Delta Happenings
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NEWS
Ongoing Events - Prop 4 Survey, Bridge Closures
Delta Agency Meetings
Community Events: Asian Festival, Park Grand Opening, History Dinner
Harmful Algal Blooms
NEWS
Nominate a Delta Champion
  The Delta Leadership Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to leadership training and recognition, has opened nominations for its 2025 Delta Champions Awards.
The awards, to be presented Sept. 9 at Silverdale Ranch in Thornton, recognize significant service to the Delta region in the following categories:
Delta Preserver – Achievement in historical or environmental preservation
Delta Promoter – Achievement in tourism, agriculture, education, commerce, and/or the arts
Delta Improver – Achievement in Delta health, community, and/or quality of life
Lifetime Achievement – Lifetime achievement in preservation, protection and promotion of the Delta
Delta Legacy Family – A family that has contributed to the Delta for at least 100 years through multi-generational professional and volunteer activities that have enhanced the quality of life of the region.
Nominations are open until June 27.
Delta Stewardship Council Adopts Tribal/Environmental Justice Issue Paper
 The Tribal and Environmental Justice Issue Paper adopted last month by the Delta Stewardship Council recommends that agencies working in the Delta:
- Invest in relationship- and trust-building.
- Work through trusted community partners.
- Be intentional and justice-oriented.
- Make it easy to participate early and often.
- Follow through.
- Enhance coordination and connections between and within state agencies and local governments.
- Identify and fill research and data needs and effectively communicate findings.
The issue paper represents a four-year effort to better understand the history of tribal and environmental justice in the Delta, current issues, and how the Council can better incorporate tribal and environmental justice perspectives into its work.
Birds, Meditation, History: Three Delta Meadows Events for National Trails Day, State Parks Week
 Bird Walk: 9 a.m. June 7
Celebrate National Trails Day this year by joining a State Parks bird walk at the Delta Meadows Park Property. Leave the parking lot in Walnut Grove at 9 a.m. to walk along levee trails in search of birds in waterways, meadows, and trees.
All ages and experience levels welcome. Binoculars recommended but not required. Bring water and sun protection.
State Parks Week - June 11-15
- Take a meditative walk through the Delta Meadows Park Property starting at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 12. Staff will lead the group along levee trails, stopping along the way to engage the senses with local plants, wildlife, and water. Parking for the property is off of Levee Road in Walnut Grove, across the street from the Delta Cross Channel Gates.
- Take an immersive guided tour of the Locke Boarding House Museum on June 14.The Locke Boarding House is part of the Locke Historic District, a Chinese-American Community that was established in 1915 and designated as a National Historic Landmark in 1990. The tour begins at 1 p.m. at 13916 Main St, Walnut Grove.
Delta Ag-Fly Drone Workshop Scheduled
Restore the Delta and community partners will hold a workshop for Delta community members to learn the intricacies of the agriculture drone industry and how it is changing agriculture.
The free Delta Ag-Fly workshop for people ages 18 and older will be held May 22-23 at San Joaquin Delta College, Manteca Campus, 14095 S. Frontage Road, Manteca.
ONGOING EVENTS, OPPORTUNITIES
Survey: How the Delta Conservancy Should Distribute $29 Million in Prop 4 Funds - Complete by May 20
Marine Traffic Closure: Bacon Island Road Bridge - Through May 30
Rio Vista Bridge Closures - This Weekend and Two More - Through June 23
Marine Traffic Closure: Eight Mile Road Bridge - Through June 26
Isleton Bridge Scheduled for Daily Closures - Through June 30
Paintersville Bridge Scheduled for Daily Closures - Through Aug. 1
DELTA AGENCY MEETINGS
The 2025 schedule for the Delta Protection Commission's public bodies is available here.
May 15
Delta Protection Commission meets at 5 p.m. The agenda is posted here.
May 22
Delta Stewardship Council meets.The agenda will be posted here at least 10 days in advance.
May 28
Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy meets at 9 a.m. The agenda will be posted here at least 10 days in advance.
June 3
Delta Protection Advisory Committee meets at 5:30 p.m. The agenda will be posted here at least 10 days in advance.
June 25
Delta NHA Advisory Committee meets at 1 p.m. The agenda will be posted here at least 10 days in advance.
Not sure which Delta agency is which? This fact sheet (PDF) explains the missions and roles of the Delta Protection Commission, the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy, and the Delta Stewardship Council.
COMMUNITY EVENTS AND MEETINGS
To list your community event in Delta Happenings, email information to submit@delta.ca.gov. The next issue of the newsletter is scheduled for May 20; the deadline to submit events for that issue is May 15.
 May 10 in Locke (Rio Vista Bridge scheduled to be closed): Asian Pacific Spring Festival - lion dance, martial arts, taiko drums, dance, music, brush painting. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on Main Street.
May 20 in Walnut Grove: The Sacramento River Delta Historical Society Annual Member Dinner - features special guest Mike Dunne, presenting on "The history of Grapes, Wines, and Vineyards in the Sacramento River Delta." Signup required at Eventbrite or by emailing srdhspresident@gmail.com. 6-9 p.m., 14273 River Road.
May 31 in:
Isleton: Grand Opening of Asian American Heritage Park - celebration includes Sacramento Taiko Dan, Capitol Chinese Orchestra, refreshments, and museum tours. 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 27 Main St.
Rio Vista: Riverfront Arts Fest - activities and entertainment for all ages, including music, food, and craft vendors. Artists can compete for cash prizes in the People's Choice Art Show, with the top three places receiving $100, $75, and $50. To participate in the art show, or as a vendor, visit the website or contact the event director at (707) 646-1710 or info@riverfrontartsfest.com.
June 7 and 9 in Walnut Grove: Just Transitions in the Delta presents its work to date exploring water management possibilities at an interactive exhibition 10 a.m.-4 p.m. June 7, and an open gallery and public workshop 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 9. Register here.
Harmful Algal Blooms Report
 Here is the location, as of Monday, May 5, of one harmful algal bloom advisory in the Delta. Click on the button below for details and updates.
Caution advisory: Contra Loma Reservoir. Advice: Stay away from algae and scum in the water. Do NOT let pets go in the water, drink the water, or eat scum on the shore. Keep children away from algae. Do not eat shellfish from this waterbody.
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