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 2024 total $1,126,357. Expenses are as follows: salaries and wages $286,979property taxes 82,124equipment repairs and maintenance 44,437education 32,042reclamation district fees 49,755repairs & maintenance 46,877seeds & habitat 82,327shop supplies 11,055utilities - pumping and power 163,391insurance 16,441licenses and fees 108depreciation 310,822 --------- $1,126,358 =========