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• 1. Approve Minutes of December 7, 2018 Board Meeting

  Denise Garzaro

  (909) 396-2500
  

• ¹ Note: At its December 7, 2018 meeting, the Board set a public hearing for February 1, 2019 to amend Rule 1403 – Asbestos Emissions from Renovation/Demolition Activities.

   

  Budget/Fiscal Impact

   

  2. Execute Contracts for Emission Reduction Projects Using Incentive Funding from SCAQMD Special Revenue Funds, and Reimburse General Fund for Administrative Costs for Contract Administration

  Sarah Rees

  (909) 396-2856
  In January 2018, the Board released an RFP to solicit stationary and mobile source projects that will result in emission reductions of NOx, VOC, and PM, in accordance with the approved control strategy in the 2016 AQMP. Project funding is proposed from existing special revenue funds related to mitigation fees, settlements, or grants from other agencies, and was approved for up to $61 million. Twenty-six proposals are being recommended for a total amount not to exceed $47,385,792.  The remaining balance of the $61 million allocated for this RFP will be reserved to expand or continue implementation of the awarded projects or for other future needs. This action is to execute contracts for air quality emission reduction projects in a total amount not to exceed $47,385,792.  This action is to also reimburse the General Fund up to 6.25 percent for administration of the projects.   (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, December 14, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 3. Transfer and Appropriate Funds, Issue Solicitations and Purchase Orders, Approve Positions for Rule 1180 Implementation and Amend Contract

  Jason Low

  (909) 396-2269
  In June 2018, the Board recognized over $7 million in revenue into the Rule 1180 Special Revenue Fund (78) for the installation and operation of community air monitoring stations near refineries by January 1, 2020.  These actions are to transfer and appropriate up to $1,996,656 into Science & Technology Advancement’s FYs 2018-19 and/or 2019-20 Budgets, issue solicitations and purchase orders for equipment, and add new positions necessary for the implementation of this program.  This action is to also amend a contract with FluxSense Inc. for up to $110,000 to conduct additional community-scale air toxics ambient monitoring.  (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, December 14, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 4. Approve Transfer of Monies from General Fund to Health Effects Research Fund

  Sujata Jain

  (909) 396-2804
  In 2008, the Board established a Health Effects Research Fund initially funded at $1.5 million from the BP Arco Settlement Fund.  The Board further authorized, upon annual Board approval, the transfer of 20 percent of annual penalty money received that exceeds $4 million in receipts to the Health Effects Research Fund.  This action is to transfer 20 percent of annual penalty money received in FY 2017-18 that exceeds $4 million to the Health Effects Research Fund.  (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, December 14, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 5. Execute Contract for Biennial Audit of Motor Vehicle Registration Revenues for FYs 2015-16 and 2016-17

  Sujata Jain

  (909) 396-2804
  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 September 7, 2018, the Board approved the release of an RFP to select an auditor to perform the biennial audit for FYs 2015-16 and 2016-17.  This action is to award a contract to the firm of Simpson & Simpson, Certified Public Accountants.  Local governments, the MSRC and SCAQMD will pay the cost of their own audits in the amounts of $89,240, $7,000 and $4,560 respectively. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, December 14, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 6. Authorize Purchase of Telecommunication Services

  Ron Moskowitz

  (909) 396-3329
  On October 5, 2018, SCAQMD released an RFP to select a vendor(s) capable of providing telecommunication services to the SCAQMD in the most cost-effective manner and if possible, qualifying vendors capable of providing telecommunication services through a competitive bid process that will be used to make buying decisions that are in the best interest of the SCAQMD.  These telecommunications services include local, long distance, and toll-free; private IP (PIP)/frame relay network; dedicated T1 lines, MPLS two bundled IP T1’s 3MB, and Ethernet PVL 100MB; primary internet access 200MB (with a redundant connection backup internet access 100MB); phone switch maintenance; and wireless voice and data. This action is to obtain approval to purchase telecommunications services from the selected vendor(s) for a period of three-years.  Funds for this expense are included in the FY 2018-19 Budget ($750,000), and will be included in subsequent fiscal year budget requests, with the total value of the contract at $2,250,000.00. (Reviewed:  Administrative Committee, December 14, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 7. Approve List of Prequalified Vendors for Document Conversion Services

  Ron Moskowitz

  (909) 396-3329
  On October 5, 2018, the Board approved the release of an RFQ to select a vendor capable of providing document conversion services to digitize paper documents.  As a result of successful responses to this RFQ, four vendors were identified as capable of providing these services. This action is to approve four vendors to provide document conversion services for a two-year period.  Funds for the services will be identified, and approved as needed, as specific projects are defined. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, December 14, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 8. Execute Contract for Janitorial Services at Diamond Bar Headquarters

  John Olvera

  (909) 396-2309
  The current contract for Diamond Bar headquarters janitorial services expires on February 28, 2019. On September 7, 2018, the Board approved release of an RFP to solicit proposals from firms interested in providing these services. This action is to execute a three-year contract with Santa Fe Building Maintenance for a total amount not to exceed $1,717,845. Funding has been included in the FY 2018-19 Budget and will be requested in subsequent fiscal years. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee; December 14, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 9. Amend Career Development Intern Classification, Adopt New Job Classification, and Approve Staffing Changes to Upgrade Two Positions

  John Olvera

  (909) 396-2309
  The Career Development Intern program provides young adults who have transitioned from the foster care system with on-the-job training and experience, to prepare them for future job opportunities. This action is to amend the classification to establish a new salary schedule. This action is also to adopt the new classification of Monitoring Operations Manager; add a Public Affairs Manager position and a Senior Information Technology Specialist position; and delete a Community Relations Manager position and an Information Technology Specialist II position. Funding for these actions is included in the FY 2018-19 Budget. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, December 14, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 10. Issue Purchase Order to Promote "The Right to Breathe” Video

  Sam Atwood

  (909) 396-3687
  This action is to add $500,000 to SCAQMD’s Google AdWords campaign to promote the new “The Right to Breathe” video. Funding for this effort will come from the BP ARCO Settlement Projects Special Revenue Fund (46). (Reviewed: Special Administrative Committee, December 18, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• Items 11- through 16 - Information Only/Receive and File

  11. Legislative, Public Affairs, and Media Report

  Derrick Alatorre

  (909) 396-3122
  This report highlights the November 2018 outreach activities of the Legislative, Public Affairs and Media Office, which includes: Major Events, Community Events/Public Meetings, Environmental Justice Update, Speakers Bureau/Visitor Services, Communications Center, Public Information Center, Business Assistance, Media Relations and Outreach to Business and Federal, State, and Local Government. (No Committee Review)

• 12. Hearing Board Report

  Julie Prussack

  (909) 396-2822
  This reports the actions taken by the Hearing Board during the period of November 1 through November 30, 2018. (No Committee Review)

• 13. Civil Filings and Civil Penalties Report

  Bayron Gilchrist

  (909) 396-3459
  This reports the monthly penalties from November 1 through November 30, 2018, and legal actions filed by the General Counsel's Office from November 1 through November 30, 2018.  An Index of District Rules is attached with the penalty report.  (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, December 19, 2018)

• 14. Lead Agency Projects and Environmental Documents Received by SCAQMD

  Susan Nakamura

  (909) 396-3105
  This report provides, for the Board's consideration, a listing of CEQA documents received by the SCAQMD between November 1, 2018 and November 30, 2018, and those projects for which the SCAQMD is acting as lead agency pursuant to CEQA.  (No Committee Review)

• 15. Rule and Control Measure Forecast

  Philip Fine

  (909) 396-2239
  

  This report highlights SCAQMD rulemaking activities and public hearings scheduled for 2019, and provides a summary of implementation of the 2016 AQMP.  (No Committee Review)

• 16. Status Report on Major Ongoing and Upcoming Projects for Information Management

  Ron Moskowitz

  (909) 396-3329
  Information Management is responsible for data systems management services in support of all SCAQMD operations.  This action is to provide the monthly status report on major automation contracts and planned projects.  (Reviewed:  Administrative Committee, December 14, 2018)

• 17. Items Deferred from Consent Calendar

  
  

• BOARD CALENDAR

  Note:  The Mobile Source and Technology Committees did not meet in December.  The next regular meetings of the Mobile Source and Technology Committees are scheduled for January 18, 2019.  The December meeting of the Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee (MSRC) was canceled.  The next meeting of the MSRC is scheduled for January 17, 2019.

  18. Administrative Committee

  Wayne Nastri

  (909) 396-3131
  Chair: Burke
  (Receive & File)

• 19. Special Administrative Committee

  Wayne Nastri

  (909) 396-3131
  Chair: Burke
  (Receive & File)

• 20. Legislative Committee

  Derrick Alatorre

  (909) 396-3122
  Chair: Mitchell
  

  Receive and file; and take the following action as recommended:

  
  

  Agenda Item	Recommendation
  2019 Legislative Goals and Objectives	Approve

• 21. Stationary Source Committee

  Laki Tisopulos

  (909) 396-3123
  Chair: Benoit
  (Receive & File)

• 22. California Air Resources Board Monthly Report

  Denise Garzaro

  (909) 396-2500
  Board Rep: Mitchell
  (Receive & File)

• PUBLIC HEARINGS

  23. Certify Final Environmental Assessment and Adopt Rule 1118.1 - Control of Emissions from Non-Refinery Flares (Continued from December 7, 2018 Board Meeting)

  Susan Nakamura

  (909) 396-3105
  Proposed Rule 1118.1 applies to RECLAIM and non-RECLAIM facilities that operate non-refinery flares located at landfills, wastewater treatment plants, oil and gas production facilities, organic liquid loading stations, and tank farms. The proposed rule will implement, in part, the 2016 AQMP Control Measure CMB-03 - Emission Reductions from Non-Refinery Flares and facilitate the transition of the NOx RECLAIM program to a command-and-control regulatory structure.  Proposed Rule 1118.1 establishes emission limits for NOx, VOC, and CO for new flares, and a capacity threshold for existing flares.  In addition, some new flares at oil and gas production facilities will have additional limitations.  Proposed Rule 1118.1 also establishes provisions for source testing, monitoring, reporting, recordkeeping, and provides exemptions for low-use and low-emitting flares. This action is to adopt the Resolution: 1) Certifying the Final Environmental Assessment for Proposed Rule 1118.1 - Control of Emissions from Non-Refinery Flares, and 2) Adopting Proposed Rule 1118.1 - Control of Emissions from Non-Refinery Flares.  (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, October 19 and December 19, 2018)

• 24. Determine that Proposed Amendments to Rule 1325 – Federal PM2.5 New Source Review Program Are Exempt from CEQA and Amend Rule 1325

  Susan Nakamura

  (909) 396-3105
  Rule 1325 establishes requirements for new and modified sources to ensure compliance with federal PM2.5 NSR requirements.  Rule 1325 was amended in 2016 to expand the definition of “precursors” to include VOC and ammonia (NH3), as required under U.S. EPA’s 2016 implementation rule for PM2.5 State Implementation Plans and a court decision requiring states to regulate PM2.5 under the same part of the Federal Clean Air Act as PM10.  The 2016 amendment expanded the definition of “precursors,” however, it did not expand the definition of “regulated NSR pollutant” to explicitly reference the PM2.5 precursors VOC and NH3.  Proposed Amended Rule 1325 will address this deficiency by referencing “precursors” in the definition of “regulated NSR pollutant.”  In addition, other revisions are made to improve clarity.  This action is to adopt the Resolution: 1) Determining that the proposed amendments to Rule 1325 - Federal PM2.5 New Source Review Program are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act, and 2) Amending Rule 1325  – Federal PM2.5 New Source Review Program. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, November 16, 2018)
  
  
  

  CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURES – (No Written Material)
  Under the approval authority of the Executive Officer the District will enter into contract modifications with the Southern California Gas Company (Contract No. C156671) and the California Air Resources Board (Contract No. C172091), and a contract renewal with Southern California Edison (Contract No. C18205). The Southern California Gas Company, the California Air Resources Board, and Southern California Edison are potential sources of income for Governing Board Member Joseph Lyou which qualify for the remote interest exception of Section 1090 of the California Government Code.  Dr. Lyou abstained from any participation in the making of the contract modifications and contract renewal.
  
  Under the approval authority of the Executive Officer the District will enter into a contract renewal with Southern California Edison (Contract No. C18205). Southern California Edison made a campaign contribution to Governing Board Member Janice Rutherford in the amount of $4,400 on May 7, 2018.  Supervisor Rutherford abstained from any participation in the making of the contract renewal.