11/27/2019 |
Dana |
Krueger |
Krueger Food Laboratories, Inc. |
Chelmsford |
Massachusetts |
I am strongly opposed to the Transportation and Climate Initiative and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts' potential participation in it. I do not believe that control of CO2 emissions from... read more I am strongly opposed to the Transportation and Climate Initiative and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts' potential participation in it. I do not believe that control of CO2 emissions from combustion of transportation fuels is a legitimate or a socially beneficial onjective of state legislation. To the extent that such regulation is nonetheless deemed necessary, it should be regulated through fuel tax policy, voted on and administered by the state legislature, not through an opaque and unaccountable regional authority. Further, many aspects of the proposed initiative involve delegations of power and authority substantially unrelated to the stated objective. I believe that this entire program is a special interest power grab to achieve new regulatory and taxing authority, outside of the normal legislative and executive processes.
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11/30/2019 |
Nick |
Adams |
None |
Chelmsford |
Massachusetts |
Once again Massachusetts is leading the region in yet another “ progressive” initiative designed to dupe hardworking taxpayers into what amounts to a thinly veiled tax that was ALREADY VOTED DOWN... read more Once again Massachusetts is leading the region in yet another “ progressive” initiative designed to dupe hardworking taxpayers into what amounts to a thinly veiled tax that was ALREADY VOTED DOWN! Enough already... |
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12/1/2019 |
Paul |
Kelley |
None |
Chelmsford |
Massachusetts |
Higher gas taxes increase cost of food. And all manufacturers goods This affects every one ! Cost increases on everyone and everything! Stop ✋This NOW Higher gas taxes increase cost of food. And all manufacturers goods This affects every one ! Cost increases on everyone and everything! Stop ✋This NOW |
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12/4/2019 |
Cornelius |
Horan |
Citizen "Stakeholder" |
Chelmsford |
Massachusetts |
The intent of your initiative is most laudable, but as the old saying goes "the devil is in the details". And in that initiative I see numerous details that provide opportunities for the... read more The intent of your initiative is most laudable, but as the old saying goes "the devil is in the details". And in that initiative I see numerous details that provide opportunities for the devil to do what the devil does.
A cursory examination of your website reveals that you intend to reduce carbon emissions from the combustion of transportation fuels through "a cap-and-invest program or other pricing mechanism".
Please define "other pricing mechanism". Is there more than one? And just who will pay for the monetary needs of the "other pricing mechanism"? I think I can make a pretty good guess.
Your Draft Regional Policy Proposal decrees that:
Spring – Fall 2020 – Participating jurisdictions develop a “model rule” and take any legislative steps that could be needed to implement the regional program.
2021 – Jurisdictions conduct rulemaking process to adopt regulation
So how do you define “jurisdiction” what “legislative steps” will the “jurisdiction” take? Do you mean a mandated increase of the excise tax that Massachusetts taxpayers are already paying for gasoline? We Taxpayers will have something to say about that, and it won’t be “Yassa, Boss.
I recommend that you review the history from which you have obviously not learned. In 2013 the Mass legislature tried to tie future increases in the state gasoline to the CPI – in other words an Automatic Gas Tax Increase. The very next year the people of Massachusetts successfully put on the ballot a referendum question on that fuel tax increase and threw it right back in the legislators' faces. And the minute you try to shove your “other pricing mechanism” down our throats you had better brace yourselves for the very same reaction.
Having reviewed the many implications and the expected results of your planned "initiatives" I have just two words for you -- and those two words are not "Happy Birthday". Those words also apply to the horse you rode in on.
Sincerely yours,
Cornelius Horan
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12/18/2019 |
Michael |
Harradon |
self |
Chelmsford |
Massachusetts |
You will be taking money Out of the pockets of tens of thousands of commuters and travelers who prefer to drive or have no choice but to drive a car. In addition, as trucks bring the goods we all... read more You will be taking money Out of the pockets of tens of thousands of commuters and travelers who prefer to drive or have no choice but to drive a car. In addition, as trucks bring the goods we all buy to the stores we frequent or to our homes, you will be raising the prices for everyone. The people who can least afford this will bear the brunt. If your solution is to move people to public transportation, I ask you: at what point in our history has this been a preferable option for anyone? Do I need to detail public transportation's myriad problems?And how do truckers use public transportation. Put me down as a solid "No" for this. I'll be heading to New Hampshire to do as much of my business as possible. |
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1/13/2020 |
M |
Carpenter |
Independent |
Chelmsford |
Massachusetts |
The working people in Massachusetts have been taxed enough. I am just a stones throw away from the New Hampshire border, where I will be filling my gas tank on a weekly basis if this travesty is... read more The working people in Massachusetts have been taxed enough. I am just a stones throw away from the New Hampshire border, where I will be filling my gas tank on a weekly basis if this travesty is shoved down our throats. Go ahead... make my day. |
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1/16/2020 |
Tom |
Amiro |
Elders Climate Action |
Chelmsford |
Massachusetts |
• I am a concerned resident, activist, and grandfather.
• Reducing pollution from transportation, which is our largest source of global warming emissions (regionally and nationally) is... read more • I am a concerned resident, activist, and grandfather.
• Reducing pollution from transportation, which is our largest source of global warming emissions (regionally and nationally) is imperative.
• Massachusetts should join the plan to reduce emissions.
• I implore that the policy has a strong component of equity by prioritizing clean investments in areas overburdened by pollution and/or for those who don't have access.
• I am thankful for the bipartisan nature of this project, moving us forward while the federal government takes us backward. |
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1/18/2020 |
BRIAN |
CAMPBELL |
- None - |
CHELMSFORD |
Massachusetts |
Nuclear Power to Power Etrains, Ecars and Synthetic Fuels made by Nuclear Power to Power Trucks and Planes. Closing Indian Point Nuclear is a HUGE mistake, as it is equal to the 580 Windmills... read more Nuclear Power to Power Etrains, Ecars and Synthetic Fuels made by Nuclear Power to Power Trucks and Planes. Closing Indian Point Nuclear is a HUGE mistake, as it is equal to the 580 Windmills projected off New Jersey. BIOFuels added to Gas and Diesel, provide NO benefit to decarbonation, as growing corn and soybeans uses fossil fuels to produce it, at a huge Enviro Footprint.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SlvpYyyya_Q
Titans of Nuclear-United Nations hosts Bret Kugelmass on Energy, Climate Change, and Nuclear Power
322,549 views•Nov 15, 2019 Titans of Nuclear=Bret Kugelmass challenges the orthodoxy of both Climate Change and Nuclear Energy across 3 dimensions: Evaluation, Mathematical & Communication. |
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2/13/2020 |
MARY |
Maxey |
Democrat |
Chelmsford |
Massachusetts |
Time to act NOW
Can’t keeping postponing - Time to act NOW
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2/24/2020 |
Cornelius |
Horan |
Citizen |
Chelmsford |
Massachusetts |
The stated goals of the TCI are most laudable, however the stratagem to initiate it in Massachusetts is unacceptable. Regardless of how it is primped, preened or presented the TCI is in reality a... read more The stated goals of the TCI are most laudable, however the stratagem to initiate it in Massachusetts is unacceptable. Regardless of how it is primped, preened or presented the TCI is in reality a T-A-X. Yes I know, Governor Baker has dipped deep into his store of weasel words to proclaim otherwise but that does not change the reality. If the TCI Tax were approved by the voters or their elected representatives then so be it. But this devious scheme to force by decree the TCI Carbon Tax upon the citizenry of Massachusetts is revolting (and I use that word advisedly). I am informing all my friends and relatives of Governor Baker's disgraceful attempt to emulate King George III of England. The principle of "No Taxation Without Representation" is just as valid today as it was in 1776. |
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2/28/2020 |
June |
Curley |
none |
Chelmsford |
Massachusetts |
please do this!! please do this!! |
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2/29/2020 |
Bern |
Kosicki |
ECA |
Chelmsford |
Massachusetts |
I support TCI because it addresses both climate change as well as transportation infrastructure needs.
Our region needs improvement on both these fronts immediately. Many of us who... read more I support TCI because it addresses both climate change as well as transportation infrastructure needs.
Our region needs improvement on both these fronts immediately. Many of us who are concerned about climate change will be carefully following what the response is from each our region's leaders to implementing the TCI plan. This plan has been carefully crafted and vetted over time and deserves support from any prominent regional leader who has similar concerns about climate change as well as transportation infrastructure improvment. |
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11/8/2019 |
Van Nga |
Nguyen |
Democrat |
Chelsea |
Massachusetts |
I live in Mass for 45 years and I yet find any cause for anymore tax hike, Im a simple man working hard just to provide for my 4 kids and 5 grandchildren. And that was a job in itself, now its my... read more I live in Mass for 45 years and I yet find any cause for anymore tax hike, Im a simple man working hard just to provide for my 4 kids and 5 grandchildren. And that was a job in itself, now its my turn to slow down and just work one job and the governor wants to tax me more its absurd half of young adult in this state don't work or can't work so its up to my generation to put into to city, state and federal tax and now you want more taxes very unfair. Never in my life have I worked in a job that pays me more than 42,000 a year how do you propose I live with this income and ontop of more taxes. Find another way. |
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1/12/2020 |
Merritt |
Moraski |
Human Race |
Chelsea |
Massachusetts |
Man made Climate Change is a hoax! It is a way for elitist Politicians to take working peoples money and to restrict their movements. There has been many periods in the earths history where it has... read more Man made Climate Change is a hoax! It is a way for elitist Politicians to take working peoples money and to restrict their movements. There has been many periods in the earths history where it has been a lot warmer than it is now. We can start with the Dinosaurs. Also Eric the red in the founding of Greenland had 2 settlements but one had to be abandoned because of the advancement of a glacier which over ran the settlement. Politicians are trying to make working people slaves. |
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2/24/2020 |
Molly |
Rahman |
Mrs. |
Chelsea |
Massachusetts |
Improved transportation solutions, including electric alternatives and improved multi-modal infrastructure, are a win for everyone. Cost savings through decreased dependency on fuel and risky,... read more Improved transportation solutions, including electric alternatives and improved multi-modal infrastructure, are a win for everyone. Cost savings through decreased dependency on fuel and risky, depreciating assets (cars); stimulated local and regional economy by improving mobility and connectivity; safe and welcoming streetscapes by transitioning from wide streets and parking spaces to infrastructure that encourages walking and biking. We can stop the long-held assumption that day-to-day living requires high levels of driving congestion, accidents, car pollution, and endless tax dollars for keeping up with vast road maintenance. Let's be an example for the country on how reprioritizing transit can generate significant financial, environmental, and societal benefits. |
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12/21/2019 |
david |
gilbert |
independant |
chepachet |
Rhode Island |
this is a bad idea for anyone on a fixed income no wonder ri cannot attract good paying bussines to ri this is a bad idea for anyone on a fixed income no wonder ri cannot attract good paying bussines to ri |
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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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1/18/2020 |
Don and Leslie |
Bush |
citizens |
Cherryfield |
Maine |
We are in a climate crisis. Cities all over the world are having fires the "climate deniers" ignore. We need to create a transportation system that lowers carbon pollution so that we... read more We are in a climate crisis. Cities all over the world are having fires the "climate deniers" ignore. We need to create a transportation system that lowers carbon pollution so that we aren't the problem but part of a solution! |
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