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 June 2002 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
Pledge of Allegiance
Opening Comments:
CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 1 through 24)
Note: Consent Calendar items held for discussion will be moved to Item No. 25.
1. Minutes of May 3, 2002 Board Meeting
Dix (909) 396-2500
(jdix@aqmd.gov)
Budget/Fiscal Impact
2. Renew Contract to Purchase Private Data Network Services to Support
Emissions Reporting System
Marlia (909) 396-3148
cmarlia@aqmd.gov
On November 17, 2000, the Board approved a contract with Pacific EnviroSystems to provide Private Data Network (PDN) services to support telecommunication and data processing needs associated with AQMD�s electronic Emission Reporting System requirements for RECLAIM with option to renew for one additional year. This action is to renew the contract with Pacific EnviroSystems for another year to provide PDN services. Funds ($75,000) for this service are available in the FY 2002-03 Budget. (Review: Administrative Committee, May 10, 2002)
3. Execute Contracts and Reissue RFP for On-Road and Off-Road Categories
Under FY 2001-02 Carl Moyer Memorial Air Quality Standards Attainment Program
Liu (909) 396-2105
cliu@aqmd.gov
On March 29, 2002, proposals were received in response to an RFP for the Carl Moyer Memorial Air Quality Standards Attainment Program. Staff recommends award of contracts to the On-Road (transit, trucks and on-road other) and Off-Road (forklifts, other, marine and construction) project categories. Total cost to the Carl Moyer Program Special Revenue Fund, including unspent funds from FY 2000-01 and all returned funds will not exceed $8,792,798. The RFP will be reissued to solicit projects for the remaining $6.6 million. (Review: Technology Committee, May 24, 2002)
4. Approve Grants to Public School Districts and Private School Bus
Operators to Retrofit 1058 Diesel School Buses with Particulate Traps Under
Lower-Emission School Bus Retrofit Program
Liu (909) 396-2105
cliu@aqmd.gov
On March 1, 2002, under the FY 2001-02 Lower-Emission School Bus Retrofit Program, the AQMD issued Program Announcement & Application #PA2002-04 in the amount of $1.77 million soliciting applications from public school districts and private bus operators to retrofit school buses with particulate filters. A similar program announcement in the amount of $5.637 million was also issued in FY 2000-01. A total of 46 applications were received. Staff recommends making awards to retrofit 1,058 diesel school buses with particulate filters, with a maximum amount of $6,500 for purchase and installation of a particulate filter per bus, and $500 for the purchase of low sulfur diesel. Total amount of award shall not exceed $7.407 million. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, May 24, 2002)
5. Approve Salary and Benefits Adjustment for Noncontract Management,
Confidential, and Attorney Employees
Tharp (909) 396-3018
(etharp@aqmd.gov)
The three-year labor contract recently approved by the Board for professional
employees provides for salary and benefits adjustments. This recommendation is
to approve comparable salary and benefits adjustments for noncontract
management, confidential, and attorney employees for
FY 2002-03. (Review: Administrative Committee, May 10, 2002)
6. Approve Memorandum of Understanding for Office Clerical &
Maintenance and Technical & Enforcement Bargaining Units
Tharp (909) 396-3018
(etharp@aqmd.gov)
AQMD management and representatives of Teamsters Local 911, representing the Office Clerical & Maintenance and Technical & Enforcement Bargaining Units, have reached agreement on a labor contract for the period July 1, 2002, through June 30, 2005, which has been ratified by bargaining unit members. This action is to present the ratified agreement to the Board for approval as a new three-year memorandum of understanding.
7. Authorize Purchase and Installation of Video Projector for AQMD's
Auditorium
Tharp (909) 396-3018
(etharp@aqmd.gov)
On February 1, 2002, the Board approved release of an RFQ for the purchase of a video projector for AQMD's auditorium. Based on evaluation of bids received, staff recommends purchase of a Christie Roadie X10 video projector from Spinitar at a cost not to exceed $85,000, including installation. Funds for this purchase are included in the FY 2001-02 Budget. (Review: Administrative Committee, May 10, 2002)
8. Execute Contract for Travel Agency Services
Pearce (909) 396-2828
(rpearce@aqmd.gov)
On March 1, 2002, the Board authorized the issuance of an RFP for travel agency services. This action is to award the bid for travel services to Managed Air Resources for one year with an option to renew for two additional years. Based on AQMD�s current travel needs, the estimated cost for travel agency service is approximately $8,000 annually. (Review: Administrative Committee, May 10, 2002)
9. Appropriate Funds and Amend Litigation Services Contract
Baird (909) 396-2302
(bbaird@aqmd.gov)
Staff recommends that the Board authorize the Executive Officer to amend the contract with the law firm of of Shute, Mihaly & Weinberger for an additional amount of up to $30,000 for FY 2001-02. In addition, this action is to appropriate $30,000 from the Designated for Litigation/Enforcement to the Services and Supplies Major Object, Professional and Special Services account for this purpose. (Review: Administrative Committee, May 10, 2002.)
10. Execute Purchase Orders for Laboratory and Air Monitoring Network
Equipment
Hogo (909) 396-3184
hhogo@aqmd.gov
On February 1, 2002 the Board approved the release of an RFQ to purchase a gas chromatograph/mass spectrometer for analysis of compliance samples. Also, the Board recognized and allocated funding from EPA for 9th year PAMS fixed assets and reallocated a portion of unused funds from EPA for PM2.5 fixed assets on July 20, 2001 and October 19, 2001, respectively. This action is to execute purchase orders for various fixed assets for the laboratory and air monitoring network and to appropriate $10,000 from the Reserve for Subvention Compliance to the FY 2001-02 Budget. With the latter action, funds for these purchases are available in the FY 2001-02 Budget. (Review: Administrative Committee: May 10, 2002)
11. Award Contracts for California Environmental Quality Act Analysis
Assistance
Chang (909) 396-3186
(echang@aqmd.gov)
At its April 5, 2002 meeting, the Board approved the release of an RFP to secure assistance with preparing environmental analyses as required by CEQA. Seven proposals were received and reviewed by a qualified evaluation panel, and it is recommended that the most qualified bidders be awarded time and materials contracts, divided between three consultants, for a total amount not to exceed $150,000. (Review: Mobile Source Committee, May 24, 2002)
At its April 25, 2002 meeting, the MSRC decided to use turn-back and residual funds to fund additional projects under the Diesel Particulate Trap Retrofit Program and Alternative Fuels Transit Bus Program as part of the FY 2001-02 AB 2766 Discretionary Fund Work Program. The MSRC requests approval to fund two particulate trap projects from the County of Riverside and City of Long Beach, totaling $620,500, and one transit bus project from the Los Angeles County MTA totaling $350,000. The MSRC also requests authority to adjust contracts up to 5 percent and authority for the Board Chairman to execute agreements.
Information Only - Receive and File
13. Public Affairs Report
Abarca (909) 396-3242
(oabarca@aqmd.gov)
This report highlights the April 2002 activities of the Public Affairs Office which includes the following: Environmental Justice Update, Community Events/Public Meetings, Business Assistance, Legislative Office, Intergovernmental Affairs, Media Communications, and Transportation Programs.
14. Hearing Board Report
Camarena (909) 396-2500
(ecamarena@aqmd.gov)
This reports the actions taken by the Hearing Board during the period of April 1 through April 30, 2002.
15. Civil Filing and Civil Penalties Report
Mieras (909) 396-3400
(pmieras@aqmd.gov)
This reports the monthly penalties from March 1 through March 31, 2002, and legal actions filed by the District prosecutor during the period April 1 through April 30, 2002. A glossary explaining the key terms and Index of District's Rules are attached with the penalty report.
16. 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 March 1, 2002 and March 31, 2002, and April 1, 2002 through April 30, 2002, and those projects for which the AQMD is acting as lead agency pursuant to CEQA. (Review: Mobile Source Committee, May 24, 2002)
17. Rule and Control Measure Forecast
Chang (909) 396-3186
(echang@aqmd.gov)
18. Annual Audit Report for Area Source Credit Rule 2506
Chang (909) 396-3186
(echang@aqmd.gov)
Rule 2506 - Area Source Credits for NOx and SOx requires staff to present an annual audit report to the Board describing area source credit activity for the preceding year. This rule established a voluntary emission reduction credit program for unpermitted sources in order to accelerate the introduction of lower-emitting technologies and provide regulated companies with alternative methods of compliance with AQMD regulations. A summary of the activity over the past year is provided in this report. (Review: Stationary Source Committee, April 26,2002)
19. This item has been withdrawn by staff
20. Report on Emission Limits for Rule 1189 - Emissions from Hydrogen
Plant Process Vents
Tisopulos (909) 396-3123
(ltisopulos@aqmd.gov)
On January 21, 2000, the Board adopted Rule 1189 - Emissions from Hydrogen Plant Process Vents. The Board also directed staff to evaluate source test data required by the rule, and to report back to the Board no later than six months prior to January 1, 2003, on the appropriateness of the emission limit of 2.5 pounds of VOC per million cubic feet of hydrogen produced. The evaluation has now been completed and the report indicated that the emission limit is appropriate. (Review: Stationary Source Committee, May 24, 2002).
21. Status Report on Major Projects for Information Management Scheduled
to Start During Last Six Months of FY 2001-02
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 report on major automation contracts and projects to be initiated by Information Management during the last six months of FY 2001-02.
22. Report of RFPs and RFQs Scheduled for Release in June
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 June. (Review: Administrative Committee, May 10, 2002)
23. CARB's Subvention Program Audit of AQMD for FY 2000-01
Pearce (909) 396-2828
(rpearce@aqmd.gov)
This transmits the fiscal audit of AQMD's use of subvention money granted under CARB's Subvention Program. This report states that AQMD has fully qualified for the subvention received in FY 2000-01. (Review: Administrative Committee, May 10, 2002.)
24. Best Available Control Technology Guidelines Report
Liu (909) 396-2105
cliu@aqmd.gov
This report provides new listings added to Part B, LAER/BACT Determinations for Major Polluting Facilities, of the BACT Guidelines in the last six months. (Review: Stationary Source Committee, April 26, 2002)
25. Items Deferred from Consent Calendar
BOARD CALENDAR
26. Administrative Committee
Chair: Glover
Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
(bwallerstein@aqmd.gov)
27. Investment Oversight Committee
Glover
Pearce (909) 396-2828
(rpearce@aqmd.gov)
28. Legislative Committee
Chair: LaPisto-Kirtley
Abarca (909) 396-3242
(oabarca@aqmd.gov)
The Legislative Committee considered agenda items including the following legislation for which the Board will consider approving a position:
| AB 2127 (Matthews) � Asthma and Lung Disease Research Fund | [SUPPORT] |
| AB 2332 (Keeley) � Indoor Air Quality | [SUPPORT] |
| AB 2461 (Keeley) � Low-Emission Vehicles | [SUPPORT with AMENDMENT] |
| AB 2774 (Pavley) � Advanced Technology Light-Duty Vehicles | [SUPPORT] |
29. Mobile Source Committee
Chair: Wilson
Chang (909) 396-3186
(echang@aqmd.gov)
30. Stationary Source Committee
Chair: Loveridge
Coy (909) 396-2434
(ccoy@aqmd.gov)
31. Technology Committee
Chair: Bernson
Liu (909) 396-2105
cliu@aqmd.gov
32. Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee
Board Liaison: Glover
Hogo (909) 396-3184
hhogo@aqmd.gov
33. California Air Resources Board Monthly Report
(No Written Material - Transcripts of the meetings are available at
CARB's web site, www.arb.ca.gov)
Board Rep: Burke
Dix (909) 396-2827
(jdix@aqmd.gov)
34. California Fuel Cell Partnership Steering Team Meeting
Board Rep: Paulitz
Liu (909) 396-2105
cliu@aqmd.gov
This report summarizes the California Fuel Cell Partnership Steering Team meeting held April 23-24, 2002 in Sacramento. (Review: Technology Committee, May 24, 2002)
35. Approve Advanced Air Pollution Research Plan for FYs 2002-03, 2003-04,
and 2004-05
Hogo (909) 396-3184
hhogo@aqmd.gov
In February 2002, the Board approved a workplan for the Chairman's Strategic Alliance Initiatives. As part of Initiative No. 5 - Strategic Alliance for Advanced Air Pollution Research, staff prepared a three-year plan that will provide direction for research studies and projects to support the development and enhancement of the AQMD's air programs. This research plan contains research study proposals that would be initiated in-house or through extramural contracts over the next three fiscal years. Upon Board approval, staff will proceed with the implementation of the research plan. (Review: Mobile Source, Stationary Source, Technology Committee, May 24, 2002)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
36. Amend Rule 1168 - Adhesive and Sealant Applications
Tisopulos (909) 396-3123
(ltisopulos@aqmd.gov)
The proposed amendments to Rule 1168 address the VOC limits and compliance dates for adhesives used in the automotive and marine top and trim industry; the adhesives used for shoe and handbag repairs; plastic pipe cements, and the associated primers. The amendments also addresses the use of methylene chloride and other toxic compounds in adhesives and sealants. (Review: Stationary Source Committee, March 22 and April 26, 2002).
37. Amend Rule 1193 - Clean On-Road
Residential and Commercial Waste Collection Vehicles
Hogo (909) 396-3184
hhogo@aqmd.gov
Staff is proposing an amendment to the sunset date of July 1, 2002 to allow the acquisition of dual-fueled heavy-duty engines for use in waste collection vehicles for an additional year. The proposed amendment is based on recent submittals by dual-fuel engine manufacturers certifying that dual-fuel engines that operate primarily on an alternative-fuel will continue to do so in a "stop-and-go" refuse collection duty cycle. (Review: Mobile Source Committee, April 26, 2002)
38. Submittal of Implementation Status of PM10 Portion of 1997 AQMP and
PM10 Emissions Budgets for Transportation Conformity Use
Chang (909) 396-3186
(echang@aqmd.gov)
As part of its 1997 AQMP submittal to EPA, the AQMD requested an extension of the PM10 attainment date from 2001 to 2006. To date, the EPA has not taken action on the PM10 portion of the 1997 AQMP. In order to facilitate the federal action, the AQMD is submitting an updated implementation schedule, PM10 emissions budgets, and a commitment to update the PM10 portion of the AQMP in 2003. (Review: Mobile Source Committee, May 24, 2002)
OTHER BUSINESS
39. Allocate Rule 2202 AQIP Funds to Assist in Purchase of
Natural Gas Vehicles for Taxicab Services
Hogo (909) 396-3184
hhogo@aqmd.gov
Due to turndown in purchase orders nationwide for new natural gas Ford Crown Victoria ULEV vehicles, staff recently discovered that potentially up to 97 Rule 1194-compliant alternative vehicles may be available to replace existing older gasoline vehicles used for taxicab services. Based on the estimated emission reduction benefits associated with the purchase of a ULEV compared to the historical purchase of an existing pre-owned TLEV, staff believes that funding assistance at this time would accelerate implementation of Rule 1194. Funding for 13 of the 97 vehicles is currently available based on prior Board actions. Funding for the remaining 84 vehicles could be made under the Rule 2202 AQIP and the emission reductions would go towards meeting the rule's emission reduction targets. Staff is recommending that the Board consider providing assistance to individual taxicab operators at a cost not to exceed $1,092,000 ($13,000 per vehicle) for up to 84 vehicles from the CY 2002 1st quarter Rule 2202 AQIP. Remaining 1st quarter Rule 2202 AQIP funds will be recommended for disbursement at a future date.
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - (Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3)
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 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 action is MacDougall v. Thomas, AQMD, Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. GC027653. It is also necessary for the Board to recess to closed session pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6(a) to meet with labor negotiators regarding unrepresented employees [Agency designated representative: Barry Wallerstein; Unrepresented employees: Designated Deputies].
OPEN SESSION � (No Written Material)
Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
(bwallerstein@aqmd.gov)
Possible Action Following Discussion in Closed Session Concerning Designated Deputy Contracts
ADJOURNMENT
***PUBLIC COMMENTS***
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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
AVR = Average Vehicle Ridership
Cal/EPA = California Environmental Protection Agency
CARB = California Air Resources Board
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