THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AND GROWTH MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING AND PERMITTING DIVISION (EEPD) RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE ABOVE MOTION.
This item supports the County's value of "Encouraging investments in renewable energy, sustainable practices and environmental protection" and Goal 1: "Seek funding for, implement policies and pursue projects promoting the use of alternative energies and sustainable practices."
The Air Quality Program of EEPD is a federal and state approved local air quality program responsible for protecting and improving air quality in Broward County, in accordance with state and federal regulations. FDEP Grant Agreement No. TV001 (Exhibits 1 and 2) provides funding to continue the Federal Clean Air Act Title V Air Quality Permitting Program in Broward County. The purpose of the Title V program is to reduce violations of air pollution laws by permitting, conducting compliance inspections and enforcement. This agreement provides up to $111,090 between July 1, 2017 and June 30, 2019. Under this action, the Resolution for $111,090 (Exhibit 3) is being accepted. Retroactive approval is being requested as the agreement was received from the State on November 16, 2017. The County’s standard form agreement provisions are not included because the County is a recipient of funds from a state agency under this Agreement. This agreement has been reviewed by Risk Management and has been approved as to form by the County Attorney’s Office.
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