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In this issue...
- Flood Preparedness week
- Former DPC Chair honored
- Nominations open for Delta Leadership Program
- NHA, DPAC meetings this week
- Explore nature and your community
- Harmful algal blooms report
NEWS
 Former Delta Protection Commission Chair Don Nottoli (Photo ©Morris Lum, used with permission)
Flood Preparedness Week: Oct. 21-28
Oct. 21-28 is Flood Preparedness Week in California. With an El Niño weather pattern possibly bringing heavy rains this winter, now is the perfect time to make sure you're ready.
DeltaFloodReady.com is a Delta-specific tool to help you assess risks to your home and property. It provides tools for planning now so you can act quickly to protect your family, pets, and livestock in the event of a flood this winter.
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Former DPC chair honored
Former Delta Protection Commission Chair Don Nottoli was honored last month with a Delta Champion Award.
Presented by the Delta Leadership Foundation, the Delta Improver award is presented each year to an "individual, organization, or family whose efforts have resulted in community improvement for Delta residents, whether in quality of life, quality of services available or other benefit to the health and well-being of Delta communities."
Nottoli served on the Delta Protection Commission from 1994 to 2022 as representative of the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors. His term with the commission ended when he chose not to seek re-election.
Photo ©Morris Lum, used with permission
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Delta Leadership Program nominations open
Nominations/applications are open for the 2024 Delta Leadership Program.
A joint project of the Delta Protection Commission and Delta Leadership Foundation, this program grows the Delta's pool of leaders with a series of intensive seminars that build the skills, knowledge and relationships that are hallmarks of successful leaders.
The application/nomination deadline is Nov. 17. Learn more and nominate or apply here.
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DELTA MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Delta subsidence, food-web workshops
The Delta Independent Science Board is hosting two upcoming workshops people can attend in person or remotely.
The first focuses on subsidence management in the Delta and will be held on Oct. 19-20 in Sacramento. Here is the event flyer (PDF), which includes registration links.
The second focuses on food-web interactions and will be held on Nov. 8-9 in Sacramento. Here is the event flyer (PDF), which includes registration links, and the call for abstracts (PDF) for the poster session for more information.
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Delta Speaker Series event: Oct. 31
The Delta Protection Commission's Blake Roberts, who coordinates the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta National Heritage area, will be one of the featured speakers at "Where the Rivers Meet" on Oct. 31.
The event is part of the California Natural Resources Agency Secretary Speaker Series.
Learn more and register here.
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Delta Agency meetings
DELTA NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA
The Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta National Heritage Area Management Plan Advisory Committee meets from 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 12. The meeting notice and agenda is here.
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DELTA CONSERVANCY
The Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy Board meets 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 25. The agenda will be posted here at least 10 days in advance.
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Not sure which agency is which? This fact sheet explains the different missions and roles of the Delta Protection Commission, the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy and the Delta Stewardship Council.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
 Friday-Sunday, Oct. 13-15: Rio Vista Bass Derby & Festival. Bass fishing tournament, parade, fireworks, food booths, car show, live music. 33 N. Second St.
Saturday, Oct. 14:
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Kids Fishing Derby, 9 a.m. to noon. Teaches kids under the age of 15 the basics of fishing and conservation through a fishing competition. Held at Waldie Plaza & Antioch Fishing Pier, sponsored by the California Striped Bass Association, West Delta Chapter, and the City of Antioch Recreation Department.
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Bus Tour of Mid-Century Modern Antioch, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tour of iconic buildings and landmarks in Antioch includes an optional stop for food at Mariscos y Antojitos Las Plebes Sea Food. Meets at the Antioch Historical Society Museum, 1500 W. Fourth St., sponsored by Antioch Historical Society.
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Exploring the Dunes, 10-11 a.m. Guided walking tour through the Antioch Dunes National Wildlife Refuge, which is usually closed to the public. 501 Fulton Shipyard Road, sponsored by the Antioch Dunes National Wildlife Refuge.
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FAHM Fest Stockton, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. In celebration of Filipino American History Month, there will be workshops, vendor booths, food trucks, entertainment, a Kids Korner, and Filipino American history exhibits at San Joaquin Delta College. Free, but RSVP requested.
Sunday, Oct. 15: Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area Tour, 9 a.m. to noon. Walking tour of the Yolo Wildlife Area, registration required. 45211 County Road 32 B, Davis. Sponsored by the Yolo Basin Foundation.
Tuesday Oct. 17: Travelogue: Ishi’s First World, 7 p.m. David Stuart will present
a PowerPoint travelogue of his first trip to “Ishi’s First World” in this Sacramento River Delta Historical Society event at the Jean Harvie Center in Walnut Grove. For more information contact Maryellen Burns srdhspresident@gmail.com or (916) 456-4930.
Saturdays and Sundays: Crane Tour - free, guided tour of cranes and other winter birds at the Woodbridge Ecological Reserve near Lodi. Registration is required because tour spots are limited, and visitors need a CDFW Lands Pass, or current hunting or fishing license.
Harmful Algal Blooms Report
There is still a Harmful Algal Bloom danger advisory at Contra Loma Reservoir at Regional Park. STAY OUT OF THE WATER. KEEP PETS OUT OF THE WATER, AND DO NOT LET THEM EAT SCUM FROM THE SHORE. DO NOT EAT SHELLFISH FROM THE RESERVOIR.
There have been visual observations (same precautions apply):
- Old River at seven locations: the head of the Old River, at Mountain House, downstream of the ORT Barrier, at the Clifton Court Intake, downstream of the Clifton Court Forebay Intake, and near Quimby Island
- Victoria Canal near Union Point
- Turner Cut near the San Joaquin River
- Middle River near Mildred Island
- Holland Cut near Frank's Tract
There is an algal mat alert at the Clifton Court Forebay Inlet. The water may appear clear when algal mats form and attach to cobble, sand, or the bottom of the waterway. But mats can dislodge and float downstream or strand on the shoreline. Children and dogs should avoid touching mat material.
This information may change after the release of this notice. Check for updated information at the HAB Reports Map.
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