Memorandum 2016.10: Release of the Local Update of Census Addresses Detailed Operational Plan

Memorandum: 2016.10

This memorandum documents the release of the 2020 Census Detailed Operational Plan for the Local Update of Census Addresses (LUCA) operation. This document baselines the overall 2020 Census LUCA process and provides specific details on the LUCA operation. It will be updated over time to reflect changes in strategies that result from census planning, research, and testing activities.

The 2020 Census Memorandum Series

The 2020 Census Memorandum Series documents significant decisions, actions, and accomplishments of the 2020 Census Program for the purpose of informing stakeholders, coordinating interdivisional efforts, and documenting important historical changes.

A memorandum generally will be added to this series for any decision or documentation that meets the following criteria:

  1. A major program level decision that will affect the overall design or have significant effect on 2020 Census operations or systems.
  2. A major policy decision or change that will affect the overall design or significantly impact 2020 Census operations or systems.
  3. A report that documents the research and testing for 2020 Census operations or systems.


Visit 2020census.gov to access the Memorandum Series, the 2020 Census Operational Plan, and other information about preparations for the 2020 Census.

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