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 November 1998 in Microsoft Word 6.0 can be downloaded (self extracting compressed) from within the individual Board letter (click on "Attachment" at the end of the letter)
CALL TO ORDER
CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 1 through 17)
Note: Consent Calendar items held for discussion will be moved to Item No. 28
1. Minutes of October 9, 1998 Board Meeting
(jdix@aqmd.gov)
2. Set Public Hearing December 11, 1998 to Amend Rule
1151 - Motor Vehicle and Mobile Equipment Non-Assembly Line Coating Operations
Broadbent(909) 396-3789
(jbroadbent@aqmd.gov)
Proposed amendments will address industry/staff concerns by delaying implementation of
Group II multistage topcoat VOC limits, exempting from VOC limits topcoats used on
prototype motor vehicles, adding 10% usage limitation on a monthly basis for specialty
coatings, extending "prohibition of sale, offer for sale, and distribution"
applicability to all parties involved, requiring coating manufacturers/jobbers to offer
for sale clearcoats with 2.1 lbs/gal VOC or less by January 1, 1999, and clarifying the
rule language. Proposed amendments will result in a delay of 1200 lbs/day emission
reduction for about three and a half months due to delaying implementation of multistage
topcoat limit, and permanent average emission reduction loss of 9 lbs/day due to prototype
motor vehicle exemption.
3. Set Public Hearing December 11, 1998 to Amend Rule 403 -
Fugitive Dust and Rule 1186 - PM10 Emissions from Paved and Unpaved Roads, and Livestock
Operations
Chang (909) 396-3186
(echang@aqmd.gov)
As directed by the Board, staff has worked with agriculture groups, local governments,
and street sweeper manufacturers to resolve implementation issues arising from the
February 1997 amendment of Rule 403 and adoption of Rule 1186. Staff proposes to
streamline Rule 403 agricultural requirements and postpone the effective date six months
to allow for education / outreach. Staff is also proposing a one-year delay from the Rule
1186 January 1, 1999 procurement date for PM10-efficient street sweepers, to allow for
completion of sweeper testing protocols, certification testing, and jurisdiction budgeting
and procurement. Certain U.S. EPA SIP-approvability issues are addressed. This item was
reviewed by the Mobile Source Committee meeting on October 16, 1998.
Budget/Fiscal Impact
4. Status Report and Implementation of Inland Empire
Committee Recommendations #2 and #3
Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
(bwallerstein@aqmd.gov)
This report highlights the October 1998 activities to implement two of the seven recommendations from the Board's Ad Hoc Inland Empire Committee. Staff performed an air quality analysis of the high ozone concentrations observed in the Central San Bernardino Mountains during the summer of 1998. In addition, staff has made an initial estimate of the cost to implement a pager notification system. Staff is requesting approval from the Board to move forward with the pager system pilot program.
5. Execute Contract to Cosponsor Evaluation of Cetaner in
Medium-Duty Engine and Vehicle
Liu (909) 396-2105
(cliu@aqmd.gov)
The Board has adopted a policy of encouraging the reduction of diesel engine emissions
in the Basin to improve air quality and reduce health impact. Although low emission
alternative fuel vehicles are becoming more commonplace, medium- and heavy-duty diesel
vehicles tend to remain in service for many years. Retrofitting existing vehicles to
alternative fuel is often not feasible. Laboratory testing of a liquid derivative of
Dimethyl Ether (DME), a product called Cetaner, blended with diesel fuel resulted in a
40-80% reduction in NOx emissions. The proposed project will evaluate Cetaner to determine
performance and emissions when used in a medium-duty engine. AQMD cost-share of this
$531,976 project will not exceed $264,760. This item was reviewed by the Technology
Committee on October 16, 1998. Less than a quorum was present; those Committee members
present communicated their concurrence.
6. Execute Contract to Cost-Share Demonstration of Dynamic
Recirculation/Fluidized Bed Solvent Recovery from Spray Coating Operations
Liu (909) 396-2105
(cliu@aqmd.gov)
The cost to control VOC emissions from spray coating operations is related to the
volume of air flow through the spray booth that must be handled by the pollution control
equipment. The ARB has awarded a contract to demonstrate a dynamically optimized
recirculation system coupled with a fluidized bed control system on a large spray coating
operation. The innovative recirculation system minimized air flow through the system
without compromising worker protection while the control system allows for recovery of the
exhausted solvent. ARB has requested AQMD cost-sharing to complete the demonstration at a
site in the Basin. The total cost of the proposed project is about $537,200 with AQMD
cost-share not to exceed $50,000. This item was reviewed by the Technology Committee on
October 16, 1998. Less than a quorum was present; those Committee members present
communicated their concurrence.
7. Amend Contract to Cost-Share Evaluation of Alternative
Specifications to Proposed ARB Standards for Motor Vehicle Grade Liquefied Petroleum Gas
Liu (909) 396-2105
(cliu@aqmd.gov)
At its January 1998 meeting, the Board approved entering into a cost-share project to
evaluate engine performance and emissions for different formulations of liquefied
petroleum gas (LPG) to determine a standard specification for motor vehicle grade LPG. The
proposed amendment would add $19,000 to support the purchase of one test engine, which
project sponsors originally thought would be donated. Total cost of the project is
approximately $500,000. AQMD cost will not exceed $119,000, including the proposed
amendment. This item was reviewed by the Technology Committee on October 16, 1998. Less
than a quorum was present; those Committee members present communicated their
concurrence.
8. Issue RFP to Cost-Share Development and Demonstration of
Zero- and Low-VOC Resin Technology for Advanced Control Measure Development
Liu (909) 396-2105
(cliu@aqmd.gov)
Coatings are a major source of VOC emissions in the South Coast AQMD. Emissions from architectural and industrial maintenance coatings account for over 49 tons per day of emissions. This action is to issue an RFP to solicit proposals to develop and demonstrate zero and low-VOC resin technology to reduce emissions from many of these coating categories, including stains, sealers, and clear wood finishes. The total AQMD cost-share will not exceed $250,000. This item was reviewed by the Technology Committee on October 16, 1998. Less than a quorum was present; those Committee members present communicated their concurrence..
9. Issue RFP to Provide Engineering Services
Coy (909) 396-2434
(ccoy@aqmd.gov)
Programs such as Title V increase the number of applications to be processed beyond the normal workload. In order to respond to the increased workload, it is necessary to hire outside engineering services. This action is to issue an RFP to select one or more contractors to assist in processing permits and provide services as needed. Funding for these services, $155,000, has been allocated in the FY 1998-99 Budget. This item was reviewed by the Stationary Source Committee on October 23, 1998, and recommended for approval.
10. Remove Various Fixed Assets for Trade-in and Disposal
from Monitoring and Analysis Inventory
Zeldin (909) 396-3058
(mzeldin@aqmd.gov)
AQMD Policy and Procedure No. 20 requires an annual Monitoring and Analysis inventory
and the disposal of fixed assets declared surplus. The annual fixed asset inventory was
recently conducted. Due to the equipment replacement program, and modernization of the air
monitoring network, a significant number of items have been identified for surplus.
Further, in order to receive trade-in credit toward the purchase of approved fixed assets,
existing inventory assets must be declared surplus. This action is to declare as surplus
the equipment determined to be obsolete and broken and not worth repairing. This item was
reviewed by the Administrative Committee on October 23, 1998, and recommended for
approval.
Information Only - Receive and File
11. Report of Six-Month Trial Program to Use Tele- or
Videoconferencing for Committee Meetings
Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
(bwallerstein@aqmd.gov)
At the December 1997 meeting, the Board authorized its committees to experiment with
teleconferencing or videoconferencing for a six-month period and report on the results.
The trial period began in March 1998, and this reports on the usage of teleconferencing
and videoconferencing. This was reviewed by the Administrative Committee on October 23,
1998, and recommended for approval.
12. Public Affairs Report
Valdez (909) 396-3780
(lvaldez@aqmd.gov)
This report highlights the September 1998 activities of the Public Affairs Office which
includes the following activities: Environmental Justice Update, Community Events/Public
Meetings, Business Assistance, Intergovernmental Affairs and Media Communications. The
latest edition of the AQMD Advisor is included with this report.
13. Hearing Board Variances and Appeals
Camarena/2500
During the period of August 1 through August 31, 1998, the Hearing Board took action on
12 Variances and 0 Appeals.
14. Civil Filing and Civil Penalties Report
Mieras/3400
This reports the monthly penalties from August 1 through August 31, 1998, and legal
actions filed by the District Prosecutor during the period September 1 through September
30, 1998, pursuant to authority granted by the Board in Resolution 78-27. A glossary
explaining key terms is attached with this Report.
15. Rule and Control Measure Forecast
Broadbent(909) 396-3789
(jbroadbent@aqmd.gov)
16. Status Report on Major Projects for Information
Management Scheduled to Start During First Six Months of FY 1998-99
Mathur (909) 396-2722
(vmathur@aqmd.gov )
Information Management is responsible for data systems management services in support
of all AQMD operations. This action is to provide the monthly status report on major
automation contracts and projects to be initiated by Information Management during the
first six months of FY 1998-99.
17. Lead Agency Projects and Environmental Documents
Received by the AQMD
Valdez (909) 396-3780
(lvaldez@aqmd.gov)
This report provides, for the Board's consideration, a listing of CEQA documents
received by the AQMD between September 2, 1998 and October 1, 1998, and those projects for
which the AQMD is acting as lead agency pursuant to CEQA. This item was reviewed by the
Mobile Source Committee on October 16, 1998.
BOARD CALENDAR
18. Administrative Committee
Chair: Glover
Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
(bwallerstein@aqmd.gov)
19. Legislative Committee
Chair: Alarc�n
Valdez (909) 396-3780
(lvaldez@aqmd.gov)
20. Mobile Source Committee
Chair: Soto
Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
(bwallerstein@aqmd.gov)
21. Stationary Source Committee
Chair: Lee
Coy (909) 396-2434
(ccoy@aqmd.gov)
22. Technology Committee
Chair: Burke
Liu (909) 396-2105
(cliu@aqmd.gov)
23. Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee
Board Liaison: Soto
Rhinehart (909) 396-2898
(lrhinehart@aqmd.gov)
24. Air Resources Board Monthly Report
Board Rep.: Silva
25. Status of Home Rule Advisory Group
Glover/Soto/Wilson
This report is to apprise the Governing Board on the status of efforts of the Home Rule Advisory Group.
Existing policy provides that Advisory Groups' opinions and recommendations shall be reported to the Group's respective Board Committee. This action is to clarify that the Board Committee, upon concurrence with Advisory Group commentary, will provide the Advisory Group input to the full board for its consideration. The full Board then can establish the agency's position, either directly or through the Executive Officer. This item was reviewed by the Administrative Committee on October 23, 1998, and recommended for approval.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
26. Adopt Proposed Rule 112 - Definition of Minor Violation
and Guidelines for Issuance of Notice to Comply
Coy (909) 396-2434
(ccoy@aqmd.gov)
Effective January 1, 1996, AB 2937 (Brulte) requires each air district in the state of
California to develop a rule governing the issuance of a Notice to Comply for minor
violations. A California Air Pollution Control Officer Association (CAPCOA) task force was
convened that year to draft core rule language for adoption by all districts statewide,
subject to minor local modifications as required. Following numerous CAPCOA public
consultation meetings held throughout the state in 1997 and recent local District
workshops, comments were evaluated and rule language modified as necessary. Proposed Rule
112 represents the culmination of this effort to meet the requirements of AB 2937. This
item was reviewed by the Stationary Source Committee on September 18, 1998.
27. Amend Rule 1610 - Old Vehicle Scrapping
Chang (909) 396-3186
(echang@aqmd.gov)
At its August 14, 1998 meeting, the Board postponed action for 60 days on staff's
proposal to amend Rule 1610 and referred this item to the Technology Committee to resolve
issues associated with the parts destruction requirement. The Technology Committee
reviewed staff's August 14, 1998 proposal to address U.S. EPA's comments on rule
approvability, and requested staff to continue working with impacted parties to further
resolve implementation issues. Subsequently, staff conducted a meeting on September 15 to
develop a revised parts destruction requirement. Although complete agreement was not
obtained, proposed rule language was developed, representing staff's best effort to bridge
differences among impacted parties. This item was reviewed by the Mobile Source Committee
on October 16, 1998.
28. Items Deferred from Consent Calendar
CLOSED SESSION
29. Closed Session (No Written Material)
Greenwald (909) 396-2303
(pgreenwald@aqmd.gov)
It is necessary for the Board to recess to closed session to confer with its counsel
pursuant to the following Government Code Sections: [a] 54957 to consider the appointment
of a public employee -- the position is Executive Officer; [b] 54956.9(a) regarding
pending litigation which has been initiated formally and to which the District is a
party--the action is Coalition for Clean Air, et al. v. SCAQMD, et al., USDC No. 97-6916
HLH (SHx); and [c] 54956.9(b)(1) because, based on existing facts and circumstances, there
is a significant exposure to litigation against the agency--one case.
OTHER BUSINESS
30. Appoint AQMD Executive Officer and Establish Compensation Package (No Written
Material)
Burke
31. Petition for Regulation XII Hearing on Catalina Furniture Company's
Applications for Permits for Eleven Spray Booths and Three Dip Tanks
Dix (909) 396-2500
(jdix@aqmd.gov)
Catalina Furniture Company, Inc. (Catalina) has petitioned the Board to hold a hearing
pursuant to District Regulation XII on Catalina's permit applications for eleven spray
booths and three dip tanks. The Board will consider whether or not to set a
hearing.
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - (Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items, Pursuant to
Government Code Section 54954.3)
ADJOURNMENT
***PUBLIC COMMENTS***
Members of the public are afforded an opportunity to speak on any listed item
before or during consideration of that 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. 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
AQIP = Air Quality Investment Program
ARB/CARB = California Air Resources Board
AVR = Average Vehicle Ridership
Cal/EPA = California Environmental Protection Agency
CEMS = Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems
CEQA = California Environmental Quality Act
CE-CERT = College of Engineering-Center for Environmental Research and Technology
CNG = Compressed Natural Gas
CO = Carbon Monoxide
CTG = Control Techniques 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
LNG = Liquefied Natural Gas
MOU = Memorandum of Understanding
MSERCs = Mobile Source Emission Reduction Credits
MSRC = Mobile Source (Air Pollution Reduction) Review Committee
NESHAPS = National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants
NGV = Natural Gas Vehicle
NOx = Oxides of Nitrogen
NSPS = New Source Performance Standards
NSR = New Source Review
PAMS = Photochemical Assessment Monitoring Stations
PAR = Proposed Amended Rule
PM10 = Particulate Matter < 10 microns
PM2.5 = Particulate Matter < 2.5 microns
PR = Proposed Rule
RFP = Request for Proposals
RFQ = Request for Quotations
SCAG = Southern California Association of Governments
SIP = State Implementation Plan
SOx = Oxides of Sulfur
TCM = Transportation Control Measure
ULEV = Ultra Low Emission Vehicle
VMT = Vehicle Miles Traveled
VOC = Volatile Organic Compound
ZEV = Zero Emission Vehicle