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3 <br /> NC Can <br /> �I NC Can Count on Me! <br /> Census Basics <br /> Census 2010 <br /> What is the Census? <br /> The US Census is a count of all residents of the United States. The Census is <br /> required by the US Constitution and is held every 10 years. <br /> Why do we have a Census? <br /> The Census is required to determine representation in the US House of <br /> Representatives. North Carolina gained a congressional seat after Census 2000 <br /> because of the increase in our population as reported by the US Census. <br /> When is the Census? <br /> Census Day is April 1, 2010 <br /> How will the Census count residents? <br /> Census questionnaires will be mailed to every residence 1 to 3 weeks before <br /> Census Day. Residents complete the questionnaires and mail them back to the <br /> US Census Bureau. Questionnaires and phone assistance for completing the <br /> Census are available in several languages. <br /> How safe is my Census information? <br /> Title 13 of the US Code protects the confidentiality of your Census information for <br /> 72 years. Your personal information cannot be shared with government <br /> agencies, law enforcement, or marketers. Violation of this confidentiality is <br /> punishable by $250,000 fine and/or 5 years in jail! <br /> How can I get involved with the Census in my area? <br /> Every household should complete and return their 2010 Census questionnaire. <br /> It's quick, safe, and important to your community. Contact your mayor or county <br /> commissioner's office to become active in you local Census Complete Count <br /> Committee. Call toll free 1-866-861-2010 for information about applying for local, <br /> temporary Census jobs. <br /> Where can I get more information? <br /> Visit the US Census Bureau's 2010 Census web site at <br /> http://www.census.gov/2010census . You may also contact the Charlotte <br /> Regional Census Office at 1-800-331-7360. For questions about the Census and <br /> Census data, you may contact the North Carolina State Data Center <br /> (http:Hsdc.state.nc.us) at (919) 807-4781. <br />