It has never been easier to respond to the 2020 Census on your own, whether online, over the phone, or by mail—all without having to meet a census taker in person. Self-responding online, by phone, or by mail will minimize the need for the U.S. Census Bureau to send census takers out into the community to knock on doors—which is especially important in light of the COVID-19 outbreak.  

We encourage all Westminster residents to “Make Westy Count” by responding as soon as they receive their invitation using a desktop computer, laptop, smartphone, or tablet. You can also respond by phone or mail. We encourage everyone to let their friends, families, and social networks know about the importance of responding. Let’s make sure that all Westminster residents are counted once, only once, and in the right place.  

COVID-19 Updates from the U.S. Census Bureau:  

Just over a week ago, the 2020 Census fully kicked off, and invitations continue to arrive in mailboxes across Colorado and the nation. In support of guidance on what we can all do to help slow the spread of  COVID-19, 2020 Census field operations are suspended until Wednesday, April 1. The Census Bureau is taking this step to help protect the health and safety of the public, Census Bureau employees and everyone going through the hiring process for temporary census taker positions.  

During this pause in field operations, the Census Bureau will continue to evaluate all 2020 Census operations. Should any additional adjustments need to be made, the Census Bureau will communicate these changes broadly and promptly. The Census Bureau is carefully monitoring the COVID-19 situation. We are working with national, state, and local health authorities as we continue conducting the 2020 Census.  

In late May, census takers around the nation will begin visiting households that have not yet responded to the 2020 Census to help complete the count. As we continue to monitor the evolving COVID-19 situation, we will adjust census taker and survey operations as necessary in order to follow the guidance of federal, state and local health authorities. We are focused on protecting the health and safety of our staff and the public and fulfilling our constitutional duty to deliver the 2020 Census counts on schedule.  

For more information, visit the U.S. Census Bureau’s website or the city’s Census 2020 web page.