Gus Barnes

This meeting focused on the Missouri Volkswagen Trust, outlining the background of the settlement funds, the process for allocating funds, and the formation of an advisory committee to provide input. Discussions included the types of projects eligible for funding (e.g., large trucks, school buses, charging stations), the process for selecting projects, and the timeline for implementation. The meeting also covered the Diesel Emission Reduction Act (DERA) option, which offers additional funding and project opportunities.

The meeting focused on the discussion of the Missouri Volkswagen Trust fund and its allocation. Key topics included compiling public comments received, internal discussions on the draft plan, and the tentative scheduling of future meetings in February and March to review the plan and incorporate feedback. Discussion also covered the use of funds for EV charging stations, the possibility of a team approach to project development, and the allocation of funds across different project categories. The meeting included discussion of the phased approach to applications, the use of a scoring matrix for projects, and the confidence in receiving sufficient applications to utilize all available funds. There was also discussion regarding the potential for cost-sharing and matching funds from applicants, and the need to balance the distribution of funds to various communities and entities.

The Missouri Clean Water Commission meeting focused on permit appeals 18-0498 and 18-0501. Discussion included concerns regarding continuing authority and liability. The commission upheld the administrative hearing commission's recommended decisions on both appeals. Public comment and correspondence were addressed, with some comments deferred to a later date when the relevant applications were on public notice.

This meeting focused on the planning and execution of EV infrastructure projects. Discussions included site host recruitment strategies, comparisons of approaches used in other states (Colorado, Minnesota), and the development of a request for proposal (RFP) process. The group also considered the economic aspects of funding and the roles of various stakeholders, including utilities and charging station companies. The need for a competitive process was emphasized, along with the importance of identifying potential site hosts and understanding the economic and logistical challenges involved.

This meeting focused on the discussion and review of the draft beneficiary mitigation plan and implementation guidelines for the Missouri Volkswagen Trust. Key discussion points included the overall goals of the plan (reducing NOx emissions from mobile sources, promoting electric vehicles, etc.), proposed funding levels for various award categories (school buses, government trucks, etc.), and the consideration of benefits for areas with disproportionate air pollution burdens. The meeting also covered the process for collecting public comments via SurveyMonkey and the criteria for selecting projects to fund.