THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 22, 2020 Page 5 ~ Op-Ed ~ CENSUS 2020 – Don’t Forget to Be Counted By Peter A. Napolitano, Councillor-at-Large T he past several weeks have been unprecedented. On behalf of my family and myself, our hearts go out to you, your loved ones and everyone who has been directly or indirectly aff ected by the coronavirus (COVID-19). As bad as this has been, it will be worse if aid to Everett is reduced due to an inaccurate census count this year. Currently Everett has one of the lowest response rates in the Commonwealth. This can adversely aff ect all of us for the next ten years. Every decade our great Nation conducts a census, and while the reasons in the past for not fi lling it out have been pretty weak, there are really no excuses in 2020. Most residents are at home. The 2020 U.S. census is the most important count of the decade. Every resident in the United States needs to be accurately counted to provide valuable statistics to determine how the government runs the country and on the local level, how to gauge adjustments to vital programs like housing, education, transportation and even the health care industry. The census impacts a lot of diff erent spheres in our society but it will critically hurt our City if we are documented with a smaller population than we are actually serving. Many of our residents have been struggling to keep a roof over their heads, food on the table and a quality education for their families. Federal funding provides us with the means to address some of these issues and that is why accuracy is critical. An uncounted population negatively aff ects our ability to address issue and impacts everyone. How do you respond if you have not completed the Census by now? You can respond online at https://2020census.gov/, by phone in English ( 844-3302020 ), Spanish ( 844-468-2020 ), Haitian Creole ( 844-477-2020 ) and Portuguese ( 844-474-2020) or simply mail back the form sent to you in April. While the nation is coming to grips with this national crisis, the census is not to be taken lightly. It is crucial to the government’s function, and we have been doing it for 230 years. The census helps shape many different aspects of our community. Do your part and complete the census today. Everyone needs to be counted. Continue to stay safe and stay healthy. Everett residents graduate from University of New Hampshire D URHAM, N.H. – Everett residents Marina Santos and Diego Velasquez graduated from the University of New Hampshire on May 16 during a virtual celebration. Santos earned a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science and Velasquez earned a bachelor’s degree in Biology.The University of New Hampshire, which was founded in 1866, is a world-class public research university with the feel of a New England liberal arts college. We’re Keeping You Moving in Stoneham and now Malden CURBSIDE TAKEOUT Call In Your Order: 781-629-3798 Hours: Thursday 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Friday 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Saturday 2:00 p.m. - 8;00 p.m. Sunday 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. The Marina Clambake Available to Go! The Clambake includes Lobster, Steamers, Potatoes, Corn on the Cob, Chowder & Salad Call Your Order In Advance: 781-629-3798 BOOK YOUR NEXT FUNCTION WITH US * GIFT CARDS AMPLE FREE www.marinaatthewharf.com 543 North Shore Rd. Revere 781-629-3798 PARKING AMAZING WATER VIEWS AMERICA RUNS ON DUNKIN’... HELP WANTED 1885 REVERE BEACH PARKWAY, EVERETT, MA 1886 REVERE BEACH PARKWAY, EVERETT, MA 524 BROADWAY, EVERETT, MA 617-387-4291 Email: 405 Pearl St., Malden, MA 02148 It’s time to get back to the things you love. At Agility Orthopedics our commitment to keep you moving is more than just three words, it’s a promise to help you experience life in the ways that matter most to you. Appointments for the following services are now available at our Malden location: • Joint Replacement • Sports Medicine • Hand Surgery • Shoulder Surgery • Pain Management • Regenerative Medicine: PRP/Stem Cell Schedule an appointment at our Malden location (781) 279-7040 • agilitydoctor.com Gianna@donutenterprise.com MORNINGS 4AM - 11AM AFTERNOONS 12 NOON-6PM NIGHT SHIFTS 6PM-12 MIDNIGHT MIDNIGHT SHIFTS 11PM-5AM Flexible hours, Health Benefits, 401k Plan w/ match and college benefits, Vacation benefits. Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma
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