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California Environmental Protection Agency
Air Resources Board
Byron Sher Auditorium, Second Floor
1001 I Street
Sacramento, California 95814

PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA

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November 17, 2005
9:00 a.m.

Agenda Item #

 Agenda Topic  
     

05-11-1

Report to the Board on a Health Update -- Ozone Exposure and Death: Results from Three Recently Published Meta-Analyses  
  Staff will present the results of three recently published meta-analyses that have found an association between short-term exposure to ozone and mortality. Conducted by three independent groups of researchers, the studies showed that an increase in the ambient ozone concentration was associated with an increase in daily mortality in the United States as well as other parts of the world. The results support ARB's assessment of the health impacts of ozone exposures developed for the ozone ambient air quality standard review.  
  More Information Staff Presentation  
     
     

05-11-2

Public Hearing to Consider the Adoption of Proposed Airborne Toxic Control Measure for Cruise Ship Onboard Incineration  
  In 2004, Assembly Bill 471 (AB 471) was passed by the California Legislature, signed by the Governor, and codified in Health and Safety Code HSC section 39630 et seq. AB 471 prohibits cruise ships from conducting onboard incineration while operating within three (nautical) miles of the California coast. This law became effective January 1, 2005. By prohibiting incineration within three nautical miles of the California coast, the potential for adverse public health impacts will be reduced for residents who live or work near ports and along the coast. AB 471 states that the Air Resources Board (ARB/Board) shall enforce this legislation and may adopt standards, rules, and regulations for this purpose. ARB staff is proposing this airborne toxic control measure (ATCM) to implement AB 471 and ensure that it is adequately enforced. The proposed ATCM is expected to reduce exposure to emissions from toxic air contaminants, such as polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins (dioxins), polychlorinated dibenzofurans (furans), and toxic metals.  
  More Information Staff Presentation  
     
     

05-11-3

Public Hearing to Consider Proposed Amendments to the Current Inboard and Sterndrive Boat Regulations  
  The Board will consider amendments to the allow engine manufacturers an option to delay the introduction of a more stringent emission standard provided that there is no loss of emissions benefits. The Board will also consider additional amendments to ensure high performance boat engines carry an appropriate warranty and useful life consistent with current practices.  
  More Information Staff Presentation   
     
     

05-11-4

Public Meeting to Consider Revisions to the Carl Moyer Incentive Program Guidelines and to Establish the Agricultural Assistance Program  
  The Board will consider revisions to the Carl Moyer Program Guidelines to address new and forthcoming regulations; update remission factors; and reflect new legislative direction per Assembly Bill 923 (Firebaugh) and Assembly Bill 1394 (Levine).  
  More Information Staff Presentation   
     
     
OPEN SESSION TO PROVIDE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC TO ADDRESS THE BOARD ON SUBJECT MATTERS WITHIN THE JURISDICTION OF THE BOARD

Although no formal Board action may be taken, the Board is allowing an opportunity to interested members of the public to address the Board on items of interest that are within the Board's jurisdiction, but that do not specifically appear on the agenda. Each person will be allowed a maximum of five minutes to ensure that everyone has a chance to speak.

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