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NEWS
Ongoing: Delta Leadership Program Applications
Delta Agency Meetings
Community Events: Veterans Ball, Tree Planting
Harmful Algal Blooms
NEWS
Delta Tunnel News
Final Certification of Consistency Filed
The Department of Water Resources on Oct. 17 submitted its Final Certification of Consistency with the Delta Plan for the Delta Conveyance Project.
That action triggered a 30-calendar-day period during which appeals challenging the project’s Delta Plan consistency may be filed with the Delta Stewardship Council. Because the deadline falls on a weekend, interested parties have until Monday, Nov. 17, to file appeals.
Maven's Notebook has an explainer about the process here.
Delta Protection Commission Staff Submits Documents for Consistency Certification Record
On Oct. 13, the Delta Protection Commission staff submitted three documents to the Department of Water Resources - all previously sent to DWR - requesting that they be included in the record for DWR's final certification that the tunnel project is consistent with the Delta Plan.
State Water Board Requests Additional Information
The State Water Resources Control Board requested additional information for its consideration of the Petition for Change in Point of Diversion for the Delta Conveyance Project from the Department of Water Resources on Oct. 10.
The information requested will supplement the administrative record regarding DWR's request for a change in its water right permits for the tunnel project.
Appeals Court Panel Rules Preliminary Work Can Begin on Tunnel Project
A three-judge panel of the state Court of Appeals reversed a lower court ruling last week about commencement of geotechnical work that would precede construction of the Delta Conveyance Project.
The ruling is here (PDF), and a Courthouse News Service article about it is here.
Amanda Bohl Is DPC's New Executive Director
Amanda Bohl became the Delta Protection Commission's new Executive Director on Monday.
Bohl, who was appointed by the Commission on Sept. 18, previously served on the executive management team of the Delta Stewardship Council, where she was the Special Assistant for Planning and Science.
Prior to joining the Council in 2016, Bohl was the Economic Development Lead for the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy.
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Science Board Seeks Comments on Review of Subsidence in the Delta
The Delta Independent Science Board is seeking input from the public on its draft review, “Science to Inform Management of Subsided Lands in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta.”
This report summarizes key findings and recommendations developed by the Delta ISB on the science needed for improving the management of subsided lands in the Delta.
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Rio Vista Bridge Closure: Nov. 7-10 and 14-17
The Rio Vista Bridge will be closed two consecutive weekends to repair damage from a vehicle collision:
- 9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 7 to 4 a.m. Monday, Nov. 10
- 9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14 to 4 a.m. Monday, Nov. 17 (tentative)
Mute Swan Added to List of Nongame Birds that May Be Taken
 State legislation signed into law earlier this month will allow invasive mute swans to be taken or possessed at any time by those with a valid California hunting license beginning Jan. 1.
Fish and Game Commission Declines to Adopt Slot Limit for Striped Bass
After years of discussion and consideration of public comment and scientific research, the California Fish and Game Commission did not approve a proposed regulation amendment to set a maximum size limit for recreational striped bass fishing.
ONGOING: DELTA LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
Apply for Delta Leadership Program - Deadline Nov. 21
DELTA AGENCY MEETINGS
The 2025 schedule for the Delta Protection Commission's public bodies is available here. It includes meeting packets and approved minutes.
Oct. 23: Delta Stewardship Council meets. The agenda is posted here.
Oct. 29: Delta NHA Advisory Committee meets at 1 p.m. The agenda is posted here.
Nov. 3: Delta Protection Commission meets at 5 p.m. in West Sacramento and online. The agenda will be posted here at least 10 days in advance.
Nov. 12: The Delta Independent Science Board meets. The agenda will be posted here at least 10 days in advance.
Nov. 13: Delta Protection Commission meets at 5 p.m. The agenda will be posted here at least 10 days in advance.
Jan. 28: Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy meets at 9 a.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 Nov. 4; the deadline to submit events for that issue is Oct. 31.
 Oct. 25 in:
Antioch: Rivertown Trunk or Treat Car and Bike Show. Pet costume contest, kids costume contest, store-to-store trick or treating, monster truck rides, kids zone, music, vendors. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 708 West 2nd St.
Brentwood: Hometown Halloween. Trick or treating, 4-8 p.m. at Oak and First streets.
Oct. 25-Nov. 1 in Rio Vista: Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale. 50 cents per item, three for $1, or a brown paper bag full of books for $5.
Nov. 1 in Antioch: Dedication of newly refurbished 1872 First Congregational Church Bell at the Antioch Historical Museum. 11 a.m., 1500 W. 4th St.
Nov. 8 in Rio Vista:
Tree Planting. City of Rio Vista, Sustainable Solano and the Rio Vista Youth Air Protectors help plant trees along Airport Road to improve walkability and air quality. 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Airport and Baumann roads.
Veterans Ball - celebrating 100 years of the American Legion Post 178. 4:30-8 p.m. at the Veteran's Hall.
Harmful Algal Blooms Report
 Here is the location, as of Thursday, Oct. 23, of harmful algal bloom advisories in the Delta. Click on the button below for details and updates.
Caution advisory: 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.
- Contra Loma Reservoir at Regional Park
Visual observations: 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.
- Old River downstream of the ORT barrier
- Old River at Clifton Court Intake
- Old River at Mountain House
- Victoria Canal near Union Point
- West Canal at Clifton Court Intake
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