11/4/2019 |
Greta |
Warren |
Maine Conservation Voters |
Augusta |
Maine |
Our outdated transportation system is Maine’s largest source of climate pollution—and it doesn’t even meet the needs of Maine people. Our outdated transportation system is Maine’s largest source of climate pollution—and it doesn’t even meet the needs of Maine people. |
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11/5/2019 |
Lance |
Boucher |
American Lung Association |
Augusta |
Maine |
On behalf of the American Lung Association, I am writing to express our support for moving forward with a thoughtful program design that affords the greatest benefits to local community health.... read more On behalf of the American Lung Association, I am writing to express our support for moving forward with a thoughtful program design that affords the greatest benefits to local community health. The Transportation and Climate Initiative (TCI) is an important regional effort to maintain progress in the fight for healthy air and a healthy climate, and one that must place community health and climate protection at the forefront.
Please see the attached letter for our full comments on the proposal. |
TCI Submission 110519.pdf |
11/6/2019 |
Rebecca |
Boulos |
Maine Public Health Association |
Augusta |
Maine |
Climate change is a pressing issue, and it makes sense for Maine to work with neighboring states through TCI’s bipartisan, proven policy model, to address contributing transportation factors in... read more Climate change is a pressing issue, and it makes sense for Maine to work with neighboring states through TCI’s bipartisan, proven policy model, to address contributing transportation factors in our region. The plan that states are developing can reduce pollution, expand public transportation, encourage use of electric cars, trucks and buses, and develop safe ways for people to walk and bike in small towns and rural areas through a clean transportation fund. We know this approach works because over the past 10 years, Northeastern states have done the same thing with the electric sector through RGGI. We created jobs, grew our economy, and reduced our pollution. Now, we have the same opportunity with TCI. The Maine Public Health Association supports this effort because Maine people deserve safe, clean, equitable, modern transportation solutions that are affordable, reliable, and reduce air pollution. |
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12/17/2019 |
David |
Pare |
Resident, Maine |
Augusta |
Maine |
If people want a vehicle that can be driven across the US without having to purchase gas then government should simply stay out of the way of progress and allow the private sector to develop such... read more If people want a vehicle that can be driven across the US without having to purchase gas then government should simply stay out of the way of progress and allow the private sector to develop such a product. Maine should stay out of the Transportation and Climate Initiative. |
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12/18/2019 |
JAMES |
GLUSKER |
Maine Citizen |
Augusta |
Maine |
This is a very bad deal for Maine. We are one of, if not the cleanest States in the union and do not need to bundle our resources with States who are on the other end of the spectrum. Plant some... read more This is a very bad deal for Maine. We are one of, if not the cleanest States in the union and do not need to bundle our resources with States who are on the other end of the spectrum. Plant some friggin trees if you want to help clean the air! I do not want , nor can I afford, any more new taxes! Stay out of my pocket government! |
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2/20/2020 |
Barry |
Guess |
Citizen of Maine |
Augusta |
Maine |
This is complete bullshit and you know it. You are fucken the people of the State of Maine! This is complete bullshit and you know it. You are fucken the people of the State of Maine! |
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2/27/2020 |
Mark |
Kresowik |
Sierra Club |
Augusta |
Maine |
The Sierra Club is sharing the attached 129 comments from our members and supporters in Maine supporting finalizing the Draft Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) of the Transportation and Climate... read more The Sierra Club is sharing the attached 129 comments from our members and supporters in Maine supporting finalizing the Draft Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) of the Transportation and Climate Initiative (TCI). Thank you for helping to design a regional policy to limit climate pollution from motor fuels and invest in a modern, clean, transportation future. The evidence is clear: the more we limit pollution from motor fuels, the more jobs are created, the more the economy grows, and the more lives we save. Please sign on to the agreement to implement a strong, equitable regional climate protection policy through TCI. Invest in the communities that have suffered the most from burning gasoline and have the least access to clean transportation options. Stop sending our hard-earned dollars out of the state to oil companies, and choose to create jobs, grow the economy, and save lives for families and businesses. Thank you. |
ME TCI 129 signers 27 Feb 2020.pdf |
2/28/2020 |
Erica |
Wilson |
NA |
Augusta |
Maine |
Increasing tax on gas and diesel would be devastating for my family. I commute daily 30 miles to work and home. I cant drive any less from my rural home to work. My husband works 6 days a week... read more Increasing tax on gas and diesel would be devastating for my family. I commute daily 30 miles to work and home. I cant drive any less from my rural home to work. My husband works 6 days a week installing satellite internet to rural Mainers that cant get internet through other providers. His day is spent with hours of driving. His company doesn't reimburse him for gas or mileage so if he drives two hours and the satellite can't go in, he doesn't get paid. With more taxes, he will not be able to afford to work. This is a horrible idea for the common peoples of Maine and would only hurt us. City living isn't what everyone does!! |
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2/28/2020 |
Kalie |
Hess |
Maine resident and local bike/ped advocacy group leader |
Augusta |
Maine |
As an advocate for safer biking and walking and a public health professional, this initiative just makes sense. Currently, many of us rely on the fossil fuel industry to simply move around. For... read more As an advocate for safer biking and walking and a public health professional, this initiative just makes sense. Currently, many of us rely on the fossil fuel industry to simply move around. For them to use those funds to prevent forward momentum on cleaner transit options is a serious concern that needs to be addressed. The TCI helps us take back some power from corporate interests so that we can actively work to built the transportation and transit systems that we need - not those that are being forced upon us by the fossil fuel industry. We have many Mainers who are home-bound and unable to access services they need, we have trouble finding volunteer drivers for programs to help folks with transportation challenges, we have people commuting in cars who could benefit from reliable transit, and we have folks who are unable to walk or bike close distances because our sidewalks and streets are unsafe for people not in cars. Transit is something that we need to build and invest in before we see it used - we have to build a system that works for people if we expect them to use it. This is an economic development issue that we need to address now so that we can build the state we want in the next 20 years. I encourage the TCI to work with stakeholders from many sectors - health care, regional transportation providers, schools, bicycle and pedestrian advocacy groups, and businesses to help make the case for this important effort. Thank you for taking on this important work! |
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2/26/2020 |
James |
Talbot |
neverland designs |
Austin |
Texas |
As a business owner and frequent traveler to your region, I urge you to create a broad transportation system that is favorable for biking and walking, frequent & reliable public... read more As a business owner and frequent traveler to your region, I urge you to create a broad transportation system that is favorable for biking and walking, frequent & reliable public transportation, greater access for electric vehicles, and a more equitable, cleaner public transportation system. Thanks for including my input. |
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10/14/2020 |
James |
Talbot |
Neverland Designs |
Austin |
Texas |
I support a strong TCI program that provides a minimum increase of 35% of investment in underserved communities, at least a 25% cap on carbon emissions by '32 if not sooner, and a strong... read more I support a strong TCI program that provides a minimum increase of 35% of investment in underserved communities, at least a 25% cap on carbon emissions by '32 if not sooner, and a strong investment in infrastructure for walking, bicycles, and public transit.
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10/14/2020 |
Ari |
Meyer |
Clean Air Council |
Austin |
Texas |
To whom it may concern:
For the TCI program, please institute the following:
1. A cap on carbon emissions of at least 25% by 2032
2. An increase in the minimum... read more To whom it may concern:
For the TCI program, please institute the following:
1. A cap on carbon emissions of at least 25% by 2032
2. An increase in the minimum investment in overburdened and underserved communities (>35%)
3. Request that investments be put towards active transportation like better sidewalks, bicycle infrastructure, and high quality public transit
Thank you,
Ari Meyer |
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1/16/2020 |
john |
gibbons |
Dr. |
avoca |
Pennsylvania |
important to control for emissions and move toward clean energy important to control for emissions and move toward clean energy |
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11/12/2019 |
Matthew |
Ferro |
Republican |
Avon |
Massachusetts |
All taxes must be voted on my the legislature. TCI is unconstitutional, plain and simple. All taxes must be voted on my the legislature. TCI is unconstitutional, plain and simple. |
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11/19/2019 |
Nick |
Rotiroti |
Citizen |
Avon |
Massachusetts |
Then TCI initiative is a tax on all of us without representation . It should not be allowed . California is paying gas at $4 plus a gallon and they are falling apart . It is another power grab by... read more Then TCI initiative is a tax on all of us without representation . It should not be allowed . California is paying gas at $4 plus a gallon and they are falling apart . It is another power grab by you politicians especially without getting the citizens involved .
Please stop this |
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1/22/2020 |
Ryan |
Dorsey |
Massachusetts Resident/Homeowner |
Ayer |
Massachusetts |
I am a Mass resident and voter and I just wanted to say how excited I am to see a high-impact, regional approach to tackling carbon emissions in this plan. I think our state is in desperate need... read more I am a Mass resident and voter and I just wanted to say how excited I am to see a high-impact, regional approach to tackling carbon emissions in this plan. I think our state is in desperate need of infrastructure updates and the best way to do that—for people and the planet—is by developing the clean energy economy, reducing carbon emissions from the transportation sector, and increasing sustainable public transportation options. |
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2/13/2020 |
Diego |
Abrams |
None |
Ayer |
Massachusetts |
There should be no taxation without representation. Period. This initiative should be D.O.A There should be no taxation without representation. Period. This initiative should be D.O.A |
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10/31/2019 |
Jordan |
Bastedo |
Concerned voter |
Baileyville |
Maine |
Taxation is theft. We’re already taxed enough as it is. Quit using something that naturally occurs as a method to force more control over those that you represent. Taxation is theft. We’re already taxed enough as it is. Quit using something that naturally occurs as a method to force more control over those that you represent. |
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12/18/2019 |
Rod |
Roderick |
None |
Baileyville |
Maine |
I do not believe TCI is good for Maine or its Citizens . The cost is to high and most of us cannot afford it . Stay out of Maine. I do not believe TCI is good for Maine or its Citizens . The cost is to high and most of us cannot afford it . Stay out of Maine. |
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1/7/2020 |
Robert |
Pupi |
Republican |
Bakersfield |
Vermont |
Another tax to keep Vermont subservient to the state and their officials. Anyone who works in this State have to travel, that means using a motor vehicle. There is not enough public... read more Another tax to keep Vermont subservient to the state and their officials. Anyone who works in this State have to travel, that means using a motor vehicle. There is not enough public transportation especially in rural areas, and someone who travels likes me for my job and am on the road all day traveling from place to place , because I am in the service business. This will increase the cost of my service, thus it will be passed onto my customers. Not all of us can afford to buy very expensive electric vehicles and it is not fair that only a few who already can afford it get benefits of rebates at the expense of the little hard working people. |
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