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Join the Delta Independent Science Board for a

meeting and tour focused on nature-based solutions

from November 17-18.

On November 17, 2026, at 9:00 AM, the Delta Independent Science Board will meet at the U.S. Geological Survey’s West Sacramento Projects Office Facility (3115 Ramco Street, Suite 180, West Sacramento, CA 95691) to discuss its reviews and activities. The meeting will feature a panel on recent research and information relevant to the Delta ISB’s upcoming review of nature-based solutions as well as a discussion of public comments on the draft prospectus. Comments should be emailed to disb@deltacouncil.ca.gov or mailed to the Delta ISB clerk at 715 P Street, 15-300, Sacramento, CA 95814, by November 10, 2026, at 11:59 PM.

On November 18, 2026, at 9:00 AM, Delta ISB will tour Bouldin Island, Sherman Island, and Georgiana Slough with USGS to inform its review. Please email disb@deltacouncil.ca.gov by November 16, 2026, at 9:00 AM if you plan to attend the tour.

Virtual attendance will be offered for the meeting but not for the tour. More information is available on the web page linked below, including any revisions to the agenda.

VISIT THE DELTA ISB MEETINGS WEB PAGE

Do you need a recap from the October 1 Delta ISB meeting?

The Delta ISB toured Locke, the largest, most complete example of a rural agricultural Chinese American community in the United States, and debriefed on what was learned on the tour with the Locke Foundation at its meeting at the Jean Harvie Community Center.
Delta Lead Scientist Dr. Lisamarie Windham-Myers provided an overview of the Delta Science Program’s activities and the latest research in the region, including the recently released Research Impact Report.
Delta ISB Postdoctoral Scholar Dr. Anika Agrawal presented initial insights from interviews with subject matter experts to inform the Delta ISB’s forthcoming contaminants monitoring review.

Simply click the links above to watch recordings of these presentations and discussions on YouTube and access meeting materials on the Delta ISB’s meetings web page.

The Delta ISB’s reviews help inform decision-making at the heart of California’s water system.

The Delta ISB provides oversight of scientific research, monitoring, and assessment programs that support adaptive management of the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta through periodic reviews. Over the years, the Delta ISB has produced influential reports on important topics, including monitoring, water quality, and more.

Learn more on the Delta ISB’s products web page.

Delta Independent Science Board

715 P Street, 15-300

Sacramento, CA 95814

deltacouncil.ca.gov

Business Hours:

8:00 AM-

5:00 PM

(916) 445-5511