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• 1. Approve Minutes of June 7, 2019 Board Meeting

  Denise Garzaro

  (909) 396-2500
  

• 2. Set Public Hearing September 6, 2019 to Consider Adoption of and/or Amendments to South Coast AQMD Rules and Regulations

  Wayne Nastri

  (909) 396-3131
  Nakamura (909) 396-3105
  
  A. Certify Final Environmental Assessment and Amend Rule 1407 – Control of Emissions of Arsenic, Cadmium, and Nickel from Non-Chromium Metal Melting Operations
  
  Proposed Amended Rule 1407 applies to non-chromium metal melting operations and revises emission standards. In addition, the proposed amended rule enhances monitoring provisions for pollution control equipment, adds building enclosure provisions to limit fugitive emissions, and updates housekeeping, source testing, and monitoring, recordkeeping, and reporting requirements. This action is to adopt the Resolution: 1) Certifying the Final Environmental Assessment for Proposed Amended Rule 1407 – Control of Emissions of Arsenic, Cadmium, and Nickel from Non-Chromium Metal Melting Operations; and 2) Amending Rule 1407 – Control of Emissions of Arsenic, Cadmium, and Nickel from Non-Chromium Metal Melting Operations. (Review: Stationary Source Committee, July 26, 2019)
  
  

• Budget/Fiscal Impact

  3. Recognize Revenue, Execute and Amend Contracts for Near-Zero and Zero Emission Construction Equipment and Natural Gas and Electric Trucks and Infrastructure, and Reimburse General Fund for Administrative Costs

  Matt Miyasato

  (909) 396-3249
  In May and June 2019, U.S. EPA notified staff that South Coast AQMD had been approved for awards under the FY 2018 Targeted Air Shed Grant, the Clean Air Technology Initiative (CATI) and the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA). This action is to recognize revenue up to $8,277,083 from U.S. EPA, $7,777,083 into the Clean Fuels Program Fund (31) and $500,000 into the Advanced Technology Goods Movement Fund (61), returning $500,000 to Fund 31. These actions are to also execute contracts with: 1) Volvo Technology of America, LLC, to develop and demonstrate battery-electric construction equipment in an amount not to exceed $2,000,000; and 2) Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) to deploy zero emission electric delivery trucks in an amount not to exceed $4,010,000. These actions are to also amend contracts with: 1) DTNA adding $500,000 to utilize CATI funds to reduce cost-sharing from the Clean Fuels Program Fund (31) for their Zero Emission Trucks and EV Infrastructure Project; and 2) Clean Energy to add $1,380,000 in DERA funds for their Market Acceleration Truck Program. Finally, this action is to reimburse the General Fund for administrative costs up to $387,083 for project implementation. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, June 21, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• 4. Execute Contract to Evaluate Meteorological Factors and Trends Contributing to Recent Poor Air Quality in South Coast Air Basin

  Sarah Rees

  (909) 396-2856
  On November 2, 2018, the Board approved the release of an RFP to solicit bids to perform a comprehensive meteorological study to evaluate various factors and trends conducive to recent poor air quality in the South Coast Air Basin. This action is to execute a contract with the University of California Riverside to conduct a meteorological study in an amount not to exceed $188,798 from the Clean Fuels Program (Fund 31). (Reviewed: Mobile Source Committee, June 21, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• 5. Approve Funds to Continue Year-Round Electric Lawn Mower Rebate Program

  Naveen Berry

  (909) 396-2363
  In April 2017, the Electric Lawn Mower Rebate Program was launched. Participants receive a rebate through an online application process after purchasing a new cordless battery-electric lawn mower and scrapping their old gasoline-powered lawn mower at a participating licensed dismantler. This year-round program open to residents in the South Coast AQMD’s jurisdiction has been successful and is nearly out of funds. This action is to approve the use of $250,000 from the Rule 2202 Air Quality Investment Fund (27) to continue the year-round Electric Lawn Mower Rebate Program. (Reviewed: Mobile Source Committee, June 21, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• 6. Amend Awards for Alternative Fuel School Bus Replacement Program

  Naveen Berry

  (909) 396-2363
  In May 2018, the Board approved awards to 42 school districts for replacement of pre-1994 diesel school buses with new, optional low NOx standard engine alternative fuel buses. Several awards were based on a propane-powered engine that was eventually not commercialized. The school districts that had selected that technology were presented with the currently available near-zero and zero technology options. For those school districts that selected a lower emitting bus option compared to the original award, additional grant funds would be needed to offset the higher cost of the buses. This action is to amend awards for seven school districts to purchase cleaner technology buses in an amount not to exceed $3,106,500 from the Carl Moyer Program AB 923 Special Revenue Fund (80). (Reviewed: Technology Committee, June 21, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• 7. Transfer and Appropriate Funds, Issue Solicitations and Purchase Orders, and Add/Delete Positions for Rule 1180 Implementation and Enhanced Particulate Monitoring Programs

  Jason Low

  (909) 396-2269
  In June 2018, the Board recognized over $7 million in revenue into the Rule 1180 Special Revenue Fund (78) to establish community air monitoring stations near refineries by January 1, 2020. These actions are to transfer and appropriate funds, issue solicitations and purchase orders for equipment, and add or delete positions necessary for the implementation of Rule 1180 Community Monitoring and Enhanced Particulate Monitoring Programs. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, June 14, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• 8. Issue RFP for Data Cable Infrastructure Installation

  Ron Moskowitz

  (909) 396-3329
  The data cable infrastructure in certain areas of the building at South Coast AQMD is non-existent or outdated. Staff is seeking a vendor to install a full, turnkey data cable infrastructure system with the latest technical specifications that can provide connectivity and a broader network bandwidth. This action is to issue an RFP to solicit proposals from qualified vendors to install a data cable infrastructure at the South Coast AQMD headquarters. Funds for this project will come from the Undesignated Fund Balance. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, June 14, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• 9. Execute Contract for Elevator Modernization Project

  John Olvera

  (909) 396-2309
  On April 5, 2019, the Board authorized the release of an RFP for elevator modernization at the South Coast AQMD’s headquarters. This action is to execute a contract with Kone, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $1,564,367 for the upgrade and renovation of the elevators, including a five-year maintenance and service contract. Funding for the contract will come from the Undesignated Fund Balance. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, June 14, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• 10. Approve Position Reclassifications; Adopt New Class Specification; and Adopt Resolution Amending Salary Resolution

  John Olvera

  (909) 396-2309
  The Technical & Enforcement and Office, Clerical and Maintenance MOU and the South Coast AQMD Personnel Rules authorize classification studies to study existing job classifications. Evaluations of positions in Legislative, Public Affairs & Media; Finance; and Administrative & Human Resources have recently been completed. Based on the analysis of the studies, and in consultation with union representatives for the bargaining unit positions, this action is to request approval for reclassification of: Radiotelephone Operator, and Air Quality Inspector II positions in Legislative, Public Affairs & Media; Supervising Payroll Technician in Finance; and the Risk Manager in Administrative & Human Resources. As part of this process, this action is also to request adopting a new class specification, and amending the Salary Resolution to add and delete classifications. This action to reclassify twelve positions will result in an annual cost increase of approximately $118,451. Sufficient funding for this annual cost increase is available in the FY 2019-20 Budget. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, June 14, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• 11. Approve Contract Modification Approved by MSRC and Approve Fund Transfer for Miscellaneous and Direct Expenditures Costs in FY 2019-20 as Approved by MSRC

  
  McCallon
  
  As part of their FYs 2018-21 Work Program, the MSRC approved a contract value increase to the MSRC’s Programmatic Outreach Coordinator, Better World Group Advisors, to conduct research and outreach in support of Work Program development. Additionally, every year the MSRC adopts an Administrative Budget which includes transference of funds to the South Coast AQMD's Budget to cover administrative expenses. At this time the MSRC seeks Board approval of the fund transfer and the contract modification as part of the FYs 2018-21 Work Program. (Reviewed: Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review, June 20, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• Items 12 through 17 - Information Only/Receive and File

  12. Legislative, Public Affairs, and Media Report

  Derrick Alatorre

  (909) 396-3122
  This report highlights the May 2019 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)

• 13. Hearing Board Report

  Julie Prussack

  (909) 396-2822
  This reports the actions taken by the Hearing Board during the period of May 1 through May 31, 2019. (No Committee Review)

• 14. Civil Filings and Civil Penalties Report

  Bayron Gilchrist

  (909) 396-3459
  This reports the monthly penalties from May 1 through May 31, 2019, and legal actions filed by the General Counsel's Office from May 1 through May 31, 2019. An Index of South Coast AQMD Rules is attached with the penalty report. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, June 21, 2019)

• 15. Lead Agency Projects and Environmental Documents Received

  Susan Nakamura

  (909) 396-3105
  This report provides, for the Board's consideration, a listing of CEQA documents received by the South Coast AQMD between May 1, 2019 and May 31, 2019, and those projects for which the South Coast AQMD is acting as lead agency pursuant to CEQA. (Reviewed: Mobile Source Committee, June 21, 2019)

• 16. Rule and Control Measure Forecast

  Philip Fine

  (909) 396-2239
  This report highlights South Coast AQMD rulemaking activities and public hearings scheduled for 2019. (No Committee Review)

• 17. 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 South Coast AQMD operations. This action is to provide the monthly status report on major automation contracts and planned projects. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, June 14, 2019)

• 18. Items Deferred from Consent Calendar

  
  

• BOARD CALENDAR

  19. 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 actions as recommended:
  
  

  Agenda Item	Recommendation
  SB 216 (Galgiani) Carl Moyer Memorial Air Quality Standards Attainment Program: used heavy-duty truck exchange	Support with Amendments

  
  

• 21. Mobile Source Committee

  Philip Fine

  (909) 396-2239
  Chair: Burke
  (Receive & File)

• 22. Stationary Source Committee

  Laki Tisopulos

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

• 23. Technology Committee

  Matt Miyasato

  (909) 396-3249
  Chair: Buscaino
  (Receive & File)

• 24. Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee

  Naveen Berry

  (909) 396-2363
  Board Liaison: Benoit
  (Receive & File)

• 25. California Air Resources Board Monthly Report

  Denise Garzaro

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

• 26. Receive and File California Fuel Cell Partnership Executive Board Meeting Agenda and Activity Update

  Matt Miyasato

  (909) 396-3249
  This report provides the California Fuel Cell Partnership Executive Board Agenda for the meeting held April 4, 2019, and provides the Activity Update for the first quarter of 2019. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, June 21, 2019)

• PUBLIC HEARINGS

  27. Determine That Proposed Amendment to Rule 301 – Permitting and Associated Fees, Is Exempt from CEQA; Amend Rule 301; and Submit Rule 301 to CARB for Inclusion into SIP

  Philip Fine

  (909) 396-2239
  As part of its review of the 2016 AQMP, U.S. EPA has recently requested that Rule 301 be amended to include a requirement that facilities submitting emission reports certify that the information is accurate to the best knowledge of the individual submitting and certifying the report. Facilities already certify their emission reports in practice, and the proposed minor amendment will now place this requirement into the rule. This action is to adopt the Resolution: 1) Determining that the proposed amendment to Rule 301 – Permitting and Associated Fees, is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act; 2) Amending Rule 301 - Permitting and Associated Fees; and 3) Directing the Executive Officer to submit Rule 301 to CARB for inclusion into the SIP. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, June 21, 2019)

• 28. Determine That Proposed Amendments to Rule 2001 – Applicability, Are Exempt from CEQA and Amend Rule 2001

  Susan Nakamura

  (909) 396-3105
  On October 5, 2018, the Board adopted amendments to Rule 2001 that incorporated a provision to allow facilities to opt-out of the RECLAIM program. U.S. EPA is recommending that facilities remain in RECLAIM until all the rules associated with the transition to a command-and-control regulatory structure have been adopted and approved into the SIP. To address U.S. EPA’s comments, Proposed Amended Rule 2001 will remove the opt-out provision so that facilities cannot exit RECLAIM. This action is to adopt the Resolution: 1) Determining that the proposed amendments to Rule 2001 – Applicability, are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act, and 2) Amending Rule 2001 - Applicability. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, May 17, 2019)

• 29. Determine That Proposed Amendments to Regulation IX – Standards of Performance for New Stationary Sources, and Regulation X – National Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants, Are Exempt from CEQA and Amend Regulations IX and X

  Sarah Rees

  (909) 396-2856
  Regulations IX and X are periodically amended to incorporate new or amended federal emission performance standards that have been enacted by U.S. EPA for stationary sources. These standards are currently in effect and enforceable by the South Coast AQMD pursuant to the federal Clean Air Act, regardless of whether South Coast AQMD incorporates them into Regulations IX and X. The Board has historically adopted NSPS (40 CFR 60) and NESHAP (40 CFR 61) actions into Regulations IX and X by reference providing stationary sources with a single source of information for determining which federal and local requirements apply to their specific operations. Regulations IX and X were last amended October 2016 and April 2015, respectively. These proposed amendments incorporate new or revised NSPS and NESHAP actions that have occurred since. In 2016, U.S. EPA promulgated one new NSPS for municipal solid waste landfills that commence construction, reconstruction, or modification after July 17, 2014. In addition, U.S. EPA also amended existing provisions of six NSPS standards, two NSPS appendices, one NESHAP standard, and one NESHAP appendix. This action is to adopt the Resolution: 1) Determining that the proposed amendments to Regulations IX – Standards of Performance for New Stationary Sources, and Regulation X – National Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants, are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act; and 2) Amending Regulation IX – Standards of Performance for New Stationary Sources, and Regulation X – National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, May 17, 2019)