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National Census Day
Apr
1
12:01 AM00:01

National Census Day

 
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Everyone Counts

Hospitals. Fire departments. Schools. Even roads and highways. The census is more than just a head count, it can shape many different aspects of Garner and Wake County.

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Census invitations will arrive between March 12 - 20 with instructions for responding online.

  • Areas less likely to respond online will also receive a paper questionnaire.

  • If you need help completing the 2020 Census, you can call a toll-free phone number.

  • Plan to include everyone you expect to live in your home on April 1.

  • You can respond online or by phone in one of 13 languages and find assistance in many more.

  • Learn more at 2020census.gov

Why is the Census Important? 

Results are used to help determine:

  • How more than $675 billion in federal funding is distributed to states and communities. These funds are spent on schools, hospitals, roads, public works and other vital programs.

  • The number of seats each state gets in Congress.

  • How state and local officials draw boundaries for congressional districts, state legislative districts and school districts.

It’s critical that you’re counted. By April 2020, households will receive an invitation to participate in the census. You'll then have three options to respond.

Wake County is committed to educating our residents about the importance of the U.S. Census. Our representatives will be out and about at local events over the next year. Be on the lookout for the Wake Counts team, and get your questions answered one-on-one. See where they’ll be here.

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Town of Garner - Electronics Recycling Event
Feb
22
8:00 AM08:00

Town of Garner - Electronics Recycling Event

  • 610 Rand Mill Road Garner, NC 27529 (map)
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Have some old TVs, computers or other electronics gear you want to discard responsibly?

Then get this on your calendar.

This collection event will take the place of all Town curbside pickup of electronics, which historically has been part of the special spring and fall cleanups.

NOTES:

  1. Cellphones are not included in this collection.

  2. We are providing this recycling service to Town residents only.

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Diamond Cutz Barber Shop Rap Session
Jan
18
12:00 PM12:00

Diamond Cutz Barber Shop Rap Session

Given that Jan. 20 is Martin Luther King Day, this month’s topic will be “The Status of the Dream." All are welcome at this event in which Garner police will engage in honest and open discussion with members of the community. We hope to see you there.

All are welcome in this judgement-free space. Please bring an open mind and an open heart.

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Pop-Up Town Hall: Focus on Fire and Rescue Services
Nov
13
6:00 PM18:00

Pop-Up Town Hall: Focus on Fire and Rescue Services

When you think of a fire department, you think of burning buildings and shiny red fire engines. But the reality, of course, is that buildings do not burn hourly or even daily. Come find out what Garner Fire-Rescue does when they're not fighting fires in an illuminating, informal presentation they're calling "Everything But Fire."

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Garner Police: Operation Medicine Drop (Meds Take-Back Event)
Oct
26
10:00 AM10:00

Garner Police: Operation Medicine Drop (Meds Take-Back Event)

Help reduce accidental overdoses and protection our waterways by safely disposing of your unused medications. You can bring all unused and expired medicines to the Garner Police headquarters at 912 7th Ave. They cannot accept needles or liquids. The service is free, anonymous and no questions will be asked.

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