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• 1. Approve Minutes of April 6, 2018 Board Meeting

  Denise Garzaro

  (909) 396-2500
  

• 2. Set Public Hearings to Consider Adoption of and/or Amendments to SCAQMD Rules and Regulations

  Wayne Nastri

  (909) 396-3131
  
  June 1, 2018:
  
  A. Certify Final Environmental Assessment and Amend Rules 1146, 1146.1, 1146.2 and Adopt Rule 1100
  Philip Fine, 909-396-2239
  
  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. PARs 1146, 1146.1 and 1146.2 represent the first set of command-and-control rules that establish Best Available Retrofit Control Technology requirements that RECLAIM facilities with equipment applicable to these rules will be required to meet. Proposed Rule 1100 - Implementation Schedule for NOx Facilities establishes the compliance schedule for PARs 1146 and 1146.1 equipment for facilities exiting the RECLAIM program. PAR 1146.2 includes the compliance schedule for equipment regulated under this rule. This action is to adopt the Resolution: 1) Certifying the Final Environmental Assessment for Proposed Amended Rules 1146 - Emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen from Industrial, Institutional and Commercial Boilers, Steam Generators, and Process Heaters; 1146.1 - Emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen from Small Industrial, Institutional, and Commercial Boilers, Steam Generators, and Process Heaters; 1146.2 - Emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen from Large Water Heaters and Small Boilers and Process Heaters; and Proposed Rule 1100 - Implementation Schedule for NOx Facilities; 2) Amending Rules 1146, 1146.1, 1146.2; and 3) Adopting Rule 1100. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, April 20, 2018)
  
  
  July 6, 2018:
  
  B. Certify Final Environmental Assessment and Amend Rule 1469 – Hexavalent Chromium Emissions from Chromium Electroplating and Chromic Acid Anodizing Operations
  Susan Nakamura, 909-396-3105
  
  Rule 1469 currently establishes requirements to control hexavalent chromium from electroplating and chromic acid anodizing operations. PAR 1469 proposes new requirements to control hexavalent chromium-containing tanks that are currently not regulated. In addition, PAR 1469 establishes requirements for building enclosures, housekeeping and best management practices, periodic source testing, and parameter monitoring of pollution control equipment. PAR 1469 includes provisions for a revised chemical fume suppressant certification process that further considers toxicity and exposure, and provisions to encourage the elimination of hexavalent chromium in Rule 1469 processes. Additional proposed amendments are incorporated to align Rule 1469 with the U.S. EPA National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Chromium Electroplating. This action is to adopt the Resolution: 1) Certifying the Final Environmental Assessment for Proposed Amended Rule 1469 – Hexavalent Chromium Emissions from Chromium Electroplating and Chromic Acid Anodizing Operations; and 2) Amending Rule 1469 – Hexavalent Chromium Emissions from Chromium Electroplating and Chromic Acid Anodizing Operations. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, November 17, 2017, February 16, March 16 and April 20, 2018)

• Budget/Fiscal Impact

  3. Execute Contract to Develop, and Certify Near-Zero Emission Propane Engine for On-Road Medium-Duty Vehicles

  Matt Miyasato

  (909) 396-3249
  The SCAQMD helped to develop near-zero emission CNG engines that are 90% cleaner than the current heavy-duty engine standard, and those engines are now available in the market. There is a need, however, to develop and certify near-zero engines for medium-duty vehicles. Roush CleanTech proposes to modify an existing Ford 6.8-liter propane engine to achieve certification at near-zero NOx for use in Type C school buses and cutaway trucks and vans. This action is to execute a contract with Roush CleanTech to develop, demonstrate and certify a 6.8-liter near-zero emission propane engine in an amount not to exceed $488,750 from the Clean Fuels Program Fund (31). (Reviewed: Technology Committee, April 20, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 4. Recognize Revenue, Appropriate and Transfer Funds and Issue Purchase Orders for Air Monitoring Programs and Equipment

  Jason Low

  (909) 396-2269
  SCAQMD anticipates receiving up to $686,579 from the U.S. EPA and the California Air Pollution Control Officers Association for the PM2.5 Program. These actions are to recognize this revenue and appropriate funds for the PM2.5 Program into Science & Technology Advancement’s (STA’s) FY 2017-18 Budget and carry over any unexpended funds into STA’s FY 2018-19 Budget. These actions are to also appropriate up to $178,484 for the remaining prior year’s PAMS funding into STA’s FY 2017-18 Budget and carry over any unexpended funds into STA’s FY 2018-19 Budget; appropriate up to $37,705 for FY 2017-18 Supplemental CARB Subvention funds into STA’s FY 2017-18 Budget; reallocate $30,000 from MATES V capital outlay savings within STA’s FY 2017-18 Budget to purchase equipment; and transfer $60,000 between Major Objects in STA’s FY 2017-18 Budget to purchase a yearly subscription to a monitoring network data software system. Finally, these actions are to issue purchase orders for air monitoring equipment. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, April 13, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 5. Approve Awards for Alternative Fuel School Bus Replacement Program

  Fred Minassian

  (909) 396-2641
  On October 6, 2017, the Board issued a Program Announcement to solicit applications for replacement of pre-1994 diesel school buses with alternative fuel school buses. Subsequently, on April 6, 2018, the Board recognized $3,184,875 from U.S. EPA’s 2017 Targeted Air Shed Grant Program to replace diesel school buses with near-zero emission CNG buses. This action is to approve awards to replace pre-1994 diesel school buses with new, near-zero or optional low NOx alternative fuel buses in an amount not to exceed $35,638,000, comprised of $32,533,300 from the Carl Moyer Program AB 923 Special Revenue Fund (80) and $3,104,700 from U.S. EPA’s 2017 Targeted Air Shed Grant in the Clean Fuels Program Fund (31). This action is to also reimburse the General Fund for administrative costs up to $80,000 for implementation of these school bus replacements. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, April 20, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 6. Modify Contract and Purchase Order for Media, Advertising and Public Outreach and Google AdWords Campaign for 2018-19 Check Before You Burn Program

  Sam Atwood

  (909) 396-3687
  On May 5, 2017, the Board awarded a contract to Westbound Communications for $246,000 to plan and execute a comprehensive media, advertising and public outreach campaign for the 2017-18 Check Before You Burn program. The existing contract with the firm will expire on June 30, 2018. This action is to authorize the Executive Officer to modify the contract for media, advertising and public outreach for the 2018-19 Check Before You Burn program with Westbound Communications in an amount not to exceed $246,000 for one year from the Rule 1309.1 Priority Reserve Fund (36). This action is also to authorize the Executive Officer to modify a purchase order with Google in an amount not to exceed $250,000 from the Rule 1309.1 Priority Reserve Fund (36) for a coinciding YouTube/AdWords campaign to promote the Check Before You Burn program. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, April 13, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 7. Appoint Members to SCAQMD Hearing Board

  Denise Garzaro

  (909) 396-2500
  The terms of office for the Hearing Board Attorney Member and Engineer Member, and their Alternates, expire June 30, 2018. An Advisory Committee was appointed as required by law. The Advisory Committee interviewed attorney member and engineer member candidates at its meeting on April 5, 2018, and made its recommendations to the Administrative Committee. The Administrative Committee interviewed candidates at its meeting on April 13, 2018, and made a final recommendation. This action is to appoint members to fill the new terms. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, April 13, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 8. Execute Contract for Three-Year Service Agreement for Access to On-line Legal Research Libraries

  
  The current service agreement with Thomson Reuters-West to provide SCAQMD with on-line legal research and print libraries will expire on June 30, 2018. This action is to execute a sole source contract for a new three-year agreement with Thomson Reuters-West in an amount not to exceed $92,350 in FY 2018-19; $95,150 in FY 2019-20; and $98,100 in FY 2020-21 for a total amount of $285,600 for a three-year period. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, April 13, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 9. Appropriate Funds and Amend or Execute Contracts with Outside Counsel and Specialized Legal Counsel and Services

  
  This action is to appropriate $450,000 from the Undesignated (Unassigned) Fund Balance to Legal’s FY 2017-18 Budget and amend or execute contracts for prequalified counsel approved by the Board and for specialized legal counsel and services for environmental litigation. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, April 13, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 10. Establish Special Revenue Fund, Recognize AB 134 Grant Revenue, Transfer, Appropriate, Redistribute Funds, and Execute Contracts

  Sujata Jain

  (909) 396-2804
  The Board has previously recognized AB 134 revenue up to $107.5 million from CARB into the Carl Moyer Program Fund (32); approved “Year 19” Carl Moyer Program awards from Fund 32 that include AB 134 revenues; and allowed a temporary loan up to $51,701,413 from Carl Moyer Program AB 923 Fund (80) into Fund 32 until receipt of AB 134 revenue. To facilitate program tracking and auditing, this action is to instead 1) establish the Community Air Protection AB 134 Fund (77) and recognize CARB AB 134 grant funds into Fund 77 instead of Fund 32; 2) allow a temporary loan from Fund 80 into Fund 77 instead of Fund 32; 3) authorize the Chairman to execute contracts in an amount not to exceed $51,701,413, as approved by the Board in November 2017, from Fund 77 instead of Fund 32; and 4) revise other previously approved transactions with AB 134 funding from the newly established Fund 77. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, April 20, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 11. Approve Compensation Adjustments for Board Member Assistants and Board Member Consultants for FY 2018-19

  Sujata Jain

  (909) 396-2804
  The Board Member Assistant and Board Member Consultant compensation is proposed to be amended to adjust the compensation level the SCAQMD may make per Board Member, per fiscal year, based on the Board-approved assignment-of-points methodology. The points are calculated based on the level of complexity, number of meetings and role (Chair/Vice-Chair). (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, April 13, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 12. Execute 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 execute one contract and amend two contracts previously approved by the Board to add funding for needed development and maintenance work. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, April 13, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 13. Issue Purchase Order for New Carpet

  John Olvera

  (909) 396-2309
  Carpeting on the third and fourth floors of SCAQMD Diamond Bar Headquarters is the original carpet installed in 1991. The carpet on these floors is extremely worn, and is due for replacement. This action is to authorize the Executive Officer to issue a purchase order with Mohawk Group, in an amount not to exceed $180,000, for the purchase of carpet tiles. Funding for this replacement project is available in District General's FY 2017-18 Budget. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, April 13, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 14. Issue Purchase Order for Higher Efficiency HVAC Valves

  John Olvera

  (909) 396-2309
  SCAQMD Air Handlers 1, 2, 10, and 14 were retrofitted with energy efficient fan wall technology in FY 2016-17. The existing temperature control valves do not operate with sufficient precision to minimize temperature fluctuations. The upgrade to Belimo ePIV valves will provide significant energy savings through optimized temperature controls. This action is to authorize the Executive Officer to issue a purchase order for HVAC valves with Emcor Services for an amount not to exceed $32,000 from the Infrastructure Improvement Fund (02). (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, April 13, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 15. Approve Contract Awards Approved by MSRC

  
  Pettis
  
  As part of their FYs 2016-18 Work Program, the MSRC approved new contracts under the Local Government Partnership and County Transportation Commission Partnership Programs. At this time the MSRC seeks Board approval of the contract awards. (Reviewed: Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee, April 19, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• Action Item/No Fiscal Impact

  16. Approve Charter for Young Leaders Advisory Council

  Derrick Alatorre

  (909) 396-3122
  This action is to approve the SCAQMD Young Leaders Advisory Council Charter. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, April 13, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• Items 17 through 23 - Information Only/Receive and File

  17. Legislative, Public Affairs, and Media Report

  Derrick Alatorre

  (909) 396-3122
  This report highlights the March 2018 outreach activities of the Legislative, Public Affairs and Media Office, which include: Environmental Justice Update, Community Events/Public Meeting, Business Assistance, Media Relations, and Outreach to Business, Federal, State and Local Government. (No Committee Review)

• 18. Hearing Board Report

  Julie Prussack

  (909) 396-2822
  This reports the actions taken by the Hearing Board during the period of March 1 through March 31, 2018. (No Committee Review)

• 19. 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 March 1, 2018 and March 30, 2018, and those projects for which the SCAQMD is acting as lead agency pursuant to CEQA. (Reviewed: Mobile Source Committee, April 20, 2018)

• 20. Civil Filings and Civil Penalties Report

  
  This reports the monthly penalties from March 1, 2018 through March 31, 2018, and legal actions filed by the General Counsel's Office from March 1, 2018 through March 31, 2018. An Index of District Rules is attached with the penalties report. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, April 20, 2018)

• 21. Rule and Control Measure Forecast

  Philip Fine

  (909) 396-2239
  This report highlights SCAQMD rulemaking activities and public workshops potentially scheduled for 2018. (No Committee Review)

• 22. Report of RFPs/RFQs Scheduled for Release in May

  Sujata Jain

  (909) 396-2804
  This report summarizes the RFPs/RFQs for budgeted services over $75,000 scheduled to be released for advertisement for the month of May. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, April 13, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 23. 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, April 13, 2018)

• 24. Items Deferred from Consent Calendar

  
  

• BOARD CALENDAR

  25. Administrative Committee

  Wayne Nastri

  (909) 396-3131
  Chair: Burke
  (receive and file)

• 26. Legislative Committee

  Derrick Alatorre

  (909) 396-3122
  Chair: Mitchell
  Receive and file; and take the following actions as recommended:
  
  

  Agenda Item	Recommendation
  AB 2091 (Grayson) Fire prevention: prescribed burns	Support with Amendments
  AB 2453 (E. Garcia) Air Pollution: schools	Support with Amendments
  SB 210 (Leyva) Heavy-Duty Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance Program	Support With Amendments
  Proposed Amendments to 2018 SCAQMD State and Federal Goals and Objectives	Support State Legislative Goals and Objectives without Amendments Support Federal Legislative Goals and Objectives with Amendments

• 27. Mobile Source Committee

  Philip Fine

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

• 28. Stationary Source Committee

  Laki Tisopulos

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

• 29. Technology Committee

  Matt Miyasato

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

• 30. Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee

  Fred Minassian

  (909) 396-2641
  Board Liaison: Benoit
  (Receive & File)

• 31. California Air Resources Board Monthly Report

  Denise Garzaro

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

• Staff Presentation/Board Discussion

  32. Potential Strategies for Facility-Based Mobile Source Measures Adopted in Final 2016 AQMP (Continued from April 6, 2018 Board Meeting for Board Deliberation and Action Only)

  Philip Fine

  (909) 396-2239
  Following the commitment made in the 2016 AQMP, staff has conducted significant public outreach over the past year to identify potential voluntary and, if needed, regulatory emission reduction strategies for sources covered by Facility-Based Mobile Source Measures. After reviewing the feedback received during this process, staff has developed a recommended approach tailored to each of the five facility sectors including airports, marine ports, new and redevelopment projects, rail yards, and warehouses. This recommendation includes a spectrum of potential voluntary and regulatory approaches that show the most promise for achieving emission reductions. Any potential rule or agreements included in this approach would be subject to a full public process, including further public outreach, environmental and economic analysis, and subsequent Board consideration. This action is to seek Board direction for next steps in the development of Facility-Based Mobile Source Measures. (Reviewed: Mobile Source Committee, February 16, 2018)

• PUBLIC HEARINGS

  33. Adopt Executive Officer’s FY 2018-19 Proposed Goals and Priority Objectives, and Draft Budget; and Determine that Proposed Amendments to Regulation III – Fees Are Exempt from CEQA and Amend Regulation III

  Sujata Jain

  (909) 396-2804
  The Executive Officer's Proposed Goals and Priority Objectives, and Draft Budget for FY 2018-19 have been developed and are recommended for adoption. The Draft Budget includes implementation of the phased fee increase adopted by the Board on June 2, 2017 to continue cost recovery efforts. In addition, staff is proposing amendments to Regulation III – Fees. The amendments include: 1) Pursuant to Rule 320, an increase of most fees by 3.4% consistent with the Consumer Price Index; 2) new fees which are necessary to meet the requirements of recently adopted rules and state mandates; and 3) new or increased fees which are necessary to provide more specific cost recovery for other regulatory actions taken by the agency. Staff also recommends other proposed changes to Regulation III, which have no fee impact, but include clarifications, deletions, or corrections to existing rule language. The fee increases have been presented at a Budget Study Session, a Budget Advisory Committee meeting and at two public consultation meetings in March and April with recommendations and comments provided to the Board. This action is to: 1) Adopt the Executive Officer’s Proposed Goals and Priority Objectives, and Draft Budget for FY 2018-19; 2) Determine that the proposed amendments to Regulation III - Fees are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act; and 3) Amend Regulation III. (Reviewed: Special Governing Board Meeting/Budget Study Session, April 13, 2018)

• 34. Determine that Proposed Amendments to Rule 408 - Circumvention Are Exempt from CEQA and Amend Rule 408

  Philip Fine

  (909) 396-2239
  Proposed Amended Rule 408 would limit the existing exemption from the prohibition on suppressing emissions to cases in which the only violation is an odor nuisance. It otherwise prohibits suppressing or concealing emissions without reducing emissions that violate any air pollution requirement. The proposed amendments would also prohibit temporary alterations to normal business operations or equipment to suppress emissions for the purpose of evading detection or concealing emissions during monitoring or testing. This action is to adopt the Resolution: 1) Determining that the proposed amendments to Rule 408 – Circumvention are exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act; and 2) Amending Rule 408 – Circumvention. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, March 16, 2018)
  
  CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURES – (No Written Material)
  Under the approval authority of the Executive Officer, the District will enter into a contract modification with the University of California, Riverside CE-CERT (C156073). The University of California, Riverside CE-CERT is a potential source of income for Governing Board Member Joseph Lyou, which qualifies 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 modification.