5/7/2021 |
Jacqui |
Lieberman |
Self |
Washington |
District of Columbia |
I am supportive of the TCI-P. While it is not a perfect solution, it will move the ball forward to decrease air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, improve public health, and generate revenues... read more I am supportive of the TCI-P. While it is not a perfect solution, it will move the ball forward to decrease air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, improve public health, and generate revenues to promote environmental justice. Transportation is a major source of greenhouse gas emissions in the DMV (DC/MD/VA) region, and dangerous particulates can lead to health problems like asthma. Sooner, rather than later, in order to solve these problems we need to move to a clean transportation system, and a clean-energy economy.
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5/7/2021 |
Mark |
Eakin |
retired |
Silver Spring |
Maryland |
Transportation is the biggest source of greenhouse gas emissions in the region, as well as dangerous particulates that cause health problems like asthma. Particulate emissions especially impact... read more Transportation is the biggest source of greenhouse gas emissions in the region, as well as dangerous particulates that cause health problems like asthma. Particulate emissions especially impact those near major roads, which often include lower income and minority communities. To solve these problems we need to move to a clean transportation system, and a clean-energy economy. TCI-P will greatly help the region do this – it will improve air quality, lower health care costs, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and generate revenue for other environmental initiatives to further accelerate our progress.
I support a strong TCI-P Model Rule that (1) ensures meaningful climate action to address the largest driver of our climate crisis, (2) directs significant investments to correcting historic inequities in overburdened and underserved communities; and (3) affords 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 receive a greater-then-proportional share of investments from the program, (2) integration of air quality commitments across the region, and (3) robust empowerment of state equity advisory bodies |
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5/7/2021 |
Bill |
Pugh |
individual resident of TCI state |
Alexandria |
Virginia |
I strongly support the model-rule for the TCI program. A regional cap-and-trade program is essential to lower climate emissions of the biggest source here in my home state of Virginia. ... read more I strongly support the model-rule for the TCI program. A regional cap-and-trade program is essential to lower climate emissions of the biggest source here in my home state of Virginia.
Improvements to the as proposed rule would be:
- A more stringent cap to result in even larger GHG reductions. This is a nickel or dime on the cost of gas, which is already too cheap.
- A minimum investment in revenues to make sure overburdened and underserved communities in VA get more-then-proportional share of investments from the program.
- Acknowledgement that sufficient reductions require additional measures by TCI jurisdictions to reduce VMT and electrify their auto and truck fleets.
- Inclusion of affordable housing near transit as an eligible investment for TCI revenues.
Thank you.
Bill Pugh
Alexandria, VA |
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5/7/2021 |
Philomena |
Dunkl |
University of Virginia |
Charlottesville |
Virginia |
I oppose Virginia joining the TCI. The policies of the TCI to reduce carbon emission will result in increased costs for energy and gasoline. These costs will be a burden to businesses and... read more I oppose Virginia joining the TCI. The policies of the TCI to reduce carbon emission will result in increased costs for energy and gasoline. These costs will be a burden to businesses and consumers, costs which will impact negatively on low income Virginia residents. The resulting increases in taxes and consumer prices will be a act as a flat tax on all residents. More businesses and residents will leave Virginia for low-tax, business friendly states. |
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5/7/2021 |
Adam |
Siegel |
Self |
McLean |
Virginia |
In the Commonwealth of Virginia, the transportation sector is the key (and essentially largest) polluter -- from particulates that harm human health to carbon emissions that worsen climate risks.... read more In the Commonwealth of Virginia, the transportation sector is the key (and essentially largest) polluter -- from particulates that harm human health to carbon emissions that worsen climate risks. Addressing transportation pollution will pay off for Virginians, in multiple ways, including that improved health will not just make us happier and reduce suffering but will also foster increased productivity in our businesses, offices, and schools. And, that reduced pollution will reduce environmental damages (local to global).
As well, the TCI-P is to be lauded as a tool to address environmental injustices driven by (for example) polluting diesel pollution in poorer communities. TCI-P revenue could, for example, be leveraged to accelerate electric school bus programs which will have tremendous benefits for the students, their neighborhoods, and for the Commonwealth in the near and long term.
The TCI-P offers a quite moderate, market-based tool to help foster a cleaner transportation system. Leveraging the market -- penalizing polluting transportation and incentivizing clean transportation -- will have real benefits for today's and tomorrow's Virginians and Virginia.
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5/7/2021 |
Ralph |
Grove |
Sierra Club |
Richmond |
Virginia |
Transportation emissions are a significant problem, affecting air pollution, climate change, and environmental injustice.
We need a modern, sustainable transportation system that... read more Transportation emissions are a significant problem, affecting air pollution, climate change, and environmental injustice.
We need a modern, sustainable transportation system that centers on people, not cars. The solution must include more train service, inexpensive public transportation, and bikeable/walkable communities, as well as electric vehicles.
The TCI is a step in the right direction, and I fully support it. |
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5/7/2021 |
Chris |
Herb |
CEMA |
Cromwell |
Connecticut |
Please see our comments attached in opposition. Please see our comments attached in opposition. |
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5/7/2021 |
Adam |
Siegel |
Self |
McLean |
Virginia |
In the Commonwealth of Virginia, the transportation sector is the key (and essentially largest) polluter -- from particulates that harm human health to carbon emissions that worsen climate risks.... read more In the Commonwealth of Virginia, the transportation sector is the key (and essentially largest) polluter -- from particulates that harm human health to carbon emissions that worsen climate risks. Addressing transportation pollution will pay off for Virginians, in multiple ways, including that improved health will not just make us happier and reduce suffering but will also foster increased productivity in our businesses, offices, and schools. And, that reduced pollution will reduce environmental damages (local to global).
As well, the TCI-P is to be lauded as a tool to address environmental injustices driven by (for example) polluting diesel pollution in poorer communities. TCI-P revenue could, for example, be leveraged to accelerate electric school bus programs which will have tremendous benefits for the students, their neighborhoods, and for the Commonwealth in the near and long term.
The TCI-P offers a quite moderate, market-based tool to help foster a cleaner transportation system. Leveraging the market -- penalizing polluting transportation and incentivizing clean transportation -- will have real benefits for today's and tomorrow's Virginians and Virginia.
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5/7/2021 |
Margaret |
Ozierski |
Member of the Public |
Richmond |
Virginia |
I support the TCI-P! Please put the brakes on pollution and conserve our environment in VA and the area. I support the TCI-P! Please put the brakes on pollution and conserve our environment in VA and the area. |
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5/7/2021 |
Steven |
Gillard |
Parent and Presbyterian Ruling Elder |
Arlington |
Virginia |
I support TCI-P as an effort to lower emission from the transportation sector and to raise revenue to fund the infrastructure we need to further reduce emissions and to support frontline... read more I support TCI-P as an effort to lower emission from the transportation sector and to raise revenue to fund the infrastructure we need to further reduce emissions and to support frontline communities who are disproportionately affected by pollution from transportation. I support efforts that recognize that market mechanisms can benefit environmental justice efforts and have the potential to build a broad base of political support. As a Christian and a dad I want to take aggressive action to give my kids a livable future and to steward God's beautiful creation. |
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5/7/2021 |
Oliver |
Speck |
Private |
Richmond |
Virginia |
I strongly support this. I strongly support this. |
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5/7/2021 |
William |
Espinosa |
concerned citizen and member of various organizations ffighting climate change |
Ivy |
Virginia |
No issue is more important than addressing the climate crisis and everything that can reasonably be done to minimize GHG emissions from the transportation sector should be undertaken. Please take... read more No issue is more important than addressing the climate crisis and everything that can reasonably be done to minimize GHG emissions from the transportation sector should be undertaken. Please take into account that proposed actions by the Biden Administration should lessen the burden on the states and localities by providing funding for new infrastructure including charging stations and rail transit. |
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5/7/2021 |
Linda |
Mullen |
NASVirginia A-KSC (retired) |
Penn Laird |
Virginia |
Virginia should not join TCI. It will impact average citizens, truckers, and businesses alike. Virginia should not join TCI. It will impact average citizens, truckers, and businesses alike. |
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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 |
Rachel |
Levy |
Virginia Interfaith Power & Light member |
Ashland |
Virginia |
[I/we] 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... read more [I/we] 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." |
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5/7/2021 |
Carol |
Stephens |
League of Women Voters Richmond Metro |
Richmond |
Virginia |
I do not have the background to understand the technical aspects of your draft model. However, I do feel that it is important to make known to the public the plans being incorporated in the... read more I do not have the background to understand the technical aspects of your draft model. However, I do feel that it is important to make known to the public the plans being incorporated in the various districts. This can be through church organizations, climate change groups, and those involved in civic review. I just received this request for input this afternoon from Virginia Interfaith Power and Light the last day of comment period, but the last day was to be April 1st. It appears to me that there needs to be better outreach to grassroots organizations. The LWV of Richmond Metro has a Transportation Committee that want to know about these efforts and could spread the word in the community. It seems to me that more needs to be planned in the outreach area if you truly want to have the underserved and overly burdened to be able to have a say in what is happening. |
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5/7/2021 |
Barbara |
Duerk |
CONNECT NOW |
Roanoke |
Virginia |
Climate and air quality are directly related to a healthy community. Community design should be walking and bicycling friendly. HEALTHY community includes neighborhood schools where children can... read more Climate and air quality are directly related to a healthy community. Community design should be walking and bicycling friendly. HEALTHY community includes neighborhood schools where children can walk or bicycle to school. HEALTHY communities need village centers where people can access jobs, services, medical care and entertainment. HEALTHY communities provide alternative multimodal Greenways, Blueways, and activities to breakdown barriers and build bridges between communities.
Promote CAR FREE days. Provide incentives for TAKE TRANSIT. BIKE TO WORK DAY during BIKE MONTH.
Note: Electric cars are dangerous for cyclists because they can not be heard. It is better to encourage other programs to eliminate (at least reduce) transportation congestion and medigate air quality. Community design and walking and bicycling would make a huge difference.
Thank you for listening,
Barbara N. Duerk
2607 Rosalind Ave., S.W., Roanoke, VA 24014 |
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5/7/2021 |
Greg |
Singleton |
Virginia resident concerned about climate change |
Springfield |
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 |
Eldon |
Boes |
NA |
Alexandria |
Virginia |
I strongly support Virginia's participation in a regional transportation and climate initiative. Virginia must move forward to do its share in reducing global greenhouse gas emissions, and... read more I strongly support Virginia's participation in a regional transportation and climate initiative. Virginia must move forward to do its share in reducing global greenhouse gas emissions, and regional compacts are a smart and economically sound tool to help with that. So, my bottom line is that VIRGINIA'S PARTICIPATION is essential. The exact nature of it isn't nearly as important as making sure we are participating. |
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5/7/2021 |
daria |
parnes |
Self |
Herndon |
Virginia |
Cp/I is necessary in order to encourage clean emissions from all gasoline powered vehicles as they are phased out and cleaner
Alternatives are developed. Please consider the ROI on this... read more Cp/I is necessary in order to encourage clean emissions from all gasoline powered vehicles as they are phased out and cleaner
Alternatives are developed. Please consider the ROI on this for future generations. Funding now will protect our planet and our species.
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