Baltimore County Kicks Off 2020 Census

BALTIMORE COUNTY, MD — County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Tuesday declared July 30 as the official Baltimore County Census Kick-Off. Over the next several months, residents will start seeing more information on how they can participate in the next Census.

Every 10 years, the Census helps determine the area’s congressional representation, legislative redistricting and federal formula grant allocations. Maryland receives more than $13 billion in federal funds annually and uses Census data to allocate funds for more than 70 state programs, including health, human services, education and transportation.

In order to ensure Baltimore County receives federal resources, it’s essential every Baltimore County resident is counted as part of the 2020 Census, Olszewski said in a news release.

“As residents of Baltimore County, each of us have a responsibility to complete the Census so that we can ensure a better Baltimore County,” Olszewski said. “We are committed to obtaining an accurate count of residents in Baltimore County while ensuring everyone’s privacy and dignity are protected.”