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Comment by Mark Hedtke on November 5, 2009 at 4:53pm

Looks like there is some alternative energy power - the world's first heavy duty hydrogen powered heavy truck in the news in California - an article that is an interesting read at this site: http://www.gizmag.com/zero-emission-tyrano-truck/13218/ Here is an already viable alternative fuel vehicle that looks like a great addition to the self proclaimed non renewable resources groups.

Comment by Mark Hedtke on October 23, 2009 at 10:17am

Here is an email I sent to Suzanne Kosmos via her Congressional
Contact Form
The following information has been submitted:

Name: Mr/ Mark Hedtke
Address:1612 Red Clover Ct
Orlando, FL 32825 8815
E-mail: solar1reseatch@gmail.com
Telephone: 4072081706 (Day)

Message Subject: Please Support FARE
Message Text: Your kind consideration of the FARE organization by reading their news release at their website is appreciated: http://www.FAREnergy.org FARE does not support the coupling of future revenues from coastal oil exploration as a viable long term funding source for the creation of renewable energy incentives. Further, FARE believes that any funding which will encourage greater customer usage of renewable energy should be a production-based incentive. Therefore, FARE does not support the recent decision made by the Florida Solar Energy Industry Association (FlaSeia), to utilize revenues from the exploration for oil along Florida's coastline as a means to fund renewable energy expansion. FARE also does not support FlaSeia's decision to seek only a continuation of Florida's Solar Installation Rebate Program during the upcoming 2010 Legislative Session, rather than a broader agenda which incorporates a long term dedicated funding source, specifically, a production-based incentive policy. FARE calls into question the lack of foresight on the part of FlaSeia to endorse oil exploration legislation sight unseen and strongly urges FlaSeia to reverse their endorsement of any proposed legislation until such time that an actual Bill is introduced and the entire renewable energy industry has the proper opportunity to act as one unified voice. FARE is a leading advocacy organization for Renewable Energy policies in Florida. FARE is comprised of businesses, associations, manufacturers, organizations and individuals in the solar, agricultural and renewable energy industry. Appreciating your support, Mark Hedtke Pickens Plan 24th Congressional District Leader

This basically ensures that alternative energy, whether it is Wind, Solar, CNG, whatever, it must stand on it's own and not linked to Oil or any other non-renewable continued development. As we move from promoting these alternatives to their becoming the primary energy sources, then those who dream of what it should be, can help everyone discover how they too can be freed from continuing to be held "energy prisoners" like we are in the present.

Comment by Mark Hedtke on October 14, 2009 at 7:49am

I just learned yesterday of a change of to the Pickens Organization. Here is an update:
Geoff Bailey one of the new Regional Leaders for the Pickens Plan. He is taking over for Mike Pickens and will sending out weekly updates to the group.
He xan be reached at:

Geoff Bailey
Geoffrey@pickensplan.com
http://push.pickensplan.com/profile/GeoffBailey
(214) 601-6261

I sent him the following email:

Geoff,

Welcome to the Team and best wishes. We really hope that everything is good with Mike, as we know how involved he has been working along side T. Boone. We have high expectations in moving America from over 40 years of being held "Energy Prisoners" by both utilities and the oil barons, to where alternative energy should become our primary source of energy with non-renewable energy only used to supplement our needs. FYI here is a link of some research I have reported at http://www.topix.com/city/orlando-fl/2009/10/hidden-oil-secrets-old-news-you-might-not-know that should raise some eyebrows with respect to America's own so called oil dependency.

Look forward to working with you!

Mark Hedtke
hedtke1@gmail.com
http://push.pickensplan.com/profile/MarkHedtke
(407) 208-1560

Comment by Jeff Greene on October 13, 2009 at 4:07pm

Dear Fellow Pickens Plan members:

I have been impressed with your level of response as well as your passion relating to the recent message about environmental groups and their opposition to oil and gas exploration. In fairness to all sides; I believe it is important to add some further perspective on this issue. After checking with House and Senate Sponsors and the focus of future legislation as well as advocacy groups on this issue, I have been told the following considerations are being made right now:

1. Drilling will be banned in the traditional 3 mile state waters around Florida. The New “open area” will be the 3-9 nautical mile area that is traditionally federal waters but Florida and Texas own due to historical reasons.
2. The proposal does NOT allow drilling. It merely lifts the ban and requires the Governor and Cabinet to receive proposals for leases and then permits. There is no requirement to drill and if the Trustees determine drilling is not economically viable or environmentally safe, they would reject the proposals. (and keep the $5M application fee).
3. No permanently equipment visible from shore will be allowed. Temporary rigs may be used between 3 and 9 miles, but cannot be in place for more than 6 months.
4. Many coastal areas of military and environmental concern would be off limits.
5. The state of Florida will receive MINIMALLY 20.5% of all revenue received from the sale of oil and gas – The state is effectively a 20.5% revenue share partner in the agreement – and potentially more depending upon the bids of the participants.
6. Funding received from the proposal will be spent on the following areas: Future and alternative fuel developments (Including specifically infrastructure and end-user grants for CNG Vehicles), environmental restoration and enhancement projects, local governments, education, economic development and promotion for arts and tourism.
7. In order to ensure the best companies and best trained employees are involved; a $5M non refundable application fee would be required as well as a $500 Million bond prior to any drilling activity by each entity engaged in the process. An apprentice type training program will also be required as well as the best materials and pipes to ensure accident free drilling activity. Florida will have the world’s highest standards for drilling if it is allowed here.
8. I have also been told that revenue could become available immediately from application fees, advanced royalty fees and advanced payments. AND that oil and gas revenue would flow in 12-18 months after a permit is issued. So the funding is not a – “years out” issue – it is short term available.

Many of you may wish to oppose this plan, but let me respectfully remind you that the Pickens Plan is about many things, but it is Certainly about using American made fuels (some renewable, some fossil) to power our cars and homes. CNG is a huge part of our plan and massive amounts of natural gas lie in the Gulf’s eastern planning region and Florida waters. To suggest we don’t need to enhance our supply of American fuels seems inconsistent with our mission and that is the basis of support for this proposal. Secondly, the fact that it can be done – and will ONLY Be done with massive environmental protections, huge financial protection measures and with the best trained labor available makes it more appealing. And lastly, yes, the money matters too. Florida is in Deep, Deep financial peril. After cuts of nearly $7B in the past two years, our leaders tell us we will face another $7B in cuts over the next two years. Tax increases in a recession make no sense, so a wealth event like oil and gas exploration may be our only way out as a state. AND, that the legislative leaders want to expand and fund CNG infrastructure as well as deployment of vehicle filling equipment only adds to the allure of this proposal for Pickens Plan supporters.

Please visit www.EnergyFLA.com to join the move in Florida to enhance our supply of American fuels.

I hope you will join me in supporting this effort – and ensuring that the legislature knows the Pickens Plan is behind it – and fully expects CNG to benefit in the years ahead to help eliminate the balance of trade deficit americ now has with its energy needs.

Comment by Jeff Greene on October 13, 2009 at 4:07pm

I got it Mark, it was in my weekly report to Mike Pickens, I have been so busy I haven't had time to sleep but I appreciate your help.

Comment by Mark Hedtke on October 12, 2009 at 5:50pm

I sent this email yo Jeff 3 days ago:
Jeff,
Yesterday I managed to get through to Susanne Kosmas' office and spoke at length with one of her aides concerning soliciting her support for the Pickens Plan. The gentleman I spoke with kindly extended the offer for members to call anytime to help keep them informed concerning pressing issues. He expressed her interest and support to help bring Florida into a leadership role in alternative energy issues and her deep interest in job development using that venue. So perhaps, although he did mention how busy she is, he did say that she holds beliefs similar to ours.
Mark

Comment by Mark Hedtke on October 12, 2009 at 5:38pm

I sent this letter to Jeff Greene, our Florida Leader on Oct 7th:

Jeff

Glad to hear that you are actively pursuing support for the CNG bills. Perhaps what we need to do is pursue a couple of actions like; send letters to the Florida Senators delegation (considering that they do not respond to emails or phone calls). I remain hopeful however, considering that Mel Martinez did in fact take my suggestion to leave office. His replacement, Governor Crist's appoinment, George LeMieux is considered a temporary place holder for the Governor who has much more than his eyes on that prize position. (NOTE: a recent vote on restricting Illegal immigrant access to jobs by the new Senator is promising) Remember to enclose in those letters an outline of what we plan to do in outing them to the Floridians that they are failing to represent. I am enclosing the address of the sole miscreant (in my opinion), our esteemed non-representative who has so deftlly managed to remain in office ignoring his constituents, as well as the new appointee.

Senator Bill Nelson:
Website: http://billnelson.senate.gov/
Office Locations: http://billnelson.senate.gov/contact/offices.cfm

Senator George Lemieux:
Website: http://lemieux.senate.gov/public/index.cfm
Office Locations: http://lemieux.senate.gov/public/?p=OfficeLocations

As far as I am concerned, I feel we need to take our "promise of support for those who support us" to the next level and let them know that we aren't playing anymore. How about placing their faces in local newspapers with a challenge, ie providing the newspapers with story headlines, "Are Florida Senators failing to represent Floridians?" or "What have your Senators done for you?" It shouldn't be hard to fill in the story with how little they have done for any of us. Additionally I hope everyone continues to promote the Pickens Plan at http://push.pickensplan.com/profiles/blogs/network-pickens-plan-with. While I understand that it has been impossible to get their attention, perhaps a more public venue will get them listening and all members can individually use this course of action to further our energy concerns.

As I mentioned before the Florida's Channel televised Public Utility Commission's sessions have been basically a legal wrangling by the State and Progress Energy to justify a increase in utility rates. The end results appear that the public will be paying to offset Progress Energy's past expenses. Big business and government win, the consumer loses again. It will continue to be a difficult time for everyone economically and a declining opportunity for changing the status quo.

I hope everyone has a great upcoming month and remember the old addage with a new meaning, "Power to the People". May we not long remain "energy prisoners".

Mark

Comment by Mark Hedtke on August 24, 2009 at 12:23pm

Here is Representative Suzanne Kosmas' schduler for Florida District 24 - her name is Kristen Tilley and her email is kristen.tilley@mail.house.gov - note she currently does not have a phone number associated with her yet.

Comment by Jeff Greene on August 5, 2009 at 9:08am

Well done Mark, let me know what I can do to help.

Comment by Mark Hedtke on August 5, 2009 at 9:05am

Today I sent a letter to one of the News Columnists, Aaron Deslatte, at the Orlando Sentinel in an effort to encourage the paper to support our energy efforts. We know that the Sentinel has a history of supporting our community and social consciousness, therefor I believe that we can expect their support. I encourage you to also write to him to encourage the paper's support by writing to him at: http://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/politics/orl-deslatte,0,3104527.columnist
The letter as sent follows:

Dear Aaron:

You may have heard of or seen the national television ads from T. Boone Pickens, the founder of the Pickens Plan. The Pickens Plan responds to our dependence on foreign oil where we find ourselves at the intersection of the three most critical issues America currently faces: the economy, the environment and our national security. Boone has his roots in oil, but has the desire to free Americans from being held "energy prisoners" of foreign oil, by his promoting alternative energy. His son, Mike Pickens is the Regional Leader for Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, and Tennessee.

The Pickens Plan celebrated its one year anniversary in July with minimal exposure in Florida. Times are changing. The Pickens Plan recently named, Jeff Greene, as the State Leader of the Pickens Plan. We are refocusing our efforts to push the Pickens Plan in all 25 Congressional Districts. The message we are sending is simple, support our plan, show us a better one or we will assume you are supporting imported foreign oil. For those that sign, we pledge to bring out the votes, for those that don't we pledge we will support a candidate that will with votes, time and money.

We are also taking the Plan to all State, County and City representatives in addition to the Federal seats.

Energy Independence is a non-partisan issue that all Americans need to support, the fact that we are sending $24 Billion per month overseas for oil is a travesty that we can correct with domestic clean Natural Gas for vehicles. We also support and are promoting alternative energy development of Wind, Solar, Water and other alternatives. We are asking people to join us in our efforts to help make alternative energy eventually grow to become the primary energy in Florida. Sign up at your District here.


Mark Hedtke
District 24 Congressional Leader
The Pickens Plan
message phone: 407.208.1560
contact email: hedtke1@gmail.com

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