Statement on U.S. Forest Service’s Proposed Wastewater Treatment System at Private Holland Lake Lodge on Public Land
Stewards of the Swan Valley
Statement on U.S. Forest Service’s Proposed
Wastewater Treatment System
at Private Holland Lake Lodge on Public Land
August 5, 2026
(Contact: Bill Lombardi – 406.459.8860 / bebomontana@gmail.com)
(Condon, MT) – Stewards of the Swan Valley, a nonprofit based in Condon dedicated to protecting the natural and cultural resources and rural lifestyle of the western Montana valley, today released the following statement on the Flathead National Forest’s recent decision to build a new wastewater treatment system at Holland Lake Lodge on public land:
“The Stewards of the Swan Valley will look at the Forest Service’s proposal to build a new wastewater treatment system that is larger than what is there now. We’re aware of concerns that the proposed wastewater treatment system is larger and the Forest Service will use millions of dollars in taxpayer money to build a system that primarily benefits the private lodge on public land. We’ll determine next steps based on a close analysis of the proposal and public comments.” – Grace Siloti, president, Stewards of the Swan Valley
Stewards of the Swan Valley’s mission is to reflect local community values while facilitating efforts that sustain, enhance, conserve, and protect the natural and cultural resources and rural lifestyle of the Swan Valley for present and future generations.
Grace Siloti has lived in Condon since 1976, is chair of the Swan Valley Community Council, is a businesswoman who, with a partner, owns and operates the Mission Mountains Mercantile, in Condon and owns Grace’s Greenhouse and Gardens. Siloti is a tireless advocate for Condon and the Swan Valley.
Background on Stewards of the Swan Valley
Stewards of the Swan Valley (SOSV) is a charitable 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the community, culture, and environment in the Swan Valley and adjacent areas in western Montana.
SOSV serves as a resource and advocacy group for individuals and organizations concerned with potential development by property owners, timber companies, businesses, conservation groups, the state of Montana, and the U.S. Forest Service. SOSV is not opposed to development, but wants to ensure that future developments occur at a scale and scope that fit in the Seeley-Swan Valley instead of letting developments irreparably harm what makes this place so unique. Future generations should be able to enjoy and appreciate this special place just like we do now.
Note: Holland Lake Lodge is a private entity on federal public land that operates under a Special Use Permit granted by the U.S. Forest Service. The lodge files an annual operating permit that must be approved by the Forest Service.
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