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15 RESOLUTION : CENSUS PROCLAMATION The census proclamation was approved by the following vote. Aye: Dr. Brown, Ms. Edwards, Mr. Huja, Mr. Norris, Mr. Taliaferro. Noes: None. WHEREAS, the decennial Census serves as the basis for the reapportionment of seats in the U.S. House of Representatives, and the redrawing of legislative district boundaries in the Virginia General Assembly and is the foremost method of gathering information about our nation and our community; and WHEREAS, census population totals are used to determine the annual distribution of billions of dollars in federal, state and local funds for major programs in areas such as transportation, education, community and health services, and housing; and WHEREAS, the Census is also used to help determine where to locate roads, schools, day care centers, senior citizen centers, libraries and other facilities and is used to make decisions concerning business growth and jobs; and WHEREAS, the Census reaches every population group from long time residents to the most recent immigrants, every age group from newborn to centenarian and every social class, racial and ethnic group; and WHEREAS, the City of Charlottesville has a significant interest in working with regional entities and community partners in ensuring a full and accurate count for the upcoming Census 2010; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Charlottesville City Council, on behalf of all the residents of the City of Charlottesville, does hereby endorse the formation of a regional Complete County Committee in partnership with the County of Albemarle charged with working with community and business organizations, the faith community, and organizations serving our diverse ethnic, racial, and cultural population to encourage full participation in the 2010 Census. Ms. Sheri Iachetta, Voter Registrar, said the City is working closely with Albemarle County on the census. She said the census office will open tomorrow. She said she has been appointed to the Governor’s Complete Count Committee. OTHER BUSINESS Dr. Brown said he attended a preservation meeting a few weeks ago where a guidebook of downtown was presented. He said he would like to propose that the City sponsor printing of the guidebook with $2,500 of reserve funds. It was agreed this would be placed on the next agenda. PUBLIC Mr. Peter Kleeman, 407 Hedge Street, expressed disappointment with the interchange discussion. He said he has not yet seen a draft of the MOA. He said he thinks it is overly optimistic to say that the oversight agencies are ready to sign it. He said he does not think the project is adequately funded. He said he would like to see funding for the modified figures. Ms. Dede Smith, 2652 Jefferson Park Circle, complimented Council on pursuing water conservation, and asked about providing rebates for front loading washing machines. She said when the technology comes on line for rain barrels for larger water users it will make a big difference. She said she hopes the cost efficiency study will involve a large range of people and U. Va.