City Council Chambers Air Quality Test

Report of
IAQ Testing and Analytical Results
City of Riviera Beach

Council Chambers
August 2017
Project Number 132-17-004
Prepared by: Prepared for:
Arthur J. Gallagher & Co

TABLE OF CONTENTS
EXCUTIVE SUMMARY ................................................................................................... 2

1.0 BACKGROUND .......................................................................................................... 4
2.0 INSPECTION PROTOCOL .......................................................................................... 5
2.1 FACILITY SETTING............................................................................................................ 5
2.2 SITE OBSERVATIONS........................................................................................................ 5
2.3 HISTORICAL MOISTURE INTRUSION ............................................................................. 6
2.4 HVAC REGISTERS .............................................................................................................. 6
2.5 NOTABLE ODOR ................................................................................................................. 7
2.6 MOISTURE READINGS ....................................................................................................... 7
3.0 ANALYTICAL METHODOLOGIES ........................................................................... 8
3.1 CARBON DIOXIDE ............................................................................................................. 8
3.2 RELATIVE HUMIDITY ....................................................................................................... 8
3.3 TEMPERATURE .................................................................................................................. 9
3.4 NON-VIABLE FUNGAL SAMPLES................................................................................... 9
3.5 VIABLE FUNGAL SAMPLES............................................................................................. 9
3.6 AIRBORNE FIBERS .......................................................................................................... 10
3.7 QUALITATIVE DUST ....................................................................................................... 10
3.8 SOLVENT SCAN................................................................................................................ 11
4.0 INDOOR AIR QUALITY GUIDELINES AND STANDARDS ............................... 12
5.0 ANALYTICAL RESULTS ........................................................................................ 14
5.1 CARBON DIOXIDE ........................................................................................................... 14
5.2 RELATIVE HUMIDITY ..................................................................................................... 14
5.3 TEMPERATURE ................................................................................................................ 15
5.4 NON-VIABLE FUNGUS .................................................................................................... 15
5.5 VIABLE FUNGUS .............................................................................................................. 16
5.6 AIRBORNE FIBERS .......................................................................................................... 18
5.7 QUALITATIVE DUST ....................................................................................................... 18
5.8 VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUNDS ............................................................................ 19
6.0 DISCUSSION OF RESULTS..................................................................................... 21
6.1 HVAC OPERATIONS ........................................................................................................ 21
6.2 PHYSICAL CONDITION ................................................................................................... 22
6.3 MUSTY ODORS ................................................................................................................. 22
6.4 MOISTURE INTRUSION .................................................................................................. 22
6.5 ANALYTICAL TESTING .................................................................................................. 23
6.6 ARCHIVAL PHOTOGRAPHS ........................................................................................... 24
7.0 CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS ..................................................... 25
8.0 AVAILABLE REFERENCES.................................................................................... 27
LIST OF FIGURES
1 Site Location Map

2 Area of Investigation
3 Detail and Items of Concern
4 Sample Location Map
5 Hidden Conditions and Concerns Map
LIST OF TABLES
1a Summary of Comfort Parameters Measurements (1)

1b Summary of Comfort Parameters Measurements (2)
1c Summary of Guidelines for IAQ Parameters
2 Summary of Non-Viable Spore Results
3 Summary of Viable Fungal Results
4 Summary of Fibers in Air Results
5 Summary of Qualitative Particulate Results
6 Summary of Organic Compound Results
LIST OFAPPENDIX
A Laboratory Analytical Reports

B Historical Archival Photographs (2006)
C Photographs
EXCUTIVE SUMMARY
KES Environmental Services conducted indoor air quality (IAQ) testing in response to
concerns of poor IAQ in the City Hall Council Chambers located at 600 West Blue Heron
Boulevard, Riviera Beach. Based on review of site conditions, it is understandable that
occupants of the council chambers might suspect they may have been subject to an
occupational exposure, since a musty odor is present, and the HVAC supply registers and
adjacent tiles are dirty and should be cleaned and/or replaced. The bioaerosol analytical
results may be interpreted to suggest that low levels of mold amplification are occurring,
that maybe of concern to sensitized individuals.
By-virtue of the moldy odor encountered during the IAQ investigation, moisture intrusion
has in fact occurred in the chamber. Although a readily identifiable source was not observed.
However, by process of elimination, several hidden conditions locations were suspected,
which will require additional testing for confirmation.
Further testing is recommended at the ceiling and block-wall interface, which will require
scaffolding to investigate. Investigation of the small storage area drywall, wallpaper and
carpet; and the carpet at the commissioners platform. Removal and replacement of the
carpet at the Commissioners platform and the storage room may need to be considered.
Carpets are frequently cited as a source of mold. The area behind the false wall (Formica)
behind the commissioners desk may also require investigation.
It is considered prudent to have a professional HVAC contractor evaluate the roof

mounted system and perform any maintenance activities considered appropriate that
might include all or some of the following: Change the filters, and cleaning all interior
components (mixing chamber, cooling coils, supply air chamber, blower wheel) and
evaluate the interior duct work as a candidate for cleaning.
Review of the viable data, indicated that Engyodontium sp. and Oidiodendron spores,
were present, but at concentrations that may not be significant. Regardless, these species
are known to trigger allergic reactions to sensitive individuals, although no causal
relationship or dose response relationship can be made with respect to the data presented
herein.
In general, the non-viable fungal spore evaluation indicated that the total spores count
within the Chamber were less than the outdoors and moisture indicator species were
generally absent. However, Cladosporium was detected at twice the outdoor
concentrations. Cladosporium is a known allergen. Aspergillus/Penicillium and
Basidiospore spores were also elevated with respect to the outdoors (QD-01) which may
also contribute to allergies in indoor environments.
The analysis for fibers in air, VOCs and qualitative dust to provide an indication of the
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physical quality of the air, did not quantifiably indicate the presence of these
contaminants to contribute to the notion of perceived poor air quality.
City Hall and the council chamber has been subject to numerous historical moisture
intrusion events, including water intrusion through window seals, roof leaks, and at times
elevated humidity. Based on recent activities including roof repair and sealing painting
the exterior walls many of these concerns may have been corrected.
Moisture control is an important strategy for reducing the potential for microbial
amplification. Mold does not require the presence of standing water, but can occur with
high relative humidity, or when building conditions allow sufficient moisture to
accumulate.
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1.0 BACKGROUND
The City of Riviera Beach municipal complex has been subject to numerous historical
moisture intrusion events, including water intrusion through window seals, roof leaks,
and at times elevated humidity. With respect to the City Council chambers on the second
floor of the main building, remedial actions in the form of roof repair and exterior wall
painting and sealing, as well as replacement of carpets have been implemented. KES also
understands that additional roof repairs are in progress. However, notwithstanding the
current site activities, complaints have been reported that may be associated with poor
indoor air quality (IAQ).
IAQ concerns may occur when situations arise in which contaminants in the indoor
environment become concentrated to the point that occupants become sensitized and
complaints of odors, headaches, nausea and coughing become commonplace. In response
to this, tests are available to document the quality of the indoor air environment. Based
on the public use of the Council Chambers, a comprehensive approach to testing was
proposed.
According to the Palm Beach County property appraisers office, and a plaque at the
entrance to the building, the complex was dedicated in 1978 and is approximately 39
years old. The municipal building is located on the southern side of the municipal
complex which includes the Library, Police and Fire department buildings
Moisture control is an important strategy for reducing the potential for microbial
amplification. Mold does not require the presence of standing water, but can occur with
high relative humidity, or when building conditions allow sufficient moisture to
accumulate. Water enters a building as water vapor, or is introduced accidentally by way
of leaks or spills. Water vapor also moves in and out of the building as part of the air that
is mechanically introduced or that infiltrates and ex-filtrates into and out of the building.
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2.0 INSPECTION PROTOCOL
In response to complaints that have been reported in the Council Chambers (Chamber) by
council members, the inspection of the Chamber was conducted as part of the overall
review of the Chambers IAQ. The investigators approach to the assessment follows IAQ
investigative protocols that included addressing the following questions. Are the site
conditions suitable for mold growth to be present? Are there any observed water stains or
other stains? Is there a discernable odor present? Are their signs of active mold growth
present? Are their signs of inactive mold present? The objective of this evaluation was to
determine whether mold amplification was present and collect analytical data to evaluate
an IAQ concern.
2.1 FACILITY SETTING

KES mobilized to the site to perform the analytical testing on July 26, 2017. Since the
Chamber is used both during the day and evening, access to the Chamber was pre-arranged
to negate possible use conflicts during the day of the proposed testing. As result, the
Chambers were unoccupied during the sampling event. At the time of the inspection, the
facility was notably cool, and the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
system was running normally. The area of investigation was limited to the second-floor
Council Chambers. Figure 1 is an aerial photograph indicating the location of the area of
concern, and Figure 2 is the plan for the second floor of the building.
2.2 SITE OBSERVATIONS

The Council Chambers is a large open floor-plan room that is used for meetings. The
western two-thirds of the room consists of a suspended ceiling with lay-in grid ceiling tiles,
above which HVAC ducts reside in the plenum. The ceiling is approximately 8ft high in the
public seating area. Towards the Councilors platform, the ceiling rises perpendicular to the
suspended ceiling to an approximate height of 20ft before curving back to create the back
wall of the Council Chamber. This ceiling design is likely to promote the acoustical qualities
of the room, and project sound out from the front of the room. The room is finished with
carpet. Entrance to the chambers is from the west. Most of the space is taken up by chairs
that make up the seating area. The chairs are not fixed and are facing east towards the raised
stage. The north wall includes wall-to-ceiling windows in front of which are staff tables. To
the north east is a small alcove which gives the building its distinctive shape. This small
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alcove is covered by a curtain whose current function appears to be used for storage. At the
time of the investigation, the storage area was full of miscellaneous items, including chairs
and a notice board. The alcove is finished with drywall and covered with moisture resistant
wall paper. A podium and moderators table is located on the southern side of the room.
Review of the carpet across the room indicated that it appeared clean, and was without any
obvious or notable staining. According to risk management the carpet was recently replaced
with carpet tiles and is less than 24 months old.
2.3 HISTORICAL MOISTURE INTRUSION

Evidence of historical moisture intrusion events was noted including stained ceiling tiles,
puckered wallboard and plaster above the suspended ceiling, and white efflorescence stains
on the block wall. Minor moisture stains were present on the ceiling tiles along the roof
seam on the north-eastern side of the building. Daylight was also observed at the door frame
adjacent to the emergency exit. The stained tiles and the hole at the emergency door jamb
are evidence of possible breaches in the building envelope. Figure 3 provides a site detail
and annotation of items of concern.
2.4 HVAC REGISTERS

The HVAC diffusers located above the public seating area appeared dirty and the adjacent
tiles around each diffuser was also covered with dust and dirt. This dirt on and around the
diffusers accumulates from two sources: Primary air and Secondary air. The natural
assumption, which is a concern of occupants, is that a dirty grill is an indication of how
dirty the primary air is that is coming out of the vent. The presence of dirt on the vent
does not necessarily mean the air coming out of the vent is the source of the particulate,
but may be due to particulate in the air of the room. This build-up over time gives the
registers their dirty look, and suggests poor air quality. Absent a clear external source
of the particulate, a review of roof-mounted filters is recommended.
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2.5 NOTABLE ODOR
Upon entering the Council Chamber at 7:30 am there was an apparent and notable musty
odor. From a purely qualitative standpoint the odor was thought to be most apparent on
the eastern side of the room.
2.6 MOISTURE READINGS

During the visual inspection, a hand-held GE Protimeter Survey master moisture meter was
used to collect relative moisture levels of the porous surfaces in spot locations in the
Chamber. Using the reference scale, the instrument can detect relative moisture on a scale
of dry, borderline, and damp conditions. The GE Protimeter incorporates a digital scale that
is synchronized with a color-coded LED scale. In general, with this instrument, relative
moisture measurements of <150 are considered dry (green zone readings), relative
measurements between 150 and 200 are considered borderline/moist (yellow zone
readings); and measurements >200 represent wet conditions (red zone readings). The
moisture meter was used to collect relative moisture levels of the carpet below the stained
ceiling tiles, in the alcove and behind the Commissioners platform and the carpet by the
windows and emergency exit. These areas were targeted as areas that might be subject to
intermittent moisture. At the time of testing, all reading registered as dry.
Notably the area behind the city council desks could not be accesses due to the installation
of a Formica/laminate wall, which is suspected to cover drywall. The Formica does not
allow for moisture testing. In addition, the height of the ceiling around the staining will
require the construction of scaffolding to allow proper assessment. In addition, the wallpaper
covering the dry wall is a moisture resistance product which tends to trap moisture, if any is
present, allowing for mold amplification.
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3.0 ANALYTICAL METHODOLOGIES
To complement the visual inspection, and absent observable mold amplification sites,
analytical testing was proposed. This testing would provide analytical documentation
with respect to IAQ and indicate potential health exposures (if any). The analytical results
could serve to alleviate any concerns, or require corrective action. This report documents
the analytical testing conducted in the Council Chambers on July 26, 2017. The following
section depicts the methods used to evaluate the ambient air quality at the subject site.
3.1 CARBON DIOXIDE

ASHRAE Standard 62.1 describes indoor carbon dioxide (CO 2) concentrations as a
surrogate for determination of ventilation efficiency. For a building under normal
occupancy load and operating in its normal conditioning mode, a comparison of indoor
air and outdoor air carbon dioxide concentrations can be used to indicate relative
ventilation efficiency for the occupied spaces. When indoor CO2 concentrations exceed
the outdoor concentration by more than 700 parts per million (ppm), the ventilation rate
for that space may be inadequate for the occupant loading. An indoor CO 2 concentration
of 700 ppm above the outdoor concentration is not a significant risk to health; however,
other bio-effluents from occupants and pollutants from building components may
accumulate to irritant levels or result in discomfort for the occupants due to inadequate
ventilation. Since outdoor baseline CO2 concentrations are approximately 300 ppm, an
action level of 1000 ppm is used as a guideline. However, OSHA has established a
permissible exposure limit for CO2 of 5,000 ppm, During the IAQ sampling task, spot
measurements for carbon dioxide concentrations were collected with a real-time digital
meter.
3.2 RELATIVE HUMIDITY

ASHRAE Standard 62.1:2010, Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality,
recommends that relative humidity in occupied spaces should be maintained below 60%
to avoid fungal amplification in building textiles and other porous surfaces. During the
IAQ sampling task, spot measurements for relative humidity were collected at various
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locations in the Chamber to ascertain the effectiveness of the HVAC to maintain
acceptable relative humidity.
3.3 TEMPERATURE
The ASHRAE Standard 55-2010, Thermal Environmental Conditions for Human
Occupancy, bases occupant thermal comfort on a combination of metabolic rate, clothing
insulation, air temperature (dry bulb temperature as a substitute for operative
temperature) radiant temperature, air speed, and humidity. Satisfactory conditions are
defined as a substantial majority of occupants (80 percent or more) are not expressing
dissatisfaction with thermal comfort.
3.4 NON-VIABLE FUNGAL SAMPLES

KES collected a total of five (5) non-viable air samples. Three (3) samples were
representative of the carpeted floor area of the Council Chamber (complaint area); one
(1) sample each was collected from the Hallway (non-complaint area); and one (1) was
collected from outdoors for comparison purposes. Air samples of non-viable, or inactive,
biologically derived material was collected using a high-volume vacuum sampling pump.
An Air-O-Cell cassette was used to collect each non-viable air sample. The Air-O-Cell
cassette contains a slide coated with a sticky acrylic substrate to capture both biotic and
abiotic particles. The collection time was 10 minutes for an indoor environment that is
relatively free of visible dust. Spore trap sampling is a method that simultaneously
determines the presence and concentration of viable and non-viable, as well as biological
and non-biological particles.
3.5 VIABLE FUNGAL SAMPLES

KES collected a total of six (6) non-viable air samples. KES collected three (3) viable
microbiological air samples from the Council Chamber (complaint area); one (1) sample
was collected from the hallway (non-complaint area); and two (2) outdoor samples were
collected for comparison purposes. The viable air samples were collected using an
Anderson N6 Single Stage impactor. A malt extract agar (MEA) sampling media was
used to collect fungal bioaerosols. The air sample collection time for each Anderson plate
was five minutes at 24.3 liters of air per minute. Laboratory analysis included
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enumeration and identification of fungi to genus level and species level for any detected
Penicillium, Aspergillus, Cladosporium and Stachybotrys.
3.6 AIRBORNE FIBERS

To further evaluate the physical quality of the indoor air environment, two (2) ambient air
samples for airborne fibers was collected from the Council Chamber. Qualitative
characterization of airborne fibers such as asbestos, fibrous transparent glass fibers
(fiberglass & mineral wool) used primarily as insulation materials and fillers in ceiling
tiles; natural cellulosic fibrous materials used as clothing; cellulose fibers used in clothing
and paper products; and synthetic fibrous materials used as clothing and finish materials
including fabrics, carpeting, rayon and nylon.
Any materials which have the morphology of a fiber, may provide an indication of
potential concern associated with poor IAQ. According to OSHA, a fiber is described as
an object, which has an aspect ratio greater than three (e.g. its length is at least 3 times
greater than its width). Ambient air was drawn at a rate of 15 Lpm for 180 minutes by
high flow electrically operated pump. The sampling provided a qualitative evaluation of
the airborne fiber characteristics of the test area. A twenty-five (25) millimeter diameter
cassette with mixed cellulose ester filter was used for open face sampling. The samples
were examined according to the NIOSH membrane filter method for the determination of
fibers in air (NIOSH Method 7400). The method of analysis was by phase-contrast
microscopy. Total fiber concentration should be used when assessing air quality that is
free of interference dust, according to appropriate OSHA, EPA and state regulatory
standards. The samples were analyzed by a laboratory, accredited by the National
Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP).
3.7 QUALITATIVE DUST

To further evaluate the physical quality of the indoor environment, supplemental
qualitative dust characterization sampling was conducted using an Air-O-cell cassette
attached to a high-volume vacuum sampling pump, operating at a flow rate of 15 liters
per minute for 25 minutes. Two (2) samples were collected, one (1) from inside the
Council Chamber and one (1) from outdoors for direct comparison purposes. The
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objective of this analysis is to confirm the filtration effectiveness of the HVAC system.
Arguably, the indoor particles present should be significantly different than those found
unfiltered in the outdoors. The samples were submitted to EMSL for analysis.
3.8 SOLVENT SCAN

An evaluation for volatile organic compounds (VOCs) was also conducted during this
investigation. The scan targeted Stoddard Solvent. Stoddard Solvent is not a single
compound solvent that can readily be identified as a single VOC in indoor air, but is a
mixture of hydrocarbons in the C7-C12 hydrocarbon range. Known by the common
names of white spirits, mineral spirits, mineral turpentine, plus a variety of other names.
Stoddard solvent is used as a paint thinner, as a solvent in some types of photocopier
toners, printing inks, and adhesives, and as a general cleaner and degreaser. The National
Institute of Health's Household Products database lists hundreds of products containing
Stoddard Solvent including paints, spray paints, automotive products, and landscaping
products. Typically, this compound is highly volatile, and at low concentrations (if
present) may present a concern to highly sensitized individuals. Two (2) monitors were
placed in the Council Chamber; one (1) was located proximal to the stage, and one (1)
was in the public seating area. The VOCs were screened with the use of passive charcoal
dosimeters (monitors). OSHA uses these monitors on employees to evaluate whether a
personal exposure is occurring. The monitors are designed to measure time-weighted
average VOC concentrations over a measured time interval. The monitor was exposed
for eight (8) hours. Each monitor is equipped with a backup section, which collects
contaminants after the primary adsorbent section has exceeded the capacity for the
contaminant. At the completion of the test period the recovered badges were submitted to
an approved laboratory for analysis. The sample was desorbed with carbon disulfide and
passed through a gas chromatograph fitted with flame ionization detector. The laboratory
compares any positive indications with a library of contaminants and determines
concentrations of the indicated compounds in the air.
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4.0 INDOOR AIR QUALITY GUIDELINES AND STANDARDS
As a precursor to IAQ sampling, an initial walk-through inspection was conducted to

ascertain any areas of concern. This qualitative assessment was used to select sample
locations for IAQ testing. Air sampling, where appropriate, was conducted in accordance
with the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Manual of
Analytical Methods. The results of these measurements were compared with the
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and/or the most recent
release of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning
Engineers (ASHRAE) recommended guidelines. Although it is standard industry
practice to use the most current standard, it should be noted that it is only necessary to
comply with ASHRAE standards in effect on the date the building was constructed, or
the date additions were made to the building.
Excessive microorganisms (bio-amplification) within a building may contribute to a

variety of health problems, such as headaches, breathing difficulties, skin irritation,
allergic reactions, and aggravation of asthma symptoms, as reported by the United States
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Radiation and Indoor Air and the
American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA). The type and severity of symptoms is
sensitivity dependent on the types of microorganisms present, the intensity and duration
of an individuals exposure, the age of the exposed individuals, and the existing
sensitivities, allergies or medical condition of the exposed individual. Though IAQ
problems are frequently cited as causes of health problems and much study has recently
been devoted to characterizing IAQ problems, symptoms, testing, and remediation in
both the public and private sectors, there are still no accepted national standards for
assessment or remediation of mold.
Several public health agencies have published guidelines for examining IAQ problems
including, New York City Department of Health, EPA and Centers for Disease Control
and Prevention (CDC), but formalized national or local standards have yet to be adopted
as public health regulations. The scientific community and professional organizations,
such as ASHRAE, the Indoor Air Quality Association, Inc. (IAQA), and AIHA continue
the debate by promulgating different standards for consideration by professionals in the
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IAQ field and regulatory agencies. The clear public health concern and increased
scrutiny by the media, members of the public, and the legal system often mandate that
facilities address potential IAQ problems as quickly as possible. Despite a lack of
national or local standards and human dose-response data for mold, complaints relating to
sick building syndrome (or more accurately, building related illness (BRI), since this term
more accurately describes IAQ concerns) can lead to mass psychogenic illness (MPI).
MPI is an apparent epidemic of complaints for which the proximate cause is social or
psychological rather than toxicological. These complaints can lead to inefficient IAQ
investigations and costly legal expenses to protect the building owner or management.
Thus, professional investigations that adhere strictly to the sound scientific and
engineering principles and adopt the appropriate professional guidelines and code of
ethics are essential in resolving possible IAQ problems, shielding workers from exposure
to unnecessary health risks, and protecting facilities from potential liability.
Two standards are typically applied for workers exposed to potentially harmful chemical
substances. Worker exposure to chemicals is regulated under the Occupational Safety
and Health Administration (OSHA) that first published permissible exposure limits (PEL)
for many substances in 1979 and 1985 and has since updated many of these limits.
OSHA promulgates enforceable standards for workplace exposure based on Volume 29,
Code of Federal Regulations, Part 1910.10 and industry standards. By law an employer
must adhere to all PEL published by OSHA. The American Conference of Governmental
Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) publishes a recommended threshold limit value for
chemicals of concern on an annual basis. OSHA standards are generally less restrictive
than the ACGIH standards though this is not always true. Since ACGIH standards are
published annually and rely on the most recent scientific evidence for exposure limits,
these standards are widely accepted, though not federally enforceable.
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5.0 ANALYTICAL RESULTS
The following section summarizes the results of the analytical testing of selected potential
airborne contaminants targeted at the subject site. ASHRAE has developed recommended
guidelines for air quality specifically for the indoor environment. These guidelines are
used to assess the performance of ventilation systems and provide indexes, which may be
used when assessing the overall quality of indoor environments. Carbon dioxide (CO2)
concentrations, ambient temperatures, and relative humidity readings were collected
during the IAQ sampling task. Additional samples were collected in an outdoor area of
the building for comparison. Figure 4 is a sample location map.
5.1 CARBON DIOXIDE

ASHRAE Standard 62.1 describes indoor carbon dioxide (CO 2) concentrations as a
surrogate for determination of ventilation efficiency. During the inspection, the Council
Chambers were unoccupied. The outdoor background CO2 concentration ranged between
413 and 420 ppm and highest measured indoor concentration in the Council Chamber
was 548 ppm and the highest spot reading in the Hallway adjacent to the Chamber was
570 ppm which were both significantly below the corresponding action level for the day
of 1120 ppm. A summary of spot carbon dioxide measurements is provided in Table 1a
and 1b.
5.2 RELATIVE HUMIDITY

ASHRAE Standard 62.1:2010, Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality,
recommends that relative humidity in occupied spaces should be maintained below 60%
to avoid fungal amplification in building textiles and other porous surfaces. The highest
relative humidity concentration measured outside was 77.6%. Direct-reading
measurements indicated that the relative humidity in the Council Chambers were all less
than 60% relative humidity. A summary of spot relative humidity measurements is
provided in Table 1a and 1b.
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5.3 TEMPERATURE
The ASHRAE Standard 55-2010, Thermal Environmental Conditions for Human
Occupancy, bases occupant thermal comfort on a combination of metabolic rate, clothing
insulation, air temperature (dry bulb temperature as a substitute for operative
temperature) radiant temperature, air speed, and humidity. A summary of spot
temperature measurements is provided in Table 1a and 1b.
It was observed that the thermostat in the Council Chambers was set at 72 degree
Fahrenheit (F). In response to questions regarding the observed thermostat setting, KES
was informed that most the thermostats around the City Hall building are set to operate
Monday through Friday at 72F from 7am to 6pm. Then, the temperature goes up to 77F
from 6pm to 7 am. The exception is the Council Chambers. Here, there are meetings that
take place on different days and sometimes during the weekends. There are early morning
meetings and evening meetings which sometimes go as late as midnight. Therefore, the
Council Chambers air-conditioning unit runs at 72F 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.
The Chamber was vacant at the time of testing, the direct read instrumentation
measurements were used to gauge the effectiveness of the HVAC with respect to the
outdoors. The highest outdoor temperature was 86.8F, while the indoor temperatures
ranged between 72.1F and 75.8F. Most of the readings were in the 72F range
confirming the thermostat setting and reflecting the effectiveness of the HVAC system to
cool the Council Chambers. Table 1c provides a summary of guidelines for IAQ
parameters, and a summary comfort parameter measurements collected during this
assessment.
5.4 NON-VIABLE FUNGUS

KES collected non-viable air samples during the assessment. The samples were submitted
to EMSL for analysis. There are currently no state or federal regulatory guidelines for air
sampling for mold spores. The current state of the art approach is to collect air samples
within occupied spaces and, within the approximate same time frame, collect samples
from the outside air for comparison purposes.
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The fungal bio-diversity and concentrations of spores detected in air samples collected
from interior spaces are compared to that detected on outside samples. Fungal spore
counts in the air are generally sampled to determine if fungal amplification exists in the
absence of readily visible mold growth. Interior fungal amplification is suspected
when spore concentrations of inside genera exceed by a factor of two times or more
those genera detected in the outside samples. Additionally, if fungal spores, in excess
of a raw count of one spore of any genera are detected that are not detected in the
outside samples and are determined not to be indoor genera, fungal amplification
may also be suspected.
The air sample spore counts from the Council Chamber (complaint area) were: AOC-
01(147 counts/m3), AOC-02(137 counts/m3) and AOC-03(257 counts/m3). The samples
colony counts were less than the outdoor sample AOC-5 (280 counts/m3, suggesting that
no amplification was occurring.
However, the total spore counts in the Hallway (non-complaint area) sample AOC-4
indicated the presence of Aspergillus/Penicillium at 200 counts/m3 and Basidiospore at
100 counts/m3. Both colony counts were slightly higher than the outdoor comparison
sample AOC-5. This data provides an additional metric for comparison with the Council
Chamber. In samples AOC-3 Cladosporium was detected at 40 counts/m3. at twice the
outdoor concentration. Cladosporium is a fungal group most frequently encountered
outdoors. It can also be found indoors on the surface of fiberglass duct liner in the interior
of supply ducts. It is a common allergenic. Certain fungi are very good indicators of
water damage e.g. Stachybotrys. The analytical results indicated that Stachybotrys and
other moisture indicators were absent in all samples. Non-viable air sample results are
provided in Table 2. Complete analytical results are attached as Appendix A.
5.5 VIABLE FUNGUS

KES collected viable microbiological air samples during the assessment. The samples
were submitted to EMSL for analysis. The outdoor sample and non-complaint area
samples provide a reference to compare the complaint area samples.
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The guidelines for assessing the role of bio-aerosols as a possible cause of occupant
illness have been developed by the bio-aerosols committee of the American Conference
of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH). Discussion of a particular microbes
health effects on individuals is of limited utility without dose-response data that is
standardized for each species. The most useful application of bio-aerosol measurements
is to compare the total number of colony forming units (CFU) in the occupied space with
a representative outdoor sample or complaint areas versus noncomplaint areas.
Specifically, in buildings without mold problems, the qualitative diversity (types) of
airborne fungi indoors and outdoors should be similar. Conversely, the dominating
presence of one or two kinds of fungi indoors, coupled with the absence of the same kind
of fungi outdoors, may indicate a moisture problem and degraded air quality. Typically,
indoor spore concentrations in a clean building are less than the concentrations detected
in outdoor air.
Based on review of the analytical data, moisture indicator species such as Stachybotrys
and Fusarium were not present in the indoor samples. In addition, the total colony
forming units did not suggest amplification was occurring in the Council Chamber with
respect to the Hallway and outdoors samples.
However, Sterile (white) fungus was present in complaint area samples AN-01 (63
counts/m3), AN-02 (56 counts/m3), and AN-03 (42 counts/m3), above the background
sample AN-01 (28 counts/m3). According to the analytical laboratory Sterile-white are
fungal colonies that cannot be identified due to the lack of spores (sterile). Therefore,
their color is differentiated either as dark or white based on their pigmentation. Therefore,
while the fungi are viable, identification of the fungal type cannot be made without
spores. Other notable detections were Engyodontium sp. and Oidiodendron sp both are
considered common, but generally not encountered indoors. Oidiodendro is said to be a
documented aero-allergen. Oidiodendron may cause an allergic reaction to hypersensitive
individuals at low airborne concentrations. Chronic exposure to it at moderate to high
airborne concentrations may also result in the sensitization and development of allergic
disease in previously unaffected individuals. Viable air sample results are provided in
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Table 3. Complete analytical results are attached as Appendix A. A discussion of these
results is provided in section 6.0 of this report.
5.6 AIRBORNE FIBERS

To further evaluate the indoor environment, two (2) air samples were collected from the
Council Chamber (the carpeted complaint area) and tested for the presences of airborne
fibers. The level of detection is <0.01 fibers per cubic centimeter (f/cc) for atmospheres
free of interferences. The result of the air sample analysis on FIA-1 and FIA-2 indicate
that the airborne fiber concentration met EPAs clean-air standard of <0.01 f/cc in the
context of confirming clearance following abatement. Fibers in air results are provided in
Table 4. A complete set of the laboratory analytical data is attached as Appendix A.
5.7 QUALITATIVE DUST

The analytical results indicated that the air chamber sample consisted of 12% skin fragments and
83% opaque/dark particles. The opaque particle category encompasses a wide range of unrelated
optically opaque particles including, paint and binders from degrading sound liners in HVAC
systems, biogenic debris, rust from HVAC components, rubber tire particles and others. Specific
identification of particle type usually requires additional sampling and analysis by Scanning
Electron Microscopy (SEM). This category of particle does not normally occur in concentrations
exceeding approximately 5,000 counts/m3 in "clean" indoor environments unless an infiltration
source (such as proximity to dusty roads, construction or agriculture) or a known activity such as
renovation/demolition activity is in progress. The opaque/dark particles totaled 1360 counts/m3,
significantly less than the 5000 counts/m3 reference. However, the analytical results also
indicated the presence Aspergillus/Penicillium at 120 counts/m3 and Basidiospore at 130
counts/m3. Both colony counts were significantly higher than the outdoor comparison
sample QD-02. (Aspergillus/Penicillium at 0 counts/m3 and Basidiospore at 20
counts/m3.)
While it is important to stress there is no dose-response data to the occurrence of airborne

spores in the indoor environment, many of the detected spores may be encountered in the
outdoors are much greater concentrations than as documented in this report. However, for
reference purposes, Basidiomycetes are a group of fungi that reproduce by the exogenous
formation of Basidiospores from a basidium. Frequently associated with dry rot,
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Basidiomycetes are primarily mushrooms, toad stools, puff balls, rusts and smuts. High
concentrations of these spores can contribute to allergies in indoor environments.
Aspergillus and Penicillium are frequently grouped together as they are small with few
distinguishing features and are not differentiated. These are considered opportunistic
pathogens that may cause respiratory infections. Some varieties produce mycotoxins and
aflatoxins. Aspergillus species are the commonest molds indoor and outdoor, having
more than 100 species. Aspergillus Fumigatus sp is the most recognized opportunistic
pathogen, especially for individuals with weakened immune system. The fungus
Aspergillus flavus sp is widely considered as one of the more important toxic molds.
Penicillium species are common contaminants on various substances. This organism
causes food spoilage and colonizes on leather objects and is an indicating organism for
dampness indoors. Some species are known to produce mycotoxins. If health effects are
noticed by occupants, in an environment with an amplification of Penicillium,
identification of Penicillium species is important.
Notwithstanding the presence of the Aspergillus/Penicillium and Basidiospore spores, the

results of the dust characterization suggest the filtration of the supplied air into the
Chamber of the HVAC is operating optimally. Table 5 provides a summary of the spore
data. Complete analytical results are attached as Appendix A.
5.8 VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUNDS

The regulations for assessing airborne contamination of certain air contaminants, which
could be detrimental to human health, are contained in Volume 29, Code of Federal
Regulations, Part 1910.1000 (Tables Z-1, Z-2 and Z-3). The Occupational Safety and
Health Administration (OSHA) has jurisdiction over workplace safety and health, and as
such, has set forth enforceable standards for workplace exposure. This document lists
specific airborne permissible exposure limit (PEL) concentrations, which an employee
can be exposed to over an 8-hour work period.
There are also many substances that are not covered by OSHA PELs, and as a result the
American Conference of Government Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH), a private
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organization of scientists has developed threshold limit values (TLVs) for exposure to
chemical, biological and physical agents in the workplace to close this data gap.
However, unlike the PELs, the TLVs established by the ACGIH are only recommended
values for IAQ. When evaluating concentrations of chemical contaminants in an IAQ
investigation, acceptable concentrations are generally considered to be one-tenth of the
OSHA standard and/or the ACGIH TLV. Other references cited but not enforceable
include the Building Biology Evaluation Guidelines (German Environmental Agency)
which applies a value for Total Volatile Organic Compounds (TVOC) in the indoor
environment of less than 100 ug/m3 as no concern (SBM 2008).
The results of a VOC scan of potential contaminants indicated Stoddard family VOCs
were not detected. Table 6 provides a summary of analytical results. A complete set of
the laboratory analytical data is attached as Appendix A.
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6.0 DISCUSSION OF RESULTS
A discussion of the inspection, laboratory analysis and items of concern are discussed in
the following section. The inset table provides a summary of results.
Parameter Potential Concern Response
OBSERVATIONS
Historical moisture intrusion Yes Requires additional investigation

HVAC registers Yes Poor-housekeeping, clean registers, replace tiles
Moldy odor Yes Odor source was not identified, needs additional investigation
Moisture readings No All readings were in the "dry" range
HVAC PARAMETERS
Carbon Dioxide No Meets ASHRAE guidelines

Relative Humidity No Below 60% meets ASHRAE guidelines
Temperature No Cooling matches Thermostat setting
ANALYTICAL RESULTS
No Stachybotrys and Fusarium moisture indicators absent

Non-Viable spores
Maybe Aspergillus/Penicillium & Basidiospore slightly elevated
No Stachybotrys and Fusarium moisture indicators absent
Viable Fungus
Maybe Elevated unidentified sterile-white fungi present
Airborne Fibers No Non-detected
No Indoor particulate loading significantly better than outdoors
Qualitative Dust
Maybe Aspergillus/Penicillium & Basidiospore slightly elevated
Volatile Organic Compounds No Non-detected
6.1 HVAC OPERATIONS

ASHRAE developed recommended guidelines for air quality specifically for the indoor
environment. These guidelines are used to assess the performance of ventilation systems
and provide indexes, which may be used when assessing the overall quality of indoor
environments. These indexes are Carbon dioxide (CO2) concentrations, ambient
temperatures, and relative humidity. The results of these screening measurements
indicated these parameters were considered generally acceptable with respect to
ASHRAE. Specifically, the HVAC was cooling the room with respect to the outdoors
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and maintaining relative humidity levels to below 60% to reduce the potential for mold
amplification.
6.2 PHYSICAL CONDITION

The HVAC diffusers located above the public seating area are dirty and the adjacent tiles
around each diffuser was also covered with dust and dirt. The natural assumption, which is
a concern of occupants, is that a dirty grill is an indication of how dirty the primary air is
that is coming out of the vent. Review of the indoor/outdoor dust characterization appears
to indicate the particulate loading in the Chamber is significantly less than the outdoors
and loading is significantly less that the reference guideline and as such the HVAC is
operating optimally, and is in-fact providing appropriately filtered air into the chamber.
Regardless of the foregoing, it is considered prudent to have a professional HVAC

contractor evaluate the roof mounted system and perform any maintenance activities
considered appropriate that might include all or some of the following: Change the
filters, and cleaning all interior components (mixing chamber, cooling coils, supply air
chamber, blower wheel) and evaluate the interior duct work as a candidate for cleaning.
6.3 MUSTY ODORS

As indicated, upon entering the Council Chamber there was an apparent and notable musty
odor. Both active and inactive mold can produce volatile organic compounds which may
have distinctive smell commonly described as musty or earthy. Such smells are
suggestive of mold growth. The odor persisted through-out the day of testing, and from a
purely qualitative standpoint the odor was thought to be most apparent on the eastern side
of the room. No gross mold amplification sites were observed
6.4 MOISTURE INTRUSION

The Council Chambers have been subject to historical moisture intrusion events,
including water intrusion through window seals, roof leaks, through the exterior block-
walls and at times elevated humidity. Many of the City issues are centered on the age of
the facility and historical maintenance practices. In response to these concerns, the City
has recently embarked on corrective actions, which included roof repairs, and the
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application of an elastomeric exterior paint. As indicated while moisture readings are
currently dry in accessible location, the historical staining at the roof and wall seam, as
well as the inaccessible wall behind the Commissioners platform are by process of
elimination considered primary areas for additional destructive testing. The open-hole in
the wall adjacent to the emergency exit should be repaired. Figure 5 provides an
illustrated photograph of items of concern.
6.5 ANALYTICAL TESTING

Fungal spore counts in air are generally sampled to determine if fungal amplification
exists in the absence of readily visible mold growth. Interior fungal amplification is
suspected when spore concentrations of inside genera exceed by a factor of two times or
more those genera detected in the outside samples. Additionally, if elevated fungal spores
detected indoors that are not detected in the outdoor samples, fungal amplification may
be occurring.
The bioaerosol analysis of both non-viable and viable results indicated that overt
moisture indicator species such as Stachybotrys and Fusarium were absent. However,
individual spore counts might be interpreted to suggest that minor amplification was
occurring.
Aspergillus/Penicillium, Basidiospore and Cladosporium were identified in the samples

at slightly elevated levels than outdoors. Sterile white fungal colonies were also found to
be elevated with respect to the outdoors, although the identification of the fungal type
could not be made. Other notable detections were Engyodontium sp. and Oidiodendron sp
both are considered common, but generally not encountered indoors. Oidiodendro sp is
said to be documented aero-allergen. Oidiodendron may cause an allergic reaction to
hypersensitive individuals at low airborne concentrations.
Absent a dose-response to specific spores, individuals may become sensitized to certain

spores even at low concentrations that may result in an allergic reaction.
Analysis for airborne fiber concentrations and selected volatile organic compounds did
not indicate a concern.
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6.6 ARCHIVAL PHOTOGRAPHS
As illustrated in the archival photographs in Appendix B, in September 2006 an area
located adjacent to the podium in the council chamber had historically been subject to
wetting events. Fans and dehumidifiers had been used to dry out the area following major
wetting events. Viewed from the courtyard, water damage had caused delamination of
brick and mortar from the area of moisture intrusion observed inside the building.
Staining and streaking down the outside of the building was also noted. Sometime after
these photographs were taken the areas of concern on the outside of the building had been
repaired. KES suggests, before investigating the area behind the false Formica wall inside
the Chamber, efforts be made to locate any reports of corrective actions inside the council
chamber between 2006 and 2009 which might provide useful background information
and shed light on the extent of corrective actions in this area.
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7.0 CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
In response to occupants concerns of poor IAQ and odor, a visual inspection and
analytical testing was proposed to evaluate the Council Chambers for potential airborne
contaminants.
By-virtue of the moldy odor encountered during the IAQ investigation, moisture intrusion
has in fact occurred in the chamber. Although a readily identifiable source was not observed.
However, by process of elimination, several hidden conditions locations were suspected,
which will require additional testing for confirmation.
Further testing is recommended at the ceiling and block-wall interface, which will require
scaffolding to investigate. Investigation of the small storage area drywall, wallpaper and
carpet; and the carpet at the commissioners platform. Removal and replacement of the
carpet at the Commissioners platform and the storage room may need to be considered.
Carpets are frequently cited as a source of mold. The area behind the false wall (Formica)
behind the commissioners desk may also require investigation.
It is considered prudent to have a professional HVAC contractor evaluate the roof

mounted system and perform any maintenance activities considered appropriate that
might include all or some of the following: Change the filters, and cleaning all interior
components (mixing chamber, cooling coils, supply air chamber, blower wheel) and
evaluate the interior duct work as a candidate for cleaning.
Review of the viable data, indicated that Engyodontium sp. and Oidiodendron spores,
were present, but at concentrations that may not be significant. Regardless, these species
are known to trigger allergic reactions to sensitive individuals, although no causal
relationship or dose response relationship can be made with respect to the data presented
herein.
In general, the non-viable fungal spore evaluation indicated that the total spores count
within the Chamber were less than the outdoors and moisture indicator species were
generally absent. However, Cladosporium was detected at twice the outdoor
concentrations. Cladosporium is a known allergen. Aspergillus/Penicillium and
Basidiospore spores were also elevated with respect to the outdoors (QD-01) which may
also contribute to allergies in indoor environments.
The analysis for fibers in air, VOCs and qualitative dust to provide an indication of the
physical quality of the air, did not quantifiably indicate the presence of these
contaminants to contribute to the notion of perceived poor air quality.
It should be stated that indoor air quality is a dynamic process, the conditions of which
may change daily and may result in site conditions different from those identified in this
report. KES has performed this assessment in accordance with standard professional
practice.
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The conclusions provided by KES are based solely on the observations described in this
submittal at the time these services were conducted. Photographic illustration of site
conditions is provided in Appendix C.
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8.0 AVAILABLE REFERENCES
There are currently no enforceable regulatory standards pertaining to air, surface, or

bulk concentrations of fungi or bacteria. In the absence of a regulatory standard, health
and safety practitioners find guidance from the American Conference of Governmental
Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) publication of the Bioaerosols Committee entitled
Guidelines for the assessment of Bioaerosols in the Indoor Environment. In general,
indoor fungal concentrations should be similar to or lower than outdoor levels. If fungi at
a significant level are only found indoors, this often suggests indoor amplification of the
fungi. Furthermore, the detection of some fungi, even at low levels, may require
further evaluation. Any presence of spored toxigenic fungi may suggest an indoor
contamination source. The following are a few of the available references.
According to OSHA (OSHA Technical Manual, Chapter 6, Indoor Air Quality

Investigation, Part D, 3,i,5;CD_Rom A94_1) contamination indicators for
airborne microorganisms are: 1,000 viable colony-forming units in a cubic meter
of air.
Mold contamination is considered present in a building when the total mold spore
concentration per cubic meter is above 10,000. However, in special cases, even
low quantitative levels of certain particles or particle types (such
as Aspergillus/Penicillium chains in an un-treated building) may be diagnostic
and may indicate a hidden mold reservoir that at least merits further investigation.
(Baxter et al)
The National Allergy Bureau (NAB) scale of mold and pollen counts considers
mold counts in outdoor air of 0-6499 spores per cubic meter of air as low, to 6500
to 12,999 spores per cubic meter of air as moderate, to 13,000 to 49,999 spores
per cubic meter of air as high, and above 50,000 as very high. At "high" levels
most individuals with any sensitivity will experience symptoms.
Acceptable levels for individual species vary since species toxicity varies widely
as does spore size, weight, and other features which affect risk to building
occupants e.g. Aspergillus/Penicillium in a "clean" residential building study was
at a mean of 230, in buildings known to have a moisture or flooding problem it
was at 2,235 and in mold contaminated buildings the figure was 36,037.
The University of Minnesota study reported Concentration Qualitative

Assessment of Mold Contamination Levels Colony Forming Units/gram -
cultured mold samples as indicators of mold level in buildings; less than 10,000
CFUs of mold per gram in a culture sample plate = low mold contamination level;
10,000 to 100,000 CFUs of mold per gram in a culture sample plate = medium
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mold contamination level; 100,000 to 1,000,000 CFUs of mold per gram in a
culture sample plate = medium to heavy mold contamination level; > 1,000,000
CFUs of mold per gram in a culture sample plate = heavy.
Other U.S. & World Government Mold Exposure Standards
For apartments in the European Union the following mold level designations are
applied: Indoor mold spore counts of < 50/m very low; Indoor mold spore counts
of < 200/m low; Indoor mold spore counts of < 1000/m medium; Indoor mold
spore counts of < 10000/m high; Indoor mold spore counts of > 10000/m very
high (European Union mold exposure standards Building Biology Evaluation
Guidelines).
Former building biology reference values for molds, SBM-1998 through SBM-
2003 (using YM Baubiologie Agar at a culture temperature of 20-24 C, colony
forming units CFU): in the air < 200 no, 200-500 slight, 500-1000 strong, >
1000/m extreme anomaly (values refer for indoor air when outdoor reference
levels are relatively low, below 500/m); on surfaces: < 20 no, 20-50 slight, 50-
100 strong, > 100/dm extreme anomaly (values refer to surfaces that are subject
to common and regular cleaning practices)
World Health Organization indicates that pathogenic and toxigenic fungi are not
acceptable in indoor air; from 50/m of a single fungal species, the source(s)
needs to be identified; a mixture of common fungi typical for a given location
(e.g. cladosporium) can be tolerated up to 500/m.
Indoor concentrations that are over 100/m above the outdoor air indicate a
problem (Senkpiel/Ohgke 2001). EU statistics for apartments: < 50/m very low,
< 200/m low, < 1000/m medium, < 10000/m high, > 10000/m very high.
New York City Department of Health Mold Severity Levels: - the New York City
Guidelines on Assessment and Remediation of Fungi in Indoor Environments - updated
in 2008. The New York City Guidelines on Assessment and Remediation of Fungi in
Indoor Environments, 2000, issued by the New York City Department of Health, have
been widely accepted and quoted by public health departments in various U.S. states,
Canadian provinces, and other regulatory agencies in other countries. The Ontario
Ministry of Labor incorporates these guidelines in a Hazard Alert on Mold in Workplace
Buildings issued in 2000.
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FIGURES
NORTH
Area of Concern
Source: Google Earth
KES
FIGURE 1
SITE LOCATION MAP
600 WEST BLUE HERON BOULEVARD Environmental Services
RIVIERA BEACH, FLORIDA
Area of Concern
NORTH
City Manager
City Council Chambers
Community Development
Offices
Second Floor Plan

City Municipal Building
Source: Riviera Beach 2001
KES
FIGURE 2
AREA OF INVESTIGATION
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Floor-to-ceiling window
Small storage Area
NORTH
(Behind curtain)
Staff Table
Dirty Diffuser & Ceiling Tiles
Masonry
Hallway
Exterior Wall
Public Seating Area
Moisture Staining
at Ceiling Seam
Carpeted Area
Carpeted Area
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Moderators Table
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c ilo
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Co
Covered
Exterior Wall
Office
Em Ex
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(Daylight present)
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NOT TO SCALE Source: Riviera Beach 2001
KES
FIGURE 3
DETAIL AND ITEMS OF CONCERN
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
AOC-3
AN-05
FIA-2
Floor-to-ceiling window
Small storage Area
NORTH
(Behind curtain)
Staff Table
SS-02
Masonry
Hallway
Exterior Wall
AOC-4 Public Seating Area
AN-03
QD-01
Carpeted Area AOC-2

AN-01
Carpeted Area FIA-1
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Moderators Table
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AOC-1 cilo
AN-02 un
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Exterior Wall
Office
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Outdoors by Entrance
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AOC-5
AN-04
AN-06
QD-02
NOT TO SCALE Source: Riviera Beach 2001
KES
FIGURE 4
SAMPLE LOCATION MAP
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Moisture stains at seam
Poly-veneer Finish
Drywall on external walls

which have been linked
to moisture intrusion
Suspected previous
generation carpets
New Carpet
KES
FIGURE 5
HIDDEN CONDITIONS AND CONCERNS
MAP COUNCIL CHAMBERS
TABLES
Table 1a - Summary of Comfort Parameters Measurements (1)
TEMPERATURE
SAMPLE RELATIVE HUMIDITY
TIME CARBON DIOXIDE (Degrees
LOCATION (%)
Fahrenheit)
7:55 447 74.4 48.3

8:45 473 72.4 58.1
9:10 479 72.5 57.3
9:30 490 72.5 56.5
11:05 505 75.8 42.7
11:15 510 74.1 51.3
11:35 526 72.8 55.7
11:45 531 72.6 55.5
Chambers (Stage) 12:00 548 72.8 57.6
12:15 545 72.4 57.3
12:30 538 72.1 57.7
12:45 534 71.7 58
1:10 539 71.9 58.2
1:40 532 71.6 57.9
2:00 534 71.3 59
2:25 539 72.2 59.1
2:55 539 71.9 58.2
9:47 570 75.6 50.8
Hallway 9:55 559 75.1 49.9
10:01 555 75.3 49.4
Guidelines:
OSHA Carbon Dioxide Permissible Exposure Limit: 5000 ppm
IAQ guidelines: 700 ppm above outdoor concentration
ASHRAE Relative Humidity below 60% to avoid fungal amplification
Table 1b - Summary of Comfort Parameters Measurements (2)
TEMPERATURE
RELATIVE HUMIDITY
SAMPLE LOCATION TIME CARBON DIOXIDE (Degrees
(%)
Fahrenheit)
8:00 436 75.5 50.1

8:50 472 73.2 57.8
9:15 481 73.2 56.6
9:35 496 72.5 55.6
11:07 493 75.1 44.7
11:20 517 75.7 52.3
11:38 529 73.2 56.1
11:50 525 72.4 56.1
Chambers (Seating) 12:05 536 72.8 55.9
12:20 546 74.3 57.1
12:35 541 72.8 58.1
12:50 541 72.3 58.3
1:15 540 72.3 57.7
1:45 543 72.1 59.3
2:05 539 72.7 58.6
2:30 539 72.2 58.4
3:00 540 72.3 57.7
10:20 418 84.3 77.6
10:25 413 85.3 73.5
Outdoors
10:30 415 86.1 72.4
10:40 420 86.8 70.8
Guidelines:
OSHA Carbon Dioxide Permissible Exposure Limit: 5000 ppm
IAQ guidelines: 700 ppm above outdoor concentration
ASHRAE Relative Humidity below 60% to avoid fungal amplification
Table 1c: Summary of Guidelines for Indoor Air Quality parameters
Observed Values in
PARAMETER IDPH ASHRAE OSHA PEL * ACGIH TLV **
Chamber
Relative Humidity 20% - 60% 30% - 60% N/A N/A 42.7-59.3%
68 - 75 F (winter) 68 - 75 F (winter)
Temperature N/A N/A 72.1 to 75.8 F
73 79 F (summer) 73 - 79 F (summer)
1,000 ppm
Carbon Dioxide 1,000 ppm 5,000 ppm 5,000 ppm 436-548 ppm
(<800 ppm preferred)
IDPH - Illinois Department of Public Health
* Occupational Safety and Health Administration Permissible Exposure Limit -- this level is a time-weighted average
and is an enforceable standard that must not be exceeded during any eight-hour work shift of a 40-hour work week.
** American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists Threshold Limit Value -- this level is a recommended time-weighted
average upper limit exposure concentration for a normal eight to 10-hour workday and a 40-hour work week.
ppm - parts per million
F - Degrees Fahrenheit
Table 2 Summary of Non-Viable Spore Results
Chamber Chamber Chamber

Sample Location Hallway Outdoors
( Moderator) ( Stage) ( Public seating)
Sample ID AOC-01 AOC-02 AOC-03 AOC-04 AOC-05

Air-O-Cell Air-O-Cell Air-O-Cell Air-O-Cell Air-O-Cell
Sampling Method
(Spores/M3) (Spores/M3) (Spores/M3) (Spores/M3) (Spores/M3)
Ascospores 7
Aspergillus/Penicillium 70 100 200 100
Basidiospores 100 40 20 100 70
Bipolaris++ 7
Cladosporium 40 20 20
Curvularia 40 20 70 7 90
Ganoderma
Myxomycetes++
Rust 7
Stachybotrys
Unidentifiable Spores 20
Torula
Pyricularia
Total Fungi 147 137 257 327 280
Blank - Not Detected

Highlight indicates fungal genera identified within referenced indoor air samples at higher levels than
outdoor reference samples.
Table 3 Summary of Viable Fungi Results
Sample Location Chamber (Stage) Chamber (Moderator) Chamber (Seating) Hallway Outdoors
Sample ID AN-01 AN-02 AN-05 AN-03 AN-04

Colony Colony Colony Colony Colony
Sampling Method (CFU/M3) (CFU/M3) (CFU/M3) (CFU/M3) (CFU/M3)
Count Count Count Count Count
Acremonium sp. 1 7
Aspergillus japonicus 1 7
Aspergillus niger 2 14
Aspergillus terreus 3 21 1 7 5 35
Bipolaris sp. 2 14
Chaetomium sp. 1 7
Chrysosporium sp. 1 7
Cladosporium cladosporioides 1 7 1 7
Cladosporium sp. 1 7 1 7 1 7
Cladosporium sphaerospermum 1 7
Curvularia sp. 1 7
Engyodontium sp. 4 28 3 21
Geotrichum sp. 1 7
Oidiodendron sp. 2 14
Penicillium citrinum 1 7
Penicillium corylophilum 1 7
Penicillium cvjetkovicii 2 14
Penicillium fellutanum 1 7
Penicillium sp. 1 7 1 7 3 21 21 147
Sporothrix sp. 1 7
Sterile(white) 9 63 8 56 6 42 4 28
Talaromyces minioluteus 1 7
Talaromyces sp. 1 7 1 7
Yeast 3 21 2 14 5 35
Total 20 140 22 154 12 84 33 231 19 133
Source: EMSL 2017

Table 4 Summary of Fibers In Air Results
Fiber
Sample Total Air Volume
Sample Location Fibers/100 Fields Concentration
Identification (Liters)
(F/cc)
FIA-1 Chamber (North) 2700 16 0.003

FIA-2 Chamber (South) 2700 7 0.001
Sample Date: July 26, 2017
Legend:
All analysis conducted by Phase Contrast Microscopy (PCM), NIOSH 7400 Method
Phase Contrast Microscopy (PCM) does not distinguish between asbestos fibers and other fibers. All fibers which meet
the criteria specified in the NIOSH 7400 method are counted without any distinction or bias.
EPA Standard for clean air is less than 0.01 F/cc
F/cc - Fibers per cubic centimeter
The Limits Of Detection (LOD) depends on sample volume and quantity of interfering dust, and is <0.01 fiber/cc for
atmospheres that are free of interferences.
Table 5 Summary of Qualitative Particulate Results
Sample Location Chamber Outdoors
Sample ID QD-01 QD-02

Air-O-Cell Air-O-Cell
Sampling Method
(Spores/M3) (Spores/M3)
Ascospores 9
Aspergillus/Penicillium 120
Basidiospores 130 20
Bipolaris++ 30
Cladosporium 30 50
Curvularia 20 40
Ganoderma
Myxomycetes++ 9 9
Rust
Stachybotrys
Unidentifiable Spores 3 3
Nigrospora 30
Total Fungi 312 191
Blank - Fungi Not Detected

Highlight indicates fungal genera identified within referenced indoor air samples at higher
levels than outdoor reference samples.
Table 6 Summary of Organic Compound Results
Sample Stoddard Solvent

Designation (ppm)
SS-01 ND
SS-02 ND
OSHA PEL 500

ACGIH TLV NE
NIOSH REL NE
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration

ACGIH American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienist
NIOSH National institute of Occupational Safety and Health
PEL Permissible Exposure Limit
REL Recommended Exposure Limit
TLV Threshold Limit Value
ppm Parts Per Million
NE Not Established
ND Not Detected
Source: EMSL 2017

Appendix A
LABORATORY
ANALYTICAL REPORTS
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Customer PO: 132-17-004
Tel/Fax: (800) 220-3675 / (856) 786-0262
http://www.EMSL.com / cinnmicrolab@emsl.com
Project ID:
Attn: Marie DeMessa Phone: (561) 319-4202

Kalimantan Environmental Services, Inc. Fax:
722 Irvine Ranch Rd. Collected:07/26/2017
Poinciana, FL 34759 Received: 07/28/2017
Analyzed: 08/10/2017
Project: Council Chambers 600 West Blue Heron Riviera Beach, Florida
Test Report: Air-O-Cell() Analysis of Fungal Spores & Particulates by Optical Microscopy (Methods EMSL 05-TP-003, ASTM D7391)
Lab Sample Number: 371715529-0001 371715529-0002 371715529-0003
Client Sample ID: AOC-01 AOC-02 AOC-03
Volume (L): 150 150 150
Sample Location Chamber (Moderator) Chamber (Stage) Chamber (Public Seating)
Spore Types Raw Count Count/m % of Total Raw Count Count/m % of Total Raw Count Count/m % of Total
Alternaria - - - - - - - - -
Ascospores 1* 7* 4.8 - - - - - -
Aspergillus/Penicillium - - - 3 70 51.1 6 100 38.9
Basidiospores 5 100 68 2 40 29.2 1 20 7.8
Bipolaris++ - - - 1* 7* 5.1 - - -
Chaetomium - - - - - - - - -
Cladosporium - - - - - - 2 40 15.6
Curvularia 2 40 27.2 3* 20* 14.6 3 70 27.2
Epicoccum - - - - - - - - -
Fusarium - - - - - - - - -
Ganoderma - - - - - - - - -
Myxomycetes++ - - - - - - - - -
Pithomyces - - - - - - - - -
Rust - - - - - - 1* 7* 2.7
Scopulariopsis - - - - - - - - -
Stachybotrys - - - - - - - - -
Torula - - - - - - - - -
Ulocladium - - - - - - - - -
Unidentifiable Spores - - - - - - 1 20 7.8
Zygomycetes - - - - - - - - -
Nigrospora - - - - - - - - -
Total Fungi 8 147 100 9 137 100 14 257 100
Hyphal Fragment - - - 1 20 - 1 20 -
Insect Fragment - - - 1 20 - - - -
Pollen - - - - - - - - -
Analyt. Sensitivity 600x - 22 - - 22 - - 22 -
Analyt. Sensitivity 300x - 7* - - 7* - - 7* -
Skin Fragments (1-4) - 1 - - 1 - - 2 -
Fibrous Particulate (1-4) - 1 - - 1 - - 1 -
Background (1-5) - 2 - - 2 - - 2 -
Bipolaris++ = Bipolaris/Drechslera/Exserohilum
Myxomycetes++ = Myxomycetes/Periconia/Smut
Vincent Iuzzolino, M.S., Laboratory Manager

No discernable field blank was submitted with this group of samples.
or other approved signatory
High levels of background particulate can obscure spores and other particulates leading to underestimation. Background levels of 5 indicate an overloading of background particulates, prohibiting accurate detection and
quantification. Present = Spores detected on overloaded samples. Results are not blank corrected unless otherwise noted. The detection limit is equal to one fungal spore, structure, pollen, fiber particle or insect fragment. "*"
Denotes particles found at 300X. "-" Denotes not detected. Due to method stopping rules, raw counts in excess of 100 are extrapolated based on the percentage analyzed. EMSL maintains liability limited to cost of analysis. This
report relates only to the samples reported above and may not be reproduced, except in full, without written approval by EMSL. EMSL bears no responsibility for sample collection activities or analytical method limitations.
Interpretation and use of test results are the responsibility of the client. Samples received in good condition unless otherwise noted.
Samples analyzed by EMSL Analytical, Inc. Cinnaminson, NJ AIHA-LAP, LLC--EMLAP Lab 100194
Initial report from: 08/10/2017 17:55:40

For information on the fungi listed in this report, please visit the Resources section at www.emsl.com
MIC_M001_0002_0001 1.71 Printed: 08/10/2017 17:55 PM Page 1 of 2
Tel/Fax: (800) 220-3675 / (856) 786-0262
Project ID:

Client Sample ID: AOC-04 AOC-05 Dummy
Volume (L): 150 150 9999
Sample Location Hallway Outdoors Dummy
Spore Types Raw Count Count/m % of Total Raw Count Count/m % of Total - - -
Alternaria - - - - - - - - -
Ascospores - - - - - - - - -
Aspergillus/Penicillium 7 200 61.2 6 100 33.3 - - -
Basidiospores 5 100 30.6 3 70 23.3 - - -
Bipolaris++ - - - - - - - - -
Chaetomium - - - - - - - - -
Cladosporium 1 20 6.1 1 20 6.7 - - -
Curvularia 1* 7* 2.1 4 90 30 - - -
Epicoccum - - - - - - - - -
Fusarium - - - - - - - - -
Ganoderma - - - - - - - - -
Myxomycetes++ - - - - - - - - -
Pithomyces - - - - - - - - -
Rust - - - - - - - - -
Torula - - - - - - - - -
Ulocladium - - - - - - - - -
Unidentifiable Spores - - - - - - - - -
Zygomycetes - - - - - - - - -
Nigrospora - - - 1 20 6.7 - - -
Total Fungi 14 327 100 15 300 100 - - -
Hyphal Fragment - - - 2 40 - - - -
Insect Fragment - - - - - - - - -
Pollen - - - 1 20 - - - -
Analyt. Sensitivity 600x - 22 - - 22 - - - -
Analyt. Sensitivity 300x - 7* - - 7* - - - -
Skin Fragments (1-4) - 2 - - 1 - - - -
Fibrous Particulate (1-4) - 1 - - 1 - - - -
Background (1-5) - 2 - - 4 - - - -


EMSL Analytical, Inc. CustomerID: KALE25
200 Route 130 North, Cinnaminson, NJ 08077
CustomerPO: 132-17-004
Phone/Fax: (800) 220-3675 / (856) 786-0262
http://www.EMSL.com cinnmicrolab@emsl.com ProjectID:
Attn: Michael Duvall Phone: (561) 319-1722

Fax:
Kalimantan Environmental Services, Inc.
Received: 07/28/17 8:00 AM
722 Irvine Ranch Rd.
Analysis Date: 8/4/2017
Poinciana, FL 34759 Collected: 7/26/2017
Test Report: Viable Fungi Identification and Enumeration from Impactors (Including
Speciation of Penicillium, Aspergillus, Cladosporium and Stachybotrys (EMSL Method
M005)
Sample Volume Incubation Sensitivity Colony
Description Location (L) Media Temp (C) (CFU/m) Fungal Identification Count CFU/m
AN-01 Chamber (Stage) 141.5 MEA 25 7 Aspergillus terreus 3 21
371715455-0001 Cladosporium cladosporioides 1 7
Cladosporium sp. 1 7
Penicillium sp. 1 7
Sterile(white) 9 63
Talaromyces sp. 1 7
Yeast 3 21
Total 20 140
AN-02 Chamber 141.5 MEA 25 7 Acremonium sp. 1 7
(Moderator)
Aspergillus terreus 1 7
371715455-0002
Chaetomium sp. 1 7
Cladosporium cladosporioides 1 7
Cladosporium sphaerospermum 1 7
Engyodontium sp. 4 28
Penicillium sp. 1 7
Sporothrix sp. 1 7
Sterile(white) 8 56
Yeast 2 14
Total 22 154
Analyst(s)
Zeljko Jurjevic (6) Vincent Iuzzolino, M.S., Laboratory Director
Positive hole correction factors have not been applied to the reported data.
The detection limit is equal to 1 colony forming unit (CFU) per agar plate. EMSL maintains liability limited to cost of analysis. This report relates only to the samples reported above and may not be
reproduced, except in full, without written approval by EMSL. EMSL bears no responsibility for sample collection activities or analytical method limitations. Interpretation of the data contained in this report
is the responsibility of the client. Samples received in good condition unless otherwise noted.
Samples analyzed by EMSL Analytical, Inc. Cinnaminson, NJ AIHA-LAP, LLC--EMLAP Accredited #100194
Initial report from 08/09/2017 12:07:29
Test Report ViableFungi-7.26.0 Printed: 8/9/2017 12:07:29 PM 1

For information on the fungi listed in this report please visit the Resources section at www.emsl.com
Phone/Fax: (800) 220-3675 / (856) 786-0262

Fax:
Received: 07/28/17 8:00 AM
M005)
AN-03 Hallway 141.5 MEA 25 7 Engyodontium sp. 3 21
371715455-0003 Penicillium corylophilum 1 7
Penicillium cvjetkovicii 2 14
Penicillium fellutanum 1 7
Penicillium sp. 21 147
Yeast 5 35
Total 33 231
AN-04 Outdoor 141.5 MEA 25 7 Aspergillus japonicus 1 7
371715455-0004 Aspergillus niger 2 14
Background Aspergillus terreus 5 35
Bipolaris sp. 2 14
Chrysosporium sp. 1 7
Curvularia sp. 1 7
Geotrichum sp. 1 7
Penicillium citrinum 1 7
Sterile(white) 4 28
Total 19 133
AN-05 Chamber (Seating) 141.5 MEA 25 7 Oidiodendron sp. 2 14
371715455-0005 Penicillium sp. 3 21
Sterile(white) 6 42
Talaromyces sp. 1 7
Total 12 84
Analyst(s)
Test Report ViableFungi-7.26.0 Printed: 8/9/2017 12:07:29 PM 2

For information on the fungi listed in this report please visit the Resources section at www.emsl.com
Phone/Fax: (800) 220-3675 / (856) 786-0262

Fax:
Received: 07/28/17 8:00 AM
M005)
AN-06 Outdoor 141.5 MEA 25 7 Aspergillus flavus 1 7
371715455-0006 Aspergillus niger 3 21
Background Cladosporium sp. 1 7
Curvularia sp. 4 28
Fusarium sp. 1 7
Penicillium sp. 4 28
Pithomyces sp. 1 7
Sterile(dark) 4 28
Sterile(white) 3 21
Total 24 168
No discernable blank was submitted with this group of samples.
Analyst(s)
Test Report ViableFungi-7.26.0 Printed: 8/9/2017 12:07:29 PM THIS IS THE LAST PAGE OF THE REPORT. 3
Customer PO:
Tel/Fax: (800) 220-3675 / (856) 786-5974
Project ID:
http://www.EMSL.com / cinnasblab@EMSL.com
Attention: Marie DeMessa Phone: (561) 319-4202

722 Irvine Ranch Rd. Received Date: 07/28/2017 8:00 AM
Poinciana, FL 34759 Analysis Date: 07/28/2017
Collected Date: 07/26/2017
Project: 132-17-004 / Council Chambers / 600 West Blue Heron Riviera Beach Florida
Test Report: Fiber Count by Phase Contrast Microscopy (PCM), NIOSH 7400 Method - A Rules,
Revision 3, Issue 2, 8/15/94
Volume LOD Fibers/ Fibers/

Sample Location Sample Date Fibers Fields Notes
(liters) (fib/cc) mm cc
FIA-1 Chamber (North) 7/26/2017 2700.00 16 100 0.001 20.4 0.003
041722199-0001
FIA-2 Chamber (South) 7/26/2017 2700.00 7 100 0.001 8.92 0.001
041722199-0002
Blank Blank 7/26/2017 0.00 <5.5 100 <7.01 Field Blank
041722199-0003
The results reported have been blank corrected as applicable.
Analyst(s):
Susan Muir PCM (3)

Benjamin Ellis, Laboratory Manager
or Other Approved Signatory
Limit of detection is 7 fibers/mm. Intra-laboratory Sr values: 5-20 fibers = 0.36, 21-50 fibers = 0.39, 51-100 fibers = 0.22. Inter-laboratory Sr values (Average of EMSL round robin data) = 0.30. EMSL maintains liability limited to
cost of analysis. This report relates only to the samples reported above and may not be reproduced, except in full, without written approval by EMSL. EMSL bears no responsibility for sample collection activities or analytical method
limitations. Interpretation and use of test results are the responsibility of the client. EMSL is not responsible for data reported in fibers/cc, which is dependent on volume collected by non-laboratory personnel. Results have been blank
corrected as applicable. The results in this report meet all requirements of the NELAC standards unless otherwise noted. Samples received in good condition unless otherwise noted.
Samples analyzed by EMSL Analytical, Inc. Cinnaminson, NJ NYS ELAP 10872, AIHA-LAP, LLC--IHLAP Accredited #100194, NJ DEP 03036, PA ID# 68-00367
ASB_PCM_NoSig_0003 Printed: 7/29/2017 12:09 AM Page 1 of 1

Tel/Fax: (800) 220-3675 / (856) 786-0262
Project ID:

Client Sample ID: QD-01 QD-02 Dummy
Volume (L): 375 375 9999
Sample Location Chambers Outdoor/Background Dummy
Spore Types Raw Count Count/m % of Total Raw Count Count/m % of Total - - -
Alternaria - - - - - - - - -
Ascospores - - - 1 9 4.7 - - -
Aspergillus/Penicillium 14 120 38.5 - - - - - -
Basidiospores 15 130 41.7 2 20 10.5 - - -
Bipolaris++ - - - 3 30 15.7 - - -
Chaetomium - - - - - - - - -
Cladosporium 3 30 9.6 6 50 26.2 - - -
Curvularia 2 20 6.4 5 40 20.9 - - -
Epicoccum - - - - - - - - -
Fusarium - - - - - - - - -
Ganoderma - - - - - - - - -
Myxomycetes++ 1 9 2.9 1 9 4.7 - - -
Pithomyces - - - - - - - - -
Rust - - - - - - - - -
Torula - - - - - - - - -
Ulocladium - - - - - - - - -
Unidentifiable Spores 1* 3* 1 1* 3* 1.6 - - -
Zygomycetes - - - - - - - - -
Nigrospora - - - 3 30 15.7 - - -
Total Fungi 36 312 100 22 191 100 - - -
Hyphal Fragment 1 9 - 3 30 - - - -
Insect Fragment - - - - - - - - -
Pollen - - - - - - - - -
Analyt. Sensitivity 600x - 9 - - 9 - - - -
Analyt. Sensitivity 300x - 3* - - 3* - - - -
Skin Fragments (1-4) - 2 - - 1 - - - -
Fibrous Particulate (1-4) - 1 - - 1 - - - -
Background (1-5) - 2 - - 4 - - - -


EMSL Analytical, Inc.
200 Route 130 North, NJ 08077 Tel: 856-858-4800
Client: Kalimantan Environmental Services, Inc. EMSL Order ID: 371715532
722 Irvine Ranch Rd. Date Received: 07/31/2017
Poinciana, FL 34759 Date Analyzed: 08/14/2017
Attention: Michael Duvall Date Reported: 08/14/2017
Project: Council Chambers 600 West Blue Heron Riveria Beach, Florida
Dust Characterization (Level 2) - Enumeration (Method M281)

Identification of Biological & Non-Biological Particles by Optical Microscopy
Lab Sample Number 371715532-0001 371715532-0002
Client Sample ID QD-01 QD-02
Sample Type Air Air
Sample Location Chambers Outdoor/Background
Sample Volume (liters) 375 375
Particle Types Raw Count Count/m3 % of Total Raw Count Count/m3 % of Total
Particles of Plant Origin - - - - - -
Pollen - - - - - -
Fern/Moss Spores - - - 1 3 0.0
Cellulose Fibers 6 20 1.2 - - -
Starch Particles 1 3 0.2 - - -
Trichomes - - - - - -
Other Plant Particles - - - 2 6 0.0
Algae - - - - - -
Diatoms - - - - - -
Hyphal Fragments 1 3 0.2 7 20 0.0
Particles of Animal Origin - - - - - -
Skin Cells 70 190 11.6 7 20 0.0
Animal Hair - - - - - -
Mites - - - - - -
Insect Fragments - - - - - -
Non-Biological Particles - - - - - -
Opaque/Dark Particles 510 1360 83.3 4,590 12200 13.1
Glass Fibers - - - - - -
Synthetic Fibers 1 3 0.2 - - -
Translucent/Transparent Particles 20 54 3.3 30,456 81000 86.9
Total 609 1,633 100 35,063 93,249 100
Analytical Sensitivity = 3 3
High levels of particulate can obscure each other and lead to underestimation. Identification of starch particles using this method is limited to particles
with a distinct hilum, fissures, or lamellae. EMSL maintains liability limited to cost of analysis. This report relates only to the samples reported above
and may not be reproduced, except in full, without written approval by EMSL. EMSL bears no responsibility for sample collection activities or
analytical method limitations. Interpretation and use of test results are the responsibility of the client. Samples received in good condition unless
otherwise noted.
Report Date Report Revision Revision Comments
8/14/2017 R0 Initial Report
Vincent Iuzzolino, M.S.

Microbiology Laboratory Director
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EMSL Analytical, Inc. 200 Route 130 North, Cinnaminson, NJ 08077
Order ID: 281702771

Attn: Marie De Messa Customer ID: KALE25
Kalimantan Environmental Services, Inc. Customer PO:
722 Irvine Ranch Rd. Date Received: 07/28/17
Poinciana, FL 34759
Project: 132-17-004 // Council Chambers EMSL Project ID:
Report Date: 08/09/17 Date Analyzed: 08/03/17
Test Report Total Hydrocarbon Analysis for Stoddard Solvent (as VM&P
Naphtha) by GC/FID of 3M Passive Monitoring Badges via modified NIOSH
1550
Client Sampling Reporting Reporting Sample Sample
Sample
Sample Compound Time Limit Limit Amount Amount
ID
ID / Location (min) (g) (ppm) (g) (ppm)
281702771-0001 SS-01 Stoddard Solvent 480 7.4 0.11 ND ND
281702771-0002 SS-02 Stoddard Solvent 480 7.4 0.11 ND ND
Desorption Blank - Stoddard Solvent 7.4 NA ND ND
Notes:
1. Samples were received in acceptable condition unless otherwise noted.
2. These results relate only to the samples tested.
3. Sample results are blank corrected.
4. Discernable field blank(s) submitted with samples if listed.
5. ND denotes Not Detected.
AS ____________________________
Analyst Scott VanEtten, CIH- Lab Manager
Or other approved signatory
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OrderID: 041722199
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OrderID: 281702771
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Appendix B
HISTORICAL ARCHIVAL
PHOTOGRAPHS (2006)
View of staining in Commissioner Hall
View damage to exterior wall

Appendix C
PHOTOGRAPHS
Council Chambers IAQ
External view of emergency exit door External view of Council Chamber (note exterior cladding)
External view of into City Hall ( council chamber creates overhang) External view of emergency exit from council chamber
Interior view of Chamber from entrance View across Chamber floor during IAQ sampling
View of IAQ sample pumps at Councilors Stage View across public area in council chamber
View of dirty diffuser View of exit door Water mark at ceiling seam
IAQ sampler proximal to diffuser Second dirty diffuser Water mark at ceiling seam
View emergency exit door Carpet by exit door Thermostat setting
View of daylight through door seam Second view of door seam Carpet by exit door

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IAQ Testing and Analytical Results

City of Riviera Beach

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co

EXCUTIVE SUMMARY ................................................................................................... 2

1 Site Location Map

1a Summary of Comfort Parameters Measurements (1)

A Laboratory Analytical Reports

It is considered prudent to have a professional HVAC contractor evaluate the roof

2.1 FACILITY SETTING

2.2 SITE OBSERVATIONS

2.3 HISTORICAL MOISTURE INTRUSION

2.4 HVAC REGISTERS

2.6 MOISTURE READINGS

3.1 CARBON DIOXIDE

3.2 RELATIVE HUMIDITY

3.4 NON-VIABLE FUNGAL SAMPLES

3.5 VIABLE FUNGAL SAMPLES

3.6 AIRBORNE FIBERS

3.7 QUALITATIVE DUST

3.8 SOLVENT SCAN

As a precursor to IAQ sampling, an initial walk-through inspection was conducted to

Excessive microorganisms (bio-amplification) within a building may contribute to a

5.1 CARBON DIOXIDE

5.2 RELATIVE HUMIDITY

5.4 NON-VIABLE FUNGUS

5.5 VIABLE FUNGUS

5.6 AIRBORNE FIBERS

5.7 QUALITATIVE DUST

While it is important to stress there is no dose-response data to the occurrence of airborne

Notwithstanding the presence of the Aspergillus/Penicillium and Basidiospore spores, the

5.8 VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUNDS

Parameter Potential Concern Response

Historical moisture intrusion Yes Requires additional investigation

Carbon Dioxide No Meets ASHRAE guidelines

No Stachybotrys and Fusarium moisture indicators absent

6.1 HVAC OPERATIONS

6.2 PHYSICAL CONDITION

Regardless of the foregoing, it is considered prudent to have a professional HVAC

6.3 MUSTY ODORS

6.4 MOISTURE INTRUSION

6.5 ANALYTICAL TESTING

Aspergillus/Penicillium, Basidiospore and Cladosporium were identified in the samples

Absent a dose-response to specific spores, individuals may become sensitized to certain

It is considered prudent to have a professional HVAC contractor evaluate the roof

There are currently no enforceable regulatory standards pertaining to air, surface, or

According to OSHA (OSHA Technical Manual, Chapter 6, Indoor Air Quality

The University of Minnesota study reported Concentration Qualitative

Other U.S. & World Government Mold Exposure Standards

Source: Google Earth

City Council Chambers

Second Floor Plan

Source: Riviera Beach 2001

Carpeted Area AOC-2

NOT TO SCALE Source: Riviera Beach 2001

Drywall on external walls

7:55 447 74.4 48.3

8:00 436 75.5 50.1

Relative Humidity 20% - 60% 30% - 60% N/A N/A 42.7-59.3%

IDPH - Illinois Department of Public Health

Chamber Chamber Chamber

Sample ID AOC-01 AOC-02 AOC-03 AOC-04 AOC-05

Blank - Not Detected

Sample ID AN-01 AN-02 AN-05 AN-03 AN-04