November 2000
Dear Census 2000 Partner:
I would like to thank you and your organization for your outstanding
efforts in making Census 2000 a success!
In many ways, Census 2000 was unlike any previous census. There
were new uses of technology, new and greatly expanded operations,
more customized local and regional programs, and more encompassing
outreach through an unprecedented Partnership Program. For Census
2000, the U.S. Census Bureau had the distinct pleasure and challenge
of working with more than 140,000 partners — partners whose
creative efforts were surpassed only by their commitment and
dedication to their local community and constituents. Thanks
to the hard work of all of our Census 2000 partners, we reversed
the trend of declining participation witnessed in recent censuses,
and increased the mail response rate over what we achieved in
1990.
The scope of this census was vast. At times the task seemed
insurmountable and the challenge overwhelming, but with the
help and dedication of governments, businesses, community, religious,
and educational organizations, we are proud to have been a part
of the "Good Census."
Again, I extend a heartfelt thanks to you and your organization
for a job well done! Your role in Census 2000 had a significant
impact on our successful data collection, which will in turn
help your community and this country move confidently into the
21st Century. Thank you America!
Sincerely,
Kenneth Prewitt
Director
