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

  Denise Garzaro

  (909) 396-2500
  

• 2. Set Public Hearing October 5, 2018 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 2001 – Applicability and Rule 2002 – Allocations for Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx) and Oxides of Sulfur (SOx)
  
  On January 5, 2018, the Board adopted amendments to Rules 2001 and 2002 to initiate the transition of NOx RECLAIM to a command-and-control regulatory structure.  To support ongoing efforts for transitioning RECLAIM facilities, PAR 2001 would add a provision to allow facilities to opt-out of RECLAIM if certain criteria are met.  PAR 2002 would provide an option, for facilities that receive an initial determination notification, to stay in RECLAIM for a limited time while complying with applicable command-and-control requirements.  PAR 2002 would also establish a provision that precludes any former RECLAIM facility from obtaining offsets from the SCAQMD internal bank.  PAR 2002 also clarifies existing language and removes obsolete provisions, including requirements to report infinite year block (IYB) NOx RTC prices to the Board when the price falls below the minimum threshold.  This action is to adopt the Resolution: 1) Certifying the Final Subsequent Environmental Assessment for Proposed Amended Rule 2001 – Applicability and Proposed Amended Rule 2002 – Allocations for Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx) and Oxides of Sulfur (SOx); and 2) Amending Rule 2001 – Applicability and Rule 2002 – Allocations for Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx) and Oxides of Sulfur (SOx).  (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, July 20, 2018)

• Budget/Fiscal Impact

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

  Matt Miyasato

  (909) 396-3249
  U.S. EPA is executing two Supplemental Environmental Project (SEP) agreements and has asked SCAQMD to act as the SEP Implementer to install and maintain air filtration systems at schools.  These actions are to recognize up to $575,000 into the Air Filtration Fund (75).  These actions are to also execute agreements to install and maintain air filtration systems in an amount cumulatively not to exceed $2,035,848, from the Air Filtration Fund (75), the LADWP Variance Special Revenue Fund (69), and the LADWP Settlement Projects Fund (38); execute or amend access agreements with local school districts; amend contracts to purchase additional filters using unspent administrative funds; and reimburse the General Fund for administrative costs up to $28,750 to administer the SEPs.  Finally, these actions are to execute a contract to purchase electric school buses in an amount not to exceed $427,460 from the LADWP Variance Special Revenue Fund (69).  (Reviewed: Technology Committee, July 20, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 4. Recognize Revenue from CARB for Carl Moyer Program and EFMP; Transfer and Appropriate Funds, Amend Contract for Implementing Assistance and Reimburse General Fund for Administrative and Outreach Costs for EFMP

  Fred Minassian

  (909) 396-2641
  CARB has allocated $2,674,384 to SCAQMD under the Voluntary NOx Remediation Measure (NRM) Funding Program.  These actions are to recognize $2,674,384 into the Carl Moyer Program Fund (32) and execute a Memorandum of Agreement with CARB for implementation of the NRM Funding Program.  Since 2015, SCAQMD has been implementing an Enhanced Fleet Modernization Program (EFMP), branded as Replace Your Ride.  For FY 2017-18, CARB allocated SCAQMD an additional $16.4 million in funds to continue implementation of EFMP.  These actions are to recognize up to $16.4 million for EFMP, accept terms and conditions of the grant awards, approve vouchers or other alternative mobility options until all available funds are exhausted, amend a contract for case management and vehicle remote sensing activities in support of EFMP in an amount not to exceed $550,000 from the HEROS II Special Revenue Fund (56), transfer and appropriate up to $65,500 to Science & Technology Advancement’s FY 2018-19 or 2019-20 Budget, and reimburse the General Fund for administrative and outreach costs necessary to implement EFMP. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, July 20, 2018; Recommended for approval)

• 5. Amend Contract Awards for Mobile Source Emissions Reduction Projects

  Fred Minassian

  (909) 396-2641
  In November 2017, the Board approved contract awards for mobile source emissions reduction projects evaluated under the Carl Moyer Program Guidelines and funded by AB 134 Community Air Protection funds.  Subsequently, in April 2018, CARB approved a supplement to the Carl Moyer Program Guidelines (Guidelines Supplement) for projects funded specifically under the Community Air Protection Program.  The Guidelines Supplement is intended to facilitate immediate emissions reductions in disadvantaged and low-income communities.  The Guidelines Supplement preserves the statutory requirements of the Carl Moyer Program, including cost-effectiveness and surplus emissions reductions, while broadening project eligibility and providing higher grant amounts for Community Air Protection projects.  After applying the Guidelines Supplement to the AB 134 Board-approved projects, staff determined several projects in disadvantaged and low-income communities now qualify for higher grant amounts.  This action is to amend contract awards for mobile source emissions reduction projects adding up to $4,488,282 for certain projects originally approved from the Community Air Protection AB 134 Fund (77). (Reviewed: Technology Committee, July 20, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 6. Appropriate Funds, and Issue RFP to Assess Potential Cost and Economic Impacts of Proposed Facility-Based Mobile Source Control Measures on Warehouses and Distribution Centers

  Philip Fine

  (909) 396-2239
  On May 4, 2018, the Board directed staff to pursue development of facility-based emission reduction strategies for warehouses and distribution centers including through a potential rule.  The Board further directed staff to provide regular progress reports, including an assessment of potential economic impacts.  To assist with this assessment, staff is proposing to release an RFP to solicit bids to estimate a range of potential costs based on hypothetical rule scenarios and the resultant impacts on freight operation, such as potential cargo diversion from local warehouses to facilities in adjacent regions.  This action is to appropriate up to $200,000 from the General Fund Undesignated (Unassigned) Fund Balance into Planning, Rule Development and Area Sources’ FY 2018-19 Budget. This action is to also issue an RFP to solicit qualified bidders to assess potential cost and economic impacts of a potential rule on local warehouses. (Reviewed: Mobile Source Committee, July 20, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 7. Appropriate Funds and Execute Contract for Planning, Organizing, and Facilitating SCAQMD's Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service Forum and Cesar Chavez Day of Remembrance

  Derrick Alatorre

  (909) 396-3122
  On June 1, 2018, the Board approved release of an RFP to solicit proposals for planning, organizing, and facilitating two annual air quality events. Three proposals were submitted to the Administrative Committee for consideration at its July 13, 2018 meeting. After the Committee interviewed representatives of each of the firms, Lee Andrews Group was selected for recommendation to the full Board, and the Committee recommended a three-year contract. This action is to appropriate funding to Legislative, Public Affairs & Media’s FY 2018-19 Budget and execute a three-year contract with Lee Andrews Group in an amount not to exceed $150,000 per year. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, July 13, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 8. Issue RFP for Legislative Representation in Washington, D.C.

  Derrick Alatorre

  (909) 396-3122
  The current contracts for legislative representation in Washington, D.C. expire on January 14, 2019.  This action is to issue an RFP for legislative representation and consulting services for SCAQMD in Washington, D.C. for 2019.  The RFP will also indicate that the contract(s) may be extended for up to two additional one-year terms. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, July 13, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 9. Issue Purchase Order for Ingres Relational Database Management System Software Support

  Ron Moskowitz

  (909) 396-3329
  The Ingres Relational Database Management System is used for the implementation of the Central Information Repository database.  This database is used by most enterprise-level software applications at the SCAQMD and currently supports a suite of client/server and web-based applications known collectively as the Clean Air Support System (CLASS).  The CLASS applications are used to support all of the SCAQMD’s core activities.  Licensing maintenance, and support for this software expires on November 29, 2018.  This action is to issue a purchase order to Actian Corporation for a total amount not to exceed $225,341.  Funds for this expense are included in the FY 2018-19 Budget.  (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, July 13, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 10. Amend Classification of Career Development Intern, and Adopt New Classification of Source Testing Manager

  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 expand the eligibility requirements to reach a wider pool of young adults in similar circumstances, and to increase the maximum term of these internships. This action is also to add the new classification of Source Testing Manager; adopt the class specification; and adopt the Resolution amending the Salary Resolution. Funding for the Source Testing Manager position was included in the FY 2018-19 Budget. (Reviewed:  Administrative Committee, July 13, 2018; Recommended for Approval)

• 11. Approve Contract Awards and Modifications and Approve Fund Transfer for Miscellaneous and Direct Expenditures Costs in FY 2018-19 as Approved by MSRC

  
  McCallon
  
  As part of their FYs 2016-18 Work Program, the MSRC approved new contracts under the Local Government Partnership, County Transportation Commission Partnership, and Major Event Center Transportation Programs.  The MSRC also approved new contracts under the Natural Gas Infrastructure Program as part of their FYs 2016-18 and 2018-20 Work Programs, a contract value increase for enhancements to the MSRC website as part of their FYs 2018-20 Work Program, and a replacement contract as part of their FYs 2012-14 Work Program.  Additionally, every year the MSRC adopts an Administrative Budget which includes transference of funds to the SCAQMD Budget to cover administrative expenses.  At this time the MSRC seeks Board approval of the fund transfer and the contract awards and modifications as part of the FYs 2012-14, 2016-18, and 2018-20 Work Programs. (Reviewed: Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee, August 16, 2018; 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 June and July 2018 outreach activities of the Legislative, Public Affairs and Media Office, which includes: Major Events, Community Events/Public Meetings, Environmental Justice Update, 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 June 1 through July 31, 2018.  (No Committee Review)

• 14. Civil Filings and Civil Penalties Report

  Bayron Gilchrist

  (909) 396-3459
  This reports the monthly penalties from June 1 through June 30, 2018, and legal action filed by the General Counsel's Office from June 1 through June 30, 2018.  An Index of District Rules is attached with the penalty report.  (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, July 20, 2018)

• 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 June 1, 2018 and July 31, 2018, and those projects for which the SCAQMD is acting as lead agency pursuant to CEQA.  (Reviewed: Mobile Source Committee, July 20, 2018 for the June 1 to June 30, 2018 portion of the report; the July 1 to July 31, 2018 portion of the report had no committee review)

• 16. RFPs Scheduled for Release in September

  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 September. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, July 13, 2018)

• 17. 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)

• 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 SCAQMD operations.  This action is to provide the monthly status report on major automation contracts and planned projects.  (Reviewed:  Administrative Committee, July 13, 2018)

• 19. FY 2017-18 Contract Activity

  Sujata Jain

  (909) 396-2804
  This report lists the number of contracts let during FY 2017-18, the respective dollar amounts, award type, and the authorized contract signatory for the SCAQMD.  This report includes the data provided in the March 2018 report covering contract activity for the first six months of FY 2017-18.  (No Committee Review)

• 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 and file; and take the following actions as recommended:
  
  

  Agenda Item	Recommendation
  Proposed Sales Tax Increase Legislative Concept for Approval	Sponsor in Concept

• 23. Mobile Source Committee

  Philip Fine

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

• 24. Stationary Source Committee – July

  Laki Tisopulos

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

• 25. Stationary Source Committee – August

  Laki Tisopulos

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

• 26. Technology Committee

  Matt Miyasato

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

• 27. Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee

  Fred Minassian

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

• 28. California Air Resources Board Monthly Report

  Denise Garzaro

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

• Staff Presentation/Board Discussion

  29. Status Report on Regulation XIII – New Source Review

  Laki Tisopulos

  (909) 396-3123
  This report presents the federal Final Determination of Equivalency for January 2016 through December 2016. As such, it provides information regarding the status of Regulation XIII – New Source Review, in meeting federal NSR requirements and shows that SCAQMD’s NSR program is in final compliance with applicable federal requirements from January 2016 through December 2016. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, August 17, 2018)

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

  Sarah Rees

  (909) 396-2856
  At the May 2018 Board meeting, the Board considered staff’s recommendations for developing the Facility-Based Mobile Source Measures adopted in the 2016 AQMP.  The staff recommendations on airports, marine ports, rail yards, and warehouses were approved with additional modifications provided by the Board.  For new and redevelopment projects, the Board directed staff to continue to work with stakeholders, further analyze the potential impacts of any regulatory measure, and report back quarterly to the Board before beginning any formal rulemaking process.  This staff presentation will provide a summary of activities since May on this measure, and all other Facility-Based Mobile Source Measures, including progress on the development of Memoranda of Understanding with marine ports and commercial airports, and the development of voluntary and regulatory strategies for rail yards and warehouses. (No Committee Review)

• PUBLIC HEARINGS

  31. Certify Final Environmental Assessment and Amend Rule 1469 – Hexavalent Chromium Emissions from Chromium Electroplating and Chromic Acid Anodizing Operations

  Susan Nakamura

  (909) 396-3105
  Addendum to Item #31
  
  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, April 20 and July 20, 2018)

• 32. Receive and File 2017 Annual Report on AB 2588 Program; and Approve Updates to Facility Prioritization Procedure, Supplemental Guidelines for AB 2588 Program, and Guidelines for Participating in Rule 1402 Voluntary Risk Reduction Program

  Susan Nakamura

  (909) 396-3105
  The Air Toxics "Hot Spots" Information and Assessment Act of 1987 (AB 2588) requires local air pollution control districts to prepare an annual report. The report provides the public with information regarding SCAQMD programs to reduce emissions of toxic air contaminants. This annual update describes the various activities in 2017 to satisfy the requirements of AB 2588 and Rule 1402, such as quadrennial emissions reporting and prioritization, the preparation and review of Air Toxics Inventory Reports, Health Risk Assessments, Voluntary Risk Reduction Plans, Risk Reduction Plans, and additional SCAQMD activities related to air toxics. Staff is also updating the Facility Prioritization Procedure, the AB 2588 and Rule 1402 Supplemental Guidelines, and the Guidelines for Participating in the Rule 1402 Voluntary Risk Reduction Program to update information and provide more clarity for the implementation of AB 2588 and Rule 1402. These actions are to receive and file the 2017 Annual Report on the AB 2588 Air Toxics “Hot Spots” Program, and to approve revisions to: 1) Facility Prioritization Procedure for the AB 2588 Program; 2) AB 2588 and Rule 1402 Supplemental Guidelines; and 3) Guidelines for Participating in the Rule 1402 Voluntary Risk Reduction Program.  (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, June 15, 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 BNSF Railway Company (C172961).  Governing Board Member Dwight Robinson has a financial interest in BNSF Railway Company, which qualifies for the remote interest exception of Section 1090 of the California Government Code.  Councilmember Robinson abstained from any participation in the making of the contract modification.
  
  Under the approval authority of the Executive Officer the District will enter into contract modifications with University of California Riverside/CE-CERT (C173311 & C173491).  The District will also enter into a vehicle lease agreement with Honda of Pasadena (C182801). University of California Riverside/CE-CERT and American Honda Motor Company 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 or vehicle lease agreement.