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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAir Pollution Control (3) MAR 8 2004 A G E N D A CITY 0F LAUREL Air Pollution Control March 9, 2004 3306 2nd Avenue North 7:30 P.M. 1. Call Meeting to order 2. Approve minutes of previous meeting 3. Activity Report I. INDUSTRIAL COMPLIANCE A. City of Billings Animal Shelter II. ADMINISTRATION A. Budget - Discussion B. Amie Brey Open Burning Permit - Discussion C, Doug Dreeszan Hay Crdnding Complaint - Discussion D. Jolyn Beringer Feedlot Odor Complaint - Discussion E. Marilee Berg Pasture Fugitive Dust Complaint - Discussion F. Networks Review- Discussion G. Southside Abatement Plan - Update H. Fox Distribution - Update III. MEETINGS A. County Commissioners - Midyear Budget Review B. Billings City Council - Allocation of Agency Activities Report IV. AIR QUALITY A. Open burning permits - 206 permits issued in February B. Data Summary DATA SUMMARY A. PM-10 Data for February 2004: PM-10 Lockwood Park High 26 ug/m~ Low 11 ug/m3 Average 20 ug/m~ B. Continuous Data for January: Sulfur Dioxide Carbon Monoxide Bridal Shop Bridal Shop High 1 hr .016 ppm High 1 hr 8.1 ppm High 24 hr .009 ppm High 8 hr 3.4 ppm Hourly Average .002 ppm Sulfur Dioxide Carbon Monoxide Mt. Olive Mt. Olive High 1 hr .017 ppm High 1 hr. 4.9 ppm High 24 hr .007 ppm High 8 hr. 2.6 ppm Hourly Average .002 ppm Sulfur Dioxide Sulfur Dioxide Cobum Road Beartooth High 1 hr .112 ppm High 1 hr .017 ppm High 24 hr .030 ppm High 24 hr .006 ppm Hourly Average .009 ppm Hourly Average .001 ppm Respectfully submitted, Russell Boschee Director Minutes of the Yellowstone County Air Pollution Control Board meeting held February 10, 2004 at the Yellowstone County Air Pollution Office. Members Present: Dr. Mark Waddington, Mr. Rich Schilf, Mr. Chades Brooks. Mr. John Cakes, and Ms. Michelle Reed. Other Present: Mr. Russell Boschee, and Mr, Stuart Hannah. Chairman Waddington called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Concerning the January 13~' minutes, Mr. Schilf questioned what changes in the YCAPC Program the DEQ had approved. Mr. Boschee explained what changes had been made. The phrase "since the DEQ has already approved them" was stricken from the text. Chairman Waddfngton asked that "Mr. Kirkpatrick" be inserted in place of "he" in a sentence to clarify. Ms. Reed asked the phrase "from the City-County Health Department" be stricken from a sentence in the following paragraph. Ms. Reed moved to table the minutes until the next meeting so the Board could review them further. Mr. Schilf seconded, and the motion passed unanimously. Concerning January's Industrial Compliance, Mr. Boschee said no industrial compliance was done this month. He noted he would be busy with emission inventories for the industry sources over the next month. He explained how the process works, what sources are under our jurisdiction, and what criteria are used to determine which sources are under our jurisdiction. He noted our agency might receive five new sources next year as determined by the DEQ Compliance Division. Chairman Waddington noted the more sources our agency is responsible for; the more funding our agency receives from the DEQ. Mr. Cakes asked if we had enough staff to conduct these inventories. Mr. Boschee said they were his responsibility. Concerning January's Administration, Mr, Boschee said the proposed 2003-2004 budget submitted was approved on September 16, 2003. He said Chairman Waddington, Michele Reed and he attended the midyear budget review with the County Commissioners. This budget was approved at the midyear budget review. Chairman Waddington said the Interlocal Agreement is moving forward, and our agency should wait until the new Interlocal agreement is signed before requesting funds from the City of Billings. He noted that the County Commissioners agreed to fund our program until the end of the fiscal year if the City of Billings funds are not available, Mr. Boschee asked if the Board wanted to approve the proposed 2003-2004 budget. Chairman Waddington noted the Board approved this budget on 9-16-03, so no further action was needed. The Board discussed the 2003-2004 YCAPC Budget. Mr. Boschee said the Timeline of Correspondence was requested by Chairman Waddington to clarify the release of the "draft" Proposed Changes to the YCAPC Program V. Chairman Waddington noted his request for this Timeline was for internal use only. Chairman Waddington commented on the information requested by City Administrator Bauer, and he noted staff should know what information could be released. The Board discussed what material is considered "draft" and what material is considered public information. The Board discussed the legal requirements of the Freedom of Information Act. Ms. Reed suggested the proper wording on the Agenda, and Mr. Schilf said the minutes should reflect accurately the discussion. The Board discussed the proper procedures for the release of agency information. Mr. Boschee discussed the Draft Allocation of Agency Activities Report saying Chairman Waddington and he worked out the percentages. The Board discussed this report, Mr. Schilf questioned how the State DEQ designates the sites in the YCAPC-DEQ contract. Mr, Boschee explained how the number of monitors and their location are determined. Ms. Reed said we should emphasize the monitoring and expand on the activities required of staff for each monitoring site. Mr. Brooks said the County Commissioners and the Billings City Council do not know what this program entails, and he suggested making a request to the Billings City Council and the Commissioners to be put on their Agenda to describe our agency's activities. The Board discussed this suggestion and our agency's need to get the information out about our agency. Ms. Reed suggested contacting City Administrator Bauer with more information than is currently in the report. Mr. Boschee noted the County Commissioners and City Administrator Bauer received all the Board material monthly. Chairman Waddington noted we need to justify staffing to the governing bodies by accurately reflecting our agency's activities. The Board discussed accounting of staff time to determine allocation of agency activities, and the Board made recommendations concerning this matter. Mr. Cakes asked if there was a size limit on a recreational burn. He noted Mr. Rusty Groshelle's recreational fire should have resulted in a fine. Mr. Boschee explained the permitting process for recreational burns, and he noted our agency does not have the authority to fine someone in this situation. If there is a problem, our agency writes the individual a letter and suspends their permit. The Board discussed this situation. Returning to the Allocation of Agency Activities Report, Chairman Waddington noted the percentages are purely coincidental that the percentage breakdown matches the previous population breakdown. Mr. Schilf noted that the written detail needs more explanation. Ms. Reed noted that the formula needs to show a breakdown. Mr. Boschee explained the percentage breakdown for each activity. The Board discussed this report, and they made recommendations. Mr. Boschee said he would rewrite the report with the recommendations in mind. Mr. Boschee discussed the Draft Proposed Changes to the YCAPC Program V recommending the Board of Health to be removed from Section VI and the City-County Health Department from Section VII. He explained which sections had been added and which sections had been removed and why. He reviewed the changes to Regulation 6 with the Board in response to previous Board discussions. The Board discussed the changes made to Regulation 6 and our agency's policy concerning recreational burns. Ms. Reed moved to table the Proposed Changes so Board Members can review these changes and make recommendations. Mr. Cakes seconded, and the motion passed unanimously. Mr. Boschee noted French's Sandblasting and Painting's fine at the 420 N. 17th location was rescinded. Mr. French was given the choice of building the fence or ceasing operation. Mr. French chose ceasing operation, and he cleaned up the area later in the fall. Mr. Boschee recommended changing the approval letters on the abatement plans for Cereal Food Processors, Westfeeds, and Peavey Co. to include the use of recycled asphalt chips. Mr. Boschee discussed the recent developments, which allowed for the use of recycled asphalt chips. He noted all the businesses said they would use these chips if allowed. The Board discussed this recommendation. Mr. Schilf moved to accept the use of recycled asphalt chips and to amend the approval letter to reflect their use. Ms. Reed seconded, and the motion passed unanimously. Mr. Boschee noted that Fox Distribution started its chipping project today. He noted he talked with Mr. Leonard Fichtner, Fichtner Chevrolet Manager, concerning this project. Mr. Boschee said he would update the Board on this project at the next meeting. Concerning the Distribution of Agency Material, Mr. Boschee asked for a clarification of policy concerning correspondence with the Board Members; he said it was his understanding that a "draft" letter should be sent to the Board Members for approval, Upon distribution, the agency letter should be emailed to Board Members. This correspondence to the Board Members should be noted in a "cc" in the original letter. Chairman Waddington said that was the correct Board policy. Mr. Boschee requested material on the Southside abatement plans be distributed to the Ward I Councilwomen Gaghen and McDermott. The Board discussed this request. Ms. Reed said correspondence should show all "cc" on who receives copies of the letter. Mr. Brooks noted City Administrator Bauer needs to know what material City Council Members are receiving. The Board discussed this distribution of material, and our agency's interaction with City Council Members. Mr. Boschee stressed the need to form a partnership with the governing bodies and the general public. The Board discussed the need to become more aggressive in our efforts to distribute information about our agency to the governing bodies and the general public. Mr. Boschee noted that the County Commissions, the Billings City Administrator, and the Mayer of Laurel receive the same material the Board receives monthly. Concerning January's meeting, Mr. Boschee said he met with Mr. Jim Kraft, Emergency and General Services Director, concerning our open burning permit program. Mr. Boschee discussed the need to keep Mr. Kraft involved in the process if the Board wants to make changes to the Open Burning Permit Program. Chairman Waddington adjourned the meeting at 9:10 P.M. OPEN BURNING PERMIT YELLOWSTONE COUNTY, MONTANA PERMIT NUMBER: 03-002190 BE ADVISED: Pursuant to MCA 7-33-2205, the county governing body requires written permits for all open burning within County jurisdiction and may establish fire seasons annually. Commissioners can suspend open burning when conditions warrant. Under the provision of MCA 50-63-103 YOU ARE LIABLE for any and all fire suppression costs and damages resulting from an escaped and/or uncontrollable fire. You are liable for your fires despite the fact you have been issued this permit. Under MCA 45-6-102, a person commits the offense of negligent arson if he purposely places the property of another in danger of damage or destruction and can be fined $500. Name: Arnie Brey Address: 9123 Lipp Rd., Billings 59106 Phone: (406) 652-5410 Location of Burn 9123 Lipp Rd. (Note: Revoked permit on 12/9/03) Materials ditches, weeds, branches, old lumber Approved By: R. Boschee Date Issue 6/23/2003 Expiration 12/31/2003 Air Pollution Control - 3306 2nd Avenue North - 256-6841 It is the responsibility of each permit holder to contact their local Fire Department, listed below, the City/County Dispatch Center (657-8200) or Laurel Dispatch Center on each day that burning is anticipated and provide the following information: a. Location of where burning will be conducted. b. Material to be burned. c. Call when fire is done. This permit may be suspended or revoked at any time when conditions warrant, or when permit holder is in non-compliance with the Open Burning Policy. The Fire Marshal/Fire Chief has the authority to discontinue any open burn. I have read, understand, and agree to the requirement and provisions set forth in this permit and in the Yellowstone County Open Burning Regulations. This permit is not valid until signed. KEEP THIS COPY IN YOUR POSSESSION (while burning). APPLICANT'S SIGNATURE DATE Fire Departments Billings / Blue Creek / Broadview / Custer / Duck Creek - Laurel 657-8200 248-0827 667-2278 856-4850 628-8737 HaileyBench / HomewoodPark / Huntley-Worden / Lockwood / Molt / Shepherd 252-4334 656-2686 967-2111 252-1460 669-3174 373-5422 DO NOT LEAVE FIRE UNATTENDED OPEN BURNING DURING DAYLIGHT HOURS ONLY DAYS OF GOOD VENTILATION ONLY ITEMS PROIIII?,ITED FROM OPEN BURNING The lbllowiag material may not be disposed of by opeu burning: 1. Any waste, which is llloved fi'om the premises where it was generated, including tlrat moved lo a solid waste disposal site 2. Food waste 3. Styrofoam ami other plaslics 4. Wastes generating noxious odors 5. Wood by-products other than trade wastes or tree linrbs, or waste being disposed of by prescribed wildland open burning 6. Animal droppings 7. Dead animals or dead animal parts 8. Tires 9. Rubber materials 10. Asphalt shingles 1 I. Tar paper 12. Automobile bodies aod iuteriors 13. Insulated wire 14. Oil or petroleum products 15. Treated lumber and timbers 16. Pathogenic waste 17. Hazardous wastes 18. Trade wastes I9. Chemicals 20. Piles ofdeciduot~s leaves, grass, straw or compost AiR QUALITY 17.8.308 17.8.308 P_A3!'iI_i_C_U~ATE MATTER, AIRBORNE (1) NO person shall cause or authorize the production, handling, transportation r or storage of ar]y material unless reasonable precautions to control e[~issions of airborne particulate matter are taken. Such em]ss]~)~s of a~.rborne particulate matter from any stationary source s}]a]l no~ exhibit an opacity of 20% or greater averaued over 6 co~secutJ, ve minutes, except for emission o~ airborne partJcula[~e mariner originating from any transfer ladle or operatio~ e~g~ged i~ the transfer of molten metal which was installed or ¢¥~e]at~.~g prior to November 23, 1968. (2) No pei'so~ sh,~tll cause or authorize the use of any street, road, or [~a ~-ki~g lo1: without taking reasonable precautions to control emlsslo~]s of airborne particulate matter. (3) No perso~ shall operate a construction site or demolition p~o3e_t u~]ess reasor~able precautions are taken to control emi ssions ef airborne particulate matter. Such emissions of airbor~]e i~art~culate matter from any stationary source shall not exhibit an opacity of 20% or greater averaged over 6 consecutive mi~n]tes. (4) Within a~]y area designated nonattairunent in 40 CFR 81.327 for PM, any perso~ who owns or operates: (a) any existing source of airborne particulate matter shall apply reasonably available control technology (RACT); (b) any new source of airborne particulate matter that has a potential to emit less than 100 tons per year of particulate matter shall apply best available control technology (BACT); (c) any new source of airborne particulate matter that has a potential to emit more than 100 tons per year of particulate matter shall apply lowest achievable emission rate (LAER). (5) The provisions of this rule shall not apply to emissions of airborne particulate matter originating from any activity or equipment associated with the use of agricultural land or the planting, production, harvesting, or storage of agricultural crops (this exemption does not apply to the processing of agricultural products by a commercial business). (History: 75-2-111, 75-2-203, MCA; IMP, 75-2-203, MCA; Eff. 12/31/72; AMD, 1979 ~IR p. 145, Elf. 2/16/79; AMD, 1993 MAR p. 2530, Elf. 10/29/93; '32~uu~$, from DHES, 1996 MAR p. 2285; AMD, 2000 MAR p. 836, Elf. 3/31/00.) ADMINISTRATIVE RULES OF MONTANA 3/31/00 17-309 Network Review 2004 March 29, 2004 1:30 p.m. Old Armory-1100 N. Last Chance Gulch Room 216 Agenda Libby PM2.5 Compliance Monitoring Issues Site Evaluations Milltown - PMz5 West Yellowstone PM2.5 BAM vs FRM Billings-Mount Olive Helena-Rossiter School Proposed Changes Begin Near-Real-Time reporting of PM data Add Ozone and NO-NOx monitoring in Billings area Add a PM-10 Monitor to North Park School Etc. YELLOWSTONE COUNTY AIR POLLUTION CONTROL (406) ?56-6841 3306 Second ..V, cnuc North Fax (4061 256 6g91 Billings, MT 59 February 11, 2004 Mr. Al Sternberg, Plant Manager Peavey Company 3815 1~t Ave. South Billings, Mt. 59101 Dear Mr. Steinberg: At tile regularly scheduled YCA PC Board meeting held February 10, 211(/4, the YCAPC Board approved an amended abalemcnt plan 1o apply re,.yclcd asphalt chips oi' magnesium chloride to your roads and parking lot to control the fugitive dust emissions from your facility. The YCAPC Board has given you until tile end of X. pril to apply one of these suppressants. Please notify me at tile YCAPC office when this project is complete, so 1 can conduct an inspection to ensure compliance. If you have any questions concerning this matter, contact me at 256-6841. Sincerely, Russell Boschee Director cc: KristoffBauer, City Administrator cc: Lar,'y Alheim, DEQ Enforcen~cat Officer cc: Roger Godfi'ey, DEQ Compliant SpucialisI cc: (via email) YCAPC Board Members YELLOWSTONE COUNTY AIR POLLUTION CONTROL (406) 256-684 I 3306 Second Avenue North Fax (406) 256-6891 Billings. MT 59 lOl February 11,2004 Mr. Dave }lodges, Plant Manager Cereal Food Processors 3601 1~t Ave. South Billings, Mt. 59101 Dear Mr. Hodges: At the regularly scheduled YCAPC Board meeting held Febrnary I 0, 2004, the YCAPC Board approved an amended abatement plan to apply recycled asphalt chips or magnesium chloride to your roads and parking lot to control the fi~gitive dust emissions fi'om your facility. The YCAPC Board has given you until the end of April to apply one of these suppressants. Pleasc notify me at the YCAI'C office when this project is complete, so I can conduct an inspection to ensure compliance. If you have any questions concerning this matter, contact me at 256-6841. Sincerely, Russell Boschee Director cc: KdstoffBauer, City Administrator cc: Larry Alheim, DEQ Entbrccmeot Officer cc: Roger Godfi'cy, DEQ Compliant Specialist cc: (via email) YCAPC Board Meutbcrs YELLOWSTONE COUNTY AIR POLLUTION CONTROL (406) 256-6841 3306 Second Avenue North Fax (406) 256-6891 Billings, MT 59101 February 1 I, 2004 Mr. Steve Rogers, Plant Manager Westfeeds, Inc. 3801 Ist Ave. South Billings, Mt. 59101 Dear Mr. Rogers: At the regularly scheduled YCAPC Board meeting held February 10, 2004, the YCAPC Board approved an amended abatement plan to apply recyclcd asphalt chips or magnesium chloride to your roads and parking lot to control the fugitive dust emissions fi'om your facility. The YCAPC Board has given you until the end of April to apply one ol'these suppressants. Please notify me at the YCAPC office when this project is complete, so 1 can conduct an inspection to ensure compliance. If you have any questions concerning this matter, contact me at 256-6841. Sincerely, Russell Boschee Director cc: Kristoff Bauer, City Administrator cc: Larry Alheim, DEQ Enforcement Officer cc: Roger Godfrey, DEQ Compliant Specialist cc: (via email) YCAPC Board Members