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Dear Ladies and Gentlemen:

Please be advised that I believe your actions regarding
implementation of the new program aimed at reducing PM and NOx is
too aggressive for the construction industry. The introduction of
low and ultra-low sulphur diesel fuel apparently has not
accomplished goals set by your organization, is that correct?
There are a few "elite" companies that can attain the compliance
level for their fleet and have little effect of their bottomline.
However, those companies are typically ones that contract with
your parallel organizations at the State and Federal government
level for lucrative jobs, paid for with tax dollars. This is like
the fox guarding the henhouse in my estimation.  For the bulk of
the industry it can only lead to a decline in competition for
construction jobs and will undoubtedly kill off many businesses
that can not afford to upgrade their fleet.  I know these business
people and they, just like my business, work hard to pay their
share of property taxes, fuel taxes, CHP programs, SWRB quality
programs, and local APCD programs.  I am asking you today to
please look at the alternatives to the program you are considering
because many good people's lives will be affected by your decision.