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2023-11-07 CC Agenda - Public Communication - MIsc. - South Coast AQMD2023...11 07 CC AOIE:II" [)A ICU Rli::ill....IIC COMMUIVICATIOIN I' IICC. - GOU.U"T1 U COAUS1"' ACIMII::: Re: Public Comment for the Upcoming Meeting of the El Segundo City Council Weaver, Tracy (City Clerk) <tweaver@elsegundo.org> Sun 11/5/2023 9:31 AM To:Brandee Keith <bkeith@aqmd.gov> Cc:ALL ELECTED OFFICIALS<ALLELECTEDOFFICIALS@elsegundo.org>;Harada, Patricia <pharada@elsegundo.org> Hi, This will be posted to the website under the November 7th agenda for the public to view" Tracy Weaver City Clerk Sent from my iPhone On Nov 3, 2023, at 5:31 PM, Brandee Keith <bkeith@aqmd.gov> wrote: Good afternoon, My name is Brandee Keith, with the South Coast AQMD Geographic Outreach Team. I wish to submit the following written updates for the public comment period of the El Segundo City Council Meeting on November 7. Check BefgCgYo.Wrn SCason is n rw y Check Before You Burn season is here again. Each year from November through the end of February, residents of the South Coast Air Basin are asked to check before burning wood in their fireplaces to limit emissions of fine particulate matter (PM2.5). Smoke from residential fireplaces is a significant source of PM2.5 during the winter months. Residents can do their part to improve air quality by choosing not to burn wood when No - Burn Days are announced. A No -Burn Day is a 24-hour ban on wood -burning in residential fireplaces, stoves, or outdoor fire pits in the South Coast Air Basin. South Coast AQMD forecasters call for residential No -Burn Days when PM2.5 is expected to reach elevated levels due to air emissions and stagnant weather conditions. High PM2.5 episodes are most common on calm and cool winter days, especially during holiday periods. Additional pollution from wood burning can turn air quality conditions on No -Burn days to "unhealthy".. For more information, please visit our Check Before You Burn page at hfts:jjtinyurU.carrar'cb,yb2D2B, You can also sign up for alerts at www.airal rt .rang or download our mobile app for notifications. Com hance Assist n e T'rainin,g, L r i Complianc assistance traini, g is provided by South Coast AQMD to enhance understanding of applicable air quality regulations, introduce new control technologies, and assist industry with achieving and maintaining compliance with federal, state and local clean air requirements. Classroom Instruction South Coast AQMD offers a variety of courses that provide participants with the opportunity to interact with South Coast AQMD compliance staff, learn more about existing and upcoming air quality regulations applicable to their industry and resources to assist industry in achieving their clean air goals. Each course is taught by experienced inspectors or other specialists with extensive knowledge of the equipment, processes and regulatory requirements associated with each topic. For more information, please visit our website under Compliance Training, or see our Calendar for upcoming courses. Courses currently being offered by South Coast AQMD include: . Asbestos Demolition & Renovation (Rule 1403) C r "ed_P r qn (Rules 463 &1178) Certified Inspector --Sump and "pia tewater Separators (Rule 1176) Controlling Fugitive Dust (Rule 403 & 403.1) • GasoOine Traj3sfer & Dispensing (Rule 461) Hexavalent. Chromium (Rule 1469) • Combustion Gas Portable Analyzer Training & Certification (Rules 1146, 1146.1 & 1110.2) Employee Transporta 'on Coordinator (ETC) Training (Rule 2202) Due to the popularity of this training, all classes require pre -registration; no walk-in registration is available. Workshops Chip and Grind Operators, Green "waste Food Waste Comp.2sters, and Co- Composters (Rules 1133, 1133.1, 1133.2, 1133.3) South Coast AQMD Ad "sor Newsletter The latest issue of the South Coast A MD Advis er, is out now. Our Oct/Nov/Dec 2023 edition features news and updates from our agency, upcoming deadlines and classes, program info (including our winter Check Before You Burn season), and more. The Advisor can be accessed via our website, under Resources. It's available as a Digital Flipbook and as a PDF file (attached). Please also visit our Advisor Archive Page to view past digital issues. ViaZ. �a l she/her Sr. Public Affairs Specialist, Geographic Outreach Team, South Bay Cities South Coast AQMD Office: 909.396.3952 PLEASE BE ADVISED SOUTH COAST AQMD IS CLOSED ON MONDAYS To report an air quality issue, please call 1-800-CUT SMOG. For asbestos- related inauiries, olease call our asbestos hotline at 909-396-2336. <South Coast AQMD Advisor - Oct -Nov -Dec 2023.pdf> Oct/Nov/Dec 2023 • Volume 30 • Issue 5 SENATOR (RET) DELGADO AND GOVERNOR APPOINTEE KRACOV REAPPOINTED TO THE GOVERNING BOARD hiir Vanessa ssa M-1gado h oz been reappointed to 1he South Coast AQMD Governing Board a- the California Sena€c Rule Commiicc repre,cutative through January 15, 2028. In addition, Governor Gavin Newsom re -appointed environmental and real estate lawyer and moderator Gideon Kracov to the board for a term that expires January 15, 2027. Former state Senator Delgado was first appointed to South Coast AQMD's Governing Board in 2019 as the Senate Rules Committee's representative. In 2021, she was elected Vice Chair of the Governing Board. In January of this year, she became the first Latina Chair of the Governing Board. She is also the founder and President of Azure Development, a real estate development firm. Gideon Kracov joined the Governing Board in 2020 when he was appointed by Governor Newsom. He serves on the agency's Administrative, Finance, Marine Port, and Mobile Source committees and is South Coast AQMD's representative to the California Air Resources Board. He is the former chair of the State Bar of California Environmental Law Section Executive Committee and teaches land use haw at Loyola Law School. The state senate voted unanimously to confirm his rc-appointment. South Coast AQMD's Governing Bourd has 13 members. Ten are elected officials. Of those, four are county supervisors representing Los Angeles. Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties, elected to South Coast AQMD's Board by their Boards of Supervisors. The remaining three board members are appointed by state elected officials: one by the Governor of California, one by the Speaker of the State Assembly and one by the State Senate Rules Committee. For more information on each member, please visit our Governing Board members webpage at: ktt, _ _ , i € i a it - . art c 3_i. l` _ 2 , =r.tJ ._. SOUTH COAST AQMD AWARDED $76 MILLION FORA FIRST OF -ITS -KIND ZERO -EMISSION FUEL CELL TRAIN S oath Coast AQMD has been awarded roughly $76 million by the California State Transportation Agency (CaISTA) for zero -emission projects that will help transform the goods movement sector in the San Pedro Bay Port corridor. More than 80% of air pollution in Southern California is associated with mobile sources including trucks, trains, planes. and ocean-going vessels,As such, transitioning to zero emission technologies is essential to reducing air pollution. The projects developed by this funding will create 7.600 jobs and reduce 1.7 tons of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) and 632 tons of Nitrogen Oxides (NOx)—a precursor to sniog. California. The project will also install 376 Direct Current Fast Chargers and 19 hydrogen refueling dispensers- across seven locations for trucks used for goods movement. This project will increase throughput to California ports by demonstrating a locomotive that can haul 50 percent more freight per locomotive and deploy additional raster charging options for more than 2.100 zero -emission trucks, allowing more time to be spent on moving freight instead of recharging. South Coast AQMD is working with Wabtec Corporation and Prologis Mobility to deliver the Fuel cell train and supporting infrastructure by 2027 and then demonstrate it for 12 months. focused an the statewide goal of 100% zero -emissions in the transportation sector in part by facilitating and managing public and private partnerships. The Port and Freight Infrastructure (PFI) Program seeks to improve the capacity, safety, efficiency, and resiliency of goods movement to, from and through California's maritime ports. PFI aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, air pollution, and negative economic impacts and improve public health for the many environmental justice communities adjacent to the corridors and facilities used for goods movement, while promoting high -road port, freight, and construction sector jobs. The 2022 Air Quality Management South Coast AQMD will use the more Plan (AQMP) shows that to achieve For more information on the Port and than $76 million in CaISTA's Port federal air quality standards, we need Freight Infrastructure Program, visit and Freight Infrastructure Program to transition rapidly to zcro-emission ,_1 a to demonstrate one first -of -its -kind technologies in the goods movement _ hydrogen fuel cell locomotive that sector to reduce PM2.5 and NOx will operate in and around Southern emissions. South Coast AQMD is 2 SIX ZERO -EMISSION ON -DEMAND TRANSIT PROJECTS FUNDED TO INCREASE TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS FOR LOCAL RESIDENTS T- x h€ pring.the Mribil Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Commiucc iMSRCt awarded more tltan $1.9 > a_aliaon for za une.v:ruv.c PrrrJ'ecvs that will deliver zero -emission on demand, nexible services to communities within the South Coast region. These projects will bring technology -enabled, shared mobility strategies to fill the gap between traditional "fixed -route" transit and "ride huiling technology" to increase transportation options for residents. The zero -omission vehicles will accommodate at least four passengers per vehicle (in addition to the driver). The vehicles must also comply with applicable Americans with Disabilities Act, Department of Transportation, and Department of Motor Vehicles requirements. The six funded projects include: OmniRide Bloomington Microtransit Service Expansion (Omnitrans) — Omnitrans will purchase two zero -emission vans to increase the service hours and offer service on Sundays. Circuit Transit Shared Mobility (City of Seal Beach) — The City will partner with Circuit Transit to deploy three Waev GEM e6 vehicles to transport residents and tourists to many of the City's most visited areas including the pier, the beach, City Hall, and Main Street. Circuit Transit Rideshare Program (City of Huntington Beach) —The City will expand its existing microtransit service area to transport passengers who request a ride through their app. Old Towne Orange Microtransit Service (Anaheim Transportation Network) — ATN, in partnership with the City of Orange, will launch a new on -demand microtransit service utilizing 10 Waev GEM e6 zero -emission vehicles around a one -mile radius of the Old Towne Orange Plaza. GTrans Microtransit Service (City of Gardena) —The City will purchase two zero -emission vehicles to add to its current fleet and deploy a new technology platform to provide on -demand trips within defined service zones. Circuit Transit Mobility Expansion Program (City of Long Beach) — The City will add six new Waev GEM e6 zero -emission vehicles to connect the Downtown and Belmont Shore zones into one cohesive coverage area. With these projects, the MSRC aims to target communities that will most directly benefit from this type of mobility opportunity. This includes areas where microtransit can be directly integrated into other transit systems — complementing tran where deploying tru fixed -route service c not be ideal — as we areas where traditioi fixed -route transit does not currently meet the needs of residents. Several of these projects will launch later this year. Under AB 2766, a $4 per vehicle surcharge is received on annul registration fees, wh is distributed to Sou Coast AQMD for pr - monitoring, enforcement, and technical studies to help reduce air pollution. Thirty cents of every dollar collected isplaced in a discretionary account to implement or monitor programs to reduce motor vehicle all pollution. To determine which projects are funded by the Discretionary Fund, the MSRC was created to evaluate programs and make final recommendations to the South Coast AQMD Governing Board. For more information on the MSRC visit SOUTH COAST AQMD LAUNCHES NEW ENFORCEMENT OVER 600 PARTICIPANTS ATTENDED INITIATIVE TO ADDRESS NONCOMPLIANT WAREHOUSES _ =, _ THE 9TH ANNUAL E1 CONFERENCE he South Cost AQMD lifts announc-cd an enforcement initiative to bring warehouses into compliance with its Warehouse Indirect Source Rule (Rule 2305). About 55 i of warehouses that are required to provide information reports on the actions they took in the first year have yet to do so. Overall, about 51 0 of warehouses r (9 0l es are currently out Y of compliance. Violators of air quality rules can face civil penalties of up to $11,710 per day ofnoncompliance based on a strict liability standard. In May 2021, the agency's Governing Board passed the Warehouse Indirect Source Rule, which requires warehouses greater than 100,000 square feet to take actions to reduce nitrogen oxide (NOx) and diesel particulate matter (PM) emissions, or to otherwise limit exposures to air pollution in nearby communities. Since 2021, South Coast AQMD has been identifying and reaching out to warehouses, providing them with information. training. and assistance to ensure compliance with the rule. In September, the agency issued a compliance advisor, to warehouse owners and operators advising them of rule requirements and deadlines. South Coast AQMD's enforcement team is preparing to issue notices of violation that can result in daily penalties and further legal action. The agency will first focus on warehouses located in Environmental Justice communities. Warehouses arc a key destination for heavy-duty trucks and have other sources of emissions like cargo handling equipment, all of which contribute to local pollution. Emissions from sources associated with warehouses account for almost as much NOx emissions as all of the refineries, power plants, and other stationary sources in the South Coast Air Basin combined. Those living within a hall mile of warehouses are more likely to include communities of color, have higher rates of asthma and heart attacks, and must endure a greater environmental burden. The rule is expected to reduce smog -forming emissions by 10-15 percent tYom warehouse -related sources. The mile requires warehouse operators to earn a specified number of points annually by completing actions including acquiring and using natural gas near zero and/or zero -emission on -road trucks, zero -emission cargo handling equipment, solar panels, or zero-cmission charging and fueling infrastructure. Warehouse operators or owners can alternatively prepare and implement a custom plan specific to their site or choose to pay a mitigation fee. Mitigation fees will be used to purchase cleaner trucks and charging/ fueling infrastructure in communities near the warehouse that paid the fee. NOMINATIONS FOR THE 34TH ANNUAL CLEAN AIR AWARDS ARE OPENING SOON! :)n ' day, ""' 5. 2024, Soutlt Coo A0113 will host the 34nh Annual Clean Air Aw trt .1 - annual event honors those who have nuid art . landing contributions to reduce air pollution and improve the health of our communities and the economy. Nominations are opening soon to the public, There is no cost to make a nomination. The Clean Air Awards feature six award categories including: S. Roy Wilson Award for Leadership in Government - This award recognizes exceptional leadership in government in support or clean air through practical and innovative strategies. Robert M. Zweig, M.D. Memorial Award - This award is For more information visit: presented in recognition of a Medical or Doctor of Philosophy who demonstrates a deep commitment to improving public health in relation to air pollution, NEW RULEMAKING AND INCENTIVES SEEK TO REDUCE EMISSIONS IN COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS South Coast AQMD remains in extreme nonattainment for the federal ozone standard and is working to improve air quality through the adoption of the 2022 Air Quality Management Plan, which seeks to require zero cmission technologies wherever feasible. On August 4th. South Coast AQMD adopted Rule 1 153,1, which includes the first zero -emission limits on certain commercial foot) ovens. Current rulemaking is assessing feasibility of zero -emission technology for Over 60 cities across California are considering or have adopted ordinances that support zero -emission appliances, and the California Air Resources Board has commenced rulemaking to assess the feasibility ofzero-emission 4 appliances, Currently, consumers can choose healthier zero -emission appliances for space and water healing, clothes drying, and other applications that improve indoor and ambient air quality. The federal Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) rebates anticipated to be administered by California in 2024 will apply to appliances such as heat pumps for space and water heating and clothes drying. with increased focus on low- and moderate -income households.., Cl1 for heat pumps are available state-wide, and wiht alrtiianres. South Coast AQMD is designing it new rebate program to incentivize zero -emission space and water heating in the region.. In addition to health. other benefits of zero -emission appliances include Ilk safety and convenience, For example, - induction cooktops which do not have an open flame are easier to clean, are not hot to the touch, and don't require large hoods or funs. Zero -emission options can also be affordable for consumers, with __ -€: Aci cnpa anhted to include up to $840 for the purchase of electric stoves, cooktops, ranges, or ovens. The availability of zero-cmission options provides consumers opportunities to choose hcallhicr appliances for their homes, improving indoor air quality and helping clean the air we breathe, Dr. William A. Burke Award for Leadership in Environmental Justice - This award recognizes an individual or organization that demonstrates leadership and fortitude to stand for diversity and inclusion, improving air quality and the quality of life for environmental justice communities. John J. and Ben J. Benoit Award for Innovative Clean Air Technology - This award recognizes outstanding efforts of an individual, organization, or company whose technological solutions have led to air quality improvements. Leadership in Air Quality - This award is presented to an individual or entity whose commitment to air quality and suslainability, exceeds local, slate, and/or federal requirements. Young Leadership in Air Quality - This award honors outstanding efforts by an individual aged 25 or younger with a passion and commitment to help improve air quality_ For more information on the awards and to submit a nomination, visit - ��25 a Nom _ _.. oath Coast AQMD hosted €hegth Annual Environmental Justice Conference: Building a Clean Air Future T co c t t the iv . i o _ ergd_ Convention Center on Fhcr.ahR Wednesday, September 13, with over 208 guests in attendance and 443 virtual attendees. The conference included a conversation with Chair Delgado and Dr. Jalonne L. White -Newsome, Senior Director for Environmental Justice at the White House Council on Environmental Quality, and Assemblymember Eduardo Garcia, 36th District, as the keynote speaker, The conference included simultaneous breakout sessions entitled "Empowering Overburdened Communities: Bridging the Gap for Environmental Justice and Unlocking Green Opportunities: Job Training and Education for Environmental Policy," and plenary session "Building a Collaborative Path to Environmental Justice: Community, Technology, and Partnerships. HOW TO REPORT AN Is AIR QUALITY COMPLAINT Call1-800-CUT-SMOG (1-BOO-288-7664) Visit www.AQMD.gov/Complaints DUsing the South Coast AQMD Mobile App J _ Date and time of the air quality event Type of air quality event (odors, dust, asbestos, smoke, eta) 0 Odor description (gas, chemical, rotten eggs or other familiar odor) Address or location of suspected source @SoulhCoastAQMD Download the aapp here —► On July 141h, South Coast AQMD, IQAir Foundation (IQAir), and the Los Angeles County and Orange County chapters of the American Red Cross (ARC) delivered 183 air purifiers to ARC's warehouse in Bell, California. In the event of adverse air quality from wildfires, these HealthPro Plus air purifiers will be deployed to temporary clean air centers in the South Coast Air Basin, which will also be equipped with cots. blankets. wildfire kits, and medical caches for immediate healthcare needs for impacted residents. The air purifiers are certified to filler 99.5% of particle pollutants (including bacteria and viruses) down to 0.003 microns in diameter, ensuring clean air in these centers. This project is part of the California Air Resources Board's AB 836 Wildfire Smoke Clean Air Centers for Vulnerable Populations Incentive Pilot Program, a statewide program that creates a network of clean air centers (luring wildfire events in vulnerable communities_ Air purifiers provide a comprehensive approach to humanitarian aid and relief to residents during wildfire events, The partnership between South Coast AQMD, IQAir and ARC shows that effective disaster management requires an emphasis on comfort and health, as well as safety measures. As wildfires continue to occur with increased frequency, vulnerable populations will require continued protection and care. i .ego empmyers are suolec( to tcme LIVI anu must implement an emission reduction program to reduce emissions front employee commute trips. On -road motor vehicles, including cars, trucks, and buses, represent one of the largest sources of air pollution in the South Coast Air Basin. Vehicle omissions from exhaust contribute to unhealthful levels of ozone, particulate matter, and toxic air contaminants. To protect public health, Assembly Bill 2766, also known as the Motor Vehicle Subvention Fund Program was adopted in 1990. The goal of the bill was to provide a revenue stream for programs to reduce air pollution from motor vehicles and for related planning, monitoring, enforcement, and technical studies. About 162 cities/counties in the South Coast AQMD are participating in the AB 2766 Subvention Program to reduce emissions from motor vehicles. AB 2766 revenue is distributed by the South Coast AQMD on a quarterly basis to the participating cities and counties in the South Coast Air Basin based on a prorated share of theit°population.TheTransportation Programs Unit serves as a resource to cities and counties by providing guidance in project identification, development, quantification. and reporting. For a list of transportation program resources, visit::,,i`- t HK _-M_- YOU U BURN NECK BUGH U Y BUN SEASON -- L Novcmbcr I st marks the start of the 12th Annual Check Before You Burn season, South Coast AQMD's fall and winter program to educate residents about the hazards of wood smoke. The program prohibits burning firewood in a fireplace, stove, or outdoor pit on No -Burn Days, when unhealthy air quality is forecast. From November through the end of February, residents are asked to check before burning wood in their fireplaces to limit emissions of fine particle pollution (PM2.5). In 2022, South Coast AQMD declared 10 No -Burn days across the South Coast Air Basin, which was it significant decrease front the 35 No -Burn days in 2021. South Coast AQMD forecasters call for residential No -Burn Days when PM2.5 is expected to reach elevated levels due to air emissions and stagnant weather conditions. High PM2,5 episodes are most common on calm and cool winter days. especially during holiday periods. Additional pollution from wood burning is more likely to create unhealthy air quality conditions on No -Burn Days - Short -term exposure to PM2,5 can cause throat and eye irritation, aggravate asthma, and trigger other respiratory or cardiovascular health problems Prolonged exposure to high levels of PM2.5 may increase the risk of strokes, heart attacks, and cancels. Young children, older adults, pregnant people, and people with lung or heart diseases are especially vulnerable to the health effects of PM2.5. Burning wood contributes to poor indoor air quality and poor air quality in the surrounding neighborhood. For more information on the Check Before You Burn Program, please visit Residents can sign up for email or text notifications of No -Burn Days at 3 ;. ,-A, u _ With Check Before You Burn season starting, South Coast AQMD reminds residents to do their part in reducing particulate pollution and smoke. Try one of these festive alternative ways to enjoy your holiday hearth without burning wood this season: Decorative wood logs — A stack of cleverly arranged decorative wood logs to fill your fireplace gives any room a rustic, welcoming feel, and they lend themselves perfectly to the space. Pillar candles — Candlcs are a lovely and very ` adaptable means to keep the flame in your hearth without contributing to smoke and particulate pollution. Rest your festive candles on pedestals of various heights to bring visual charm and interest to the arrangement. 0yElectric candles —Growing in popularity for in -home decorative use! Rest assured there are no emissions with this flame -free alternative. The options to match holiday d6cor are endless for styles, colors, and elegant arrangements, including rustic lanterns. Holiday blooms — Place festive arrangements of your favorite holiday flowers such as lilies, orchids, poinsettias. holly, and ivy to create a vibrant and beautiful picture framed in your fireplace. Just remember to choose pet -friendly flora if you have animals or choose fabricated options to last all season. Screens - Choose a festive or vintage fireplace screen, either on its own or paired with one of these other _ options, to bring a new touch of personality to your fireplace for the holidays (and even throughout the year!). LED Lights— Fill your hearth with charming strings of warm color LED lights for a bit of magical charm and sparkle. For more information on South CoastAQMD's Check Before You Burn Program, visit he AB 617 "ram continue., to work toward the improvvnient oftiercloality and publie health in ovicerbunIcned. environmental Justice. communities. The community -based program brings together residents, health and environmental organizations, government agencies, and other stakeholders to form Community Steering Committees (CSCs) to develop and implement plans to help reduce air pollution. Are Awairy, Equity, andInclusion with CommuniryAi ftrams team visitthe Whningm¢ Carson, Nest long Beach CommunityinSeptember. These plans are known as the Community Emission Reduction Plans (CERPs) and Community Air Monitoring Plans (CAMPS). The CERPs focus on community - identified air quality priorities and the CAMPS provide strategies for air quality monitoring that are unique to that community. All six AB 617 communities within the South Coast AQMD jurisdiction are currently in the implementation phase of the CERP and CAMP plans. The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) team created a new initiative called Critical Community Conversations for Purposeful Outreach (C3PO). For the next six months, on the fourth Wednesday of each month, the entire AB 617 team will visit each of the AB 617 communities to network and engage with members of the CSCs within their neighborhoods. Staff will participate in tours facilitated by CSC members to observe the DE1 issues and concerns of the community. Upcoming meetings for each of the CSCs include: • East Los Angeles, Boyle Heights, West Commerce (ELABHWC) — October 5, 4-6 p.m. • Eastern Coachella Valley (ECV) — October 19, 5-7 p.m. • San Bernardino. Muscoy (SBM) — October 26, 6-8 p.m. • Wilmington, Carson West Long Beach (WCWLB)— November 2, 2-4 p,m. • Southeast Los Angeles (SELA) — November 16, 4-6 p.m- • South Los Angeles (SLA) — December 7, 4-6 p.m. South Coast AQMD will continue to work with CSC members and co -lead organizations throughout the implementation process and will hold quarterly meetings to update the community on the progress of the CERPs and CAMPS. For more information on the AB 617 program or meeting schedules, visit Laj i ,J,6 1 7. SOUTH COAST AQMD AWARDS $1.1 MILLION TO PROVIDE AIR FILTRATION UNITS TO PRIVATE SCHOOLS IN AB 617 COMMUNITIES S oath Coast AQMD is providing up to $1.1 million in incentive funds to install and maintain air filtration units al over 200 private K-12 schools and private daycares, including preschools within AB 617 Communities. AB 617 was signed into California law in July 2017 and focuses on addressing local air pollution impacts in select environmental justice communities. These communities include Eastern Coachella Valley; East Los Angeles, Boyle Heights, West Commerce; San Bernardino, Muscoy; Southeast Los Angeles; South Los Angcles: and Wilmington, Carson. West Long Beach. Installations are expected to continue through Fall 2023. Selected private schools and daycares will receive one or more high -efficiency particulate air (HEPA) air filtration units and five years of replacement filters. These air filtration units reduce children's exposure to fine particulate matter (PM) and toxic diesel Particulate Matter (DPM) air pollutants while indoors, The project is funded by a California Air Resources Board (GARB) Supplemental Environmental Project (SEP). SEPs are community -based projects funded by penalties resulting from the settlement of enforcement actions. South Coast AQMD accepted applications from private K-12 schools and daycares in Summer 2022 for air filtration units and notified selected schools in January 2023. Additional projects are underway to provide air filtration within public schools in many communities in the South Coast Basin. In addition, South Coast AQMD staff is committed to working with communities and CARB to identify future opportunities for air filtration funding. For more information about air filtration and other funding opportunities in AB 617 Communities, visit I The following is a reminder of upcoming South Coast AQMD compliance deadlines, New rules and regulations maybe adopted, and rurrent rules maybe amended or rescinde throughout the year. Such decisions may impact your business.. For the most current rule information, visit South Coast AQMD's Rule Book at :,,a s , i:- ni-wr,F. or call 1-800-CUT-SMOG. For more information, seethe South Coast AQMD rules at the links below. Rule 11101: Emissions from Gaseous and Liquid Fueled Engines Rule 1110.2 reduces NOx. CO, and VO(s from engines. Any engine installed on or after January 1, 2024 shall (amply with tfre leoft ho Tabk JVttfthen . Rule 1134: Emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen from Stat onvir Gras tarp nes On a A Aftu Jarassry 1, 2024, the owner or operator of a stationary gas turbines rated at 0.3 megawatt or larger shall not operate the unit in a manner that exceeds the emissions limits listed in Table I of the rule. The NOx emission limits in Table I shall not apply during tuning periods or startup and shutdown periods Rule 1135: Emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen from Electricity Generating Facilities The owner or operator of an electdcity generating facility shall not operate a boiler or gas turbine in a manner that exceeds the NOx emission limits listed in Table 1 of Rate 1135 by January 1, 2024, Owners or operators of electricity generating facilities located on Santa Catalina Island with diesel internal combustion engines shall meet a mass emisslon limit from all electric generating units of 50 tons of NOx annually by January 1, 2024. Rule 1147: NOx Reductions from Miscellaneous Sources An owner or operator of a Facility with five or more units electing to comply with the multiple unit Implementation schedule pursuant to Table 4, shall submit permit applications by the permit application submittal deadllne specified in Table 4 to comply with the applicable NOx and CO emission limits in Table 2 or decommission the unit. Table 4 has permit application submittal deadline of July 1 2024 \ RULE UPDATE""""' art oded ttdns and mw".trsa are tenlatr Jr uheduled fvr heusngs at upcom rsq [ erring Board u1 11ngs in 2OZ3 To venty wfiether schedufrng (hamsscurc€d ws t South Caa51 AQ4i sv to g nk$i Js. n)_�.c €:eck thv f4ui? anel Cart Measure cocas. i ern on \ _' the most recent Governing Board meeting agenda, or call the Clerk of the Board's Office d at (909) 396.2500. Copies of South Coast AQMD rules and regulations can be downloaded PR = Proposed Rule PAR = Proposed Amended Rule/Regulation from the website at sv: �d me ulr c� olr� r e r s +qok or obtained from the Public Information Center at (909) 396-2039. Rule 1460: Control of Particulate Emissions from Metal Recycling and Shredding operations No later ihanJanuary 15, 2024, and no later than January 15 of my ye-ar untRafter,theowneroroperatorofa Metal RecydIng Facility or Metal Shredding Facility shall submit, the information required: (A) Facility location address and mailing address (B) Facility legal owner(s), telephone number, email address, and mailing address (C) Site manager, email address, and telephone number (D) Facility Throughput range (E) Installation of new or additional torch cutting equipment (Fl Whether a new or additional sensitive receptor is located within 100 meters of facility boundary (G) Whel her a sensitive receptor previously located within 100 meters of the facility boundary closes or relocates beyond 100 meters of the faclllty boundary. €r arils-? UPCOMING RILE COMPLIANCE PROMOTION CLASSES (lasses are conducted online via Zoom. Preregistration Is required- (lass schedules are subject to change. Rule 403 - Dust Control In the South Coast Air Basin Training • Every third Wednesday of the month, January through November. There are no courses held in December. This half -day course is presented via Zoom Meeting from 9 00 a.m. to 11 30 a.m- There is no fee vsi 1 s t'gfir Toreg' e-mad Rule 403Ar403.1: Dust Control in the Coachella ValleyTraining • Every third Thursday of the month, January through November,1:00 p.m. to 4:30 P.m There is no fee. There are no courses held in December. Visit,, :c _c s_. To register, e-mail or fax request to (909) 396-2608. Rule 1: Gasoline TratssferaadDispensing Training Daily Maintenance Inspection - Reglstrallon Fees: $197.59 March 1, 2024 June 7, 2024 Periodic Compliance Inspection - Registration Fees: $216 25 October 13, 2023 March B, 2024 June 14, 2024 10 Vapor Recovery System Tester Orlentatlon-Registratlon Fees: $205.59 October 20, 2023 March 15, 2024 June 21, 2024 The Zoom Claud Meetings app must be installed on your device or Google Chrome must be used as the web browser to connect and attend the class. (heck -In time Is &00 am, t4 930 a m. Visit n C 2s: s, -' (el for class and registration information. Contact Rule 461 Assistance at (909) 396-3546. or email J _ _for add itionalinformation ., Rik1403 AstsestasDemAtionand Renovation Compliance Training October 11, 2023 December 6, 2023 This half -day class, from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, will be conducted via webinar (including standard phone access for those without access to a computer or smart phone). Registration is required. The fee is $107.53 per person, except as noted. WntMi- t? L�on -'to register or contact the Asbestos Hotline at (909) 396-2336 for more Information. Rule 1469: Nexavalent Chromium Training Certmation 2023 Dates TBD This half -day course is presented via Zoom Webinar from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Pre-reglstradon is required. The class fee is $42.67 per person, due prior to the dale of the class. The Zoom Cloud Meetings app must be installed on your device orGoogle Chrome must he used as the web browser to conned and attend the class. To register and for fee information visit --r 3_, n,c £t,_r ,::3 S' rr r t ,- 1 .. or call (909) 396-2338 for more information. Rule 2202: Employee Transportation Coordinator (ETC) Training October 17 and 19 November 7 and 9 November 14 and 16 December 5 and 7 Each class is two days in length (Tuesday and Thursday). Classes are conducted online via Zoom from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Registration fee is $222.98 per person. Enrollment is limited. Early registration is recommended. For more information contact the ETC Coordinator at (909) 396-2777, or visit _FIwA- ; Vrm sL a iir r Z?- register, e-mail K21q,, or call (909) 396-2777. 1110.3: Emissions from Linear Generators 1110.2: Emissions from Gaseous - and Liquid -Fueled Engines Proposed Rule 1110.3 will establish emission standards and requirements for the linear generators. Rule 1110.2 will need to be amended to remove existing provisions for linear generators Contact: Michael Morris at rnrri€m,zagT.d ovor (909) 396-3282 2011: Requirements for Monitoring, Reporting, and Recordkeeping for Oxides of Sulfur (SOx) Emissions 2012: Requirements for Monitoring, Reporting, and Recordkeeping for Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx) Emissions Proposed Amended Rules 2011 and 2012 will allow the SOx and NOx, respectively, Continuous Emission Monitoring System (CEMS) to shutdown when the combustion source for which the CEMS is monitoring is scheduled to be shutdown for an extended period of time. Contact Michael Morris at or (909) 396-3282. 1405: Control of Ethylene Oxide Emissions from Sterilization and Related Operations Amendments needed to address ethylene oxide emissions from sterilization of medical equipment. Contact: Kalam Cheung at kO .rr �gQx or (909) 396) 396-3281. 1118: Control of Emissions from Refinery Flares PAR 1118 will seek to incorporate provisions to further reduce flaring at refineries, for clean service flares, and facility thresholds. Other amendments to improve clarity and to remove obsolete provisions. Contact: Heather Farr at � . oy or (909) 396 3672. 1135: Emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen from Electricity Generating Facilities PAR 1135 will modify provisions for electricity generating units at Santa Catalina Island to reflect a revised BARCT assessment. Contact: Michael Morris at mor �or (909)396-3282 1146.2: Emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen from Large Water Heaters and Sma11 BoHers and Process Heaters PAR 1146.2 will update the NOx emission limits to reflect BARCT. Other provisions may be added to facilitate the deployment of zero - emission units regulated under the proposed amended rule. Contact: Heather Farr at aqa d _� or ()396-3672. 1148.1: Oil and Gas Production Wells Proposed Amendments to Rule 1148.1 may be needed to further reduce emissions From operations, implement early leak detection, odor minimization plans, and enhanced emissions and chemical reporting from oil and drilling sites. Contact: Michael Morris at rr'I'Irrt= ?crud t� or (909)396-3282. 1159.1: Control of NOx Emissions from Nitric Acid Tanks PR 1159.1 will establish requirements to reduce NOx emissions from nitric acid units that will apply to RECLAIM, former RECLAIM, and non -RECLAIM facilities. Contact: Kalam Cheung at or (909) 396-3281. 1180: Petroleum Refinery and Related Operations Fenceline and Community Air Monitoring Rule 1180 will be amended to consider expanding the target list of compounds to include compounds identified in the OEHHA's updated priority list published in 2019. Contact: Heather Farr at _ = or (909) 396-3672. 111103- OtherfeticeHne and Community Monitoring PR 1180.1 will establish fenceline and community monitoring requirements for non -petroleum refineries and facilities that are not currently included in Rule 1180 - Refinery Fenceline and Community Air Monitoring. Contact: Heather Farr at nfa .`z [T� tit Or (909) 396-3672. Regulation XIII: New Source Review PAR XIII will revise New,Source Review provisions to address facilities that are transitioning from RECLAIM to a command - and -control regulatory structure and to address comments from U.S. EPA. Additional rules under Regulation XIII may be needed to address offsets and other provisions under Regulation XIII. Contact: Michael Morris at tomorr.M1 r=alrn(fgoxor (909)396-3282. Regulation XH:RECLAIM PAR XX will address the transition of NOx RECLAIM facilities to a command -and -control regulatory structure. Contact: Michael Morris at s _uor (909) 396-3282. 2306: New Intermodal Railyard Indirect Source Rule PR 2306 will establish requirements for new intermodal railyards to minimize emissions from indirect sources associated with new railyards. Contact: Elaine Shen at or (909) 396-2715. 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