GOVERNING BOARD AGENDA
MEETING, December 7, 2007
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
Recognize Employees with Twenty-Five and Thirty Years of Service, Burke
Recognize Schools that Took Precautionary Measures During Wildfires, Burke
CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 1 through 19)
Note: Consent Calendar items held for discussion will be moved to Item No. 20.
1. Minutes of November 2, 2007 Board Meeting
McDaniel (909) 396-2500
(smcdaniel@aqmd.gov)
Budget/Fiscal Impact
2. Execute Three Contracts to Cosponsor Emissions
Testing of Various Blends of Alternative Fuels
Liu (909) 396-2105
(cliu@aqmd.gov)
There is increased attention on alternative fuels due to national support for biofuels and state activities resulting from AB32, AB1007, the Low Carbon Fuel Standard and changing natural gas composition. In order to evaluate the most likely emission impact from these fuels, this action is to execute three projects with the University of California Riverside College of Engineering Center for Environmental Research and Technology. The first would cosponsor a project with CARB evaluating diesel biofuels and biofuel blends. The second would evaluate different blends of ethanol for light-duty vehicles. The third would cosponsor a project with the California Energy Commission evaluating various natural gas blends. The total cost for these three projects is expected to be $2,280,000 with the AQMD funding not to exceed $450,000 from the Clean Fuels Fund. (Review: Technology Committee, November 16, 2007)
3. Execute Port LNG Truck Fleet Modernization Contract Under Year 8 Carl
Moyer Program
Liu (909) 396-2105
(cliu@aqmd.gov)
On February 3, 2006, the Board set aside $6 million to replace older heavy-duty diesel trucks at the Port of Los Angeles (POLA) and the Port of Long Beach (POLB) with new LNG trucks under the Carl Moyer Fleet Modernization Program. On February 1, 2007, AQMD, POLA, and POLB released a joint RFP for a total amount of $22 million to solicit LNG truck projects. POLA and POLB contributed $8 million each towards this project. The RFP closed on March 30, 2007, and AQMD, POLA, and POLB jointly evaluated the applications which were received in response to the RFP. This action is to execute a contract with Southern Counties Express to replace 21 heavy-duty pre-1990 diesel trucks with 2006 model year LNG trucks in an amount not to exceed $3,024,000 from the “Year 8” Carl Moyer Program Fund SB 1107 Account. (Review: Technology Committee, November 16, 2007)
4. Execute Truck Fleet Modernization Contracts for Carl Moyer
Program
Liu (909) 396-2105
(cliu@aqmd.gov)
On July 7, 2006, the Board approved release of a Program Announcement to solicit projects at a cost not to exceed $6 million under the Carl Moyer Truck Fleet Modernization Program. These projects are evaluated on a first-come, first-served basis, and are submitted on a monthly basis to the Board for approval. This action is to execute fleet modernization contracts in an amount not to exceed $781,150 from the Carl Moyer Program Fund SB 1107 Account.
5. Approve Grants for Replacement of Pre-1987 School Buses with New CNG
School Buses
Liu (909) 396-2105
(cliu@aqmd.gov)
At its June 1, 2007 meeting, the Board authorized issuance of a Program Announcement to replace pre-1987 school buses with new alternative fuel school buses. Several public school districts applied. This action is to replace 108 pre-1987 school buses with new CNG buses in an amount not to exceed $16,307,329 from either the Carl Moyer Program Fund AB 923 Account or from state bond funds, if these become available. Upon receipt of the state bond funds, this action will also replace an additional 67 pre-1987 school buses with new CNG buses. (Review: Technology Committee, November 16, 2007)
6. Execute Contract to Replace Child Care Center
Roof
Tharp (909) 396-3018
(etharp@aqmd.gov)
On September 7, 2007, the Board authorized release of an RFP to re-roof the child care center. This action is to execute a contract with Best Contracting Services, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $84,412, for this work. Sufficient funding is available in the FY 2007-08 Budget. (Review: Administrative Committee, November 9, 2007)
7. Execute Sole Source Contract for Municipal Outreach to Implement 2007
SIP Measure on AB 2766 Funding
Abarca (909) 396-3242
(oabarca@aqmd.gov)
A sole source contract with Joe A. Gonsalves & Son for enhanced education and outreach assistance to local governments for expenditure of AB 2766 Funds from Motor Vehicle Registration Fees is recommended for Calendar Year 2008. This firm is familiar with AQMD policies and initiatives, has a strong bipartisan reputation, and a widespread municipal client base within the jurisdictional boundaries of the District. This action is to provide assistance in the implementation of the 2007 SIP Measure on AB 2766 funding by executing a contract with Joe A. Gonsalves & Son to perform enhanced education and outreach at a cost not to exceed $100,000. (Review: Administrative Committee, November 9, 2007)
8. Amend Contracts to Provide Short- and
Long-Term Systems Development, Maintenance and Support Services
Marlia (909) 396-3148
(cmarlia@aqmd.gov)
The AQMD currently has contracts with several companies for short- and long-term systems development, maintenance and support services. These contracts are periodically amended to add budgeted funds as additional needs are defined. This action is to amend the contracts approved by the Board to add additional funds of $470,000 for needed development work. Funds for this purchase are included in the FY 2007-08 Budget. (Review: Administrative Committee, November 9, 2007)
9. Appropriate Funds from General Fund,
Undesignated Fund Balance, to Information Management’s FY 2007-08 Budget for
Systems Development Work
Marlia (909) 396-3148
(cmarlia@aqmd.gov)
Information Management staff resources have been redirected from budgeted systems development efforts to the modification of AQMD’s annual emission reporting program. To ensure that critical systems development is not delayed, this action is to appropriate and transfer $150,000 from the Undesignated Fund Balance in the General Fund to Information Managements FY 2007-08 Services and Supplies Budget. (Review: Administrative Committee, November 9, 2007)
10. Authorize Purchase of Desktop Operating
System and Office Suite Upgrades
Marlia (909) 396-3148
(cmarlia@aqmd.gov)
On September 7, 2007, the Board approved the release of an RFQ to select a vendor capable of providing Microsoft Windows Vista Business Operating System and Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2007 licenses. As a result of successful responses to this RFQ, Advance Computer Service was identified as capable of providing these products. This action is to authorize the purchase of desktop Vista Operating System and Office Suite upgrades from Advance Computer Service. Funds ($433,630) for this expense are included in the FY 2007-08 Budget. (Review: Administrative Committee, November 9, 2007)
At its November 8, 2007 meeting, the MSRC approved a modification request from Westport Fuel Systems to substitute a demonstration program for a portion of the funds in the existing incentive program for advanced heavy-duty natural gas engines and awarded additional funds to A Z Bus Sales for CNG school bus incentives under the FYs 2005-06 and 2006 07 Work Programs, respectively. The MSRC also approved a $13.745 million FY 2007-08 Work Program and unanimously approved to move forward with the following elements: Local Government Match, Alternative Fuel Infrastructure, Alternative Fuel School Buses, Heavy-Duty Alternative Fuel On-Road Engines, Heavy-Duty Natural Gas Off-Road Cargo Handling Engines, and Big Rig Freeway Service Patrol. Therefore, at this time the MSRC requests approval to modify two contracts under the FYs 2005-06 and 2006-07 Work Programs as well as approval to issue five solicitations and award two sole-source contracts, totaling $12.2 million, under the FY 2007-08 AB 2766 Discretionary Fund Work Program. The MSRC further requests authority to adjust contracts up to five percent and for the Board Chairman to execute agreements. (Review: Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Committee, November 8, 2007).
Action Item/No Fiscal Impact
12. Adopt Corrected Resolution Regarding Hearing Board Compensation
Tharp (909) 396-3018
(etharp@aqmd.gov)
The Resolution regarding Hearing Board compensation that was adopted by the Board at its November 2, 2007 meeting inadvertently omitted changes made by the Board on June 9, 2006. This action is to adopt the corrected Resolution.
13. Establish Lists of Prequalified Vendors to
Provide Mailing Services and Fleet Vehicle Mechanical Repair and Service
Tharp (909) 396-3018
(etharp@aqmd.gov)
On July 13, 2007, the Board approved release of RFQs for mailing services and for fleet vehicle mechanical repair and service. This action is to establish lists of prequalified vendors that will be used for the next three years to purchase these services and supplies. (Review: Administrative Committee, November 9, 2007)
Information Only - Receive and File
14. Public Affairs Report
Abarca (909) 396-3242
(oabarca@aqmd.gov)
This report highlights the October 2007 outreach activities of Public Affairs, which include: Environmental Justice Update, Community Events/Public Meetings, Business Assistance, and Outreach to Business and Federal, State, and Local Government.
15. Hearing Board Report
Camarena (909) 396-2500
(ecamarena@aqmd.gov)
This reports the actions taken by the Hearing Board during the period of October 1 through October 31, 2007.
16. Civil Filing and Civil Penalties Report
Mieras (909) 396-3400
(pmieras@aqmd.gov)
This reports the monthly penalties from September 1 through September 30, 2007, and legal actions filed by the District Prosecutor during September 1 through September 30, 2007. A glossary explaining the key terms and Index of District Rules are attached with the penalty report.
17. Lead Agency Projects and Environmental Documents Received by 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 October 1, 2007 and October 31, 2007, and those projects for which the AQMD is acting as lead agency pursuant to CEQA. (Review: Mobile Source Committee, November 16, 2007)
18. Rule and Control Measure Forecast
Chang (909) 396-3186
(echang@aqmd.gov)
This report highlights AQMD rulemaking activity and public workshops potentially scheduled for the year 2008.
19. Status Report on Major Projects for Information
Management Scheduled to Start During First Six Months of 2007-08
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 first six months of FY 2007-08
20. Items Deferred from Consent Calendar
BOARD CALENDAR
21. Administrative Committee
Chair: Burke
Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
(bwallerstein@aqmd.gov)
22. Investment Oversight Committee
Chair: Antonovich
Pearce (909) 396-2828
(rpearce@aqmd.gov)
23. Legislative Committee
Chair: Carney
Abarca (909) 396-3242
(oabarca@aqmd.gov)
The Legislative Committee held its regular meeting on Friday, November 9, 2007, and approved and forwarded for Board’s consideration AQMD’s 2008 Legislative Goals and Objectives. The next Legislative Committee meeting is scheduled for Friday, December 14, 2007 at 8:00 a.m. in Conference Room CC8.
24. Mobile Source Committee
Chair: Loveridge
Chang (909) 396-3186
(echang@aqmd.gov)
25. Stationary Source Committee
Chair: Yates
Coy (909) 396-2434
(ccoy@aqmd.gov)
26. Technology Committee
Chair: Wilson
Liu (909) 396-2105
(cliu@aqmd.gov)
27. Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee
Board Liaison: Antonovich
Hogo (909) 396-3184
(hhogo@aqmd.gov)
28. California Air Resources Board Monthly Report
Board Rep: Loveridge
McDaniel (909) 396-2821
(smcdaniel@aqmd.gov)
29. Report on 2007 Southern California
Wildfires, Proposed Actions to Enhance Future Response Capabilities, and Issue
Sole Source Purchase Orders for Additional Continuous Monitoring Equipment for
Fine Particle Matter
Liu (909) 396-2105
(cliu@aqmd.gov)
Southern California continues to experience wildfires and this year’s fires were the most severe in recent history. Staff will provide an update on the air quality impacts and the AQMD response to the 2007 Southern California wildfires. Staff will also propose a series of actions to enhance future response capabilities, including enhanced communications to the public through the AQMD website and interactive voice response system, releasing information to the media and local jurisdictions, and enhancing measurement capabilities to capture real-time pollutant concentrations during wildfire events. (Review: Technology Committee, November 16, 2007)
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD – (Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3)
BOARD MEMBER TRAVEL – (No Written Material)
Board member travel reports have been filed with the Clerk of the Boards, and copies are available upon request.
CLOSED SESSION – (No Written Material)
Wiese (909) 396-3460
(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:
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Association of American Railroads, et al. v. SCAQMD, et al.,
U.S. District Court Case No. CV06-1416 JFW (PLAx) and United States
Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit Docket No. 07-55804; -
Engine Manufacturers Association, et al. v. SCAQMD, et al.,
United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit Case No. 05-56654; -
NRDC, et al. v. SCAQMD, et al.,
Los Angeles Superior Court Case Nos. BS105728 and BS110792; and
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Communities for a Better Environment v. South Coast Air Quality Management
District, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. BS091275, and Carlos
Valdez, Southern California Pipe Trades District Council 16, Steamfitters &
Pipefitters Local 250 v. South Coast Air Quality Management District, et al.,
Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. BS091276
It is also necessary for the Board to recess to closed session under Government Code section 54956.9(c) to consider initiation of litigation (one case).
ADJOURNMENT
Immediately following the regular Board meeting, the Board will reconvene in Conference Room CC-8 to hold a Special Study Session on Climate Change, including Discussion of Potential AQMD Policies and Activities Related to AB 32 Implementation.
***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 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