DUI court in planning stages for Polson
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As this is being written we are now celebrating the first day of fall. The next season I will not be excited about. I am a dismal failure as a native Montanan in that winter, for me, is the least favorite of the four seasons we live in. For many of you it is indeed the season you look forward to. So sit back, relax, and enjoy. It’s nearly here.
Sports-wise, Polson youth and their coaches continue to bring us great pride with their success. You know Polson Middle School Vice Principal Tom DiGiallonardo realizes his son’s accomplishments as Polson high quarterback when people ask Mr. D if Vince is his son. In former days it used to be they asked Vince, the son, if Mr. D was his dad. Oh, how the world evolves. As our children develop and become the leaders in our city, state, or world we just fade into the background. It’s okay though, because we are able to enjoy the fruits of our success as we hopefully gave them the foundation to grow on.
Barb Monaco, chief probation officer for Lake County’s youth court, gave a presentation at Rotary today, providing some eye-opening facts about what type of cases she and her staff deal with. So many times they are the catalyst to a youth getting their life in order and becoming great parents and successful community members … But that’s usually the part you don’t hear about. Also, the thousands of dollars saved by not having an offender sentenced into a recognized youth treatment home or prison. Thanks, youth court crew.
The Main Street Project moves along and the first of many improvements, paving, has begun on the south end of the project. Please remember to support our merchants. They are here all year long to serve us, and walking an extra block or two to their business will be greatly appreciated by them and you will feel better for doing so.
Our own Joan Hart, the court and police clerk, has worked extremely hard to get a grant for training a number of people in our local judicial system in preparation for establishing a DUI court here in Polson. As I understand, when this is established, ours will be the first city across the nation to have both lower courts participating in further attempting to stem the tide of DUI offenders. More later.
From traffic corner: new residents must apply within 60 consecutive days of moving to Montana for a Montana driver’s license. A commercial driver’s license must be obtained within 30 days. Montana license plates are to be purchased the day you become employed.
One of the biggest violations in this state concerning motor vehicles is the driver/owner of a vehicle not having insurance. Of course, this makes a victim of an errant driver, a victim a second time in one incident.
Alcohol is involved in nearly 40 percent of all traffic accidents in which someone is killed. Enough said.
We at the police department enjoy great support from our citizens. It is truly appreciated. At times we could do better and that’s why there is constant day-to-day assessment of our performance. Our service to you is a priority. You are the customer.
From an unknown author, “Do not stop believing you can make a difference. Care!”
Until next time, be safe.
