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Governing Board Meeting Agenda: September 6, 2024

             A meeting of the South Coast Air Quality Management District Board will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, September 6, 2024 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)

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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


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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 [email protected]

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
  • 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 25)

Note:  Consent and Board Calendar items held for discussion will be moved to Item No. 26


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  • Item 1 through 3 – Action Items/No Fiscal Impact


    1. Approve Minutes of August 2, 2024

    Faye Thomas

    (909) 396-3268

  • 2. Set Public Hearings October 4, 2024 to Consider Adoption of and/or Amendments to South Coast AQMD Rules and Regulations:

    Wayne Nastri

    (909) 396-3131

    Michael Krause
    (909) 396-2706

    A. Certify Final Subsequent Environmental Assessment for Proposed Amended Rule 1135 - Emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen From Electricity Generating Facilities; and Amend Rule 1135

    Proposed Amended Rule 1135 (PAR 1135) establishes NOx emission limits for electric generating units located on Santa Catalina Island. PAR 1135 includes monitoring, reporting, and recordkeeping requirements for electric generating units located on Santa Catalina Island. This action is to adopt the Resolution: 1) Certifying the Final Subsequent Environmental Assessment for Proposed Amended Rule 1135; and 2) Amending Rule 1135. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee August 19, 2022, March 17, 2023, and August 16, 2024)


    Sarah Rees
    (909) 396-2856

    B. Determine That Coachella Valley Attainment Plan for 2008 8-Hour Ozone Standard is Exempt from CEQA and Adopt Coachella Valley Attainment Plan for 2008 8-Hour Ozone Standard

    The Coachella Valley is in “extreme” nonattainment for the 2008 8-hour ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standard with an attainment date of July 20, 2032. On April 7, 2023, the Coachella Valley was reclassified from “severe-15” to “extreme” nonattainment to resolve a transportation conformity freeze. An attainment demonstration and other SIP planning elements have been developed to comply with the federal Clean Air Act and U.S. EPA’s SIP requirements for “extreme” nonattainment areas. Updated emissions inventory and modeling analysis indicate that ongoing implementation of currently adopted regulations and programs by both the South Coast AQMD and CARB will lead to attainment of this standard by the attainment due date. In addition, the control strategy outlined in the 2022 AQMP will further ensure Coachella Valley attains this standard on time, if not earlier. This action is to adopt the Resolution: 1) Determining that Coachella Valley Attainment Plan for the 2008 8-Hour Ozone Standard is exempt from the requirements of CEQA; and 2) Approving Coachella Valley Attainment Plan for the 2008 8-Hour Ozone Standard, and directing staff to forward the Plan to CARB for approval and submission to U.S. EPA for inclusion in the SIP. (Reviewed: Mobile Source Committee, August 16, 2024)
  • 3. Execute Memorandum of Cooperation on Building Transpacific Partnerships for Green Maritime Economy, between South Coast AQMD and Harbor Department of City of Long Beach in Southern California and North American Representative Office of Shenzhen, Shenzhen Port Group Company Limited, and Yantian International Container Terminals Limited in Shenzhen, China

    Sarah Rees

    (909) 396-2856
    South Coast AQMD, together with the Harbor Department of the City of Long Beach and several Chinese entities based in Shenzhen, People’s Republic of China, including the North American Representative Office of Shenzhen, the Shenzhen Port Group Company Limited, and the Yantian International Container Terminals Limited, have jointly developed a proposed memorandum of cooperation (MOC) to establish transpacific partnerships to promote green development of ports and maritime economies that prioritize sustainability and public health around the Pacific Rim. Potential areas of cooperation include clean energy, zero- and low-carbon environmental initiatives, green infrastructure development, and emission reductions from ocean-going vessels. Signing of the proposed MOC will take place in Shenzhen, China, on September 22, 2024. This action is to authorize the Chair or her designee to execute the proposed MOC with the aforementioned parties on Building Transpacific Partnerships for a Green Maritime Economy. (Reviewed: Mobile Source Committee, August 16, 2024; Recommended for Approval)

  • Items 4 through 10 – Budget/Fiscal Impact


    4. Allocate Funds, Issue RFP, Execute and Amend Contracts for Residential and Commercial Electric Lawn and Garden Equipment Program Support

    Aaron Katzenstein

    (909) 396-2219
    The Residential Electric Lawn Mower Rebate Program provides rebates to offset the purchase cost of new electric lawn mowers. As a result of more zero-emission gardening equipment becoming commercially available, expanding the program to include battery electric leaf blowers, trimmers and chainsaws will further increase emission reductions from the residential lawn and garden sector along with improving the program. In addition, holding a limited number of in-person exchange events will provide residents with a one-stop place to scrap and acquire their new battery electric lawn and garden equipment at a reduced price. The Commercial Electric Lawn & Garden Program provides rebates to commercial gardeners to scrap their old and high polluting equipment for electric commercial grade equipment, the current outreach contractor for the program is nearly out of funds.  These actions are to: 1) allocate up to $500,000 from the Rule 2202 Air Quality Investment Fund (27) for the expanded Residential Lawn and Garden Equipment Rebate Program; 2) issue an RFP to solicit contractor support for the in-person residential lawn and garden equipment exchange events; 3) based on the results of the RFP, authorize the Executive Officer to execute a contract with a qualified firm for the in-person exchange events in an amount not to exceed $100,000 from Rule 2202 Air Quality Investment Fund (27); and 4) amend a contract with American Green Zone Alliance for continued support for the Commercial Electric Lawn and Garden Equipment Incentive and Exchange Program in an amount not to exceed $50,000 from the administrative portion of the Carl Moyer Program Fund (32).(Reviewed: Technology Committee, August 16, 2024; Recommended for Approval) 

  • 5. Issue Program Announcement and Execute Contracts for AB 617 Public School Air Filtration Program

    Aaron Katzenstein

    (909) 396-2219
    Four Assembly Bill 617 (AB617) Communities included measures for public school air filtration: East Los Angeles, Boyle Heights, West Commerce; San Bernardino, Muscoy; Southeast Los Angeles; and Wilmington, Carson, West Long Beach. Through the budgeting processes, $13.7 million from Community Air Protection incentive funds was allocated for an AB 617 Public School Air Filtration Program. These actions are to: 1) issue Program Announcement #PA2025-01 for up to $13.7 million from the Community Air Protection AB 134 Fund (77) to solicit applications from public schools within AB 617 Communities for the AB 617 Public School Air Filtration Program; and 2) based on the results of the PA, authorize the Executive Officer to execute contracts with public schools or school districts or their preferred vendors for the installation and/or maintenance of air filtration systems at schools within AB 617 Communities prioritizing East Los Angeles/Boyle Heights/West Commerce, San Bernardino/Muscoy, Southeast Los Angeles and Wilmington/West Long Beach/Carson. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, August 16, 2024; Recommended for Approval)

  • 6. Establish Special Revenue Fund and Recognize Revenue for Implementation of INVEST CLEAN Program and Reimburse General Fund

    Aaron Katzenstein

    (909) 396-2219
    South Coast AQMD has been awarded up to $499,997,415 from the U.S. EPA Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (CPRG) program to implement the Infrastructure, Vehicles, and Equipment Strategy for Climate, Equity, Air Quality, and National Competitiveness (INVEST CLEAN) program in the Los Angeles – Long Beach – Anaheim and Riverside – San Bernardino – Ontario Metropolitan Statistical Areas. The INVEST CLEAN program will fund deployment of charging infrastructure and zero-emission battery electric Class 8 trucks, last mile delivery vehicles and strategies, cargo handling equipment, and locomotives, along with workforce training and community benefits programs. These actions are to: 1) establish the U.S. EPA CPRG Special Revenue Fund (90); 2) recognize revenue, upon receipt, up to $499,997,415 from U.S. EPA into Fund (90); and 3) reimburse the General Fund up to $24,297,415 from U.S. EPA CPRG Special Revenue Fund (90) for South Coast AQMD administrative expenses. (Reviewed: Technology Committee, August 16, 2024; Recommended for Approval)

  • 7. Adopt Resolution to Recognize Funds and Accept Terms and Fulfill Conditions and Requirements of Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Award from California Department of Transportation and Authorize Executive Officer to Enter into Agreement with California Air Pollution Control Officer's Association

    Michael Krause

    (909) 396-2706
    On July 9, 2024, California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) awarded $450,000 from the Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant to incorporate new transportation measures, new datasets, and additional reporting features, and increase the functionality of California Air Pollution Control Officers Association’s California Emissions Estimator Model and Quantifying GHG Mitigation Measures Handbook. These two tools are currently used by local governments and state agencies throughout California to prepare air quality analyses, which model future transportation behavior and vehicle miles traveled in environmental documents for projects subject to the requirements of CEQA. Caltrans requires a Resolution of the Board in order to release the funds. These actions are to: 1) Adopt the attached Resolution recognizing, upon receipt from the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), up to $450,000 from the Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant into the General Fund (01) and authorizing the Executive Officer to accept the terms and conditions to fulfill the requirements of the Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant; and 2) Authorize the Executive Officer to enter into an agreement with the California Air Pollution Control Officers Association (CAPCOA), a sub-recipient of the funds to be awarded by Caltrans to South Coast AQMD, in an amount not to exceed $450,000 from the General Fund (01), to implement the terms of the Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant.(Reviewed: Mobile Source Committee, August 16, 2024; Recommended for Approval)

  • 8. Authorize Purchase of Microsoft Office 365

    Ron Moskowitz

    (909) 396-3329
    South Coast AQMD uses Microsoft Office 365 for word processing, spreadsheets, email and collaboration. The current Office 365 licensing expires on January 31, 2025. This action is to authorize the purchase of Microsoft Office 365 licenses for a period of three years. Funds for the first year’s purchase are included in Information Management’s FY 2024-25 Budget and will be included in subsequent fiscal year budget requests. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, August 9, 2024; Recommended for Approval) 

  • 9. Transfer and Appropriate Funds and Authorize Sole Source Purchase to Replace Uninterruptable Power Supply System at Diamond Bar Headquarters

    John Olvera

    (909) 396-2309
    South Coast AQMD’s headquarters building requires a replacement to its uninterruptable power supply (UPS) system and equipment. The UPS system maintains and protects South Coast AQMD’s critical information technology data center infrastructure. This action is to transfer and appropriate $224,000 from the Infrastructure Improvement Fund (Fund 02) to Administrative and Human Resources’ FY 2024-25 Budget, Capital Outlays Major Object, and issue a sole source purchase order to Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. to replace the UPS system. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, August 9, 2024; Recommended for Approval)

  • 10. Issue Request for Information and Approve MOUs, Clarified Funding Allocation and Fund Transfer for Miscellaneous and Direct Expenditures Costs in FY 2024-25 as Approved by MSRC


    McCallon

    The MSRC and Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority are seeking Request for Information responses to inform a grant application under the California Transportation Commission’s Trade Corridor Enhancement Program. The MSRC also approved proposed MOUs with the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach and a clarification of their previous funding allocation to Penske Truck Leasing. Additionally, every year the MSRC adopts an Administrative Budget which includes transfer of funds to the South Coast AQMD Budget to cover administrative expenses. At this time, the MSRC seeks Board approval of the MOUs, clarified allocation and fund transfer and authority to release the Request for Information as part of the FYs 2021-24 and 2024-27 Work Programs. (Reviewed: Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee, August 15, 2024; Recommended for Approval)

  • Items 11 through 19 – Information Only/Receive and File


    11. Legislative, Public Affairs and Media Report

    Derrick Alatorre

    (909) 396-3122
    This report highlights the July 2024 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)

  • 12. Hearing Board Report


    Ali

    This reports the actions taken by the Hearing Board during the period of July 1 through July 31, 2024. (No Committee Review)

  • 13. 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 June 1, 2024 through July 31, 2024. An Index of South Coast AQMD Rules is attached with the penalty report. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, August 16, 2024)

  • 14. 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 Coast AQMD between July 1, 2024 and July 31, 2024, and proposed projects for which South Coast AQMD is acting as lead agency pursuant to CEQA. (Reviewed: Mobile Source Committee, August 16, 2024)

  • 15. Rule and Control Measure Forecast

    Sarah Rees

    (909) 396-2856
    This report highlights South Coast AQMD rulemaking activities and public hearings scheduled for 2024. (No Committee Review)

  • 16. Status Report on Regulation XIII – New Source Review

    Jason Aspell

    (909) 396-2491
    This report presents the state and federal Final Determination of Equivalency for January 2022 through December 2022. The report provides information regarding the status of Regulation XIII – New Source Review in meeting state and federal NSR requirements and shows that South Coast AQMD’s NSR program is in final compliance with applicable state and federal requirements from January 2022 through December 2022. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, August 16, 2024)

  • 17. Report of RFQs/RFPs Scheduled for Release in September

    Sujata Jain

    (909) 396-2804
    This report summarizes the RFQs/RFPs for budgeted services over $100,000 scheduled to be released for advertisement for the month of September. (Reviewed: Administrative Committee, August 9, 2024)

  • 18. FY 2023-24 Contract Activity

    Sujata Jain

    (909) 396-2804
    This report lists the number of contracts let during FY 2023-24, the respective dollar amounts, award type, and the authorized contract signatory for South Coast AQMD. This report includes the data provided in the March 1, 2024 report covering contract activity for the first six months of FY 2023-24. (No Committee Review)

  • 19. 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, June 14, 2024)

  • Items 20 through 25 -- Reports for Committees and CARB


    20. Administrative Committee

    Wayne Nastri

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

  • 21. Legislative Committee

    Derrick Alatorre

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

  • 22. Mobile Source Committee

    Sarah Rees

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

  • 23. Stationary Source Committee

    Jason Aspell

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

  • 24. Technology Committee

    Aaron Katzenstein

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

  • STAFF PRESENTATION/BOARD DISCUSSION/RECEIVE AND FILE


    27. 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


    28. Determine That Proposed Rule 1165 – Control of Emissions from Municipal Solid Waste Incinerators, Is Exempt from CEQA and Adopt Rule 1165

    Michael Krause

    (909) 396-2706
    Proposed Rule 1165 (PR 1165) establishes NOx and PM emission limits for municipal solid waste incinerators. PR 1165 reduces NOx and PM emissions by requiring improved emission controls and limits odors and fugitive dust with enhanced housekeeping. Additionally, PR 1165 will include provisions for monitoring, reporting, and recordkeeping. This action is to adopt the Resolution: 1) Determining that the Proposed Rule 1165 – Control of Emissions from Municipal Solid Waste Incinerators, is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act, and 2) Adopting Rule 1165 – Control of Emissions from Municipal Solid Waste Incinerators. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, August 16, 2024)

  • 29. Receive and File 2023 Annual Report on AB 2588 Program and Approve Updates to AB 2588 and Rule 1402 Supplemental Guidelines

    Sarah Rees

    (909) 396-2856
    The Air Toxics "Hot Spots" Information and Assessment Act of 1987 (AB 2588) requires local air pollution control districts to prepare an annual report and present it at a public hearing. This report provides information regarding South Coast AQMD’s implementation of AB 2588 through Rule 1402 – Control of Toxic Air Contaminants from Existing Sources. This annual update describes the various activities including quadrennial emissions reporting and prioritization, preparation and review of Air Toxics Inventory Reports, Health Risk Assessments, Voluntary Risk Reduction Plans, Risk Reduction Plans, and additional South Coast AQMD activities related to air toxics. Staff is also seeking approval of updates to the AB 2588 and Rule 1402 Supplemental Guidelines to provide additional information and clarification. These actions are to receive and file the 2023 Annual Report on the AB 2588 Air Toxics “Hot Spots” Program and approve updates to the AB 2588 and Rule 1402 Supplemental Guidelines. (Reviewed: Stationary Source Committee, June 21, 2024)

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. EPA, United States Court of Appeals, D.C. Circuit, Case No. 19-1241 (consolidated with Union of Concerned Scientists v. NHTSA, No. 19-1230);
  • 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); Baker Commodities, Inc. v. South Coast Air Quality Management District Hearing Board; South Coast Air Quality Management District; South Coast Air Quality Management District Hearing Board Members: Cynthia Verdugo-Peralta, Robert Pearman, Micah Ali, and Allan Bernstein, DPM MBA, in their official capacities only: and 100 Does and Roes, Los Angeles County Superior Court, Case No. 22STCP03597;
  • South Coast Air Quality Management District v. EPA, U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, Case No. 2:23-cv-02646;
  • East Yard Communities for Environmental Justice, et al. v. South Coast Air Quality Management District, the Governing Board of the South Coast Air Quality Management District, the California Air Resources Board, and Does 1 through 25, Inclusive, U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, Case No. 2:23-cv-06682; and
  • Western States Trucking Association, Inc. v. EPA, et al., Unites States Court of Appeals, D.C. Circuit, Case No. 23-1143 (amicus brief).

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 (two 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.


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 [email protected], 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

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

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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.

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909-396-2000

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