In 2014, more than 200 elected officials, agency leaders and community advocates from the San Francisco Bay & Delta regions convened  in Antioch to discuss the role that fresh water plays in the San Francisco Bay-Delta Estuary. Presented by the Association of Bay Area Governments, Delta Counties Coalition, and Friends of the San Francisco Estuary, this half-day conference focused on collaboration among the 12 Bay Area and Delta counties as the key to help identify shared solutions to issues of freshwater flows and impacts on public health, ecosystems, recreation, and the economy.

These pages keep an archive of the conference materials and proceedings.

PROGRAM

SPEAKERS

PROCEEDINGS

Wednesday, September 24, 2014
9:00am-12:45pm


Antioch Community Center
4703 Lone Tree Way
Antioch, CA

Presented by:
Association of Bay Area Governments
Delta Counties Coalition
Friends of the San Francisco Estuary

 Please join us for this free half-day conference to discuss the role of fresh water in the Bay-Delta Estuary, the current planning processes underway that may negatively or positively impact fresh water flows, and what needs to be done to protect the environmental, economic, social, and health benefits of the San Francisco Bay-Delta Estuary.

This year’s drought conditions highlight the importance of regional planning to address this issue—join us for a stimulating discussion!

Keynote Speaker: Congressman George Miller

…and more!

This event is FREE and is open to the public. Please pre-register to help us estimate number of attendees.
 
 Funding provided by:
The Rose Foundation for Communities and the Environment
San Francisco Estuary Partnership
Friends of the San Francisco Estuary

Presented by:

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Conference Overview

Session 1: Freshwater Flows, Health, and the Economy: Why Do We Need Freshwater Flows?
This first session will discuss the health of the Bay-Delta Estuary in relation to the economy, environment, public health, and quality of life in the area. Experts will provide insights on the role of freshwater flows in estuary health, and how the state of the Bay-Delta Estuary affects the region at large.

Session 2: Opportunities for Action
The second session will offer a brief overview of the planning processes at work that influence the Bay-Delta Estuary, including the State Water Resource Control Board’s updates to the Bay-Delta Water Quality Plan, the Delta Plan, the Bay Delta Conservation Plan, and the California Water Action Plan. The session will discuss the opportunities for influence by local officials and individuals, focusing on both local, self-reliant water supply solutions and policy solutions. 

Session 3: Regional Response: Moving Forward Together
The third session will provide a facilitated discussion among attendees who can offer their own local perspectives on regional water management and policy solutions. This round-table discussion will aim to foster communication and collaboration between the various areas of the Bay and Delta.