The state
of California holds the fate of thousands of small businesses in
the palm of their hands with this zero emission plan. Business
owners rely heavily on the sale, repair and use of small engine
equiptment. This state cares deeply about pollution, which is
abnorable, however the idea of a drastic zero emission plan on
small engine equipment across the state is irresponsible. By doing
so, it will crush retail and repair shops and small landscape
businesses and affect the way cities, counties and the state will
continue to tend to our parks and national forests. Have you
considered how the ever growing wildfires in California will be
fought against with a measly battery powered unit?
Impossible.
With the
livelihoods of so many individuals and families at stake please,
please think through your decision and consider those who will be
forced to close their business. I beg you to ease into the zero
emission future and consider all aspects. Please agree upon a
transition that is appropriate and accommodating to all those
involved.
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