WEAU New Neighbors: Hispanic Immigration in Trempealeau County

From language barriers, to competition for jobs, many Hispanics we spoke to say they're working for a better life in the United States, but many people living in town tell us they fear for their traditional way of life. I was maybe one of three Hispanics when I moved here, and now its getting to the point where I dont know everyone here, but its growing, says Robert Ali, who came to Trempealeau County in 1991 looking for work. Since then, hes become a translator with several municipal governments and law enforcement agencies. When I first moved here, the thing that struck me was a close-knit community. Everybody willing to know you and help each other out. That hasn't changed—much, says Ali. There is a lot of unknowns. There's growing pains, as I call them. As Arcadia is growing, so is the changing demographic of the area. And with that there are some issues that are being brought up. He says these issues include Arcadia's Mayor John Kimmel's proposing in 2006 to declare English as the official language, as well as making it against the law to fly any other country's flag. The ordinances never passed. The mayor apologized and says he feels Arcadia is moving forward. Ali agrees with the mayor. Everybodys learned from the experience, and just picked up the pieces and go, says Ali. Since then, there's talk of a newcomers group starting in town, which could assist with everything from finding work, housing or legal help, to learning English. English as a Second Language ...



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