Delta Protection Commission

National Heritage Area Advisory Committee
2024-12-06 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Clarksburg School House – park on River Road side, 36397 N Center St, Clarksburg, CA, 95612
The National Heritage Area Advisory Committee was created by the Delta Protection Commission on July 18, 2024, to recommend policies, processes, and governance as the Commission implements the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta National Heritage Area Management Plan.
The National Heritage Area Advisory Committee is governed by the charter (PDF). It succeeds the NHA Management Plan Advisory Committee, whose work is done now that the Management Plan has been submitted to the National Park Service.
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
National Heritage Area Advisory Committee
Friday, December 6, 2024, 10 a.m.
Clarksburg Schoolhouse
36397 North Center Street (parking on River Road side)
Clarksburg, CA 95612
Meeting packet (PDF)
Agenda

Call to Order – Bruce Blodgett, NHA Advisory Committee Chair
Roll Call
Public Comment – An opportunity for members of the public to address the NHA Advisory Committee regarding items not on the agenda
Approval of October 31, 2024, Meeting Minutes
Update on NHA Activities – Blake Roberts, Delta Protection Commission
Establish 2025 Meeting Calendar – Bruce Blodgett, NHA Advisory Committee Chair
NHA Passport Program – Blake Roberts, Delta Protection Commission
Match Funding discussion – Blake Roberts, Delta Protection Commission
Summary of Delta Heritage Forum – Blake Roberts and Holly Heyser, Delta Protection Commission
Introduction to the Clarksburg Schoolhouse and Welcome to the Delta Video – Mike Campbell
Member Announcements and Adjourn

The agenda items listed above may be considered in a different order at the Committee meeting, subject to the discretion of the Chair. At the discretion of the Committee, all items appearing on this agenda, whether or not expressly listed for action, may be deliberated upon and may be subject to action. The Committee welcomes and encourages participation in its meetings. The Committee limits testimony to not more than three minutes per person, or more time at the discretion of the Chair.
Questions, Comments, and Requests
If you have any questions or have a request for reasonable modification or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Delta Protection Commission at dpc@delta.ca.gov or (916) 375-4800.
Comments submitted to submit@delta.ca.gov by noon on December 5, 2024, will be shared with Committee members prior to the meeting to the extent possible. Public comments on each agenda item will follow the order of: 1) emailed comments, 2) those verbally requesting to make comments after notice offered by Chair during meeting.
National Heritage Area Advisory Committee Members
Chair Bruce Blodgett | Vice Chair Elizabeth Patterson | Diane Burgis, Commission Chair | Michael Campbell | Colin Coffey | Lisa Craig | Dwayne Eubanks | Morris Lum | Carol Jensen | Don Nottoli | David Stuart | Oscar Villegas, Commissioner | Dan Whaley | Stuart Walthall | Katie Wiley
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Amanda Blosser California State Parks | Chris Lim Contra Costa Resource Conservation District
ALTERNATE MEMBERS:
Paulette Hennum | Douglas Hsia | Janet Lake | Gia Moreno

Delta Protection Advisory Committee
2024-12-03 17:30 - 19:30 | Al’s Place, 13943 Main St, Walnut Grove, CA, 95690, United States
The Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) provides recommendations to the Delta Protection Commission on diverse interests within the Delta, including the Delta’s ecosystem, water supply, socioeconomic sustainability, recreation, agriculture, flood control, environment, water resources, utility infrastructure, and other Delta issues. This fifteen-member committee is appointed by the Commission and meets regularly; members serve three-year terms and may be re-appointed. Meetings are open to the public and everyone’s input is welcome. The Committee was created by the Delta Protection Act, Public Resources Code Section 29753(a). This is its Charter (PDF).
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Advisory Committee
Tuesday, December 3, 2024, 5:30 p.m.
Al’s Place 13943 Main Street
Walnut Grove, CA 95690
Meeting packet, including staff reports (PDF)
Agenda

Call to Order/Flag Salute – Anna Swenson, DPAC Chair
Welcome and Roll Call
Public Comment – An opportunity for members of the public to address the Committee regarding items not on the agenda
Approval of October 1, 2024, Meeting Minutes
Approval of 2025 Meeting Schedule
Presentation on Striped Bass Slot Limit Proposal – Dr. David Ostrach
Review of DPIIC Meeting Levee Discussions – Emily Pappalardo
Quiet Waters – The Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta – Rich Turner
Update on Delta Protection Commission activities – Bruce Blodgett
Delta Waterways Cleanup – The Committee
Member Announcements and Next Meeting
Adjourn

The agenda items listed above may be considered in a different order at the Committee meeting, subject to the discretion of the Chair. At the discretion of the Committee, all items appearing on this agenda, whether or not expressly listed for action, may be deliberated upon and may be subject to action. The Committee welcomes and encourages participation in its meetings. The Committee limits testimony to not more than three minutes per person, or more time at the discretion of the Chair.
Questions, Comments, and Requests
If you have any questions or have a request for reasonable modification or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Delta Protection Commission at dpc@delta.ca.gov or (916) 375-4800.
Comments submitted to submit@delta.ca.gov by noon on December 2, 2024, will be shared with Commissioners prior to the meeting to the extent possible. Public comments on each agenda item will follow the order of: 1) emailed comments, 2) those verbally requesting to make comments after notice offered by Chair during meeting.
Delta Protection Advisory Committee Members
Chair Anna Swenson (Delta General Public) and Katherine Wiley (Delta General Public Gerry Goodie Memorial Seat) | Vice Chair Russ Ryan (Delta Water Exporter) | Emily Pappalardo and Arron Pellarin (Delta Business) | Craig Watanabe and Gary Mello (Delta Agriculture) | Todd Bruce and Morris Lum (Delta Recreation) | Edward Hard and Erin Chappell (State Agency) | Chris Elias (Delta Flood Entity) | Mariah Looney (Delta Organization) | Jim Cox (Delta Conservation/Habitat Non-governmental Organization) | Sam Garcia (Delta Utility/Infrastructure) | Douglas Hsia (Delta Cultural Preservation) | Steven Hutchason (Delta Tribe).
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Representatives of the California Department of Water Resources, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Delta Stewardship Council, and Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy.

Delta Protection Commission Meeting - CANCELED
2024-11-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Sacramento Yacht Club, 3365 Chicory Loop, West Sacramento, CA, 95691, United States
THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELED
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Commission
Thursday, November 21, 2024, 5-7 p.m. (end time is approximate)
Sacramento Yacht Club, 3365 Chicory Loop, West Sacramento, CA 95691
Complete meeting packet (PDF) – includes staff reports
11/21/2024 Orden del día (Spanish)
Agenda

Call to order and Flag Salute
Welcome & Roll Call
Public Comment – an opportunity for members of the public to address the Commission regarding items not on the agenda

Consent Agenda

Approval of Draft September 19, 2024, Meeting Minutes
Approval of 2025 meeting schedule

Regular Agenda

Report on Delta Stewardship Council Activities – Chair Diane Burgis
Report on Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) Activities – Anna Swenson (DPAC Chair)
Consider Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2025 – The Commission
Executive Director’s Report – Bruce Blodgett, Executive Director
Consider Proposed Appointments to the National Heritage Area Advisory Committee (NHAAC) – Blake Roberts, Program Manager
Socioeconomic Indicators Update – Virginia Gardiner, Program Manager
Delta as Place Presentation, Invasive Species update – Martha Volkoff, California Department of Fish and Wildlife
Commissioner Comments/Announcements
Adjourn

The agenda items listed above may be considered in a different order at the Commission meeting, subject to the discretion of the Chair. At the discretion of the Commission, all items appearing on this agenda, whether or not expressly listed for action, may be deliberated upon and may be subject to action. The Commission welcomes and encourages participation in its meetings. The Commission limits testimony to not more than three minutes per person, or more time at the discretion of the Chair.
Questions, Comments, and Requests
If you have any questions or have a request for reasonable modification or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Delta Protection Commission at dpc@delta.ca.gov or (916) 375-4800. Attachments and additional information can be found on the Delta Protection Commission website: delta.ca.gov.
Comments submitted to submit@delta.ca.gov by noon on November 20, 2024, will be shared with Commissioners prior to the meeting to the extent possible. Public comments on each agenda item will follow the order of: 1) emailed comments, 2) those verbally requesting to make comments after notice offered by Chair during meeting.
Delta Protection Commission Members
Diane Burgis, Chair, Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors | John Vasquez, Vice Chair, Solano County Board of Supervisors | Oscar Villegas, Yolo County Board of Supervisors | Patrick Hume, Sacramento County Board of Supervisors | Tom Patti, San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors | Anissa Williams, Cities of Contra Costa and Solano counties | Paul Steele, Cities of Sacramento and Yolo Counties | Alan Nakanishi, Cities of San Joaquin County | Jim Paroli, Central Delta Reclamation Districts | Tom Slater, North Delta Reclamation Districts | TBD, South Delta Reclamation Districts | Toks Omishakin, CA State Transportation Agency | Karen Ross, CA Department of Food and Agriculture | Wade Crowfoot, CA Natural Resources Agency | Jennifer Lucchesi, CA State Lands Commission
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Carlos Villapudua, California State Assembly | Susan Talamantes Eggman, California State Senate

Delta Heritage Forum: Creating Community Through Heritage
2024-11-15 08:30 - 16:30 | The Antioch Historical Museum, 1500 W 4th St, Antioch, CA, 94509
The Delta Heritage Forum is a free, full-day event each year that celebrates Delta stories, nurtures collaboration, and inspires new thinking and initiatives in the Delta heritage community. This year’s theme is Creating Community through Heritage.
Registration
Register by Nov. 1 to ensure we have an accurate head count for food – scroll down to register. Registration is free.
Forum Format

Three 45- to 60-minute panel discussions
Four storytelling sessions
Lightning Talks: a series of short presentations
Food and drink will be provided by our sponsors

Tentative Schedule
The following schedule is subject to adjustments prior to the event.
8:30 a.m.: Doors open – networking – light breakfast
9 a.m.: Welcome: Blake Roberts, Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta National Heritage Area
9:15-9:25 a.m.: Storyteller: Dan Hanel, Author
9:25-10:25 a.m.: Leveraging Relationships with Partners to Get More Done

Moderator: Leigh Ann Davis, Contra Costa County Historical Society
Rina Dimare, Clarksburg Winery Collective
Sean McCauley, Harvest Time Brentwood
Terry Selk, Visit Yolo

10:25-10:40 a.m. Bathroom/snack/museum browsing break
10:40-10:50 a.m.: Storyteller: Bruce Towne, Writer
10:50 a.m.: Getting Youth Involved In, and Excited About, Heritage

Moderator: Alice LLano, Delta Leadership Program Alumna
Wyatt Moore, Big Break Regional Shoreline
Wendy Solis, John Muir National Historic Site

11:35 a.m.-12:35 p.m.: Lunch – food, free socializing, scavenger hunt, graffiti board
12:35-1 p.m.: Storyteller: Diana Almendariz, Cultural Practitioner of Maidu/Wintun, Hupa/Yurok Traditions, Heritage and Experiences
1:05-2:05 p.m.: Using Public Art to Cultivate a Sense of Place

Moderator: Neema Hekmat, Benicia Arts and Culture Commission
Tom Surh, RioVision
Anna Szabados, City of Brentwood
Yoshio Taylor, Artist

2:05 p.m.: Bathroom/snack/museum browsing break
2:20 p.m.: Storyteller: Delta Mello, Sacramento History Museum
2:30 p.m.: Lightning Talks

Leigh Ann Davis: County Rancho Project
Bob Benedetti: Introducing Fine Arts of the Delta
Carol Jensen: Prohibition and Bootlegging in the Delta

3:15 p.m. Scavenger Hunt Results
3:20-4:20 p.m.: Happy Hour
Questions?
Contact DPC@delta.ca.gov.

Register Now

National Heritage Area Advisory Committee
2024-10-31 14:00 - 16:00 | Oakley Recreation Center, 1250 O’Hara Ave., Oakley, 94561, United States
The National Heritage Area Advisory Committee was created by the Delta Protection Commission on July 18, 2024, to recommend policies, processes, and governance as the Commission implements the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta National Heritage Area Management Plan.
The National Heritage Area Advisory Committee is governed by the charter (PDF). It succeeds the NHA Management Plan Advisory Committee, whose work is done now that the Management Plan has been submitted to the National Park Service.
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
National Heritage Area Advisory Committee
Thursday, October 31, 2024, 2 p.m.
Oakley Recreation Center, 1250 O’Hara Ave, Oakley, CA 94561
Agenda packet, including staff reports (PDF)
Agenda

Call to Order – Bruce Blodgett, NHA Advisory Committee Chair
Roll Call
Public Comment – An opportunity for members of the public to address the NHA Advisory Committee regarding items not on the agenda
Approval of June 18, 2024, Meeting Minutes
Update on NHA Activities – Blake Roberts
Elect Vice Chair – The Committee
Establish 2024/2025 Meeting Calendar – Bruce Blodgett/Blake Roberts
Assignment of Terms for Seats – Bruce Blodgett/Blake Roberts
Formation of Task Groups – Blake Roberts
NHA Partnership Program – Blake Roberts
Member Announcements and Adjourn

The agenda items listed above may be considered in a different order at the Committee meeting, subject to the discretion of the Chair. At the discretion of the Committee, all items appearing on this agenda, whether or not expressly listed for action, may be deliberated upon and may be subject to action. The Committee welcomes and encourages participation in its meetings. The Committee limits testimony to not more than three minutes per person, or more time at the discretion of the Chair.
Questions, Comments, and Requests
If you have any questions or have a request for reasonable modification or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Delta Protection Commission at dpc@delta.ca.gov or (916) 375-4800.
Comments submitted to submit@delta.ca.gov by noon on October 30, 2024, will be shared with Committee members prior to the meeting to the extent possible. Public comments on each agenda item will follow the order of: 1) emailed comments, 2) those verbally requesting to make comments after notice offered by Chair during meeting.
National Heritage Area Advisory Committee Members
Chair Bruce Blodgett | Vice Chair TBD | Diane Burgis, Commission Chair | Michael Campbell | Colin Coffey | Lisa Craig | Dwayne Eubanks | Morris Lum | Carol Jensen | Don Nottoli | Elizabeth Patterson | David Stuart | Oscar Villegas, Commissioner | Katie Wiley | Dan Whaley | Stuart Walthall
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Amanda Blosser California State Parks | Chris Lim Contra Costa Resource Conservation District
ALTERNATE MEMBERS:
Paulette Hennum | Douglas Hsia | Janet Lake | Gia Moreno

Delta Protection Advisory Committee
2024-10-01 17:30 - 19:30 | Wimpys Marina Cafe, 14001 Walnut Grove, Walnut Grove, 95690
The Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) provides recommendations to the Delta Protection Commission on diverse interests within the Delta, including the Delta’s ecosystem, water supply, socioeconomic sustainability, recreation, agriculture, flood control, environment, water resources, utility infrastructure, and other Delta issues. This 17-member committee is appointed by the Commission and meets regularly; members serve three-year terms and may be re-appointed. Meetings are open to the public and everyone’s input is welcome. The Committee was created by the Delta Protection Act, Public Resources Code Section 29753(a). This is its Charter (PDF).
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Advisory Committee
Tuesday, October 1, 2024, 5:30 p.m.
Wimpy’s Marina
14001 West Walnut Grove Rd., Walnut Grove, CA 95690
Agenda packet (PDF)
Agenda

Call to Order/Flag Salute – Anna Swenson, DPAC Chair
Welcome and Roll Call
Public Comment – An opportunity for members of the public to address the Committee regarding items not on the agenda
Approval of August 6, 2024, Meeting Minutes – The Committee
Update on Delta Protection Commission activities – Bruce Blodgett
Presentation on the Delta Meadows Plan – Megan Harrison, California State Parks
Operations Plan for the Delta Conveyance Project overview
Levee Funding – Emily Pappalardo
Delta Waterways Cleanup standing agenda item – Anna Swenson
Member Announcements and Next Meeting
Adjourn

The agenda items listed above may be considered in a different order at the Committee meeting, subject to the discretion of the Chair. At the discretion of the Committee, all items appearing on this agenda, whether or not expressly listed for action, may be deliberated upon and may be subject to action. The Committee welcomes and encourages participation in its meetings. The Committee limits testimony to not more than three minutes per person, or more time at the discretion of the Chair.
Questions, Comments, and Requests
If you have any questions or have a request for reasonable modification or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Delta Protection Commission at dpc@delta.ca.gov or (916) 375-4800.
Comments submitted to submit@delta.ca.gov by noon on September 30, 2024, will be shared with Commissioners prior to the meeting to the extent possible. Public comments on each agenda item will follow the order of: 1) emailed comments, 2) those verbally requesting to make comments after notice offered by Chair during meeting.
Delta Protection Advisory Committee Members
Chair Anna Swenson and Katherine Wiley (Delta general public) | Vice-Chair Russ Ryan (Delta water exporter) | Emily Pappalardo and Arron Pellarin (Delta business) | Craig Watanabe and Gary Mello (Delta agriculture) | Todd Bruce and Morris Lum (Delta recreation) | Edward Hard and Erin Chappell (State agency) | Chris Elias (Delta flood entity) | Mariah Looney (Delta organization) | Jim Cox (Delta habitat/conservation non-governmental entity) | Sam Garcia (Delta utility/related infrastructure) | Douglas Hsia (Delta Cultural Preservation) | Steven Hutchason (Delta Tribal Member).
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Representatives of the California Department of Water Resources, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Delta Stewardship Council, and Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy.

Delta Protection Commission Meeting
2024-09-19 17:00 - 19:00 | West Sacramento Community Center, 1075 West Capitol Avenue, West Sacramento, CA, 95691, United States
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Commission
Thursday, September 19, 2024, 5-7 p.m. (end time is approximate)
West Sacramento Community Center, 1075 West Capitol Ave, West Sacramento, CA 95691
Agenda packet with staff reports (PDF)
Updated staff report for Agenda Item 11 (PDF)
Aviso al Público y Orden del Día de la Reunión Comisión de Protección del Delta
Agenda

Call to order and Flag Salute
Welcome & Roll Call
Public Comment – an opportunity for members of the public to address the Commission regarding items not on the agenda

Closed Session Agenda

The Delta Protection Commission will meet in closed session to consider the evaluation of performance of one or more of its employees. This closed session is authorized by Government Code section 11126, subdivision (a)(1).

Consent Agenda

Approval of Draft July 18, 2024, Meeting Minutes

Regular Agenda

Report on Delta Stewardship Council Activities – Chair Diane Burgis
Report on Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) Activities – Anna Swenson (DPAC Chair)
Delta Protection Advisory Committee Delta Waterways Cleanup project – Anna Swenson (DPAC Chair)
Delta Protection Advisory Committee Gerry Goodie Memorial Seat – Anna Swenson (DPAC Chair)
Executive Director’s Report – Bruce Blodgett, Executive Director
NHA Advisory Committee Appointments – Blake Roberts
Delta as Place Presentation: Delta Agriculture – Tom Slater, Board of Directors, North Delta Water Agency
Commissioner Comments/Announcements
Adjourn

The agenda items listed above may be considered in a different order at the Commission meeting, subject to the discretion of the Chair. At the discretion of the Commission, all items appearing on this agenda, whether or not expressly listed for action, may be deliberated upon and may be subject to action. The Commission welcomes and encourages participation in its meetings. The Commission limits testimony to not more than three minutes per person, or more time at the discretion of the Chair.
Questions, Comments, and Requests
If you have any questions or have a request for reasonable modification or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Delta Protection Commission at dpc@delta.ca.gov or (916) 375-4800. Attachments and additional information can be found on the Delta Protection Commission website: delta.ca.gov.
Comments submitted to submit@delta.ca.gov by noon on September 18, 2024, will be shared with Commissioners prior to the meeting to the extent possible. Public comments on each agenda item will follow the order of: 1) emailed comments, 2) those verbally requesting to make comments after notice offered by Chair during meeting.
Delta Protection Commission Members
Diane Burgis, Chair, Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors | John Vasquez, Vice Chair, Solano County Board of Supervisors | Oscar Villegas, Yolo County Board of Supervisors | Patrick Hume, Sacramento County Board of Supervisors | Tom Patti, San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors | Anissa Williams, Cities of Contra Costa and Solano counties | Paul Steele, Cities of Sacramento and Yolo Counties | Alan Nakanishi, Cities of San Joaquin County | Jim Paroli, Central Delta Reclamation Districts | Tom Slater, North Delta Reclamation Districts | TBD, South Delta Reclamation Districts | Toks Omishakin, CA State Transportation Agency | Karen Ross, CA Department of Food and Agriculture | Wade Crowfoot, CA Natural Resources Agency | Jennifer Lucchesi, CA State Lands Commission
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Carlos Villapudua, California State Assembly | Susan Talamantes Eggman, California State Senate

Delta Protection Advisory Committee
2024-08-06 17:30 - 19:30 | Tony’s Place, 14157 Market St., Walnut Grove, CA, 95690, United States
The Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) provides recommendations to the Delta Protection Commission on diverse interests within the Delta, including the Delta’s ecosystem, water supply, socioeconomic sustainability, recreation, agriculture, flood control, environment, water resources, utility infrastructure, and other Delta issues. This fifteen-member committee is appointed by the Commission and meets regularly; members serve three-year terms and may be re-appointed. Meetings are open to the public and everyone’s input is welcome. The Committee was created by the Delta Protection Act, Public Resources Code Section 29753(a). This is its Charter (PDF).
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Advisory Committee
Tuesday, August 6, 2024, 5:30 p.m.
Tony’s Place Restaurant, 14157 Market Street, Walnut Grove, CA 95690
Complete agenda packet (PDF)
Agenda

Call to Order/Flag Salute – Anna Swenson, DPAC Chair
Welcome and Roll Call
Public Comment – An opportunity for members of the public to address the Committee regarding items not on the agenda
Approval of June 4, 2024, Meeting Minutes – The Committee
Update on Delta Protection Commission activities – Bruce Blodgett
Announcement on NHA Advisory Committee application period – Blake Roberts
Discussion of McDonald Island Hydrogen Storage project – Mike Aviña
Coastal Cleanup Day – Virginia Gardiner
Possible DPAC memorial seat – Anna Swenson
Member Announcements and Next Meeting
Adjourn

The agenda items listed above may be considered in a different order at the Committee meeting, subject to the discretion of the Chair. At the discretion of the Committee, all items appearing on this agenda, whether or not expressly listed for action, may be deliberated upon and may be subject to action. The Committee welcomes and encourages participation in its meetings. The Committee limits testimony to not more than three minutes per person, or more time at the discretion of the Chair.
Questions, Comments, and Requests
If you have any questions or have a request for reasonable modification or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Delta Protection Commission at dpc@delta.ca.gov or (916) 375-4800.
Comments submitted to submit@delta.ca.gov by noon on August 5, 2024, will be shared with Commissioners prior to the meeting to the extent possible. Public comments on each agenda item will follow the order of: 1) emailed comments, 2) those verbally requesting to make comments after notice offered by Chair during meeting.
Delta Protection Advisory Committee Members
Chair Anna Swenson and Katherine Wiley (Delta general public) | Vice-Chair Russ Ryan (Delta water exporter) | Emily Pappalardo and Arron Pellarin (Delta business) | Craig Watanabe and Gary Mello (Delta agriculture) | Todd Bruce and Morris Lum (Delta recreation) | Edward Hard and Erin Chappell (State agency) | Chris Elias (Delta flood entity) | Mariah Looney (Delta organization) | Jim Cox (Delta habitat/conservation non-governmental entity) | Sam Garcia (Delta utility/related infrastructure) | Douglas Hsia (Delta Cultural Preservation) | Steven Hutchason (Delta Tribe).
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Representatives of the California Department of Water Resources, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Delta Stewardship Council, and Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy.

Delta Protection Commission Meeting
2024-07-18 17:00 - 19:00 | Big Break Center Meeting Room, 69 Big Break Rd,, Oakley, CA
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Commission
Thursday, July 18, 2024, 5-7 p.m. (end time is approximate)
Big Break Visitor Center, 69 Big Break Road, Oakley, CA 94561
Orden del día (Spanish version)
Complete agenda packet (PDF)
Agenda

Call to order and Flag Salute
Welcome & Roll Call
Public Comment – an opportunity for members of the public to address the Commission regarding items not on the agenda

Consent Agenda

Approval of Draft May 16, 2024, Meeting Minutes

Regular Agenda

Report on Delta Stewardship Council Activities – Chair Diane Burgis
Report on Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) Activities – Anna Swenson (DPAC Chair)
Delta as Place Presentation, Status of Recreation in the Delta – Chris Lauritzen, lifelong marina operator of Lauritzen Yacht Harbor in Oakley
Executive Director’s Report – Bruce Blodgett, Executive Director
Approval of National Heritage Area Advisory Committee Charter (proposed changes) – Blake Roberts
Organizational Assessment Report – Bruce Blodgett, Executive Director
Commissioner Comments/Announcements
Adjourn

The agenda items listed above may be considered in a different order at the Commission meeting, subject to the discretion of the Chair. At the discretion of the Commission, all items appearing on this agenda, whether or not expressly listed for action, may be deliberated upon and may be subject to action. The Commission welcomes and encourages participation in its meetings. The Commission limits testimony to not more than three minutes per person, or more time at the discretion of the Chair.
Questions, Comments, and Requests
If you have any questions or have a request for reasonable modification or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Delta Protection Commission at dpc@delta.ca.gov or (916) 375-4800. Attachments and additional information can be found on the Delta Protection Commission website: delta.ca.gov.
Comments submitted to submit@delta.ca.gov by noon on July 17, 2024, will be shared with Commissioners prior to the meeting to the extent possible. Public comments on each agenda item will follow the order of: 1) emailed comments, 2) those verbally requesting to make comments after notice offered by Chair during meeting.
Delta Protection Commission Members
Diane Burgis, Chair, Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors | John Vasquez, Vice Chair, Solano County Board of Supervisors | Oscar Villegas, Yolo County Board of Supervisors | Patrick Hume, Sacramento County Board of Supervisors | Tom Patti, San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors | Anissa Williams, Cities of Contra Costa and Solano counties | Paul Steele, Cities of Sacramento and Yolo Counties | Alan Nakanishi, Cities of San Joaquin County | Jim Paroli, Central Delta Reclamation Districts | Tom Slater, North Delta Reclamation Districts | TBD, South Delta Reclamation Districts | Toks Omishakin, CA State Transportation Agency | Karen Ross, CA Department of Food and Agriculture | Wade Crowfoot, CA Natural Resources Agency | Jennifer Lucchesi, CA State Lands Commission
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Carlos Villapudua, California State Assembly | Susan Talamantes Eggman, California State Senate

Delta National Heritage Area Management Plan Advisory Committee
2024-06-18 13:30 - 15:30 | Rio Vista Senior Center, 25 Main Street, Rio Vista, CA, 94571, United States
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
National Heritage Area Management Plan Advisory Committee
Tuesday, June 18, 2024, 1:30-3:30 p.m. (end time approximate)
Rio Vista Senior Center, 25 Main Street, Rio Vista, CA 94571
Agenda

Call to Order – Bruce Blodgett, NHA Advisory Committee Chair
Public Comment – An opportunity for members of the public to address the NHA Advisory Committee regarding items not on the Agenda
Approval of January 11, 2024, Meeting Minutes (PDF)
NHA Advisory Committee Member Updates (10 mins.)
Status of Management Plan – Blake Roberts, Delta Protection Commission (10 mins.)
Restructuring of NHA Advisory Committee and Advisory Task Groups – Bruce Blodgett and Blake Roberts (25 mins.)
America250 Planning Efforts – Blake Roberts (20 mins.)
Delta Heritage Forum – Holly Heyser, Delta Protection Commission, and Blake Roberts (15 mins.)
Passport Program – Blake Roberts (10 mins.)
Member Announcements and Adjourn

The agenda items listed above may be considered in a different order at the Committee meeting, subject to the discretion of the Chair. At the discretion of the Committee, all items appearing on this agenda, whether or not expressly listed for action, may be deliberated upon and may be subject to action. The Committee welcomes and encourages participation in its meetings. The Committee limits testimony to not more than three minutes per person, or more time at the discretion of the Chair.
Questions, Comments, and Requests
If you have any questions or have a request for reasonable modification or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Delta Protection Commission at dpc@delta.ca.gov or (916) 375-4800.
Comments submitted to submit@delta.ca.gov by noon on June 17, 2024, will be shared with Committee members prior to the meeting to the extent possible. Public comments on each agenda item will follow the order of: 1) emailed comments, 2) those verbally requesting to make comments after notice offered by Chair during meeting.
National Heritage Area Advisory Committee Members
Chair Bruce Blodgett | Vice Chair Elizabeth Patterson | Michael Campbell | Lenora Clark | Paulette Hennum | Matt Holmes | Douglas Hsia | Carol Jensen | Janet Lake | Gia Moreno | David Stuart | Malissa Tayaba | Jan Vick | Dan Whaley | Jean Yokotobi
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Karen Buhr, Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy | Herbert “Lou” Griffin, Wilton Rancheria | Jeff Henderson, Delta Stewardship Council | Michael Moran, East Bay Regional Park District | Trevor Rice, National Park Service | John Takekawa, Suisun Resource Conservation District. Other public agency representatives may also participate as ex-officio members.

Delta Protection Advisory Committee
2024-06-04 17:30 - 19:30 | Big Break Visitor Center, 69 Big Break Rd, Oakley, CA, 94561
The Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) provides recommendations to the Delta Protection Commission on diverse interests within the Delta, including the Delta’s ecosystem, water supply, socioeconomic sustainability, recreation, agriculture, flood control, environment, water resources, utility infrastructure, and other Delta issues. This fifteen-member committee is appointed by the Commission and meets regularly; members serve three-year terms and may be re-appointed. Meetings are open to the public and everyone’s input is welcome. The Committee was created by the Delta Protection Act, Public Resources Code Section 29753(a). This is its Charter (PDF).
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Advisory Committee
Tuesday, June 4, 5:30 p.m.
Big Break Visitor Center, 69 Big Break Road, Oakley, CA 94561
Agenda

Call to Order/Flag Salute – Anna Swenson, DPAC Chair
Welcome and Roll Call
Welcome New Members Emily Pappalardo and Katie Wiley – Anna Swenson
Public Comment – An opportunity for members of the public to address the Committee regarding items not on the agenda
Approval of April 9, 2024, Meeting Minutes (PDF) – The Committee
Update on Delta Protection Commission activities – Bruce Blodgett
Presentation on America 250/other NHA activities – Blake Roberts
Discussion of Clarksburg Branch Line Trail – Jason McCoy, Supervising Transportation Planner, West Sacramento Community Development Department, Virginia Gardiner, DPC
Possible DPAC memorial seat – Anna Swenson
Member Announcements and Next Meeting
Adjourn

The agenda items listed above may be considered in a different order at the Committee meeting, subject to the discretion of the Chair. At the discretion of the Committee, all items appearing on this agenda, whether or not expressly listed for action, may be deliberated upon and may be subject to action. The Committee welcomes and encourages participation in its meetings. The Committee limits testimony to not more than three minutes per person, or more time at the discretion of the Chair.
Questions, Comments, and Requests
If you have any questions or have a request for reasonable modification or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Delta Protection Commission at dpc@delta.ca.gov or (916) 375-4800.
Comments submitted to submit@delta.ca.gov by noon on June 3, 2024, will be shared with Committee members prior to the meeting to the extent possible. Public comments on each agenda item will follow the order of: 1) emailed comments, 2) those verbally requesting to make comments after notice offered by Chair during meeting.
Delta Protection Advisory Committee Members
Chair Anna Swenson and Katherine Wiley (Delta general public)| Vice-Chair Russ Ryan (Delta water exporter) | Emily Pappalardo and Arron Pellarin (Delta business) | Craig Watanabe and Gary Mello (Delta agriculture) | Todd Bruce and Morris Lum (Delta recreation) | Edward Hard and Erin Chappell (State agency) | Chris Elias (Delta flood entity) | Mariah Looney (Delta organization) | Jim Cox (Delta habitat/conservation non-governmental entity) | Sam Garcia (Delta utility/related infrastructure) | Douglas Hsia (Delta Cultural Preservation) | Steven Hutchason (Delta Tribal Member).
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Representatives of the California Department of Water Resources, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Delta Stewardship Council, and Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy.

Delta Protection Commission Meeting
2024-05-16 17:00 - 19:00 | The Point Restaurant, 120 Marina Drive, Rio Vista, CA, 94571, United States
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Commission
Thursday, May 16, 2024, 5-7 p.m. (end time is approximate)
The Point Restaurant, 120 Marina Drive, Rio Vista, CA 94571
Orden del día (Spanish translation)
Complete agenda packet (PDF)
Agenda

Call to order and Flag Salute
Welcome & Roll Call
Public Comment – an opportunity for members of the public to address the Commission regarding items not on the agenda.

Consent Agenda

Approval of March 7, 2024, Meeting Minutes

Regular Agenda

Report on Delta Stewardship Council Activities – Chair Diane Burgis
Delta as Place Presentation – Ken Baccetti, President, CA Striped Bass Association, Isleton Chapter
Report on Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) Activities – Anna Swenson, DPAC Chair
Executive Director’s Report – Bruce Blodgett, Executive Director
Abandoned and Derelict Vessel Removal Act – Bruce Blodgett, Executive Director
Delta Leadership Program Graduation – Erik Vink, DLP Coordinator
Appointments to Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) – Bruce Blodgett, Executive Director
Commissioner Comments/Announcements
Adjourn

The agenda items listed above may be considered in a different order at the Commission meeting, subject to the discretion of the Chair. At the discretion of the Commission, all items appearing on this agenda, whether or not expressly listed for action, may be deliberated upon and may be subject to action. The Commission welcomes and encourages participation in its meetings. The Commission limits testimony to not more than three minutes per person, or more time at the discretion of the Chair.
Questions, Comments, and Requests
If you have any questions or have a request for reasonable modification or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Delta Protection Commission at dpc@delta.ca.gov or (916) 375-4800. Attachments and additional information can be found on the Delta Protection Commission website: delta.ca.gov.
Comments submitted to submit@delta.ca.gov by noon on May 15, 2024, will be shared with Commissioners prior to the meeting to the extent possible. Public comments on each agenda item will follow the order of: 1) emailed comments, 2) those verbally requesting to make comments after notice offered by Chair during meeting.
Delta Protection Commission Members
Diane Burgis, Chair, Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors | John Vasquez, Vice Chair, Solano County Board of Supervisors | Oscar Villegas, Yolo County Board of Supervisors | Patrick Hume, Sacramento County Board of Supervisors | Tom Patti, San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors | Anissa Williams, Cities of Contra Costa and Solano counties | Paul Steele, Cities of Sacramento and Yolo Counties | Alan Nakanishi, Cities of San Joaquin County | Jim Paroli, Central Delta Reclamation Districts | Tom Slater, North Delta Reclamation Districts | Nick Mussi, South Delta Reclamation Districts | Toks Omishakin, CA State Transportation Agency | Karen Ross, CA Department of Food and Agriculture | Wade Crowfoot, CA Natural Resources Agency | Jennifer Lucchesi, CA State Lands Commission
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Carlos Villapudua, California State Assembly | Susan Talamantes Eggman, California State Senate

Delta Protection Advisory Committee
2024-04-09 17:30 - 19:30 | Sacramento County Farm Bureau, 8970 Elk Grove Blvd., Elk Grove, CA, 95624
The Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) provides recommendations to the Delta Protection Commission on diverse interests within the Delta, including the Delta’s ecosystem, water supply, socioeconomic sustainability, recreation, agriculture, flood control, environment, water resources, utility infrastructure, and other Delta issues. This fifteen-member committee is appointed by the Commission and meets regularly; members serve three-year terms and may be re-appointed. Meetings are open to the public and everyone’s input is welcome. The Committee was created by the Delta Protection Act, Public Resources Code Section 29753(a). This is its Charter (PDF).
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Advisory Committee
Tuesday, April 9, 2024, 5:30 p.m.
Sacramento County Farm Bureau
8970 Elk Grove Blvd., Elk Grove, CA 95624
Agenda

Call to Order/Flag Salute – Anna Swenson, DPAC Chair
Welcome and Roll Call
Welcome new member (tribal representative) Steven Hutchason – Anna Swenson
Public Comment – An opportunity for members of the public to address the Committee regarding items not on the agenda.
Approval of February 6, 2024, Meeting Minutes – the Committee
Update on Delta Protection Commission activities – Bruce Blodgett
Presentation on Aquatic Invasive Species programs – Edward Hard, Chief of Aquatic Invasive Species Programs, Department of Parks and Recreation, Division of Boating and Waterways
Discussion about California Forever – the Committee
Honoring Gerry Goodie – the Committee
Member Announcements and Next Meeting
Adjourn

The agenda items listed above may be considered in a different order at the Committee meeting, subject to the discretion of the Chair. At the discretion of the Committee, all items appearing on this agenda, whether or not expressly listed for action, may be deliberated upon and may be subject to action. The Committee welcomes and encourages participation in its meetings. The Committee limits testimony to not more than three minutes per person, or more time at the discretion of the Chair.
Questions, Comments, and Requests
If you have any questions or have a request for reasonable modification or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Delta Protection Commission at dpc@delta.ca.gov or (916) 375-4800.
Comments submitted to submit@delta.ca.gov by noon on April 8, 2024, will be shared with Commissioners prior to the meeting to the extent possible. Public comments on each agenda item will follow the order of: 1) emailed comments, 2) those verbally requesting to make comments after notice offered by Chair during meeting.
Delta Protection Advisory Committee Members
Chair Anna Swenson | Vice-Chair Russ Ryan (Delta water exporter) | Robyn Brown and Arron Pellarin (Delta business) | Craig Watanabe and Gary Mello (Delta agriculture) | Todd Bruce and Morris Lum (Delta recreation) | Edward Hard and Erin Chappell (State agency) | Chris Elias (Delta flood entity) | Mariah Looney (Delta organization) | Jim Cox (Delta habitat/conservation non-governmental entity) | Sam Garcia (Delta utility/related infrastructure) | Douglas Hsia (Delta Cultural Preservation) | Steven Hutchason (Delta Tribe).
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Representatives of the California Department of Water Resources, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Delta Stewardship Council, and Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy.

Delta Protection Commission Meeting
2024-03-07 17:00 - 19:00 | The Willow Ballroom, 10724 California 160, Hood, CA, 95639
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Commission
Thursday, March 7, 2024, 5-7 p.m. (end time is approximate)
The Willow Ballroom and Event Center
10724 CA-160, Hood, CA 95639
Orden del día (Spanish translation)
Click here to access full meeting packet (PDF).
Agenda

Call to order and Flag Salute
Welcome & Roll Call
Public Comment – an opportunity for members of the public to address the Commission regarding items not on the agenda.

Consent Agenda

Approval of January 18, 2024, Meeting Minutes

Regular Agenda

Report on Delta Stewardship Council Activities – Chair Diane Burgis
Delta as Place Presentation – Mike Campbell
Report on Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) Activities – Anna Swenson (DPAC Chair)
Executive Director’s Report – Bruce Blodgett, Executive Director
Delta Sustainable Insurance Model – Kathleen Schaefer
Approval of the National Heritage Area Management Plan – Blake Roberts
Appointments to Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) – Bruce Blodgett, Executive Director
Commissioner Comments/Announcements
Adjourn

The agenda items listed above may be considered in a different order at the Commission meeting, subject to the discretion of the Chair. At the discretion of the Commission, all items appearing on this agenda, whether or not expressly listed for action, may be deliberated upon and may be subject to action. The Commission welcomes and encourages participation in its meetings. The Commission limits testimony to not more than three minutes per person, or more time at the discretion of the Chair.
Questions, Comments, and Requests
If you have any questions or have a request for reasonable modification or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Delta Protection Commission at dpc@delta.ca.gov or (916) 375-4800. Attachments and additional information can be found on the Delta Protection Commission website: delta.ca.gov.
Comments submitted to submit@delta.ca.gov by noon on March 6, 2024, will be shared with Commissioners prior to the meeting to the extent possible. Public comments on each agenda item will follow the order of: 1) emailed comments, 2) those verbally requesting to make comments after notice offered by Chair during meeting.
Delta Protection Commission Members
Diane Burgis, Chair, Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors | John Vasquez, Vice Chair, Solano County Board of Supervisors | Oscar Villegas, Yolo County Board of Supervisors | Patrick Hume, Sacramento County Board of Supervisors | Steve Ding, San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors | Ron Kott, Cities of Contra Costa and Solano counties | Paul Steele, Cities of Sacramento and Yolo Counties | Alan Nakanishi, Cities of San Joaquin County | Jim Paroli, Central Delta Reclamation Districts | Tom Slater, North Delta Reclamation Districts | Nick Mussi, South Delta Reclamation Districts | Toks Omishakin, CA State Transportation Agency | Karen Ross, CA Department of Food and Agriculture | Wade Crowfoot, CA Natural Resources Agency | Jennifer Lucchesi, CA State Lands Commission
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Carlos Villapudua, California State Assembly | Susan Talamantes Eggman, California State Senate

Delta NHA Management Plan
2024-02-28 18:00 - 20:00 | CA
Members of the public are invited to review and comment on the draft Management Plan for the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta National Heritage Area at this virtual meeting.
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Delta NHA Management Plan
2024-02-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Antioch Community Center, 4703 Lone Tree Way, Antioch, 945531
Members of the public are invited to review and comment on the draft Management Plan for the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta National Heritage Area at this in-person meeting.

Delta NHA Management Plan
2024-02-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Jean Harvie Community Center, 14273 River Road, Walnut Grove, CA, 95690

Delta Protection Advisory Committee
2024-02-06 17:30 - 19:30 | Stockton Sailing Club, 4980 Buckley Cove Way, Stockton, 95219, United States
The Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) provides recommendations to the Delta Protection Commission on diverse interests within the Delta, including the Delta’s ecosystem, water supply, socioeconomic sustainability, recreation, agriculture, flood control, environment, water resources, utility infrastructure, and other Delta issues. This fifteen-member committee is appointed by the Commission and meets regularly; members serve three-year terms and may be re-appointed. Meetings are open to the public and everyone’s input is welcome. The Committee was created by the Delta Protection Act, Public Resources Code Section 29753(a). This is its Charter (PDF).
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Advisory Committee
Tuesday, February 6, 2024, 5:30 p.m.
Stockton Sailing Club, 4980 Buckley Cove Way, Stockton, CA 95219
Here is the complete agenda packet (PDF).
Agenda

Call to Order/Flag Salute – Anna Swenson, DPAC Chair
Welcome and Roll Call
Welcome Gerry Goodie – Anna Swenson
Public Comment – An opportunity for members of the public to address the Committee regarding items not on the agenda
Approval of December 19, 2023, Meeting Minutes – The Committee
Approval of 2024 Annual Meeting Calendar – The Committee
Update on Delta Protection Commission activities – Bruce Blodgett
Presentation on Delta Cross Channel – Mario Manzo
Update on Delta Conveyance Project – Dante Nomellini, Jr.
Discussion of Broadband in the Delta – Bryan Hughes and Justin McCourt from Equitable Access California
Member Announcements and Next Meeting
Adjourn

The agenda items listed above may be considered in a different order at the Committee meeting, subject to the discretion of the Chair. At the discretion of the Committee, all items appearing on this agenda, whether or not expressly listed for action, may be deliberated upon and may be subject to action. The Committee welcomes and encourages participation in its meetings. The Committee limits testimony to not more than three minutes per person, or more time at the discretion of the Chair.
Questions, Comments, and Requests
If you have any questions or have a request for reasonable modification or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Delta Protection Commission at dpc@delta.ca.gov or (916) 375-4800.
Comments submitted to submit@delta.ca.gov by noon on February 5, 2024, will be shared with Commissioners prior to the meeting to the extent possible. Public comments on each agenda item will follow the order of: 1) emailed comments, 2) those verbally requesting to make comments after notice offered by Chair during meeting.
Delta Protection Advisory Committee Members
Chair Anna Swenson and Gerry Goodie (Delta general public) | Vice-Chair Russ Ryan (Delta water exporter) | Robyn Brown and Arron Pellarin (Delta business) | Craig Watanabe and Gary Mello (Delta agriculture) | Todd Bruce and Morris Lum (Delta recreation) | Edward Hard and Erin Chappell (State agency) | Chris Elias (Delta flood entity) | Mariah Looney (Delta organization) | Jim Cox (Delta habitat/conservation non-governmental entity) | Sam Garcia (Delta utility/related infrastructure) | Douglas Hsia (Delta Cultural Preservation).
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Representatives of the California Department of Water Resources, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Delta Stewardship Council, and Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy.

Delta Protection Commission Meeting
2024-01-18 17:00 - 19:00 | University Plaza Waterfront Hotel, 110 West Fremont Street, Stockton, CA, 95202, United States
Orden del Día de la Reunión Comisión de Protección del Delta (in Spanish)
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Commission
Click here for the full agenda packet (PDF)
Click here for the approved minutes of this meeting
Thursday, Jan. 18, 2024, 5-7 p.m. (end time is approximate)
University Plaza Waterfront Hotel, 110 West Fremont Street, Stockton, CA 95202
Agenda

Call to order and Flag Salute
Welcome & Roll Call
Public Comment – an opportunity for members of the public to address the Commission regarding items not on the agenda

Consent Agenda

Approval of Nov. 16, 2023, Meeting Minutes

Regular Agenda

Report on Delta Stewardship Council Activities – Chair Diane Burgis
Elect Chair and Vice Chair for 2024 – The Commission
Delta as Place Presentation – Dante Nomellini
Report on Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) Activities – Anna Swenson (DPAC Chair)
Executive Director’s Report – Bruce Blodgett, Executive Director
Appointments to Delta Protection Advisory Committee – Bruce Blodgett, Executive Director
Approve 2023 Annual Report – Bruce Blodgett, Executive Director
Delta Socioeconomic Indicators Update – Virginia Gardiner, Program Manager
National Heritage Area Management Plan Update – Blake Roberts, Program Manager
Commissioner Comments/Announcements
Adjourn

The agenda items listed above may be considered in a different order at the Commission meeting, subject to the discretion of the Chair. At the discretion of the Commission, all items appearing on this agenda, whether expressly listed for action, may be deliberated upon and may be subject to action. The Commission welcomes and encourages participation in its meetings. The Commission limits testimony to not more than three minutes per person, or more time at the discretion of the Chair.
Questions, Comments, and Requests
If you have any questions or have a request for reasonable modification or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Delta Protection Commission at dpc@delta.ca.gov or (916) 375-4800. Attachments and additional information can be found on the Delta Protection Commission website: delta.ca.gov.
Comments submitted to submit@delta.ca.gov by noon on Wednesday, January 17 2024, will be shared with Commissioners prior to the meeting to the extent possible. Public comments on each agenda item will follow the order of: 1) emailed comments, 2) those verbally requesting to make comments after notice offered by Chair during meeting.
Delta Protection Commission Members
Diane Burgis, Chair, Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors | John Vasquez, Vice Chair, Solano County Board of Supervisors | Oscar Villegas, Yolo County Board of Supervisors | Patrick Hume, Sacramento County Board of Supervisors | Steve Ding, San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors | Ron Kott, Cities of Contra Costa and Solano counties | Paul Steele, Cities of Sacramento and Yolo Counties | Alan Nakanishi, Cities of San Joaquin County | Jim Paroli, Central Delta Reclamation Districts | Tom Slater, North Delta Reclamation Districts | Nick Mussi, South Delta Reclamation Districts | Toks Omishakin, CA State Transportation Agency | Karen Ross, CA Department of Food and Agriculture | Wade Crowfoot, CA Natural Resources Agency | Jennifer Lucchesi, CA State Lands Commission
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Carlos Villapudua, California State Assembly | Susan Talamantes Eggman, California State Senate

Delta National Heritage Area Management Plan Advisory Committee
2024-01-11 13:00 - 15:00 | The Point Restaurant, 120 Marina Drive, Rio Vista, CA, 94571, United States
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
National Heritage Area Management Plan Advisory Committee
Thursday, January 11, 2024, 1:00-3:00 p.m.
The Point Restaurant
120 Marina Drive
Rio Vista, CA 94571
Webcast via Zoom
Access via computer or iOS/Android phone:
Meeting URL: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89078038990?pwd=[REDACTED]
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Access by telephone:
Phone number: (404) 443 6397
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Agenda

Call to Order – Bruce Blodgett, NHA Advisory Committee Chair
Public Comment – An opportunity for members of the public to address the NHA Advisory Committee regarding items not on the Agenda
NHA Advisory Committee Member Updates (10 mins.)
Status of Public Review Draft Management Plan – Nancy Morgan, Point Heritage Development Consulting (PointHDC) and Blake Roberts, Delta Protection Commission (20 mins.)
Status of Letters of Support and Commitment for Management Plan – Nancy Morgan, PointHDC and Blake Roberts, Delta Protection Commission (10 mins.)
Public Review Draft Management Plan Public Engagement Plan – Blake Roberts, Delta Protection Commission (30 mins.)
Member Announcements and Adjourn

The agenda items listed above may be considered in a different order at the Committee meeting, subject to the discretion of the Chair. At the discretion of the Committee, all items appearing on this agenda, whether or not expressly listed for action, may be deliberated upon and may be subject to action. The Committee welcomes and encourages participation in its meetings. The Committee limits testimony to not more than three minutes per person, or more time at the discretion of the Chair.
Questions, Comments, and Requests
If you have any questions or have a request for reasonable modification or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Delta Protection Commission at dpc@delta.ca.gov or (916) 375-4800.
Comments submitted to submit@delta.ca.gov by noon on January 10, 2023, will be shared with Committee members prior to the meeting to the extent possible. Public comments on each agenda item will follow the order of: 1) emailed comments, 2) those verbally requesting to make comments after notice offered by Chair during meeting.
National Heritage Area Advisory Committee Members
Chair Bruce Blodgett | Vice Chair Elizabeth Patterson | Michael Campbell | Lenora Clark | Paulette Hennum | Matt Holmes | Douglas Hsia | Carol Jensen | Janet Lake | Gia Moreno | David Stuart | Malissa Tayaba | Jan Vick | Dan Whaley | Jean Yokotobi
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Karen Buhr, Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy | Leigh Ann Davis, Contra Costa County Historical Society | Herbert “Lou” Griffin, Wilton Rancheria | Jeff Henderson, Delta Stewardship Council | Matthew Moore, United Auburn Indian Community | Michael Moran, East Bay Regional Park District | Trevor Rice, National Park Service | John Takekawa, Suisun Resource Conservation District. Other public agency representatives may also participate as ex-officio members.

Delta Protection Advisory Committee Meeting
2023-12-19 17:30 - 19:30 | Steamboat Bar and Grill, 12414 CA 160, Courtland, CA, 95615, United States
RESCHEDULED: Date has changed from Dec. 12 to Dec. 19.
The Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) provides recommendations to the Delta Protection Commission on diverse interests within the Delta, including the Delta’s ecosystem, water supply, socioeconomic sustainability, recreation, agriculture, flood control, environment, water resources, utility infrastructure, and other Delta issues. This fifteen-member committee is appointed by the Commission and meets regularly; members serve three-year terms and may be re-appointed. Meetings are open to the public and everyone’s input is welcome. The Committee was created by the Delta Protection Act, Public Resources Code Section 29753(a). This is its Charter (PDF).
Meeting materials: Draft minutes of Oct. 10, 2023, meeting (PDF)
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Advisory Committee
Tuesday, December 19, 2023, 5:30 p.m.
Steamboat Bar and Grill
12414 CA 160, Courtland 95615
Agenda

Call to Order/Flag Salute – Anna Swenson, DPAC Chair
Welcome and Roll Call
Public Comment – An opportunity for members of the public to address the Committee regarding items not on the agenda
Approval of October 10, 2023, Meeting Minutes – The Committee
Update on Delta Protection Commission activities – Bruce Blodgett
Update on the status of the Delta Conveyance EIR – Osha Meserve
Update on levee subvention funding – Emily Papalardo
Presentation on Broadband in the Delta – Russ Ryan
Update on the status of the NHA management plan – Blake Roberts
Member Announcements and Next Meeting
Adjourn

The agenda items listed above may be considered in a different order at the Committee meeting, subject to the discretion of the Chair. At the discretion of the Committee, all items appearing on this agenda, whether expressly listed for action, may be deliberated upon and may be subject to action. The Committee welcomes and encourages participation in its meetings. The Committee limits testimony to not more than three minutes per person, or more time at the discretion of the Chair.
Questions, Comments, and Requests
If you have any questions or have a request for reasonable modification or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Delta Protection Commission at dpc@delta.ca.gov or (916) 375-4800.
Comments submitted to submit@delta.ca.gov by noon on December 18, 2023, will be shared with Commissioners prior to the meeting to the extent possible. Public comments on each agenda item will follow the order of: 1) emailed comments, 2) those verbally requesting to make comments after notice offered by Chair during meeting.
Delta Protection Advisory Committee Members
Chair Anna Swenson (Delta general public) | Vice-Chair Russ Ryan (Delta water exporter) | Robyn Brown and Arron Pellarin (Delta business) | Craig Watanabe and Gary Mello (Delta agriculture) | Todd Bruce and Morris Lum (Delta recreation) | Edward Hard and Erin Chappell (State agency) | Chris Elias (Delta flood entity) | Mariah Looney (Delta organization) | Jim Cox (Delta habitat/conservation non-governmental entity) | Sam Garcia (Delta utility/related infrastructure) | Douglas Hsia (Delta Cultural Preservation).
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Representatives of the California Department of Water Resources, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Delta Stewardship Council, and Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy.

Delta National Heritage Area Management Plan Advisory Committee
2023-12-07 15:00 - 17:00 | Delta Conservancy, 1450 Halyard Drive, Suite 6, West Sacramento, CA, 95691, United States
The Delta Protection Commission is the entity responsible for preparing a management plan for the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta National Heritage Area, which was created by Congress in 2019 (PDF). To advance that goal, the Commission created a 15-member volunteer NHA Management Plan Advisory Committee – read its charter (PDF) – to develop the plan.
The NHA Committee is scheduled to meet every month until the management plan is approved by the Secretary of the Interior. The location of the December meeting and the agenda will be posted here at least 10 days in advance.
Materials: The following are chapters of the administrative review draft of the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta National Heritage Area Management Plan – all are Word documents that will auto-download:

Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7

PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
National Heritage Area Management Plan Advisory Committee
Thursday, December 7, 2023, 3 p.m.
Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy Conference Room
1450 Halyard Drive, Suite 6, West Sacramento
Additional teleconference locations:

New! Big Break Regional Shoreline Visitor Center, 69 Big Break Road, Oakley
Isleton Chamber of Commerce, 23 Main Street, Isleton

UPDATE: One teleconference location originally listed – the East Contra Costa Historical Museum Resource Center in Brentwood – is NOT available. The deletion of this teleconference location and the addition above of the Big Break Regional Shoreline location are the only changes that have been made to this agenda since its original posting.
Webcast via Zoom
Access via computer or iOS/Android phone:
Meeting URL: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81280616306?pwd=[REDACTED]
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Access by telephone:
Phone number: (404) 443-6397, or toll-free (877) 336-1831
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Agenda

Call to Order – Elizabeth Patterson, NHA Advisory Committee Vice Chair
Public Comment – An opportunity for members of the public to address the NHA Advisory Committee regarding items not on the Agenda
NHA Advisory Committee Member Updates (10 mins.)
Revisions to Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act – Blake Roberts, Delta Protection Commission (10 mins.)
Administrative Draft Management Plan – Nancy Morgan, Point Heritage Development Consulting (PointHDC) and Blake Roberts, Delta Protection Commission (30 mins.)
Letters of Support and Commitment for Management Plan – Nancy Morgan, PointHDC and Blake Roberts, Delta Protection Commission (15 mins.)
Request for Management Plan Images – Blake Roberts, Delta Protection Commission (5 mins.)
Member Announcements and Adjourn

The agenda items listed above may be considered in a different order at the Committee meeting, subject to the discretion of the Chair. At the discretion of the Committee, all items appearing on this agenda, whether or not expressly listed for action, may be deliberated upon and may be subject to action. The Committee welcomes and encourages participation in its meetings. The Committee limits testimony to not more than three minutes per person, or more time at the discretion of the Chair.
Questions, Comments, and Requests
If you have any questions or have a request for reasonable modification or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Delta Protection Commission at dpc@delta.ca.gov or (916) 375-4800.
Comments submitted to submit@delta.ca.gov by noon on December 6, 2023, will be shared with Committee members prior to the meeting to the extent possible. Public comments on each agenda item will follow the order of: 1) emailed comments, 2) those verbally requesting to make comments after notice offered by Chair during meeting.
National Heritage Area Advisory Committee Members
Chair Bruce Blodgett | Vice Chair Elizabeth Patterson | Michael Campbell | Lenora Clark | Paulette Hennum | Matt Holmes | Douglas Hsia | Carol Jensen | Janet Lake | Gia Moreno | David Stuart | Malissa Tayaba | Jan Vick | Dan Whaley | Jean Yokotobi
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Karen Buhr, Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy | Herbert “Lou” Griffin, Wilton Rancheria | Jeff Henderson, Delta Stewardship Council | Matthew Moore, United Auburn Indian Community | Michael Moran, East Bay Regional Park District | Trevor Rice, National Park Service | John Takekawa, Suisun Resource Conservation District. Other public agency representatives may also participate as ex-officio members.

Delta Protection Commission Meeting
2023-11-16 17:00 - 19:00 | Sacramento Yacht Club, 3365 Chicory Loop, West Sacramento, CA, 95691, United States
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Commission
Thursday, November 16, 2023, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (End time of the meeting is approximate)
Sacramento Yacht Club, 3365 Chicory Loop, West Sacramento, CA 95691
Spanish version: Orden del día
The complete agenda packet is here (PDF). The final minutes of this meeting are here.
Agenda
1. Call to order and Flag Salute
2. Welcome & Roll Call
3. Public Comment – an opportunity for members of the public to address the Commission regarding items not on the agenda
4. Report on Delta Stewardship Council Activities – Chair Diane Burgis
5. Commissioner Comments/Announcements
Consent Agenda
6. Consider Approval of Draft September 21, 2023, Meeting Minutes
7. Consider Approval of 2024 meeting schedule
Regular Agenda
8. Public Comment on the National Heritage Area Management Plan – Blake Roberts
9. Discuss proposed greenwaste facility at Interstate 5 and Twin Cities Road – Bruce Blodgett
10. Receive Executive Director Report – Bruce Blodgett, Executive Director
11. Receive Delta as Place Report – yacht clubs and boating in the Delta – Morris Lum
12. Receive Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) Report – Anna Swenson (DPAC Chair)
13. Adjourn
Additional Information
If you have any questions or have a request for reasonable modification or accommodation due to a disability, please contact Debra Waltman at debra.waltman@delta.ca.gov or 530-650-6362. Attachments and additional information can be found on the Delta Protection Commission website: delta.ca.gov
Comments submitted to submit@delta.ca.gov by noon on September 21, 2023, will be shared with Commissioners prior to the meeting to the extent possible. Public comments on each agenda item will follow the order of: 1) emailed comments, 2) those verbally requesting to make comments after notice offered by Chair during meeting.
The agenda items listed above may be considered in a different order at the Commission meeting, subject to the discretion of the Chair. At the discretion of the Commission, all items appearing on this agenda, whether or not expressly listed for action, may be deliberated upon and may be subject to action. The Commission welcomes and encourages participation in its meetings. The Commission limits testimony to not more than three minutes per person, or more time at the discretion of the Chair.
Delta Protection Commission – Membership
Diane Burgis, Chair
Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors
John Vasquez, Vice Chair
Solano County Board of Supervisors
Oscar Villegas
Yolo County Board of Supervisors
Patrick Hume
Sacramento County Board of Supervisors
Steve Ding
San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors
Ron Kott
Cities of Contra Costa and Solano Counties
Paul Steele
Cities of Sacramento and Yolo Counties
Alan Nakanishi
Cities of San Joaquin County
Jim Paroli
Central Delta Reclamation Districts
Tom Slater
North Delta Reclamation Districts
Nick Mussi
South Delta Reclamation Districts
Toks Omishakin
CA State Transportation Agency
Karen Ross
CA Department of Food and Agriculture
Wade Crowfoot
CA Natural Resources Agency
Brian Bugsch
CA State Lands Commission
Ex Officio Members
Carlos Villapudua
California State Assembly
Susan Talamantes Eggman
California State Senate

Delta National Heritage Area Management Plan Advisory Committee
2023-10-12 15:00 - 17:00 | Sacramento Public Library, Walnut Grove Branch, 14177 Market Street, Walnut Grove, CA, 95690, United States
The Delta Protection Commission is the entity responsible for preparing a management plan for the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta National Heritage Area, which was created by Congress in 2019 (PDF). To advance that goal, the Commission created a 15-member volunteer NHA Management Plan Advisory Committee – read its charter (PDF) – to develop the plan.
The NHA Committee is scheduled to meet every month until the management plan is approved by the Secretary of the Interior. The next meeting will be held 3-5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 12. The agenda is as follows:
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
National Heritage Area Management Plan Advisory Committee (NHA Advisory Committee)
Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023 – 3:00 p.m.
Meeting Location
Sacramento Public Library, Walnut Grove Branch
14177 Market Street
Walnut Grove, CA 95690
Webcast
Meeting URL: Single Click
Meeting ID: 289 700 424 634
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Phone number: +1 (916) 573-2034
Access Code: 858 145 093 (press # after entering code)
Agenda

Call to Order – Bruce Blodgett, NHA Advisory Committee Chair
Public Comment – An opportunity for members of the public to address the NHA Advisory Committee regarding items not on the Agenda
NHA Advisory Committee Member Updates (10 mins.)
Outline of Management Plan Chapters – Nancy Morgan, Point Heritage Development Consulting (PointHDC) and Blake Roberts, Delta Protection Commission (20 mins.)
Requested Committee Guidance on Management Plan – Nancy Morgan, PointHDC and Blake Roberts, Delta Protection Commission (20 mins.)
Request for Management Plan Images – Nancy Morgan, PointHDC (10 mins.)
Member Announcements and Adjourn

If you have any questions or need reasonable accommodations due to a disability, please contact Delta Protection Commission at dpc@delta.ca.gov or (916) 375-4800. Additional information can be found on the Delta Protection Commission website: delta.ca.gov.
The agenda items listed above may be considered in a different order at the meeting, subject to the discretion of the Chair. At the discretion of the Committee, all items appearing on this agenda may be deliberated upon and may be subject to action. The Committee welcomes and encourages participation in its meetings.
National Heritage Area Advisory Committee members
Chair Bruce Blodgett, Vice Chair Elizabeth Patterson, Karen Buhr (Ex Officio), Michael Campbell, Lenora Clark, Herbert “Lou” Griffin (Ex Officio), Jeff Henderson (Ex Officio), Paulette Hennum, Matt Holmes, Douglas Hsia, Carol Jensen, Janet Lake, Matthew Moore (Ex Officio), Michael Moran (Ex Officio), Gia Moreno, Trevor Rice (Ex Officio), David Stuart, John Takekawa (Ex Officio), Malissa Tayaba, Jan Vick, Dan Whaley, Jean Yokotobi. In addition, other public agency representatives may also participate as ex-officio members.

Delta Protection Advisory Committee
2023-10-10 17:30 - 19:30 | Wimpys Marina Cafe, 14001 Walnut Grove, Walnut Grove, 95690
The Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) provides recommendations to the Delta Protection Commission on diverse interests within the Delta, including the Delta’s ecosystem, water supply, socioeconomic sustainability, recreation, agriculture, flood control, environment, water resources, utility infrastructure, and other Delta issues. This fifteen-member committee is appointed by the Commission and meets regularly; members serve three-year terms and may be re-appointed. Meetings are open to the public and everyone’s input is welcome. The Committee was created by the Delta Protection Act, Public Resources Code Section 29753(a). This is its Charter (PDF).
The October 2023 meeting has been rescheduled from Oct. 3 to Oct. 10.
Approved minutes for the Oct. 10, 2023, meeting (PDF)
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC)
Tuesday, October 10, 2023 – 5:30 p.m.
Wimpy’s Marina, Restaurant, Bar and RV Park
14001 W Walnut Grove Rd, Walnut Grove, CA 95690

Call to Order/Flag Salute/Welcome – Anna Swenson, DPAC Chair
Public Comment – An opportunity for members of the public to address the Committee regarding items not on the agenda
Approve April, June and August Meeting Notes – The Committee
Presentation on Broadband – Vice Chair Ryan
Discussion of Levee Funding – Bruce Blodgett
Receive update on Delta Protection Commission activities – Bruce Blodgett
Overview of Commission Policies and Strategies Relating to Aquatic Invasive Species – Virginia Gardiner
Member Announcements and Next Meeting
Adjourn

If you have any questions or need reasonable accommodations due to a disability, please contact Delta Protection Commission at dpc@delta.ca.gov or (916) 375-4800. Additional information can be found on the Delta Protection Commission website: https://delta.ca.gov/
The agenda items listed above may be considered in a different order at the meeting, subject to the discretion of the Chair. At the discretion of the Committee, all items appearing on this agenda may be deliberated upon and may be subject to action. The Committee welcomes and encourages participation in its meetings.
Delta Protection Advisory Committee members: Chair Anna Swenson (Delta general public); Vice-Chair Russ Ryan (Delta water exporter); Robyn Brown and Arron Pellarin (Delta business); Craig Watanabe and Gary Mello (Delta agriculture); Todd Bruce and Morris Lum (Delta recreation); Edward Hard and Erin Chappell (State agency); Chris Elias (Delta flood entity); Mariah Looney (Delta organization); Jim Cox (Delta habitat/conservation non-governmental entity); Sam Garcia (Delta utility/related infrastructure); and Douglas Hsia (Delta Cultural Preservation). In addition, other public agency representatives (California Department of Water Resources, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Delta Stewardship Council, Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy) also participate as ex-officio members.

Delta Waterway Cleanups
2023-09-23 09:00 - 12:00 | CA
The Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy is hosting Delta Waterway Cleanups on Sherman Island and the Brannan Island State Recreation Area. Click here to learn more, and to register.

Delta Protection Commission Meeting
2023-09-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Village West Marina, 6649 Embarcadero Dr, Stockton, CA
The Delta Protection Commission was created by the Delta Protection Act of 1992 (Act), codified in the Public Resources Code and most recently amended in November 2009.
The Act declared that the Delta is a natural resource of statewide, national, and international significance, containing irreplaceable resources, and that it is the policy of the State to recognize, preserve, and protect those resources of the Delta for the use and enjoyment of current and future generations, in a manner that protects and enhances the unique values of the Delta as an evolving place.
The Commission is a forum for Delta residents to engage in decisions regarding actions to recognize and enhance the unique cultural, recreational, and agricultural resources of the Delta. The Commission is also guided by regulations found in the California Code of Regulations, Title XIV, Division 9.
The Commission meets six times a year, in odd months, and the September 2023 meeting will be held Sept. 21 at 5 p.m. at The Village West Marina and Resort in Stockton.
The agenda is available in Spanish: Orden del día de la Comisión de Protección del Delta, en español (PDF). The agenda packet, which includes staff reports and available presentations, is available on request by emailing submit@delta.ca.gov.
The minutes for this meeting were approved Nov. 16, 2023.
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Commission
Thursday, September 21, 2023
5 p.m. to 7 p.m. (End time of the meeting is approximate)
Village West Marina and Resort
6649 Embarcadero Drive
Stockton, CA 95219
1. Call to order and Flag Salute
2. Welcome & Roll Call
3. Public Comment – an opportunity for members of the public to address the Commission regarding items not on the agenda
4. Report on Delta Stewardship Council Activities – Chair Diane Burgis
5. Commissioner Comments/Announcements
Consent Agenda
6. Consider Approval of Draft July 20, 2023 Meeting Minutes
Regular Agenda
7. National Heritage Area Management Plan update – Blake Roberts
8. Receive Executive Director Report – Bruce Blodgett, Executive Director
9. Receive Delta as Place Report – Jeff Wingfield, Port of Stockton
10. Receive Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) Report – Anna Swenson (DPAC Chair)
11. Consider amending DPAC Charter to add one tribal representative and one additional public member (PRC § 29753) – Bruce Blodgett, Executive Director
12. Bagley-Keene Training – Carlos Mejia (DOJ Attorney)
13. Adjourn

CANCELED - Delta National Heritage Area Management Plan Advisory Committee
2023-09-07 15:00 - 17:00 | CA
The Delta Protection Commission is the entity responsible for preparing a management plan for the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta National Heritage Area, which was created by Congress in 2019 (PDF). To advance that goal, the Commission created a 15-member volunteer NHA Management Plan Advisory Committee – read its charter (PDF) – to develop the plan.
The NHA Committee is scheduled to meet every month until the management plan is approved by the Secretary of the Interior. However, the meeting scheduled for Sept. 7 has been canceled.

Delta National Heritage Area Management Plan Advisory Committee
2023-08-03 15:00 - 17:00 | Delta Conservancy, 1450 Halyard Drive, Suite 6, West Sacramento, CA, 95691, United States
The Delta Protection Commission is the entity responsible for preparing a management plan for the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta National Heritage Area, which was created by Congress in 2019 (PDF). To advance that goal, the Commission created a 15-member volunteer NHA Management Plan Advisory Committee – read its charter (PDF) – to develop the plan.
The NHA Committee is scheduled to meet every month until the management plan is approved by the Secretary of the Interior.
Meeting location: Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy Conference Room 1450 Halyard Drive, Suite 6, West Sacramento
Additional teleconference locations:

Benicia City Hall, Commission Room, 250 East L Street Benicia
East Contra Costa Historical Museum Resource Center, 3890 Sellers Avenue, Brentwood
Isleton Chamber of Commerce, 23 Main Street, Isleton

Join the meeting via Zoom:

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Single Click Meeting ID: 814 4960 4541
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Agenda

Call to Order – Bruce Blodgett, NHA Advisory Committee Chair
Public Comment – An opportunity for members of the public to address the NHA Advisory Committee regarding items not on the Agenda
NHA Advisory Committee Member Updates (10 mins.)
Update on 1883 Clarksburg Schoolhouse Project – Mike Campbell, NHA Advisory Committee Member
Draft Resource Stewardship Objectives and Strategies – Nancy Morgan, Point Heritage Development Consulting (PointHDC) (15 mins.)
Draft Interpretive Plan – Blake Roberts, Delta Protection Commission (20 mins.)
Management Plan Schedule Update – Nancy Morgan, PointHDC and Blake Roberts, Delta Protection Commission (15 mins.)
Member Announcements and Adjourn

If you have any questions or need reasonable accommodations due to a disability, please contact Delta Protection Commission at dpc@delta.ca.gov or (916) 375-4800. Additional information can be found on the Delta Protection Commission website: delta.ca.gov
The agenda items listed above may be considered in a different order at the meeting, subject to the discretion of the Chair. At the discretion of the Committee, all items appearing on this agenda may be deliberated upon and may be subject to action. The Committee welcomes and encourages participation in its meetings.
National Heritage Area Advisory Committee members: Chair Bruce Blodgett, Vice Chair Elizabeth Patterson, Karen Buhr (Ex Officio), Michael Campbell, Lenora Clark, Herbert “Lou” Griffin (Ex Officio), Jeff Henderson (Ex Officio), Paulette Hennum, Matt Holmes, Douglas Hsia, Carol Jensen, Janet Lake, Matthew Moore (Ex Officio), Michael Moran (Ex Officio), Gia Moreno, Trevor Rice (Ex Officio), David Stuart, John Takekawa (Ex Officio), Malissa Tayaba, Jan Vick, Dan Whaley, Jean Yokotobi. In addition, other public agency representatives may also participate as ex-officio members.

Delta Protection Advisory Committee
2023-08-01 17:30 - 19:30 | Heringer Estates Winery, 37375 Netherlands Rd, Clarksburg, CA, 95612
The Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) provides recommendations to the Delta Protection Commission on diverse interests within the Delta, including the Delta’s ecosystem, water supply, socioeconomic sustainability, recreation, agriculture, flood control, environment, water resources, utility infrastructure, and other Delta issues. This fifteen-member committee is appointed by the Commission and meets regularly; members serve three-year terms and may be re-appointed. Meetings are open to the public and everyone’s input is welcome. The Committee was created by the Delta Protection Act, Public Resources Code Section 29753(a). This is its Charter (PDF).
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC)
Tuesday, August 1, 2023 – 5:30 p.m.
Heringer Estates Winery
37375 Neatherlands Road
Clarksburg, CA
1. Call to Order/Flag Salute/Welcome – Anna Swenson, DPAC Chair
2. Public Comment – An opportunity for members of the public to address the Committee regarding
items not on the agenda
3. Approve April and June Meeting Notes – The Committee – April Notes (PDF) and June Notes (PDF)
4. County Abandoned vessel programs – The Committee
5. Harmful algal blooms – The Committee
6. Invasive plant control presentation – Edward Hard, Boating and Waterways
7. Discussion of Levee Funding – Bruce Blodgett
8. Receive update on Delta Protection Commission activities – Bruce Blodgett
9. Adding a Delta Tribal and additional delta business representative – Bruce Blodgett
10. Member Announcements and Next Meeting
11. Adjourn
