto Rico residents): 844-426-2020​

 For information on services for people who are deaf or hard of hearing: Call the TDD number at 844-467-2020