Commissioner Minty urges elevating Highway 97 safety work after on-highway incident

Mar 17, 2026

Commissioner Minty said a "very significant, very sad incident" on Highway 97 temporarily closed the roadway and was broadcast on social media, and he urged prioritizing safety improvements through a multi-county coalition and outreach to Sky Lakes.

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Commissioner Minty used his report at the March 17 meeting to press for continued emphasis on Highway 97 safety improvements, citing a recent incident that temporarily closed the highway.

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