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• 1. Approve Minutes of October 4, 2019 Board Meeting

  Denise Garzaro

  (909) 396-2500
  

• 2. Set Public Hearings December 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. Determine That Proposed Rule 1480 – Ambient Monitoring and Sampling of Metal Toxic Air Contaminants, Is Exempt from CEQA and Adopt Proposed Rule 1480
  
  Proposed Rule 1480 establishes a process to require a facility to conduct ambient monitoring and sampling of metal toxic air contaminants if the facility meets specific criteria. The process includes an initial notice, request for information, notice of findings, and notice to designate the facility if criteria specified in the proposed rule are met. A facility that is designated will be required to submit a Monitoring and Sampling Plan and conduct ambient monitoring and sampling. The proposed rule includes an alternative monitoring and sampling provision where the facility can elect to have the South Coast AQMD conduct ambient monitoring and sampling for a fee. The proposed rule also has monitoring, reporting, and recordkeeping provisions, and provisions to reduce and cease monitoring and sampling provided certain criteria are met. This action is to adopt the Resolution: 1) Determining that Proposed Rule 1480 – Ambient Monitoring and Sampling of Metal Toxic Air Contaminants, is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act and 2) Adopting Rule 1480 – Ambient Monitoring and Sampling of Metal Toxic Air Contaminants. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, October 18, 2019)
  
  
  Rees (909) 396-2856
  
  B. Determine That No New Environmental Document Is Required Under CEQA for the Contingency Measure Plan for the 1997 8-Hour Ozone Standard, and Approve Contingency Measure Plan for the 1997 8-Hour Ozone Standard
  
  The South Coast Air Basin (SCAB) is classified as an Extreme nonattainment area for the 1997 8-hour ozone national ambient air quality standard (NAAQS), with an attainment date of June 15, 2024. The attainment strategy in the 2016 AQMP includes both defined measures as well as “further deployment of cleaner technologies” measures, as allowed under the federal Clean Air Act (CAA) section 182(e)(5). Under CAA requirements, development and adoption of contingency measures are required no later than three years before the attainment date. The Contingency Measure Plan represents a joint strategy by South Coast AQMD and CARB for addressing the contingency measure requirements of CAA section 182(e)(5) for the 1997 8-hour ozone NAAQS for the SCAB. This action is to: 1) Determine that the Contingency Measure Plan for the 1997 8-hour ozone standard is within the scope of the Final Program Environmental Impact Report for the 2016 AQMP such that no new environmental document is required under the California Environmental Quality Act; and 2) Approve the Contingency Measure Plan for the 1997 8-hour ozone standard. (Reviewed: Mobile Source Committee, October 18, 2019 and To Be Reviewed: November 15, 2019)

• Budget/Fiscal Impact

  
  

  3. Establish Special Revenue Fund, Recognize Revenue and Transfer Funds, and Execute Agreements to Develop and Demonstrate Water-in-Fuel Retrofit Technology for Ocean-Going Vessels

  Matt Miyasato

  (909) 396-3249
  MAN Energy Solutions USA Inc. (MAN) proposes to develop, install and demonstrate a retrofit technology to reduce NOx emissions from ocean-going vessels (OGVs). For the proposed project, the retrofit technology will be installed, tested and demonstrated on one of MSC Shipmanagement Limited Tier 2 vessels. These actions are to establish the Clean Shipping Technology Demonstration Special Revenue Fund (83), recognize up to $1 million from San Pedro Bay Ports’ Technology Advancement Program and transfer up to $2 million from Air Quality Investment Fund (27) into Fund 83, execute an MOU with the Ports’ for this demonstration project, and execute a contract with MAN in an amount not to exceed $3 million to install, test and demonstrate the water-in-fuel retrofit technology for OGVs. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, October 18, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• 4. Recognize Revenue, Transfer Funds, Amend Contracts for Enhanced Fleet Modernization Program and Reimburse General Fund for Administrative Costs

  Matt Miyasato

  (909) 396-3249
  Since 2015, the South Coast AQMD has been implementing an Enhanced Fleet Modernization Program (EFMP), branded as Replace Your Ride. For FY 2018-19, CARB has allocated $12 million in Low Carbon Transportation funds to the South Coast AQMD for the continued implementation of the EFMP. These actions are to: 1) recognize up to $12 million for the EFMP Plus-Up Program from CARB with the terms and conditions of the grant award; 2) transfer up to $3 million as a temporary loan from the AB 923 Fund (80); 3) approve vouchers or other alternative mobility options until all available funds are exhausted; 4) amend contracts; and 5) reimburse the General Fund for administrative costs necessary to implement the EFMP. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, October 18, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• 5. Execute Agreements to Establish Endowments to Support Graduate Student Scholarship Fund

  Naveen Berry

  (909) 396-2363
  In April 2019, the Board released an RFP to solicit proposals to support university graduate student scholarships that will, in part, train students entering the workforce, along with guidance from South Coast AQMD, on the emerging issues and latest research related to air quality and climate change. This action is to execute agreements to establish one-time endowments to the National Fuel Cell Research Center at the University of California, Irvine and the California State University, Los Angeles in the amount of $1,000,000 and $250,000, respectively, from interest accrued in the BP ARCO Settlement Projects Fund (46). (Reviewed: Technology Committee, October 18, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• 6. Approve Additional Funds for Replacement of Onboard CNG Fuel Tanks on School Buses and Authorize Execution of Grant Agreements

  Naveen Berry

  (909) 396-2363
  Since 2001, the South Coast AQMD has replaced over 1,600 pre-1994 diesel school buses, primarily with cleaner CNG school buses. The fuel tanks on these CNG school buses have a manufacturer’s service life of approximately 15 years. In April 2012, the Board issued a Program Announcement using $3 million from the Carl Moyer Program AB 923 Fund (80) for public school districts offering funding to replace onboard CNG fuel tanks on a first-come, first-served basis. Subsequently, in November 2016 and September 2017, the Board approved additional funds of $2 million and $3 million, respectively. These funds are nearly exhausted. These actions are to approve $3 million from the Carl Moyer Program AB 923 Fund (80) to continue the replacement of onboard CNG fuel tanks for public school buses on a first-come, first-served basis and authorize execution of those grant agreements until funds are exhausted. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, October 18, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• 7. Recognize Revenue, Appropriate Funds, and Issue Solicitations and Purchase Orders for Air Monitoring Programs

  Jason Low

  (909) 396-2269
  South Coast AQMD expects to receive U.S. EPA Section 105 Grant funds up to $794,261 for the FY 2020 (28th Year) PAMS Program. During the first quarter of FY 2019-20, $54,965 has been spent on unbudgeted capital assets for replacement of air monitoring equipment, and in December 2018, the Board authorized restoration of $222,500 from the General Fund Undesignated (Unassigned) Fund Balance in support of the criteria pollutant air monitoring network. These actions are to: 1) recognize revenue and appropriate funds when they become available for the PAMS Program; 2) appropriate funds from the General Fund Undesignated (Unassigned) Fund Balance into the District General FY 2019-20 Budget; 3) appropriate funds from the General Fund Undesignated (Unassigned) Fund Balance into Science & Technology Advancement’s FY 2019-20 Budget; and 4) issue solicitations and purchase orders for air monitoring equipment. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, October 11, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• 8. Amend Contracts for Legislative Representation in Sacramento, California

  Derrick Alatorre

  (909) 396-3122
  The current contracts for legislative representation in Sacramento with Quintana, Watts and Hartmann; Joe A. Gonsalves & Son; and California Advisors, LLC expire on December 31, 2019. Based on the firms’ effective performances during the second year of their current contracts, this action is to approve a second one-year extension of the contracts with these three lobbying firms in the amount of $143,000 each for legislative lobbying services in Sacramento for Calendar Year 2020. Sufficient funding is available in the Legislative, Public Affairs & Media FY 2019-20 Budget. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, October 11, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• 9. Amend Contracts for Legislative Representation in Washington, D.C.

  Derrick Alatorre

  (909) 396-3122
  The current contracts for legislative and regulatory representation in Washington, D.C. with Kadesh & Associates, LLC, Cassidy & Associates, and Carmen Group Inc., expire on January 14, 2020. Each of these contracts includes an option for two one-year extensions. This action is to consider approval of the first one-year extension of the existing contracts for Calendar Year 2020 with Kadesh & Associates, LLC for $226,400; Cassidy & Associates for $216,000; and Carmen Group Inc. for $222,090 as South Coast AQMD’s legislative and regulatory representatives in Washington D.C., to further the agency’s policy positions at the federal level. Sufficient funding is available in the Legislative, Public Affairs & Media FY 2019-20 Budget. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, October 11, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• 10. Approve Contract Modifications as Approved by MSRC

  
  McCallon
  
  As part of their FYs 2018-21 Work Program, the MSRC approved exercising the contract option to continue technical advisor services for two additional years from January 2020 through December 2021. Also, as part of their FY 2011-12 Work Program the MSRC approved a modification to a contract under the Local Government Match Program. At this time the MSRC seeks Board approval of the contract modifications as part of the FYs 2011-12 and 2018-21 Work Programs. (Reviewed: Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee, October 17, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• Action Item/No Fiscal Impact

  
  

  11. Establish Board Meeting Schedule for Calendar Year 2020

  Wayne Nastri

  (909) 396-3131
  The proposed Board Meeting Schedule for Calendar Year 2020 is submitted for Board consideration. The meeting schedule for the Administrative Committee (second Friday of the month), as well as the other standing committees, is included for information only. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, October 11, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• Items 12 through 19 - Information Only/Receive and File

  
  

  12. Legislative, Public Affairs, and Media Report

  Derrick Alatorre

  (909) 396-3122
  This report highlights the September 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 September 1 through September 30, 2019. (No Committee Review)

• 14. Civil Filings and Civil Penalties Report

  Bayron Gilchrist

  (909) 396-3459
  This reports the monthly penalties from September 1 through September 30, 2019, and legal actions filed by the General Counsel's Office from September 1 through September 30, 2019. An Index of South Coast AQMD Rules is attached with the penalty report. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, October 18, 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 September 1, 2019 and September 30, 2019, and those projects for which the South Coast AQMD is acting as lead agency pursuant to CEQA. (Reviewed: Mobile Source Committee, October 18, 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. Report of RFPs/RFQQs Scheduled for Release in November

  Sujata Jain

  (909) 396-2804
  This report summarizes the RFPs/RFQQs for budgeted services over $75,000 scheduled to be released for advertisement for the month of November. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, October 11, 2019)

• 18. 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, October 11, 2019)

• 19. Approve Annual Report on AB 2766 Funds from Motor Vehicle Registration Fees for FY 2017-18

  Philip Fine

  (909) 396-2239
  This report contains data on the AB 2766 Subvention Fund Program for FY 2017-18 as requested by CARB. This action is to approve the AB 2766 Annual Report. (Reviewed: Mobile Source Committee, October 18, 2019; Recommended for Approval)

• 20. Items Deferred from Consent Calendar

  
  

• BOARD CALENDAR

  
  

  21. Administrative Committee

  Wayne Nastri

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

• 22. Legislative Committee

  Derrick Alatorre

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

• 23. Mobile Source Committee

  Philip Fine

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

• 24. Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee

  Naveen Berry

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

• 25. Stationary Source Committee

  Amir Dejbakhsh

  (909) 396-2618
  Chair: Benoit
  (Receive & File)

• 26. Technology Committee

  Matt Miyasato

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

• 27. California Air Resources Board Monthly Report

  Denise Garzaro

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

• PUBLIC HEARING

  
  

  28. Certify Final Subsequent Environmental Assessment and Amend Rule 1110.2 – Emissions from Gaseous- and Liquid-Fueled Engines, and Rule 1100 – Implementation Schedule for NOx Facilities

  Susan Nakamura

  (909) 396-3105
  The adoption Resolution of the Final 2016 AQMP directed staff to achieve additional NOx reductions and to transition the NOx RECLAIM program to a command-and-control regulatory structure as soon as practicable. Proposed Amended Rule 1110.2 removes exemptions for internal combustion engines greater than 50 brake horsepower located at RECLAIM facilities. Engines at existing RECLAIM facilities would be required to comply with current Rule 1110.2 NOx emission limits, which represents current BARCT. Proposed Amended Rule 1110.2 incorporates optional averaging times, modifies monitoring, reporting, and recordkeeping requirements, and provides additional clarification to various provisions. Proposed Amended Rule 1100 establishes the compliance schedule for equipment at RECLAIM facilities that will be subject to Proposed Amended Rule 1110.2. This action is to adopt the Resolution: 1) Certifying the Final Subsequent Environmental Assessment for Proposed Amended Rule 1110.2 – Emissions from Gaseous- and Liquid-Fueled Engines, and Proposed Amended Rule 1100 – Implementation Schedule for NOx Facilities, and 2) Amending Rule 1110.2 – Emissions from Gaseous- and Liquid-Fueled Engines, and Rule 1100 – Implementation Schedule for NOx Facilities. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, September 20, 2019)