Air Pollution Control Board Meeting - June 9, 2026

The Ventura County Air Pollution Control Board held a meeting on June 9, 2026, primarily focused on budget approval and regulatory measures related to air quality. Key procurement-related discussions included the adoption of the fiscal year 2026-27 budget, which outlined a total estimated revenue of $19 million and proposed appropriations of $20.3 million, with allocations for operational needs, incentive programs, and capital improvements such as computer replacements and vehicle purchases. The board also discussed the approval of amendments to Rule 74.22 concerning nitrogen oxide emissions from natural gas-fired furnaces, debating the timing and structure of a rebate program to offset increased costs for compliant furnaces. The board ultimately voted to deny the rule amendments at this time, opting to focus on developing an incentive rebate program, which was subsequently authorized through a resolution to support furnace replacements with ultra-low NOx burners or zero-emission heat pumps. Additional funding acceptance from the California Air Resources Board's Climate Heat Impact Response Program was approved to support these initiatives. The meeting concluded with the receipt and filing of an equivalency demonstration report confirming compliance with federal emission offset requirements.