Visit the State of CaliforniaWelcome to the Delta Protection Commission
The Delta Protection Commission is committed to the protection and health of the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta in California. We protect, maintain, enhance and enrich the overall quality of the Delta environment and economy. We do this with a focus on agriculture, heritage, recreation, and natural resources while remaining mindful of the importance of the Delta to all Californians. Valuing the needs of the Delta as well as the needs of the State is fundamental to achieving the Commission’s vision: an ideal synthesis of cultural, ecological, and agricultural values in a sustainable, healthy, and celebrated way of life.
Commission Meeting Calendar
Thursday, July 16, 2020
3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Remote Meeting Only; No Physical Meeting Location
The Commission Meeting Agenda (PDF) and associated documents are available.
View upcoming and past Commission meetings, including agendas, associated documents, meeting minutes, and audio archives.
What’s New
See our updates below, browse our events calendar, and sign up for Delta Happenings to stay up-to-date with all the information you want, including community events and Delta agency meeting information.
We are Hiring!
The Commission is seeking an Office Technician. The final filing date is July 20, 2020.
This position is being re-advertised. If you applied to the previous advertisement, please do not submit a second application package for this job posting.
Job Description and Duties
As supervised by Assistant Executive Director, the Office Technician (Typing) will provide a full range of complex clerical and administrative services for Commission staff. This position requires the incumbent to be proficient in computer programs such as Adobe and Microsoft Office. Candidates should be able to present ideas and information effectively both orally and in writing.
You will find additional information about the job including the Duty Statement in the Job Announcement.
The successful completion of the State’s Office Technician (Typing) exam must be prior to the application unless transferring as a state employee.
Applicants must also have a current typing certificate. Applicants using education to meet the minimum qualifications of this classification must provide a photocopy or scan of their official transcripts.
Commission Meeting Audio Now Online
Commission meeting audio from the May 21, 2020 Delta Protection Commission meeting is available online.
Spring 2020 Delta Voice
The Spring 2020 Delta Voice (PDF) is here! Learn about the Delta’s delicious crawdads, John Muir’s legacy in the Delta National Heritage Area, and Locke’s Demonstration Garden. We also shared a list of COVID-19 relief resources for Delta residents and businesses.
2019 Annual Report
We are proud to announce the release of the 2019 Annual Report (PDF). It is our mission to support agriculture, recreation, cultural heritage, and natural resources in the Delta. We continue our dedication to that mission through the ongoing advancement of our Strategic Plan (Vision 2030) while being adaptable to emerging challenges and opportunities.
Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta National Heritage Area
On March 12, 2019, the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act, a large public lands bill that includes the establishment of the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta National Heritage Area (NHA), was signed into law. The Commission will be the local coordinating entity for the Delta NHA and has three years to prepare a management plan. See the Delta National Heritage Area webpage for more information.
Aquatic Weeds
The California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways is issuing updates on their ongoing aquatic weed control programs. Delta residents and businesses are encouraged to sign up for their aquatic weed control updates to stay informed.
Twitter @CA_DPC
Masks for ag workers are being distributed in Walnut Grove by Sac County Dept. of Ag.
Commission agenda docs are available for this Thurs. meeting.
#BestoftheDelta ( @visitCAdelta) is in full swing.
And we're hiring!
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📢 The July 16 Commission meeting agenda is available.
For details, including information on attending remotely, visit https://t.co/WKBj3EFR0q https://t.co/oXK8mfchOv
