“Every 10 years the government conducts a national census to count all the people in the country; and by now, households should have received their invitation in the mail to complete the 2020 Census.

“Responding to the Census is quick, easy and, most importantly, confidential.

An accurate count of the population helps determine how billions of dollars get allocated annually to support local projects in communities like ours.

“The Census data is also used to adjust or redraw electoral districts, based on where populations have increased or decreased, to ensure for equal representation.

“We are challenging all residents to make sure they are counted – so that Milwaukee can be counted – in the 2020 Census.