Colstrip Days 2009

Our 35^th Annual Colstrip Days celebration was very special this year with the recognition of USMC Sgt. Trevor Johnson as the Honorary Grand Marshall for the heroic sacrifice of his life on January 27, 2009 in Afghanistan in his words “Honoring Freedom.”  The Colstrip Chamber of Commerce also selected the theme of Red White and Blue in recognition of our patriotism for our country and in recognition of the men and women in its service keeping our country safe.  “Freedom is not Free” we had a strong military presence and are very appreciative of the Marines from Company D (-) Anti-terrorism Bn and our jet fly over from Homeland Security.  We also had the opportunity to express our appreciation to all military both past (our veterans) and current at the celebration. Click here for photos.

TOWN HALL MEETING

In response to the Colstrip Crime Prevention Council’s survey on Underage Drinking, a Town Hall Meeting will be held on Thursday, July 9, 2009 at City Hall.   You are encouraged to attend and participate in a discussion about this issue and the effects that Underage Drinking has on the community.  This is your opportunity to gain more insight into Underage Drinking and have your own questions and concerns addressed and answered.

            In order to have a successful and productive meeting, you are asked to submit your questions/concerns prior to the night of the Town Hall Meeting.  You may do so either through this Online Form, by placing them in the collection boxes at the City Hall and the City Police Department, or you may mail them to: Town Hall Meeting, City of Colstrip, P.O. Box 1902, Colstrip, MT 59323.

            In the event that your question /concern is directed to one of the panel members, or if it relates to a specific incident, we ask that you include your name and contact information so that the panel member can contact you and resolve the matter with you personally.  Otherwise, the panel will focus on answering and discussing more general questions and concerns.  The panel will also take questions from the audience if time allows.   The Town Hall Meeting Agenda is listed below.

6:00 P.M. to 6:30 P.M.       Exhibits for Community Viewing & Participation:

                                                   Fatal Vision Goggles

                                                   Drugs & Drug Paraphernalia Display

                                                   Fatal Reflections

                                                   Blood Alcohol Calculating Graph

                                                   The Effects of Alcohol on the Brain

                                                   Pamphlets and Resource Materials

6:30 P.M. to 6:45 P.M.        Welcome by Mayor Williams

6:45 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.        Introduction of Panel Participants:

                                                   Chief of Police Larry Reinlasoder

                                                   City Judge Gail Beckham

                                                   C.P.R.D. Director Rick Harbin

                                                   Dr. Jose’ Ortiz – Colstrip Medical Center

                                                   Colstrip School Superintendent Harry Cheff

7:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M.         Panel and Community Discussion on Underage Drinking

8:00 P.M. – 8:30 P.M.         Exhibits for Community Viewing & Participation