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Comment 71 for 2013 Investment Plan for Cap-and-Trade Auction Proceeds (2013investmentpln-ws) - 1st Workshop.
First Name: Diane
Last Name: Pitzel
Email Address: dianepitzel@hotmail.com
Affiliation: Riders' Rights
Subject: Non-drivers need to be heard regarding transit issues.
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California non-drivers should be recognized as those who have DMV records stating that they have no permit or license to drive, but currently hold a California ID only. As a member of this group I understand and truly care about our needs and the faults of employers who are allowed to discriminate against us. I have attended many transit meetings and seminars, and I have often been one of maybe 2 attendees who took public transit to get there. We need recognition as a minority so that we are guaranteed input on decisions that effect us most. Drivers who wish to take transit are our allies, but, just as we can't fight their parking tickets, we don't want only sometime or "choice" riders determining policies that may end up leaving us out. People who don't drive but don't care about public transit may be included in decisions because they exemplify our freedom to choose, also they assist in promoting alternatives to driving. Employers discriminate by requiring vehicles of employees who sometimes don't even receive compensation for the benefit of the use of a vehicle that they provide. Read Lobo versus Tamco.
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Date and Time Comment Was Submitted: 2013-03-06 09:11:29
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