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2/27/2020 |
barb |
schneiders |
retired |
Bennington |
Vermont |
fight climate change. we all need to do our part. fight climate change. we all need to do our part. |
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1/20/2020 |
Nicole |
Schneiter |
Citizen |
Richmond |
Virginia |
I support the MOU and the flexibility allowed for programming and initiatives on a state and local level. It is a step in the right direction and I hope to see states continue to support this... read more I support the MOU and the flexibility allowed for programming and initiatives on a state and local level. It is a step in the right direction and I hope to see states continue to support this program! |
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2/24/2020 |
Robert |
Schoenholtz |
None |
Hawley |
Pennsylvania |
Reducing pollution from transportation is a key component to reducing Pennsylvania's emissions.
Public transit investments that could be made with TCI proceeds would be valuable.... read more Reducing pollution from transportation is a key component to reducing Pennsylvania's emissions.
Public transit investments that could be made with TCI proceeds would be valuable.
Please choose the aggressive greenhouse gas reduction target that the most recent climate science tells us we need.
I urge that the policy prioritizes clean investments in areas overburdened by pollution and/or for those who don’t have access to transportation choices. |
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1/17/2020 |
Sandra |
Scholar |
individual |
Falls Church |
Virginia |
We are in climate crisis, and we need a strong, regional low-carbon transportation system. The highways are clogged with too many cars, and making more lanes is not the answer. We need to... read more We are in climate crisis, and we need a strong, regional low-carbon transportation system. The highways are clogged with too many cars, and making more lanes is not the answer. We need to preserve our natural areas and reduce our dependence on automobiles. |
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5/29/2019 |
Dan |
Scholten |
First Religious Society, Unitarian Universalist |
Carlisle |
Massachusetts |
The climate crisis is the most important issue of our generation, so I have been working most of my life on this, to protect the future for my children and grandchildren. We need to put a price... read more The climate crisis is the most important issue of our generation, so I have been working most of my life on this, to protect the future for my children and grandchildren. We need to put a price on carbon through a carbon fee and dividend approach (call it a "green energy dividend"). This will provide incentives for clean energy, electric cars, and mass transit in a way that provides dividends to low income people that need it the most. I appreciate your bipartisan dedication to this issue. |
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2/13/2020 |
Daniel |
Scholten |
Mass. Resident |
Carlisle |
Massachusetts |
Given the imminent threat of the climate crisis, we need to take immediate action to reduce our dependence on fossil fuels. The revenue from the TCI program could be used to modernize our... read more Given the imminent threat of the climate crisis, we need to take immediate action to reduce our dependence on fossil fuels. The revenue from the TCI program could be used to modernize our transportation system on a regional scale. I thank Gov. Baker for his leadership and encourage Mass. to join this program. |
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1/16/2020 |
Clifford |
Schorer |
Columbia University |
Greenwich |
Connecticut |
The challenge does not lie with a shortage of efficient technology. We possess all that we need. Steps to take:Set strict standards for the energy efficiency of all buildings. They are a major... read more The challenge does not lie with a shortage of efficient technology. We possess all that we need. Steps to take:Set strict standards for the energy efficiency of all buildings. They are a major source of pollution. Ratings are easy to establish and monitor and with common sense upgrades. - coupled with heavy fines for non-compliers. Utilize advanced battery technology combined with solar and wind making it possible to have an extremely energy efficient home that is not even connected to the grid. This will work now in many parts of the county. The payback is fast, the results incredible. Develop and utilize high speed rail service that will minimize the heavy pollution caused by air travel (More pollution is generated by a coast to coast flight than if every passenger drove instead. Develop dedicated truck "piggy back rail service" between regional hubs. Of course local and accessible parking are key. Reward companies for staggering work hours to maximize traffic flow. Stop subsidies for Oil and Gas production and put the savings to research. If we are serious we can accomplish in a limited time frame. |
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2/21/2020 |
Carol |
Schreter |
individual |
Baltimore |
Maryland |
The lack of public transportation in Baltimore is shocking. Instead of subsidizing the oil and gas industries, this money should go to subsidizing ridership on public transportation, on both local... read more The lack of public transportation in Baltimore is shocking. Instead of subsidizing the oil and gas industries, this money should go to subsidizing ridership on public transportation, on both local and regional trips. Good for the young. Good for the old. And we all pass through both phases in life. So that equals good for all of us. |
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2/22/2020 |
Curtis |
Schroeder |
Draper |
Waltham |
Massachusetts |
I take commuter rail and the subway to work five days a week. I would love to see more cars on some of the peak schedule trains on the Fitchburg line. I would also like to see more frequent... read more I take commuter rail and the subway to work five days a week. I would love to see more cars on some of the peak schedule trains on the Fitchburg line. I would also like to see more frequent weekday evening trains. Generally, whenever I attend a professional meeting in Cambridge or Boston on a weekday evening, I end up taking Bus 70 home, because my journey falls between the wide gaps in the night train schedule. I understand some cities have smaller commuter rail trains with electric engines that run more frequently to better support non-peak times. Collecting ridership analytics on every train on every commuter rail line would help guide this. |
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1/16/2020 |
SHIRLEY |
SCHUE |
citizen |
Cherry valley |
New York |
I support a transportation system that does not need natural gas or oil. Electric rail using renewable energy sources would be the way to go.We have to reduce our carbon footprint now and... read more I support a transportation system that does not need natural gas or oil. Electric rail using renewable energy sources would be the way to go.We have to reduce our carbon footprint now and transition to cleaner more sustainable alternatives because if we fail to act now, we will destroy our economy and our planet. Natural gas is not a clean alternative. It leaks methane in every phase and is significantly accelerating green house gas emissions. Thanks for listening. Please work with scientists and engineers to reduce our carbon emissions in our transportation sector. |
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2/26/2020 |
SHIRLEY |
SCHUE |
none |
Cherry valley |
New York |
Please design a transportation system that will reduce carbon emissions that are at an all time high and are causing significant harm to the planet. Please include a cap and trade policy. Carbon... read more Please design a transportation system that will reduce carbon emissions that are at an all time high and are causing significant harm to the planet. Please include a cap and trade policy. Carbon needs to be taken into account when pricing energy. Renewable energy sources rather fossil fuels become more competitive and affordable when the true cost of carbon is taken into effect. |
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10/14/2020 |
Shirley |
Schue |
None |
Cherry valley |
New York |
We have to address climate change and reduce carbon emissions in all sectors and transportation is a big one. We need to use more electric vehicles We have to address climate change and reduce carbon emissions in all sectors and transportation is a big one. We need to use more electric vehicles |
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2/29/2020 |
Susan |
Schulman |
Hinesburg, VT citizen |
Hinesburg |
Vermont |
I believe that there is a climate emergency and that it would be irresponsible not to join the Transportation and Climate Initiative. I believe that there is a climate emergency and that it would be irresponsible not to join the Transportation and Climate Initiative. |
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2/21/2020 |
Rolf |
Schulte |
CUNY Graduate Ctr. |
New York |
New York |
just one aspect : how many years - I've lived in N.Y. for over 40 years - has it taken us to finally get rid of polluting MTA buses ? Finally we have, only partially, alas, a fleet of... read more just one aspect : how many years - I've lived in N.Y. for over 40 years - has it taken us to finally get rid of polluting MTA buses ? Finally we have, only partially, alas, a fleet of electric/"clean energy" hybrid vehicles : eliminate those old polluting buses entirely, please ! |
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1/16/2020 |
Kaylene |
Schultz |
Mother, grandmother |
Phoenixville |
Pennsylvania |
This was needed yesterday! We must act NOW. we are seeing the effects of climate change and we all know it will get worse. We now know it is accelerating faster. NOW is the time for action.... This was needed yesterday! We must act NOW. we are seeing the effects of climate change and we all know it will get worse. We now know it is accelerating faster. NOW is the time for action. |
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2/10/2020 |
Sara |
Schultz |
Sierra Club Niagara Group |
Williamsville |
New York |
It is imperative, in order to reduce GHGs 40% by 2030, that we transition to EVs and BEBs as well as expand light rail and improve our public transportation systems. New car buyers need to be... read more It is imperative, in order to reduce GHGs 40% by 2030, that we transition to EVs and BEBs as well as expand light rail and improve our public transportation systems. New car buyers need to be incentivized to buy electric. We need to continue the NY State rebates as well as pass legislation to have the first $30K of the EV purchase be tax free. We need to move more quickly on the infrastructure of fast chargers along all of our highways. This would encourage those who still have range anxiety that q quick charge is available everywhere across the state. Expanding light rail in NYs larger cities will take many cars off the road, reduce commute time and bring economic development along it's corridors. We need to provide more grants for our transit authorities to transition to BEBs as well as our school systems. This is an environmental justice issue as well as a way to improve our air quality. Since the transportation sector generates up to 40% of all GHGs in NY State with over 60% coming from light passenger vehicles improving accessibility and reliability in our public transit systems is of utmost importance in the equation. Buffalo residents without cars have long waiting periods between buses, sometimes dangerous stops due to snow pile up and not enough routes for outer city jobs. These are all ways to improve transportation while addressing goals to reduce GHGs. |
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2/20/2020 |
Danielle |
Schultz |
Private citizen concerned about public health and our planet |
Huntington |
New York |
Transportation is the largest source of air pollution in the region, and we need to build a modern, clean, safe, and accessible transportation system for the 21st century. The more we limit... read more Transportation is the largest source of air pollution in the region, and we need to build a modern, clean, safe, and accessible transportation system for the 21st century. The more we limit pollution from motor fuels, the more jobs we create, the more the economy grows, the healthier our air becomes, and the more lives we save. New York should join TCI to fund better transportation infrastructure, reduce traffic, and make my community a cleaner, safer place to live. |
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2/21/2020 |
Kaylene |
Schultz |
Private Citizen |
Phoenixville |
Pennsylvania |
If we don’t do something NOW to reverse climate change, we ain’t seen nothing yet...our weather is only going to get more dramatic..we ALL MUST do our part. I live in Phoenixville. There are no... read more If we don’t do something NOW to reverse climate change, we ain’t seen nothing yet...our weather is only going to get more dramatic..we ALL MUST do our part. I live in Phoenixville. There are no local trains coming into this town from Phila. Hell, there are no local trains coming to King of Prussia...no wonder our roads are jammed packed all the time. It’s not rush hour, it’s rush day! |
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2/25/2020 |
Anneliese |
Schultz |
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Gray |
Maine |
Our transportation system in Maine’s is really outdated, and a huge source of climate pollution.
It's not enough for Maine residents, who deserve clean-energy affordable... read more Our transportation system in Maine’s is really outdated, and a huge source of climate pollution.
It's not enough for Maine residents, who deserve clean-energy affordable transportation options delivering economic, health, and climate benefits to local communitie
TCI’s bipartisan policy model seems to be effective and proven, so it would make sense for Maine to work with neighboring states using TCI’s model.
Thank you for your attention to this crucial issue,
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2/28/2020 |
Peggy |
Schultz |
individual comments |
Newark |
Delaware |
I wholeheartedly endorse the Memorandum of Understanding presented by the Transportation Climate Initiative.
First and foremost, Delaware and our nation are woefully behind what... read more I wholeheartedly endorse the Memorandum of Understanding presented by the Transportation Climate Initiative.
First and foremost, Delaware and our nation are woefully behind what should be our obligation to mitigate the effects of climate change. We need to do absolutely everything possible to spare our state and our nation from disaster. We are told here in Delaware that we will lose 10% of our land by 2100. This is an untenable situation. Adding a fee to gasoline and diesel fuels as they enter our state for re-sale would go far in alleviating the stress on our climate due to transportation-generated emissions.
I urge that the administrators of the auction returns give special attention to the advantages of reducing vehicle miles traveled (VMT) by means of supportive land use policies...possibly paying for appropriate pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure in a new Delaware phenomenon, Complete Communities Enterprise Districts.
Some critics of the TCI claim that poor people will be unfairly targeted by policies which will probably add additional cost to gasoline. Although the situation is not ideal, underserved populations may, and probably will, receive a disproportionate (and appropriate) share of the benefits accrued from the auction process. If climate change sets in even more severely than it is now, it is the poor who are left with fewer options in turns of moving to higher ground or using other means to avoid the brunt of the changing climate’s fury. In order to protect the poor we must do everything possible to reduce carbon emissions.
Right now the cost of gasoline is fairly low, so costs added to gasoline under current conditions would not be even as noticeable as normal fluctuations in the gas price. Germans pay regulatory taxes of 65.45 cents per liter of gas, plus 19 cents per liter in a value added, or sales tax. Since there are more than three liters in a gallon, this would equate to added fees of more than $2 per gallon, yet the German economy has not crumbled and people still manage to travel.
I beg our governmental officials to adopt this Memorandum of Understanding.
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