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• 1. Approve Minutes of June 6, 2014 Board Meeting and Minutes of June 13, 2014 Special Board Meeting

  Saundra McDaniel

  (909) 396-2500
  

• 2. Set Public Hearings September 5, 2014 to Consider Amendments and/or Adoption to SCAQMD Rules and Regulations

  Barry Wallerstein

  (909) 396-3131
  

  (A). Amend Rule 1111 - NOx Emissions from Natural-Gas-Fired, Fan-Type Central Furnaces

  Chang/3186
  PAR 1111 delays the compliance date for condensing (high efficiency) units until April 1, 2015. The proposed amendment would also add a mitigation fee-based compliance option to allow up to three years’ delay for residential furnace manufacturers that require additional time to produce furnaces that meet the 14 ng/Joule emission limit. The proposed mitigation fee will be used to mitigate the air emissions impacts of the delay. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, March 21 and June 20, 2014)
  

  (B). Amend Rule 1151 - Motor Vehicle and Mobile Equipment Non-Assembly Line Coating Operations

  Fine/2239
  In an effort to enhance the understanding of current applicable rule requirements, the proposed amendment seeks to make administrative changes to the rule by removing obsolete rule language, and making minor revisions and editorial corrections. The proposed amendment also adds new definitions to promote clarity and consistency, revises the transfer efficiency equivalency section and adds an exemption for automotive graphic arts operations. (Review: Stationary Source Committee, July 25, 2014)  

•   Budget/Fiscal Impact

   

  3. Recognize Revenue and Appropriate Funds from Clean Fuels, Carl Moyer AB 923 and Proposition 1B-Goods Movement for Administrative Support, Outreach and Education, and Related Activities

  Matt Miyasato

  (909) 396-3249
  The Technology Advancement Office executes hundreds of contracts annually to implement incentive, demonstration and technology transfer projects, involving ongoing administrative support, outreach and education, and other related activities.  This action is to recognize up to $1,250,000 in revenue in the General Fund and appropriate $1,250,000 to the Science & Technology Advancement FY 2014-15 Budget, Services and Supplies Major Object, Professional and Special Services Account, from the following special revenue funds: $850,000 from the Clean Fuels Program Fund (31); $100,000 from the Carl Moyer Program AB 923 Special Revenue Fund (80); and $300,000 from the Prop 1B Funding-Goods Movement Fund (81).  The appropriations will ensure flexibility and expediency in administering and addressing implementation issues for these programs.  (Reviewed: Technology Committee, June 20, 2014; Recommended for Approval)

• 4. Recognize Revenue from Participating Members of California Natural Gas Vehicle Partnership and Approve Expenditures for Activities and Projects during FYs 2014-15 and 2015-16

  Matt Miyasato

  (909) 396-3249
  
  The SCAQMD Board established the California Natural Gas Vehicle Partnership (CNGVP) to promote greater deployment of natural gas vehicles in California. The participating members pay two-year membership fees to fund program administration and activities and projects to achieve the goals of the CNGVP. This action is to recognize revenue from participating and future CNGVP members; transfer $25,000 from the Clean Fuels Fund (31) into the Natural Gas Vehicle Partnership Fund (40) for SCAQMD’s two-year membership for FYs 2014-15 and 2015-16; approve the FYs 2014-15 and 2015-16 CNGVP budget; amend the contract for CNGVP website maintenance; and authorize the Executive Officer to approve individual expenditures, as selected by the CNGVP for FYs 2014-15 and 2015-16, up to $75,000 but not to exceed $225,000 for each fiscal year. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, June 20, 2014; Recommended for Approval)

• 5. Recognize Revenue, Amend Air Filtration Contract and Execute New Contract to Upgrade and Demonstrate Zero-Emission Heavy-Duty Vehicles

  Matt Miyasato

  (909) 396-3249
  
  The SCAQMD applied for and expects to receive a $500,000 award from U.S. EPA under Section 105 of the Clean Air Act to sponsor Clean Air Technology Initiative projects. Staff proposes to utilize these funds to cosponsor school bus air filtration and zero-emission yard tractor projects. This action is to recognize the $500,000 award from U.S. EPA into the Advanced Technology, Outreach and Education Fund (17). Secondly, this action is to amend a contract with IQAir to add $170,000 from the Advanced Technology, Outreach and Education Fund (17) to install and test air filtration systems in school buses. Lastly, this action is to execute a new contract with TransPower to upgrade and demonstrate two electric yard tractors at a cost not to exceed $405,000, comprised of $330,000 from the Advanced Technology, Outreach and Education Fund (17) and $75,000 from the Clean Fuels Fund (31). (Reviewed: Technology Committee, June 20, 2014; Recommended for Approval)

• 6. Approve Truck Projects under “Year 4” Proposition 1B-Goods Movement Program

  Matt Miyasato

  (909) 396-3249
  At its April 4, 2014 meeting, the Board approved a list of heavy-duty truck projects under the “Year 4” Proposition 1B-Goods Movement Program, subject to CARB’s final approval. Some truck projects were not included in the recommended list either because of missing information for completion of evaluations or for not furnishing the campaign contribution disclosure forms on time. Since then staff has continued working with these applicants and more truck projects have become eligible. These actions are to augment the list of truck projects, previously approved by the Board, with additional truck projects as outlined in Table 1, subject to CARB’s final approval. These additional projects will not delay the program implementation schedule, as the final approval will be subsequent to completion of compliance checks by CARB, after which contracts will be executed. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, June 20, 2014; Recommended for Approval)

• 7. Transfer and Appropriate Funding to Establish Air Quality Sensor Performance Evaluation Center

  Matt Miyasato

  (909) 396-3249
  Manufacturers have begun marketing “low-cost” air monitoring sensors to measure air pollution, and local environmental groups and the public are considering them as inexpensive options to independently evaluate air quality.  However, there are no ongoing established local, state or federal programs to evaluate the validity of data obtained from such devices or their overall performance.  This action is to establish an Air Quality Sensor Performance Evaluation Center (AQ-SPEC) to perform systematic, detailed characterizations of currently available air monitoring sensors using both field- and laboratory-based testing and to communicate the results to the public.  This action is to also transfer and appropriate funding up to $852,000 from the BP ARCO Settlement Projects Fund (46) to release solicitation documents and issue purchase orders or contracts for equipment and web development, fund program implementation costs and create and fill two new positions to support the AQ-SPEC.  (Reviewed: Technology Committee, June 20, 2014; Recommended for Approval)

• 8. Issue RFP to Implement Enhanced Fleet Modernization Program

  Matt Miyasato

  (909) 396-3249
  There is strong interest from the state legislature to provide incentives for eligible low-income owners of older passenger cars to scrap and replace their vehicles with newer, cleaner and more fuel efficient vehicles. To address this, CARB is amending its AB 118 Enhanced Fleet Modernization Program (EFMP) Regulation to focus on providing greater incentives for older vehicle scrapping and replacement to eligible low- and middle-income owners. Funding to implement the EFMP is available from AB 118, including funding to conduct a pilot program to assess innovative approaches targeting outreach to low- and middle-income vehicle owners for participation in the EFMP. This action is to issue an RFP to solicit proposals to implement one or more pilot programs under the AB 118 EFMP in the South Coast Air Basin in an amount up to $1.5 million. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, June 20, 2014; Recommended for Approval)

• 9. Issue RFPs to Demonstrate Commercial-Grade Electric Lawn and Garden Equipment

  Matt Miyasato

  (909) 396-3249
  Implementing a Commercial-Grade Electric Lawn and Garden Equipment Demonstration Program with local landscape professionals as well as municipalities will promote zero emission lawn and garden equipment and accelerate market penetration in the South Coast Air Basin.  This action is to issue two RFPs: the first RFP will solicit proposals from qualified manufacturers and vendors to identify and procure commercial-grade electric lawn mowers; the second RFP will solicit proposals for commercial-grade cordless electric hand-held lawn and garden equipment. The equipment will be loaned on a rotating basis to eligible participating local gardening and landscape professionals and the manufacturers and vendors will provide training and technical support to participants. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, June 20, 2014; Recommended for Approval)

• 10. Issue Program Announcement for Low-Emission Leaf Blower Vendors

  Matt Miyasato

  (909) 396-3249
  To follow up on the successful Leaf Blower Exchange Programs, staff proposes a similar incentive in the fall of 2014 to generate cost-effective emission reductions. This action is to issue a Program Announcement to solicit competitive bids from manufacturers of low-emission leaf blowers in sufficient quantities and at the lowest possible price. (Reviewed: Mobile Source Committee, June 20, 2014; Recommended for Approval)

• 11. Recognize Revenue and Appropriate Funds for Enhanced Particulate Monitoring Program, NATTS, PAMS, PM2.5 and Near-Road NO2 Programs; and Solicit Competitive Bids and Issue Purchase Orders for Air Monitoring Equipment

  Laki Tisopulos

  (909) 396-3123
  The U.S. Government has allocated $2,968,841 for the Enhanced Particulate Monitoring Program for FY 2014-15. In addition, the U.S. EPA has allocated $293,716 for the NATTS Program for FY 2014-15. These actions are to: 1) recognize revenue and appropriate funds for the Enhanced Particulate Monitoring and NATTS Programs; 2) recognize revenue and appropriate funding for the remaining balance of the NATTS, PAMS, PM2.5 and Near-Road NO2 Program funds; and 3) solicit competitive bids and issue purchase orders for air monitoring equipment. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, June 13, 2014;  Recommended for Approval)

• 12. Execute Contract for Media, Advertising and Public Outreach for Check Before You Burn Program

  Sam Atwood

  (909) 396-3687
  On September 6, 2013, the Board awarded a contract to Sensis for $493,000 to plan and implement a Media, Advertising and Public Outreach Campaign for the FY 2013-14 Check Before You Burn program. The existing contract with the firm will expire on September 30, 2014.  This action is to execute a contract with Sensis for one additional year.  (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, June 20, 2014; Recommended for Approval)

• 13. Issue RFP for Management Firm to Operate SCAQMD's Diamond Bar Headquarters Cafeteria

  Bill Johnson

  (909) 396-3018
  The current contract to manage and operate SCAQMD's headquarters cafeteria expires December 31, 2014. This action is to issue an RFP to solicit proposals from qualified food service management firms interested in providing this service for the next three-year period.  (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, June 13, 2014; Recommended for Approval)

• 14. Authorize Purchase of PeopleSoft and Oracle Software Support

  Chris Marlia

  (909) 396-3148
  The SCAQMD uses the PeopleSoft Integrated Financial/Human Resources System.  The software package provides purchasing, accounting, asset management, financial management, project reporting, payroll, and human resource functionality for the SCAQMD.  The PeopleSoft system uses Oracle database software.  The maintenance support for this system expires      August 13, 2014.  This action is to obtain approval for the purchase of PeopleSoft and Oracle software maintenance support for another year.  Funds for this expense are included in the FY 2014-15 Budget.  (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, June 13, 2014; Committee took no action due to lack of campaign contribution disclosure form.)

• 15. Authorize Purchase of OnBase Software Support

  Chris Marlia

  (909) 396-3148
  SCAQMD uses the OnBase software for its electronic document management system to manage critical documents and to support the Record Retention Policy.  Software subscription and support for OnBase expires on July 31, 2014. This action is to obtain approval for sole source purchase of OnBase software subscription and support for one year. Funds for this purchase ($120,380) are included in the FY 2014-15 Budget. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, June 13, 2014; Recommended for Approval)

• 16. Amend Existing Contract with Carmen Group Incorporated for Legislative Representation in Washington, D.C.

  Lisha Smith

  (909) 396-3242
  The current contract with the Carmen Group Incorporated for legislative and regulatory representation in Washington D.C. will expire on July 14, 2014.  This contract, as of January 14, 2014, had an option for two one-year extensions.  A six-month extension was exercised at that time. To further the agency’s policy positions at the federal level, this proposal exercises a second six-month contract extension, through January 14, 2015, for the Carmen Group Incorporated at a cost of $109,620.  (Reviewed: Legislative Committee, June 13, 2014; Recommended for Approval)

• 17. Establish List of Prequalified Counsel to Represent and Advise SCAQMD on Legal Matters Related to Environmental Law and Represent and Advise SCAQMD Hearing Board

  Kurt Wiese

  (909) 396-3460
  On April 4, 2014, the Board approved issuance of an RFP to prequalify outside counsel having expertise in the California Environmental Quality Act, SCAQMD rulemaking and planning procedures, administrative law and related issues for the SCAQMD and the SCAQMD Hearing Board. The RFP was issued jointly to limit costs. The evaluation of responding firms has been completed. This action is to establish two lists of prequalified counsel--one to represent the SCAQMD and one to represent the SCAQMD Hearing Board in environmental law areas. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, June 13, 2014; Recommended for Approval)

• 18. Approve Contract Awards and Modifications Approved by MSRC

  
  Pettis
  The MSRC approved a final award under the Signal Synchronization Partnership Program as part of their FYs 2012-14 AB 2766 Discretionary Fund 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 contract award and the fund transfer.  (Reviewed: Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee, June 19, 2014, Recommended for Approval)

• Items 19 through 26 - Information Only/Receive and File

  19. Legislative & Public Affairs Report

  Lisha Smith

  (909) 396-3242
  This report highlights the May 2014 outreach activities of Legislative and Public Affairs, which include: Environmental Justice Update, Community Events/Public Meetings, Business Assistance, and Outreach to Business and Federal, State, and Local Government. (No Committee Review)

• 20. Report to Legislature and CARB on SCAQMD's Regulatory Activities for Calendar Year 2013

  Lisha Smith

  (909) 396-3242
  The SCAQMD is required by law to submit a report to the Legislature on its regulatory activities for the preceding calendar year. The report is to include a summary of each rule and rule amendment adopted by SCAQMD, number of permits issued, denied, or cancelled, emission offset transactions, budget and forecast, and an update on the Clean Fuels program. Also included is the Annual RECLAIM Audit Report, as required by RECLAIM Rule 2015: Backstop Provisions. (No Committee Review)

• 21. Hearing Board Report

  Ed Camarena

  (909) 396-2500
  This reports the actions taken by the Hearing Board during the period of May 1 through May 31, 2014. (No Committee Review)

• 22. Civil Filings and Civil Penalties Report

  Kurt Wiese

  (909) 396-3460
  This reports the monthly penalties from May 1 through May 31, 2014, and legal actions filed by the General Counsel's Office during May 1 through May 31, 2014. An Index of District Rules is attached with the penalty report. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, June 20, 2014)

• 23. Lead Agency Projects and Environmental Documents Received by SCAQMD

  Elaine Chang

  (909) 396-3186
  This report provides, for the Board's consideration, a listing of CEQA documents received by the SCAQMD between May 1, 2014 and May 31, 2014, and those projects for which the SCAQMD is acting as lead agency pursuant to CEQA. (Reviewed: Mobile Source Committee, June 20, 2014)

• 24. Rule and Control Measure Forecast

  Elaine Chang

  (909) 396-3186
  This report highlights SCAQMD rulemaking activities and public workshops potentially scheduled for the year 2014. (No Committee Review)

• 25. Report of RFPs Scheduled for Release in July

  Michael O'Kelly

  (909) 396-2828
  This report summarizes the RFPs for budgeted services over $75,000 scheduled to be released for advertisement for the month of July.  (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, June 13, 2014; Recommended for Approval)

• 26. Report on Major Projects for Information Management Scheduled to Start During First Six Months of FY 2014-15

  Chris Marlia

  (909) 396-3148
  Information Management is responsible for data systems management services in support of all SCAQMD operations. This action is to report on major automation contracts and projects to be initiated by Information Management during the first six months of FY 2014-15. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, June 13, 2014; Recommended for Approval)

• 27. Items Deferred from Consent Calendar

   

  BOARD CALENDAR

  28. Administrative Committee

  Barry Wallerstein

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

• 29. Investment Oversight Committee

  Michael O'Kelly

  (909) 396-2828
  (Receive & File)
  Chair: Antonovich

• 30. Legislative Committee

  Lisha Smith

  (909) 396-3242
  

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

  Agenda Item	Recommended Action
  Amend Existing Contract  with the Carmen Group  Incorporated for Legislative Representation in Washington, D.C.	Approve
  AB 1720(Bloom) Vehicles: Bus Gross Weight	Support
  AB 1857 (Frazier) Department of Transportation: Vehicle and Equipment Procurement	Support
  AB 2565 (Muratsuchi) Rental Property: Electric Vehicle Charging Stations	Move to Board for  Discussion

• 31. Mobile Source Committee

  Elaine Chang

  (909) 396-3186
  (Receive & File)
  Chair: Parker

• 32. Stationary Source Committee

  Mohsen Nazemi

  (909) 396-2662
  (Receive & File)
  Chair: Yates

• 33. Technology Committee

  Matt Miyasato

  (909) 396-3249
  (Receive & File)
  Chair: J. Benoit

• 34. Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee

  Henry Hogo

  (909) 396-3184
  Board Liaison: Antonovich
  (Receive & File)

• 35. California Air Resources Board Monthly Board Report

  Saundra McDaniel

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

• 36. California Fuel Cell Partnership Executive Board Meeting Notes and Quarterly Updates

  Matt Miyasato

  (909) 396-3249
  
  This report summarizes the California Fuel Cell Partnership Executive Board meeting held April 15, 2014, and provides updates for quarters beginning October 2013 and January 2014. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, June 20, 2014; Recommended for Approval)

• Staff Presentation/Board Discussion

  37. Report on Hexavalent Chromium Monitoring at Cement Manufacturing Facilities, Development of Cement Facility Closure Plan, and Recommendations Regarding Future Rulemaking Efforts

  Philip Fine

  (909) 396-2239
  In 2009, the Board adopted amendments to Rule 1156 - Further Reductions of Particulate Emissions from Cement Manufacturing Facilities to address the elevated hexavalent chromium (Cr+6) ambient concentrations found through MATES III sampling efforts. The amended rule requires the facilities to conduct ambient monitoring for Cr+6. Pursuant to the resolution commitments, staff presents the second biannual report to the Board on the monitoring results at the two impacted facilities. The resolution also required the development of a facility closure plan in the event a facility ceases all or partial operations. This report will discuss potential amendments to Rule 1156 to address monitoring requirements and the closure plan. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, June 20, 2014)

• PUBLIC HEARINGS

  38. Amend Rule 2449 – Control of Oxides of Nitrogen Emissions from Off-Road Diesel Vehicles

  Henry Hogo

  (909) 396-3184
  In May 2008, the Board adopted Rule 2449 implementing the Surplus Off-Road Opt-in for NOx (SOON) provisions of the State In-Use Off-Road Diesel Vehicle Regulation. On December 14, 2011, CARB amended the In-Use Off-Road Diesel Vehicle Regulation and removed Section 2449.2, Title 13 of the California Code of Regulation (CCR). As part of that action, CARB renumbered the SOON Provision Section 2449.3 to Section 2449.2.  Staff is proposing an administrative amendment to SCAQMD Rule 2449 to revise the reference from Section 2449.3 to Section 2449.2 of Title 13 of the California Code of Regulation. This action is to adopt the resolution: 1) Determining that the proposed amendments to Rule 2449 are exempt from the CEQA; and 2) Amending Rule 2449.  (Reviewed: Mobile Source Committee, June 20, 2014)

• 39. 2013 Annual Report on AB 2588 Air Toxics Hot Spots Program

  Elaine Chang

  (909) 396-3186
  The Air Toxics "Hot Spots" Information and Assessment Act of 1987 (AB 2588) requires local air pollution districts to prepare an annual report. Key accomplishments for 2013 include: 1) reviewed and approved five facility health risk assessments (HRAs), which included two public notices and a total of 11 public meetings; 2) notified two facilities to prepare HRAs; 3) notified two facilities to prepare air toxic inventory reports; 4) required one facility to prepare a risk reduction plan; 5) completed development of a mapping tool to display health risks from retail gas stations and perchloroethylene dry cleaners; 6) prioritized approximately 50 facilities; and 7) updated AB 2588 website information. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, May 16, 2014)