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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.