Envision Greater Fond du Lac is partnering with Fond du Lac County to complete a county-wide survey assessment of broadband internet access and service. All residents are encouraged to complete the short survey detailing their home internet capabilities.
Broadband internet access became more important than ever during 2020 because of the COVID-19 pandemic. It became the primary delivery method of education and business connections, and many healthcare providers quickly adapted to provide services via telehealth. However, this also highlighted the inequity of internet access across our county and quickly made finding a solution a greater priority. In 2020, Fond du Lac County and Envision Greater Fond du Lac formed a taskforce to participate in the Broadband Connectors Pilot by the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation. This pilot program provided technical assistance to help the county become better prepared to apply for broadband expansion grants. Fond du Lac County was one of only six communities selected to participate in the program.
The survey, which starts March 1, asks you to provide information related to how you use the internet, your satisfaction with your internet service and providers, internet reliability, and other internet concerns. It is important for your household to complete this survey so that your voice is heard and change can occur in our County. Your household may receive a postcard in the mail with information regarding this survey. The results of the survey will be used to allow various organizations to apply for grants to help contribute to the cost of county-wide improvements in internet service.
To learn more about these efforts, connect with Envision Greater Fond du Lac at (920) 921-9500 or visit envisiongreaterfdl.com.