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Dear CARB,  
 
As you undoubtedly recognize, global warming is the key challenge
of our time. Meeting this challenge requires fundamental changes in
the way we grow our communities which determines how we live and
our future carbon footprint.

In the AB 32 Scoping Plan, we would like to see CARB increase the
land use target from 5 million metric tons (MMT) of CO2 equivalent
to 11-14 MMT.


- The higher target and the benefits of dense, mixed-use
development are achievable with policies California is already
considering.

- Setting a higher target for the land use sector will signal to
the world that new land use patterns are a high priority in the
fight against global warming. 

- A higher target should be coupled with a commitment to provide
financial resources, technical assistance, and other support to
help regions, local governments, and transportation agencies
achieve the target. 

Thanks for your time and consideration. 

Sincerely,

Marc Ostrowsli