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I am writing to express my support for the Gateway Plan. I deeply appreciate the work that has gone into planning for the inevitable growth of our city. I am in full support of the idea of infill rather than sprawling new development. Above all else, I am concerned about climate change. We have a clear responsibility to minimize carbon emissions, maximize
carbon sequestration, and mitigate the adverse effects of climate change. As such I am advocating for
1. Walkability for all ages and abilities, including integration of shops close to any new housing as well as safe passage
across increasingly busy roads. People living in the Gateway Area should be able to easily walk to downtown Arcata as
well as to The Marsh.
2. Bicycle safety, especially using bake lanes that are separated from car lanes by some kind of greenway or divider.
3. Useful public transit‐ more frequent, smaller vehicles may be appropriate.
4. Preservation and creation of green spaces including lots of tree planting. Trees are beautiful, sequester carbon, cool surrounding areas, and make outdoor spaces enjoyable.
5. Roof‐top solar collection for energy.
Thank you very much for working on this important plan!