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1/17/2020 |
Peter |
Roper |
Mystic, CT resident. |
Mystic |
Connecticut |
This sounds like a good plan. More efficient transportation makes sense. This sounds like a good plan. More efficient transportation makes sense. |
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1/18/2020 |
<Lisa |
Gras |
Ms |
West Haven |
Connecticut |
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1/18/2020 |
Regina |
Mastrogiacomo |
Union of concerned scientists |
Southington |
Connecticut |
It is the right thing to do for all future generations to end our dependence on dirty fuels and have great transportation. It is the right thing to do for all future generations to end our dependence on dirty fuels and have great transportation. |
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1/19/2020 |
Pamela |
Hohberger |
Salutation* |
Danbury |
Connecticut |
Where I live I have 30,000 cars pass every day. I hate this road and all the fast moving traffic. The speed limit is 45, but does anyone ever do 45? NO it more like 80 and 90mph. If you put up... read more Where I live I have 30,000 cars pass every day. I hate this road and all the fast moving traffic. The speed limit is 45, but does anyone ever do 45? NO it more like 80 and 90mph. If you put up radar traps then you would have enough money in a year to fix all the roads State by State. I also have trouble renting my home because of all the noise and filth from the traffic! We have to breath all this filth and it makes me ill. I used to be able to sit outside in the summer but not anymore! I have traveled 9,000 miles across America on a camping trip recently just to see all the National Parks and thank God they are still there, but soon the rest of America will become cemented over and all the lovely wild animals will be killed off on these dreadful highways and all the trees will be cut down because it's called progress. I realize it is a vast country but why can't we manage our transportation system more like in Europe with electric trams? So much cleaner!!! Why do we have to build huge concrete and glass buildings everywhere, so many ugly places sprawled out eating up the fields and meadows, and then we wonder why the birds and the bees are dying at a record pace!!! STOP and REFLECT the long term consequences. |
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1/20/2020 |
Marianne |
McNallen |
Ms |
Norwich |
Connecticut |
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1/28/2020 |
Elizabeth |
Gibbs |
CT Fund for the Environment |
Norwalk |
Connecticut |
I support TCI because Connecticut’s transportation sector is the biggest single emitter of greenhouse gas emissions in the state at 38% of the total. This is a climate crisis, and we must... read more I support TCI because Connecticut’s transportation sector is the biggest single emitter of greenhouse gas emissions in the state at 38% of the total. This is a climate crisis, and we must immediately work to address the greatest challenge of our generation. |
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1/28/2020 |
Stephen |
Lewis |
Self |
South Windsor |
Connecticut |
I endorse the goals of the TCI to reduce carbon emissions from transportation in our region. This is vital since transportation is the largest source of our carbon emissions. I endorse the goals of the TCI to reduce carbon emissions from transportation in our region. This is vital since transportation is the largest source of our carbon emissions. |
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1/28/2020 |
Jeffrey |
Gross |
Sierra Club |
Storrs |
Connecticut |
The structure of a program like TCI is highly targeted on the actual problem - carbon emissions -- while also providing resources for policies and programs to mediate the problem at a root cause... read more The structure of a program like TCI is highly targeted on the actual problem - carbon emissions -- while also providing resources for policies and programs to mediate the problem at a root cause level. TCI will need to be in force over many years, with consistent and predictable changes in its cost impacts in order to modify market behavior in a non-disruptive way. I believe the market will be receptive to the spirit and financial incentives of TCI.
As an EV owner and rider of public transit I support the MOU as a way evolve our transportation system from carbon-emitting single-rider vehicles to electrified multimodal options. |
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1/28/2020 |
David |
Schneider |
Town Resident |
Branford |
Connecticut |
We need to reduce greenhouse gas on every front to create an environment to meet the basic needs of clean air, pure water, viable soil for plant life and food supply, and David the sustainability... read more We need to reduce greenhouse gas on every front to create an environment to meet the basic needs of clean air, pure water, viable soil for plant life and food supply, and David the sustainability of all life forms that enrich life on Earth. Sound transportation strategies, building strategies, community planning strategies, etc. designed to support the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions in order to achieve these objectives for a healthful future for the generations to come. |
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1/28/2020 |
Sarah |
Middeleer |
CTASLA |
Newtown |
Connecticut |
Connecticut’s transportation sector is the biggest single emitter of greenhouse gas emissions in the state at 38% of the total. This is a climate crisis, and we must immediately work to address... read more Connecticut’s transportation sector is the biggest single emitter of greenhouse gas emissions in the state at 38% of the total. This is a climate crisis, and we must immediately work to address the greatest challenge of our generation.
I support a transportation plan that is focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and pollution while investing in sustainable transportation modes. Bus transit, rail, walking, and biking must be improved across the state, especially in cities and town centers.
This transportation plan is also a land use plan, and we must stop investing in a sprawling, unsustainable development model. Future development in the state must be in cities, town centers, and near transit stations.
We should not be investing in expanding interstates. Expanding our interstates in Connecticut both increases emissions in the long term from induced demand and increased driving while putting development pressure on the state’s dwindling forests and farms.
Many cities and towns in the region have shovel-ready plans to improve transit, rail, and active transportation. We must invest in a future with more people on buses, trains, on foot, and riding bicycles. That future includes more transit-oriented development in walkable communities.
Addressing greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles also means immediate health benefits for our most overburdened populations as a result of improved air quality and fewer emissions of localized pollutants responsible for cancer and respiratory and cardiovascular ailments, among other adverse health impacts. |
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1/28/2020 |
Kenny |
Foscue, MPH |
North Haven Clean Energy Task Force |
North Haven |
Connecticut |
Addressing greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles also means immediate health benefits for our most overburdened populations as a result of improved air quality and fewer emissions of... read more Addressing greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles also means immediate health benefits for our most overburdened populations as a result of improved air quality and fewer emissions of localized pollutants responsible for cancer and respiratory and cardiovascular ailments, among other adverse health impacts. |
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1/29/2020 |
Joseph |
Moller |
Resident of MERIDEN - |
Meriden |
Connecticut |
Connecticut’s transportation sector is the biggest single emitter of greenhouse gas emissions in the state at 38% of the total. This is a climate crisis, and we must immediately work to address... read more Connecticut’s transportation sector is the biggest single emitter of greenhouse gas emissions in the state at 38% of the total. This is a climate crisis, and we must immediately work to address the greatest challenge of our generation.
· I support a transportation plan that is focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and pollution while investing in sustainable transportation modes. Bus transit, rail, walking, and biking must be improved across the state, especially in cities and town centers.
· This transportation plan is also a land use plan, and we must stop investing in a sprawling, unsustainable development model. Future development in the state must be in cities, town centers, and near transit stations.
· We should not be investing in expanding interstates. Expanding our interstates in Connecticut both increases emissions in the long term from induced demand and increased driving while putting development pressure on the state’s dwindling forests and farms.
· Many cities and towns in the region have shovel-ready plans to improve transit, rail, and active transportation. We must invest in a future with more people on buses, trains, on foot, and riding bicycles. That future includes more transit-oriented development in walkable communities.
· Addressing greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles also means immediate health benefits for our most overburdened populations as a result of improved air quality and fewer emissions of localized pollutants responsible for cancer and respiratory and cardiovascular ailments, among other adverse health impacts. |
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1/29/2020 |
Lauren |
Gorham |
NA |
Gales Ferry |
Connecticut |
To Whom It May Concern:
I fully support this plan. We need a transportation plan that will work to reduce transportation related emissions; focus funds on improving existing roads,... read more To Whom It May Concern:
I fully support this plan. We need a transportation plan that will work to reduce transportation related emissions; focus funds on improving existing roads, rails, and other infrastructure; and fosters use of alternative means of transportation such as walking, biking, and mass transport.
While these efforts may not reduce global warming, they can reduce local greenhouse emissions and greatly improve air quality and health.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Laurie P Gorham
Gales Ferry, CT |
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1/29/2020 |
Sandra |
Olsen |
CFE member |
Haddam Neck |
Connecticut |
Connecticut’s transportation sector is the biggest single emitter of greenhouse gas emissions in the state at 38% of the total. This is a climate crisis, and we must immediately work to address... read more Connecticut’s transportation sector is the biggest single emitter of greenhouse gas emissions in the state at 38% of the total. This is a climate crisis, and we must immediately work to address the greatest challenge of our generation.
I support a transportation plan that is focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and pollution while investing in sustainable transportation modes. Bus transit, rail, walking, and biking must be improved across the state, especially in cities and town centers.
This transportation plan is also a land use plan, and we must stop investing in a sprawling, unsustainable development model. Future development in the state must be in cities, town centers, and near transit stations.
We should not be investing in expanding interstates. Expanding our interstates in Connecticut both increases emissions in the long term from induced demand and increased driving while putting development pressure on the state’s dwindling forests and farms.
Many cities and towns in the region have shovel-ready plans to improve transit, rail, and active transportation. We must invest in a future with more people on buses, trains, on foot, and riding bicycles. That future includes more transit-oriented development in walkable communities.
Addressing greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles also means immediate health benefits for our most overburdened populations as a result of improved air quality and fewer emissions of localized pollutants responsible for cancer and respiratory and cardiovascular ailments, among other adverse health impacts. |
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1/29/2020 |
Claire |
Matthews |
CFE Save the Sound |
Essex |
Connecticut |
Connecticut’s transportation sector is the biggest single emitter of greenhouse gas emissions in the state at 38% of the total. This is a climate crisis, and we must immediately work to address... read more Connecticut’s transportation sector is the biggest single emitter of greenhouse gas emissions in the state at 38% of the total. This is a climate crisis, and we must immediately work to address the greatest challenge of our generation.
I support a transportation plan that is focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and pollution while investing in sustainable transportation modes. Bus transit, rail, walking, and biking must be improved across the state, especially in cities and town centers.
This transportation plan is also a land use plan, and we must stop investing in a sprawling, unsustainable development model. Future development in the state must be in cities, town centers, and near transit stations.
We should not be investing in expanding interstates. Expanding our interstates in Connecticut both increases emissions in the long term from induced demand and increased driving while putting development pressure on the state’s dwindling forests and farms.
Many cities and towns in the region have shovel-ready plans to improve transit, rail, and active transportation. We must invest in a future with more people on buses, trains, on foot, and riding bicycles. That future includes more transit-oriented development in walkable communities.
Addressing greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles also means immediate health benefits for our most overburdened populations as a result of improved air quality and fewer emissions of localized pollutants responsible for cancer and respiratory and cardiovascular ailments, among other adverse health impacts.
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1/29/2020 |
Robert |
Nussbaum |
Land Trust |
Essex |
Connecticut |
Transportation and land use are inextricably intertwined. We need to invest in development that is transportation-centric, and stop investing in a sprawling, unsustainable development model.... read more Transportation and land use are inextricably intertwined. We need to invest in development that is transportation-centric, and stop investing in a sprawling, unsustainable development model. Future development in the state must be in cities, town centers, and near transit stations. We need more density of development, but with safeguards against the gentrification-driven price increases that drive lower income families further away from access to transportation. And the plan needs to deal wit the "last mile", it needs to get people from home to jobs without two hours worth of multiple poorly connected modes of transportation.
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1/29/2020 |
Andrea |
Kerin |
Personal conviction |
Fairfield |
Connecticut |
I support this initiative. If we are to save our planet from the worst effects of climate change, we need organized efforts like these across many carbon producing sectors. A few important... read more I support this initiative. If we are to save our planet from the worst effects of climate change, we need organized efforts like these across many carbon producing sectors. A few important points to recognize and support:
• Connecticut’s transportation sector is the biggest single emitter of greenhouse gas emissions in the state at 38% of the total. This is a climate crisis, and we must immediately work to address the greatest challenge of our generation.
• I support a transportation plan that is focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and pollution while investing in sustainable transportation modes. Bus transit, rail, walking, and biking must be improved across the state, especially in cities and town centers.
• This transportation plan is also a land use plan, and we must stop investing in a sprawling, unsustainable development model. Future development in the state must be in cities, town centers, and near transit stations.
• We should not be investing in expanding interstates. Expanding our interstates in Connecticut both increases emissions in the long term from induced demand and increased driving while putting development pressure on the state’s dwindling forests and farms.
• Many cities and towns in the region have shovel-ready plans to improve transit, rail, and active transportation. We must invest in a future with more people on buses, trains, on foot, and riding bicycles. That future includes more transit-oriented development in walkable communities.
• Addressing greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles also means immediate health benefits for our most overburdened populations as a result of improved air quality and fewer emissions of localized pollutants responsible for cancer and respiratory and cardiovascular ailments, among other adverse health impacts.
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1/29/2020 |
Andrew |
Lopez |
Connecticut College |
New London |
Connecticut |
Connecticut’s transportation sector is the biggest single emitter of greenhouse gas emissions in the state at 38% of the total. This is a climate crisis, and we must immediately work to reduce... read more Connecticut’s transportation sector is the biggest single emitter of greenhouse gas emissions in the state at 38% of the total. This is a climate crisis, and we must immediately work to reduce carbon emissions from trucks and cars.
I enthusiastically support a transportation plan that is focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and pollution while investing in sustainable transportation modes. Bus transit, rail, walking, and biking must be improved across the state, especially in cities and town centers.
This transportation plan is also a land use plan, and we must stop investing in a sprawling, unsustainable development model. Future development in the state must be in cities, town centers, and near transit hubs. Some of the transit hubs we have are neglected and in critical need of repair and improvement.
We should not be investing in expanding the interstate highway system. Expanding our interstates in Connecticut both increases emissions in the long term from induced demand and increased driving while putting development pressure on the state’s dwindling forests and farms.
Many cities and towns in the region have shovel-ready plans to improve transit, rail, and active transportation. We must invest in a future with more people on buses, trains, on foot, and riding bicycles. That future includes more transit-oriented development in walkable communities.
Addressing greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles also means immediate health benefits for our most overburdened populations as a result of improved air quality and fewer emissions of localized pollutants responsible for cancer and respiratory and cardiovascular ailments, among other adverse health impacts.
I write to you as a dedicated bike/ped and public transit commuter in southeastern Connecticut with asthma. Thank you for your careful consideration of this extremely important issue. We must act now.
Sincerely,
Andrew Lopez
286 Montauk Ave.
New London, CT 06320
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1/29/2020 |
Royal |
Graves |
CTLCV - member |
Wethersfield |
Connecticut |
There is a climate crisis. It is the responsibility of everyone to limit the creation of greenhouse gases (GHG). This is especially important for those people living in industrialized modern... read more There is a climate crisis. It is the responsibility of everyone to limit the creation of greenhouse gases (GHG). This is especially important for those people living in industrialized modern economies that have historically and continue to emit large amounts of GHG.
In Connecticut transportation is the greatest single emitter of greenhouse gases (GHG). We must work to implement the many good options for reducing GHG from transportation in CT. I support a transportation plan that:
⦁ Encourages bus transit, rail, walking, and biking;
⦁ Stops investing in a sprawling, unsustainable suburbs and supports the development of clean multi-use sustainable cities and town centers.
⦁ Reduces investment in roads (including interstates) and increases support for CT farms.
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1/29/2020 |
Jessica |
Kurose |
Connecticut Resident |
Sandy Hook |
Connecticut |
We need to do everything we can to reduce green house gas emissions and one of those things is to fix our transportation system. Here are some of the things I agree with environmental agencies on... read more We need to do everything we can to reduce green house gas emissions and one of those things is to fix our transportation system. Here are some of the things I agree with environmental agencies on:
1. Connecticut’s transportation sector is the biggest single emitter of greenhouse gas emissions in the state at 38% of the total. This is a climate crisis, and we must immediately work to address the greatest challenge of our generation.
2. I support a transportation plan that is focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and pollution while investing in sustainable transportation modes. Bus transit, rail, walking, and biking must be improved across the state, especially in cities and town centers.
3. This transportation plan is also a land use plan, and we must stop investing in a sprawling, unsustainable development model. Future development in the state must be in cities, town centers, and near transit stations.
4. We should not be investing in expanding interstates. Expanding our interstates in Connecticut both increases emissions in the long term from induced demand and increased driving while putting development pressure on the state’s dwindling forests and farms.
5. Many cities and towns in the region have shovel-ready plans to improve transit, rail, and active transportation. We must invest in a future with more people on buses, trains, on foot, and riding bicycles. That future includes more transit-oriented development in walkable communities.
6. Addressing greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles also means immediate health benefits for our most overburdened populations as a result of improved air quality and fewer emissions of localized pollutants responsible for cancer and respiratory and cardiovascular ailments, among other adverse health impacts. |
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