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

Presentation of Retirement Award to Martha Lucero, Burke

This agenda is also available in .pdf format.

Note: Consent Calendar items held for discussion will be moved to Item No. 24.

1. Minutes of October 1, 2010 Board Meeting and Minutes of October 29, 2010 Special Board Meeting
   McDaniel (909) 396-2500
   (smcdaniel@aqmd.gov)
   
   
2. Set Public Hearings December 3, 2010 to Consider Amendments and/or Adoption to AQMD Rules and Regulations
   Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
   (bwallerstein@aqmd.gov)
   
   1. 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 CARB’s 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. (Review: Stationary Source Committee, November 19, 2010)
      
      
   2. 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; and (3) making changes to the rule to clarify that all exempt products shall be subject to recordkeeping and reporting. The proposed amendment will result in 114 pounds of VOC emission reductions foregone per day. (Review: Stationary Source Committee, October 15, 2010)

Budget/Fiscal Impact

3. Advertising and Public Outreach Initiative to Chinese-American Communities to Increase Awareness of Impacts of Air Pollution
   Atwood (909) 396-3687
   (satwood@aqmd.gov)
   Staff has developed a proposal for an advertising and public outreach program focused on Chinese-American communities in the South Coast Air Basin. The goals of the program include raising awareness of the health impacts of poor air quality; demonstrating how AQMD is protecting public health by improving air quality; and urging residents to be more involved in efforts to improve air quality. The 26-week initiative will include paid advertising in print, TV, radio and online media at a cost not to exceed $400,000. (Review: Administrative Committee, October 8, 2010)
   
   
4. Execute Contract for Security Guard Services at Diamond Bar Headquarters
   Johnson (909) 396-3018
   (bjohnson@aqmd.gov)
   The current contract for Diamond Bar headquarters security guard services expires on November 30, 2010. On July 9, 2010 the Board approved release of an RFP to solicit proposals from firms interested in providing these services. This action is to execute a two-year contract with Contact Security Inc., for a total amount not to exceed $887,245. Funding has been included in the FY 2010-11 Budget and will be requested in successive fiscal years. (Review: Administrative Committee, October 8, 2010)
   
   
5. Authorize Executive Officer to Waive Late Fees Incurred by State Agencies Due to Delay in Adoption of State Budget
   O’Kelly (909) 396-2828
   (mokelly@aqmd.gov)
   As the result of the late approval of the State budget, approximately 40 State agencies are subject to late fees related to permit renewal and emissions fees. As the result of operation of the District’s fee rules, the State agencies now owe a total of approximately $10,000 in late fees. This action is to authorize the Executive Officer to waive those fees.
   
   
6. Execute Contract for Biennial Audit of Motor Vehicle Registration Revenues for FYs 2007-08 and 2008-09
   O’Kelly (909) 396-2828
   (mokelly@aqmd.gov)
   Health and Safety Code Section 44244.1 requires any agency receiving fee revenues pursuant to Section 44243 or 44244 to be subject to an audit of each program or project funded at least once every two years. On July 9, 2010, the Board approved release of an RFP to select an auditor to perform the biennial audit for FYs 2007-08 and 2008-09. An evaluation panel of representatives from the MSRC and AQMD staff evaluated the proposals. This action is to award a contract to the firm of Thompson, Cobb, Bazilio and Associates, PC. Local governments, the MSRC and AQMD will pay the cost of their own audits in the amounts of $71,393, $10,450, and $6,626 respectively. (Review: Administrative Committee, October 8, 2010)
   
   
7. Appropriate Funds for PAMS and Lead Monitoring Programs from U.S. EPA Section 105, Recognize and Appropriate Funds for Section 103 Monitoring Programs, and Authorize Purchases and Release of RFQ Under These Programs
   Liu (909) 396-2105
   (cliu@aqmd.gov)
   U.S. EPA has allocated Section 105 funding for the 19th Year PAMS Program and the Lead Monitoring Program. Section 105 revenue for these two programs has been included in the FY 2010-11 Budget. Supplemental Section 103 PM2.5 funding from U.S. EPA is also being provided for fixed assets to meet the NCore Program monitoring requirements and an ultrafine monitor testing project. This action is to: (1) appropriate funds to the FY 2010-11 Budget for the 19th year PAMS Program; (2) appropriate funds to the FY 2010-11 Budget for the Lead Monitoring Program; (3) recognize revenue and appropriate funds for Section 103 monitoring programs; and (4) authorize purchases and the release of an RFQ. (Review: Administrative Committee, October 8, 2010)
   
   
8. Execute Contracts to Conduct Conceptual Feasibility Studies for Reduction of Near Roadway Pollutant Exposures
   Liu (909) 396-2105
   (cliu@aqmd.gov)
   Numerous air monitoring and health studies document elevated pollution levels and health risks in areas immediately adjacent to busy roadways and freeways. In addition to reducing on-road tailpipe emissions, other mitigation measures may be effective in reducing the pollution exposure of those living, working or playing in these affected areas. On March 5, 2010, an RFP was released for conceptual research studies to assess the feasibility and cost-effectiveness of roadside pollution mitigation measures, and six proposals were received. Based on the results of the technical evaluation process, this action is to execute three contracts in a total amount not to exceed $250,000 to study the reduction of pollutant exposures using near roadway mitigation measures. (Review: Technology Committee, October 15, 2010)
   
   
9. Execute Contract To Provide Technical Assistance for Alternative-Fueled Trucks Funded Under AQMD's Heavy-Duty Diesel Truck Replacement Program
   Liu (909) 396-2105
   (cliu@aqmd.gov)
   The AQMD has received grant awards from the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Agency for LNG truck projects approved under AQMD’s Heavy-Duty Diesel Truck Replacement Program, including administrative funds. AQMD’s administration of the program consists of project outreach and solicitation, project evaluation, inspections, contracting, invoice processing, project monitoring and other activities to comply with all program requirements. AQMD is required to monitor the operation of each LNG truck on a quarterly basis for a period of two years. This action is to execute a contract with Clean Fuel Connection to provide technical assistance for quarterly reporting and other program administrative activities in an amount not to exceed $80,000. (Review: Technology Committee, October 15, 2010)
   
   
10. Execute Sole Source Contract for Buy-Down Incentive Program for CNG Home Refueling Appliance
    Hogo (909) 396-3184
    (hhogo@aqmd.gov)
    Since May 6, 2005, the AQMD has implemented a buy-down incentive program for the Phill natural gas home refueling appliance (HRA) manufactured by FuelMaker Corporation to broaden the consumer base of light-duty natural gas vehicles. In April 2009, FuelMaker Corporation filed bankruptcy and was acquired by Fuel Systems Solutions, Inc. In July 2010, sale of the HRA in California resumed through an exclusive distributor, Gas Equipment Systems, Inc. (GESI). This action is to execute a sole source contract with GESI for an amount not to exceed $60,000 from the Clean Fuels Fund to provide a buy-down incentive of $1,000 per HRA. (Review: Technology Committee, October 15, 2010)
    
    
11. Execute Contracts to Support Electric Charging Infrastructure
    Miyasato (909) 396-3249
    (mmiyasato@aqmd.gov)
    Southern California has an established but obsolete network of public charging for electric vehicles. State and federal funds are being invested in our region to support the deployment of plug-in electric vehicles including charging infrastructure. This action is to execute contracts with Clipper Creek, Coulomb Chargepoint and ETEC ECOtality to cofund the upgrade of existing chargers and install new chargers in high priority locations for a total cost not to exceed $210,000 from the Clean Fuels Fund. (Review: Technology Committee, October 15, 2010)
    
    
12. Authorize Purchase of Desktop Computer Hardware Upgrades
    Marlia (909) 396-3148
    (cmarlia@aqmd.gov)
    AQMD operational efficiency is dependent on staffs' desktop computer systems, and many software applications (both off-the-shelf and in-house developed applications) are exceeding the capacity of the present desktop systems. This action is to authorize purchase of new desktop computer systems, with adequate capacity to support current software applications, to replace older desktop systems. These replacements are in accord with AQMD's Information Management Strategic Plan. Funds ($150,000) for this purchase are included in the FY 2010-11 Budget. (Review: Administrative Committee, October 8, 2010)
    
    
13. Authorize Purchase of Ingres Relational Database Management System Software Support
    Marlia (909) 396-3148
    (cmarlia@aqmd.gov)
    The Ingres Relational Database Management System is used for the implementation of the Central Information Repository database. This database is used by most enterprise-level software applications at the AQMD and currently supports a suite of client/server and web-based applications known collectively as the Clean Air Support System (CLASS). The CLASS applications are used to support all of the AQMD core activities. Maintenance support for this software expires November 29, 2010. This action is to obtain approval for the purchase of Ingres Database software maintenance support for another year. Funds in the amount of $115,831 for this expense are included in the FY 2010-11 Budget. (Review: Administrative Committee, October 8, 2010)
    
    
14. Issue RFP for Greenhouse Gas Reduction Projects
    Whynot (909)396-3104
    (jwhynot@aqmd.gov)
    This action is to issue an RFP to solicit a qualified third party to develop certified greenhouse gas emission reductions through undertaking a carbon reduction project through approved protocols. Funding for this project in an amount not to exceed $300,000 is from Chevron’s CEQA mitigation fees. (Review: Climate Change Committee, October 13, 2010)
    
    
15. Appropriate Funds from Designation for Litigation and Enforcement and Authorize Amending/Initiating Contracts with Outside Counsel
    Wiese (909) 396-3460
    (kwiese@aqmd.gov)
    AQMD District Counsel is currently being assisted in several environmental lawsuits by outside law firms and in other matters requiring specialized legal counsel. This action is to appropriate $425,000 from the Designation for Litigation and Enforcement to the Legal Budget, Professional and Special Services account, and to authorize the Chairman or the Executive Officer, as appropriate, to amend or initiate contracts to expend these funds with prequalified counsel approved by the Board as well as specialized legal counsel with monies to be appropriated as the need arises. (Review: Administrative Committee, October 8, 2010)
    
    
16. Approve Contract Modifications and Award under FYs 2003-04, 2008-09 and 2010-11 AB 2766 Discretionary Fund Work Programs
    Winterbottom
    The MSRC approved a replacement contract for regional rideshare database enhancements as part of the FY 2003-04 AB 2766 Discretionary Fund Work Program, as well as a contract modification for BusWest providing additional funds for alternative fuel school buses as part of the FY 2008-09 Work Program. As the initial elements of their FY 2010-11 Work Program, the MSRC approved a $1,500 contract increase for upgrades to their existing website, a $100,000 set aside for development of a new website, and a $2,250,000 allocation for an off-road diesel exhaust after-treatment demonstration program. The MSRC seeks AQMD Board approval of the FY 2010-11 Work Program elements as well as the contract modifications and award under the FYs 2003-04, 2008-09 and 2010-11 AB 2766 Discretionary Fund Work Programs. (Review: Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee, October 21, 2010)
    
    Action Item - No Fiscal Impact
    
    
17. Establish Board Meeting Schedule for Calendar Year 2011
    Burke
    The proposed Board Meeting Schedule for Calendar Year 2011 (includes January 2012) is submitted for Board consideration. The Administrative Committee meeting schedule (second Friday of the month) is included for information only. (Review: Administrative Committee, October 8, 2010)
    
    Information Only - Receive and File
    
    
18. Legislative & Public Affairs Report
    Abarca (909) 396-3242
    (oabarca@aqmd.gov)
    This report highlights the September 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.
    
    
19. Hearing Board Report
    Camarena (909) 396-2500
    (ecamarena@aqmd.gov)
    This reports the action taken by the Hearing Board during the period of September 1 through September 30, 2010.
    
    
20. Civil Filings and Civil Penalties Report
    Wiese (909) 396-3460
    (kwiese@aqmd.gov)
    This reports the monthly penalties from July 1 through August 31, 2010, and legal actions filed by the District Prosecutor during September 1 through September 30, 2010. An Index of District Rules is attached with the penalty reports.
    
    
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 2010 and portions of 2011.
    
    
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 September 1, 2010 and September 30, 2010, and those projects for which the AQMD is acting as lead agency pursuant to CEQA. (Review: Mobile Source Committee, October 15, 2010)
    
    
23. 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)
    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 2010-11.
    
    
24. Items Deferred from Consent Calendar.
    

    BOARD CALENDAR
    

25. Administrative Committee
    Chair: Burke
    Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
    (bwallerstein@aqmd.gov)
    
    
26. Climate Change Committee
    Chair: Burke
    Whynot (909)396-3104
    (jwhynot@aqmd.gov) 
    
    
27. Legislative Committee
    Chair: Carney
    Abarca (909) 396-3242
    (oabarca@aqmd.gov)
    The Committee deliberated on agenda items for Board consideration and recommended the following position:
    

    Bill/Title	Recommended Position
    H.R. 6291 (Richardson) Freight FOCUS Act of 2010	Support with Amendments

    
    
28. Mobile Source Committee
    Chair: Loveridge
    Chang (909) 396-3186
      (echang@aqmd.gov)
    
    
29. Refinery Committee
    Chair: Carney
    Tisopulos (909) 396-3123
    (ltisopulos@aqmd.gov)
    
    
30. Stationary Source Committee
    Chair: Yates
    Nazemi (909) 396-2662
    (mnazemi1@aqmd.gov)
    
    
31. Technology Committee
    Chair: Gonzales
    Liu (909) 396-2105
    (cliu@aqmd.gov)
    
    
32. Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee
    Board Liaison: Antonovich
    Hogo (909) 396-3184
    (hhogo@aqmd.gov)
    
    
33. California Air Resources Board Monthly Report
    Board Rep: Loveridge
    McDaniel (909) 396-2500
    (smcdaniel@aqmd.gov)
    
    
    PUBLIC HEARINGS
    
    
34. Adopt Proposed Rule 1420.1 - Emissions Standard for Lead From Large Lead-acid Battery Recycling Facilities
    (Continued from October 1, 2010 Board Meeting)
    Chang (909) 396-3186
    (echang@aqmd.gov)
    On October 15, 2008, the U.S. EPA amended the National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) for Lead. The standard has been lowered from 1.5 µg/m3 to 0.15 µg/m3 in order to provide an adequate margin of safety that would ensure the protection of public health. Based on current monitoring data, large lead-acid battery recycling facilities are one of the largest sources of lead. Proposed Rule 1420.1 establishes additional requirements for large lead-acid battery recycling facilities to meet attainment of the new NAAQS for Lead. (Review: Stationary Source Committee, April 16, May 21, June 18, September 24, and October 15, 2010)
    
    
35. 2010 Clean Communities Plan
    Chang (909) 396-3186
    (echang@aqmd.gov)
    The 2010 Clean Communities Plan builds from existing traditional toxic regulatory approaches and includes 23 measures designed to address cumulative air toxics exposure in communities and neighborhoods throughout the South Coast Air Quality Management District. The 2010 Clean Communities Plan includes measures to address reductions of air toxics and air related nuisance issues at the community level. Increased community participation, communication and outreach, agency coordination, enhanced monitoring and compliance programs as well as traditional source-specific measures. (Review: Stationary Source Committee, September 19, 2008, April 16 and September 24, 2010)
    
    
36. Adopt Proposed Rule 1714 - Prevention of Significant Deterioration for Greenhouse Gases, and Amend Regulation XXX – Title V Permits
    Tisopulos (909) 396-3123
    (ltisopulos@aqmd.gov)
    On June 3, 2010, U.S. EPA promulgated a “tailoring rule” establishing BACT and permitting requirements for GHG emissions under Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD), and Title V programs. U.S. EPA proposed a phased approach to the regulation and permitting of GHG sources. Staff is proposing amendments to the AQMD’s existing PSD - Regulation XVII, and Title V - Regulation XXX programs to implement the federal provisions. (Review: Stationary Source Committee, September 24, 2010)
    
    
37. Amend Regulation XX - RECLAIM Program
    Tisopulos (909) 396-3123
    (ltisopulos@aqmd.gov)
    Proposed Amendments to Regulation XX – RECLAIM will achieve additional SOx reductions pursuant to the 2007 AQMP Control Measure #2007CMB-02. The proposed amendments also address requirements for demonstrating Best Available Retrofit Control Technology equivalency in accordance with California Health and Safety Code §40440. (Review: Stationary Source Committee, June 20, 2008, June 19, 2009, November 20, 2009, May 21, 2010, July 23, 2010 and September 24, 2010; Refinery Committee, December 11, 2009, August 18, 2010, and September 22, 2010)
    
    
38. Amend Rule 1175 – Control of Emissions from the Manufacture of Polymeric Cellular (Foam) Products
    Tisopulos (909) 396-3123
    (ltisopulos@aqmd.gov)
    Proposed Amended Rule 1175 will address the concerns expressed by the U.S. EPA in their disapproval of the September 2007 amendment. As requested by the U.S. EPA, the proposed amended rule will require source testing to demonstrate compliance, require all operational parameters necessary for compliance to be contained in a federally enforceable permit and recordkeeping to verify operational techniques and parameters. The proposed rule will also clarify the prohibition of use for chlorofluorocarbons to be consistent with U.S. EPA Significant New Alternatives Policy Program, correct typographical errors and make minor clarifications and editorial corrections to the rule. The proposed changes are administrative in nature and are not expected to impact emissions or costs. (Review: Stationary Source Committee, September 24, 2010)
    
    
39. Overview of CARB’s Recently Released Cap and Trade Regulation with Staff’s Preliminary Comments and Recommendations
    (No Written Material)
    Whynot (909) 396-3104
    (jwhynot@aqmd.gov)
    Staff is providing an overview of CARB’s recently released Cap and Trade Regulation with preliminary comments and recommendations to the Board.
    
    

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:

ADJOURNMENT

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