The most recent census recorded a 123% increase in the Latino population in Fond du Lac County between 2000 and 2010. In an effort to learn more about these newcomers, Fond du Lac County held five structured conversations with about 50 Latino residents in the winter of 2012.
The results are presented in this Latino Family Group Interviews report (PDF, 6.8MB, 14 pgs.) which details their thoughts about work, health, transportation, education, cultural understanding, community environment, immigra
Earlier this month, the City of Fond du Lac & Fond du Lac County Energy Communications Team learned about updates in recycling processes from Waste Management. Much about recycling has changed in recent years due to improved technology and increased demand for recycled materials. For example, plastic water bottle caps CAN be recycled now as CAN pizza boxes if they are clean (no grease, cheese, or liners).
To find the most recent guidelines from your waste hauler, check their residential recy