This survey will be used to verify the
existence of special district government units, obtain current
addresses, and identify new government units for the 2007 Census of
Govern- ments. Respondents consist of approximately 1,500 active
counties, consolidated city-county governments, and independent
cities in the Nation. We will send listings of current special
districts to local officials, and request that they update the
lists to ensure complete coverage of special districts in the 2007
Census.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.