Grant Money To Lead To Drunken Driving Crackdown In Beloit | Business

The Beloit Police Department has been awarded a $23,000 grant through the Wisconsin Department of Transportation to crack down on drunken driving.

The Beloit Police Department said thanks to the grant, it will be patrolling in greater numbers and for longer hours to arrest impaired motorists.

The "Drunk Driving -- Over the Limit. Under Arrest" crackdown will combine high-visibility law enforcement with a federally funded media campaign to deter impaired driving.

The Beloit Police Department will be participating in a statewide crackdown from Aug. 23 to Sept. 6.

The Beloit Police Department is also work with local taverns; by providing "Zero in Wisconsin" drink coasters, to create an awareness of drunk driving and the State of Wisconsin’s goal to have zero alcohol related deaths.

Instead of risking an arrest for impaired driving, Beloit Police Department offers the following suggestions:

• Choose a sober designated driver before you start to drink.
• If you’re feeling buzzed, you probably are over the 0.08 (alcohol concentration) limit and should not drive.
• Rather than drive while impaired, take mass transit, a taxicab or ask a sober friend to drive you home.
• Some taverns and restaurants have programs to provide patrons with a safe ride home. (Visit http://www.tlw.org for more information.)