Following South Coast Air Quality Management District’s (SCAQMD) suspension of its air quality monitoring efforts in Paramount, the City has released a Request for Proposal (RFP) for contract services related to monitoring levels of hexavalent chromium, an airborne industrial metal that is regulated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. While the search for a vendor […]
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New Innovative Permit Requirements for Metal-Related Businesses
The City of Paramount has reported that all 16 metal-related businesses in town are set to receive Administrative Action permits. This new permit program establishes stricter oversight and was developed to address any future potential air quality issues in the City. This program is a first of its kind in California and places the following […]
AQMD Governing Board Adopts Warehouse Rule to Reduce Air Pollution
June 18, 2021 in Air
On May 7, 2021, the South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) Governing Board adopted Rule 2305, the Warehouse Indirect Source Rule (ISR), requiring warehouses larger than 100,000 square feet to reduce their air pollution emissions or facilitate reductions in the communities where they are located. Heavy-duty trucks and other cargo equipment that are interconnected […]
South Coast AQMD Temporarily Suspends Hexavalent Chromium Monitoring in Paramount
The City of Paramount has been informed that, due to COVID-19, South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) has temporarily suspended monitoring of hexavalent chromium.
SCAQMD Modifies Air Monitoring Operations During COVID-19
South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) has announced modifications to its air monitoring operations during COVID-19.
Paramount Applies to Join Regional Air Quality Committee
September 16, 2019 in News
The City of Paramount recently applied to join a program that would position the community to receive state funding for a community air monitoring campaign and community emission reduction program.
SCAQMD Removal of Air Monitor Near Lubeco
August 15, 2019 in News
South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) has removed the air quality monitor located near Lubeco Inc.
Summary of Recent SCAQMD Rules 1407 & 1407.1
City staff have been staying up-to-date on Rules 1407 and 1407.1.
City Stays Up-to-Date on AB 617 Efforts
Staff have continued attending meetings hosted by SCAQMD to stay updated on the process.
SCAQMD Offers Electric Lawn Mower Rebate Program
April 4, 2019 in News
Receive a rebate of up to $250 with the purchase of a cordless, battery electric lawn mower. Purchase must include mower, battery and charger.
