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 Letters and their attachments (if any) for the month of February 2000 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
Opening Comments:
Dr. William Burke, Chair
Other Board Members
Barry R. Wallerstein, D. Env., Executive Officer
Swearing In of Reappointed Board Member
Burke
Presentation of Retirement Award to Ted Polychronis
Burke
CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 1 through 18)
Note: Consent Calendar items held for discussion will be moved to Item No. 19.
1. Minutes of January 21, 1999 Board Meeting
Dix (909) 396-2500
(jdix@aqmd.gov)
2. Set Public Hearings March 17, 2000 to Consider Amendments and/or
Adoption to AQMD Rules and Regulations
Broadbent(909) 396-3789
(jbroadbent@aqmd.gov)
(A) Rule 1150.1 - Control of Gaseous Emissions from Municipal Solid Waste
Landfills
Chang (909) 396-3186
(echang@aqmd.gov)
The proposed amendments to Rule 1150.1 incorporate, by reference, the State regulations that specify requirements for final landfill covers and liquid waste disposal. The proposed amendments implement the air quality objective of Control Measure 99#WST-04 that seeks to reduce VOC emissions from waste disposal facilities. The proposed amendments are administrative and intended to be limited in scope. (Review: Stationary Source Committee on January 28, 2000.)
(B) Rule 1401 - New Source Review of Toxic Air Contaminants and Rule 1402 -
Control of Toxic Air Contaminants from Existing Sources
Broadbent(909) 396-3789
(jbroadbent@aqmd.gov)
Rule 1402 is directed toward reducing risk from toxic air contaminants from existing stationary sources. Proposed changes will lower the threshold for risk reduction and accelerate the time to make reductions unless specific technical or economic criteria are met. PAR 1402 identifies industries that will be required to submit inventories in three years unless a specific rule is adopted. The proposal adds a cancer burden threshold, additional inventory and public notification requirements, and other changes to improve rule effectiveness, remove duplicative requirements, and improve public health. (Review: Stationary Source Committee on January 28, 2000.)
Budget/Fiscal Impact
3. Approve Compensation Packages for Designated Deputies
Burke
The Executive Management Agreements of several Designated Deputies expire February 29, 2000 and July 31, 2000. In addition, recruitments have been completed for two Designated Deputy positions. This action is to approve the compensation package for several Designated Deputies.
4. Approve Classification and Compensation Recommendations
Tharp(909) 396-3018
(etharp@aqmd.gov)
Based on the results of classification and compensation studies that included review of internal pay relationships and external labor market comparisons, a salary adjustment of three percent is recommended for the Secretary classification and for the Senior Deputy District Counsel classification. The total cost for FY 99-00 to implement these recommended changes is approximately $23,003. This item was reviewed by the Administrative Committee on February 11, 2000, and recommended for approval.
5. Authorize AQMD Membership in California Fuel Cell Partnership as Full
Partner
(Continued from January 21, 2000 Board meeting by
operation of procedures)
Staff recommends this item be continued to the March 17, 2000 Board meeting.
Liu (909) 396-2105
(cliu@aqmd.gov)
6. Execute Agreement to Cost-Share Determination of
Non-Registration Rates of On-Road Vehicles
(Continued from
January 21, 2000 Board Meeting by operation of procedures)
Staff recommends this item be continued to the March 17, 2000 Board meeting.
Liu (909) 396-2105
(cliu@aqmd.gov)
7. Execute Contract to Co-Sponsor Evaluation of Impacts and Benefits of
Hybrid Electric Vehicles
Liu (909) 396-2105
(cliu@aqmd.gov)
Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs) have potential for significant beneficial impacts on fuel consumption, air quality and emissions of greenhouse gases. The Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) has assembled a group of public and private stakeholders to compare the impacts and benefits of various HEV options. This group has developed four statements of work for competitive solicitation to evaluate the following areas: 1) HEV architecture, performance, modeling and impacts; 2) costs; 3) customer preference and interest; and 4) commercialization issues. AQMD's contribution to this project shall not exceed $250,000. EPRI and ARB will contribute $250,000 each. This was reviewed by the Technology Committee on January 28, 2000, and recommended for approval.
8. Re-Issue RFP to Solicit Marine Projects for FY 1999-00 Carl Moyer
Memorial Air Quality Standards Attainment Program Funding
Liu (909) 396-2105
(cliu@aqmd.gov)
On September 10, 1999, the Board approved the release of RFP #9900-06 for the Carl Moyer Memorial Air Quality Standards Attainment Program for low-emission on- and off-road vehicles and equipment, including marine, construction and agricultural equipment. However, the marine portion of the RFP, Appendix 4 - Marine Vessels, was withheld from public notification and outreach pending modification of ARB guidelines for marine projects. Those issues have now been resolved and staff recommends release of the marine portion of the RFP. This item was reviewed by the Technology Committee on January 28, 2000, and recommended for approval.
At its November 1999 meeting, the Board approved 61 EVCharge applications within the MSRC's FY 1997-99 Work Program, including 14 applications to Edison EV. However, Edison EV has exited the EV supply business and the 14 applications have been sold to the Sacramento Municipal Utility District. The MSRC recommends approval of this change in contractor. In addition, the MSRC's FY 1997-99 Work Program included $250,000 for a statewide EV Infrastructure Incentive Program administered by the CEC. The FY 1999-00 Work Program included an additional $375,000 funding for this program. The MSRC recommends the Board approve a $375,000 contract with CEC as part of its FY 1999-00 Work Program.
10. Execute Contracts for Short- and Long-Term Systems Development and
Support Services
Marlia (909) 396-3148
cmarlia@aqmd.gov
On October 8, 1999, the Board approved an RFP to obtain short- and long-term systems development services. This action is to execute contracts with Majesco Software, R Systems, Inc., and Sierra Cybernetics to obtain these services on a task order basis. Executing contracts with three bidders provides a pool of well-qualified professionals who have demonstrated their understanding of and expertise in meeting agency needs and enables AQMD to obtain cost-effective and technically responsive support. Funds for these services ($300,000) are included in the FY 1999-00 Budget. This item was reviewed by the Administrative Committee on January 14, 2000, and recommended for approval.
Action Items/Non-Fiscal Impact
11. Modify Board Meeting Time for Calendar Year 2000
(Continued
from January 21, 2000 Board Meeting by operation of procedures)
Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
(bwallerstein@aqmd.gov)
This action is to change the Board Meeting time from 9:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. This item was reviewed by the Administrative Committee on December 17, 1999, and recommended for approval.
Information Only - Receive and File
12. Public Affairs Report
Valdez (909) 396-3780
(lvaldez@aqmd.gov)
This report highlights the December 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.
13. Hearing Board Variances and Appeals
Camarena (909) 396-2500
(ecamarena@aqmd.gov)
During the period of November 1 through November 30, 1999, the Hearing Board took action on 6 Variances and 1 Appeal.
14. Civil Filing and Civil Penalties Report
Mieras (909) 396-3400
(pmieras@aqmd.gov)
This reports the monthly penalties from November 1 through November 30, 1999, and legal actions filed by the District Prosecutor during the period December 1 through December 31, 1999, pursuant to authority granted by the Board in Resolution 89-6. A glossary explaining key terms is 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)
The report provides, for the Board's consideration, a listing of CEQA documents received by the AQMD between December 2, 1999 and January 1, 2000 and those projects for which the AQMD is acting as lead agency pursuant to CEQA. This item was reviewed at the Mobile Source Committee on January 28, 2000.
17. Status Report on Major Projects for Information Management Scheduled
to Start During the Last Six Months of FY 1999-00
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 remainder of FY 1999-00.
18. Audit for FY Ended June 30, 1999
Pearce (909) 396-2828
(rpearce@aqmd.gov)
This agenda item transmits the annual financial audit of AQMD performed by an independent certified public accountant. The AQMD has received an unqualified opinion (the highest obtainable) on its financial statements. This item was reviewed by the Administrative Committee on January 14, 2000 and recommended for approval.
19. Items Deferred from Consent Calendar
BOARD CALENDAR
Notes:
(a) The Legislative Committee meeting was held on February 11, 2000 and will be reported at the March Board meeting.(b) The minutes for the January 27-28, 2000 ARB meeting will be distributed with the Board's March agenda package.
20. Administrative Committee
Chair: Glover
Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
(bwallerstein@aqmd.gov)
21. Investment Oversight Committee
Chair: Glover
Pearce (909) 396-2828
(rpearce@aqmd.gov)
22. Mobile Source Committee
Chair: Coad
Chang (909) 396-3186
(echang@aqmd.gov)
23. Stationary Source Committee
Chair: Lee
Coy (909) 396-2434
(ccoy@aqmd.gov)
24. Technology Committee
Chair: Bernson
Liu (909) 396-2105
(cliu@aqmd.gov)
25. Mobile Source Air Pollution
Reduction Review Committee
Board Liaison: Glover
Zeldin (909) 396-3058
(mzeldin@aqmd.gov)
26. Approve Monitoring, Recordkeeping, and Reporting Task Force
Recommendations to Streamline Recordkeeping for Dry Cleaning Operations
Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
(bwallerstein@aqmd.gov)
The Monitoring, Recordkeeping, and Reporting (MRR) Task Force has developed a consensus proposal to streamline recordkeeping for dry cleaning operations within AQMD. This proposal will reduce or eliminate unnecessary recordkeeping while maintaining rule enforceability. It is recommended that the Board direct staff to implement this proposal as detailed in the Board letter.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
27. Final Resolution of Unresolved AB 2766 Program Audit Findings and
Recommendations
(Continued from January 21, 2000 Board
Meeting)
Pearce (909) 396-2828
(rpearce@aqmd.gov)
Health and Safety Code 44244.1 requires any agency that receives fee revenues subvened from the Department of Motor Vehicles to be audited once every two years. This audit of AQMD's share, MSRC's share, and local governments' share of such subvened funds, performed by independent Certified Public Accountants, has been completed and makes certain recommendations for improvement in some areas. This item was reviewed by the Mobile Source Committee on January 28, 2000. Less than a quorum was present during the discussion of this item; those Committee members who were present communicated their concurrence.
28. Receive Public and Board Member Input on Executive Officer's Priority
Goals for FY 2000-01
Pearce (909) 396-2828
(rpearce@aqmd.gov)
A set of Priority Goals for the FY 2000-01 Budget has been developed. The Executive Officer wishes to receive public and Board member input on these Priority Goals as they serve as the foundation of the AQMD's Work Program.
CLOSED SESSION
29. Closed Session (No Written Material)
Baird (909) 396-2302
(bbaird@aqmd.gov)
It is necessary for the Board to recess to closed session pursuant to Government Code Sections: 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 SCAQMD v. EPA, United States District Court Case No. CV 98-9789-HLH (ANx) and In re Affected Coatings Cases, Judicial Council Coordination Proceeding No. 4094; and 54956.9(c) to confer with its counsel to decide, based on existing facts and circumstances, whether to initiate litigation (1 case) and to discuss a case in which it has decided to initiate litigation (1 case).
OTHER BUSINESS
30. Employee Transportation Coordinator Training Services
Valdez (909) 396-3780
(lvaldez@aqmd.gov)
Under Rule 2202 - On-Road Motor Vehicle Mitigation Options, employers choosing to implement Employee Commute Reduction Programs (ECRPs) are required to designate an Employee Transportation Coordinator (ETC) who is responsible for developing, implementing, monitoring, and marketing an ECRP. The designated ETC must attend a one-time 16-hour AQMD certified training course designed to educate the ETC about Rule 2202. The current training contract expired 12/99. Previous direction was given from the Mobile Source Committee to determine the impacts of internalizing this training function. This item was discussed at the January 28, 2000 Mobile Source Committee meeting. Less than a quorum was present; the Committee Member who was present communicated his recommendation to take this item to the February Governing Board meeting for consideration.
The Board will consider adopting a resolution supporting railhaul of non-hazardous, non-recyclable solid waste to distant, environmentally-sound landfills. Urban landfills located close to homes and businesses are a documented source of nuisance odors, impacting the quality of life for entire communities. Long distance railhaul disposal of appropriate waste will alleviate these problems.
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