The Kalispell Chamber of Commerce is hosting a government affairs committee meeting on June 3 at noon at their location on 2 South Main St., Ste 205. During the meeting, Representative Dave Fern will provide updates on the Property Tax Task Force work and the progress of the Behavioral Health Commission. Additionally, there will be a joint coffee event hosted by the Columbia Falls Chamber of Commerce and the Whitefish Chamber of Commerce on June 6 at 8:30 a.m. at SWAE Industries on 101 Columbia Mountain Dr. in Columbia Falls.
Applications are now being accepted for the Leadership Flathead Class of 2026 through the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce. This two-year program is designed to educate emerging and current leaders on relevant civic issues while providing opportunities to engage with local leaders and decision-makers. Interested individuals can apply by June 15 at
The Montana Departments of Commerce and Public Health and Human Services are currently working on the state’s 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development and Fair Housing Equity Plan. Montana is evaluating its affordable housing and community development needs, as well as market conditions, to make informed decisions on how federal funding will be utilized over the next five years. This process involves using data and public input to determine priority needs and goals that will influence spending over this period. Comments can be submitted via in-person or virtual formats, more information is available at
