Public Participation
As a California state agency led by an appointed council, public participation is fundamental to the Delta Stewardship Council’s work toward the coequal goals of ensuring a reliable California water supply and resilient Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta ecosystem, achieved in a manner that protects and enhances the unique cultural, recreational, natural resource, and agricultural values of the Delta as an evolving place. This web page serves as a “one-stop shop” for those seeking information on how to engage with the Council through its recent and upcoming opportunities for public engagement. Please contact the Council’s Office of Public Participation at engage@deltacouncil.ca.gov or (916) 445-5511 with any questions on the information below.
Public Participation Plan
Endorsed by the Council in June 2020, its Public Participation Plan serves as a guide for how any stakeholder or member of the public, regardless of background, location, ability, or status, can pursue opportunities to inform Council decision-making. The Council recognizes that the possible effective mechanisms for public participation are not “one size fits all” and may vary depending on the particular issue. This plan will be reviewed and revised periodically to ensure it reflects current best practices.
Tribal Consultation Policy
In 2015, the Council adopted a Tribal Consultation Policy that aims to engage in the timely and active process of seeking, discussing, and incorporating the views of California Native American tribes and tribal communities into its decision-making. The Council’s Tribal Consultation Policy can also be found in the Public Participation Plan as Appendix B.
Recent and Upcoming Public Meetings
Expand the individual event accordions below to view corresponding meeting details and materials.
- Meeting Agenda
- Agenda Item 1 - Welcome and Introductions
- Report Out: Science Needs Assessment
- Meeting Notice
- Meeting Materials:
- Binder Memo
- Agenda Item 6 - Consent Calendar
- Adoption of February 25, 2021 Meeting Summary
- Approval of an Amendment to a Contract with California State University, East Bay
- Approval of a Contract Amendment with Michigan State University
- Approval of a Contract Amendment with San Francisco State University
- Approval of a Contract Amendment with the University of California, Merced
- Approval of a Contract Amendment with the United States Geological Survey (Chinook Salmon Study)
- Approval of a Contract Amendment with the United States Geological Survey (Sediment Study)
- Agenda Item 8 - Executive Officer's Report
- Legal Update
- Legislative Update
- Agenda Item 9 - Lead Scientist's Report
- Agenda Item 10 - 2022 Central Valley Flood Protection Plan Update
- Agenda Item 11 - Delta Protection Commission’s Recreation and Tourism Update to the Economic Sustainability Plan
- Presentations:
- Agenda Item 10 CVFPP (please email engage@deltacouncil.ca.gov to have the presentation sent to you)
- Agenda Item 11 DPC ESP (please email engage@deltacouncil.ca.gov to have the presentation sent to you)
- Meeting Notice
- Revised Meeting Notice
- Public Comments
- Presentations (available upon request by emailing disb@deltacouncil.ca.gov)
- Agenda Item 2: Reflections from Delta ISB Fellow
- Agenda Item 4: Initial Findings from the Delta ISB Assessment by the Delta Science Program
- Agenda Item 6: Delta Lead Scientist Report
- Meeting Notice
- Meeting Materials:
- Binder Memo
- Agenda Item 3 - Consent Calendar
- Agenda Item 6 - Executive Officer's Report
- Legal Update
- Legislative Update
- Lead Scientist's Report
- Delta Adapts Adaptation Strategy Kick-Off
Current Opportunities to Comment
There are currently no specific opportunities to comment at this time, but be sure to check back periodically for updates. If you have any questions, please contact engage@deltacouncil.ca.gov.
Share General Feedback
General public comments can be sent to the Council via:
- Email:
- Phone:
- (916) 445-5511
- Mail:
- Delta Stewardship Council
c/o Office of Public Participation
980 Ninth Street, Suite 1500
Sacramento, CA 95814
- Delta Stewardship Council
Once received, the Office of Public Participation will forward the comment to the appropriate Council staff. To request access to copies of past comments, please email archives@deltacouncil.ca.gov.
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- Twitter - @DeltaCouncil
- Instagram - @deltastewardshipcouncil
- Facebook - Delta Stewardship Council
- LinkedIn - Delta Stewardship Council