CSKT Safety Action Plan to Host Second Open House
Public invited to learn about recommendations to improve roadway safety
FLATHEAD INDIAN RESERVATION, Mont. (February 13, 2025) – The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes (CSKT) invite the public to attend a second open house event to learn more about the Community Safety Action Plan (SAP) project and the recommendations to improve roadway safety throughout the Flathead Reservation. The event will be held on March 4 from 4 to 7 p.m.
Attendees are welcome to stop by any time during the event, as no formal presentation will be given. The event will be family-friendly with an activity for children. All are welcome to attend.
CSKT Safety Action Plan Open House 2
Tuesday, March 4 | 4 to 7 p.m.
Polson High School
1712 2nd St. West, Polson, MT 59860
The recommended policies and strategies proposed will guide CSKT and its partner agencies in refining the existing processes or implementing new processes to eliminate fatal and serious crashes. The recommendations are designed to address the safety-related goals and challenges identified through safety analysis findings, input from key stakeholders, and planning efforts.
The plan will lead to long-term improvements in road safety, helping to reduce crashes and enhance the quality of life. Community feedback is an important factor in helping to address local safety concerns and helps make communities eligible for Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant funding to support safety improvements.
A Community SAP is essential for identifying safety concerns, reducing traffic injuries and fatalities by identifying and addressing high-risk areas through data-driven strategies. The plan provides a comprehensive approach to road safety by integrating engineering improvements, along with enforcement and education actions.
CSKT has completed the Safety Assessment and is in the Action Plan Development Phase of the SAP and will collaborate with the Montana Department of Transportation (MDT), local governments, community organizations, emergency services, and schools to create a comprehensive and effective plan. Community engagement and input are essential in developing the right plan.
This project specifically focuses on developing a Safety Action Plan that will prioritize future construction projects and support future grant funding requests.
The SS4A program is a federal initiative established to enhance road safety and reduce traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries across the United States. It is part of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s broader efforts to improve road safety through targeted funding and strategic planning.
Community members who are unable to attend the open house, but would like to provide feedback, are encouraged to add their comments and feedback digitally on the project website: https://www.csktsafetyactionplan.com.
For more information, please contact Scott Johnston at 406.676.2600 or scott.johnston@cskt.org or Mirtha Becerra at 406.721.4320 or mirtha.becerra@djanda.com.
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