GOVERNING BOARD AGENDA
MEETING, February 3, 2006


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 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, California. Most agenda items are described in a “Board Letter” which may be accessed by clicking the appropriate link below. Some Board Letters also have attachments in various formats, such as .doc, .xls, .ppt, .pdf, .zip, .exe, and others. Attachments may be accessed for viewing or downloading by clicking on the word “Attachment” at the end of the Board Letter. For help in downloading “.exe” or “.zip” files, please click here.


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CALL TO ORDER

Pledge of Allegiance

Opening Comments:

  • William A. Burke, Ed.D., Chair
  • Other Board Members
  • Barry R. Wallerstein, D. Env., Executive Officer

Swearing in of Board Members

  • Burke

CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 1 through 27)

Note: Consent Calendar items held for discussion will be moved to Item No. 28.

1. Minutes of January 6, 2006 Board Meeting
McDaniel (909) 396-2500
Mail graphic(smcdaniel@aqmd.gov)

Budget/Fiscal Impact

2. Execute Contract for Student Co-op Program
Coy (909) 396-2434
Mail graphic(ccoy@aqmd.gov)

Since August 1995, the AQMD has contracted with the California State Polytechnic University, Pomona Foundation for the services of student interns in the areas of Finance, Public Affairs and Science and Technology Advancement. The Requested interns would assist staff with a variety of short-term compliance-related projects, while at the same time, gaining valuable real-world experience. It is estimated that $20,000 of student intern services in Engineering and Compliance will be needed for this calendar year. Adequate funding for this item has been included in the FY 2005-06 Budget. (Review: Administrative Committee, January 13, 2006)

3. Execute Contract to Update School Bus Inventory for South Coast Air Basin
Liu (909) 396-2105
Mail graphic(cliu@aqmd.gov)

At its September 9, 2005 meeting, the Board approved the release of an RFP to solicit proposals to update and expand the existing school bus inventory in the Basin. The updated inventory is necessary to continue the successful implementation of the Lower-Emission School Bus Program with funds generated under AB 923. Nine proposals were received by the closing date of October 26, 2005 and were rated by an evaluation panel. This action is to execute a contract with Burnett and Burnette to update and expand the school bus inventory in the Basin for an amount not to exceed $50,000 from the Clean Fuels Fund. (Review: Technology Committee, January 27, 2006)

4. Appropriate Funds and Execute Contract for Study to Determine Feasibility of Using Remote Sensing Technology to Measure Locomotive Emissions
Liu (909) 396-2105
Mail graphic(cliu@aqmd.gov)

AB 1222 (Jones) directs CARB to implement a pilot program to determine the feasibility of using remote sensing technology to quantify emissions from locomotives. The specific objectives of the pilot program are to ascertain whether remote sensing technology can: (1) accurately measure NOx, PM, and CO emissions from locomotives, (2) identify applicable Tier 0, 1, or 2 federal certification standards for a locomotive, and (3) determine a locomotive’s emission levels relative to its applicable federal emission certification level. AB 1222 further requires the AQMD to reimburse CARB for a portion of the pilot program costs. This action is to appropriate up to $300,000 from the General Fund to the Science and Technology Advancement FY 2005-06 Budget, Professional and Special Services Account. The funding could be reimbursed through a Federal Grant from the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) for purposes of reducing diesel emissions in the SCAQMD upon approval from Caltrans. In addition, this account will potentially accept up to $200,000 from railroad industry for purposes of executing a contract with CARB or another entity designated by CARB for an amount not to exceed $500,000 for purposes of funding the pilot program as specified in AB 1222. (Review: Technology Committee, January 27, 2006)

5. Execute Contract and Agreement to Implement High Emitter Identification Program and Voluntary High Emitting Vehicle Scrapping Program
Liu (909) 396-3242
Mail graphic(cliu@aqmd.gov)

On September 9, 2005, the Board issued an RFP to solicit a contractor to identify high emitting vehicles within the jurisdictional boundaries of the AQMD using remote sensing device (RSD) technology, and to manage and maintain a high emitting vehicle database. The Board also approved issuing a program announcement to solicit a licensed vehicle dismantler for a Voluntary High Emitting Vehicle Scrapping Program. Each solicitation received one response. This action is to execute a contract with Environmental Systems Products Holdings, Inc. for the High Emitter Identification Program at a cost not to exceed $1 million. Additionally, staff recommends entering into an agreement with Pick-Your-Part Auto Wrecking for the auto dismantling and scrapping program consisting of a reimbursement to the AQMD of $15.00 per vehicle scrapped. (Review: Technology Committee, January 27, 2006)

6. Execute Contracts for FY 2004-05 Carl Moyer Memorial Air Quality Standards Attainment Program and Modify Previous Award and Amend Existing Contract under FY 2003-04 Carl Moyer Program
Liu (909) 396-2105
Mail graphic(cliu@aqmd.gov)

On September 30, 2005, proposals were received in response to the RFP that was issued for the FY 2004-05 Carl Moyer Air Quality Standards Attainment Program. This action is to execute new contracts under the Carl Moyer Program with $11,636,750 in funding from SB1107, $6,580,958 in funding from AB923, and $1,019,292 in funding from previous years’ turnback funds. Including the projects approved by the Board on December 2, 2005, the total expenditures under SB1107 and AB923 are $11,905,985 and $6,700,400 respectively, for the FY 2004-05 Carl Moyer Program. In addition, this action is to modify a previous award and an existing contract under the Carl Moyer Program. (Review: Technology Committee, January 27, 2006)

7. Execute Sole Source Contracts for Consulting Services to Assist in Preparation of Mobile Source Emissions Element of 2007 AQMP
Liu (909) 396-2105
Mail graphic(cliu@aqmd.gov)

There is a need to retain outside experts in the field of transportation fuel formulation and mobile source inventory development in preparation of the 2007 AQMP Revision. This action is to execute sole source contracts with A 2nd Opinion, Inc. and Saint Malo Solutions, at a cost not to exceed $75,000 each. A 2nd Opinion has over 25 years experience in the area of fuel formulation and on the CARB fuel predictive model. Consultants from Saint Malo are experts on the CARB EMFAC mobile source emissions factor model. Sufficient funds are available in the Clean Fuels Fund. (Review: Technology Committee, January 27, 2006)

8. Recognize Funds from U.S. EPA and Amend Contract to Demonstrate LNG Locomotive
Liu (909) 396-2105
Mail graphic(cliu@aqmd.gov)

The U.S. EPA recently awarded $100,000 in grant funds to the AQMD as part of its 2005 Collaborative Demonstration Project Program. The funding will assist in a prior Carl Moyer award for an LNG short line locomotive operating between the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach and a cargo facility in Lancaster with Hunter & Hunter Trucking. This action is to recognize the award and amend the existing contract with Hunter & Hunter Trucking with the additional $100,000 to pay for inspection and quality control costs. (Review: Technology Committee, January 27, 2006)

9. Approve Establishment of Caltrans High Priority Projects Special Revenue Fund to Implement Federal Emission Reduction Program for South Coast Air Quality Management District
Liu (909) 396-2105
Mail graphic(cliu@aqmd.gov)

This action is to establish a Special Fund and recognize revenues made available under United States Public Law 109-59 §1701(a)(2)(B), enacted on August 10, 2005. A total of $2,000,000 is available to the AQMD over the next five years for the federal Diesel Emissions Reduction Program under the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Special Project 3807. These federal funds are allocated as to the AQMD through FHWA and the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans). FHWA will pass through funds over the next five years in the amount of $400,000 per year. Staff is proposing to apply for a total of $800,000 for Calendar Years 2005 and 2006. (Review: Technology Committee, January 27, 2006)

10. Adopt Resolution Accepting Terms and Conditions for FY 2005-06 Carl Moyer Program Award and Issue RFP
Liu (909) 396-2105
Mail graphic(cliu@aqmd.gov)

This action is to adopt a resolution recognizing up to $34,101,315 in Carl Moyer grant award under SB1107 with its terms and conditions for FY 2005-06 to approve the release of an RFP to provide incentives for low emission on- and off-road vehicles and equipment for the FY 2005-06 Carl Moyer Program. Total amount of available funding for projects will be approximately $37.7 million comprised of approximately $8.3 million from AB923 and approximately $29.4 million from SB1107. Staff is proposing that the Board set aside $4 million for fleet modernization projects and two percent of the total amount of $34,101,315 for administrative cost. If additional funds become available by the time of awards approval, additional eligible projects under the solicitation will be awarded accordingly. (Review: Technology Committee, January 27, 2006)

11. Execute Contract for Independent Audit Services for FYs Ending June 30, 2006, 2007, and 2008
Pearce (909) 396-2828
Mail graphic(rpearce@aqmd.gov)

On October 7, 2005, the Board approved the release of an RFP for independent financial audit services. An evaluation panel composed of outside and AQMD Legal and Finance staff evaluated the proposals. Three proposals were submitted to the Administrative Committee for consideration at its January 13, 2006 meeting. After the Committee interviewed representatives of each of the firms, Thompson, Cobb, Bazilio & Associates, P.C. was selected to be recommended to the full Board. (Review: Administrative Committee, January 13, 2006)

12. Execute New Contracts for Short- and Long-Term Systems Development and Support Services
Marlia (909) 396-3148
Mail graphic(cmarlia@aqmd.gov)

On November 4, 2005, the Board approved the release of an RFP to obtain short- and long-term systems development services. This action is to execute new contracts to obtain these services on a task order basis. Executing contracts with multiple 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 ($565,000) are included in the FY 2005-06 Budget. Also, the AQMD currently has existing contracts with three companies set to expire this fiscal year. This action is to amend those Board-approved contracts for an additional six months to allow completion of previously awarded task orders. This contract amendment is a time extension only and will have no fiscal impact. (Review: Administrative Committee, January 13, 2006)

13. Establish List of Pre-qualified Vendors to Provide Computer, Network, and Printer Hardware and Software, and Purchase Desktop Computer Hardware Upgrades
Marlia (909) 396-2828
Mail graphic(cmarlia@aqmd.gov)

On October 7, 2005, the Board approved release of a Request for Qualifications and Quotations (RFQQ) to prequalify vendors for computer, network, and printer hardware and software; and to purchase desktop computer hardware upgrades. As a result of successful responses to this RFQQ, twelve vendors were identified as capable of providing these products. This action is to approve these twelve vendors to provide these products for a two-year period, and to authorize purchase of desktop computer hardware upgrades. Funds ($300,000) for these purchases are included in the FY 2005-06 and will be included in the following FY 2006-07 Proposed Budget. (Review: Administrative Committee, January 13, 2006)

14. Amend Contract with Ecotek, MST Solutions, Inc. for Privatization of Portions of Annual Emissions Reporting Program
Chang (909) 396-3186
Mail graphic(echang@aqmd.gov)

In January 2005, the Board approved a contract with Ecotek, MST Solutions, Inc. for continuation of privatization of portions of the Annual Emissions Reporting (AER) Program. Ecotek has developed, maintained, and updated the emissions reporting software; produced and distributed reporting materials (forms and instructions); provided public outreach and assistance; collected and compiled reported data; and conducted data quality control. Based on Ecotek's responsiveness and satisfactory performance, this action is to exercise the first of three one-year renewal options in Ecotek's contract for an amount not to exceed $340,000. (Review: Administrative Committee, January 13, 2006)

15. Amend Contract to Conduct Additional Research Project under Asthma and Outdoor Air Quality Consortium
Ospital (909) 396-2582
Mail graphic(jospital@aqmd.gov)

The Board previously authorized a contract with UCLA to manage the Asthma and Outdoor Air Quality Consortium, and approved the execution of six research projects under the Consortium. This action is to request that the agreement with UCLA be amended to approve the execution of an additional research project for a sum not to exceed $80,678 from the Asthma & Brain Cancer Research Fund (Review: Technology Committee, January 27, 2006)

16. Execute Purchase Order for Continuous Ozone Analyzers for Ambient Air Monitoring Network
Hogo (909) 396-3184
Mail graphic(hhogo@aqmd.gov)

On March 4, 2005, the Board approved the release of a RFQ to purchase new continuous ozone analyzers to replace older existing units in the ambient monitoring network, as part of a two-year replacement program to replace all ozone analyzers. This item was originally under the FY 2004-05 Budget, but was not purchased pending the receipt of funds from U.S. EPA. On September 9, 2005, the Board authorized reallocating $45,000 of the U.S. EPA PAMS funds to the FY 2005-06 Budget Capital Outlay Major Object to purchase the ozone analyzers. Staff is recommending purchasing the analyzers from the lowest qualified bidder. Because the quoted unit cost is below the fixed asset limit, staff requests Board approval to transfer the available funds from the Capital Outlay Major Object to the Service and Supplies Major Object. This action is to execute a purchase order with Thermo Electron Corporation for an amount not to exceed $44,415 to purchase ten continuous ozone analyzers. (Review: Administrative Committee, January 13, 2006)

17. Appropriate Funds for Special Particulate Air Monitoring Program
Hogo (909) 396-3184
Mail graphic(hhogo@aqmd.gov)

The AQMD has been assisting in a special national particulate monitoring program over the last three years collecting samples at various locations in the South Coast Air Basin. This special particulate monitoring program has been fully funded through the U.S. EPA. The federal government is planning to expand the current program and anticipates fully funding the expanded program in the near future. At this time, the federal government indicated that funding for the current program will continue for a period of time during the first half of Calendar Year 2006. It is unclear at this time when the expanded program will begin and would only begin when full funding is provided by the federal government. The specific funding level for the expanded program will be based on the start date. This action is to appropriate $158,338 which is to be reimbursed by the U.S. EPA for the current program. (Review: Administrative Committee, January 13, 2006)

18. Execute Lease Contracts for Printing Equipment and Copiers
Tharp (909) 396-3018
Mail graphic(etharp@aqmd.gov)

On September 9, 2005, the Board approved release of an RFP to solicit lease proposals to replace both print shop equipment and walk-up copiers. This action is to execute five-year lease agreements with Canon Business Solutions for both a high-production black and white printer/copier system for the print shop and walk-up copiers throughout the facility, and with Heidelberg USA, Inc., for high-production color equipment for the print shop. The FY 2005-06 cost of these leases, based on past usage and including maintenance service, is estimated to be approximately $63,400, which can be covered within the approved budget. Funding for subsequent years will be requested in future fiscal year budgets. (Review: Administrative Committee, January 13, 2006)

19. Adopt Resolution Amending Hearing Board Compensation
Tharp (909) 396-3018
Mail graphic(etharp@aqmd.gov)

On August 6, 2004, the Board approved a cost-of-living pay adjustment, within existing budgetary constraints, for Hearing Board members, who had not had an increase since 1992. In continuing recognition of the 12 years Hearing Board members went without a cost-of-living increase, and to continue to retain and attract qualified members, the Personnel Committee recommends that, effective January 2, 2006, Hearing Board members and their alternates receive a nine-percent pay adjustment. The annual cost of this adjustment is approximately $25,520, and the cost for the remainder of the fiscal year is approximately $12,760. (Review: Personnel Committee, January 19, 2006)

20. Approve Multiple Contract Awards as Part of MSRC's FY 2005-06 AB 2766 Discretionary Fund Work Program; Grant MSRC Authority to Adjust Project Costs Up to Five Percent; and Authorize Board Chairman to Execute Agreements
Norton Perry

The MSRC developed a two-phase Conceptual FY 2005-06 Work Program, the first phase of which was approved by the AQMD Board on September 9, 2005. The first phase includes $12.875 million in solicitations and projects, including $1.25 million allocated for diesel exhaust aftertreatment retrofits and $2.5 million for alternative fuel infrastructure. On January 26, 2006, the MSRC met to consider several applications received to date under these elements. At this time, the MSRC requests approval of multiple contract awards under this Program as part of the FY 2005-06 Work Program. Additional awards are anticipated in the future. The MSRC also requests authority to adjust contracts up to five percent and authority for the Board Chairman to execute agreements. (Review: Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee, January 26, 2006)

Action Items – No Fiscal Impact

21. Audit for FY Ended June 30, 2005
Pearce (909) 396-2828
Mail graphic(rpearce@aqmd.gov)

This agenda item transmits the annual financial audit of the AQMD performed by an independent certified public accountant. The AQMD has received an unqualified opinion (the highest obtainable) on its financial statements. (Review: Administrative Committee, January 13, 2006)

Information Only - Receive and File

22. Public Affairs Report
Abarca (909) 396-3242
Mail graphic(oabarca@aqmd.gov)

This report highlights the December 2005 outreach activities of Public Affairs which include: Environmental Justice Update, Community Events/Public Meetings, Business Assistance, and Local Governmental Activity.

23. Hearing Board Report
Camarena (909) 396-2500
Mail graphic(ecamarena@aqmd.gov)

This reports the actions taken by the Hearing Board during the period of December 1 through December 31, 2005.

24. Civil Filing and Civil Penalties Report
Mieras (909) 396-3400
Mail graphic(pmieras@aqmd.gov)

This reports the monthly penalties from October 1 through October 31, 2005, and legal actions filed by the District Prosecutor during November 1 through November 30, 2005. A glossary explaining key terms and Index of District Rules are attached with the penalty report.

25. Rule and Control Measure Forecast
Chang (909) 396-3186
Mail graphic(echang@aqmd.gov)

This report highlights AQMD rulemaking activity and public workshops potentially scheduled for the year 2006.

26. Lead Agency Projects and Environmental Documents Received by AQMD
Chang (909) 396-3186
Mail graphic(echang@aqmd.gov)

This report provides, for the Board's consideration, a listing of CEQA documents received by the AQMD between December 1, 2005, and December 31, 2005, and those projects for which the AQMD is acting as lead agency pursuant to CEQA. (Review: Mobile Source Committee, January 27, 2006)

27. Status Report on Major Projects for Information Management Scheduled to Start During Last Six Months of 2005-06
Marlia (909) 396-3148
Mail graphiccmarlia@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 2005-06.

28. Items Deferred from Consent Calendar

BOARD CALENDAR

29. Administrative Committee
Chair: Burke
Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
Mail graphic(bwallerstein@aqmd.gov)

30. Legislative Committee
Chair: LaPisto-Kirtley
Abarca (909) 396-3242
Mail graphic(oabarca@aqmd.gov)

The Legislative Committee considered agenda items including a “spot bill” for possible revenue enhancement for AQMD’s general operation; and the establishment of a set of principles regarding the District’s position on the Governor’s Infrastructure Financing Proposals. In addition, the Board will consider a position for the following legislation:

Bill/Title Recommended Position
AB 1231 (Horton) Air Pollution Support as Amended

31. Mobile Source Committee
Chair: Carney
Chang (909) 396-3186
Mail graphic(echang@aqmd.gov)

32. Stationary Source Committee
Chair: Loveridge
Coy (909) 396-2434
Mail graphic(ccoy@aqmd.gov)

33. Technology Committee
Chair: Wilson
Liu (909) 396-2105
Mail graphic(cliu@aqmd.gov)

34. Mobile Source Air Emission Reduction Committee
Board Liaison: Antonovich
Hogo (909) 396-3184
Mail graphic(hhogo@aqmd.gov)

35. 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: Loveridge
McDaniel (909) 396-2821
Mail graphic(smcdaniel@aqmd.gov)

36. Annual Status Report on Rule 1113 - Architectural Coatings
(Continued from January 6, 2006 Board Meeting)
Tisopulos (909) 396-3123
Mail graphicltisopulos@aqmd.gov

This report for 2005 updates technical information provided in a draft report presented to the Board in June 2005 and presents results of additional laboratory testing, field surveys and site visits. Conclusions are drawn relative to the achievability of the 2006 limits contained in Rule 1113. The report also discusses compliance actions and additional meetings held with the Technical Advisory Committee, Rule 1113 Ad Hoc Subcommittee and various coating manufacturers. Several changes have been made to this report to correct minor errors and to update information relative to the Board's decision to continue this matter to the February, 2006 meeting. (Review: Stationary Source Committee, December 21, 2005)

PUBLIC HEARINGS

37. Receive Public Input on Executive Officer’s Proposed Program Goals/Objectives for FY 2006-07
Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
Mail graphic(bwallerstein@aqmd.gov)

A set of priority goals for the FY 2006-07 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 AQMD’s Work Program.

38. Adopt Proposed Rules 3501 – Recordkeeping for Locomotive Idling; and 3502 – Minimization of Emissions from Locomotive Idling
Chang (909) 396-3186
Mail graphic(echang@aqmd.gov)

Proposed Rules 3501 and 3502 establish recordkeeping and idling requirements for diesel freight locomotives. The purpose of Proposed Rule 3501 is to record idling events to assist the AQMD in quantifying idling emissions. The purpose of Proposed Rule 3502 is to minimize emissions from continued idling of freight locomotives operating in the District. These rules will apply to Class I freight railroads and switching and terminal freight railroads that operate locomotives in the District. (Review: Mobile Source Committee, March 25, 2005 and November 18, 2005)

OTHER BUSINESS

Chairman’s approval needed to add to agenda.

39. Adopt Resolution Regarding Cost-Reduction Measures for AQMD Retirement Plan
Wiese (909) 396-3460
Mail graphic(kwiese@aqmd.gov)

The San Bernardino County Employees’ Retirement Association (SBCERA) Board met on February 2, 2006, to consider cost-reduction measures for AQMD’s retirement plan that were incorporated into labor contracts and into salary and benefits changes for non-represented employees, both of which were approved by the Board, contingent on the retirement board’s action, at the January Board meeting. Counsel for SBCERA has indicated that the cost-reduction measures must be adopted by Resolution of the AQMD Board.

PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - (Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3)

CLOSED SESSION – (No Written Material)
Wiese (909) 396-3460
Mail graphic(kwiese@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:

  • Engine Manufacturers Association, et al. v. SCAQMD, et al.,
    United States District Court Case No. CV-00-09065 FMC (BQRx);
  • Western States Petroleum Association v. SCAQMD, et al.,
    Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. BS 087190; and
  • Communities for a Better Environment v. SCAQMD, et al., ConocoPhillips Company,
    Los Angeles Superior Court Case Nos. BS091275 and BS091276.

It is also necessary for the Board to recess to closed session pursuant to Government Code section 54597.6(a) to meet with

  • designated representatives regarding represented employee salaries and benefits or other mandatory subjects within the scope of representation [Negotiator: Eudora Tharp; Represented Employees: Teamsters Local 911 and SCAQMD Professional Employees Association]

and to meet with

  • labor negotiators regarding unrepresented employees [Agency Designated Representative: Eudora Tharp; Unrepresented Employees: Designated Deputies and Management and Confidential employees].

In addition, it is necessary to recess to closed session pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(c) to confer with its counsel regarding determining whether to initiate litigation (two cases).



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 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 attachment, 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
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
RTC = RECLAIM Trading Credit
SCAG = Southern California Association of
Governments
SIP = State Implementation Plan
SOx = Oxides of Sulfur
SULEV = Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle
TCM = Transportation Control Measure
ULEV = Ultra Low Emission Vehicle
U.S. EPA = United States Environmental Protection Agency
VMT = Vehicle Miles Traveled
VOC = Volatile Organic Compound
ZEV = Zero Emission Vehicle