WASHINGTON,
D.C. – U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) today joined members of
Congress to urge everyone to complete their Census forms as soon as possible.
“Too
much is at stake for our children’s education, our parent’s health, and
our community’s future to not stand up and be counted. Unfortunately,
as of today, only 43% of the people in Cook County have filled out their
Census forms. That is well below the target rate. It is time
to convince the rest that in order for our community to get its fair share
of federal dollars for education, senior programs, and healthcare, every
person must participate in the Census,” Schakowsky said.
Schakowsky
also announced a “Census Day of Action” on April 1, 2000. Schakowsky
will join volunteers in the Chicago area to encourage the community to
“Stand Up and Be Counted.” This effort is organized in conjunction
with the members of CAALI and ICIRR.
Below
are the times and locations for April 1, 2000 “Census Day of Action” events.
Members of the media are invited.
10:00
AM – 12:00 PM Argyle Street “L” Train Station in Chicago
10:45
AM – 11:00 AM Meet at Family Focus on Dewey in Evanston
11:00
AM – 1:00 PM Leave Family Focus to Distribute Flyers in West Evanston
11:00
AM – 1:00 PM Howard Street “L” Train Station in Chicago
11:00
AM – 1:00 PM Jewels Food Store at 4355 N. Sheridan Road (Sheridan &
Montrose)
11:00
AM – 1:00 PM Dominicks Food Store at 6009 N. Broadway (between Thorndale
and Glen Lake)
11:00
AM – 1:00 PM Devon Street at the corner of Devon and California
Schakowsky
will also hold a meeting of the African and Caribbean Advisory Committee
of the 9th Congressional District at Truman College at 3:00pm to discuss
the Census and encourage community members to participate. The address
is 1145 W. Wilson Avenue. |
