KALISPELL, Mont. – The Western Montana Conservation Commission (WMCC) announces its next two-day meeting on Sept. 2-3, 2026, in Kalispell at the Flathead Electric Cooperative’s Community Room (2510 U.S. Hwy 2 E, Kalispell, MT 59901).
WMCC meetings bring together commission members, staff and local partners to discuss Western Montana’s water and conservation challenges. Participants will hear about WMCC financial, program, and committee updates, and there is an opportunity for public comment. The upcoming meeting’s educational presentations include:
A field trip with Evergreen Water and Sewer District concludes the first day of the meeting. The district was awarded a total of $130,000 through WMCC’s Stormwater and Septic Leachate Toxics Reduction Grant Program for septic education and septic tank replacement projects. The following day, a panel discussion will address growth, septic and wastewater treatment in the Flathead.
“As Western Montana continues to grow, the conversation around wastewater and onsite septic systems is essential if we want growth and clean water to coexist,” explained Caroline McDonald, WMCC’s Onsite Wastewater Treatment Committee Chair and Lake County Conservation District Coordinator. “Healthy rivers and lakes are the result of good science, thoughtful planning, and people willing to work across disciplines and jurisdictions.”
To view the full agenda, visit the WMCC meetings and events webpage. You will also find links there to register to attend the meeting by Zoom. The meeting is open to the public, and a public comment period will be held each day.
About the Western Montana Conservation Commission:
The Western Montana Conservation Commission (WMCC) is administratively attached to the The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC). WMCC’s mission is to protect and improve the quality of Western Montana’s aquatic resources. Learn more at westernMTwaters.com
About DNRC:
DNRC’s mission is to help ensure that Montana’s land and water resources provide benefits for present and future generations. For more information visit dnrc.mt.gov.