5/5/2021 |
Joan |
McIntyre |
Individual |
Arlington |
Virginia |
I support a strong TCI-P Model Rule that (1) ensures meaningful climate action to address Virginia's largest driver of our climate crisis, (2) directs significant investments to correcting... read more I support a strong TCI-P Model Rule that (1) ensures meaningful climate action to address Virginia's largest driver of our climate crisis, (2) directs significant investments to correcting historic inequities in overburdened and underserved communities; and (3) affords Virginia the opportunity for a cleaner, healthier transportation system. I call for the TCI-P Model Rule to include (1) a minimum investment amount to ensure overburdened and underserved communities in Virginia receive a greater-then-proportional share of investments from the program, (2) integration of air quality commitments across Virginia, and (3) robust empowerment of Virginia's Equity Advisory Body. Rapidly reducing carbon emissions from transportation through more robust public transit and multimodal options and conversion of vehicles to electric or zero-carbon fuels is essential to avoiding the worst consequences of the climate crisis. |
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5/6/2021 |
Joan |
Chapman |
retired |
Charlottesville |
Virginia |
I support Virginia joining the Transportation & Climate Initiative (TCI). I support Virginia joining the Transportation & Climate Initiative (TCI). |
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5/7/2021 |
Jim |
Jewett |
citizen |
Locust Dale |
Virginia |
I oppose Virginia joining the group. This will only add to consumer and business costs and have no impact on CO2 emissions. I oppose Virginia joining the group. This will only add to consumer and business costs and have no impact on CO2 emissions. |
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5/7/2021 |
Jim |
Lindsay |
None |
Arlington |
Virginia |
Transportation emissions are a huge driver of climate change, accounting for nearly half of Virginia’s carbon output, while also emitting toxic air pollution that falls disproportionately on low-... read more Transportation emissions are a huge driver of climate change, accounting for nearly half of Virginia’s carbon output, while also emitting toxic air pollution that falls disproportionately on low-income populations and communities of color.
The Transportation and Climate Initiative Program (TCI-P) is a welcome step forward to addressing this major source of pollution, while steering needed investments in a modern, sustainable transportation system.
Funding provided by the TCI-P could help with ongoing efforts to put more electric vehicles on the road in Virginia along with equitably distributed charging infrastructure across the state.
The TCI-P also presents the opportunity to drive investments in a cleaner transportation system in the communities that have suffered the most from vehicle pollution. While the model rule calls for at least 35 percent of TCI proceeds to go toward frontline, impacted communities, here in Virginia I would hope we go above and beyond that benchmark, investing at least half of our TCI revenue in programs and infrastructure that will lower this disproportionate pollution burden.
I hope this important framework moves forward for the good of our climate, our health and our future.
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5/7/2021 |
JeVerna |
Haynes |
private citizen |
Fredericksburg |
Virginia |
Transportation & Climate Initiative Program (TCI-P) This program must go forward. This area has so much traffic, thus so much pollution, that my grandmother was afraid to even go outside in... read more Transportation & Climate Initiative Program (TCI-P) This program must go forward. This area has so much traffic, thus so much pollution, that my grandmother was afraid to even go outside in the 1980s. We made improvements, then Trump took us backward, when we hadn't gone nearly far enough as it was. We must, must, must see this happen. |
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5/5/2021 |
Jesse |
Huddleston |
Retired |
Barboursville |
Virginia |
Virginia cannot afford to join the TCI.
The cost to the energy sector will trickle
down and impact all Virginians using fuel. Virginia cannot afford to join the TCI.
The cost to the energy sector will trickle
down and impact all Virginians using fuel. |
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5/7/2021 |
Jesse |
Bohl |
None |
North Chesterfield |
Virginia |
If the level of carbon pumped into our air by fossil fuels is not curtailed greatly and very soon, there will be no air left for us, as well as lots of other living beings to breath. If the level of carbon pumped into our air by fossil fuels is not curtailed greatly and very soon, there will be no air left for us, as well as lots of other living beings to breath. |
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5/7/2021 |
Jenny |
Hansbrough |
Healthcare |
Harrisonburg |
Virginia |
I strongly oppose the plan to increase the cost of gas for this project. Families and businesses are already hurting from the “government free money” plan - no one wants to work! Now you want to... read more I strongly oppose the plan to increase the cost of gas for this project. Families and businesses are already hurting from the “government free money” plan - no one wants to work! Now you want to add a tax to gas? This will increase the costs of all services. |
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5/2/2021 |
Jennifer |
Kleindienst |
Self |
Middletown |
Connecticut |
Please see attached testimony. Please see attached testimony. |
2021 05 TCI-P Model Rule Public Comments.pdf |
5/7/2021 |
jennifer |
schutt |
na |
henrico |
Virginia |
put a brake on carbon emissions while investing in cleaner, more equitable and resilient transportation systems put a brake on carbon emissions while investing in cleaner, more equitable and resilient transportation systems |
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5/4/2021 |
Jeffrey |
Williams |
Private citizen |
Fredericksburg |
Virginia |
As noted in the Free Lance-Star, this is an "all pain and no gain" proposal for drivers, especially low income rural and those who commute distances because they can't afford to... read more As noted in the Free Lance-Star, this is an "all pain and no gain" proposal for drivers, especially low income rural and those who commute distances because they can't afford to live in high cost cities. This proposal would take away critical funds needed to maintain roads that are still needed even if electric vehicle usage is increased, and cause hardship due to the prices increases passed on to consumers, all for .000018 degree C reduction in global warming (according to Dr. David Schnare, a 34 year veteran of the EPA). Add that to the madness of pushing electric vehicles which have a massive production impact on global warming and the environment that takes years to break even on from reduced emissions, and it is clear to see how the TCI-P is a bad idea. |
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5/7/2021 |
Jeffrey |
Jacobs |
EVA/DC |
Herndon |
Virginia |
Virginia should join the TCI-P, we need energy independence and security and we can do that no better than moving to electric cars and driving them on clean domestic fuel. What’s more, we need to... read more Virginia should join the TCI-P, we need energy independence and security and we can do that no better than moving to electric cars and driving them on clean domestic fuel. What’s more, we need to mind the Atmosphere so our power should be clean for our cars and our houses. This is why we need to be part of the TCI-P. |
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5/8/2021 |
jeffrey |
parnes |
us citizen |
oak hill |
Virginia |
I saw neither definitions of overburdened nor underserved, which make up the basis for section xx-3. I assume that overburdened refers to that segment of the population which is taxed at a higher... read more I saw neither definitions of overburdened nor underserved, which make up the basis for section xx-3. I assume that overburdened refers to that segment of the population which is taxed at a higher rate than a specified percentage of the median burden rate. |
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5/5/2021 |
Jeff |
Roadcap |
Citizen |
Broadway |
Virginia |
I’m opposed to Virginia joining the TCI. It will cost consumers and businesses too much at the gas pump. This ignorance of trying to kill fossil fuels in a short order is irresponsible.... read more I’m opposed to Virginia joining the TCI. It will cost consumers and businesses too much at the gas pump. This ignorance of trying to kill fossil fuels in a short order is irresponsible. Technology is improving and we will get there but not at the expense of killing businesses and costing families more. This venture needs to be funded privately not by the taxpayer! Stop the stupidity!! |
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5/6/2021 |
Jeff |
Fromuth |
Resident within TCI jurisdiction |
Washington |
District of Columbia |
Please find comments attached. Please find comments attached. |
Comments on TCI-P Draft.docx |
5/7/2021 |
Jeff |
Schafer |
None |
Everett |
Washington |
TCI-P,
"According to soil scientists, at current rates of soil destruction (i.e. decarbonization,.....),....we will literally no longer have enough arable topsoil to feed ourselves.... read more TCI-P,
"According to soil scientists, at current rates of soil destruction (i.e. decarbonization,.....),....we will literally no longer have enough arable topsoil to feed ourselves."
DECARBONIZATION is causing Soil Destruction!!!
What we NEED is to take the extra Carbon out of the air & put it directly into the ground, where it is needed.
We do not need to fully decarbonize the transportation sector, nor is it desirable as it will CREATE other severe problems like Soil Destruction.
We need to cut-out the middlemen, like the transportation sector, & simply use Carbon Capture to take excess CO2 out of the air & inject it into the soil where it is needed most.
Way too much emphasis has been put on Carbon in the atmosphere (which is very benign) & not enough focus on gases far more dangerous to Climate Change, from refrigerant used in Air Conditioners to Methane Gas (Methane's "global warming potential is 86 times higher than carbon dioxide when averaged over 20 years").
We NEED Energy Diversity, & not rely on just 1 type of energy (like electricity), to have a BALANCED approach to a Healthy Environment while meeting our Energy Needs in a Common-Sense Clean manner (like with Renewable Gasoline, Renewable Diesel, & other Biofuels for transportation, ALL of which are made from recycled EXISTING CO2).
We should NOT be wasting Time nor Money "reinventing the wheel", which creates additional unnecessary pollution.
Nor should we go to the extremes of fully decarbonization which will lead to other More Severe Environmental problems.
Keep in mind "The current industrial food system is responsible for 44 to 57% of all global greenhouse gas emissions." (The "current industrial food system", NOT transportation.) https://regenerationinternational.org/why-regenerative-agriculture
Regards,
Jeff |
'DECARBONIZATION' is causing 'SOIL DESTRUCTION' (from Regenerative Agriculture site) [WORD version].docx |
5/6/2021 |
Jean |
Umiker-Sebeok |
Unitarian Universalists of Charlottesville |
Charlottesville |
Virginia |
I wholeheartedly support the collaborative effort by TCI-P to reduce carbon emissions and invest in cleaner, more equitable and sustainable transportation systems. Multi-jurisdictional programs... read more I wholeheartedly support the collaborative effort by TCI-P to reduce carbon emissions and invest in cleaner, more equitable and sustainable transportation systems. Multi-jurisdictional programs can help assure that projects are implemented and funded. We urgently need this kind of collaboration to save our earth and way of life. |
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5/6/2021 |
Jean |
Umiker-Sebeok |
Unitarian Universalists of Charlottesville |
Charlottesville |
Virginia |
I wholeheartedly support the collaborative effort by TCI-P to reduce carbon emissions and invest in cleaner, more equitable and sustainable transportation systems. Multi-jurisdictional programs... read more I wholeheartedly support the collaborative effort by TCI-P to reduce carbon emissions and invest in cleaner, more equitable and sustainable transportation systems. Multi-jurisdictional programs can help assure that projects are implemented and funded. We urgently need this kind of collaboration to save our earth and way of life. |
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5/7/2021 |
Jean |
Wintemute |
Faith Alliance for Climate Solutions |
Reston |
Virginia |
I support a strong TCI-P Model Rule that (1) ensures meaningful climate action to address Virginia's largest driver of our climate crisis, (2) directs significant investments to correcting... read more I support a strong TCI-P Model Rule that (1) ensures meaningful climate action to address Virginia's largest driver of our climate crisis, (2) directs significant investments to correcting historic inequities in overburdened and underserved communities; and (3) affords Virginia the opportunity for a cleaner, healthier transportation system. I also urge for the TCI-P Model Rule to include (1) a minimum investment amount to ensure overburdened and underserved communities in Virginia receive a greater-then-proportional share of investments from the program, (2) integration of air quality commitments across Virginia, and (3) robust empowerment of Virginia's Equity Advisory Body. |
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5/5/2021 |
Jason |
Kaiser |
Northern Vermont University |
Lyndonville |
Vermont |
The XX-3.1 Equity investment commitment is critical. The "overburdened and underserved communities" that this subsection refers to -- receiving "no less than 35 percent of the... read more The XX-3.1 Equity investment commitment is critical. The "overburdened and underserved communities" that this subsection refers to -- receiving "no less than 35 percent of the proceeds from the auction of allowances to ensure that overburdened and underserved communities benefit equitably from clean transportation projects and programs" is not a high enough percentage for these communities. Instead, the percent of revenue dedicated to equity investments must exceed the percentage of overburdended and underserved (to later be defined) communities in the state. Unlike a flat percentage, this would ensure that there’s enough money to make meaningful investments in our most vulnerable communities.
I am concerned that there is economic risk if Governor Scott and the Vermont Legislature refuse to join TCI-P. Like RGGI, most of the facilities that will have to purchase allowances are located outside of Vermont and, according to Vermont’s lead TCI negotiator, it is “possible and very likely” these companies will pass on their compliance costs to Vermonters regardless if Vermont participates. So, to take advantage of TCI-P’s economic benefits and avoid a situation where Vermonters are paying for modern infrastructure in states outside of Vermont, I urge Governor Phil Scott and the Vermont Legislature to support participation in TCI-P from the get-go. |
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