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Comment by Tom Bailey on October 15, 2009 at 6:01am

Had a great meeting with Boone,Clynton and a handful of people on the 13th.

Boone commended us all for our efforts, and asked we keep up on the letters to elected officials, opt-ed letters and notes.

Even if you feel you are not getting anywhere, and get the same copy response.

Your letter or opt-ed need not get published "however; that would be great" it is the constant awareness that will keep the fuel going to bring real advances in the goal of energy.

So far 1835 is a clean bill, and that is the best for our goals. Later on as it gets pushed through the process some other attachments could come into play. We will have to deal with that, then.

I know some are wondering if anything is happening.
Small steps people- consistant small steps.
I assure you things are happening!!!!!
Best; Tom

Comment by Ed Matricardi on December 5, 2008 at 2:10pm

As we approach the new year (and get ready for the new WH Administration & Congress), we are shifting gears to begin recruiting Pickens Plan District Leaders in every congressional district to help with activities in the coming months.

Please let me know if you are interested in serving as a District Leader in your area and I will get you additional information.

Thanks.

Comment by Ed Matricardi on November 22, 2008 at 8:44am

Virginia & West Virginia Still Looking for 1st Mayor to Sign Pickens Pledge for Energy Independence

To date, 168 Mayors across the nation have signed the Pickens Pledge, joining T. Boone Pickens’ national campaign to reduce foreign oil imports by utilizing abundant domestic resources including wind power and natural gas.

For a complete list of Mayors who have signed the pledge, please go to:
http://www.pickensplan.com/news/2008/11/21/mayors/

Unfortunately, we are still looking for our 1st Mayor to sign in Virginia & West Virginia...

Please contact your Mayor's office today and urge them to sign the pledge for energy independence!

Thanks.

Comment by Michael, Houston on November 1, 2008 at 7:50am

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Comment by Chris on October 24, 2008 at 4:59am

We all see the signs, falling gas prices, everywhere we look. This is not the time to wander off in search of a new "purpose". The prices are low yes, but they can return to high levels overnight. God forbid that Iraq and Israel end up in a struggle. Then we would see $10.00 a gallon gas, you think I am crazy, or off base, think again. They love our money in the Middle East and down in Venezuela, any reason is a good reason to open the tap to OUR cash. A great deal of our wealth was transferred over seas this summer. Do you really believe they are satisfied now that cash has stopped flowing.

We need to push forward, we need to be more persistent, we need to stay the course and finish this race. The higher gas prices this summer brought some of us together. Let's stay together and finish for a stronger America, if not only for us, but for our children and theirs.

Comment by Ed Matricardi on October 16, 2008 at 10:32am

Suffolk council postpones vote on wind-energy plan
By Dave Forster
The Virginian-Pilot
October 15, 2008

The City Council postponed its vote tonight to Nov. 5 on an ordinance to allow the construction of wind turbines.

Council members expressed support for the proposed ordinance but had questions over the size of some setback requirements.

The ordinance would allow the construction of wind turbines of up to 500 feet. Turbines that large would require a conditional-use permit and could be built only in certain areas. Smaller turbines – those no higher than 120 feet – would be permitted as a matter of right in some areas.

The Department of Energy rates Suffolk a 1 on a 5-point wind assessment scale, with 5 the windiest. By comparison, the Virginia Beach coastline and the Eastern Shore rate a 3, according to a city staff report.

Still, the city has received requests to allow turbines, and the zoning administrator has concluded that the city's Unified Development Ordinance doesn't allow them.

"While Suffolk has a low wind capture rate, it is anticipated that more requests for wind turbine will be forthcoming with anticipated rises in electric power rates," the staff report said.

The conditions include restrictions on visual appearance. For example, the turbine must have a galvanized finish and be a non-obtrusive color, such as white, off-white or gray. It also cannot display advertising, except for identification of the manufacturer, facility owner and operator.

Comment by Jacki Voltz on October 7, 2008 at 4:10pm

I am eager to learn more about how we can make a difference here in Virginia. I bought a hybrid car last year, and I'm currently getting about 40 mpg on average. That was the beginning of this "mission to change" for me. It's difficult to get others to think on the same lines of alternative energy, but I'm willing to try to help out where I can. I'd love to see Virginia become the pioneer in alternative energy for this country! Lets get this going!

Comment by Paul FitzSimons on October 5, 2008 at 12:13pm

Hey all . . . greetings from the banks of the beautiful York River Gloucester County . . . Shifting the consiousness of the conservative crowd in this area is challenging . . . getting past the, someone should do something, and pointing out that the speaker is in fact someone give rize to some wonderful conversations . . . folks around here ask me when and how will we be able to convert our auto, truck and farm equipment to CNG or Propane and I keep telling them get involved and be part of the solution and conversion will arrive sooner that when you sit by and wait . . . slowly but surely it is working . . . any suggestions or comments are welcome . . . paul

Comment by Ed Matricardi on October 4, 2008 at 7:24pm

Tuesday night after the next Presidential debate, we are going to host the largest e-Rally ever for energy independence!

On October 7 at 10 pm EDT, just before the Presidential debate ends, log on to PickensPlan.com to rally and show the politicians that we mean business!

We have their attention - but what you do right now matters more than ever. Click here to RSVP now to attend the Pickens Plan e-Rally on Tuesday night. You can also click here to leave a comment asking the two candidates to support the Pickens Plan.

During the debate the candidates will have their say. Now it's time for you to have your say. We will deliver your comments and the comments of everyone who attends the e-Rally to both Presidential candidates within 48 hours of the end of the Presidential debate.

Also, we need you to do one more thing - find one friend and ask them to attend the e-Rally with you. How big can we grow this e-Rally? How many Americans will join our New Energy Army and join this e-Rally for energy independence? Only you can answer that question!

We have tremendous momentum, over 13,000 strong joined our post debate chat for energy independence after the last Presidential debate. You won't want to miss this event! RSVP right now and forward this email on to a friend today!

Comment by RICHARD NEIFELD on October 2, 2008 at 8:21pm

I sold my minivan and baught a ford focus, small and high mileage for commuting. We replace the ovehead incandescent lights with flourescents. However, the existence of mercury in the flourscents kept me from replacent desk lamp bulbs with flourescents; we have young kids and the risk of mercury poisoning is to significant from broken flourescents for me to take that chance. the kids cannot reach the overhead lights. I hope to purchase an all electric scooter or battery assist bike and use that when commuting to work. However, I haven't seen any in a price range and with attributes I find acceptable. Does anyone have suggestions for an electric scooter or electric bike?

I would also like to see a dealer in the northern VA area specialized on electric transportation. All I have found to date is a car dealer that allegedly sells the existing under powered electric cars, the cars that are not street legal.

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