California Natural Resources Agency

The Delta Protection Commission is a government agency based in West Sacramento, CA, dedicated to safeguarding and preserving the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta in California. Their mission is to protect, maintain, enhance, and enrich the overall quality of the Delta environment and economy, with a focus on agriculture, heritage, recreation, and natural resources. They strive to achieve a sustainable and celebrated way of life by valuing the needs of the Delta and the State, ensuring a harmonious balance between cultural, ecological, and agricultural values.

The Commission actively engages in reviewing land-use decisions within the Delta's state-defined boundaries, which include a Primary Zone and Secondary Zone. They ensure that land use in the primary zone aligns with the Land Use and Resource Management Plan, and also provide input on projects in the secondary zone that may impact the primary zone. Through their work, the Delta Protection Commission plays a vital role in preserving the Delta's unique ecosystem and promoting its significance to all Californians.

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