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Public hearing held on 35 mph limit for unpaved county roads
Summary
Commission opened and closed a public hearing on Ordinance 281 to set a 35 mph speed limit on unpaved county roads; speakers offered mixed views with some residents worried higher posted limits would lead to faster driving on dirt roads and create safety hazards.
Anaconda‑Deer Lodge County commissioners opened a public hearing on Ordinance 281, which would set a 35‑mile‑per‑hour speed limit on unpaved county roads, heard public comment and then closed the hearing.
The chair opened the ordinance hearing, explained public‑comment rules and invited speakers. One speaker thanked the commission for working on the ordinance and expressed support. Pat Connors (1295 Orange Springs Creek Road) said increasing posted speeds to 35 mph would encourage drivers to travel faster — he estimated people would drive 45 mph — and warned that higher speeds on dirt roads pose a grave risk to pets and children. Connors said he would be more supportive if the county undertook road oiling or similar improvements but acknowledged that would be costly.
No formal vote on the ordinance was recorded at the meeting; the public hearing was closed and the commission moved on to other agenda items.
