Dix (909) 396-2500
(jdix@aqmd.gov )
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 Letters and their attachments (if any) for the month of January 1997 in Microsoft Word 6.0 can be down loaded (self extracting compressed) from within the individual Board letter (click on "Attachment" at the end of the letter)
CALL TO ORDER
Note: Consent Calendar items held for discussion will be moved to Item No. 20.
1. Minutes of December 6 and December 13, 1996 Board Meetings
Dix (909) 396-2500
(jdix@aqmd.gov )
2. Set Public Hearing February 14, 1997 to Amend
Rule 2000 - General; Rule 2001 - Applicability;
Rule 2002 - Allocations for NOx and SOx;
Rule 2005 - New Source Review for RECLAIM;
Rule 2011 - Requirements for Monitoring, Reporting, and Recordkeeping for SOx Emissions;
Rule 2012 - Requirements for Monitoring, Reporting, and Recordkeeping for NOx Emissions, and
Rule 2015 - Backstop Provisions
Leyden (909) 396-3120
(pleyden@aqmd.gov )
Proposed amendments modify: exemption provisions, emission factors, and certain monitoring and reporting requirements. Of particular note are the revised requirements for non-operating and infrequently-operated major sources. This was reviewed by the Stationary Source Committee on December 5, 1996.
3. Set Public Hearing February 14, 1997 to Receive Public Input
on Executive Officer’s Program Goals/Objectives
for FY 1997-98 Budget
Lents (909) 396-2100
(jlents@aqmd.gov )
A set of Program Goals/Objectives for the FY 1997-98 Budget have been developed. These Program Goals/Objectives serve as the foundation for the AQMD’s FY 1997-98 Work Program.
4. Execute Contracts for AQIP for the Third Quarter of 1996
Wasikowski (909) 396-3264
(cwasikowski@aqmd.gov)
Rule 2202 - On-Road Motor Vehicle Mitigation Options was adopted on December 8, 1995. As one compliance strategy, Rule 2202 allows employers to invest in the AQIP. Monies received are placed in a restricted account to fund programs that result in equivalent emission reductions that would otherwise have been achieved by the participating employers. Staff evaluated the proposals received during the third quarter of 1996 and this action is to recommend several for funding. The adjusted amount available for this quarter is $986,068. This was reviewed by the Administrative Committee on December 20, 1996, and recommended for approval.
5. Transfer $1.5 Million from the Air Quality Assistance Fund to the General Purpose Agency Fund to be held for the Regional Transportation Agencies Coalition Pursuant to Health & Safety Code Sections 40458 and 44243.5
Wasikowski (909) 396-3264
(cwasikowski@aqmd.gov)
The AQMD is required by Section 44243.5(a) of the Health and Safety Code to provide $1.5 million, on or before January 15, 1997, to the Regional Transportation Agencies (RTAC) or its successor agency for the purpose of enabling regional or county rideshare agencies to provide marketing and client services to maximize voluntary ridesharing in the air basin. Since RTAC does not have the authority to receive and safeguard funds, AQMD will transfer the money to an agency fund pending direction from RTAC for disbursement.
6. Execute Contracts for Temporary Engineering Services
Coy (909) 396-2434
(ccoy@aqmd.gov )
On September 13, 1996, the Board approved the release of an RFP to select contractors to assist with permit processing when needed to respond to temporary work load increases. A panel has reviewed the proposals submitted in response to the RFP and recommends awarding bids to two firms. In its September action, the Board also reallocated $200,000 in the FY 1996-97 budget for this purpose. This was reviewed by the Administrative Committee on November 22, 1996 and recommended for approval.
7. Issue RFQ to Acquire Continuous NOx Analyzers for the
Ambient Air Monitoring Network
Nikkila (909) 396-3010
(nnikkila @aqmd.gov )
The streamlining and modernization of AQMD’s air monitoring network is necessary to accomplish mandated requirements in the face of declining revenue and resources. This RFQ is for the replacement of 17 NOx analyzers with modern, state-of-the-art equipment. The newer technology would be more reliable, easier to maintain and less costly to operate with proposed staffing levels. A total of $156,000 is available in the FY 1996-97 budget. This was reviewed by the Administrative Committee on December 20, 1996, and recommended for approval.
8. Issue RFQ to Acquire Meteorological Sensor Systems for the Photochemical Assessment Monitoring Stations Program
Nikkila (909) 396-3010
(nnikkila @aqmd.gov )
The streamlining and modernization of AQMD’s air monitoring network is necessary to accomplish mandated requirements in the face of declining revenue and resources. This RFQ is for the replacement of ten Meteorological Sensor Systems with modern, state-of-the-art equipment. The newer technology is more reliable, easier to maintain, and less costly to operate with proposed staffing levels. The FY 1996-97 budget includes $72,000 allocated to Applied Science and Technology, and $18,000 to Planning and Policy, for the purchase of the Meteorological Sensor Systems. This was reviewed by the Administrative Committee on December 20, 1996, and recommended for approval.
9. Issue RFQ to Acquire Automated Gas Chromatograph System for the Photochemical Assessment Monitoring Stations Program
Nikkila (909) 396-3010
(nnikkila @aqmd.gov )
The Photochemical Assessment Monitoring Stations (PAMS) program is in its fourth year of implementation and an Automated Gas Chromatograph System is needed for the Burbank PAMS Type 2 Site, slated to be on-line for the 1997 smog season. This equipment is the most cost effective way to develop the required air monitoring data. There is $70,000 allocated for the purchase of an Automated Gas Chromatograph in the FY 1996-97 budget. This was reviewed by Administrative Committee on December 20, 1996, and recommended for approval.
10. Issue RFP to Hire Outside Worker’s Compensation Counsel
Baird (909) 396-2302
(bbaird @aqmd.gov )
From time to time the AQMD requires the assistance of outside litigation counsel having expertise and experience in worker’s compensation law and procedures. The purpose of this RFP is to solicit qualified law firms or sole practitioners to establish a prequalified list that District Counsel may use to represent the AQMD in possible future litigation where outside counsel is required. The maximum dollar amount that may be contracted out is up to $70,000 per year for three years. This was reviewed by the Administrative Committee on December 20, 1996 and recommended for approval.
11. Appointees to Designated Deputy Positions
Lents (909) 396-2100
(jlents@aqmd.gov )
Several contracts with Designated Deputies expire January 31, 1997. This action is to make recommendations to the Governing Board regarding these.
12. Adopt Resolution Regarding Advisory Council to Create Final Charters for Advisory Groups, Modify Method of Appointment of Advisory Group Members, and Add Performance and Attendance Criteria for Advisory Council and Advisory Group Members
Lents (909) 396-2100
(jlents@aqmd.gov )
At its December 13, 1996 meeting, the Governing Board adopted Resolution 96-24 Regarding Advisory Council which established six Advisory Groups and adopted interim charters for them; reorganized the Advisory Council; and specified membership, duties, compensation and other administrative matters relating to the Advisory Groups and the Advisory Council. The Board also referred the item back to the Administrative Committee to review Board Member suggestions. This action is to adopt the Administrative Committee’s further recommendations. This was review by the Administrative Committee on December 20, 1996 and recommended for approval.
13. Three-Year Budget Forecast
Pearce (909) 396-2828
(rpearce@aqmd.gov )
State law requires the AQMD to prepare and submit annually to the state board a three-year budget forecast based upon existing programs and rules and new programs or rules to be adopted. This is the seventh annual Three-Year Budget Forecast.
14. Audit for FY Ended June 30, 1996
Pearce (909) 396-2828
(rpearce@aqmd.gov )
This agenda item transmits the annual financial audit performed by an independent certified public accountant. The AQMD has received an unqualified opinion on its financial statements.
15. Rule Forecast
Leyden (909) 396-3120
(pleyden@aqmd.gov )
16. 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 November, 1996. Comprehensive reports on these efforts are set forth in Sections I, II, III and IV, respectively.
17. AQMD Advisor, January 1997
Eichhorn (909) 396-3240
(teichhorn@aqmd.gov
)
The latest edition of the AQMD Advisor, the news publication of the South Coast Air Quality Management District, is presented as an information item.
18. Hearing Board Variances and Appeals
Abel (909) 396-2500
During the period of October 1 through October 31, 1996, the Hearing Board took action on 14 Variances and 2 Appeals.
19. Lead Agency Projects and Environmental Documents
Received by the AQMD
Zeldin (909) 396-3058
(mzeldin@aqmd.gov )
This report provides for the Board’s consideration a listing of CEQA documents received by the AQMD between November 2, 1996 and December 3, 1996, and those projects for which the AQMD is acting as lead agency pursuant to CEQA.
20. Items Deferred from Consent Calendar
BOARD CALENDAR
Note:
(b) The Technology Committee did not meet in December. The next meeting is scheduled for January 17, 1997.
21. Administrative Committee
Chair: Mikels
Nikkila (909) 396-3010
(nnikkila @aqmd.gov )
22. Legislative Committee
Chair: Burke
Witherspoon (909) 396-3243
(cwitherspoon@aqmd.gov)
23. Stationary Source Committee
Chair: Lee
Leyden (909) 396-3120
(pleyden@aqmd.gov )
24. Interagency AQMP Implementation Committee
Chair: Mikels
Bowen (909) 396-3235
(lbowen@aqmd.gov )
25. Mobile Source Air Pollution
Reduction Review Committee and
Approve Motor Vehicle Registration Fees
Report to CARB for FY 1995-96 for the
AB 2766 Discretionary Fund Portions
Board Liaison: Paulitz
Rhinehart (909) 396-2898
(lrhinehart@aqmd.gov)
26. Air Resources Board Monthly Meeting
Board Rep.: Silva
27. Form Ad Hoc Committee to Review Air Quality Impacts of Regional Airports
Mikels
28. AQMD Comments Regarding U.S. EPA’s Proposed New
Ambient Air Quality Standards for Fine Particulates and Ozone
Lents (909) 396-2100
(jlents@aqmd.gov )
On November 27, 1996, U.S. EPA proposed revised ambient air quality standards for fine particulates and ozone. The proposed standards have been published in the Federal Register for a 60-day public comment period. Staff has reviewed the proposed standards and companion documents on an interim transition policy, and monitoring requirements for PM2.5. AQMD comments are provided for Board consideration and upon approval will be forwarded to U.S. EPA for inclusion in the record.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
29. Technical Guidance Document for Regulation XXX -
Title V Permits
Coy (909) 396-2434
(ccoy@aqmd.gov )
AQMD’s federally mandated Title V Operating Permit Program is expected to receive interim approval from EPA in January 1997. Facilities subject to Title V are required to begin applying for a permit within the first year of program implementation. To assist these facilities during this process, AQMD staff has prepared application forms and a Technical Guidance Document (TGD) that will provide simple instruction and clarification on compliance with Title V. The TGD will be updated as needed to respond to program changes and the needs of regulated facilities. This was reviewed by the Stationary Source Committee on December 5, 1996.
30. Amend Rule 1145 - Plastic, Rubber and Glass Coatings
Coy (909) 396-2434
(ccoy@aqmd.gov )
Proposed amendments will: 1) lower VOC requirements for electric dissipating and shock-free coatings; 2) replace solvent cleaning operations language with a reference to Rule 1171 provisions; 3) add a transfer efficiency requirement of 65% to be consistent with other AQMD coating rules; 4) replace outdated compliance test methods with current AQMD test methods; and, 5) add an exemption for air brush operations from transfer efficiency requirements. Proposed amendments will result in an emission reduction of approximately 1.4 tons of VOC per day. This was reviewed by the Stationary Source Committee on December 5, 1996.
31. Amend Rule 403 - Fugitive Dust and Adopt Proposed
Rule 1186 - PM10 Emissions from Paved and Unpaved Roads and Livestock Operations
Zeldin (909) 396-3058
(mzeldin@aqmd.gov )
The 1994 PM10 SIP identified candidate best available control measures (BACM) for fugitive dust sources and established technical and cost feasibility criteria for their adoption by February 8, 1997, as required by the federal Clean Air Act. AQMD staff has completed the BACM feasibility analysis and has incorporated the BACM that meet the feasibility criteria into proposed amendments to AQMD Rule 403 and Proposed Rule 1186.
CLOSED SESSION
32.
Closed Session to Consider Personnel Matters
(No Written Material)
Greenwald (909) 396-2303
(pgreenwald@aqmd.gov)
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6, to confer with its Labor Negotiator. Agency negotiator: Nick Nikkila/Charles Goldstein. Employee Organizations: Teamsters Local 911 and San Bernardino Public Employees Association. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a), to confer with its counsel regarding pending litigation which has been initiated formally and to which the District is a party. The title of the litigation is: Paige Bruyn, et al. v. South Coast Air Quality Management District, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. K018186.
OTHER BUSINESS
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.
ACRONYMS
AQMD = Air Quality Management District
AQMP = Air Quality Management Plan
ARB = California Air Resources Board
AVR = Average Vehicle Ridership
BACT = Best Available Control Technology
CEMs = Continuous Emissions Monitors
CEQA = California Environmental Quality Act
CE-CERT = College of Engineering-Center for Environmental Research
and Technology
CO = Carbon Monoxide
CTG = Control Technology Guideline
EPA = Environmental Protection Agency
EV = Electric Vehicle
FY = Fiscal Year
HRA = Health Risk Assessment
IAIC = Interagency AQMP Implementation Committee
IGA = Intergovernmental Affairs
LEV = Low Emission Vehicle
MOU = Memorandum of Understanding
MSERCs = Mobile Source Emission Reduction Credits
MSRC = Mobile Source (Air Pollution Reduction) Review Committee
NESHAPS = National Emission Standards for Hazardous Pollutants
NOx = Oxides of Nitrogen
NSPS = New Source Performance Standards
NSR = New Source Review
PM10 = Particulate Matters 10 microns
RECLAIM = REgional CLean Air Incentives
Market
RFP = Request for Proposals
RFQ = Request for Quotations
SCAG = Southern California Association of Governments
SEDAB = Southeast Desert Air Basin
SIP = State Implementation Plan
SOx = Oxides of Sulfur
TCM = Transportation Control Measure
VMT = Vehicle Miles Traveled
VOC = Volatile Organic Compound
ZEV = Zero Emission Vehicle