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Governing Board Meeting Agenda: March 7, 2025

             A meeting of the South Coast Air Quality Management District Board will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, March 7, 2025 through a hybrid format of in-person attendance in the Dr. William A. Burke Auditorium at the South Coast AQMD Headquarters, 21865 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, California, and/or virtual attendance via videoconferencing and by telephone. Please follow the instructions below to join the meeting remotely.

            Please refer to South Coast AQMD’s website for information regarding the format of the meeting, updates, and details on how to participate at:

http://www.aqmd.gov/home/news-events/meeting-agendas-minutes

ELECTRONIC PARTICIPATION INFORMATION

(Instructions provided at bottom of the agenda)

Join Zoom Meeting - from PC, Laptop or Phone
https://scaqmd.zoom.us/j/93128605044
Meeting ID: 931 2860 5044 (applies to all)
Teleconference Dial In +1 669 900 6833 or +1 253 215 8782
One tap mobile +16699006833, 93128605044# or +12532158782, 93128605044#

Spanish Language Only Audience (telephone)
Número Telefónico para la Audiencia que Habla Español
Teleconference Dial In/Numero para llamar: +1 669 900 6833
Meeting ID/Identificación de la reunión: 932 0955 9643
One tap mobile: +16699006833, 93209559643#

PUBLIC COMMENT WILL STILL BE TAKEN
Audience will be allowed to provide public comment in person and through Zoom connection or telephone. Comments are limited to three minutes per person for all items on the Consent and Board Calendars and may be further limited by the Chair to ensure all can be heard


Phone controls for participants:
The following commands can be used on your phone’s dial pad while in Zoom Webinar meeting:
• *6 - Toggle mute/unmute
• *9 - Raise hand 

Questions About an Agenda Item

  • The name and telephone number of the appropriate staff person to call for additional information or to resolve concerns is listed for each agenda item.
  • In preparation for the meeting, you are encouraged to obtain whatever clarifying information may be needed to allow the Board to move expeditiously in its deliberations.

Meeting Procedures

  • The public meeting of the South Coast AQMD Governing Board begins at 9:00 a.m. The Governing Board generally will consider items in the order listed on the agenda. However, any item may be considered in any order.
  • After taking action on any agenda item not requiring a public hearing, the Board may reconsider or amend the item at any time during the meeting.

All documents (i) constituting non-exempt public records, (ii) relating to an item on the agenda, and (iii) having been distributed to at least a majority of the Governing Board after the agenda is posted, are available prior to the meeting for public review at South Coast AQMD’s Clerk of the Boards Office, 21865 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 or web page at www.aqmd.gov

Americans with Disabilities Act and Language Accessibility

Disability and language-related accommodations can be requested to allow participation in the Governing Board meeting. The agenda will be made available, upon request, in appropriate alternative formats to assist persons with a disability (Gov. Code Section 54954.2(a)). In addition, other documents may be requested in alternative formats and languages. Any disability or language-related accommodation must be requested as soon as practicable. Requests will be accommodated unless providing the accommodation would result in a fundamental alteration or undue burden to the South Coast AQMD. Please contact the Clerk of the Boards Office at (909) 396-2500 from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Tuesday through Friday, or send the request to cob@aqmd.gov

A webcast of the meeting is available for viewing at:
http://www.aqmd.gov/home/news-events/webcast

Call To Order

  • Pledge of Allegiance
  • Roll Call
  • Swearing in of Newly-Appointed Board Members Janet Nguyen and Brenda Olmos
  • Opening Comments:
                                        Vanessa Delgado, Chair
                                        Other Board Members
                                        Wayne Nastri, Executive Officer
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD – (Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3) The public may comment on any subject within the South Coast AQMD’s authority that does not appear on the agenda, during the Public Comment Period. Each speaker addressing non-agenda items may be limited to a total of (3) minutes.

CONSENT AND BOARD CALENDAR (Items 1 through 17)

Note:  Consent and Board Calendar items held for discussion will be moved to Item No. 18


Download the agenda only (PDF, no attachments)


Download the complete agenda here.


  • Item 1Action Item/No Fiscal Impact


    1. Approve Minutes of February 7, 2025

    Faye Thomas

    (909) 396-3268

  • Items 2 through 4 – Budget/Fiscal Impact


    2. Adopt Resolution Recognizing Funds for FY 2024-25 Carl Moyer Program, Issue Program Announcements, and Execute and Modify Agreements for Carl Moyer, and Surplus Off-Road Opt-in for NOx Programs

    Aaron Katzenstein

    (909) 396-2219
    These actions are to: 1) adopt a Resolution recognizing up to $47,159,728 in Carl Moyer Program grant funds from CARB into the Carl Moyer Program SB 1107 Fund (32) and authorize the Executive Officer to accept the terms and conditions for FY 2024-25 award; 2) issue two Program Announcements for “Year 27” of the Carl Moyer Program and the SOON Provision to solicit applications; 3) authorize the Executive Officer to execute or amend agreements for eligible zero and low-emitting on- and off-road vehicles and equipment, including marine vessels, locomotives, and supporting infrastructure projects; and 4) modify three no-cost agreements to extend their milestone dates for the zero-emission infrastructure projects from a prior year Carl Moyer solicitation. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, February 21, 2025; Recommended for Approval)

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

    Ron Moskowitz

    (909) 396-3329
    Servers and storage devices are used by enterprise-level software applications that currently support the Clean Air Support System, a set of computer applications used in South Coast AQMD core activities. Maintenance support for these systems will expire on April 30, 2025. 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 $190,000. Funds for these purchases are included in Information Management’s FY 2024-25 Budget. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, February 14, 2025; Recommended for Approval)

  • 4. Authorize Purchase of Server Software, Database, and Microsoft Support Software Under Microsoft Enterprise Agreement

    Ron Moskowitz

    (909) 396-3329
    South Coast AQMD maintains a data center that includes 32 servers used to run various critical applications and services. These servers run a suite of software, including operating system, database, and support software.  This action is to authorize the purchase of Microsoft software and support for a period of three years in the amount not to exceed $380,000.  Funds for the first year are included in the current fiscal year budget, with provisions for subsequent years to be included in future budget requests. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, February 14, 2025; Recommended for Approval)

  • Items 5 through 11 – Information Only/Receive and File


    5. Legislative, Public Affairs and Media Report

    Lisa Tanaka O'Malley

    (909) 396-3327
    This report highlights the January 2025 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)

  • 6. Hearing Board Report


    Ali
    This reports the actions taken by the Hearing Board during the period of January 1 through January 31, 2025. (No Committee Review)

  • 7. Civil Filings and Civil Penalties Report

    Bayron Gilchrist

    (909) 396-3459

    This report summarizes monthly penalties and legal actions filed by the General Counsel's Office from January 1, 2025 through January 31, 2025. An Index of South Coast AQMD Rules is attached with the penalty report. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, February 21, 2025)

  • 8. Intergovernmental Review of Environmental Documents and CEQA Lead Agency Projects

    Michael Krause

    (909) 396-2706

    This report provides a listing of environmental documents prepared by other public agencies seeking review by South Coat AQMD between January 1, 2025 and January 31, 2025, and proposed projects for which South Coast AQMD is acting as lead agency pursuant to CEQA. (No Committee Review)

  • 9. Rule and Control Measure Forecast

    Sarah Rees

    (909) 396-2856
    This report highlights South Coast AQMD rulemaking activities and public hearings scheduled for 2025. (No Committee Review)

  • 10. FY 2024-25 Contract Activity

    Sujata Jain

    (909) 396-2804
    This report lists the number of contracts let during the first six months of FY 2024-25, the respective dollar amounts, award type, and the authorized contract signatory for South Coast AQMD. (No Committee Review)

  • 11. 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, February 14, 2025)

  • Items 12 through 17 Reports for Committees, MSRC, and CARB

    Note: The MSRC February 20, 2025 meeting was cancelled. The next regular meeting of the MSRC is scheduled for March 20, 2025

    12. Administrative Committee

    Wayne Nastri

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

  • 13. Legislative Committee

    Lisa Tanaka O'Malley

    (909) 396-3327
    Chair: Cacciotti

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

    Agenda Item Action

    2025 South Coast AQMD
    Sponsored State Legislative
    Proposal for Emergency
    Response

    Approve
  • 14. Mobile Source Committee

    Sarah Rees

    (909) 396-2856
    Chair: Kracov
    (Receive & File)

  • 15. Stationary Source Committee

    Jason Aspell

    (909) 396-2491
    Chair: McCallon
    (Receive & File)

  • 16. Technology Committee

    Aaron Katzenstein

    (909) 396-2219
    Chair: Rodriguez
    (Receive & File)

  • 17. California Air Resources Board Monthly Report

    Faye Thomas

    (909) 396-3268
    Board Rep.:  Kracov
    (Receive & File)

  • STAFF PRESENTATION/BOARD DISCUSSION/RECEIVE & FILE


    19. Permitting Enhancement Program Status Update (Presentation in Lieu of Board Letter)

    Jason Aspell

    (909) 396-2491
    Staff will present a status update on the Workplan to implement the Permitting Enhancement Program. In August 2023, as part of the Chair’s priorities, staff presented a comprehensive Workplan to overcome current and future permit processing challenges which included several short-term and long-term actions. Staff will present their progress on the actions and upcoming efforts. (No Committee Review)

  • PUBLIC HEARINGS


    20. Approve and Adopt Technology Advancement Office Clean Fuels Program 2024 Annual Report and 2025 Plan Update, Resolution and Membership Changes for Clean Fuels Advisory Group

    Aaron Katzenstein

    (909) 396-2219
    Each year by March 31, South Coast AQMD 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. These actions are to: 1) approve and adopt the Technology Advancement Clean Fuels Program Annual Report for 2024 and 2025 Plan Update; 2) adopt the Resolution finding that proposed projects do not duplicate any past or present programs; 3) approve and adopt membership changes to the SB 98 Clean Fuels Advisory Group; and 4) receive and file membership changes to the Technology Advancement Advisory Group. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, February 21, 2025; Recommended for Approval)

  • 21. Approve Annual RECLAIM Audit Report for 2023 Compliance Year

    Jason Aspell

    (909) 396-2491
    The Annual RECLAIM Audit Report for 2023 Compliance Year for the NOx and SOx RECLAIM program is prepared in accordance with Rule 2015 - Backstop Provisions. This report assesses emission reductions, availability and average annual prices of RECLAIM Trading Credits (RTCs), job impacts, compliance issues, and other measures of performance for the 30th year of this program. Recent trends in trading future year RTCs are analyzed and presented in this report.  A list of facilities that did not reconcile their emissions for the 2023 Compliance Year is also included in the report.  This action is to adopt the Resolution: 1) Approving the Annual RECLAIM Audit Report for the 2023 Compliance Year; 2) Approving staff’s recommendation to determine that paragraphs (d)(1) through (d)(4) of Rule 2004 continue without change, as reported in the August 2022 evaluation and review of the compliance and enforcement aspects of the RECLAIM program; and 3) Directing the Executive Officer to submit to CARB and U.S. EPA, the Annual RECLAIM Audit Report and the August 2022 evaluation and review of the compliance and enforcement aspects of the RECLAIM program, including the determination that paragraphs (d)(1) through (d)(4) of Rule 2004 continue without change. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, February 21, 2025)

Board Member Travel

(No Written Material) Board member travel reports have been filed with the Clerk of the Boards, and copies are available upon request.


Closed Session

Bayron Gilchrist (909) 396-3459 (No Written Material)

CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION

It is necessary for the Board to recess to closed session pursuant to Government Code sections 54956.9(a) and 54956.9(d)(1) to confer with its counsel regarding pending litigation which has been initiated formally and to which the South Coast AQMD is a party.  The actions are:

  • In the Matter of South Coast Air Quality Management District v. Southern California Gas Company, Aliso Canyon Storage Facility, South Coast AQMD Hearing Board Case No. 137-76 (Order for Abatement); People of the State of California, ex rel South Coast Air Quality Management District v. Southern California Gas Company, Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. BC608322; Judicial Council Coordinated Proceeding No.4861;
  • South Coast Air Quality Management District, et al. v. NHTSA, EPA, et al., United States Court of Appeals, D.C. Circuit, Case No. 20-1173 (consolidated with Competitive Enterprise Institute, et al. v. NHTSA, No. 20-1145);
  • Natural Resources Defense Council, et al. v. City of Los Angeles, et al., San Diego Superior Court, Case No. 37-2021-00023385-CU-TT-CTL (China Shipping Case) (transferred from Los Angeles Superior Court, Case No. 20STCP02985); Fourth District Court of Appeal, Division One, No. D080902;
  • In the Matter of South Coast Air Quality Management District v. Baker Commodities, South Coast AQMD Hearing Board Case No. 6223-1 (Order for Abatement);
  • Western States Trucking Association, Inc. v. EPA, et al., Unites States Court of Appeals, United States Court of Appeals, D.C. Circuit, Case No. 23-1143 (amicus brief);
  • Rinnai America Corp. et al. v. South Coast Air Quality Management District, U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, Case No. 2:24-cv-10482; and
  • Eng v. EPA, et al., United States Court of Appeals for Ninth Circuit, Case No. 25-138.

CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – INITIATING LITIGATION

It is also necessary for the Board to recess to closed session pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(a) and 54956.9(d)(4) to consider initiation of litigation (four cases).

CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION

Also, it is necessary for the Board to recess to closed session pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(2) to confer with its counsel because there is a significant exposure to litigation against the South Coast AQMD (two cases).

CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS

It Is also necessary to recess to closed session pursuant to Government Code section 54957.6 to confer with labor negotiators:

Agency Designated Representative:  A. John Olvera, Deputy Executive Officer – Administrative & Human Resources;

  • Employee Organization(s): Teamsters Local 911, and South Coast AQMD Professional Employees Association; and
  • Unrepresented Employees:  Executive Officer, General Counsel, Designated Deputies and Management and Confidential employees.

PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

It Is also necessary to recess to closed session pursuant to Government Code section 54957 to evaluate the performance of public employees:

Title:  Executive Officer and General Counsel


ADJOURNMENT

***PUBLIC COMMENTS***

Members of the public are afforded an opportunity to speak on any agenda item before consideration of that item. Persons wishing to speak may do so in person or remotely via Zoom or telephone. To provide public comments via a Desktop/Laptop or Smartphone, click on the “Raise Hand” at the bottom of the screen, or if participating via Dial-in/Telephone Press *9. This will signal to the host that you would like to provide a public comment and you will be added to the list.

All agendas are posted at South Coast AQMD Headquarters, 21865 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, California, and website, http://www.aqmd.gov/home/news-events/meeting-agendas-minutes, at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting. At the beginning of the agenda, an opportunity is also provided for the public to speak on any subject within the South Coast AQMD's authority. Speakers may be limited to a total of three (3) minutes for the entirety of the Consent Calendar plus Board Calendar, and three (3) minutes or less for each of the other agenda items.

Note that on items listed on the Consent Calendar and the balance of the agenda any motion, including action, can be taken (consideration is not limited to listed recommended actions). Additional matters can be added and action taken by two-thirds vote, or in the case of an emergency, by a majority vote. Matters raised under the Public Comment Period may not be acted upon at that meeting other than as provided above.

Written comments will be accepted by the Board and made part of the record. Individuals who wish to submit written or electronic comments must submit such comments to the Clerk of the Board, South Coast AQMD, 21865 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765-4178, (909) 396-2500, or to cob@aqmd.gov, on or before 5:00 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to the Board meeting.

ACRONYMS

AQ-SPEC = Air Quality Sensor Performance Evaluation Center
AQIP = Air Quality Investment Program
AQMP = Air Quality Management Plan
AVR = Average Vehicle Ridership
BACT = Best Available Control Technology
BARCT = Best Available Retrofit Control Technology
Cal/EPA = California Environmental Protection Agency
CARB = California Air Resources Board
CEMS = Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems
CEC = California Energy Commission
CEQA = California Environmental Quality Act
CE-CERT = College of Engineering-Center for Environmental Research and Technology
CNG = Compressed Natural Gas
CO = Carbon Monoxide
DOE = Department of Energy
EV = Electric Vehicle
EV/BEV = Electric Vehicle/Battery Electric Vehicle
FY = Fiscal Year
GHG = Greenhouse Gas
HRA = Health Risk Assessment
LEV = Low Emission Vehicle
LNG = Liquefied Natural Gas
MATES = Multiple Air Toxics Exposure Study
MOU = Memorandum of Understanding
MSERCs = Mobile Source Emission Reduction Credits
MSRC = Mobile Source (Air Pollution Reduction) Review Committee
NAAQS = National Ambient Air Quality Standards
NATTS = National Air Toxics Trends Station
NESHAPS = National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants
NGV = Natural Gas Vehicle
NOx = Oxides of Nitrogen
NSPS = New Source Performance Standards
NSR = New Source Review
OEHHA = Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment
PAMS = Photochemical Assessment Monitoring Stations
PEV = Plug-In Electric Vehicle
PHEV = Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle
PM10 = Particulate Matter £ 10 microns
PM2.5 = Particulate Matter < 2.5 microns
RECLAIM = Regional Clean Air Incentives Market
RFP = Request for Proposals
RFQ = Request for Quotations
RFQQ = Request for Qualifications and Quotations
SCAG = Southern California Association of Governments
SIP = State Implementation Plan
SOx = Oxides of Sulfur
SOON = Surplus Off-Road Opt-In for NOx
SULEV = Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle
TCM = Transportation Control Measure
ULEV = Ultra Low Emission Vehicle
U.S. EPA = United States Environmental Protection Agency
VOC = Volatile Organic Compound
ZEV = Zero Emission Vehicle

INSTRUCTIONS FOR ELECTRONIC PARTICIPATION

Instructions for Participating in a Virtual Meeting as an Attendee

As an attendee, you will have the opportunity to virtually raise your hand and provide public comment.

Before joining the call, please silence your other communication devices such as your cell or desk phone. This will prevent any feedback or interruptions during the meeting.

For language interpretation:

Click the interpretation Globe icon at the bottom of the screen
Select the language you want to hear (either English or Spanish)
Click “Mute Original Audio” if you hear both languages at the same time.

Para interpretación de idiomas:

Haga clic en el icono de interpretación el globo terráqueo en la parte inferior de la pantalla
Seleccione el idioma que desea escuchar (inglés o español)
Haga clic en "Silenciar audio original" si escucha ambos idiomas al mismo tiempo

Please note: During the meeting, all participants will be placed on Mute by the host. You will not be able to mute or unmute your lines manually.

After each agenda item, the Chairman will announce public comment.

Speakers may be limited to a total of 3 minutes for the entirety of the consent calendar plus board calendar, and three minutes or less for each of the other agenda items.

A countdown timer will be displayed on the screen for each public comment.

If interpretation is needed, more time will be allotted.

Directions to provide public comment on ZOOM from a DESKTOP/LAPTOP or SMARTPHONE:

  • Click on the “Raise Hand” feature on the bottom of the screen.
  • This will signal to the host that you would like to provide a public comment and you will be added to the list.

Directions to provide public comment via TELEPHONE:

  • Dial *9 on your keypad to signal that you would like to comment.

Directions for Spanish Language TELEPHONE line only:

  • The call in number is the same (+1 669 900 6833)
  • The meeting ID number is 932-0955-9643
  • If you would like to make public comment, please dial *9 on your keypad to signal that you would like to comment.

Instrucciones para la línea de TELÉFONO en español únicamente:

  • El número de llamada es el mismo (+1 669900 6833 o +1 93209559643)
  • El número de identificación de la reunión es 932-0955-9643
  • Si desea hacer un comentario público, marque *9 en su teclado para indicar que desea comentar.

South Coast Air Quality Management District

21865 Copley Dr, Diamond Bar, CA 91765

909-396-2000

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