First Name | Ann |
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Last Name | Lindsay MD |
Email Address | alindsay@co.humboldt.ca.us |
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Subject | Scoping plan and land use reform |
Comment | I urge you to set a higher emission reduction starget for the land use sector. Growth can be directed to cut greenhouse gas emissions and lower vehicle miles traveled by focusing growth in previously developed land such that people are closer to jobs, schools, stores and services and will be more likely to drive less and walk or bike more. A Health Impact Assment performed on the three density options proposed for the Humboldt County General Plan update showed that in 25 years the infill option would result in 400,000,000 less vehicle miles traveled compared to the option allowing significant development in previously undeveloped land. The sprawl option would result in a 25% increase in the baseline vehicle miles traveled. Without higher targets for reduction of carbon emissions by land use, California will have a difficult time meeting the Governor's targets. |
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Date and Time Comment Was Submitted | 2008-12-09 17:00:48 |
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