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Study Commission approves countywide postcard mailing; schedule set for May 4–9
Summary
The Study Commission approved a 6x9 postcard mass mailing to every household in Anaconda Deer Lodge County, estimated at roughly $2,800; the motion passed 3–0 and mailings are expected May 4–9, 2026.
The Anaconda Deer Lodge County Study Commission voted to approve the design for a mass mailing that will be sent to every household in Anaconda. Chairman Huotte described the piece as a 6x9 postcard and said the commission had previously decided to send it to all households rather than only registered voters.
During cost discussion Chairman Huotte estimated that using Staples with a provided list would cost about 80–90 cents per piece, or 45 cents per piece if using the post office list; purchasing a list from "Toni" was cited as about $300. Huotte said the total mailing cost would be "like $2,800." Study Commissioner Kevin Orrino moved to approve the design and Huotte seconded; the motion passed on a 3–0 vote. The commission expects recipients to receive the mailing between May 4 and May 9, 2026.
Why it matters: The countywide postcard is the commission’s primary outreach to inform residents about the commission’s report and upcoming forum; the decision commits a portion of the commission’s outreach budget ahead of the May 4 report availability deadline.
What’s next: Vendors will be engaged to produce and mail the postcards in time for the May 4–9 delivery window.
