National Heritage Area Advisory Committee
2024-10-31 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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 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

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 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.

National Heritage Area Advisory Committee
2024-12-06 10:00 - 12:00 | 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 Commission Meeting
2024-12-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Delta Conservancy, 1450 Halyard Drive, Suite 6, West Sacramento, CA, 95691, United States
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Commission
Meeting packet (PDF)
Thursday, December 12, 2024, 5-7 p.m. (end time is approximate)
Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy Conference Room
1450 Halyard Drive, Suite 6, West Sacramento
(Main meeting location)
This meeting will be conducted in a hybrid format. Members of the public can choose to participate either via Microsoft Teams or in person at the location listed above.
Delta Protection Commission members will be participating virtually from the following publicly accessible locations. Members of the public may participate from these locations.
Teleconference Location #1: 4582 Pine Valley Circle, Stockton, CA
Teleconference Location #2: 1806 W. Kettleman Lane, Suite L, Lodi, CA
Teleconference Location #3: 4720 S. Dudley Street, Littleton, CO
To join the online Microsoft Teams meeting:
Join the meeting now
Meeting ID: 287 122 984 241
Passcode: yT3rn9hW
Questions and public comment can be directed to dpc@delta.ca.gov prior to the meeting.
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 Ex-Officio Appointments to the National Heritage Area Advisory Committee (NHAAC) – Blake Roberts, Program Manager
Consider Approval of the Final NHA Management Plan Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes and Committee Closeout – Blake Roberts, Program Manager
Consider Comments to the Department of Water Resources on its Geotechnical Activities for the Delta Conveyance Project – Bruce Blodgett, Executive Director
Consider Participation in the Delta Stewardship Council’s Appeal of the Department of Water Resources’ Certification of Consistency for its Geotechnical Activities for the Delta Conveyance Project – 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 December 11, 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 | TBD, CA State Lands Commission
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Carlos Villapudua, California State Assembly | Susan Talamantes Eggman, California State Senate

Delta Protection Commission Meeting
2025-01-16 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, January 16, 2025, 5-7 p.m. (end time is approximate)
Sacramento Yacht Club, 3365 Chicory Loop, West Sacramento, CA
Orden del día (Spanish version)
Meeting packet with staff reports (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

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 December 12, 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)
Executive Director’s Report – Bruce Blodgett, Executive Director
Consider Approval of the 2024 Annual Report – Bruce Blodgett, Executive Director
Presentation on Striped Bass Slot Limit Proposal – Dr. David Ostrach
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 January 15, 2025, 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 | TBD, San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors | Anissa Williams, Cities of Contra Costa and Solano counties | TBD, 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: TBD, California State Assembly | TBD, California State Senate

Delta Protection Advisory Committee
2025-02-11 17:30 - 19:30 | Clarksburg School House – park on River Road side, 36397 N Center St, Clarksburg, CA, 95612
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Advisory Committee
Tuesday, February 11, 2025, 5:30 p.m.
Clarksburg Schoolhouse
36397 North Center Street (parking on River Road side)
Clarksburg, CA 95612
Meeting 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 December 3, 2024, Meeting Minutes
Update on Delta Protection Commission activities – Bruce Blodgett
Striped Bass Slot Limit Proposal Update ؘ– Jim Cox
National Heritage Area Update – Blake Roberts, Program Manager
Clarksburg Branch Line Extension Update – Virginia Gardiner, Program Manager
Clarksburg Schoolhouse Update – Mike Campbell, Friends of the 1883 Clarksburg Schoolhouse Board Director
Freeport Memorial and Park Update – Janet Lake, Board Member of Freeport Citizens Community Association
Levee Issues Update – Lisa Kirk, Bethel Island Reclamation District Board Member
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 February 10, 2025, 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 Gerry Goodie Memorial Seat) | Vice Chair Russ Ryan (Delta Water Exporter) | Arron Pellarin and Emily Pappalardo (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
2025-02-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Delta Conservancy, 1450 Halyard Drive, Suite 6, West Sacramento, CA, 95691, United States
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Commission
2/25/2025 orden del día (Spanish translation)
Tuesday, February 25, 2025, 5-7 p.m. (end time is approximate)
Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy Conference Room
1450 Halyard Drive, Suite 6, West Sacramento, CA 95691
(Main Meeting Location)
Oakley City Hall
Council Antechambers
3231 Main Street, Oakley, CA 94561
(Teleconference Location)
Mohan Harris Ruiz LLP
1806 W. Kettleman Lane, Suite L,
Lodi, CA 95242
(Teleconference Location)
California Natural Resources Agency
715 P Street, 20th Floor,
Sacramento, CA 95814
(Teleconference Location)
Lafayette Library
3491 Mount Diablo Blvd.,
Lafayette, CA 94549
(Teleconference Location)
Delta Farms Reclamation District No. 2030
5555 Zuckerman Road
Stockton, CA 95206
(Teleconference Location)
Isleton City Hall
101 2nd Street
Isleton, CA 95641
(Teleconference Location)
Join the meeting now
Meeting ID: 217 269 978 156
Passcode: xQ2HZ32n
Dial in by phone:+1 916-573-2034,,590436085#
(Online Microsoft Teams meeting)
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 employment, evaluation of performance, or dismissal of the Executive Director. This closed session is authorized by Government Code section 11126, subdivision (a)(1).
If necessary, the Delta Protection Commission may meet in closed session to consider the appointment of an Interim Executive Director. This closed session is authorized by Government Code section 11126, subdivision (a)(1).
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 February 24, 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 | Sonny Dhaliwal, San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors | Anissa Williams, Cities of Contra Costa and Solano counties | David Kent, 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 | TBD, CA State Lands Commission
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Rhodesia Ransom, California State Assembly | Jerry McNerney, California State Senate

National Heritage Area Advisory Committee
2025-02-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Peter’s Steakhouse, 203 2nd Street, Isleton, CA, 95641, United States
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
National Heritage Area Advisory Committee
Wednesday, February 26, 2025, 1 p.m.
Peter’s Steakhouse
203 2nd St, Isleton, CA 95641
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 December 6, 2024, Meeting Minutes
Update on NHA Activities – Blake Roberts
Tourism Branding and Marketing Plan – Blake Roberts and Kira O’Donnell
NPS Annual Program Report – Blake Roberts
Delta Heritage Forum Analysis – Blake Roberts
Discover the Delta – Margit Aramburu
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 February 25, 2025, 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 | Karen Buhr, Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy | Jeff Henderson, Delta Stewardship Council | Mike 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.
ALTERNATE MEMBERS:
Paulette Hennum | Douglas Hsia | Janet Lake | Gia Moreno

Delta Protection Commission Meeting
2025-03-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Stockton Hilton Hotel, 2323 Grand Canal Blvd, Stockton, 95207
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Commission

Meeting packet (PDF) – includes staff reports
Item 7 Staff Report (PDF)
Delta National Heritage Area Management Plan (Item 11, 26.4MB PDF)
Socioeconomic Indicators Update (Item 13, PDF)
Orden del día (Spanish version of agenda)

Thursday, March 20, 2025, 5-7 p.m. (end time is approximate)
Stockton Hilton
2323 Grand Canal Blvd.
Stockton, CA 95207
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).
The Delta Protection Commission will meet in closed session to consider the appointment of a permanent Executive Director. This closed session is authorized by Government Code section 11126, subdivision (a)(1).

Consent Agenda

Approval of Draft January 16, 2025, and February 25, 2025, Meeting Minutes
Approval of salary and conditions of employment for the Interim Executive Director

Regular Agenda

Report on Delta Stewardship Council Activities – Chair Diane Burgis
Report on Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) Activities – Anna Swenson (DPAC Chair)
Executive Director’s Report – Dan Ray, Interim Executive Director
Consider Approval of the National Heritage Area Management Plan – Blake Roberts, Program Manager
Consider Approval of the National Heritage Area Partnership Program Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and consider delegation of authority to approve future MOUs to the Executive Director – Blake Roberts, Program Manager
Socioeconomic Indicators Report – Virginia Gardiner, Program Manager
Delta as Place Presentation, the Delta’s people and scenic landscapes – Rich Turner, founder and publisher of Soundings Magazine
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 19, 2025, 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 | Sonny Dhaliwal, San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors | Anissa Williams, Cities of Contra Costa and Solano counties | David Kent, 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 | TBD, CA State Lands Commission
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Rhodesia Ransom, California State Assembly | Jerry McNerney, California State Senate

Delta Protection Advisory Committee
2025-04-01 17:30 - 19:30 | Hood Supply Co., 10761 River Road, Courtland, CA, 95639, United States
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Advisory Committee
Tuesday, April 1, 2025, 5:30 p.m.
Hood Supply Co
10761 River Road, Courtland, CA 95639
Meeting packet (PDF)
Agenda

Call to Order/Flag Salute – Anna Swenson, DPAC Chair
Welcome and Roll Call – Introductions with a Special Welcome to the New Interim Executive Director
Public Comment – An opportunity for members of the public to address the Committee regarding items not on the agenda.
Approval of February 11, 2025, Meeting Minutes
4 Funding Guidance – Campbell Ingram, Delta Conservancy
Update on Delta Protection Commission activities – Dan Ray
Freeport Trail Update – Janet Lake
Great Valley Farm Water Partnership Overview – Russ Ryan
Angel’s Recovery Dive Team – Juan Heredia
Feral Cats in the Delta – Lisa Kirk
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 March 31, 2025, 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 Gerry Goodie Memorial Seat) | Vice Chair Russ Ryan (Delta Water Exporter) | Arron Pellarin and Emily Pappalardo (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.

National Heritage Area Advisory Committee
2025-04-23 13:00 - 15:00 | Big Break Center Meeting Room, 69 Big Break Rd,, Oakley, CA
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
National Heritage Area Advisory Committee
Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 1 p.m.
Big Break Visitor Center
69 Big Break Road, Oakley, CA 94561
Meeting Packet with Staff Reports and Attachments (PDF)
Agenda

Call to Order – Dan Ray, 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 February 26, 2025, Meeting Minutes
Update on NHA Activities – Blake Roberts
Consider Establishment of Water Tour Ad Hoc Task Group – Blake Roberts
Partnership and Passport Program Update – Rachel Vanderwerff
Discuss America 250/California 175/Anza 250 Commemoration and Consider Establishment of Delta 250 Ad Hoc Task Group – Blake Roberts
Discuss Next Steps for Delta Heritage Forum – Kira O’Donnell
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 April 22, 2025, 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 Dan Ray | 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 | Karen Buhr, Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy | Jeff Henderson, Delta Stewardship Council | Mike 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.
ALTERNATE MEMBERS:
Paulette Hennum | Douglas Hsia | Janet Lake | Gia Moreno

Delta Protection Commission Meeting
2025-05-15 17:00 - 19:00 | Oakley Recreation Center, 1250 O’Hara Ave., Oakley, 94561, United States
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Commission

Meeting packet (PDF) – agenda, staff reports, and attachments combined into one document
Orden del día (Spanish version of agenda)

Thursday, May 15, 2025, 5-7 p.m. (end time is approximate)
Oakley Recreation Center
1250 O’Hara Ave, Oakley, CA 94561
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 March 20, 2025, Meeting Minutes
Approval of Tourism, Branding, and Marketing Contract

Regular Agenda

Report on Delta Stewardship Council Activities – Chair Diane Burgis
Report on Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) Activities – Anna Swenson (DPAC Chair)
Executive Director’s Report – Dan Ray, Interim Executive Director
Consider Appointments to Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) – Dan Ray, Interim Executive Director
Consider Approval of DPAC Charter revision– Dan Ray, Interim Executive Director
Consider DPC Staff Return-To-Office Policy – Dan Ray, Interim Executive Director
Consider Six-Month Work Priorities – Dan Ray, Interim Executive Director
Delta Leadership Program Graduation – Erik Vink, DLP Coordinator
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 14, 2025, 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 | Sonny Dhaliwal, San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors | Anissa Williams, Cities of Contra Costa and Solano counties | David Kent, 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 | TBD, CA State Lands Commission
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Rhodesia Ransom, California State Assembly | Jerry McNerney, California State Senate

Delta Protection Advisory Committee
2025-06-03 17:30 - 19:30 | Rio Vista Veterans Memorial Building, 610 St Francis Way, Rio Vista, CA, 94571, United States
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Advisory Committee
Tuesday, June 3, 2025, 5:30 p.m.
Veterans Memorial Hall
610 Francis Way, Rio Vista, CA 94571
Agenda packet (PDF) (includes staff reports and attachments)
Agenda

Call to Order/Flag Salute – Anna Swenson, DPAC Chair
Welcome and Roll Call
Welcome New Members Jerred Dixon and Jeffrey Twitchell
Public Comment – An opportunity for members of the public to address the Committee regarding items not on the agenda.
Approval of April 1, 2025, Meeting Minutes
Election of Chair and Vice Chair 2025/2026 – The Committee
Updated DPAC Charter and DPC Six-month Priorities– Dan Ray
Report on Impacts of Habitat, Flood Control, and Ecosystem Projects on Agricultural Land – Dan Ray
Golden Mussel Presentation – Cesar Blanco, USFWS Aquatic Invasive Species Coordinator, Pacific Southwest Regional Office
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 June 2, 2025, 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 Gerry Goodie Memorial Seat) | Vice Chair Russ Ryan (Delta Water Exporter) | Arron Pellarin and Emily Pappalardo (Delta Business) | Craig Watanabe (Delta Agriculture) | Todd Bruce and Morris Lum (Delta Recreation) | Edward Hard and Erin Chappell (State Agency) | Jeffrey Twitchell (Delta Flood Entity) | Mariah Looney (Delta Organization) | Jerred Dixon (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.

National Heritage Area Advisory Committee
2025-06-25 13:00 - 15:00 | Solano Transportation Authority, 423 Main Street, Suisun City, 94585, United States
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
National Heritage Area Advisory Committee
Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 1 p.m.
Solano Transportation Authority Board Room
423 Main Street, Suisun City, CA 94585
Meeting packet – agenda and staff reports in one PDF
Agenda

Call to Order – Dan Ray, 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 April 23, 2025, Meeting Minutes
Update on NHA Activities – Blake Roberts
First Congressional Church Bell Project – Dwayne Eubanks, Project Lead
Report on Delta 250 Ad Hoc Task Group – Task Group
Report on Water Tour Ad Hoc Task Group – Task Group
Partnership and Passport Program Update and Provide Direction on Passport Site Criteria – Blake Roberts
Federal Funding and Work Plan– Blake Roberts
Consider New Meeting Date for August – Dan Ray
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 24, 2025, 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 Dan Ray | 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 | Karen Buhr, Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy | Jeff Henderson, Delta Stewardship Council | Mike 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.
ALTERNATE MEMBERS:
Paulette Hennum | Douglas Hsia | Janet Lake | Gia Moreno

Delta Farmland Conversion Impact Workshop
2025-07-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Tess’ Community Farm Kitchen, 8091 Balfour Road, Brentwood, CA, United States
Sign Up Here
Agriculture is a cornerstone of the Delta economy, and changes to farmland use can create challenges for those who rely on it.
Preliminary research by Delta Protection Commission staff suggests that more Delta farmland is being converted for habitat and flood management projects than for urban development. Additional conversions are planned.
We are preparing a report to better understand the scale and impacts of these changes and to offer practical, achievable recommendations to prevent negative impacts.
To ensure the report reflects the experiences of those most affected, we want to hear from farmers, reclamation districts, and other affected parties. How has your land, farming operation or reclamation district infrastructure been affected, or how might it be in the future?
Workshop dates, times and locations are:

Workshop 1: 1-3 p.m. Tuesday, July 15, Tess’ Community Farm Kitchen, 8091 Balfour Road, Brentwood.
Workshop 2: 1-3 p.m. Thursday, July 17, The Point Restaurant, 120 Marina Drive, Rio Vista.

To attend, please use this sign-up form so we can ensure adequate seating is available at each workshop.
Your input will be included in the final report, “Delta Farmland Conversions: Water Supply, Flood Control, and Habitat Projects,” which we anticipate presenting to the Delta Protection Commission in September.

Delta Farmland Conversion Impact Workshop
2025-07-17 13:00 - 15:00 | The Point Restaurant, 120 Marina Drive, Rio Vista, CA, 94571, United States

Delta Protection Commission Meeting
2025-07-17 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, July 17, 2025, 5-7 p.m. (end time is approximate)
The Point Restaurant
120 Marina Dr, Rio Vista, CA 94571
Meeting packet – agenda, staff reports, and attachments in one document (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 15, 2025, 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)
Report on National Heritage Area Advisory Committee (NHAAC) Activities – Elizabeth Patterson (NHAAC Vice Chair)
Executive Director’s Report – Dan Ray, Interim Executive Director
Consider Approval of Appointment to Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) – Dan Ray, Interim Executive Director
Consider Approval of Striped Bass Slot Limit Proposal Letter – Virginia Gardiner, Program Manager
Delta Farmland Conversions: Water Supply, Flood Control, and Habitat Projects – Rachel Vanderwerff, Senior Environmental Planner
Delta Conveyance Project Update – Janet Barbieri, Department of Water Resources
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 16, 2025, 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 | Sonny Dhaliwal, San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors | Anissa Williams, Cities of Contra Costa and Solano counties | David Kent, Cities of Sacramento and Yolo Counties | Cameron Bregman, 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 | TBD, CA State Lands Commission
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Rhodesia Ransom, California State Assembly | Jerry McNerney, California State Senate

Executive Director Selection Ad Hoc Committee
2025-07-23 13:30 - 14:30 | Delta Protection Commission, 2101 Stone Blvd., West Sacramento, CA, 95961, United States
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Commission
Executive Director Selection Ad Hoc Committee
Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 1:30-2:30 p.m. (end time is approximate)
2101 Stone Blvd, Suite 200
West Sacramento, CA 95691
NOTICE OF CONTINUANCE
At its meeting on July 23, 2025, the Executive Director Selection Ad Hoc Committee of the Delta Protection Commission determined to continue the meeting to a future date and time for further discussion.
The continued meeting will be held as follows:
Date: Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: 2101 Stone Blvd, Suite 200, West Sacramento, CA 95691
This continuance is made pursuant to Government Code sections 11128.5 and 11129. A copy of this notice is being posted within 24 hours of the original meeting adjournment.
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. Additional information can be found on the Delta Protection Commission website: delta.ca.gov.

Notice of Remote Participation
Pursuant to Government Code section 11123.5, members of the Committee will participate remotely in this meeting. The public will have the same level of remote access.
Join Zoom Meeting
Password: 699069
Meeting URL: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89423484620?pwd=AUbfopkGSohxvkbKgbXj8A82b66vwk.1
Join by Telephone
Dial: USA 404 443 6397
USA 877 336 1831 (US Toll Free)
Conference code: 473786
Agenda

Call to order
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 Executive Director Selection Ad Hoc Committee will meet in closed session to consider candidates for the Executive Director position. This closed session is authorized by Government Code section 11126, subdivision (a)(1).
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 22, 2025, 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.
Executive Director Selection Ad Hoc Committee Members
Diane Burgis, DPC Chair, Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors | Oscar Villegas, Yolo County Board of Supervisors | Patrick Hume, Sacramento County Board of Supervisors | | Tom Slater, North Delta Reclamation Districts | Gloria Sandoval, CA Natural Resources Agency

Delta Protection Advisory Committee
2025-08-05 17:30 - 19:30 | Staten Island, 20250 N. Staten Island Rd, Thornton, CA, 95686, United States
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Advisory Committee
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 5:30 p.m.
Staten Island, 20250 N. Staten Island Rd., Thornton, CA 95686
Agenda packet – agenda, staff reports, attachments (PDF)
Agenda

Call to Order/Flag Salute – Anna Swenson, DPAC Chair
Welcome New Member 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 3, 2025, Meeting Minutes
Update on Delta Protection Commission activities – Dan Ray
Consider Waterways Cleanup Task Group – The Committee
Consider Task Groups on Agriculture, Delta Conveyance, and Rivers and Levees – The Committee
Report on Delta Tunnel National Historic Preservation Act Section 106 Programmatic Agreement – Virginia Gardiner
Update on State Water Resources Control Board Actions in the Delta– Jay Ziegler, Delta Watermaster, State Water Resources Control Board
Update on South Delta Sediment Remediation – Russ Ryan
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 4, 2025, 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 Gerry Goodie Memorial Seat) | Vice Chair Russ Ryan (Delta Water Exporter) | Arron Pellarin and Emily Pappalardo (Delta Business) | Craig Watanabe and Jeff Iniguez (Delta Agriculture) | Todd Bruce and Morris Lum (Delta Recreation) | Edward Hard and Erin Chappell (State Agency) | Jeffrey Twitchell (Delta Flood Entity) | Mariah Looney (Delta Organization) | Jerred Dixon (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 - Executive Director Final Interviews
2025-08-06 08:30 - 13:00 | Delta Conservancy, 1450 Halyard Drive, Suite 6, West Sacramento, CA, 95691, United States
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Commission
Executive Director Final Interviews
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (end time is approximate)
Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy Conference Room
1450 Halyard Drive, Suite 6, West Sacramento 95691
(Main Meeting Location)
Solano County Government Office
675 Texas St., Ste. 6002
Fairfield, CA 94533
(Teleconference Location)
San Joaquin County Administration Building
44 N San Joaquin St, Ste 627
Stockton, CA 95202
(Teleconference Location)
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 candidates for the Executive Director position. This closed session is authorized by Government Code section 11126, subdivision (a)(1).
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 August 5, 2025, 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 | Sonny Dhaliwal, San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors | Anissa Williams, Cities of Contra Costa and Solano counties | David Kent, Cities of Sacramento and Yolo Counties | Cameron Bregman, 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 | TBD, CA State Lands Commission
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Rhodesia Ransom, California State Assembly | Jerry McNerney, California State Senate

CANCELED - Delta Protection Commission Meeting
2025-08-18 09:00 - 10:00 | California Natural Resources Agency, 715 P Street, Room 20-201, Sacramento, CA, 95814, United States
CANCELED
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Commission
Executive Director Appointment
Monday, August 18, 2025, 9-10 a.m. (end time is approximate)
California Natural Resources Agency
715 P Street, Room 20-201
Sacramento, CA 95814
(Main Meeting Location)
Contra Costa County Government Office
3361 Walnut Boulevard, Suite 140
Brentwood, CA 94513
(Teleconference Location)
San Joaquin County Administration Building
44 N San Joaquin St, Ste 627
Stockton, CA 95202
(Teleconference Location)
Solano County Government Office
675 Texas St., Ste. 6002
Fairfield, CA 94533
(Teleconference Location)
Lafayette Library
3491 Mount Diablo Blvd.,
Lafayette, CA 94549
(Teleconference Location)
Hampton Inn Del Mar
11920 El Camino Road
San Diego, CA 92130
(Teleconference Location)
Sacramento County Administration Building
700 H Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
(Teleconference Location)
Delta Farms Reclamation District No. 2030
5555 Zuckerman Road
McDonald Island, CA 95206
(Teleconference Location)
Join Zoom Meeting
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Join by Telephone Dial: USA 404 443 6397
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Agenda packet – agenda and staff report (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
Consider the appointment and salary of an Executive Director.
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 August 15, 2025, 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 | Sonny Dhaliwal, San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors | Anissa Williams, Cities of Contra Costa and Solano counties | David Kent, Cities of Sacramento and Yolo Counties | Cameron Bregman, 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 | TBD, CA State Lands Commission
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Rhodesia Ransom, California State Assembly | Jerry McNerney, California State Senate

National Heritage Area Advisory Committee
2025-08-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Benicia Capitol State Historic Park, 114 West G St., Benicia, CA, 94510, United States
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
National Heritage Area Advisory Committee
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 10 a.m. (Tour) and 1:00 p.m. (Meeting)
Benicia Capitol State Historic Park
114 West G Street, Benicia, CA 94510
Meeting packet – agenda and staff reports (PDF)
Item 4: Draft 6/25/2025 minutes
Tour of Benicia Arsenal departing from Benicia Capitol State Historic Park – 10 a.m.

Benicia Clock Tower, 189 Washington Street, Benicia, CA
Commanding Officer’s Quarters, 1 Washington Street, Benicia, CA
Museum of History Benicia, Arsenal Galleries, 2600 Camel Road, Benicia, CA

Agenda – 1 p.m.

Call to Order – Dan Ray, 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 the June 25, 2025, Meeting Minutes
Update on NHA Activities – Blake Roberts
Tourism Branding and Marketing Plan – Kira O’Donnell and Blake Roberts
Benicia History Discussion
Report on Delta 250 Ad Hoc Task Group – Task Group
Report on and Extend Term of Water Tour Ad Hoc Task Group – Task Group
Report on Proposition 4 Funding – Karen Buhr, Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy
Partnership and Passport Program Update – Blake Roberts
Business Partnerships – Blake Roberts
Federal Funding Update – Blake Roberts
Delta Heritage Forum Planning – Kira O’Donnell and 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 August 19, 2025, 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 Dan Ray | 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 | Karen Buhr, Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy | Jeff Henderson, Delta Stewardship Council | Mike Moran, East Bay Regional Park District | Trevor Rice, National Park Service | Desmond Mackell, Suisun Resource Conservation District. Other public agency representatives may also participate as ex-officio members.
ALTERNATE MEMBERS:
Paulette Hennum | Douglas Hsia | Janet Lake | Gia Moreno

Delta Protection Commission Meeting
2025-09-04 11:00 - 12:00 | California Natural Resources Agency, 715 P Street, Room 20-201, Sacramento, CA, 95814, United States
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Commission
Executive Director Selection
Thursday, September 4, 2025, 11 a.m.-noon (end time is approximate)
California Natural Resources Agency
715 P Street, Room 02-221
Sacramento, CA 95814
(Main Meeting Location)
Contra Costa County Government Office
3361 Walnut Boulevard, Suite 140
Brentwood, CA 94513
(Teleconference Location)
Novo Nordisk Foundation
Tuborg Havnevej 19, 2900 Hellerup
Denmark
(Teleconference Location)
Solano County Government Office
675 Texas St., Ste. 6002
Fairfield, CA 94533
(Teleconference Location)
State Lands Commission
100 Howe Avenue, Suite 100
Sacramento, CA 95814
(Teleconference Location)
Slater Farms Inc.
36721 Netherlands Rd
Clarksburg, Ca. 95612
(Teleconference Location)
CDFA Building
1220 N Street,
Sacramento, CA 95814
(Teleconference Location)
San Joaquin County Administration Building
44 N San Joaquin St, Ste 627
Stockton, CA 95202
(Teleconference Location)
Delta Farms Reclamation District No. 2030
5555 Zuckerman Road
McDonald Island, CA 95206
(Teleconference Location)
Members of the public are invited to participate from the main meeting location or any of the teleconferenced locations.
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 – The Delta Protection Commission will meet in closed session to consider candidates for the Executive Director position. This closed session is authorized by Government Code section 11126, subdivision (a)(1).
Discussion regarding salary for the Executive Director and any additional direction regarding subsequent steps in the hiring process.
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 3, 2025, 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 | Sonny Dhaliwal, San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors | Anissa Williams, Cities of Contra Costa and Solano counties | David Kent, Cities of Sacramento and Yolo Counties | Cameron Bregman, 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 | TBD, CA State Lands Commission
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Rhodesia Ransom, California State Assembly | Jerry McNerney, California State Senate

Delta Protection Commission Meeting
2025-09-18 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 18, 2025, 5-7 p.m. (end time is approximate)
West Sacramento Community Center
1075 West Capitol Ave, West Sacramento, CA 95691
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

Closed Session Agenda

The Commission will meet in closed session to interview candidates for the Executive Director position and to consider and take possible action on the appointment of an Executive Director. This closed session is authorized by Government Code section 11126, subdivision (a)(1).
If necessary, the Commission may meet in closed session to consider and take possible action on the appointment of an Interim Executive Director. This closed session is authorized by Government Code section 11126, subdivision (a)(1).

After the closed session, the Commission will reconvene in open session and make any required report.
Consent Agenda

Approval of Draft Meeting Minutes:

July 17, 2025
August 6, 2025
September 4, 2025
Executive Director Selection Ad Hoc Committee:

July 23, 2025
July 29, 2025

Consider Appointments to the National Heritage Area Advisory Committee

Regular Agenda

Discussion and possible action regarding appointment and salary for the Executive Director and subsequent steps in the hiring process.
Report on Delta Stewardship Council Activities – Chair Diane Burgis
Report on Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) Activities – Anna Swenson (DPAC Chair)
Executive Director’s Report – Dan Ray, Interim 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 September 17, 2025, 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 | Sonny Dhaliwal, San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors | Anissa Williams, Cities of Contra Costa and Solano counties | David Kent, Cities of Sacramento and Yolo Counties | Cameron Bregman, 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 | TBD, CA State Lands Commission
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Rhodesia Ransom, California State Assembly | Jerry McNerney, California State Senate

CANCELED - Delta Protection Advisory Committee
2025-10-07 17:30 - 19:30
This meeting has been canceled.
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).
Delta Protection Advisory Committee Members
Chair Anna Swenson and Katherine Wiley (Delta General Public Gerry Goodie Memorial Seat) | Vice Chair Russ Ryan (Delta Water Exporter) | Arron Pellarin and Emily Pappalardo (Delta Business) | Craig Watanabe and Jeff Iniguez (Delta Agriculture) | Todd Bruce and Morris Lum (Delta Recreation) | Edward Hard and Erin Chappell (State Agency) | Jeffrey Twitchell (Delta Flood Entity) | Mariah Looney (Delta Organization) | Jerred Dixon (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.

National Heritage Area Advisory Committee
2025-10-29 13:00 - 15:00 | Big Break Visitor Center, 69 Big Break Rd, Oakley, CA, 94561
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
National Heritage Area Advisory Committee
Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 1 p.m.
Big Break Visitor Center
69 Big Break Road Oakley, CA
Meeting packet – agenda and staff reports combined (PDF)
Agenda

Call to Order – Amanda Bohl, NHA Advisory Committee Chair
Welcome and Roll Call — Introductions with a Special Welcome to the New Executive Director
Public Comment – An opportunity for members of the public to address the NHA Advisory Committee regarding items not on the agenda
Approval of August 20, 2025, Meeting Minutes
Update on NHA Activities – Blake Roberts and Kira O’Donnell
Tourism Branding and Marketing Plan – Maggie Giordanengo, Meghan Leno, and Ash Rodseth of Honey Agency, Inc.
Membership of Tourism and Marketing Plan-Related Advisory Task Groups – Amanda Bohl
Recognition of Past Committee Members – Blake Roberts
Report on Delta 250 Ad Hoc Task Group – Task Group
Report on Water Tour Ad Hoc Task Group – Task Group
Partnership and Passport Program Update – 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 28, 2025, 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 Amanda Bohl | 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 | Karen Buhr, Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy | Jeff Henderson, Delta Stewardship Council | Mike Moran, East Bay Regional Park District | Trevor Rice, National Park Service | Desmond Mackell, Suisun Resource Conservation District. Other public agency representatives may also participate as ex-officio members.
ALTERNATE MEMBERS:
Douglas Hsia | Janet Lake | Gia Moreno | Jennifer Chapman | LeighAnn Davis

Delta Protection Commission Meeting
2025-11-03 17:00 - 19:00 | Delta Conservancy, 1450 Halyard Drive, Suite 6, West Sacramento, CA, 95691, United States
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Commission
Monday, November 3, 2025, 5-7 p.m. (end time is approximate)
Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy Conference Room
1450 Halyard Drive, Suite 6, West Sacramento CA
Meeting packet (PDF)
Webcast via TEAMS
Join the meeting now
Meeting ID: 286 017 851 259 0
Passcode: C4nJ9D59
Phone number: +1 916-573-2034
Access code: 352423131#
Agenda

Call to order and Flag Salute
Welcome Executive Director Amanda Bohl & 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 18, 2025, Meeting Minutes

Regular Agenda

Report on Delta Stewardship Council Activities – Chair Diane Burgis
Report on Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) Activities – DPAC Chair Anna Swenson
Executive Director’s Report – Amanda Bohl, Executive Director
Approval of 2026 Meeting Schedule – Amanda Bohl, Executive Director
Consideration and Potential Approval of Proposed Consent Agreement with Department of Justice and Delegation of Authority to the Executive Director to Execute the Agreement – Amanda Bohl, Executive Director and Nicole Rinke, Counsel
Discussion Regarding the Department of Water Resource’s Submittal of a Certification of Consistency for the Delta Conveyance Project to the Delta Stewardship Council on October 17, 2025, and the Commission’s Procedural Options for a Potential Response – Virginia Gardiner, 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 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. For each agenda item, the Commission will invite public comment; comment will be limited to not more than three minutes per person, or more time at the discretion of the Chair. Meeting materials will be made available on the Commission’s website prior to the meeting. Hard copies will also be available at the in-person meeting location.
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 2, 2025, 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 | Sonny Dhaliwal, San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors | Anissa Williams, Cities of Contra Costa and Solano counties | David Kent, Cities of Sacramento and Yolo Counties | Cameron Bregman, 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 | TBD, CA State Lands Commission
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Rhodesia Ransom, California State Assembly | Jerry McNerney, California State Senate

Delta Protection Commission Meeting
2025-11-13 17:00 - 19:00 | The Willow Ballroom, 10724 California 160, Hood, CA, 95639
PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING AGENDA
Delta Protection Commission
***IMPORTANT NOTE: Some items on this agenda were continued to Nov. 17. Read the Notice of Continuance to Nov. 17 here. The notice includes new location and remote participation information.***
Amended 11/4/25
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 5-7 p.m. (end time is approximate)
The Willow Ballroom, 10724 California 160, Hood, CA

Meeting packet – combined agenda and staff reports (PDF)
Item 10 Attachment 2 (PDF)
Letter to Commission from Delta Caucus of the Legislature (PDF)

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. Presentation of award by Sacramento Valley Section, American Planning Association for the National Heritage Area Management Plan – Blake Roberts, Program Manager
Closed Session Agenda
5. The Commission will meet in closed session to discuss potential litigation pursuant to Government Code, Section 11126(e)(2)(B), (e)(2)(C).
Consent Agenda
6. Approval of Draft November 3, 2025, Meeting Minutes
Regular Agenda
7. Approval of 2026 Meeting Schedule (if not acted on at 11/3/25 Commission meeting) – Amanda Bohl, Executive Director (action taken on 11/3/25)
8. Consideration and Potential Approval of Proposed Consent Agreement with Department of Justice and Delegation of Authority to the Executive Director to Execute the Agreement (if not acted on at 11/3/25 Commission meeting) – Amanda Bohl, Executive Director and Nicole Rinke, Counsel (action taken on 11/3/25)
9. Review of the Delta Conveyance Project’s Benefit-Cost Assessment and Economic Implications – Dr. Jeff Michael, Director, Bureau of Business and Economic Research, University of Montana
10. Consideration, potential approval, and direction to staff, including any delegation as appropriate, on Commission response to the Department of Water Resource’s Submittal of a Certification of Consistency for the Delta Conveyance Project to the Delta Stewardship Council on October 17, 2025, including four potential options:
a. Filing appeal with the Delta Stewardship Council;
b. Submitting comments to the Delta Stewardship Council on any appeals filed by others;
c. Filing appeal with Delta Stewardship Council and submitting comments to the Delta Stewardship Council on any appeals filed by others;
d. Taking no action.
– Virginia Gardiner, Program Manager
11. Commissioner Comments/Announcements
12. 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 12, 2025, 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 | Sonny Dhaliwal, San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors | Anissa Williams, Cities of Contra Costa and Solano counties | David Kent, Cities of Sacramento and Yolo Counties | Cameron Bregman, 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 | TBD, CA State Lands Commission
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Rhodesia Ransom, California State Assembly | Jerry McNerney, California State Senate
