hello! bensenville a lifelong learning community | jan/feb 2020
VILLAGE OF BENSENVILLE THE 2020 CENSUS IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER! What is the Census? As mandated by the U.S. Constitution, the census is a once-every-decade count of everyone living in the United States and its territories. Beginning in March 2020, you will be asked to count the number of people living in your home as of April 1, as well as the age and sex of each person.
Why Should I Care About the Census? There are numerous reasons as to why everyone, should make sure that they respond to the questionnaire. Responding to the 2020 Census is a chance to shape your future. Your responses inform where over $675 billion is distributed each year to communities nationwide for clinics, schools, libraries, roads, and more. Census data also provides community leaders with vital information to make decisions about building community centers, opening businesses, and planning for the future. The census also impacts our representation. Responses are used to redraw legislative districts and determine the number of seats Illinois has in the U.S. House of Representatives.
When Can I Respond to the Census? In early 2020, every household in America will receive a notice to complete the census online, by phone, or by mail. In May, the U.S. Census Bureau will begin following up in person with households that have yet to respond.
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PEOPLE’S RESOURCE CENTER Since 1975, People’s Resource Center (PRC) has been bringing neighbors together to respond to hunger and poverty in DuPage County. Nearly 30,000 DuPage residents rely on PRC for help each year. With a team of over 2,600 volunteers, we offer nutritious food and other basic necessities like clothes and rent assistance for people facing tough times. We also connect people with resources— education and tutoring, jobs, technology, art, a caring community—to create a future of hope and opportunity for all. PRC is able to provide these services because of the generosity and support from our neighbors. More than 2,600 volunteers work with our small staff offering time, skills and resources to help their neighbors. Donors contribute food, clothing, books, computers, and money to support our work. The majority of our support comes from caring neighbors right here in DuPage County. For more information about People’s Resource Center, including additional services offered and volunteer opportunities, visit peoplesrc.org or call 630.682.5402. PRC currently has two locations, in Wheaton at 201 S. Naperville Road, and in Westmont at 104 Chestnut Avenue. IN THIS ISSUE Village of Bensenville p 1-3 Bensenville Community Public Library p 4-6 Fenton Community High School p 7-9 Bensenville Park District p 10-11 Elementary School District 2 p 12-13 Fire Department p 14 Community Events p 15-16 The statements and opinions expressed in this newsletter do not reflect the views, opinions, thoughts or beliefs of each member organization. The member organizations are not responsible for opinions or statements made individually or by other organizations. For information, contact sparkison@ benlib.org. Deadline for March/April is Jan 31, 2020..
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