INITIATIVE

ACTIVITY

1. Town Hall Meetings

• An Outreach 2000 Meeting was held on Nov. 16, 1999 to receive input from business and community-based organizations on ways to simplify the MATES II information as we begin the next phase of the Town Hall meetings. Also discussed were ways to reach a broader audience and tools to use to make the information relevant to both the community and businesses. The first Town Hall Meeting, to report on the MATES II findings, is tentatively scheduled for Thursday, January 20, 2000 in Anaheim.

2. Ambient Monitoring of Air Toxics

MATES-II and Microscale Study:

• Completed. Draft Final MATES II Report presented at November Governing Board meeting. There is a 90-day comment period. The final report will be presented to the Governing Board at their February 2000 meeting.

3. Community Response Teams

• Alhambra
Community is requesting a permit appeal hearing for Wondries Collision Center. A legal briefing schedule has been set and a Public Hearing tentatively scheduled for January 18, 2000.

• CENCO Refining Company
AQMD staff will ask the Hearing Board to extend the Order of Abatement for CENCO Refinery for another year. Public notices have been sent to residents surrounding the facility.

• LAX - Inglewood/Lennox
To identify sites for expanded air monitoring, 23,000 postcards were mailed on December 1, 1999 to area residents. AQMD staff to participate in a joint committee with USEPA, Federal Aviation Administration, California Air Resources Board and the City of Inglewood to look at the health effects of aircraft pollution.

4. CEQA Commenting

Commenting
• Reporting Period: November 1, - November 30, 1999
Number of CEQA documents received:                   59
Number of requests to AQMD for document review:   0
Number of documents to receive AQMD comments:  30
Number of comment letters sent out this reporting
 period:                                                            17

7. Diesel Fuel Clean- Up Incentives

Support Funding Incentives
• The Carl Moyer Air Quality Incentive Program, is progressing. Another AQMD RFP for the Moyer Program was released September 10, 1999 with proposals due January 11, 2000.

10. Public Comment,
Rules 1401 and 1402

Public Comment for Rules 1401 & 1402 is on-going.
• Rule 1401 will change as the state updates risk values or adds new chemicals.

• Rule 1402 - Comprehensive amendments are being developed for the March 2000 Board meeting. The Air Toxics Control Plan is tentatively scheduled for the March 2000 Governing Board.

The Following Items are Completed

4. EJ Task Force

Completed.

1. City of Los Angeles Environmental Justice Forum

Completed.

8. Field Inspection
Technology

Completed.

9. Portable Equipment Permitting

Completed.

Date

Location

Description of Activity

11/2

Los Angeles

Spoke with American Lung Association of Los Angeles County regarding their interest in our museum exhibits. They have submitted a formal proposal requesting funding to establish a Clean Air Museum at their facility.

11//2

Los Angeles

Spoke with the Council of African American Parents regarding assisting with in-kind printing of a registration form for a community health fair that will be held in Diamond Bar on February 26, 2000. We will print the flyer and participate as an exhibitor.

11/3

Riverside

Spoke with community member who wanted information on funding requirements for projects submitted to AQMD’s Technology Office. Also provided information on UC Riverside’s CE-CERT program.

11/4

Los Angeles

Spoke with Asthma & Allergy Foundation regarding costs and timeframe associated with manufacturing a mobile health van.

11/10

Los Angeles

Attended California 2000 Conference on Census.

11/16

Out of region

Spoke with Houston Department of Health and Human Services regarding information on our ozone education program. Sent a comprehensive packet including school, public and media information.

11/29

San Bernardino

Participated in Air Quality Index focus group with American Lung Association of Inland Counties.

Events/Conferences Sponsored/Hosted

Participated/Attended

3 / 1

4 / 4

Public Workshops/Notices

Fee Review Requests

5 / 4

1

Date

Location

Description of Activity

11/9

Headquarters

Hosted a 10-member delegation of policymakers from seven southeast Asian countries, participating in a study tour hosted by the U.S.-Asia Environmental Partnership. Met with Public Advisor and Monitoring & Analysis staffs for a general air quality overview and a tour of the lab.

11/16

Headquarters

An earth science lab class from Fullerton College visited with Public Affairs and Monitoring & Analysis staffs for an air quality overview and a tour. Joining them was the Environmental Protection Officer with the Hong Kong Environmental Protection Department, who met with Planning & Policy and Engineering & Compliance staffs on rule development and RECLAIM issues.

11/17

Headquarters

Mr. George Beatty, President of the Commerce Division of the Greater Houston Partnership, met with Public Affairs, Planning & Rule Development and Engineering & Compliance staffs on AQMD's Small Business Assistance, Rule Development and Toxics Reduction programs.

Speaking Requests Received

Presentations (by Public Advisor staff)

3

9

Delegations Hosted

Tours of AQMD Headquarters

3

2

Visitor Transactions

Info Packages Mailed

Calls Received by PIC Staff

Calls to Auto-mated System

Total Phone Calls Received

557

297

472

6,177

6,649

Date

Location

Description of Activity

11/2-30

Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, and Riverside

Provided air quality clearance letters for companies in the cities and areas of: Aliso Viejo, Compton, Corona, Fountain Valley, Hemet, Huntington Beach, Irvine, Jurupa, Laguna Beach, Lancaster, Los Angeles, Mira Loma, North Hollywood, Northridge, Santa Fe Springs, Sun Valley, Temecula, Torrance, and Van Nuys.

11/2

Los Angeles

Dry cleaning facility: Provided this new business a permit application package, advised them of fees and assisted in the completion of forms. Also provided and explained Rule 1421 and issued a clearance letter.

11/2

Los Angeles

Office furniture manufacturer: Assisted company to come into compliance so that Notice of Violation could be settled. Staff visited facility several times and worked with management to obtain compliant spraying equipment and to apply for new permits on spray booths which had been modified.

11/2

San Bernardino

Auto body shop: New owner wanted to do change of ownership on permits for spray booths and prep stations. Staff met with management and advised that in addition to change of ownership, company would have to apply for modifications to two of the spray booths. Assisted with applications.

11/3

Los Angeles

Furniture repair: Start-up facility has a spray booth and furniture stripping equipment without permits, and requested assistance. Staff conducted on-site visit to assist applicant in completing application permits and recordkeeping requirements.

11/3

Orange

Participated in Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Orange County, event: "Business Finance Forum". Exposure of upcoming AQAF to lenders and Small Business Development Centers.

11/3

Los Angeles

Staff provided assistance in completing permit application for sandblasting equipment for local museum.

11/4

Orange

Screen printer: Company recently expanded production and wanted to apply for permits for screen printing machines and ovens which will no longer be exempt. Staff visited facility and assisted in completing applications.

11/4 & 6

Riverside

Participated in "Public Consultation Meeting" to inform and solicit comments from the public and affected industries regarding the proposal to streamline recordkeeping requirements.

11/4

San Bernardino

Out-of-state wood furniture manufacturer: Plans to locate operation in SCAQMD. Referred by Inland Empire Permit Assistance Center. Provided assistance applying for permits.

11/4

Los Angeles

Small dry cleaning facility operating machinery without a valid permit: Conducted an on-site consultation meeting and explained District rules and permitting requirements. Also provided assistance completing permit applications.

11/4

Los Angeles

Auto body shop: Submitted an application for a spray booth. Assisted in filling out application forms and contacted engineer from permitting group to expedite the application under Rule 301 (y).

11/5

Los Angeles

Auto repair and services: Referral from a fire department. Company is still using a solvent-based parts washer. Contacted the company, explained Rule 1171 requirements, and provided a list of water-based products/equipment.

11/5

San Bernardino

Auto body shop: This company received a Notice of Violation and, as part of a settlement with our CPO, was required to attend a Compliance Promotion Class. Staff gave the class at their shop to facilitate hands-on training. Conducted in Spanish.

11/10

Los Angeles

Electrical parts insulation material manufacturer: Planning to relocate. Conducted an on-site consultation and provided assistance in completing equipment relocation permits applications.

11/10

Los Angeles

Pre-stained building siding panels: Facility anticipates being in violation of the new Rule 1104 requirements in Jan. 2000. Conducted an on-site consultation meeting and provided assistance to the company in preparing and completing the petition for a variance.

11/16

Mentor, OH

11/17

Orange

Roofing company: Needed assistance regarding permit issues and was a referral from the District CPO. SBAO staff provided, explained and assisted in the completion of the applications.

11/18

Los Angeles

Nickel/copper plating facility: Provided assistance in explaining the permitting requirement, including BACT, T-BACT and permit application processes for the plating equipment.

11/18

Los Angeles

Office building: High-rise office building requested assistance in permitting expired permits for boilers, fire pumps and emergency generators. Staff provided facility fee information and explained application forms.

11/18

Orange

11/19

Orange

Small dry cleaning facility: Provided assistance in completing a variance petition for a denied application.

11/19

Los Angeles

Construction: New commercial building will include an internal combustion engine serving an emergency fire pump. Staff met with the owner at the L.A. Business Revitalization Center and assisted in the completion of applications.

11/30

Orange

Small dry cleaner: Operating a venting dry cleaning machine in violation of Rule 1421. Provided assistance through the entire hearing proceedings and help obtained a variance.

Date

Location

Description of Activity

11/1

Riverside

Attended Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG) Board Meeting. Discussed the proposed 1999 Amendment to the 1997 Ozone SIP Revision and the release of the MATES II Study results with mayors and council members from Corona, Norco, Temecula, and Moreno Valley, and with WRCOG staff.

11/2

Orange

Attended Orange County Council of Governments Technical Advisory Committee (OCCOG-TAC) Meeting. Discussed the proposed 1999 Amendment to the 1997 Ozone SIP Revision and answered TAC member questions.

11/2

San Bernardino

Attended City of Fontana Council Meeting. Provided staff support for Governing Board Member Leonard Paulitz.

11/2

Los Angeles

Met with City Manager and staff to the City of Pico Rivera to discuss MATES II findings.

11/2

Los Angeles

Met with field staff to Congresswoman Lucille Roybal Allard to discuss MATES II findings.

11/3

San Bernardino

Attended San Bernardino Associated Governments (SANBAG) Board Meeting. Discussed the proposed 1999 Amendment to the 1997 Ozone SIP Revision and the release of the MATES II Study results with mayors and council members from Redlands, Fontana, Upland, Chino, and Rialto, and with SANBAG staff.

11/3

Los Angeles

Met with Supervisor Yvonne Brathwaite Burke and her staff in the Compton field office to discuss the MATES II findings.

11/3

Los Angeles

Participated in meeting with the Compton City Council where presentation was made on MATES II.

11/4

Districtwide

Attended SCAG Implementation and Policy Committees and Regional Council Meetings. Discussed the proposed 1999 Amendment to the 1997 Ozone SIP Revision and the release of the MATES II Study results with mayors and council members present.

11/4

Orange

Attended Orange County Division - League of California Cities General Membership and City Selection Committee Meetings. Discussed the proposed 1999 Amendment to the 1997 Ozone SIP Revision and the release of the MATES II Study results with mayors and council members from Placentia, Brea, Fullerton, Anaheim, Yorba Linda, Los Alamitos, and Fountain Valley.

11/4

Los Angeles

Met with Board Member Hal Bernson to discuss MATES II outreach.

11/4

Los Angeles

Attended League of California Cities meeting in City of Commerce. Distributed MATES II Overview to League members.

11/5

Los Angeles

Met with Assistant Director of Community Development/Redevelopment for the City of Huntington Park to discuss MATES II findings.

11/5

Los Angeles

Met with Fire Chief for City of Compton to discuss the MATES II findings.

11/5

Los Angeles

Met with the President of the Los Angeles Division, League of California Cities and Councilmember for the City of Pico Rivera to discuss the MATES II findings.

11/5

Los Angeles

Met with Chief of Staff to Congresswoman Grace Napolitano to discuss the MATES II findings.

11/5

Los Angeles

Met with Assistant Chief of Staff to Supervisor Yvonne Brathwaite Burke to discuss the MATES II findings.

11/5

Los Angeles

Met with Mayor for City of Pico Rivera to discuss the MATES II findings.

11/8

San Bernardino

Attended and participated in the Baldy View Public/Private Coalition (CLOUT) Alameda Corridor East Committee Meeting. Discussed plans and strategies for lobbying both the state and federal legislatures for support and funding for the project.

11/8

Riverside

Attended Riverside County Division - League of California Cities General Membership Meeting. Discussed the proposed 1999 Amendment to the 1997 Ozone SIP Revision and the MATES II Study results with mayors, council members and staff from Palm Desert, Cathedral City, Palm Springs, Riverside, La Quinta, Hemet, and Rancho Mirage.

11/9

Orange

Attended Orange County Council of Governments Executive Management Committee (OCCOG-EMC) Meeting. Discussed and answered questions about the proposed 1999 Amendment to the 1997 Ozone SIP Revision with the committee members and staff present.

11/9

Los Angeles

Attended Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Meeting. Supervisors Yvonne Brathwaite Burke and Michael Antonovich sponsored a resolution that calls for a multi-agency task force to establish mitigation measures to reduce the amount of toxic air contaminants in Los Angeles County (MATES II).

11/10

Los Angeles

Attended CENCO Community Meeting called by Norwalk City Councilmember Rudy Bermudez at the Norwalk City Sports Complex. A representative from CENCO gave a brief presentation to community members who live in the neighborhood near the facility.

11/10

Los Angeles

Spoke with staff from the City of Pico Rivera about the MATES II study and findings.

11/12

Los Angeles

Staff gave presentation to Congressman Steve Kuykendall on air monitoring efforts.

11/16

San Bernardino

Attended Ontario City Council Meeting. Provided staff support for Governing Board Member Leonard Paulitz.

11/16

Los Angeles

Attended Los Angeles City Council Meeting where Councilmembers Hal Bernson and Michael Feuer made a motion that pertained to air quality. The motion calls for the City of Los Angeles to prepare a report (within 60 days) on the feasibility of conversion or replacement of all city-owned diesel vehicles to a clean fuel system. Another motion was made concerning the mitigation of the air quality impacts caused regarding Sunshine Canyon Landfill.

11/16

Los Angeles

Attended 1999 SIP Revision to AQMP Amendment Meeting in City of Carson.

11/17

Orange

Attended Laguna Woods City Council Meeting and made a presentation to the new city council. Discussed the AB 2766 Subvention Fund Program with the mayor and city manager.

11/17

Los Angeles

Followed up on air quality complaints by City Manager staff from Alhambra and Maywood. AQ Inspectors will inspect the sites and report findings.

11/18

San Bernardino

Attended Baldy View Public/Private Coalition (CLOUT) Meeting in Ontario. Discussed the Alameda Corridor East project with CLOUT members present, including council members from Claremont, Upland, Rialto, and Rancho Cucamonga.

11/18

San Bernardino

Attended San Bernardino County City Managers Meeting. Discussed the proposed new fleet rule with the city managers from Colton, San Bernardino, Highland, Loma Linda, Grand Terrace, Rancho Cucamonga, and Ontario.

11/18

Districtwide

Attended the League of California Cities sponsored SCA 3 Workshop at Loma Linda City Hall. Heard a presentation regarding the statewide effort to pass legislation to extend sales tax measure with a simple majority vote.

11/18

Riverside

Attended Riverside Transit Authority (RTA) Board of Directors Meeting. Provided support to the DEO-Science and Technology regarding their existing policy regarding CNG bus purchases.

11/18

Riverside

Attended Northwest Riverside Clean Air Coalition Steering Committee Meeting. Discussed RTA Board action regarding their CNG bus purchase policy.

11/18

San Bernardino

Attended Inland Empire Division, League of California Cities’ General Membership Meeting. Discussed the proposed new fleet rule with mayors and council members from Colton, Redlands, Highland, Fontana, Chino Hills, Rancho Cucamonga, Montclair, Upland, and Ontario.

11/18

Los Angeles

Attended meeting at Cal EPA Department of Toxic Substances Control in Glendale to discuss health concerns regarding Victoria Golf Course in the City of Carson.

11/18

Los Angeles

Spoke with Assistant Community Development Director for the City of Huntington Park to discuss MATES II issues.

11/19

Los Angeles

Attended meeting at Whittier Union High School District with Superintendents from Whittier and Santa Fe Springs School Boards regarding CENCO.

11/19

Los Angeles

Met with Legislative Officer for City of Santa Fe Springs to discuss issues related to MATES II findings.

11/19

Los Angeles

Spoke with representative of CALTRANS District 07 about AB 2766 Subvention Fund issues and regarding upcoming 710 Corridor Stakeholders meeting on Tuesday, November 23 at Port of Long Beach.

11/23

Los Angeles

Attended 710 Corridor Stakeholders Meeting at Port of Long Beach.

11/30

Orange

Attended Government & Community Relations Advisory Board Meeting – Cal State Fullerton. Participated in the project to develop a formal study program at the university which will result in a Certificate in Government & Community Relations.

Main Line Calls

CUT-SMOG
Line

After Hours
Calls*

Spanish Line Calls

Total Phone Calls

4,008

3,886

1,320

46

9,260