Have you attended any meetings of the
commission/board for which you are applying?
No
List the colleges/universities you attended. U C Berkeley List your major/degrees obtained. Masters in Law (LLB)
Please explain why you want to serve on the
Union City Climate Action Task Force.
N/A
Please list any other community involvement. If
none, write "N/A."
N/A
What ideas or actions would you like to see in
the Climate Action Plan update? If none, write
"N/A".
N/A
What is the primary role of the Planning
Commission?
The primary role of the Union City Planning
Commission is to review development proposals
and make recommendations to the city council
on decisions on land use and development
matters within the city, ensuring projects comply
with the General Plan, zoning code, and city
policies.
How vital should aesthetics be in approving
development?
Aesthetics should be a significant but balanced
factor in approving development. In other words,
it shouldn't be used to arbitrarily block compliant
or beneficial projects. It is important for
preserving community character, visual harmony,
and property values, but weighed alongside
practical considerations like zoning compliance,
public safety, environmental impact, and housing
needs.
The City has a legal and policy responsibility to
plan for housing at all income levels, including
low and moderate income households.
The Planning Commission, as an advisory body,
plays a vital role in supporting this responsibility
by recommending land use policies and
development approvals that promote housing
affordability, especially near transit, jobs, and
As land values increase, “affordable housing”
becomes increasingly scarce. What are your
thoughts on the City’s responsibility to plan for
and provide affordable housing?
services. The Comission must continue to
identify suitable sites, streamline approvals, and
ensure that local policies do not unduly constrain
the production of affordable housing.
What do you feel are some factors that make a
residential neighborhood a “good place to live?”
The factors that make a residential neighborhood
a “good place to live include safe, walkable
streets, access to quality schools, nearby parks
and transit, well-maintained housing, and a
strong sense of community. Diverse
neighborhoods with engaged residents and
convenient access to jobs and services also
contribute to livability.
What role should the economics of the
development (city taxes received and the project
costs) play in planning
decisions?
The economics of development, such as
projected city tax revenue and project costs,
should play an important but balanced role in
planning decisions. While fiscal impacts help the
City ensure long-term sustainability and fund
essential services, they should be considered
alongside with planing decisions regarding
housing needs, land use policies, infrastructure
capacity, and community goals.
What types of businesses should Union City
seek and why?
Union City should focus on attracting a mix of
traditional, innovative, and local businesses that
deliver jobs, livability, tax stability, and alignment
with long-term planning goals. These include
Small and local businesses, Technology Startups
; Healthcare Services ; Sustainable Retail and
Food Establishments ; Educational Institutions ;
and Recreational Facilities.
In 1996, the voters approved Measure II,
enacting very stringent development policies in
the hillside area.
Pressure is mounting to allow some development
in the hills. If Measure II were proposed for
amendment,
under what conditions, if any, would you favor
Any change to Measure II must honor its legacy
while responding thoughtfully to evolving housing
and land use needs. Relaxation of its policies
should be permitted only under strict conditions,
including robust environmental protections.
Proposed development must demonstrate no
significant impact to sensitive habitats, wildlife
relaxing the policies? corridors, or erosion-prone terrain, and all decisions should be guided by thorough
environmental studies. In addition, any proposal
must provide a clear and measurable public
benefit.
Why do you want to be a Board/Commission/
Committee member? What do you feel you could
contribute?
I want to serve on a committee because I care
about how Union City grows and develops. As a
member of the community and a real estate
lawyer, I believe I can contribute by helping the
City make fair, informed decisions that follow the
law, protect neighborhoods, and support smart
growth. I’d like to bring my experience to the
table to help balance development needs with
what’s best for the community.
What qualifies you for this appointment? Because I live here, I care about how city policies affect the community and its people. As a real
estate attorney and a member of the community,
I understand both the legal side of city matters
and the day-to-day concerns of residents. My
work has involved advising clients on several
issues, which gives me the tools to contribute to
fair and informed decision-making. My legal
background, combined with my personal
connection to the community, makes me wellqualified to serve the City.
My vision is to support the committee in making
informed, fair, and community-focused decisions
that improve quality of life in Union City. As a real
estate attorney and local resident, I aim to bring
both legal expertise and a community
perspective to the work of the committee.
For the Planning Commission, my vision is to
support smart, balanced growth that respects
community character while addressing urgent
needs like housing, transportation, and
sustainability.
What is your vision for the committee/
commission you are applying to?
For the Mosquito Abatement District, I want to
ensure that public health and safety remain a
priority and that the community is informed and
protected through effective, science-based
prevention and outreach.
For the Sales Tax & Utility Users Oversight
Committee, my vision is to help promote public
trust by ensuring that funds are used responsibly,
in alignment with voter expectations and
community needs.
And for the Parks and Recreation Commission, I
want to support the preservation and
improvement of open spaces and recreational
programs that bring people together and
enhance the quality of life for residents of all
ages.
In all, I aim to bring my legal experience,
community perspective, and thoughtful decisionmaking to serve Union City effectively.
This vision aligns with the City Council’s 5-Year
Strategic Plan in the following ways:
Promoting fiscal responsibility and transparency
through my role on the Sales Tax Oversight
Committee.
Supporting effective governance through legal
insight and informed decision-making;
Encouraging balanced development and housing
solutions on the Planning Commission that meet
state mandates and local needs
Backing public health and environmental
How does this vision support the Council’s
priorities as stated in the 5-Year Strategic Plan?
sustainability in the Mosquito Abatement District
Ensuring parks and city facilities remain
accessible and well-maintained.
Strengthening community trust and engagement
by being a responsive and informed participant in
city processes (
Overall, I want to contribute in a way that helps
Union City grow responsibly while preserving the
values and needs of the community.
Are you currently receiving any form of
compensation from the City for work performed?
No
Do you have any relatives serving on Council,
Commissions, Boards, and Committees or
otherwise employed by the City of Union City?
No
Name and location of high school/college/
university/technical or trade school along with
degrees received.
University of California _ Masters in Law (LLB)
What community activities are you presently
involved in, or have been in the past?
I offer free legal advice through my law firm and
through legal clinics.
Employer Name Hills Law Firm
Position Principal Attorney
Dates Employed 03/29/2024
Lead all client matters, providing counsel on
complex real estate matters, including purchase
agreements, lease agreements, title issues,
easements, zoning, and environmental law
issues.
Represent clients in several negotiations,
mediations, administrative proceedings, and
litigations.
Provide advice and counsel to clients on several
areas related to real estate, including land use
Duties
laws, construction, contract disputes, and
environmental law.
Ensure compliance with real estate laws and
regulations related to current or changes to
relevant statutes and case law.
Conduct legal research and draft complex
documents. Develop and maintain case
strategies, setting clear goals and milestones for
case resolution.
Provide responsive, ethical, and effective
representation to maintain high client
satisfaction.
Oversee the daily operations of the firm, ensuring
efficient workflows and adherence to legal and
ethical standards.
Maintain all administrative functions, including
client intake, case management systems,
document management, and billing.
Establish and monitor firm policies to ensure
compliance with ethics and regulatory
requirements, including those of the California
State Bar and other relevant authorities.
Create and manage budgets and financial
records, and ensure timely client billing and
collections.
Implement and oversee office procedures,
improving efficiencies and managing firm
resources effectively.
Provides timely, strategic, and business-focused
legal...
... services to clients. Cultivate and maintain
strong client relationships, ensuring excellent
service and responsiveness to client needs.
Identify new business opportunities through
networking, marketing, and referrals to build a
robust client pipeline.
Develop a marketing strategy to increase the
firm’s visibility, including online presence,
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Applying For (You may check more than one) Parks and Recreation Commission (4-year term)
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• Planning Commission (4-year term)
First Name AJ
Last Name Assef
Street Address
City Union City
State California
Zip Code 94587
Email Address
Phone Number
Cell Phone / Alternative Contact Number:
If you selected more than one Board/
Commission/Committee of interest, please rank
your preferences here, starting with your first
choice.
Parks and Recreation
Planning commission
How many years have you been a resident of
Union City?
20 Are you a registered voter in Union City? Yes
What is your District of Residency? 4
Have you attended any meetings of the
commission/board for which you are applying?
No
What is the primary role of the Planning
Commission?
The role is act as an advisory group to govern
body issues relate issues planning land and
development.
How vital should aesthetics be in approving
development?
Very important
As land values increase, “affordable housing”
becomes increasingly scarce. What are your
thoughts on the City’s responsibility to plan for
and provide affordable housing?
I am in full support of affordable housing
especially in our beloved union city , I truly
believe the more affordable housing we have the
better.
What do you feel are some factors that make a
residential neighborhood a “good place to live?”
Definitely safety and the quality of education are
very important
What role should the economics of the
development (city taxes received and the project
costs) play in planning
decisions?
Very important
What types of businesses should Union City
seek and why?
Definitely more coffee shops , beauty business
clothing stores in which I would be in full support
of
In 1996, the voters approved Measure II,
enacting very stringent development policies in
the hillside area.
Pressure is mounting to allow some development
in the hills. If Measure II were proposed for
amendment,
under what conditions, if any, would you favor
relaxing the policies?
Yes
Why do you want to be a Board/Commission/
Committee member? What do you feel you could
contribute?
I think I can make a great addition to this
committee and bring in some good ideas to this
committee with ideas and with the best possible
vision I see for union city.
What qualifies you for this appointment? My qualifications are that I am currently part of the climate action task force so I have somewhat
a little experience on how a committee works and
etc
What is your vision for the committee/
commission you are applying to?
Bringing in more ideas , being thoughtful
transparent honest working with other business
leaders
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Applying For (You may check more than one) Climate Action Task Force (4-year term) Are you interested in participating in the Citizen’s
Academy?
Yes
First Name Shirley
Last Name Rivera
Street Address
Address Line 2
City Union City
State California
Zip Code 94587
Email Address
Phone Number
Cell Phone / Alternative Contact Number:
If you selected more than one Board/
Commission/Committee of interest, please rank
your preferences here, starting with your first
choice.
(I have selected only the Climate Action Task
Force.)
How many years have you been a resident of
Union City?
18 Are you a registered voter in Union City? Yes
What is your District of Residency? 3
Have you attended any meetings of the
commission/board for which you are applying?
No
List the colleges/universities you attended. University of California, Berkeley List your major/degrees obtained. Bachelors of Science, Chemical Engineering Please explain why you want to serve on the
Union City Climate Action Task Force.
I want to serve on the Union City Climate Action
Task Force to apply my knowledge, reconnect as
a contributing resident, and expand serving as an
environmentalist. Each are briefly outline below.
(1) APPLY MY KNOWLEDGE - I have related
technical, communications, regulatory, and
business (as a consultant) expertise regarding
CAP related topics, issues, and context. The
learning curve for me is not steep.
(2) RECONNECT AS A CONTRIBUTING
RESIDENT - My parents/family (Filipino
immigrants) moved to Union City in the mid1970s, living first in Casa Verde and then Mission Hills. My Mom continues to live in
Mission Hills. After college, I moved around
California (e.g., Sacramento, Los Angeles, San
Diego) and returned to Union City in late 2006 -
the home (Casa Verde) that I grew up in and for
which I call home.
(3) EXPAND SERVING AS AN
ENVIRONMENTALIST - I view the task force as
a volunteer opportunity to express further being
an environmentalist. I share my perspective in an
essay I wrote - "Environmentalist: Identify
Yourself" https://www.shirleyfrivera.com/blog/
environmentalist-identify-yourself - for which
serving on this task force expands exercising my
beliefs for the betterment of Union City.
Please list any other community involvement. If
none, write "N/A."
Since May 2019, I have been a volunteer for
Daily Bowl - https://dailybowl.org/. I serve as a
weekly driver to recover food from donors and
distribute to a designated recipient organization.
What ideas or actions would you like to see in I share three examples of ideas/actions that the Climate Action Plan update? If none, write
"N/A".
come to mind but also have other ideas/actions -
(a) Change log - Include a change log where
updates (e.g., retain, delete, revise, new content)
are not only noted as a comparison to the
existing CAP but also provide a rational. This
can provide the public with a clear understanding
of accomplishments and continuous
improvements of the City's CAP.
(b) Public participation opportunities - Beyond
public outreach, also identify opportunities for
public participation during the CAP update
process, as well as those topics adjacent to the
CAP and related to City activities. Preliminary
information can be provided in "plain language"
as well as describing any procedural
requirements for participating. I believe it is
important for the public to learn/understand how
they can contribute meaningfully. (See
ATTACHMENT A)
(c) SB 1383 - Incorporate, as part of the Waste
Reduction section, actions related to the
demonstration and implementation SB 1383.
Why do you want to be a Board/Commission/
Committee member? What do you feel you could
contribute?
I want to serve as a Task Force member
because I believe in the importance of a
meaningful, understandable, cost-effective, and
actionable Climate Action Plan update that
proactively represents the City's interest. I can
contribute as a collaborative team member
among those representating government,
business, and community/public interests. I
would like to spend my time involved more local
and regional endeavors. And I view this as an
opportunity for environmental education.
What qualifies you for this appointment? The following are my qualifications, based on the stated responsibilities of task force members:
- Reviewing and providing input on technical
materials and draft documents.
My business and work experience includes,
among several technical related matters,
understand and calculating of emissions, vetting
proper and current references and resources,
prevention of double-counting, technical editing
and writing, plain language explanations, and
discussing (synchronous or asynchronous)
issues for resolution. Minimizing the iterative
process in document/plan development is
important.
- Identifying opportunities and challenges from a
community perspective.
My business and work experience has included
several community-related endeavors, among
those were: fulfilling regulatory-required public
participation; creating, commenting, or editing
plain language collateral material as part of
science communications or technology
explainers; and facilitating discussions in public
workshops. Trust, accountability, and
transparency must established.
- Helping to prioritize strategies for emissions
reductions and climate adaptation.
My business and work experience has included
being involved in the creation of or the
implemention of similar types of policy and
compliance related endeavors. The execution of
activities, tasks, and projects that emerge from
strategies must be based on a consistent
framework for decision-making. I understand the
potential interdisciplinary issues (e.g., various
environmental impacts, public...
... impact, etc.) and execution/implementation
issues (e.g., cost, economics, procurement,
scheduling, financing, etc.).
- Serving as a liaison between the City and
broader community stakeholders.
Clear communications - verbal, written - among
business, government, and community have
been and remain important to me.
- Supporting public engagement by encouraging
community participation.
Attachment A of my application provides an
example of work experience, which expresses
my belief in the value of public participation. I
consulted for a San Diego environmental justice
organization as part of its providing comments to
the local air agency. I served as the primary
author of this letter, which is demonstrative of the
foundation of my beliefs regarding public
outreach, engagement, and participation. I would
bring this belief as a Task Force member.
I also have included in one of the attachments
my interest/experience with regards to the six
key steps - https://www.unioncity.org/379/
Climate-Action-Plan - listed for the CAP update.
My vision is that members of the Climate Action
Task Force also share a similar belief as to what
I described in my desire to be a member - the
importance of a meaningful, understandable,
cost-effective (and impact), collaborative, and
actionable Climate Action Plan update that
proactively represents the City's interest. I
envision that my professional and personal
experiences will be trusted and respected, as
well as extending the same for other task
members' talents and experiences. I envision
What is your vision for the committee/
commission you are applying to?
transparency, accountability, open
communications, and constructive conflict
resolution (if needed).
The following lists each of the "Top Council
Priorities" -
p. 8 of the Strategic Plan - https://
www.unioncity.org/DocumentCenter/View/10829/
Strategic-Plan---Final-Update-2023)
- and how I believe my vision - to the extent I
have some knowledge - supports these priorities.
- Develop a comprehensive fiscal sustainability
model to address the General Fund’s longterm
structural deficit.
Cost-effectiveness and impact are part of my
vision.
- Determine the feasibility of a revenue ballot
measure for November 2024 and/or November
2026 to address critical facilities and
infrastructure needs.
Meaningful and actionable are part of my vision.
- Promote housing development for all income
levels in the community by implementing the
Housing Element, updating the zoning ordinance
to include objective standards for new multifamily residential development to streamline the review of applications for housing developments,
and other measures.
Meaningful, collaborative, and actionable are part
of my vision.
- Update the Economic Development Strategic
Plan to meet the City’s financial goals and build
regional partnerships.
Collaborative, cost-effectiveness and impact are
part of my vision.
How does this vision support the Council’s
priorities as stated in the 5-Year Strategic Plan?
- Update the Climate Action Plan and also
include regional goals in the plan.
Meaningful, understandable, and collaborative
are part of my vision.
- Create and implement a plan to maintain and
upgrade the City’s buildings.
Meaningful, cost-effective, and actionable are
part of...
... my vision.
- Create an outline of, and schedule for, creating
a comprehensive Facilities Needs Assessment,
and prioritize a space needs assessment for
police as one of the first to be studied.
Meaningful, collaborative, and actionable are part
of my vision.
- Build a customer relations plan for public works
and code enforcement.
Meaningful, collaborative, and actionable are part
of my vision.
Are you currently receiving any form of
compensation from the City for work performed?
No
Do you have any relatives serving on Council,
Commissions, Boards, and Committees or
otherwise employed by the City of Union City?
No
Name and location of high school/college/
university/technical or trade school along with
degrees received.
- Moreau High School (Hayward, CA), 1981
- University of California, Berkeley (Berkeley,
CA), 1986 - B.S. Chemical Engineering
As mentioned above, since May 2019, I have
been a volunteer for Daily Bowl - https://
dailybowl.org/. I serve as a weekly driver to
recover food from donors and distribute to a
designated recipient organization. Since 2004, I
What community activities are you presently
involved in, or have been in the past?
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Mohsen Nazemi, Chief, Engineering Division
San Diego County Air Pollution Control District
Via: Mohsen Nazemi, [email protected]
Re: SDAPCD Permitting Report and Public Engagement
Dear Mr. Nazemi,
Environmental Health Coalition (EHC) is very pleased to have the opportunity to provide our comments and recommendations to the SDAPCD staff and Governing Board regarding the 2020 Permitting Report as mandated by AB 423 requirements. We appreciate the SDAPCD staff’s diligence in preparing the report and their acknowledgement that meaningful public engagement and notification requires many more strategies and actions. This is a recurring theme and a consistent challenge for SDAPCD and all public agencies.
EHC applauds SDAPCD’s recommendation to create a public participation plan as we address below, however, we must make the point that the public participation plan must be agency-wide. It must be available at all times on the website; include all permits and actions; be organized by location and community; and provide opportunities for authentic public involvement. Each rule and report cannot be addressed separately, and we appreciate SDAPCD’s recognition that air toxics, permitting, cancer risk, violations, and all other aspects of air quality management must be addressed together.
Public Engagement and Access are Primary. Our overarching comments represent our belief that public engagement has to be meaningful, early and place-based. Enhancing public participation and access to information is critically important. Residents have the right to know what the pollution sources are in their communities and the right to participate in the decision-making processes related to the quality of their air and health. Moreover, in impacted communities with multiple air pollution sources, the public should be provided with information about the cumulative impact of these sources.
Resources for enhancing public engagement should include, at a minimum, the use of tools and technologies that yield public facing activities and information sources; proactive community outreach; and mapping and visualization of permit sources’ activities and compliance status. Web-based information should be structured with ease of wayfinding and navigating.
Complete Information is Provided about Facilities and Communities. The permitting information should be connected to the rest of the information about pollution sources and communities on the District’s website. The public should be able to look up a single entity and know everything about them – permit information, air toxics hot spots, complaints, etc. should all be accessible on the District’s website by industry and by location.
Our comments are organized in two sections: (a) recommendations for effective public engagement and (b) suggestions for revisions to the draft report.
Recommendations for Effective Public Engagement
Public Participation Plan. The report clearly signals SDAPCD’s intention to increase public participation, and EHC applauds that effort and the proposal to develop a public participation plan. Given the significant lack of public involvement for many years, achieving success in this area will require a focused effort to enable the public to be informed and understand how to take action. EHC recommends that SDAPCD use three distinct methods for engaging the public:
a. passive public facing information, e.g., website, email notifications, Facebook, Twitter, public notices, etc.
b. active public facing info, e.g., public workshops, informational meetings, community events, conference presentations, etc.
c. public-initiated pursuits, e.g., complaints, public records requests, Hearing Board comments, Governing Board Meeting (open comments), Rule 1210 public meeting attendance, public comments, etc.
For successful public engagement, the public participation plan should also define the “feedback loop” the public can expect from their participation and involvement. For example, providing information about how to inquire and submit comments (for a permit action) is only one side of the process. The public also should know what they can expect from their effort, e.g., confirmation of receipt of inquiry, direct response from the SDAPCD, timeframe for response, public meetings, potential change in a permit condition(s), etc.
Public Notification and Involvement. Public notification is a critical major function of the rule.
Notification must be clear, understandable and easily accessible by the general public.
Recommendations for effectiveness:
• Notification to impacted residents for major source permits should be implemented. • Notification methods should include not only direct mail to impacted residents but also using other communication tools such as email; phone via automated calls and texts; social media, which can be targeted at specific zip codes and other electronic communication methods. • Consistency and accessibility of information via the notices is critical and therefore we recommend that the SDAPCD continue to create the written notices. • Notices should include clear and readable maps with the facility location and a common language explanation of the permit action including, but not limited to, emissions, efforts to reduce and control emissions and operations, emission reduction credits, and the timeframe for installation of the new equipment or modification of existing operations. • The noticed should be posted on the SDAPCD website.
• Assure wide distribution of the notices such as local schools, libraries, health care facilities not included in sensitive receptors, like community clinics; elected officials – local, state, federal; community planning groups and other government-recognized organizations.
Public Meetings. Meetings should be consistent to be effective. Public meetings for major source permitting actions should involve the following:
• APCD should manage all community meetings by developing a standard framework that is required to be used for the meetings;
• APCD should manage critical logistics that ensure public participation including: utilizing a consistent and knowledgeable facilitator; providing interpretation; providing child care; and • Meetings should be in person with a virtual option – not virtual only, unless there is a public health order prohibiting in-person meetings.
Rule 15 Amendment Considerations. Rule 15, cited in the report, should be considered for amendment in the following areas:
Rule 15. Permit Process – Public Notification
(15)(a) Lists of new permit applications received will be posted in the District office on a weekly basis.
These lists will be available for public review during normal business hours. A copy of the list will be provided to the news media, and to any person or interested group who has requested a copy in writing. The list will be posted on the District website within 10 calendar days of receipt of the application. Impacted residents will be notified of permit applications submitted by major sources and provided with information about how to provide review and comment. (15)(b) Upon issuance of an Authority to Construct, Temporary Authorization, Permit to Operate, or a revised Permit to Operate, a copy will be mailed on the day of issuance to any person or interested group who has requested a copy in writing. All impacted residents, per above, will be notified. (15)(c) The permit file will be open to public inspection to the extent required by the California Public Records Act.
The District stated the following in the report:
“… the rule could be updated to reflect current electronic means of notification, as well as provide additional opportunities for meaningful public input into permitting processes.” “… a more comprehensive outreach plan to ensure all public members are aware of where to find these permit applications and how they can engage with the APCD to provide comments and to inquire about projects they are interested in.
The following recommendations for Rule 15 are based on the District’s objectives and three strategies listed in the report, and what the intended outcome of an amended Rule 15 should achieve – Public engagement has to be meaningful, early and place-based.
These recommendations provide added clarity about the permit process, public notification, and public engagement opportunities.
Improve Upon List of Permit Applications. In a cursory review of the APCD’s .xlsx worksheet of permit applications, improve the list by including the following:
• industry sector, plain English and common language description • those in AB 617 areas
• those with AB3205 notifications
• those in response to Rule 1210, e.g., risk reduction related • federal and state permit actions (e.g., NSR, PSD, Title V) • those in response to resolving a compliance demonstration issue, e.g., enforcement action, complaint, variance, etc.
Permit Application Status, prior to Issuing Authority to Construct (ATC) or Revised Permit to Operate (PTO). As part of the suggested mapping and visualization of permitted sources, the source’s mapped profile should include but not be limited to:
• date of complete application
• community outreach meetings (whether APCD or applicant) • public notice issued
• due date for public comments
• date of requested public meetings
• major source and Title V comment periods
Suggestions for Revisions of the Draft Report
EHC appreciates the SDAPCD’s completeness of the report in response to the AB423 requirement of CA H&SC Section 40100.6.5(a)(7)(A). The following are suggested report revisions.
• The section heading APCD Permit Processing appears twice – Suggest replacing the first instance with APCD Permit Applications.
• The paragraph beginning “The mission of the APCD …” – Clarify language to include that the federal EPA conducts the permit evaluation and processing of projects on the 18 tribal reservations.
• Footnote 5 – Suggest adding “registration” for clarity to read as follows: On average, about 90% of the registration applications received by the APCD are for new equipment.
• Steps 1 and 2 – Update Figure 5 to clearly designate that the 180-days begins after an application is determined complete. Steps 1 and 2 do not account for the iterative process between the SDAPCD and applicant when the application is not complete. A completeness determination can extend beyond 30-days after the SDAPCD receives an application. • Steps 2 through 4 – Include the timeframe for the Rule 18(b) provision, which reads as follows:
The Air Pollution Control Officer shall act on a completed application within 90 days if possible, or within a maximum of 180 days: namely approval, conditional approval or denial. If no action is taken within 180 days, the application shall be deemed approved. The 180 day period may be extended an additional 90 days with concurrence of the applicant.
The permit process appears to be a 210-day process to issue an ATC after the applicant submits an application. This does not include the option for up to a 90-day extension, thus for a total of 300-days.
• Suggest as a footnote or add a description that prior to ATC issuance, there can be formal public notice/comment period, as discussed in the report section (page 9) titled APCD Public Notification Process.
• Update Figure 7, similar to comments made for Figure 5.
• Complaint process – In the first paragraph, add a description about the complaint process, e.g., received complaints are forwarded to a District inspector for investigation and resolution. • Hearing Board – The report states:
The APCD Hearing Board has authority to revoke Permits to Operate or Registrations that are not in compliance with the applicable air quality rules and regulations, or to reverse the denial of a permit by APCD.
In this first paragraph, add a description (or in the APCD Public Notification Process section) about the public involvement opportunity at the Hearing Board process. While this is not an ATC action, it is a PTO or Registration action. When permit holders appear before the Hearing Board, there is opportunity for public involvement.
• Hearing Board – This comment relates to the provisions of Variance Petitions (Rule 75). While this is not an ATC action, it is related to a permitted source requesting temporary enforcement relief for specific condition(s) of a PTO. When permit holders appear before the Hearing Board, there is opportunity for public involvement.
• Public notice and public comment period due to federal or state rules and regulations – Suggest adding a figure (similar to the flow chart style of Figure 5) in this section for NSR, PSD, and Title V permit actions. These are often larger air pollutant emitting sources. Even after the public notice of a 30-day comment period, the public may request a public meeting.
EHC appreciates the SDAPCD’s considerations of our suggestions and recommendations. We share the SDAPCD’s declaration for community involvement “… where no community is left behind, and to increase transparency and public engagement.”
Sincerely,
EHC Consultant
Resource Catalysts
City Clerk - Boards and Commissions Application
Reference # 17124336
Status Complete
Applying For (You may check more than one) • Human Relations Commission ( 4-year term) • Senior Citizen Commission (4-year term)
Are you interested in participating in the Citizen’s
Academy?
Yes
First Name Chris
Last Name Angelo
Street Address
City Union City
State California
Zip Code 94587
Email Address
Phone Number
Cell Phone / Alternative Contact Number:
If you selected more than one Board/
Commission/Committee of interest, please rank
your preferences here, starting with your first
choice.
1. Senior commission
2. Human relations commission
How many years have you been a resident of
Union City?
15 Are you a registered voter in Union City? Yes
What is your District of Residency? 3
Have you attended any meetings of the
commission/board for which you are applying?
No
Why do you want to be a Board/Commission/
Committee member? What do you feel you could
I live in a senior community now where I help the
residents and donate much of my time. I was
contribute? given a second chance at life and given back my human abilities to walk around and do things like
regular people. So, I believe it was for a reason
so now I do things for others that cannot do for
themself. Being on a commission would allow me
to help others on a greater level. Helping the
World, 1 person at a time. That is my life motto.
What qualifies you for this appointment? I'm currently the resident handyman, neighborhood watch and disaster captain as well
as city hall liaison for Tropics MHP senior
community. I donate much of my time to the
seniors and give out food at our weekly food
Bank. I'm fortunate that I get to help people
everyday as I am also a board member for the
park and get to help make decisions that benefit
our residents. I am highly motivated to making
our community, city and the World a better place
as much as I possibly can. I believe we can do
better at helping our seniors, the pioneers that
made this great country. I am also a Union City
CERT team member. I'm not perfect but I'm
working on it. And this would be a great
opportunity to help me do it.
What is your vision for the committee/
commission you are applying to?
I believe we can offer better services for our
seniors by reaching out to their homes and
seeing what their needs are. They need sunshine
and a reason to get out to see the world.
Sometimes it just takes a friend who cares. I see
many seniors struggle with paying finances and
bills. So improving that is needed, you shouldn't
have to worry about it you can pay for food at
that age. Restructuring the current care system is
well needed. Also, nutrition is vital at these
golden ages, so we must implement more
programs to help with that.
I don't know what that 5 year plan is, I could read
it and find out. But what I know is plans change
How does this vision support the Council’s
priorities as stated in the 5-Year Strategic Plan?
much of the time. So I'm sure that my vision is a
perfect fit, because just helping 1 senior have
better quality of life, fits into any strategic plan to better our residents of this city and make life
enjoyable till the very end. Live life to its fullest,
enjoy your loved ones and spend every day like
it's your last. Isn't that in all of our plan.
Are you currently receiving any form of
compensation from the City for work performed?
No
Do you have any relatives serving on Council,
Commissions, Boards, and Committees or
otherwise employed by the City of Union City?
No
Name and location of high school/college/
university/technical or trade school along with
degrees received.
Cypress Highschool CHSPE
Chabot College no degree
Martinez Adult School pc 832 POST certificate
Blockbuster University corporate management
cert
Currently studying nutrition and biology online
What community activities are you presently
involved in, or have been in the past?
I'm an active member of the CERT team
I also volunteer with the police dept for
National Night Out
I attend regular courses at the Tropics for the
residents
I volunteer weekly at food donation in the park
I am on the committee for the B Bug program in
the park
Military Service: Dates and branch (if applicable) N/A
Employer Name Self Employed handyman
Position Sole proprietor handyman
Dates Employed 2010 to current
Duties Service mobilehomes, residents, businesses
repairing various items
Employer Name Savemart