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DCA Board Meetings
Members of the Delta Conveyance Authority Board of Directors are elected from participating public water agencies. Stay up to date on Board activities by reviewing notes, videos and other information found via the links below.
January
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Meeting Minutes
Video
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February
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
• Resolution to Approve Updated Bylaws
• Resolution to Approve Amendment #5 to the Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement
• Appoint DCA Board Secretary
• February DCA Monthly Report
• Planning Schedule Update
Topics Discussed:
- New DCA Board of Directors Introductions and Orientation: Overview of DCA Structure,
Services and Meetings
March
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- March DCA Monthly Report
- Stakeholder Engagement Update
- Stakeholder Engagement Report Out
- Discussion Regarding DCA Board Meeting Cadence
- Adoption of Resolution Approving the First Amendment to the Management Partners Agreement for Executive Director Services
Topics Discussed:
Closed Session
- Public Employee Performance Evaluation
- Public Employment
- Conference with Labor Negotiators
April
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- Interim Executive Director Introduction
- April DCA Monthly Report
- DCA FY 21/22 Draft Budget Discussion
May
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- May DCA Monthly Report
- DCA FY 21/22 Draft Budget Discussion
- SEC Update
- Discuss Current SEC Vacancies and Consider Passing Resolution to Modify the Size of the SEC
June
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- June DCA Monthly Report
- Adopt DCA FY 21/22 Budget
- Pass Resolution to Adopt Updated Investment Policy
- Pass Resolution to Adopt Updated Ethics Policy and Protest Policy
- DCA Board of Directors Meeting Cadence
July
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- July DCA Monthly Report
- Initial DCA FY 21/22 Budget Adjustment
- SEC Update
August
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September
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October
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November
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December
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January
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- Stakeholder Engagement Committee Update
- January DCA Monthly Report
- Consider Passing Resolution to Amend the DCA Bylaws
- 980 9th Street DCA Build-out Update
February
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- Stakeholder Engagement Committee Update
- Findings of the Independent Technical Review (ITR) Committee Report
- Intakes Update
- Launch Shaft Update
- February DCA Monthly Report
March
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- Stakeholder Engagement Committee Update
- Proposed Schedule for Annual Budget Approval
- March DCA Monthly Report
April
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- Consider Passing Resolution Authorizing Award of General Counsel Services Contract to Best Best and Krieger LLP
- Stakeholder Engagement Committee Update
- DCA Board Meeting Questions and Answers Tracker
- April DCA Monthly Report
May
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- Stakeholder Engagement Committee Update
- Stakeholder Engagement Committee Members Report Out
- DCA’s Transition Back to the Office
- Draft DCA Budget for Fiscal Year 20/21
- May DCA Monthly Report
June
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- Consider Passing Resolution Adopting the Delta Conveyance Design and Construction Authority Allowable Travel Expenses Policy
- DCA Budget for Fiscal Year 20/21
- Introduction to DCA Program Controls
- June DCA Monthly Report
- Stakeholder Engagement Committee Update
- Stakeholder Engagement Committee Members Report Out
- Independent Technical Review of Intakes
July
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- Biennial Board of Directors Officer Appointments and Resolution Updating the Bylaws Regarding Officer Terms
- July DCA Monthly Report
- Field Work Activities for Fiscal Year 2020-2021
- Tunnel Independent Technical Review No. 2 – Findings and DCA Response
- DCA Leadership Spotlight – Gwen Buchholtz, Environmental Manager
- Stakeholder Engagement Committee Update
- Stakeholder Engagement Committee Members Report Out
August
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- August DCA Monthly Report
- DCA Leadership Spotlight – Graham Bradner, Levees Lead
- Presentation on Delta Conveyance Preliminary Cost Assessment
- Stakeholder Engagement Committee Update
- Presentation on Stakeholder Engagement Committee Member Input
September
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- Consider Passing Resolution to Approve Amendment #4 to the Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement and Determine Approval is Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
- Consider Passing Resolution to Expand the DCA Delta Stakeholder Engagement Committee and Appoint an Ex Officio Member to the Committee
- September DCA Monthly Report
- DCA Leadership Spotlight – Steve Minassian, Chief Engineer
- Stakeholder Engagement Committee Update
October
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- Consider Passing Resolution to Appoint a Public Member to the DCA Delta
Topics Discussed:
- Consider Passing Resolution to Approve Amendment #4 to the Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement and Determine Approval is Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
- Fiscal Year 19/20 Closeout Report
- DCA Planning Phase Update
- October DCA Monthly Report
- DCA Leadership Spotlight – Nazli Parvizi, Community Engagement Manager
- Stakeholder Engagement Committee Update
- Stakeholder Engagement Report Out
November
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- DCA FY 20/21 Budget Amendment
- November DCA Monthly Report
- DCA Leadership Spotlight – Phil Ryan, Engineering Design Manager
- Stakeholder Engagement Committee Update
- Stakeholder Engagement Report Out
December
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- DCA FY 2019/2020 Audit Report
- December DCA Monthly Report
- DCA Leadership Spotlight – Andrew Finney, Geotech Lead
- Stakeholder Engagement Committee Update
- Stakeholder Engagement Report Out
January
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- Consider Passing Resolution Authorizing Award of Contract to Bentley Systems, Inc.
- Consider Authorizing Amendment of the Professional Services Agreement with The Hallmark Group
February
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
March
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
April
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- Consider Passing Resolution Authorizing Award of Professional Services Contract to Parsons Transportation Group, Inc
May
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- Consider Passing Resolution Adopting the Delta Conveyance Design and Construction Authority Purchasing and Procurement Policy
- Consider Authorizing Amendment of the Professional Services Agreement with Best Best & Krieger LLP
- Consider Passing Resolution to Authorize the Executive Director to Negotiate and the President to Execute an Amendment to the Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement for Planning and Environmental Services in Support of the Environmental Analysis for a Potential Delta Conveyance Project, and to Determine such Actions are Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
- Discussion and potential creation of an Environmental Committee of the Board of Directors
June
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- Consider Passing Resolution to Authorize the President to Execute an Amendment to the Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement for Planning and Environmental Services in Support of the Environmental Analysis for a Potential Delta Conveyance Project, and to Determine such Actions are Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
- Consider Passing Resolution to Revise the Scope of Services for Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc. and Authorize the Executive Director to Negotiate and Execute an Amendment to Consultant Services Agreement to Provide Engineering Design Management Services
- Consider Approving Budget Amendment #2 for FY 2018/19
- Consider Adopting the FY2019/20 Proposed Budget
- Consider Passing Resolution to Authorize the Executive Director to Negotiate and Execute a Lease for office space at 980 9th Street in Sacramento, Ca
July
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- Introduction of the new Environmental Manager
- Projected monthly expenditures for issued task orders
- Discuss the new monthly Board Report template
- Consider passing Resolution to approve the letter of credit for the DCA Office Lease
August
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- DCA Staffing Workshop
- July DCA Monthly Report
- Consider Passing Resolution Authorizing Investment Policy and Annual Delegation
September
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- Review Engineering Workplan
- Review Field Workplan
- Consider Passing Resolution to Establish the DCA Delta Stakeholder Engagement Committee and Forming an Ad Hoc Committee of the Board to Assist in Reviewing Applications to the DCA Delta Stakeholder Engagement Committee
- Consider Passing Resolution Authorizing Award of Contract to an Audiovisual (AV) Systems Integrator to Provide Equipment and Installation Services
- Consider Passing Resolution Authorizing Award of Contract to an IT Managed Services Provider (MSP) to Provide IT Equipment and Support Services
- Consider Passing Resolution Authorizing Award of Contract to Miles Treaster and Associates for Office Furniture
- Consider Passing Resolution Authorizing Award of Contract to Primary and Back-Up Internet Service Providers for the New DCA Office Space
- September DCA Monthly Report
October
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- Consider Passing Resolution to Appoint and Formalize DCA Delta Stakeholder Engagement Committee
- Consider Passing Resolution Authorizing a Professional Services Agreement to Provide Communications Support Services
- September DCA Monthly Report
November
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- Report out from Stakeholder Engagement Committee Meeting
- Delta Conveyance Planning Update
- October DCA Monthly Report
- Review and Accept the 2018-2019 DCA Audit performed by KPMG
- Consider Passing Resolution to Appoint DCA Stakeholder Engagement Committee Member
December
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- Report out from Stakeholder Engagement Committee Meeting
- November DCA Monthly Report
- Consider Authorizing Amendment of the Professional Services Agreement with Best Best & Krieger LLP
January
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February
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March
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April
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May
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June
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Meeting Minutes
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July
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Meeting Minutes
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August
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Meeting Minutes
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September
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
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October
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
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November
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Board of Directors Meeting
November 15, 2018
December
Agenda
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Stakeholder Engagement Committee Meetings
The Stakeholder Engagement Committee provides a forum for Delta stakeholders to offer input and feedback on technical and engineering issues related to the Delta Conveyance Design and Construction Authority’s current activities. Below you will find information documents as well as notes and videos from the Committee’s meetings.
January
Agenda
Pre Mtg Materials
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
February
Agenda
Pre Mtg Materials
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Stakeholder Engagement Committee Meeting
February 24, 2021
Topics Discussed:
- Bethany Alternative Wrap-Up
- Geotechnical Field Work Update
- Community Benefits Program Update
- Project Financing Overview
March
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April
Agenda
Pre Mtg Materials
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Stakeholder Engagement Committee Meeting
April 28, 2021
Topics Discussed:
- Design Changes
- Ongoing Outreach Efforts
- Environmental Justice Survey Results
- Community Benefits Program Update
May
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June
Agenda
Pre Mtg Materials
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Stakeholder Engagement Committee Meeting
June 23, 2021
Topics Discussed:
- Design Changes
- Ongoing Outreach Efforts
- Community Benefits Program Update
July
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August
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September
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October
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November
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December
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January
Agenda
Pre Mtg Materials
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Stakeholder Engagement Meeting
January 22, 2020
Topics Discussed:
- NOP Overview and SEC Work Product Discussion
- Intakes Overview
February
Agenda
Pre Mtg Materials
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Stakeholder Engagement Meeting
February 26, 2020
- Question Tracking Packet
- Basics of Retrieval and Maintenance Shafts
- Siting Retrieval and Maintenance Shafts
- Independent Technical Review Response
- Map of Public Boat Ramps, Refuges, Preserves, Etc
- Map of Schools, Hospitals, Fire Stations, Etc
- Complete Presentation
- Siting Methodology
- Updated Glossary
- Meeting Summary
Topics Discussed:
- Basics of Retrieval and Maintenance Shafts
- Siting Retrieval and Maintenance Shafts
Stakeholder Engagement Meeting
February 12, 2020
Topics Discussed:
- Basics of Tunnel Drive
- Launch Shaft Siting
March
Agenda
Pre Mtg Materials
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Stakeholder Engagement Meeting
March 11, 2020
Topics Discussed:
- Integrated Project Siting
- Integrated Project Logistics
April
Agenda
Pre Mtg Materials
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Stakeholder Engagement Meeting
April 22, 2020
Topics Discussed:
- DCA Response to key SEC Siting Comments
- Southern Complex Facilities Discussion
- Discussion on DCA Board Presentation by SEC Representative
May
Agenda
Pre Mtg Materials
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Stakeholder Engagement Meeting
May 27, 2020
Topics Discussed:
- CEQA Process Update
- Presentation Traffic Impacts and Logistics Improvements
- Update on DCA Follow-up studies in response to SEC comments
- Proposed Alignment Tours and Map Book
June
Agenda
Pre Mtg Materials
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Stakeholder Engagement Meeting
June 24, 2020
Topics Discussed:
- DWR Tribal Engagement & Other Updates
- Delta-wide Soils Transportation and Balance
- Update on DCA Follow-Up Studies in Response to SEC Comments
July
Agenda
Pre Mtg Materials
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Stakeholder Engagement Meeting
July 22, 2020
Topics Discussed:
- DWR General Updates and Alternatives Formulation
- DCA Response to SEC Comments
August
Agenda
Pre Mtg Materials
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Stakeholder Engagement Meeting
August 26, 2020
Topics Discussed:
- SEC Open Forum – Reflection on Status
- DWR Updates
- Intakes Design Refinements
- Traffic Reductions
- Briefing on Bethany Alternative
September
Agenda
Pre Mtg Materials
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Stakeholder Engagement Meeting
September 23, 2020
Topics Discussed:
- DWR Updates & Environmental Justice Survey Overview
- Bethany Alternative Siting
- RTM Management Plan Updates
October
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November
Agenda
Pre Mtg Materials
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Stakeholder Engagement Meeting
November 5, 2020
Topics Discussed:
- DCA Responds to Deferred SEC Questions
- Bethany Alternative Logistics & Traffic
- DWR Updates
December
Agenda
Pre Mtg Materials
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Stakeholder Engagement Meeting
December 9, 2020
Topics Discussed:
- DWR Planning Status
- Community Benefits Framework Discussion
- Bethany Complex
- Bethany Alternative Traffic Analysis
January
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February
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March
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April
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May
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June
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July
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August
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September
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October
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November
Agenda
Pre Mtg Materials
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Topics Discussed:
- Committee Overview & Purpose
- Roles & Responsibilities: DCA & DWR
- Ralph M. Brown Act & Public Records Act (PRA) Training
December
Agenda
Pre Mtg Materials
Meeting Minutes
Video
Documents
Stakeholder Engagement Meeting
December 11, 2019
Topics Discussed:
- DWR: Review CEQA Process
- DCA Concept Engineering Directive / Stakeholder Engagement Committee Role
- Delta Conveyance System Overview, Introduction to Individual Features, and Introduction to Facility Siting Drivers
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