Delta Happenings
Your Weekly Delta Updates
In this issue...
- Attend the Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) Meeting
- Join the Delta Stewardship Council Meeting
- Plan a detour around the State Route 12 closure
- Learn how to prevent the spread of Aquatic Invasive Species
- Have fun at All Abilities Day at Big Break Regional Shoreline
- Tune into the USDA ReConnect Webinars
- Submit your nomination for a Delta Champion
- Check the Harmful Algal Bloom Report Weekly Report
 Delta Protection Advisory Committee (DPAC) Meeting
Tuesday, June 28
5:30 PM
Walnut Grove Library
14177 Market Street, Walnut Grove, CA 95690
The DPAC agenda includes an update on the Delta Island Adaptations project, Delta harmful algal bloom monitoring project, and Delta Protection Commission activities. For more information visit the DPAC webpage or see the DPAC meeting agenda (PDF).
 Delta Stewardship Council Meeting
Thursday, June 23
9:00 AM
This meeting will be held both in-person and virtually.
California Natural Resources Agency Building
715 P St., Room 221, Sacramento, CA 95814
The Council's agenda will include a public hearing on the Final Program Environmental Impact Report for the Revised Chapter 4 of the Delta Plan (Ecosystem Amendment), an update on the Delta Conveyance Project, and an update from the Independent Science Board on the release of its Review of Water Supply Reliability Estimation related to the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. View the Council's meeting agenda (PDF) for the complete list of meeting items, locations, and other details.
Virtual Council Zoom Link
 Traffic Alert: State Route 12 Closure
9:00 PM Friday, June 24 to 4:00 AM Monday, June 27
Caltrans is continuing work on a project to replace the bearing pads of the State Route 12 (SR-12) Potato Slough Bridge located near the Tower Park & Terminous communities, west of Interstate 5 (I-5) in San Joaquin County.
Both eastbound and westbound SR-12 will be fully closed from I-5 to State Route 160 for a 55-hour period from Friday, June 24 to Monday, June 27. The highway closure will begin at 9:00 PM on June 24 and end at 4:00 AM on June 27. In addition, there will be overnight one-way traffic control at SR-12/Potato Slough for k-rail installation from 8:00 PM on Sunday, June 19 to 4:00 AM on Tuesday, June 21.
 Freshwater and Saltwater Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention Virtual Workshop
Wednesday, June 29
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
The California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways is hosting a FREE virtual workshop on preventing Aquatic Invasive Species. Aquatic Invasive Species pose serious threats to water delivery systems, hydroelectric facilities, agriculture, boating, fishing, and the environment. Participants in this virtual workshop will learn how to recognize and take action to prevent the spreading of Aquatic Invasive Species by inspecting and cleaning equipment and watercraft.
 All Abilities Day at Big Break Regional Shoreline
Tuesday, June 28
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Big Break Visitor Center
69 Big Break Rd, Oakley, CA 94561
Explore nature at your own pace and way. This free drop-in program is inclusive of all abilities, offering something for everyone! Travel along paved trails to visit stations to touch fur, listen to birds, draw wildlife, sit on benches to scan the water, or paint the view. Wheelchair-accessible indoor and outdoor activities are available. Face coverings are required for all visitors 2 years and older when indoors.
 USDA ReConnect Webinars
Wednesday, June 22
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Wednesday, June 29
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Virtual Meetings
Presented by USDA Rural Development's Rural Utilities Service (RUS), this webinar will provide information about the ReConnect Program, and help prepare applicants ahead for the next Funding Opportunity Announcement.
The ReConnect Loan and Grant Program provides loans and grants to fund the costs of construction and improvement of facilities and equipment needed to provide broadband service in eligible rural areas.
 Delta Champions Nominations
The nomination deadline is Friday, July 1
The Delta Regional Foundation has opened up nominations for the 2022 Delta Champions awards. Recognizing the best in Delta achievement, the awards will recognize recipients in five different categories, including promotion, preservation, and improvement of the region. Nominations should be accompanied by a letter of support.
The awards dinner is on Tuesday, September 13 in Thornton.
 Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs)
Weekly Report
There are currently no "Danger" level advisories in the Delta. There is a "Warning" for Smith Canal near American Legion Park in San Joaquin County. There are also "caution" advisories in the following areas:
- Old River between Franks Tract and San Joaquin River
- Holland Cut
- Middle River near Mildred Island
- Turner Cut
- Buckley Cove Boat Launch
- San Joaquin River near Windmill Cove and Stockton Rod and Gun Club
- McLeod Lake at Morelli Park and Joan Darrah Promenade
- Mormon Slough near W. Weber Ave
- Old River at Clifton Court Intake, downstream of the ORT barrier, and at Mountain House
- West Canal at Clifton Court Intake
- Grant Line Canal
- Victoria Canal near Union Point
- Discovery Bay (numerous locations)
This information may change after the release of this notice. To check for the most updated information including other alert levels in the Delta, visit the HAB Incident Reports Map.
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