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The Wildlife Conservation Board will meet on October 27, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. for a special meeting regarding the Rancho Jamul Land Exchange. The Full Agenda with additional information will be available by October 16, 2020.

Consistent with Governor Newsom's Executive Order N-29-20, the public and Board members will participate via Microsoft Teams or teleconference.

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The Wildlife Conservation Board approved expenditures of $25.3 million for 26 projects at its meeting on August 26, 2020.

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The Wildlife Conservation Board will meet August 26, 2020 at 10:00 a.m.

Consistent with Governor Newsom's Executive Order N-29-20, the public and Board members will participate via Microsoft Teams or teleconference.

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(916) 535-0984 Sacramento
Conference ID: 281 604 32#

See Full Agenda (PDF) for more information.

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The Preliminary Agenda (PDF) is available for the next Wildlife Conservation Board meeting on Wednesday, August 26, 2020 at 10:00 a.m.

The Wildlife Conservation Board’s 2020 Proposal Solicitation Notice (PSN) for the Stream Flow Enhancement Program is now available. Proposals for multi-benefit projects that result in enhanced stream flow are encouraged. Enhanced stream flow is defined as a change in the amount, timing, and/or quality of the water flowing down a stream, or a portion of a stream, to benefit fish and wildlife. The primary focus is on enhancing flow in streams that support anadromous fish; support special status, threatened, endangered, or at-risk species; and/or provide resilience to climate change.

Proposals must be received by 5:00 p.m., Pacific Daylight Time, on September 10, 2020. For questions, contact the Stream Flow Enhancement Program at wcbstreamflow@wildlife.ca.gov.

The Wildlife Conservation Board's Proposal Solicitation Notice (PDF) (PSN) for Regional Conservation Investment Strategies Projects (RCIS) has been updated. Proposed projects shall be for the development of RCIS that are not otherwise funded pursuant to Section 800 of the Streets and Highways Code or any other law.

All applicants must submit an application to WCBClimate@wildlife.ca.gov. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. All questions should be submitted to Scott.McFarlin@wildlife.ca.gov.

The Wildlife Conservation Board's Lower American River Conservancy Program 2020 Proposal Solicitation Notice (PDF) (PSN) is now available. PSN priorities include improving the quality of water that flows within and into the American River Parkway (Parkway) and the enhancement of interpretive and educational facilities related to the Parkway and its natural, cultural, and historic resources. Proposed projects may be for land acquisitions, planning, or implementation.

All applicants must complete the full application by 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time on July 31, 2020. See the 2020 PSN for more details and the application forms. For questions regarding this PSN or the Program, please contact WCB's Lower American River Conservancy Program at LARCP@wildlife.ca.gov.

The Wildlife Conservation Board's Public Access Program 2020 Proposal Solicitation Notice (PDF) (PSN) is now available. PSN priorities include boating access, hunting and fishing, and non-consumptive wildlife recreation projects. Proposed projects may be for planning or implementation.

All applicants must complete the online pre-application by 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time on June 29, 2020. WCB will the invite select applicants to submit full proposals. For questions regarding this PSN or the Program, please contact WCB's Public Access Program at WCBPublicAccess@wildlife.ca.gov.

The Wildlife Conservation Board is preparing to release the 2020 Proposal Solicitation Notice for the Stream Flow Enhancement Program. Potential applicants are encouraged to take advantage of the WCB staff consultation period, now through July 8, 2020. Please view the Consultation Announcement (PDF) or go to the Stream Flow Enhancement Program page for more information.

The Wildlife Conservation Board approved expenditures of $36.2 million for 31 projects at its meeting on May 20, 2020.

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