Wetlands Preservation Foundation

The Foundation provides sustainable restoration of wetland habitats and wildlife-friendly agricultural practices in the san joaquin delta for the benefit of local migratory wildlife species.the Foundation pays all of the maintenance/development expense arising from year-round operation of 750 acres of Wetlands divided into 27 individual marshes;17 nesting areas; 15 agricultural feeding grounds; 54 nesting boxes; 6 miles of irrigation pipelines; 27 water inlets; 4 irrigation diversion structures; 27 drainage structures; 4 drainage pumps; 2 irrigation pumps; and 1,400 trees. Expenses for 2023 total $1,243,976. Expenses are as follows: salaries and wages $289,712property taxes 81,789equipment repairs and maintenance 115,893education 7,243reclamation district fees 49,755repairs & maintenance 63,508seeds & habitat 105,355shop supplies 23,015utilities - pumping and power 181,363insurance 15,215licenses and fees 306depreciation 310,822 --------- $1,243,976 =========

Conservation and restoration of sustainable wetland habitat, and sustainable agricultural practices promoting the understanding of the synergy between natural habitat values and delta agriculture are supported by agricultural activities.