November 17, 1995

South Coast Air Quality

Management District Board

This report highlights South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) rulemaking activity for 1995 and beyond. An update of VOC RECLAIM and other major rulemaking activities is provided below.

The VOC RECLAIM Steering Committee meeting was held on October 19, 1995. A public workshop on the Technology Assessment Report is scheduled for November 9, 1995 at 9:00 A.M. in the Auditorium.

The AQMD has been working with EPA and industry to develop Proposed Rule 518.2 - Alternative Operating Conditions. This rule will establish procedures by which a Title V facility that needs a variance may obtain an Alternative Operating Condition that would be recognized by EPA. A Public Workshop was held on October 16 to receive input on the proposal. The Public Hearing is scheduled for December.

Commencing with the January, 1996, Rule Forecast Report, included will be a calendar of rule related workshops. Although not all inclusive, the calendar will highlight proposed workshops scheduled for the proceeding month.

Persons with any questions regarding the dates listed herein should call (909) 396-2436.

THEREFORE, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT YOUR BOARD

--Receive and file the attached report.

Respectfully,

James M. Lents, Ph.D.

Executive Officer

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