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Dear Newsom Administration and CARB,
This is a PLEA to please have EMPATHY for the families that operate
the sportfishing and whale watching boats in California by removing
the mandate to replace their existing diesel engines.  It's my
understanding that this will be very costly so they will need to
raise tickets prices.  The increase in ticket price would not be
affordable to families like mine and will put an end to any charity
the boat owners so generously give to, like "Meals on Wheels".
My family and I enjoy the peace and tranquility as well as the
excitement the ocean brings.  As it is, we're only able to afford
these trips once or twice a year.  We definitely save up for the
yearly "Meals on Wheels" charity fishing trip.   Not only do we
meet wonderful people and make long lasting memories, it's also
very gratifying helping those in need like the elderly.   The
captain of the charity fishing trip is a kind-hearted hard-working
man who started out as a deck hand and now owns his boat after many
years of saving.  The mandate will most definitely have devastating
effects on "Rene" and his family, other boat owners, and families
like mine.
Nothing can replace the look of a child, or an adult, who sees a
dolphin, a whale, or a fish jumping out of the water. Or when they
get a bite and start reeling in their fish.  It's a thrill that
everyone should have the opportunity to experience.
I BEG you to PLEASE find another way to lower emissions
contributing to coastal pollution.  I too care very much about all
coastal pollution and hope that another solution is found so that
boat owners like "Rene" can continue to earn a living doing what
they love and can continue to provide for their families. And so
that families like mine can still afford to enjoy a fishing or
whale watching trip and just for a day leave the chaotic city
behind and be able to take a deep breath and enjoy nature at its
best.

Respectfully,

Marcella Tate