As mandated in our nation's Constitution, the Census count impacts one of our most fundamental and cherished rights. The Census determines how we'll be represented in Congress, in the Maryland General Assembly and in the County Council. Additionally, federal funding is distributed to local jurisdictions based on the Census count. In FY 2007 alone, Harford County received over 167 million dollars for services and programs such as education, health care and highway improvements. By law, the information you complete on the Census questionnaire is confidential and cannot be shared with anyone, including other government agencies. I urge you to complete and return your Census questionnaire on April 1, 2010 and make "Harford Count"!

Sincerely,