Public Works has chosen to pursue projects that will result in improved air quality throughout the County and enhance the overall quality of life for all residents. The projects implemented by Public Works represent the continuing commitment to reduce vehicle emissions and improve the air quality within the South Coast Air Basin and our local communities.
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The project is fully-implemented with one exception: One additional propane powered dump truck was also purchased under this grant. However, due to continuing engine-related issues (detailed below), the decision was made to convert the equipment to unleaded fuel to increase operational efficiency. Public Works will not be billing the Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee for partial grant reimbursement for this truck.
16C-001, 19865 E Walnut Dr, Lomita, 90717
19-249, 4055 W Marine Ave, Lawndale, 90260
19-250, 17931 Sierra Hwy, Canyon Country, 91351
19C-001, 2120 E 90th St, Los Angeles, 90002
19C-002, 4304 Eugene St, Los Angeles, 90022
The purpose of this project was to purchase alternative fuel vehicles to replace older, diesel powered equipment. These vehicles included four patch trucks (two fueled by compressed natural gas and two by propane), and one dump truck (fueled by compressed natural gas).
The acquisition of these vehicles helped to reduce hydrocarbons emissions by 30 percent, nitrogen oxide (NOx) by 90 percent, and particulate matter by 100 percent. Public Works has monitored the performance of the remaining five alternative fuel vehicles purchased under this grant. Complications experienced included coolant leaks, fuel leaks, engine oil leaks, and engine problems (including rough idling and engine not starting). The vehicles were placed out of service and repaired on several different occasions. Public Works plans to continue observing the vehicles and will report any performance issues to the manufacturer/dealer.
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