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Comment 39 for Public Workshops on Investment of Cap-and-Trade Auction Proceeds to Benefit Disadvantaged Communities (sb-535-guidance-ws) - 1st Workshop.
First Name: Mary
Last Name: Petit
Email Address: mary_petit@yahoo.com
Affiliation: Incredible Edible Community Garden
Subject: SUPPORT DECISION OF CAL-EPA AND CARB
Comment:
As the founder and co-executive director of the Incredible Edible Community Garden, a 501(c)3 non-profit volunteer-run organization that works in underserved and marginalized communities in San Bernardino County, I whole-heartedly support CalEPA and CARB and their decision to provide 100% of the funds for disadvantaged communities. These communities deserve serious consideration since they typically do not have the canopy cover of the well-heeled communities. My experience is that tree plantings and fruit parks spark a sense of well-being and pride in disadvantaged communities, especially if the communities are engaged from the beginning to participate in the design and plantings of trees. The use of shade trees to reduce utility costs of mixed-income and low-income housing helps reduce stress, enhance health and well-being, and bring people out of their homes to enjoy their communities and provide positive social interaction. I applaud CalEPA and CARB for their thoughtful consideration of disadvantaged communities which will be appreciated for generations to come.
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Date and Time Comment Was Submitted: 2014-09-12 17:37:38
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