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, Thirty, Thirty-Five and Forty Years of Service, Burke

This agenda is also available in .pdf format.

CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 1 through 24)

Note: Consent Calendar items held for discussion will be moved to Item No. 25.

1. Minutes of November 5, 2010 Board Meeting
   McDaniel (909)396-2500
   (smcdaniel@aqmd.gov)
   
   
2. Set Public Hearing January 7, 2011 to Consider Amendments and/or Adoption to AQMD Rules and Regulations
   Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
   (bwallerstein@aqmd.gov)
   
   Adopt Proposed Rule 1315 – Federal New Source Review Tracking System
   Proposed Rule 1315 was developed to maintain AQMD’s ability to issue permits to major sources that require offsets, but obtain offset credits from the AQMD's Priority Reserve under Rule 1309.1 and/or that are exempt from offsets under AQMD Rule 1304 through December 31, 2030. The rule will also memorialize in rule form the procedures to be followed to both establish the equivalency of AQMD’s NSR program with federal NSR offset requirements for such major sources and demonstrate that sufficient emission reductions, including previously-untracked emission reductions, exist beyond regulatory requirements under federal law to be used as offset credits to establish that AQMD’s NSR program is equivalent with federal NSR offset requirements for those major sources. The rule includes provisions designed to ensure equivalency with federal offset requirements is achieved and additional backstop provisions to ensure the actual impacts of implementing the proposed rule do not exceed the impacts analyzed in the CEQA process. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, November 19, 2010)
   
   Note from the Web Editor: Additional information on PR1315 can be found on the Proposed Rules page
   
   
   

Budget/Fiscal Impact

3. Execute Contract for Consulting Services on Transportation and Goods Movement Strategies
   Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
   (bwallerstein@aqmd.gov)
   At the September 10, 2010 meeting, the Board approved the release of an RFP to solicit qualified firms to represent and advise AQMD on goods movement and broader transportation issues involving air quality. The Board has placed a high priority on addressing mobile source emission reductions from the transportation sector. Three responses were received from this solicitation and reviewed by a panel. This action is to execute a contract with Germania Governmental Services Corporation for consultation regarding transportation and goods movement strategies for a one-year period, beginning January 2011, with options for two one-year extensions, upon satisfactory performance, at the Board’s discretion. Total expenditures for the contract shall be up to $100,000 for the initial one-year period. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, November 12, 2010; Less than a quorum was present; the Committee Members present expressed their concurrence that this item be recommended for approval by the Board.)
   
   
4. Amend Existing Contracts for Legislative Representation in Washington, D.C.
   Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
   (bwallerstein@aqmd.gov)
   The current contracts for legislative and regulatory representation in Washington D.C. will expire on January 14, 2011 for Kadesh & Associates, LLC and on December 31, 2010 for B&D Consulting. Staff is satisfied with their performance and continued representation in Washington, D.C. is necessary to further AQMD policy positions at the federal level. The current contracts have an option for two one-year extensions. This action is to approve the first one-year extension of the existing contracts for legislative and regulatory consulting services in Washington, D.C. for Calendar Year 2011. Total contract amounts for Kadesh & Associates and for B&D Consulting is proposed to be the current contract amounts plus a Consumer Price Index increase. (Reviewed: Legislative Committee, November 12, 2010; Recommended for Approval)
   
   
5. Amend Contracts for Legislative Representation in Sacramento, California
   Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
   (bwallerstein@aqmd.gov)
   The current contracts for legislative representation in Sacramento expire on December 31, 2010 for Joe A. Gonsalves & Son, Gonzalez Public Affairs, and Sloat Higgins Jensen & Associates. Staff is satisfied with their performance and continued representation in Sacramento is necessary to further AQMD policy positions at the state level. The current contracts have options for two one-year extensions. This action is to approve the first one-year extension of the existing contracts for legislative consulting services in Sacramento for Calendar Year 2011. Total contract amounts for Joe A. Gonsalves & Son, Gonzalez Public Affairs, and for Sloat Higgins Jensen & Associates are proposed to be the current contract amounts plus a Consumer Price Index increase. (Reviewed: Legislative Committee, November 12, 2010; Recommended for Approval)
   
   
6. Reappropriate Funds from Undesignated Fund Balance to Executive Office FY 2010-11 Budget for Activities Relating to AQMD’s CBS-2 TV Weather Sponsorship
   Atwood (909) 396-3687
   (satwood@aqmd.gov)
   On March 5, 2010, the Board approved AQMD’s sponsorship of air quality forecasts during news weather segments on CBS-2 TV in an amount not to exceed $66,300. The sponsorship began May 24 and continued through August 2010. Funding for the sponsorship was included in the FY 2009-10 Budget, but activities relating to contract execution with CBS-2 TV went beyond the FY 2009-10 Budget year and left these funds unspent. Subsequently, the unspent funds reverted to the Undesignated Balance Fund. This action is to reappropriate $66,300 from the Undesignated Balance Fund to the Executive Office FY 2010-11 Budget for the CBS-2 TV weather sponsorship as originally approved by the Board. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, November 12, 2010; Recommended for Approval)
   
   
7. Amend Contract with Cordoba Corporation to Add Four Air Quality Institute Briefings and Issue RFP for Continuation of AQI in 2011
   Ganguli (909) 396-3185
   (aganguli@aqmd.gov)
   Since January 2006, the Board has authorized the implementation of several Air Quality Institute (AQI) programs to disseminate information and educate community, business and industry leaders and elected officials on air quality issues. On January 8, 2010, the Board approved the continued implementation of the AQI program through a contract with the Cordoba Corporation that expires on January 31, 2011. This action is to amend the existing contract with Cordoba Corporation to implement an additional four (4) AQI briefings to be completed by June 2011, at a cost not to exceed $68,000, and to also issue an RFP to select a contractor to continue the AQI program for a one-year period at a cost not to exceed $135,300, with options for two one-year extensions, upon satisfactory performance, at the Board’s discretion. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, November 12, 2010; Recommended for Approval)
   
   
8. Establish List of Prequalified Vendors to Provide Automotive Mechanical Repair and Service for AQMD’s Fleet Vehicles
   Johnson (909) 396-3018
   (bjohnson@aqmd.gov)
   On July 9, 2010, the Board approved release of an RFQ for automotive mechanical repair and service for AQMD’s vehicle fleet. This action is to establish a list of prequalified vendors that will be used for the next three years to purchase these services and supplies. Funding has been included in the FY 2010-11 Budget, and will be requested in successive fiscal years. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, November 12, 2010; Recommended for Approval)
   
   
9. Modify HEROS II Program Elements and Execute Sole Source Contract to Implement HEROS II, Sign Memorandum of Agreement to Assist Implementation of Unocal Settlement Program, Recognize Revenues and Adopt Resolution to Implement AB 118 Enhanced Fleet Modernization Program, and Reimburse the Carl Moyer Fund from the Clean Fuels Fund
   Hogo (909) 396-3184
   (hhogo@aqmd.gov)
   There is a need to modify the original Phase II High Emitter Repair or Scrap (HEROS) Program as approved by the Board on October 2, 2009. This action is to 1) rescind the prior contract awards and to execute a sole source contract with the Foundation for California Community Colleges in an amount not to exceed $668,410 and rescind prior allocation of $1,900,000 from AB 923 Fund, 2) create the HEROS II Special Revenue Fund, and 3) transfer $1,866,240 from Moyer Fund 32, $56,915 from the AB 923 Fund, and $189,855 from the Clean Fuels Fund to the HEROS II Special Revenue Fund to implement Phase II HEROS. CARB has requested the AQMD to implement the AB 118 Enhanced Fleet Modernization Program. This action is to adopt a resolution to recognize up to $2,708,000 for the implementation of the vehicle replacement voucher component of the Enhanced Fleet Modernization Program. Lastly, this action is to reimburse the Carl Moyer Fund with $308,339 from the Clean Fuels Fund to cover administrative costs from the first HEROS Program. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, November 19, 2010; Recommended for Approval)
   
   
10. Execute Contracts for In-Use Emissions Testing and Demonstration of Retrofit Technology of On-Road Heavy-Duty Engines
    Miyasato (909) 396-3249
    (mmiyasato@aqmd.gov)
    In July 2010, the Board released an RFP to conduct in-use emissions testing of on-road heavy-duty engines, and based on these emissions tests, develop and evaluate the performance and emission-reduction potential of retrofit technology for control of on-road heavy-duty engines. Three proposals were received in response to the RFP. This action is to award contracts to West Virginia University and the University of California, Riverside to conduct the in-use testing, at a total cost not to exceed $1,424,484 from the Clean Fuels Program Fund. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, November 19, 2010; Recommended for Approval)
    
    
11. Execute Contract for Expansion of Hydrogen Fueling Infrastructure
    Miyasato (909) 396-3249
    (mmiyasato@aqmd.gov)
    On October 21, 2010, the California Energy Commission released a Notice of Proposed Award recommending funding for eight projects that will develop hydrogen fueling infrastructure within the South Coast Air Basin. Additional funds are needed to offset high initial costs and investment for production and distribution of hydrogen for these projects. The eight stations are strategically located and will play a significant role by providing hydrogen in Southern California in areas with high vehicle densities. This action is to execute a contract with Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $1,000,000 from the Clean Fuels Fund for expansion of hydrogen fueling infrastructure. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, November 19, 2010; Recommended for Approval)
    
    
12. Change Funding Source in Carl Moyer Program and SOON Provision Contracts and Awards Between AB 923 and SB 1107 Funds
    Liu (909) 396-2105
    (cliu@aqmd.gov)
    The Carl Moyer Program and the SOON Provision projects funded either with the Carl Moyer Program SB 1107 or AB 923 funds are all evaluated under the same criteria, and AB 923 funds may be used as match to SB 1107 funds. After consultations with CARB it was agreed that marine vessel and locomotive projects funded with AB 923 funds should instead be funded with on- and off-road projects using SB 1107 funds so that all the projects funded with AB 923 funds can be claimed as match. This action is to change the Funding Source in selected Carl Moyer and SOON Program awards and contracts between the Carl Moyer Program AB 923 funding and SB 1107 funding to meet the program’s match funding requirement. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, November 19, 2010; Recommended for Approval)
    
    
13. Recognize Funds, Approve School Bus Replacement Grants and Issue Program Announcement for School Bus Retrofits
    Liu (909) 396-2105
    (cliu@aqmd.gov)
    U.S. EPA has awarded $1,065,465 to the AQMD for assistance with school bus replacement projects. Furthermore, AQMD has now received the remaining balance of the Proposition 1B-School Bus Program funds. These actions are to recognize funds from the U.S. EPA, approve awards for 128 CNG and 18 propane school bus replacements in an amount not to exceed $23,769,072 from the Proposition 1B and the AB 923 funds and to issue a Program Announcement to provide funding assistance for retrofit of school buses with PM trap filters. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, November 19, 2010; Recommended for Approval)
    
    
14. Recognize Funds and Approve Additional Truck Projects under Proposition 1B - Goods Movement Program
    Liu (909) 396-2105
    (cliu@aqmd.gov)
    CARB has informed the AQMD that additional “Year 1” Proposition 1B-Goods Movement Program funds are available from the Ports’ drayage trucks grant. All the project contracts with these funds must be fully executed by the end of this year. These actions are to recognize the additional funds and approve truck replacement projects with the remaining balance of the “Year 1” Proposition 1B-Goods Movement Program funds. (No Committee Review; Ongoing item previously approved to go directly to the Board.)
    
    
15. Renew AQMD’s Membership in CaFCP for Calendar Year 2011, Provide Office Space for CaFCP, and Receive and File California Fuel Cell Partnership Steering Team Meeting Summary and Quarterly Update
    Liu (909) 396-2105
    (cliu@aqmd.gov)
    The AQMD has been a member of the California Fuel Cell Partnership (CaFCP) since March 17, 2000. This action is to renew AQMD’s membership in the CaFCP in an amount not to exceed $87,800 for calendar year 2011 and cofund 50 percent of the CaFCP Regional Coordinator position located at the AQMD, in addition to office space and utilities, in an amount not to exceed $50,000. Further actions are to continue providing in-kind office space and utilities for CaFCP employees in 2011 in an effort to educate the public and increase CaFCP’s presence in Southern California. Finally, this action is to receive and file the CaFCP Steering Team Meeting Summary and Quarterly Update. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, November 19, 2010; Recommended for Approval)
    
    
16. Execute Sole Source Contract to Purchase and Implement Contact Database of E-mail Addresses
    Marlia (909) 396-3148
    (cmarlia@aqmd.gov)
    To communicate in a more interactive, cost-effective and time-sensitive manner with residents in the AQMD’s jurisdiction, staff proposes to contract for an initial database of more than 900,000 contacts including e-mail addresses. CHMB Consulting Firm has the requisite knowledge, skills and experience for this effort, as they are proprietors of, and have invested substantial efforts into amassing and reviewing the information in the existing database. Categories included in the database would facilitate targeted contact with educators, health professionals, small business owners, advocates and supporters of environmental issues, and other core groups that might have interest in AQMD issues and activities. This action is to execute a sole source contract with CHMB Consulting Firm to purchase a database in an amount not to exceed $100,000, and for consulting services for the implementation and other technical services in an additional amount not to exceed $20,000. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, November 19, 2010; Recommended for Approval)
    
    
17. Approve Issuance of RFP for Development, Hosting and Maintenance of New Website and Approve Work Program Elements for FY 2010-11 AB 2766 Discretionary Fund Work Program
    Winterbottom
    The MSRC approved the elements and funding allocations totaling more than $22 million for its FY 2010-11 AB 2766 Discretionary Work Program as well as an RFP for one element of the Work Program. The MSRC seeks AQMD Board approval of the FY 2010-11 Work Program elements as well as issuance of one RFP for a new website at this time. Additional solicitations will be brought forward for approval in the near future. (Reviewed: Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee, November 18, 2010; Recommended for Approval)
    
    
    Items 18 through 24 -- Information Only/Receive and File
    
    
18. Legislative & Public Affairs Report
    Abarca (909) 396-3242
    (oabarca@aqmd.gov)
    This report highlights the October 2010 outreach activities of Legislative & Public Affairs, which include Environmental Justice Update, Community Events/Public Meetings, Business Assistance, and Outreach to Business and Federal, State and Local Government. (No Committee Review)
    
    
19. Hearing Board Report
    Camarena (909) 396-2500
    (ecamarena@aqmd.gov)
    This reports the action taken by the Hearing Board during the period of October 1 through October 31, 2010. (No Committee Review)
    
    
20. Civil Filings and Civil Penalties Report
    Wiese (909) 396-3460
    (kwiese@aqmd.gov)
    This reports the monthly penalties from September 1 through September 30, 2010, and legal actions filed by the District Prosecutor during October 1 through October 31, 2010. An Index of District Rules is attached with the penalty report. (No Committee Review)
    
    
21. 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 2011. (No Committee Review)
    
    
22. 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, 2010 and October 31, 2010, and those projects for which the AQMD is acting as lead agency pursuant to CEQA. (Reviewed: Mobile Source Committee, November 19, 2010)
    
    
23. Annual Audited Financial Statements for FY Ended June 30, 2010
    O’Kelly (909) 396-2828
    (mokelly@aqmd.gov)
    This agenda item transmits the annual audited financial statements of the AQMD. The AQMD has received an unqualified opinion (the highest obtainable) on its financial statements. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, November 12, 2010)
    
    
24. Status Report on Major Projects for Information Management Scheduled to Start During First Six Months of FY 2010-11
    Marlia (909) 396-3148
    (cmarlia@aqmd.gov)
    nformation 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 2010-11. (No Committee Review)
    
    
25. Items Deferred from Consent Calendar
    
    
    BOARD CALENDAR
    
    
26. Administrative Committee
    Chair: Burke
    Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
    (bwallerstein@aqmd.gov)
    (Receive & File)
    
    
27. Investment Oversight Committee
    Chair: Antonovich
    O’Kelly (909) 396-2828
    (mokelly@aqmd.gov)
    (Receive & File)
    
    
28. Legislative Committee
    Chair: Carney
    Abarca (909) 396-3242
    (oabarca@aqmd.gov)
    
    The Committee deliberated on agenda items for Board consideration and recommended the following action:
    

    Agenda Item	Recommended Action
    2011 Legislative Goals & Objectives	Will be Approved through approval of this Committee Report

    
    
29. Mobile Source Committee
    Chair: Loveridge
    Chang (909) 396-3186
    (echang@aqmd.gov)
    (Receive & File)
    
    
30. Stationary Source Committee
    Chair: Yates
    Nazemi (909) 396-2662
    (mnazemi1@aqmd.gov)
    (Receive & File)
    
    
31. Technology Committee
    Chair: Gonzales
    Liu (909) 396-2105
    (cliu@aqmd.gov)
    (Receive & File)
    
    
32. Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee
    Board Liaison: Antonovich
    Hogo (909) 396-3184
    (hhogo@aqmd.gov)
    (Receive & File)
    
    
33. California Air Resources Board Monthly Report
    Board Rep: Loveridge
    McDaniel (909) 396-2500
    (smcdaniel@aqmd.gov)
    (Receive & File)
    
    
    PUBLIC HEARINGS
    
    
34. Amend Rule 1143 – Consumer Paint Thinners & Multi-Purpose Solvents
    Tisopulos (909) 396-3123
    (ltisopulos@aqmd.gov)
    The amendment will propose an exemption for artist solvents and thinners that will make the rule more consistent with the state consumer products regulation by: (1) exempting artist solvents and thinners that are properly labeled and sold in containers that are one liter or less from applicable VOC limits; (2) defining artist solvents and thinners; (3) making changes to the rule to clarify that all exempt products shall be subject to recordkeeping and reporting; and (4) making changes to the rule to clarify that the sell-through provisions for the final VOC limit do not apply to products that do not meet the interim VOC limit. The proposed amendment will result in 114 pounds of VOC emission reductions foregone per day. This action is to adopt the resolution: 1) Certifying the Final Supplemental Environmental Assessment for Proposed Amended Rule 1143; and 2) Amending Rule 1143. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, October 15, 2010)
    
    
35. Amend Rule 1415 – Reduction of Refrigerant Emissions from Stationary Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems, and Adopt Rule 1415.1 - Reduction of Refrigerant Emissions from Stationary Refrigeration Systems
    Tisopulos (909) 396-3123
    (ltisopulos@aqmd.gov)
    The proposed amendments to Rule 1415 expand the scope of the rule to include provisions for reducing emissions of high global warming potential refrigerants utilized in stationary air conditioning systems and other administrative changes. Staff is also proposing a new rule, Rule 1415.1, to incorporate provisions for reducing emissions of certain high global warming potential refrigerants that will be consistent with CARBs statewide rule for stationary refrigeration systems. The proposed new rule will consolidate all other emission control requirements for stationary refrigeration systems currently in Rule 1415. This action is to adopt the resolution: 1) Certifying the Final Environmental Assessment for the proposed rules; 2) Amending Rule 1415; and 3) Adopting Rule 1415.1. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, November 19, 2010)
    

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:

• NRDC, et al. v. SCAQMD, et al., U.S. District Court Case No. CV08-05403 GW (PLAx) and United States Court of Appeals, 9th Circuit, Case No. 09-57064;

• CCAT, et al. v. State of California; SCAQMD, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. BS124264 and California Court of Appeal, Second District, Case No. B226692;

• Petition Before the Administrator of the U.S. Environment Protection Agency In the Matter of Alleged Failure of California to Comply with Mandatory Procedures to Amend SIP Regarding Internal Bank Offset Credits Held by the South Coast Air Quality Management District (filed December 10, 2009);

• NPCA v. SCAQMD, Court of Appeal, 4th Appellate District, Division Three, Case No. G040122 and Supreme Court of California Case No. S177823;

• Association of American Railroads, et al. v. SCAQMD, et al., U. S. District Court Case No. CV06-1416 JFW (LAx) and United States Court of Appeals, 9th Circuit, Case No. 07-55804;

• W.M. Barr & Company, Inc. v. SCAQMD, Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. BS127359;

• Southern California Gas Company v. SCAQMD, Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. BS122004;

• Communities for a Better Environment v. South Coast Air Quality Management District, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. BS091275, and Carlos Valdez, et al. v. South Coast Air Quality Management District, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. BS091276, Court of Appeal of the State of California Case No. B193500, and Supreme Court of California Case No. S161190;

• Voices of the Wetlands v. California State Water Resources Control Board, et al., California Supreme Court, Case No. S160211;

• Robert Sarvey v. North Coast Unified Air Quality Management District, et al., Humboldt Superior Court, Case No. CV 100303;

• South Coast Air Quality Management District v. Rimpo & Associates, Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. BC432208;

• Natural Resources Defense Council, et al. v. EPA, United States Court of Appeals, 9th Circuit, Case No. 08-72288;

• Pacific Merchant Shipping Association v. Goldstene, United States District Court, Eastern, Case No. 09-01151, U.S. Court of Appeals, 9th Circuit, Case No. 09-17765; and

• Neenah Enterprises, Inc., et al, United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware, Case No. 10-10360 (MFW) [Neenah Enterprises is the parent of Gregg Industries].

ADJOURNMENT

***PUBLIC COMMENTS***

ACRONYMS

AQIP = Air Quality Investment Program
AVR = Average Vehicle Ridership
BACT = Best Available Control Technology
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
CPI = Consumer Price Index
CTG = Control Techniques Guideline
DERA= Diesel Emissions Reduction Act
EV = Electric Vehicle
FY = Fiscal Year
GHG = Greenhouse Gas
HRA = Health Risk Assessment
IAIC = Interagency AQMP Implementation Committee
IGA = Intergovernmental Affairs
LEV = Low Emission Vehicle
LNG = Liquefied Natural Gas
MATES = Multiple Air Toxics Exposure Study
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
PM_2.5 = 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