Outagamie County Recycling and Solid Waste in Appleton, Wisc., announced on social media that the new speed limit at the center is now 17.3 mph. Yes, you read that right. Why 17.3? According to Jordan Hiller, Program Coordinator for the center, it makes people pause. “It makes you look twice, and most importantly, it breaks that autopilot feeling we can all fall into when driving familiar routes,” said Hiller. He went on to explain that the recycling center has haulers, contractors and residents moving through the site every day, and with so much activity staying alert is the key to safety. Proper disposal and placing materials in the correct locations helps keep waste out of the landfill and supports a clean, safe environment. So, if you plan to use the recycling center in the near future, be aware that going 17.4 mph can land you in trouble.
