GOVERNING
BOARD AGENDA GOVERNING
BOARD AGENDA
A meeting of the South Coast Air Quality Management District Board
will be held at 9:30 a.m., in the Auditorium at AQMD Headquarters,
21865 E. Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, California.
The Governing Board package for the month of February 1996 in Microsoft Word 6.0
can be down loaded here.
(updated on 2-13-96 ~ 0.7 MB)
CALL TO ORDER
Leyden (909) 396-3120
(pleyden@aqmd.gov )
This is a joint presentation by the California Air Resources Board and the Western States Petroleum Association and will provide an overview of the progress made on the implementation of the California Reformulated Gasoline (CaRFG) program. CaRFG is a state-mandated program that requires production and use of a cleaner-burning gasoline. The use of CaRFG will significantly reduce emissions of unhealthful pollutants and help the AQMD meet its air quality objectives.
CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 1 through 14)
Note: Consent calendar items held for discussion will be moved to the end of the agenda.
1. Minutes of January 12, 1996 Board Meeting
Dix (909) 396-2500
(jdix@aqmd.gov )
2. Regulatory Relief Options for Primary and Secondary Schools
Subject to Rule 2202 - On-Road Motor Vehicle Mitigation Options
Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
(bwallerstein@aqmd.gov )
At the January 12, 1996 meeting, the Board directed staff, at the suggestion of Chairman Mikels, to evaluate several options for providing regulatory relief for primary and secondary schools subject to Rule 2202 - On-Road Motor Vehicle Mitigation Options. A staff report has been prepared in response to this request and is presented for Board consideration.
3. Set Public Hearing March 8, 1996 to Amend Subdivision (l)
of Rule 2202 - On-Road Motor Vehicle Mitigation Options, Pertaining
to Possible Establishment of an Exemption for Primary and Secondary
School Districts
Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
(bwallerstein@aqmd.gov )
At the December 8, 1995 Board Hearing, the Board adopted Rule 2202 - On-Road Motor Vehicle Mitigation Options, and directed staff to bring back information and necessary documents to allow consideration of a possible exemption of primary and secondary school districts. This report discusses background information on the school exemption issues, including potential pollutant emissions impacts. Rule language that would exempt primary and secondary schools as well as other school district facilities is provided in the event the Board elects to adopt such an exemption.
4. Amend Contract with Telos Consulting Services to
Increase the Funding for Systems Development Work
Mathur (909) 396-2722
(vinitam@aqmd.gov )
At its June 10, 1994, meeting, the Board approved a contract with Telos Consulting Services (Telos) to provide system development services on a task-by-task basis. This is a basic ordering agreement, where specific work is defined, and individual task orders issued. During the contract period, additional funding is needed as system development requirements are identified. Staff recommends that the contract be modified to add additional funding in the amount of $100,000 to accommodate identified projects through June 1996. Funding is included in the Fiscal Year 1995-96 budget for Information Management to cover these expenses. This item was reviewed and approved by the Administrative Committee on January 19, 1996.
5. Reallocate Funds for Contracted Communication Services to
Support Rule 701-Episode Forecast and Declaration Dissemination
to Schools
Liu (909) 396-2105
Rule 701, as amended on September 8, 1995, removed the requirements for schools and industry to maintain an antiquated radio system to receive daily air quality forecast and episode declaration. In its place, the AQMD committed to explore new-technology methods to provide episode notification to school districts. Staff recommends that the Board authorize the reallocation of $40,000 of budgeted funds into the Professional and Special Services Account to fund contractual services for providing a communications link to the school districts. This item was reviewed and approved by the Administrative Committee on January 19, 1996.
6. Award a Contract to Privatize Portions of the Annual Emissions Report Program
Liu (909) 396-2105
At its October 1995 meeting, the Board approved the release of a Request for Proposals to privatize portions of the annual emissions report program. All proposals submitted were evaluated and ranked by a panel comprised of AQMD staff and representatives from The Gas Company and the California Council for Environmental and Economic Balance. Staff recommends that the Board award the contract to the successful bidder. Funding is included in Planning and Policy's FY 1995-96 budget. This item was reviewed and approved by the Administrative Committee on January 19, 1996.
7. Issue a Request for Proposals for Source Emissions Testing by Outside Contractors
Nikkila (909) 396-3010
(nnikkila @aqmd.gov )
AQMD has used private sector source emission testing services since 1987 to augment and enhance its source testing capabilities. Applied Science and Technology proposes to continue this contracting effort at a level between 125-150 source compliance tests annually, beginning August 1, 1996. Such compliance testing will be conducted using AQMD test methods in accordance with AQMD quality assurance practices and subject to AQMD review. The maximum total dollar amount to be contracted out is $300,000. This item was reviewed and approved by the Administrative Committee on January 19, 1996.
8. Approve Memorandum of Understanding with the San Bernardino Public Employees Association
Nikkila (909) 396-3010
(nnikkila @aqmd.gov )
Collective bargaining mediation discussions between AQMD management and representatives of the San Bernardino Public Employees Association resulted in a tentative agreement that was subsequently ratified by members of the Professional Bargaining Unit. Under the terms of the agreement, Professional Unit employees would, as of May 1, 1996, work the same Tuesday-through-Friday work week as other AQMD employees. All other terms of the previous Memorandum of Understanding would be extended through June 30, 1996. This recommendation is to approve the ratified labor contract. This item arose after the January 19, 1996 Administrative Committee meeting.
9. Issue a Request for Quotations to Pre-Qualify Vendors for Providing Mailing Services
Jason (909) 396-2065
On March 10, 1995, the Board received and filed a report outlining administrative policy and procedure changes made by the Executive Officer relating to the purchase of nonconsultant services and supplies. One of these changes was a requirement for establishing, through Board approval, a list of prequalified vendors of such services and supplies. Staff is recommending the release of a Request for Quotations which will be used to establish a list of pre-qualified vendors from whom competitive bids may be solicited for mailing services as needed in the remainder of FY 1995-96 and through FYs 1996-97 and 1997-98. This item was reviewed and approved by the Administrative Committee on January 19, 1996.
10. Public Advisor's Report
Bowen (909) 396-3235
(lbowen@aqmd.gov )
This report highlights the Public Advisor, Local Government, Small Business Assistance and Economic Development activities for the month of December, 1995. Comprehensive reports on these efforts are included as Attachments I, II, III and IV, respectively.
11. Civil Actions Filed
Mieras (909) 396-3400
(pmieras@aqmd.gov )
During the period December 1, 1995 through December 31, 1995, the District Prosecutor filed the following legal actions.
12. Hearing Board Variances and Appeals
Abel (909) 396-2500
Mieras (909) 396-3400
(pmieras@aqmd.gov )
During the period of November 1 through November 30, 1996, Hearing Board took action on 16 Variances and 0 Appeals. The bulk of the Hearing Board activity during this period continued to involve CEMS related issues.
13. Lead Agency Projects and Environmental Documents Received
by the AQMD
Liu (909) 396-2105
This report provides for the Governing Board's consideration a listing of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) documents received by the South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) between December 6, 1995, and January 2, 1996, and those projects for which the AQMD is acting as lead agency pursuant to CEQA.
14. Rule Forecast
Leyden (909) 396-3120
(pleyden@aqmd.gov )
BOARD CALENDAR
15. Administrative Committee
Chair: Mikels
Nikkila (909) 396-3010
(nnikkila @aqmd.gov )
16. Legislative Committee
Chair: Burke
Witherspoon (909) 396-3243
17. Mobile Source Committee
Chair: Haggard
Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
(bwallerstein@aqmd.gov )
18. Planning Committee Co-Chairs: Haggard/Lee
Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
(bwallerstein@aqmd.gov )
Planning Committee meeting report (no written material). (Planning Committee is a joint meeting of the Mobile Source and the Stationary Source Committees.)
19. Stationary Source Committee
Chair: Lee
Leyden (909) 396-3120
(pleyden@aqmd.gov )
20. Technology Committee
Chair: Paulitz
Lents (909) 396-2100
(jlents@aqmd.gov )
21. Interagency AQMP Implementation Committee
Chair: Mikels
Bowen (909) 396-3235
(lbowen@aqmd.gov )
22. Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee
Board Liaison: Paulitz
Rhinehart (909) 396-2898
23. Advisory Council Minutes of December 7, 1995 Meeting
Board Liaison: Mikels
24. Air Resources Board Monthly Meeting
AQMD Rep.: Silva
25. Proposed Regulatory Reform Initiatives (No Written
Material)
Lents (909) 396-2100
(jlents@aqmd.gov )
At the January 12, 1996 meeting, the Governing Board directed staff to evaluate the potential to implement several regulatory reform initiatives proposed by Chairman Mikels.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
26. Annual Report on the Air Toxics " Hot Spots" Risk Assessment Program
Leyden (909) 396-3120
(pleyden@aqmd.gov )
Air districts are responsible for implementing requirements of the Air Toxics "Hot Spots" Information and Assessment Act of 1987 (AB2588). One requirement of the program is an annual report. This report highlights activities and progress through 1995 and provides a summary of anticipated activities during 1996. A significant number of Health Risk Assessments (HRAs) are under final review. Forty-two HRAs have been approved and one in five have required facilities to provide public notice.
27. Public Hearing to Receive Public Input on the Executive Officer's Program Goals/Objectives for Fiscal Year 1996-97
Lents (909) 396-2100
(jlents@aqmd.gov )
A set of Program Goals/Objectives for Fiscal Year 1996-97 has been developed. The Executive Officer wishes to receive public- and Board-member input on these Program Goals/Objectives as they will serve as the foundation for the AQMD's Fiscal Year 1996-97 Work Program.
28. Staff Recommendation and Rulemaking Action Plan on
Intercredit Trading--Increasing Flexibility for AQMD's Mobile
and Stationary Source Emissions Credit Programs
Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
(bwallerstein@aqmd.gov )
In April 1995, the Board initiated the Intercredit Trading Study. The objective of this study is to assess the feasibility of linking the AQMD's mobile and stationary emissions credit trading programs to increase compliance flexibility while achieving air quality goals. In October 1995, AQMD staff released for public review a draft paper on issues surrounding intercredit trading. Four workshops were held in November. Based on public comments received, staff is finalizing policy recommendations and an action plan for rulemaking. Actual rulemaking would occur later. The report will be made available prior to February public hearing.
29. Hearing to Consider Amendments to Subparagraph (f)(7)
of Rule 2202 - On-Road Motor Vehicle Mitigation Options Pertaining
to Fees for the Air Quality Investment Program
Wasikowski (909) 396-3264
(cwasikowski@aqmd.gov)
At the December 1995 Board Hearing, the Board adopted Rule 2202 - On-Road Vehicle Mitigation Options, and directed staff to bring back information for further evaluation of appropriate fees for participation in the Air Quality Investment Program (AQIP). This report discusses the AQIP fees related to Rule 2202.
CLOSED SESSION
30. Closed Session to Consider Pending or Potential Litigation
and Personnel Matters (No Written Material)
Greenwald (909) 396-2303
(pgreenwald@aqmd.gov )
OTHER BUSINESS
31. Issue a Request for Proposals for a Management Firm to Operate the Diamond Bar Headquarters Child Care Center
Nikkila (909) 396-3010
(nnikkila @aqmd.gov )
On April 14, 1995, the Board awarded a bid to Bright Horizons Children's Centers, Inc. to manage and operate the child care center at the Diamond Bar Headquarters facility. Bright Horizons notified the AQMD on January 30, 1996 that it has decided to terminate the contract, and staff is requesting permission to develop a new RFP and seek new bids. Because the AQMD was only notified on January 30, discussion leading up to development of RFP language will prevent the RFP from being provided at the February 9, 1996 Board meeting. This item arose after the January 19, 1996 Administrative Committee meeting.
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - (Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3)
Members of the public are afforded an opportunity to speak
on any listed item. Please notify the Clerk of the Board, (909)
396-2500, if you wish to do so. All agendas are posted at AQMD
Headquarters, 21865 E. Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, California,
at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting. All information concerning
agenda items may be reviewed in the Library at AQMD Headquarters
one week before Board meetings. At the end of the agenda, an opportunity
is also provided for the public to speak on any subject within
the AQMD's authority. Speakers may be limited to three (3) minutes
each.
Note that on items listed on the Consent Calendar and the balance
of the agenda any motion, including action, can be taken (consideration
is not limited to listed recommended actions). Additional matters
can be added and action taken by two-thirds vote, or in the case
of an emergency, by a majority vote. Matters raised under Public
Comments may not be acted upon at that meeting other than as provided
above.
Written comments will be accepted by the Board and made part of
the record, provided 25 copies are presented to the Clerk of the
Board.
AQMD = Air Quality Management District NESHAPS = National Emission Standards for
Hazardous Pollutants
AQMP = Air Quality Management Plan NOx = Oxides of Nitrogen
ARB = California Air Resources Board NSPS = New Source Performance Standards
AVR = Average Vehicle Ridership NSR = New Source Review
BACT = Best Available Control Technology PM10 = Particulate Matter < 10 microns
CEMs = Continuous Emissions Monitors RECLAIM = REgional CLean Air Incentives
Market
CEQA = California Environmental Quality RFP = Request for Proposals
Act
CE-CERT = College of Engineering-Center
for Environmental Research & Technology
CO = Carbon Monoxide RFQ = Request for Quotations
CTG = Control Technology Guideline SCAG = Southern California Association of
Governments
EPA = Environmental Protection Agency SEDAB = Southeast Desert Air Basin
EV = Electric Vehicle SIP = State Implementation Plan
FY = Fiscal Year SOx = Oxides of Sulfur
HRA = Health Risk Assessment TCM = Transportation Control Measure
IAIC - Interagency AQMP Implementation VMT = Vehicle Miles Traveled
Committee
IGA = Intergovernmental Affairs VOC = Volatile Organic Compound
LEV = Low Emission Vehicle ZEV = Zero Emission Vehicle
MOU = Memorandum of Understanding
MSERCs = Mobile Source Emission Reduction
Credits
MSRC = Mobile Source (Air Pollution Reduction)
Review Committee