GOVERNING BOARD AGENDA
MEETING, November 4, 2005

AQMD MEETING IN LONG BEACH

MEETING, November 4, 2005 – 9:00 A.M.

A meeting of the South Coast Air Quality Management District Board will be held in the Council Chambers at Long Beach City Hall, 333 West Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, 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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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. 25.

1. Minutes of October 7, 2005 Board Meeting
McDaniel (909) 396-2500
(smcdaniel@aqmd.gov)

2. Set Public Hearings December 2, 2005 to Consider Amendments and/or Adoption to AQMD Rules and Regulations to:
Wallerstein (909) 396-3131
(bwallerstein@aqmd.gov)

(A).	Adopt Proposed Rule 1316 - Federal Major Modifications Tisopulos (909) 396-3123 (ltisopulos@aqmd.gov) Proposed Rule 1316 implements the mandatory EPA regulatory reform requirements for major sources, while ensuring compliance with state law for New Source Review. (Review: Stationary Source Committee, October 28, 2005)
(B).	Amend Rule 1151 - Motor Vehicle And Mobile Equipment Non-Assembly Line Coating Operations Tisopulos (909) 396-3123 (ltisopulos@aqmd.gov) The proposed amendments to Rule 1151 implement, in part, Control Measure CTS-10 – Miscellaneous Industrial Coatings and Solvent Operations which is part of the 2003 Air Quality Management Plan. The proposed amendments modify Rule 1151 coating categories and VOC limits in accordance with the California Air Resources Board Draft 2005 Automotive Refining Suggested Control Measure. (Review: Stationary Source Committee, October 28, 2005)
(C).	Amend Regulation IX - Standards of Performance for New Stationary Sources, and Regulation X - National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants Tisopulos (909) 396-3123 (ltisopulos@aqmd.gov) EPA authorized local air districts to implement federal standards set in 40 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 60, Standards of Performance for New Stationary Sources, (NSPS), and Part 61, National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants, (NESHAP). Periodic amendments to Regulations IX and X incorporate new or amended standards by reference. One action for each, NSPS and NESHAP, is proposed for incorporation into Regulations IX and X, respectively. The NSPS change includes addition of alternative test methods and monitoring procedures. The NESHAP change is a typographical correction. Affected industries include those using stationary gas turbines and those generating asbestos waste. (Review: Stationary Source Committee, October 28, 2005)

Budget/Fiscal Impact

3. Execute Contract to Provide Technical Support for AQMD PAMS Upper Air Meteorological Monitoring Network
Tisopulos (909) 396-3123
(ltisopulos@aqmd.gov)

On June 3, 2005, the Board approved release of an RFP to provide technical support for the AQMD PAMS Upper Air Monitoring Network. The contracted effort will provide field support of the upper air meteorological stations and data management. This action is to execute a contract with Sonoma Technology, Inc. in the amount of $60,000 with options to renew in each of the next three fiscal years, based upon availability of funds and satisfactory performance. (Review: Administrative Committee, October 14, 2005)

4. Execute Contract to Cosponsor Development and Demonstration of On-Board Diagnostic Systems for Natural Gas Vehicles
Liu (909) 396-2105
cliu@aqmd.gov

On-Board Diagnostic systems (OBDII) are required on light- and medium-duty vehicles to help identify and diagnose emission problems with the increasingly complex engines and emission controls of newer vehicles. Baytech Corporation is a small-volume manufacturer who has developed and certified CNG systems for General Motors vehicles for many years. This action is to enter into a contract with Baytech Corporation to develop engine calibrations and perform emission testing to demonstrate OBDII compliance with their newest CNG system for General Motors full-size vans and cut-away vans. This demonstration will be used to certify the CNG vans for Model Year 2006. The total cost of this project is estimated to be $774,896 with AQMD funding not to exceed $319,615. (Review: Technology Committee, October 28, 2005)

5. Amend Contract to Cosponsor Demonstration of Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle Conversion
Liu (909) 396-2105
cliu@aqmd.gov

In May 2005, the Board approved cofunding to convert a 2005 Toyota Prius to a plug-in hybrid and demonstrate improved mileage including zero emissions range. In order to gain the necessary testing, mileage accumulation, and feedback from users prior to offering the technology as a commercial product, additional partners and vehicles are needed. This action is to amend the May 2005 award to include converting two additional hybrids with an option to convert another two hybrids with the next generation of refinements. Each hybrid converted in this amendment will cost $32,500 with AQMD also providing the hybrid vehicle for conversion. Total project costs will increase to $985,000 (including the original award amount of $159,000), of which the additional AQMD requested support for the base cost of the four hybrid vehicles and the four conversions will not exceed $246,000 from the Clean Fuels Fund. (Review: Technology Committee, October 28, 2005)

6. Execute Contracts to Acquire Marine Vessel Activity Data
Liu (909) 396-2105
cliu@aqmd.gov

In order to enhance compliance activities on marine vessels funded under AQMD and State programs, staff proposes to acquire data collected by ARINC Inc. for the Marine Exchange of Southern California relative to vessel activity which includes location, movement, and berthing. Staff also proposes to execute a contract with Marine Exchange of Southern California to provide data accessibility service on an on-going basis. This action is to execute contracts with ARINC Inc. in an amount not to exceed $60,000 and with Maine Exchange in an amount not to exceed $5,400 on a sole-source basis from the Carl Moyer Program Fund. (Review: Technology Committee, October 28, 2005)

7. Amend Rule 2202 AQIP Award for Leaf Blower Exchange Program
Liu (909) 396-2105
cliu@aqmd.gov

At its September 9, 2005 meeting, the Board awarded a contract to Pacific Stihl for the exchange of 600 leaf blowers that meet CARB's blue sky standard. Staff believes there is an opportunity to exchange a greater number of units at the upcoming event. This action is to provide an additional $135,000 for an additional 900 units as part of the original award for a total of 1,500 units from the Rule 2202 AQIP funds. Sufficient funds are available from the first semi-annual period of CY 2005 Rule 2202 AQIP. Emission reductions associated with the Leaf Blower Exchange Program will be credited to the Rule 2202 AQIP. (Review: Technology Committee, October 28, 2005)

8. Issue RFP to Solicit Bids from Qualified Vendors to Purchase Global Positioning Systems
Liu (909) 396-2105
cliu@aqmd.gov

In order to increase enforcement activities on mobile source projects that are funded under AQMD and State programs, staff proposes to install global positioning system (GPS) units on on-road and off-road equipment. The GPS units will record data and also transmit data to the AQMD as needed. This action is to approve issuance of an RFP to solicit bids from qualified vendors so that the AQMD can acquire GPS units at a competitive price. (Review: Technology Committee, October 28, 2005)

9. Issue RFP to Facilitate Development and Expansion of LNG Refueling Infrastructure
Liu (909) 396-2105
cliu@aqmd.gov

Recently, several plant/facility breakdowns have interrupted production and delivery of LNG for the Southern California area. This has created significant concerns for public and private fleets that rely on continuous deliveries of fuel for their day to day operations. On October 7, 2005, the Board approved the allocation of $500,000 to facilitate the development and expansion of the LNG refueling infrastructure to assure that adequate LNG supply is available during periods of supply disruption. This action is to release an RFP for the development and expansion of the LNG refueling infrastructure. (Review: Technology Committee, October 28, 2005)

10. Approve Grants to Retrofit School Buses with Diesel Oxidation Catalysts
Liu (909) 396-2105
cliu@aqmd.gov

At its July 8, 2005 meeting, the Board authorized the issuance of a Program Announcement to retrofit model years 1991-93 school buses with diesel oxidation catalysts. A total funding of $127,500 is available from the U.S. EPA for this program. Five public school districts applied for 37 diesel school buses to be retrofitted. This action is to recommend awards for the retrofit of the 37 diesel school buses with oxidation catalysts, in an amount not to exceed $92,500 and to keep the Program Announcement open until the remaining balance of $35,000 is exhausted on a first-come, first-served basis. (Review: Technology Committee, October 28, 2005)

11. Recognize, Appropriate, and Reallocate Funds for U.S. EPA Enhanced Particulate Monitoring Program and U.S. Department of Defense Study to Demonstrate Feasibility of Measuring Low-Level Pollutant Concentration
Hogo (909) 396-3184
hhogo@aqmd.gov

As part of a special national particulate monitoring program, the U.S. EPA requested assistance from the AQMD to collect samples at various air monitoring stations in the South Coast Air Basin during Calendar Year 2005. This special particulate monitoring program is fully funded through the U.S. EPA, with a total allocation of $604,910. Although these funds are to cover the one year period starting December 31, 2004, the grant was received only recently. This action is to recognize $604,910 from U.S. EPA for the monitoring program and appropriate $304,071 to the FY 2005-06 Budget to cover expenditures through the end of 2005. Additionally, in 2003, the U.S. Department of Defense granted an award for the adaptation of urban air monitoring instruments to measure low-level pollutant concentrations. The contract was extended with an additional $876,000 in funding to expand the scope of the original work. Under the provided funding, the AQMD will evaluate various, and purchase the best suited, measurement instruments to detect low-level concentrations. This action is to carry over first year funds in the amount of $440,332 into the FY 2005-06 Budget and recognize additional revenue of $876,000 to conduct the study. (Review: Administrative Committee, October 14, 2005)

12. Add and Delete Positions in FY 2005-06 Budget
Tharp (909) 396-3018
etharp@aqmd.gov

Due to the significant increase in long-term funding for State incentive programs, staffing levels need to be augmented to administer these programs. This action is to add two Contracts Assistant positions in Science and Technology Advancement to handle the additional contract-processing workload. The cost associated with adding the two positions would be covered under Carl Moyer and Clean Fuels Programs. Additionally, to enhance staffing flexibility in Planning, Rule Development and Area Sources and in Public Affairs, staff recommends, in the former, deleting a vacant Meteorologist position and adding an Air Quality Specialist position and in the latter, deleting a vacant Public Affairs Specialist position and adding a Senior Public Information Specialist position. The fiscal year salary and benefit cost of these actions is approximately $86,330. (Review: Administrative Committee, October 14, 2005)

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 (DBCIR). 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, 2005. This action is to obtain approval for the purchase of CA-Ingres Database software maintenance support for another year. Funds ($150,000) for this expense are included in the FY 2005-06 Budget. (Review: Administrative Committee, October 14, 2005)

14. Extend Contract for Legislative Representation in Washington, D.C.
Abarca (909) 396-3242
(oabarca@aqmd.gov)

The current contract for Legislative Representation in Washington, D.C. expires on December 31, 2005 for Copeland, Jacquez, Lowery & Denton. The current contract has an option to renew one additional year. This action calls for the extension of the existing contract for legislative consulting services in Washington, D.C. for Calendar Year 2006. Total expenditure for the recommended one-year contract extension shall not exceed $135,716, which represents the current contract amount plus CPI. (Review: Legislative and Administrative Committees, October 14, 2005)

15. Extend Contracts for Legislative Representation in Sacramento, California
Abarca (909) 396-3242
(oabarca@aqmd.gov)

The current contracts for Legislative Representation in Sacramento expire on December 31, 2005 for California Strategies and Advocacy, LLC, and for Allan Lind & Associates. Continued communication between AQMD and Sacramento-based legislative and administration decision-makers is necessary to further AQMD policy positions at the state level. The current contracts have an option to renew one additional year. This action calls for the extension of the existing two contracts for legislative consulting services in Sacramento, California for Calendar Year 2006. Total expenditure for the recommended one-year contract extensions shall not exceed $186,480 for California Strategies and Advocacy, LLC, and $102,108 for Allan Lind & Associates, which represents the current two contract amounts plus CPI.(Review: Legislative and Administrative Committees, October 14, 2005)

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

The MSRC developed a two-phase Conceptual FY 2005-06 Work Program, which was approved by the AQMD Board on September 9, 2005. The first phase includes $12.875 million in solicitations and projects, including $1.25 million allocated for the Diesel Exhaust Aftertreatment Retrofit Program. On October 27, 2005, the MSRC met to consider several applications received to date under this program solicitation. At this time, the MSRC requests approval of multiple contract awards under this Program as part of the FY 2005-06 Work Program. The MSRC also requests authority to adjust contracts up to five percent and authority for the Board Chairman to execute agreements. (Review: Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee, October 27, 2005)

Action Items - No Fiscal Impact

17. Establish Board Meeting Schedule for Calendar Year 2006
Burke

The proposed Board Meeting Schedule for Calendar Year 2006 (includes January 2007) is submitted for Board consideration. The Administrative Committee meeting schedule (second Friday of the month) is included for information only.

Information Only - Receive and File

18. Public Affairs Report
Abarca (909) 396-3242
(oabarca@aqmd.gov)

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

19. Hearing Board Report
Camarena (909) 396-2500
(ecamarena@aqmd.gov)

This reports the actions taken by the Hearing Board during the period of September 1 through September 30, 2005.

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

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

21. 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, 2005, and September 30, 2005, and those projects for which the AQMD is acting as lead agency pursuant to CEQA.

22. 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 2005.

23. Report of RFPs and RFQs Scheduled for Release in November
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 November. (Review: Administrative Committee, October 14, 2005)

24. Status Report on Major Projects for Information Management Scheduled to Start During First Six Months of 2005-06
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 report on major automation contracts and projects to be initiated by Information Management during the first six months of FY 2005-06.

25. Items Deferred from Consent Calendar

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

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

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

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

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

31. California Air Resources Board Monthly Report
(No Written Material - Transcripts of the meetings are available at CARB's web site, www.arb.ca.gov)
Board Rep: Loveridge
McDaniel (909) 396-2821
(smcdaniel@aqmd.gov)

32. California Fuel Cell Partnership Steering Team Meeting
Liu (909) 396-2105
cliu@aqmd.gov

This report summarizes the California Fuel Cell Partnership Steering Team meeting held October 18-19, 2005. (Review: Technology Committee, October 28, 2005)

33. Open Discussion and Public Comment on Key Air Quality Topics for the Harbor and Surrounding Areas (No Written Material)
Burke

PUBLIC HEARINGS

34. Adopt Proposed Rule 1401.1 - Requirements for New and Relocated Facilities Near Schools
(Continued from October 7, 2005 Board Meeting for Board Deliberation and Action Only)
Chang (909) 396-3186
(echang@aqmd.gov)

Proposed Rule 1401.1 implements Strategy No. 2 from the White Paper titled Potential Control Strategies to Address Cumulative Impacts from Air Pollution. The proposed rule consists of more stringent risk requirements for new or relocated facilities siting immediately adjacent to existing and approved schools. (Review: Stationary Source Committee, February 25, April 22, July 22, and September 23, 2005)

35. Amend Rule 1118 - Control of Emissions from Refinery Flares
Tisopulos (909) 396-3123
(ltisopulos@aqmd.gov)

The proposed amendments establish requirements to reduce emissions from refinery flaring events, and allow them to operate for their intended purpose as a safety device. The monitoring, recordkeeping and reporting provisions of the rule are also strengthened. (Review: Stationary Source Committee, July 22 and September 23, 2005)

36. Adopt Rule 1156 - PM10 Emission Reductions from Cement Manufacturing Facilities
Tisopulos (909) 396-3123
(ltisopulos@aqmd.gov)

Proposed Rule 1156 has been developed to reduce particulate emissions from cement manufacturing facilities as part of the 2003 AQMP Control Measure BCM-08 - Further Emission Reductions from Aggregate and Cement Manufacturing Operations. The proposed rule would reduce particulate emissions from process equipment, such as primary crushers, kilns, clinker coolers, raw mills, finish mills, as well as fugitive emissions from open storage piles, and unpaved and paved roads at the facilities. (Review: Stationary Source Committee, May 27, 2005, July 22, 2005)

37. Amend Rule 1107 - Coating of Metal Parts and Products
Tisopulos (909) 396-3123
(ltisopulos@aqmd.gov)

The proposed amendments establish new, future effective, VOC limits for specific coating categories, and improve the clarity and enforceability of the rule. (Review: Stationary Source Committee, September 23, 2005)

OTHER BUSINESS

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

CLOSED SESSION – (No Written Material)
Wiese (909) 396-3460
(kwiese@aqmd.gov)

It is necessary for the Board to recess to closed session pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(a) to confer with its counsel regarding pending litigation which has been initiated formally and to which the District is a party. The actions are:

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

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

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

and to meet with

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

In addition, it is also necessary for the Board to recess to closed session pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(c) to confer with its counsel regarding determining whether to initiate litigation (one case).

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
EPA = Environmental Protection Agency
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
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
VMT = Vehicle Miles Traveled
VOC = Volatile Organic Compound
ZEV = Zero Emission Vehicle