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Comment 46 for Public Workshop: 2022 Scoping Plan Update – Natural and Working Lands Scenarios Technical Workshop (nwl-2021-scen-ws) - 1st Workshop.
First Name: Laura
Last Name: Cohen
Email Address: lacohen@comline.com
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Subject: Classification of Plant Communities for Management
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Since California is a hot spot of biodiversity, we must always consider the variety of plant communities that make our state so diverse. Each of our plant communities requires a different kind of management for its preservation and the overall protection of California's rich biota. In the interest of preserving California natural communities, I request that you consider each community separately for its distinctive characteristics and requirements for preservation. I understand that you intend to place conifer forests and shrublands into a single category. These two communities require completely different management practices. It is important to bring in experts who understand California's natural communities, so management practices will be aligned with preservation needs...and requirements for carbon sequestration, climate resilience, and wildfire management. CARB needs to provide a separate category for shrublands, and consult with recognized outside experts on appropriate management strategies. After scientifically, sound scenarios are recirculated, a focus on conservation and restoration, carbon sequestration, and climate resilience will be appropriate. We need to protect the natural beauty and diversity of our state. Thank you for your time and considering my comments.
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Date and Time Comment Was Submitted: 2021-12-29 23:52:49
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