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• 1. Approve Minutes of February 1, 2019 Board Meeting

  Denise Garzaro

  (909) 396-2500
  

• 2. Set Public Hearing April 5, 2019 to Consider Adoption of and/or Amendments to SCAQMD Rules and Regulations

  Wayne Nastri

  (909) 396-3131
  Nakamura (909) 396-3105
  
  Certify Final Subsequent Environmental Assessment and Amend Rule 1134 – Emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen from Stationary Gas Turbines
  
  The adoption Resolution of the Final 2016 AQMP directed staff to achieve additional NOx emission reductions and to transition the RECLAIM program to a command-and-control regulatory structure as soon as practicable. Proposed Amended Rule 1134 applies to RECLAIM and non-RECLAIM stationary gas turbines and is being amended to update NOx emission limits to reflect current BARCT, establish ammonia emission limits, and provide implementation timeframes to facilitate the transition of the NOx RECLAIM program to a command-and-control regulatory structure. The proposed amended rule also establishes provisions for monitoring, reporting, and recordkeeping. Other provisions are incorporated to remove obsolete provisions and provide clarifications. This action is to adopt the Resolution: 1) Certifying the Final Subsequent Environmental Assessment for Proposed Amended Rule 1134 – Emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen from Stationary Gas Turbines, and 2) Amending Rule 1134 – Emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen from Stationary Gas Turbines. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, February 15, 2019)

• Budget/Fiscal Impact

  3. Recognize Funds, Execute and Amend Agreements for Installation and Maintenance of Air Filtration Systems, and Reimburse General Fund for Administrative Costs

  Matt Miyasato

  (909) 396-3249
  U.S. EPA is executing a Supplemental Environmental Project (SEP) agreement and has asked SCAQMD to act as the SEP Implementer to install and maintain air filtration systems at schools. This action is to recognize up to $161,352 into the Air Filtration Fund (75). These actions are to also execute agreements to install and maintain air filtration systems in an amount not to exceed $153,284; execute or amend access agreement with a local school district; amend contracts to purchase additional filters using unspent administrative funds; and reimburse the General Fund for administrative costs up to $8,068 for SEP administration. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, February 15, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• 4. Adopt Resolution Recognizing Funds and Accepting Terms and Conditions for FY 2018-19 Carl Moyer Program Award, Issue Program Announcements for Carl Moyer Program and SOON Provision, and Transfer Funds for Voucher Incentive Program

  Matt Miyasato

  (909) 396-3249
  These actions are to adopt a Resolution recognizing up to $31 million in Carl Moyer Program grant funds from CARB under SB 1107 with its terms and conditions for FY 2018-19 and issue Program Announcements for “Year 21” of the Carl Moyer Program and SOON Provision to provide incentive funding for zero and low emitting on- and off-road vehicles and equipment. Funding for the Carl Moyer and SOON projects will be provided from the Carl Moyer Program SB 1107, AB 923 and other funds that may become available for projects eligible under the Carl Moyer Program. This action is to also transfer $3 million from the Carl Moyer Program AB 923 Special Revenue Fund (80) to the Voucher Incentive Program Fund (59) to continue funding truck replacement projects on a first-come, first-served basis. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, February 15, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• 5. Approve SCAQMD Annual Investment Policy and Delegation of Authority to Appointed Treasurer to Invest SCAQMD Funds

  Sujata Jain

  (909) 396-2804
  State law requires a local government entity annually to provide a statement of investment policy for consideration at a public meeting and to renew its delegation of authority to its treasurer to invest or to reinvest funds of the local agency. This action is to approve the Annual Investment Policy and the Resolution to renew delegation of authority to the Los Angeles County Treasurer to invest and reinvest SCAQMD funds. (Reviewed: Investment Oversight Committee, February 15, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• 6. Transfer and Appropriate Funds and Amend Contracts to Provide Short- and Long-Term Systems Development, Maintenance and Support Services

  Ron Moskowitz

  (909) 396-3329
  SCAQMD currently has contracts with several companies for short- and long-term systems development, maintenance and support services. These contracts are periodically amended as additional needs are defined. This action is to transfer and appropriate funds totaling $559,955 and amend three contracts previously approved by the Board to add funding for needed development and maintenance work. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, February 8, 2019; Less than a quorum was present; the Committee Members concurred that this item be forwarded to the Board for consideration)

• 7. Authorize Purchase of Maintenance and Support Services for Servers and Storage Devices

  Ron Moskowitz

  (909) 396-3329
  The servers and storage devices are used by enterprise-level software applications that currently support the Clean Air Support System for all SCAQMD core activities. Maintenance support for these systems will expire on April 30, 2019. This action is to obtain approval for the sole source purchase of hardware and software maintenance and support services for servers and storage devices from Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company for one year, in an amount not to exceed $120,000. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, February 8, 2019; Less than a quorum was present; the Committee Members concurred that this item be forwarded to the Board for consideration)

• 8. Execute Contract for Consultant Services for SCAQMD Environmental Justice Outreach and Initiatives

  Derrick Alatorre

  (909) 396-3122
  At the December 7, 2018 meeting, the Board approved the release of an RFP to solicit proposals from individuals and organizations to provide assistance with community and stakeholder outreach efforts related to SCAQMD’s Environmental Justice Program, including but not limited to, the Environmental Justice Community Partnership Initiative meetings and conference. One proposal was submitted to the Administrative Committee for consideration at its February 8, 2019 meeting. After the Committee interviewed representatives from the Lee Andrews Group, Inc., the Committee Members present (less than a quorum) concurred that this item be forwarded to the full Board.  This action is to execute a contract with Lee Andrews Group, Inc. for $160,000 for a one-year contract with an option for up to two one-year term renewals, upon satisfactory performance, at the Board’s discretion. Funding for year one services is contained in the Legislative, Public Affairs & Media FY 2018-19 budget. Future funding for FYs 2019-20 and 2020-21 will be subject to Board approval. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, February 8, 2019; Less than a quorum was present; the Committee Members concurred that this item be forwarded to the Board for consideration)

• 9. Approve Contract Awards and Modifications as Approved by MSRC

  
  McCallon
  
  The MSRC approved two replacement contracts as part of their FYs 2012-14 Work Program.  At this time the MSRC seeks Board approval of the contract awards as part of the FYs 2012-14 Work Program. (Reviewed: Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee, February 21, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• Action Item/No Fiscal Impact

  10. Annual Meeting of Health Effects of Air Pollution Foundation

  Bayron Gilchrist

  (909) 396-3459
  This item is to conduct the annual meeting of the Health Effects of Air Pollution Foundation. The Foundation staff will present an annual report detailing the research supported by the Foundation over the past year, the Foundation's plans for the future, and a final report. (No Committee Review)

• 11. Amend Charter for Environmental Justice Community Partnership Advisory Council and Young Leaders Advisory Council

  Derrick Alatorre

  (909) 396-3122
  The Environmental Justice Community Partnership Advisory Council and the Young Leaders Advisory Council meet four times a year, and staff is requesting a change to the respective charters to reflect that missing two consecutive meetings without notifying the SCAQMD is cause for the member’s removal from the Advisory Council. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, February 8, 2019; Less than a quorum was present; the Committee Members concurred that this item be forwarded to the Board for consideration)

• Items 12 through 20 - Information Only/Receive and File

  12. Legislative, Public Affairs, and Media Report

  Derrick Alatorre

  (909) 396-3122
  This Report highlights the January 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 January 1 through January 31, 2019. (No Committee Review)

• 14. Civil Filings and Civil Penalties Report

  Bayron Gilchrist

  (909) 396-3459
  This reports the monthly penalties from January 1 through January 31, 2019, and legal actions filed by the General Counsel's Office from January 1 through January 31, 2019.  An Index of District Rules is attached with the penalty report. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, February 15, 2019)

• 15. 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 January 1, 2019 and January 31, 2019, and those projects for which the SCAQMD is acting as lead agency pursuant to CEQA. (Reviewed: Mobile Source Committee, February 15, 2019)

• 16. Report of RFPs Scheduled for Release in March

  Sujata Jain

  (909) 396-2804
  This report summarizes the RFPs for budgeted services over $75,000 scheduled to be released for advertisement for the month of March. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, February 8, 2019)

• 17. Rule and Control Measure Forecast

  Philip Fine

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

• 18. FY 2018-19 Contract Activity

  Sujata Jain

  (909) 396-2804
  This report lists the number of contracts let during the first six months of FY 2018-19, the respective dollar amounts, award type, and the authorized contract signatory for the SCAQMD. (No Committee Review)

• 19. 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, February 8, 2019)

• 20. Approve Annual Report on AB 2766 Funds from Motor Vehicle Registration Fees for FY 2016-17

  Philip Fine

  (909) 396-2239
  This report contains data on the AB 2766 Subvention Fund Program for FY 2016-17 as requested by CARB. This action is to approve the AB 2766 Annual Report. (Reviewed: Mobile Source Committee, February 15, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• 21. Items Deferred from Consent Calendar

  
  

• BOARD CALENDAR

  22. Administrative Committee

  Wayne Nastri

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

• 23. Investment Oversight Committee

  Sujata Jain

  (909) 396-2804
  Chair: Cacciotti
  (Receive & File)

• 24A. Legislative Committee (February 8, 2019 Summary)

  Derrick Alatorre

  (909) 396-3122
  Chair: Mitchell
  (Receive & File)

• 24B. Legislative Committee (January 10, 2019 Summary)

  Derrick Alatorre

  (909) 396-3122
  Chair: Mitchell
  (Receive & File)

• 25. Mobile Source Committee

  Philip Fine

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

• 26. Stationary Source Committee

  Laki Tisopulos

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

• 27. Technology Committee

  Matt Miyasato

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

• 28. Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee

  Naveen Berry

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

• 29. California Air Resources Board Monthly Report

  Denise Garzaro

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

• Staff Presentation/Board Discussion

  30. Update on Development of Facility-Based Mobile Source Measures in 2016 AQMP

  Sarah Rees

  (909) 396-2856
  (Presentation in lieu of Board Letter)
  
  This staff presentation will provide a summary of recent activities on Facility-Based Mobile Source Measures. Following Board direction, staff is developing indirect source rules for warehouses and rail yards, pursuing memoranda of understanding for marine ports and airports, and continuing to study potential regulatory and voluntary approaches for new/redevelopment projects. This update will cover activities since the last Board update six months ago, and preview upcoming activities expected in 2019. (Reviewed: Mobile Source Committee, February 15, 2019)

• PUBLIC HEARINGS

  31. Determine that Proposed Amendments to Rules 110, 212, 301, 303, 306, 307.1, 309, 315, 518.2, 1310, 1605, 1610, 1612, 1620, 1623, 1710, 1714, and 3006 are Exempt from CEQA; Amend Rules 110, 212, 301, 303, 306, 307.1, 309, 315, 518.2, 1310, 1605, 1610, 1612, 1620, 1623, 1710, 1714, and 3006

  Susan Nakamura

  (909) 396-3105
  Proposed amendments to the above referenced rules will expand noticing options to include email and web page display for public notices for Clean Air Act permit programs and rulemaking activities. California Senate Bill 1502, drafted in response to SCAQMD’s initiative to modernize communication methods, and amendments to the U.S. EPA Code of Federal Regulations enable these changes. The option to deliver invoices to permit holders by email will also be included. This action is to adopt the Resolution: 1) Determining that the proposed amendments to the above referenced rules are exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act; 2) Amending the above referenced rules; and 3) Adopting “Procedures for Including Electronic Public Notice.” (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, January 18, 2019)

• 32. Approve and Adopt Technology Advancement Office Clean Fuels Program 2018 Annual Report and 2019 Plan Update and Resolution, Receive and File Revised Membership of Technology Advancement Advisory Group, and Approve and Adopt Membership Changes for Clean Fuels Advisory Group

  Matt Miyasato

  (909) 396-3249
  Each year by March 31, SCAQMD must submit to the California Legislative Analyst an approved Annual Report for the past year and a Plan Update for the current calendar year for the Clean Fuels Program. Staff has reviewed the Clean Fuels Program with the Clean Fuels Advisory Group, the Technology Advancement Advisory Group and other technical experts.  Additionally, the 2019 Clean Fuels Program Draft Plan Update was presented to the Technology Committee for review and comment at its October 19, 2018 meeting. This action is to approve and adopt the final Technology Advancement Clean Fuels Program Annual Report for 2018 and 2019 Plan Update as well as the Resolution finding that proposed projects do not duplicate any past or present programs. This action is to also receive and file a revised membership list of the Technology Advancement Advisory Group and approve and adopt membership changes to the SB 98 Clean Fuels Advisory Group. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, February 15, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• 33. Approve Annual RECLAIM Audit Report for 2017 Compliance Year

  Laki Tisopulos

  (909) 396-3123
  The annual report on the NOx and SOx RECLAIM program is prepared in accordance with Rule 2015 - Backstop Provisions. The report assesses emission reductions, availability of RECLAIM Trading Credits (RTCs) and their average annual prices, job impacts, compliance issues, and other measures of performance for the twenty-fourth year of this program. In addition, recent trends in trading future year RTCs are analyzed and presented in this report. Further, a list of facilities that did not reconcile their emissions for the 2017 Compliance Year is included in the report. This action is to approve the Annual RECLAIM Audit Report for 2017. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, February 15, 2019)
  
  

  CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURES – (No Written Material)

  Under the approval authority of the Executive Officer, the District will enter into a contract with Gladstein, Neandross & Associates (Contract No. 19249), a license agreement with the City of Long Beach (Contract No. 182441), and contract modifications with IQAir North America, Inc. (Contract No. C182281) and Comite Civico del Valle, Inc. (Contract No. C173592). Gladstein, Neandross & Associates, City of Long Beach, and IQAir North America, Inc. 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. Comite Civico Del Valle, Inc. has entered into a contractual relationship with Dr. Lyou’s non-profit employer, the Coalition for Clean Air, which also qualifies for the remote interest exception of Section 1090 of the Code. Dr. Lyou abstained from any participation in the making of the contract, license agreement, and contract modifications.