GOVERNING BOARD AGENDA
MEETING, July 11, 2008

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

Note: Consent Calendar items held for discussion will be moved to Item No. 31.

1.  Minutes of June 6, 2008 Board Meeting
McDaniel (909)396-2500
(smcdaniel@aqmd.gov)

2.  Set Public Hearings September 5, 2008 to Consider Amendments and/or Adoption to AQMD Rules and Regulations
Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
(bwallerstein@aqmd.gov)

1. Amend Rule 1146 - Emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen from Industrial, Institutional, and Commercial Boilers, Steam Generators, and Process Heaters
   Tisopulos (909) 396-3123
   (ltisopulos@aqmd.gov)
   The proposed amendment will further reduce NOx emissions from large boilers, steam generators, and process heaters with maximum rated heat input capacities greater than or equal to 5 million BTU per hour by lowering the applicable NOx emission limits beginning 2012 through 2015, depending on type of fuel and burner used. The proposed amendment will, in part, implement the 2007 AQMP Control Measure MSC-01 - Facility Modernization. (Review: Stationary Source Committee, April 25, May 16, and June 20, 2008)
    
2. Amend Rule 1146.1 - Emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen from Small Industrial, Institutional, and Commercial Boilers, Steam Generators, and Process Heaters
   Tisopulos (909) 396-3123
   (ltisopulos@aqmd.gov)
   The proposed amendments will further reduce NOx emissions from boilers, steam generators, and process heaters with maximum rated heat input capacities greater than 2 million BTU per hour and less than 5 million BTU per hour by lowering the applicable NOx emission limits beginning 2012 through 2015, depending on fuel and burner type used. The proposed amendment will, in part, implement the 2007 AQMP Control Measure MSC-01 - Facility Modernization. (Review: Stationary Source Committee, April 25, May 16, and June 20, 2008)

Budget/Fiscal Impact

3. Approve Executive Officer Salary Adjustment and Contract Revision
Carney
The Personnel Committee recommends the Executive Officer, based on his FY 2007-08 job performance, receive the same CPI-based 3.3% salary adjustment provided other employees, effective July 14, 2008, and, in recognition of time demands made of the position, that the Executive Officer contract be revised to permit the ability to sell back an additional 80 hours of unused vacation annually. (Review: Personnel Committee, June 6, 2008)

4.  Finalize Implementation of General Counsel Office
Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
(bwallerstein@aqmd.gov)
At the recommendation of the Personnel Committee, this item is to establish a General Counsel Office that would include both District Counsel and District Prosecutor functions. To appropriately staff the unit, staff recommends establishing pay rates for General Counsel, District Counsel, and District Prosecutor and adding an additional Principal Deputy District Counsel and deleting an existing Sr. Deputy District Counsel position in both counsel and prosecutor units. The net budgetary impact of these changes is approximately $18,690, and sufficient funds are available in the FY 2008-09 Budget. (Review: Personnel Committee, June 6, 2008)

5.  Execute Contract for Air Pollutant Measurements Aloft
Tisopulos (909) 396-3123
(ltisopulos@aqmd.gov)
On April 4, 2008, the Board approved release of an RFP to conduct air pollutant measurements aloft for the AQMD. The contract effort will assist with air quality model evaluation and the assessment of regional air quality model boundary conditions, by developing an annual profile of model boundary conditions and studying seasonal variations of ozone aloft. This will be accomplished with a combination of measurements from aircraft and balloon platforms. This action is to execute a contract in the amount of $150,000, with an option to add funds for additional measurements in FY 2008-09, based upon availability of funds and satisfactory contractor performance. The initial funding for this contract in the amount of $150,000 is budgeted in FY 2007-08, as allocated from the U.S. EPA Section 105 Grant, for the 16th year of the PAMS program. (Review: Administrative Committee, June 13, 2008)

6.  Execute Agreement and Contract to Develop and Demonstrate Stationary Emission Control Systems for Locomotives and Marine Vessels
Liu (909) 396-2105
(cliu@aqmd.gov)
In August 2006, the Advanced Locomotive Emission Control System (ALECS) was demonstrated at a rail yard in Roseville, CA. The ALECS consists of a bonnet arrangement to collect emissions from locomotives being serviced and a ground-mounted emission treatment system. Further development of the ALECS is proposed. In addition, the Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles are proposing to demonstrate the Advanced Marine Emission Control System (AMECS) on a berthed ship. A different bonnet arrangement is used to collect the ship emissions and treat them with the same emission treatment system as the ALECS. This action is to execute an agreement with Placer County APCD in an amount not to exceed $50,000 for ALECS, and to execute a contract with Advanced Cleanup Technologies, Incorporated in an amount not to exceed $55,000 for AMECS. (Review: Technology Committee, June 20, 2008)

7.  Recognize Revenue and Reallocate Funds for PAMS, Recognize Revenue and Appropriate Funds for PM2.5, Issue Purchase Orders and RFQ, and Amend Existing Contract
Liu (909) 396-2105
(cliu@aqmd.gov)
U.S. EPA has allocated Section 105 Grant funds of $1,239,740 for the 16th Year PAMS program, and Section 103 funds of $799,465 for the PM2.5 program. This action is to: (1) recognize revenue and reallocate unspent 16th year PAMS funds to the FY 2008-09 Budget; (2) recognize revenue and appropriate funds for the U.S. EPA PM2.5 monitoring program; (3) issue purchase orders and an RFQ for budgeted fixed assets; and (4) amend an existing contract under the PAMS program. (Review: Administrative Committee, June 13, 2008)

8. Issue Purchase Orders for Purchase of Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Liquids
Liu (909) 396-2105
(cliu@aqmd.gov)
In April 2008, the Board approved the release of an RFQ to purchase compressed gases and cryogenic liquids. Several bids for compressed gases and cryogenic liquids were received and evaluated. This action is to issue purchase orders for the purchase of compressed gases and cryogenic liquids for FY 2008-09 with an optional extension to cover FY 2009-10. (Review: Administrative Committee, June 13, 2008)

9.  Execute Contracts for FY 2007-08 "Year Ten" Carl Moyer Memorial Air Quality Standards Attainment Program and Surplus Off-Road Opt-In for NOx Provision of State In-Use Off-Road Vehicle Regulation
Liu (909) 396-2105
(cliu@aqmd.gov)
On May 2, 2008, proposals were received in response to the Program Announcements that were issued for the “Year Ten” Carl Moyer Air Quality Standards Attainment Program and the Surplus Off-Road Opt-In for NOx (SOON) provision of the state in-use off-road vehicle regulation. These actions are to execute contracts under the Carl Moyer Program and the SOON Provision with funds from the Carl Moyer Program SB 1107 Fund. (Review: Technology Committee, June 20, 2008)

10.  Recognize Additional Early Grant Funds under Proposition 1B from CARB, and Amend Early Grant Awards under Proposition 1B Goods Movement Emission Reduction Program
Liu (909) 396-2105
(cliu@aqmd.gov)
In January 2008, CARB awarded $13.8 million to the AQMD for Early Grant projects under Proposition 1B Goods Movement Emission Reduction Program. In May 2008, the Board recognized $13.8 million from CARB and approved execution of contracts to replace 260 pre-2003 heavy-duty diesel trucks with 2007 or newer diesel and LNG trucks. In the June 3, 2008, FY 2007-08 Early Grant Agreements, CARB increased the total number of trucks to be funded by three trucks, including two drayage and one non-drayage trucks. In order to allocate funds for the additional trucks, CARB increased AQMD’s Early Grant amount by $7,500 from $13,800,000 to $13,807,500 and decreased the administrative funds from $800,000 to $657,500. This action is to receive these additional funds and amend appropriate contracts. (Review: Technology Committee, June 20, 2008)

11.  Execute Contract to Conduct Natural Gas Hearth Product Buy-Down Pilot Program
Whynot (909)396-3104
(jwhynot@aqmd.gov)
On March 7, 2008, the Board approved release of a Program Announcement to solicit bids from qualified contractors to implement an incentive program to provide the public with financial assistance to replace existing wood burning fireplaces with cleaner gas log sets. This action is to award the contract to the team of Rasmussen Iron Works/Robert H. Peterson Co. to implement the gas log buy-down pilot program in an amount not to exceed $500,000 to be executed until all funds are exhausted. Funding for this action was previously designated from the AQMD Rule 1309.1 (Priority Reserve) account. (Review: Administrative Committee, June 13, 2008)

12.  Execute Contracts for CEQA Analysis for Expansion and Modernization of Union Pacific Intermodal Container Transfer Facility
Chang (909) 396-3186
(echang@aqmd.gov)
The AQMD has entered into a Memorandum of Agreement with the Intermodal Container Facility Joint Powers Authority (JPA) to prepare the CEQA documents for the proposed expansion and modernization of the Union Pacific’s Intermodal Container Transfer Facility railyard in the cities of Los Angeles and Carson. The funding for preparation of the CEQA documents will come from the JPA. The scope and schedule for preparation of the CEQA documents for the proposed project requires the AQMD to obtain the services of consultants with experience in assessing impacts on air quality, health risk, noise, light and glare, traffic, and intermodal shifts. This action is to authorize the Executive Officer to execute contracts for these services, for the consultants and in the amounts listed in the Board letter. Total funding for these contracts will potentially be approximately $750,000, to be paid by the AQMD and reimbursed by JPA. The JPA has estimated $2.5 million for preparation of the CEQA documents. (Review: Mobile Source Committee, June 20, 2008)

13.  Execute Sole Source Contract for AQMD Access to On-line Legal Research Libraries
Wong (909) 396-2307)
(wwong@aqmd.gov)
The current service agreement with LexisNexis to provide AQMD with on-line legal research libraries ends July 31, 2008. This action is to execute a new three-year contract with LexisNexis. A sole source contract is necessary since AQMD secures such services under the State of California's Master Service Agreement with LexisNexis at substantially lower rates. (Review: Administrative Committee, June 13, 2008)

14. Execute Agreement to Cosponsor Development and Demonstration of Hydraulic-Hybrid Shuttle Bus
Miyasato (909) 396-3249
(mmiyasato@aqmd.gov)
Hydraulic-hybrid drive systems for vehicles are currently under development. Hydraulic hybrid systems capture braking energy as compressed gas and re-use this energy for propulsion through the use of special hydraulic pump/motors in the drivetrain. The U.S. EPA has been developing a series hydraulic hybrid system with a Homogeneous Charge Combustion Ignition engine. This engine and drive system have the potential for extremely low emissions and greatly improved fuel economy in heavier vehicles. This action is to propose a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement with Navistar, Eaton Corporation, US Army National Automotive Center and the U.S. EPA for the next stage of development and demonstration of this system in a shuttle bus. The total cost of this project is estimated to be $1,960,000 with AQMD funding not to exceed $500,000 from the Clean Fuels Fund. (Review: Technology Committee, June 20, 2008)

15.  Execute Truck Fleet Modernization Contracts for Carl Moyer Program
Miyasato (909) 396-3249
(mmiyasato@aqmd.gov)
On April 4, 2008, the Board approved the release of a Program Announcement to solicit projects at a cost not to exceed $6 million under the "Year 9" 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 from the Carl Moyer Program SB 1107 Fund.

16.  Approve Grants for Replacement of Remaining Pre-1977 School Buses in Basin and Issue Program Announcement for Replacement and Retrofit of School Buses
Miyasato (909) 396-3249
(mmiyasato@aqmd.gov)
This action is to approve grants for replacement of the remaining pre-1977 school buses in the Basin. This action is also to approve the release of a Program Announcement for the replacement and retrofit of school buses with funds from the Proposition 1B School Bus Fund. The total amount of available funds is approximately $67.4 million, comprised of approximately $47.4 million for replacement of pre-1987 school buses with new CNG buses, and $20 million for retrofit of 1994 and newer diesel school buses. (Review: Technology Committee, June 20, 2008)

17. Transfer Funds from Clean Fuels Program Fund and Carl Moyer Program AB 923 Fund to FY 2008-09 Budget of Science & Technology Advancement to Support Administrative, Outreach, Education and Other Directly-Related Activities
Miyasato (909) 396-3249
(mmiyasato@aqmd.gov)
The Clean Fuels and Carl Moyer Programs successfully execute hundreds of contracts, totaling over $65 million, every year. Such large programs have on-going administrative, outreach, education and other directly-related activities which require resources and support. Each fiscal year, staff requests fund transfers to allow support for such activities throughout the year. This action is to transfer $600,000 from the Clean Fuels Program Fund and $300,000 from the Carl Moyer Program AB 923 Fund to the FY 2008-09 Budget of Science & Technology Advancement, Services and Supplies Major Object, Professional and Special Services Account to support these activities. (Review: Technology Committee, June 20, 2008)

18.  Authorize Purchase of Off-site Storage and Destruction Services
Marlia (909) 396-3148
(cmarlia@aqmd.gov)
The AQMD maintains over 3,500 cubic feet of paper records in off-site storage. The AQMD also performs nightly tape backup onto magnetic tape for the various minicomputers and file servers under Information Management’s control. Record retention and best effort in vital protection require off-site storage of these paper records and computer tapes in case of fire, earthquake or any other natural disaster. The AQMD’s Records Retention Policy also requires the destruction of all records and information that have reached the limit of their retention period. This action is to obtain approval for the sole source purchase of off-site storage services, for one year, for paper records and nightly back-up tapes, and destruction services for paper records and microfiche. Funds for this purchase ($79,940) are included in the FY 2008-09 Budget. (Review: Administrative Committee, June 13, 2008)

19.  Authorize Purchase of PeopleSoft, Oracle and LibertyNet Software Support
Marlia (909) 396-3148
(cmarlia@aqmd.gov)
PeopleSoft Integrated Financial/Human Resources System uses Oracle database software. The maintenance support for this system expires August 29, 2008. The AQMD’s Liberty Imaging System provides District users access to records maintained in electronic format. Support for this system will expire on July 31, 2008. This action is to obtain approval for the purchase of PeopleSoft, Oracle and LibertyNet software maintenance support for another year. Funds ($296,600) for this expense are included in the FY 2008-09 Budget. (Review: Administrative Committee, June 13, 2008)

20. Amend Contract for Incentive Buy-Down Program for CNG Home Refueling Appliance
Hogo (909) 396-3184
(hhogo@aqmd.gov)
On May 6, 2005, the Board approved matching funds with the MSRC and provided $400,000 for a buy-down incentive program for 400 natural gas home refueling appliances (HRAs) to broaden the consumer base for light-duty NGVs. Funding for the 400 HRAs was allocated in two contracts: 100 purchases through FuelMaker Corp. and 300 leases through American Honda. In February 2007, the Board de-obligated $250,000 from the lease program and apportioned this amount to the purchase program and commenced an AQMD-only sponsored purchase incentive of $2,000 per HRA. Overwhelming response to the buy-down incentive program continues for the purchase of an HRA prompting this action to amend the FuelMaker contract to add $146,000 from the Clean Fuels Fund. (Review: Technology Committee, June 20, 2008)

21.  Add and Delete Positions in Engineering and Compliance
Tharp (909) 396-3018
(etharp@aqmd.gov)
To enhance efficiency and meet current program needs with respect to administrative functions for permit streamlining and compliance enhancements, this action is to delete a Senior Air Quality Engineer position and to add an Air Quality Analysis and Compliance Supervisor position in Engineering and Compliance. The net annual top-step salary and benefits cost of this change is approximately $13,965, sufficient funds exist in the approved FY 2008-09 Budget. (Review: Administrative Committee, June 13, 2008)

22.  Award Contract Modifications and Awards under FYs 2007-08 and 2008-09 AB 2766 Discretionary Fund Work Programs and Fund Transfer for Miscellaneous Costs in FY 2008-09
Roberts
The MSRC approved additional funding for A Z Bus Sales’ contract under the FY 2007-08 AB 2766 Discretionary Fund Work Program, enabling A Z Bus Sales to provide CNG bus incentives to three school districts. The MSRC also approved multiple awards and augmented funds for eight previously awarded contracts under its FYs 2007-08 and 2008-09 AB 2766 Discretionary Fund Work Programs for local government match projects, alternative fuel infrastructure, CNG taxicab vehicles, and 0.2 gram engines. Additionally, every year the MSRC adopts an Administrative Budget which includes transference of funds to the AQMD FY 2008 09 Budget to cover administrative expenses. The MSRC seeks AQMD Board approval of these contract awards and modifications and the fund transfer. (Review: Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee, May 15, June 30, and July 3, 2008)

Action Item/No Fiscal Impact

23.  Establish Lists of Pre-qualified Counsel to Represent and Advise AQMD on Legal Matters Related to Environmental Law and Represent and Advise AQMD Hearing Board
Wiese (909) 396-3460
(kwiese@aqmd.gov)
On May 2, 2008, the Board approved issuance of an RFP to pre-qualify outside counsel having expertise in the California Environmental Quality Act, AQMD rulemaking and planning procedures, administrative law and related issues for both the AQMD and the AQMD Hearing Board. The RFP was issued jointly to limit costs. The evaluation of responding firms has been completed. This action is to establish two lists of pre-qualified counsel; one to represent the AQMD and one to represent the AQMD Hearing Board in environmental law areas. (Review: Administrative Committee, June 13, 2008)

Information Only - Receive and File

24.  Public Affairs Report
Abarca (909) 396-3242
(oabarca@aqmd.gov)
This report highlights the May 2008 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.

25.   Hearing Board Report
Camarena (909) 396-2500
(ecamarena@aqmd.gov)
This reports the actions taken by the Hearing Board during the period of May 1 through May 31, 2008.

26.  Civil Filings and Civil Penalties Report
Wiese (909) 396-3460
(kwiese@aqmd.gov)
This reports the monthly penalties from April 1 through April 30, 2008, and legal actions filed by the District Prosecutor from April 1 through April 30, 2008. A glossary explaining the key terms and Index of District Rules are attached with the penalty report.

27.  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 May 1, 2008, and May 31, 2008, and those projects for which the AQMD is acting as lead agency pursuant to CEQA.(Review: Mobile Source Committee, June 20, 2008)

28. 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

29.  Report of RFPs and RFQs Scheduled for Release in July
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 July. (Review: Administrative Committee, June 13, 2008)

30.  Status Report on Major Projects for Information Management Scheduled to Start During First Six Months of FY 2008-09
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 2008-09.

31.  Items Deferred from Consent Calendar

BOARD CALENDAR

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

33. Legislative Committee
Chair: Carney
Abarca (909) 396-3242
(oabarca@aqmd.gov)
 

The Committee deliberated on the following items for Board consideration:

34. Mobile Source Committee
Chair: Loveridge
Chang (909) 396-3186
(echang@aqmd.gov)

35.  Stationary Source Committee
Chair: Yates
Nazemi (909) 396-2662
(mnazemi1@aqmd.gov)

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

37.  Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee
Board Liaison: Antonovich
Hogo (909) 396-3184
(hhogo@aqmd.gov)

38.  California Air Resources Board Monthly Report
Board Rep: Loveridge
McDaniel (909)396-2500
(smcdaniel@aqmd.gov)

39. Special Meeting of Brain & Lung Tumor and Air Pollution Foundation
Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
(bwallerstein@aqmd.gov)
Approve the replacement of Robert Davidson of the Brain & Lung Tumor and Air Pollution Foundation with Dr. Thomas Godfrey. (Review: Administrative Committee, June 13, 2008)

40. Update on CARB Scoping Plan - (No Written Material)
(Continued from June 6, 2008 Board Meeting)
Tisopulos (909) 396-3123
(ltisopulos@aqmd.gov)
Staff will make a presentation on CARB's development of the Scoping Plan to implement AB 32.

PUBLIC HEARINGS

41. Amend Rule 1186 - PM10 Emissions from Paved and Unpaved Roads, and Livestock Operations
(Continued from June 6, 2008 Board Meeting)
Chang (909) 396-3186
(echang@aqmd.gov)
Under the rule, street sweeper manufacturers are required to certify their equipment “pick-up efficiency” is at least 80 percent. It has been more than five years since any certification testing has been conducted and there is now a need to ensure that the overall performance of the sweepers can still be demonstrated in the event the manufacturer changes parts suppliers and/or modifies any sweeper specification from that on the originally configured model. The proposed amendment would require submission of data to demonstrate that the sweeper performance has not been affected by these changes and to establish a process that aftermarket parts suppliers may qualify to sell replacement parts while maintaining original certification. (Review: Mobile Source Committee, March 21, 2008, May 16, 2008, and June 20, 2008)

42.  Amend Rule 1158 - Storage, Handling, and Transport of Coke, Coal and Sulfur
Tisopulos (909) 396-3123
(ltisopulos@aqmd.gov)
Proposed amendments to Rule 1158 clarify rule requirements and intent in the rule language. To accomplish this, the staff proposal adds/modifies definitions and adds/restructures exemptions. Other amendments clarify applicability for operations that are not explicitly listed, improve compliance flexibility, and remove obsolete language. (Review: Stationary Source Committee, May 16, 2008 and June 20, 2008)

43. Amend Rule 1610 - Old Vehicle Scrapping
Tisopulos (909) 396-3123
(ltisopulos@aqmd.gov)
Rule 1610 - Old Vehicle Scrapping, encourages the accelerated retirement of older vehicles which emit a disproportionate amount of air pollution and provides a mechanism to generate mobile source emission reduction credits. The objective of the proposed amendment to Rule 1610 is to harmonize the rule with recent changes made to CARB's Title 13, California Code of Regulations, Chapter 13, Article 1, Sections 2601 - 2610 Voluntary Accelerated Light-Duty Vehicle Retirement Enterprises. (Review: Stationary Source Committee, April 25, 2008; Mobile Source Committee, May 16, 2008)

OTHER BUSINESS

44. Advisory for New Brown Act Requirements
Wiese (909) 396-3460
(kwiese@aqmd.gov)
This item is to advise the Governing Board on recent changes to the Brown Act resulting from SB 343 (Negrete McLeod).
 

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:

• 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, 9th Circuit,
Case No. 07-55804;
• NRDC, et al. v. SCAQMD, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case Nos. BS105728
and BS110792;
• 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;
• South Coast Air Quality Management District v. California Public Utilities
Commission, Supreme Court of California Case Nos. S149660 and S151156;
• North Baja Pipeline, LLC, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Docket Nos.
CP06-61-000, et al. and CP01-23-000. et al.; and
• Romoland School District, et al. v. Inland Empire Energy Center, LLC, et al., U. S.
District Court, Central District, Case No. 06-02514 AG (PLAx), U. S. Court of
Appeals, 9th Circuit, Case No. 06-56632.

Also, it is necessary to recess to closed session pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(b)(1) based on significant exposure to litigation (two cases) based on the following facts and circumstances: (1) Notice of Intent to Sue Letter dated April 1, 2008 from NRDC, et al.; (2) letter dated June 2, 2008, from Alonzo Wickers IV, Esq., on behalf of Riverside Press-Enterprise.
 

ADJOURNMENT

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