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 April 1999 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 24)
Note: Consent Calendar items held for discussion will be moved to Item No. 25.
1. Minutes of March 12, 1999 Board
Meeting
Dix (909) 396-2827
(jdix@aqmd.gov)
2. Set Public Hearing May 14, 1999 to Amend Rule
218 - Continuous Emission Monitoring and Adopt Proposed Rule 218.1 - Continuous Emission
Monitoring Performance Specifications
Zeldin (909) 396-3058
(mzeldin@aqmd.gov)
The proposed amendments to Rule 218 will delete obsolete language, clarify administrative requirements, provide flexibility, delete the stack monitoring system performance specifications and revise the rule title from Stack Monitoring to Continuous Emission Monitoring. Proposed Rule 218.1 will incorporate the continuous emission monitoring system performance specifications, as well as revise and identify performance specifications to meet AQMD requirements for approval. This item was reviewed by the Stationary Source Committee on March 19, 1999.
3. Set Public Hearing May 14, 1999 to Amend Rule 462 -
Organic Liquid Loading
Coy (909) 396-2434
(ccoy@aqmd.gov)
The proposed amendments are necessary to address a vapor leak measurement issue identified by USEPA for inclusion in the SIP. The proposed amendments also provide a compliance mechanism for the vapor recovery systems that do not require CARB certification pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 41954. In addition, other amendments are proposed to clarify rule requirements and improve rule enforceability. This item was reviewed by the Stationary Source Committee on March 19, 1999.
4. Set Public Hearing May 14, 1999 to Amend Regulation
III - Fees and Rescind Rule 301.2 - Amnesty for Unpermitted Equipment and Rule 310 - Fee
Schedules
(jbroadbent@aqmd.gov)
Proposed amendments include a 2.0% CPI adjustment; delay for one year the second increase for gasoline nozzles and Title V fees; changes for portable equipment registered with the state; and adjustments to fees for some spray booths. Fees are specified for equipment requiring permits due to amendments to Rule 219. The proposal implements the State AB 2588 fee regulation, with no increases from last year. A small fee is established for MSERC trades. Other changes may also be proposed. Rules 301.2 and 310 have effective dates that have passed, so staff recommends these rules be rescinded. This item was reviewed by the Stationary Source Committee on March 19, 1999, and will be reviewed by the Mobile Source Committee on April 16, 1999, and Stationary Source and Administrative Committees on April 23, 1999.
Budget/Fiscal Impact
5. Execute Contract for Temporary Engineering Services
Coy (909) 396-2434
(ccoy@aqmd.gov)
On November 13, 1998, 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 executing a contract with Air Quality Specialists, Inc. 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 March 19, 1999, and recommended for approval.
6. Award Contracts in Response to Learning Institute
Program Opportunity Notice
Liu (909) 396-2105
(cliu@aqmd.gov)
Historically, Technology Advancement funding has been made available to educational institutions (community colleges, colleges, and universities) for projects to develop and demonstrate clean alternative fuel applications for on- and off-road vehicles. In response to Program Opportunity Notice 9899-A issued in October 1998, six proposals were selected for funding. The AQMD cost to fund the six selected research projects shall not exceed $757,800. This item was reviewed by the Technology Committee on March 26, 1999, and recommended for approval.
7. This item was withdrawn by staff.
8. Execute Contract to Cosponsor Development and
Demonstration of 250 kW Hybrid Pressurized Solid Oxide Fuel Cell-Micro-Turbine Power-Plant
Liu (909) 396-2105
(cliu@aqmd.gov)
Distributed generation of electricity is expected to play an increasing role in supplying electricity demands in California's deregulated energy marketplace. This deregulated marketplace will demand high-efficiency, low-emission, cost-competitive generation technologies. An advanced power generation technology that integrates an advanced solid oxide fuel cell with a micro-turbine is being developed to meet these demands. Edison Technology Solutions, in conjunction with Siemens Westinghouse and the University of California Irvine National Fuel Cell Research Center, has proposed the demonstration of a 250-kW hybrid fuel cell-micro-turbine capable of over 55% efficiency and negligible emissions. Total cost of this project is $16.2 million; AQMD cost-share will not exceed $200,000. This item was reviewed by the Technology Committee on March 26, 1999, and recommended for approval.
9. Execute Contract to Cosponsor Evaluation of Methanol
Fuel Quality Specifications for Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells
Liu (909) 396-2105
(cliu@aqmd.gov)
Numerous major auto manufacturers are developing proton exchange membrane fuel cell vehicles with on-board methanol reformers. One of the key issues for this technology is to ensure that fuel specifications are appropriate. DBB Fuel Cell Engine Corp., in conjunction with Ford and the American Methanol Institute, has proposed an evaluation of methanol fuel quality, including analysis of the fuel additives and materials present in the fuel supply infrastructure, the sensitivity of fuel cell reformer catalysts to additives and other impurities, and potential alternatives for a commercial grade methanol fuel specification. Total project cost is $465,000. Total AQMD funding shall not exceed $205,000. This item was reviewed by the Technology Committee on March 26, 1999, and recommended for approval.
10. Execute Contracts to Cosponsor School Clean Fuels
Outreach Projects
Liu (909) 396-2105
(cliu@aqmd.gov)
In October 1998, the AQMD released Program Opportunity Notice (PON) #9899-A, entitled, School Clean Fuels Projects, to solicit proposals from academic institutions for projects to develop and demonstrate clean alternative fuel applications for on- and off-road vehicles. A portion of PON funding has been allocated for clean fuels outreach projects, such as co-sponsorship of specific events, student competitions, and other outreach efforts. A total of five outreach project proposals were received during the submittal period. Of these, the Executive Officer has approved funding for one project. Staff proposes to cosponsor three additional projects under the PON, for which total costs are approximately $236,300. AQMD cost-share will not exceed $67,479. This item was reviewed by the Technology Committee on March 26, 1999, and recommended for approval.
11. Issue an RFP to Solicit Projects for Carl Moyer
Memorial Air Quality Standards Attainment Program Funding
Liu (909) 396-2105
(cliu@aqmd.gov)
The AQMD has submitted a request to ARB for up to $12 million from the Carl Moyer Memorial Air Quality Standards Attainment Program (Carl Moyer Program). This RFP complies with ARB program guidelines and funding criteria for low-emission on- and off-road vehicles and equipment, including marine and agricultural equipment. This action is to issue an RFP for up to $12 million for the Carl Moyer Program. This item was reviewed by the Technology Committee on March 26, 1999, and recommended for approval.
12. Amend Contract with Avnet Computer to Upgrade
Business and Development Computers
Marlia (909) 396-3148
cmarlia@aqmd.gov
In February 1996, AQMD entered into a five-year Technology Management Maintenance Service (TMMS) lease with Avnet Computer to acquire DEC Alphaserver 8400 and 2100 computers. The DEC 8400 is the business computer system which supports defined production programs such as CLASS, NSR, compliance, permits, and finance. The DEC 2100 computer system supports development of new applications prior to implementation as production systems on the DEC 8400. This action is to amend the contract with Avnet Computer to exercise the upgrade option (currently valued to be $343,541) in the TMMS agreement to increase storage, backup and processors. This was reviewed by the Administrative Committee on March 19, 1999, and recommended for approval.
13. Issue RFP for Management Firm to Operate Diamond Bar
Headquarters Child Care Center
Tharp (909) 396-3018
etharp@aqmd.gov
The contract with National Pediatric Support Services, Inc. for the management and operation of the Diamond Bar headquarters childcare center expires on August 31, 1999. This action is to issue an RFP to solicit bids from interested parties in order to secure a new three-year contract for these services. This item was reviewed by the Administrative Committee on March 19, 1999, and recommended for approval.
Action Items/Non-Fiscal Impact
14. Revise Procurement Policy and Procedure
Pearce (909) 396-2828
(rpearce@aqmd.gov)
At its October 9, 1998 meeting, the Board approved in concept changes to the Procurement Policy and Procedure. The changes will streamline our business processes and make the best use of the new Finance and Human Resources system. The revisions will also update the policies and procedures to reflect organizational and policy changes which have occurred since the policy was last revised on January 9, 1998. In addition, the contractor selection criteria used in proposal evaluation has been revised to provide greater flexibility. This item was reviewed by the Administrative Committee on March 19, 1999, and recommended for approval.
15. AQMD Fee Structure Study
Pearce (909) 396-2828
(rpearce@aqmd.gov)
In conjunction with the Permit Streamlining Study, the accounting firm of Thompson, Cobb, Bazilio & Associates was retained by the AQMD in June 1998 to provide an independent review of AQMD's fee structure and authority. This final report details the consultant's findings and conclusions; provides specific recommendations to simplify fee information, improve fee equity among all fee payers; and provides greater cost recovery for AQMD programs. This item was reviewed by the Administrative Committee on March 19, 1999, and the Committee recommends approval of staff's recommendation to receive and file the report and defer consideration of the recommendations pending completion of certain related efforts as set forth in the Board letter.
16. Report to Legislature and CARB on
AQMD's Regulatory Activities for Calendar Year 1998
Valdez (909) 396-3780
(lvaldez@aqmd.gov)
The AQMD is required by law to submit a report to the Legislature on its regulatory activities for the preceding calendar year. The report is to include a summary of each rule and rule amendment adopted by AQMD, number of permits issued or denied, emission offset transactions, three-year budget forecast, and an update on the clean fuels program. This item was reviewed by the Legislative Committee on March 19, 1999.
Information Only - Receive and File
17. Public Affairs Report
Valdez (909) 396-3780
(lvaldez@aqmd.gov)
This report highlights the February 1999 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.
18. Rule 2202 Emissions Equivalency Task Force Status
Report
Valdez (909) 396-3780
(lvaldez@aqmd.gov)
This is the final report from the Emissions Equivalency Working Group. This working group is charged with the task of evaluating and recommending methods to make up the emissions shortfall caused by the permanent removal of employers with less than 250 employees from regulation.
19. Hearing Board Variances and Appeals
Camarena (909) 396-2500
(ecamarena@aqmd.gov)
During the period of January 1 through January 31, 1999, the Hearing Board took action on 9 Variances and 0 Appeals.
20. Civil Filing and Civil Penalties
Report
Mieras (909) 396-3400
(pmieras@aqmd.gov)
This reports the monthly penalties from January 1 through January 31, 1999, and legal actions filed by the District Prosecutor during the period February 1 through February 28, 1999, pursuant to authority granted by the Board in Resolution 78-27. A glossary explaining key terms is attached with this Report.
21. Rule and Control Measure Forecast
Broadbent(909) 396-3789
(jbroadbent@aqmd.gov)
22. Report on Effectiveness of Regulation XIII - New
Source Review
Broadbent(909) 396-3789
(jbroadbent@aqmd.gov)
This report, submitted to the Board pursuant to subdivision (b) of Rule 1310 - Analysis and Reporting, provides information on the effectiveness of Regulation XIII - New Source Review (NSR), in meeting state and federal law compliance. AQMD's non-RECLAIM NSR program is shown to meet all state and federal NSR requirements for this reporting period. This item was reviewed by Stationary Source Committee on February 19, 1999.
23. Lead Agency Projects and Environmental Documents
Received by the AQMD
Chang (909) 396-3186
(echang@aqmd.gov)
This report provides, for the Board's consideration, a listing of CEQA documents received by the AQMD between February 2, 1999, and March 1, 1999, and those projects for which the AQMD is acting as lead agency pursuant to CEQA.
24. Status Report on Major Projects for Information
Management Scheduled to Start During Last Six Months of FY 1998-99
Marlia (909) 396-3148
cmarlia@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 last six months of FY 1998-99.
25. Items Deferred from Consent Calendar
BOARD CALENDAR
Note: The Mobile Source Committee did not meet in March. The next Mobile Source
Committee meeting is scheduled for April 16, 1999, 9:30 a.m., in CC8.
26. Administrative Committee
Chair: Glover
Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
(bwallerstein@aqmd.gov)
27. Legislative Committee
Chair: LaPisto-Kirtley
Valdez (909) 396-3780
(lvaldez@aqmd.gov)
The Legislative Committee considered agenda items including recommended positions on the following bills for which the Board will consider adopting positions:
AB 1403 (Soto) -- SCAQMD: Public Notification
AB 1571 (Villaraigosa/Brulte) -- Diesel Engine Conversion
HR 11 (Bilbray) and S 266 (Feinstein) -- Reformulated Gasoline
28. Stationary Source Committee
Chair: Lee
Coy (909) 396-2434
(ccoy@aqmd.gov)
29. Technology Committee
Chair: Bernson
Liu (909) 396-2105
(cliu@aqmd.gov)
30. Mobile Source Air Pollution
Board Liaison: Glover
Reduction Review Committee
Zeldin (909) 396-3058
(mzeldin@aqmd.gov)
31. Air Resources Board Monthly Report
Dix (909) 396-2827
(jdix@aqmd.gov)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
32. Amend Rule 2005 - NSR for RECLAIM; Rule 2011 -
Requirements for Monitoring, Reporting and Recordkeeping for SOx Emissions; and Rule 2012
- Requirements for Monitoring, Reporting and Recordkeeping for NOx Emissions
Coy (909) 396-2434
(ccoy@aqmd.gov)
The proposed amendments are necessary to clarify rule requirements and improve enforceability. The amendments also increase flexibility for RECLAIM facilities. These amendments include clarification to NSR requirements for change of operator and modification to new facilities. For major sources, the proposed amendments clarify monitoring requirements and add calculation methods for cases currently not addressed. For large sources, the proposed amendments add monitoring and calculation methods for cases currently not addressed and clarify source testing requirements. For process units, the proposed amendments establish concentration limits for determining emissions and add guidelines for category specific emission rate. The proposed amendments also correct rule references, extend deadlines for monthly emissions reporting and add clarifying language to enhance enforcement and consistency. This item was reviewed by the Stationary Source Committee on February 19, 1999.
33. Amend Rule 1158 - Storage, Handling, and Transport of Coke, Coal and Sulfur
Staff is recommending that this item be continued to the June 11, 1999
Board meeting.
Coy (909) 396-2434
(ccoy@aqmd.gov)
Ambient monitoring, on-going public nuisance complaints, and AQMD staff observations and inspections have shown that the current Rule 1158 is not sufficient in reducing PM10 emissions. To address these deficiencies PAR 1158 will: expand the scope of this rule by including coal and sulfur; establish a No. 1/2 Ringelmann visible emissions limitation; reaffirm the requirement that all coke piles be enclosed; allow optional open storage of prilled sulfur and coal, under an Executive Officer approved plan; set standards for silt loading on roads and truck exteriors; require paving and maintenance of surfaces and roads where material accumulates; and require covers or slot-tops for material transport trucks. This item was reviewed by the Stationary Source Committee on February 19, 1999.
34. Amend Rule 102 - Definition of Terms
Broadbent(909) 396-3789
(jbroadbent@aqmd.gov)
The proposed amendment adds methyl acetate (C3H602) to the Group I list of exempt compounds in Rule 102. This item was reviewed by Stationary Source Committee on February 19, 1999.
CLOSED SESSION
35. Closed Session (No Written Material)
Greenwald (909) 396-2303
(pgreenwald@aqmd.gov)
It is necessary for the Board to recess to closed session pursuant to Government Code (1) Section 54957.6(a) to meet with designated representatives regarding salaries and benefits of represented and unrepresented employees, or regarding mandatory subjects within the scope of representation of its represented employees; and (2) 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: Coalition for Clean Air, et al. v. SCAQMD, et al., USDC Case No. 97-6916 HLH (SHx), SCAQMD v. EPA, et al., USDC No. SACV98-948 LHM (ANx), and Louis Langsam v. SCAQMD, LASC No. BS055249.
OTHER BUSINESS
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - (Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3)
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting will be adjourned to 1:00 p.m., April 23, 1999, for the purpose of conducting the Board’s Workshop on the Executive Officer’s Fiscal Year 1999-2000 Budget and Work Program, the State Board Recommendation on the SCAQMD Three-Year Budget Forecast, and Proposed Amendments to Rule 301 - Permitting and Associated Fees. The Workshop will be held at AQMD Headquarters, 21865 E. Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, California, in Conference Room CC8.***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.
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