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DUI Task Force approves $869 purchase of breathalyzers for Anaconda School District
Summary
The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County DUI Task Force approved buying four breathalyzers and 1,000 disposable mouthpieces for the Anaconda School District for school events; the motion passed 7–1 amid discussion of school policy on law-enforcement monitoring.
The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County DUI Task Force voted to buy four breathalyzers and 1,000 disposable mouthpieces for the Anaconda School District, authorizing an $869 purchase during its Jan. 15, 2025 meeting.
Michelle Harrington, listed in the minutes as representing ACI, proposed the purchase, saying the devices would be used at school functions such as dances: "proposed that the DUI TF purchase four breathalyzers and one thousand disposable mouthpieces for the Anaconda School District to use at school functions such as dances. The price is $869." Lauren Bolten moved to approve the purchase and Keith Lopez seconded. The minutes record the motion as passing with seven yes votes and one no vote.
Members discussed school policy regarding law-enforcement involvement in monitoring school functions; the minutes note the concern but do not record a policy change or directive to staff. The Task Force did not specify a vendor or timeline for delivery in the minutes. The purchase will be on the Task Force's record and any implementation will be subject to the school district's existing policies and any future direction from the Task Force or county staff.
The Task Force's next meeting is scheduled for Feb. 12, 2026, when members said they will follow up as needed on implementation details and any outstanding questions about use and supervision of the devices.
