South Coast Air Quality Management District
South Coast Air Quality Management DistrictGOVERNING BOARD AGENDA
A meeting of the South Coast Air Quality Management District Board will be held at 9:00 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 December 2000 in Microsoft Word can be downloaded (self extracting compressed) from within the individual Board letter (click on "Attachment" at the end of the letter)
CALL TO ORDER
Opening Comments:
William A. Burke, Ed.D., Chair
Other Board Members
Barry R. Wallerstein, D. Env., Executive Officer
CONSENT CALENDAR1 (Items 1 through 20)
Note: Consent Calendar items held for discussion will be moved to Item No. 21.
1 Public Hearing on October 20, 2000 to Amend Rule 1610 - Old Vehicle Scrapping continued to the January 19, 2001 Board meeting. At the November 17, 2000 Board meeting, the Board set a public hearing on January 19, 2001 to adopt Proposed Rule 1132 - Further Control of Volatile Organic Compound Emissions from High Emitting Spray Booth Facilities.
1. Minutes of November 17, 2000 Board Meeting
Dix (909) 396-2500
(jdix@aqmd.gov)
Budget/Fiscal Impact
2. Execute Contract to Assess, Develop and Demonstrate Low-VOC Cleaning
Systems
Liu (909) 396-2105
cliu@aqmd.gov
Solvent cleaning operations contribute significantly to the South Coast Air Basin's VOC emissions. Technological advancements are needed to meet some of the year 2005 VOC limits of Rule 1171- Solvent Cleaning Operations. Based on results of a competitive solicitation, the Institute for Research and Technical Assistance scored highest and should be selected to assess, develop and demonstrate low-VOC cleaning systems. If cleaning systems compliant with the year 2005 VOC limits are successfully developed and implemented, approximately 9 tons per day of VOC emission reduction could take place. Total project cost will be $149,720, which will be borne by the AQMD. The Technology Committee reviewed this item on December 1, 2000 and recommended approval.
3. Execute Contract for Marine Vessel Emission Testing Services and
Technical Assistance/Due Diligence Investigation of Proposed Carl Moyer Program
Awardees - Marine Vessels
Liu (909) 396-2105
cliu@aqmd.gov
On May 19, 2000 the Board approved the release of an RFQ to provide technical assistance to the Technology Advancement program for conducting marine vessel emission testing services and due diligence investigation of proposed Carl Moyer Program Awardees for marine vessels. All submittals have been reviewed and staff recommends executing a contract with Seaworthy Systems. Total project cost is $50,000. The Technology Committee reviewed this item on December 1, 2000, and recommended approval.
4. Issue RFP for Construction Management and
Consulting Services for Design/Engineering, Permitting, and Equipment
Specification of Natural Gas Fueling Station at AQMD Headquarters
Liu (909) 396-2105
cliu@aqmd.gov
The AQMD desires to build and operate a new natural gas fueling station at its Diamond Bar facility that can accommodate the growing District alternative fuel vehicle fleet. The purpose of this RFP is to solicit construction management and, as an option, consulting services including site analysis/selection, design development drawings, permitting assistance and equipment specifications for a new natural gas fueling station at AQMD headquarters. The total project cost of this phase of the fueling station construction is not to exceed $45,000. The Technology Committee reviewed this item on September 22, 2000 and recommended approval.
5. Execute Contract for Janitorial Services at Diamond Bar Headquarters
Tharp (909) 396-3018
(etharp@aqmd.gov)
On August 18, 2000, the Board approved the release of an RFP for Janitorial Services. This action is to execute a three-year contract with Bell Building Maintenance Company for an amount not to exceed $719,000. Funding for this contract has been included in the FY 2000-01 Budget and will be requested in successive fiscal years. The Administrative Committee reviewed this item on November 3, 2000, and recommended approval.
6. Execute Contract for Landscape Maintenance at Diamond Bar Headquarters
Tharp (909) 396-3018
(etharp@aqmd.gov)
On August 18, 2000, the Board approved the release of an RFP for Landscape Maintenance. This action is to execute a three-year contract with Tropical Plaza Nursery, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $100,800. Funding for this contract has been included in the FY 2000-01 Budget and will be requested in successive fiscal years. The Administrative Committee reviewed this item on November 3, 2000, and recommended approval.
7. Establish Lists of Prequalified Vendors to Provide Mailing Services,
Automotive Mechanical Repair and Services, and Unleaded Fuel
Tharp (909) 396-3018
(etharp@aqmd.gov)
On August 18, 2000, the Board approved the release of RFQs for mailing services, automotive mechanical repair and service, and unleaded fuel. This item is to establish lists of prequalified vendors from which purchases are made for these services and supplies for a two-year period. The Administrative Committee reviewed this item on November 3, 2000 and recommended approval.
8. Issue RFP for Media Relations/Public Relations Services
Abarca (909) 396-3242
(oabarca@aqmd.gov)
At a time of heightened AQMD rulemaking, compliance and mobile source program activity, the Media Communications Office is seeking to solicit bids from qualified media relations/public relations firms to assist with media outreach programs. A firm is needed to assist the office, which handles day-to-day media communications services and programs, with proactive media outreach activities, including press conferences, media campaigns and special publicity for AQMD programs. This RFP will cover a one-year period for an amount not to exceed $120,000. The Administrative Committee reviewed this item on December 8, 2000 and recommended approval.
As part of its FY 2000-01 AB 2766 Discretionary Fund Work Program, the MSRC issued six RFPs and one RFQ seeking proposals for transit bus, heavy-duty vehicle and TCM projects. The seven solicitations closed at 5:00 p.m. on October 5, 2000, at which time 46 eligible proposals had been received. At this time the MSRC requests Board approval of several projects as part of the FY 2000-01 AB 2766 Discretionary Fund Work Program. The MSRC also requests authority to adjust project costs up to 5 percent and authority for the Board Chairman to execute agreements.
Action/No Fiscal Impact
10. Establish Board Meeting Schedule for Calendar Year 2001
Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
(bwallerstein@aqmd.gov)
The proposed Board Meeting Schedule for Calendar Year 2001 (includes January 2002) is submitted for Board consideration. The Administrative Committee meeting schedule (second Friday of the month) is included for information only. The Administrative Committee reviewed this item on November 3, 2000 and recommended approval.
11. Remove Various Fixed Assets from AQMD Inventory
Pearce (909) 396-2828
(rpearce@aqmd.gov)
AQMD Policy and Procedure No. 20 requires Board approval to declare fixed assets as surplus items. This action is to declare certain fixed assets as surplus equipment and vehicles determined to be obsolete or broken and not worth repairing. This item was reviewed by the Administrative Committee on November 3, 2000 and recommended for approval.
Information Only - Receive and File
12. Public Affairs Report
Abarca (909) 396-3242
(oabarca@aqmd.gov)
This report highlights the October 2000 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.
13. Hearing Board Variances and Appeals
Camarena (909) 396-2500
(ecamarena@aqmd.gov)
During the period of September 1 through September 30, 2000, the Hearing Board took action on 16 Variances and 0 Appeals.
14. Civil Filing and Civil Penalties Report
Mieras (909) 396-3400
(pmieras@aqmd.gov)
This reports the monthly penalties from September 1 through September 30, 2000, and legal actions filed by the District Prosecutor during the period October 1 through October 31, 2000, pursuant to authority granted by the Board in Resolution 89-6. A glossary explaining the key terms and Index of District's Rules are attached with this Report.
15. Rule and Control Measure Forecast
Broadbent (909) 396-3789
(jbroadbent@aqmd.gov)
16. Lead Agency Projects and Environmental Documents Received
by the AQMD
Broadbent (909) 396-3789
(jbroadbent@aqmd.gov)
This report provides, for the Board's consideration, a listing of CEQA documents received by the AQMD between September 16, 2000 and October 15, 2000 and those projects for which the AQMD is acting as lead agency pursuant to CEQA.
17. Best Available Control Technology Guidelines Report
Broadbent (909) 396-3789
(jbroadbent@aqmd.gov)
This quarterly report provides the new listings that were added to the BACT Guidelines, Part B - LAER/BACT Determinations for Major Polluting Facilities in the last quarter.
18. Report on Implementation Study for Rule 1146.2 -
Emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen from Large Water Heaters and Small Boilers
Chang (909) 396-3186
(echang@aqmd.gov)
Rule 1146.2 establishes NOx emission limits for large water heaters and small boilers rated between 75,000 and 2,000,000 Btu/hr heat input. The rule requires an implementation study 18 months prior to each compliance date. This report summarizes the second phase of the Implementation Study for equipment rated between 1-2 million Btu/hr. (Review: Stationary Source Committee on October 27, 2000)
19. Report of RFPs and RFQs Scheduled for Release in
December
Pearce (909) 396-2828
(rpearce@aqmd.gov)
This report summarizes the RFPs and RFQs for budgeted services over $50,000 scheduled to be released for advertisement for the month of December. This item was reviewed by the Administrative Committee on November 3, 2000 and recommended for approval.
20. Status Report on Major Projects for Information Management Scheduled
to Start During First Six Months of FY 2000-01
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 a status report for the current month on major automation contracts and projects to be initiated by Information Management during the first six months of FY 2000-01.
21. Items Deferred from Consent Calendar
BOARD CALENDAR
22. Administrative Committee
Chair: Glover
Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
(bwallerstein@aqmd.gov)
23. Legislative Committee
Chair: LaPisto-Kirtley
Abarca (909) 396-3242
(oabarca@aqmd.gov)
At their November 3, 2000 meeting, the Legislative Committee approved sending the Ethnic Community Advisory Group's (ECAG) nomination of Paul Avila as a new member of the ECAG Latino Caucus to the Board for approval. This action is to approve that nomination. The Legislative Committee did not meet in December.
24. Mobile Source Committee
Chair: Coad
Chang (909) 396-3186
(echang@aqmd.gov)
25. Stationary Source Committee
Chair: Loveridge
Coy (909) 396-2434
(ccoy@aqmd.gov)
26. Technology Committee
Chair: Bernson
Liu (909) 396-2105
cliu@aqmd.gov
27. Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee
Board Liaison: Glover
Zeldin (909) 396-3058
(mzeldin@aqmd.gov)
28. Air Resources Board Monthly Report
Board Rep: Burke
Dix (909) 396-2827
(jdix@aqmd.gov)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
29. Amend Rule 442 - Usage of Solvents
Broadbent (909) 396-3789
(jbroadbent@aqmd.gov)
The proposed amendments to Rule 442 will: (1) reduce VOC emissions from equipment not subject to source-specific VOC rules; (2) establish limits to reduce emissions from coatings, resins, adhesives, inks, solvents, thinners, diluents, mold seal and release compounds, lubricants, cutting oils, heat treating and quenching oils; and (3) delete obsolete language and clarify language to improve enforceability. (Review: Stationary Source Committee on October 27, 2000)
CLOSED SESSION
30. Closed Session (No Written Material)
Broadbent (909) 396-3789
(jbroadbent@aqmd.gov)
It is necessary for the Board to recess to closed session 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 actions are Communities for a Better Environment v. Cenco Refining Company, et al., United States District Court Case No. 00-05665 AHM (AIJx), Engine Manufacturers Association v. SCAQMD, United States District Court Case No. 00-09065 FMC (BQRx), and SCAQMD v. USEPA, et al., United States District Court Case No. SACV 98-9789 (HLH). It is also necessary for the Board to recess to closed session pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(c) to confer with its counsel to decide, based on existing facts and circumstances, whether to initiate litigation (one case).
OTHER BUSINESS
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. Electronic submittals to cob@aqmd.gov of 10 pages or less including attachments, in MS Word, plain or HTML format will also be accepted by the Board and made part of the record if received no later than 5:00 p.m., on the Tuesday prior to the Board meeting.
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
LAER = Lowest Achievable Emissions Rate
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