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CTA in Action: Government Affairs Update
Compliance and Regulatory News
Last week the LA/Orange Unit hosted its unit meeting entitled "BIT Program Changes are Here". The presentation/panel was provided by the CHP Southern Division and CTA’s Vice President of Policy and Government Relations Eric Sauer. Throughout the presentation there were plenty of questions from CTA members about the changes to the BIT program. CTA is working with the CHP on clarifying the questions that have come since the new program was implemented in January of this year. In the meantime take a look at the presentation that was provided by CHP at the August 24th LA/Orange Unit meeting. For more information contact Eric Sauer at esauer@caltrux.org The BIT ProgramSecure File Transfer (SFT)- International Registration Plan (IRP) Applications
In an effort to provide trucking companies with a more efficient way to process IRP applications CTA and DMV have established the SFT/IRP Pilot program. The CA DMV utilizes SFT with external customers, allowing entities to securely submit large quantities of electronic data to the department. Trucking companies (customer) are able to load data into the SFT site and the CA DMV is able to retrieve that data for internal processing. Ideal candidates for the pilot are medium to large size trucking companies. For more information or if you are interested in participating in the pilot contact Eric Sauer at esauer@caltrux.org .
SACRAMENTO, CA – Caltrans and the Western Road Usage Charge Consortium (RUC West) have been awarded $750,000 and $1,500,000, respectively...
All CTA members are invited to attend these informative meetings. A chief engineer from Peterbilt Motors will be presenting.
South Meeting - September 13 North Meeting - September 20 Help Desk - FAQ's
Unit News and Events
2016 Bay Area Unit Golf Tournament
Good afternoon CTA Members, I wanted to reach out and thank all of you who were able to attend our fantastic annual Bay Area golf outing that took place last week at HiddenBrooke Golf Club. With a special thanks to Alex Gilmete (PEOPLEASE) and Mallory Olander (McKinney Trailer Rentals) for putting this together we are proud to highlight the following: -Roughly 80 golfers participated on that beautiful day We are proud to host this event for our members and hope you had a great time. Even more, we’re proud to be able to provide funding for a worthy cause that is committed to fighting sex and labor trafficking across the country and in our community. For more information please see www.truckersagainsttrafficking.org For those who could not make it we hope to see you out there next year. In the meantime, please mark your calendars for our upcoming holiday party in San Francisco on December 3rd. More info to follow. Have a wonderful Labor Day weekend! Owen
Oakley,
Senior Vice President & CTA Bay Area Chairman 2016 1st Place Winners
2016 2nd Place Winners
2016 3rd Place Winners
The Bay Area Unit’s Truck Driver Appreciation Day is at the Mission Grade Enforcement Facility on Sept. 12 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. There is limited table space so please contact Shelly Hardcastle to reserve a spot at (209) 405-3112 or shardcastle@caltrux.org. For more information, and for a printable flyer to distribute to your drivers click here.
Bay Area Unit President's Night and Holiday Gala
There's only 109 days until Christmas! Sign up now for the Bay Area Unit President’s Night and Christmas Gala at Il Fornaio, San Francisco on Dec. 3. Click here to register online and for more information.
This year’s event is on September 13 at the CHP Gilroy Enforcement Facility in San Martin from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. If you would like to participate and reserve a space for the event, please contact event chairperson, Brian Messenger at (408) 390-8434 or brian@mtnlightspeed.com by September 6. For more information and for a printable flyer to distribute to your drivers click here.
Central Coast Unit Golf Tournament
Saturday, September 24, join us as the Central Valley Unit honors 2016 CTA President Mike Yadon. Celebrate Mr. Yadon’s successes and visit with CTA members and West American Truck Show exhibitors.
Truck Driver Appreciation Day Come enjoy the day with us as we recognize the efforts of the professional truck driver. There will be free food and refreshments, driver safety and industry information, and displays and presentations by members of the commercial industry and law enforcement. Click here for more information and to print a flyer to distribute to your drivers. For questions or more information contact Shelly Hardcastle at (916) 373-3591 or shardcastle@caltrux.org. The Central Valley Unit, San Joaquin Unit and the California Highway Patrol will be hosting their Truck Driver Appreciation Day event on Friday, October 14, 2016 at the Chowchilla River Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Facility. Come enjoy the day with us as we recognize the efforts of the professional truck driver. There will be free food and refreshments, driver safety and industry information, and displays and presentations by members of the commercial industry and law enforcement. Click here for more information and to print a flyer to distribute to your drivers. For questions or more information contact Shelly Hardcastle at (916) 373-3591 or shardcastle @caltrux.org. Wow, Thank you! What a blessing you and your staff are! Thank you so much for your generous outpouring to the community here in the Kern River Valley. This thank you has been a long time coming, but we haven't forgotten your kindsness in helping with the Erskine Fire Community BBQ. If you did not see the acknowledgent in the Courier, July 15th issue, enclosed is the write up of the event. Your donation of ALL the food for the BBQ, all the fixings, drinks, paper goods provided a means of which we needed and you provided above and beyond! Your staff and crew helped set up, deliver and clean up. It is because of you, and your commitment to the KRV that we truly appreciate. Many had a great day, just to gather and have a little light hearted fun, and take their mind off the devastation the fire has caused. It is in times like these, we realize those who are there for our community. Thank you for being there. Sincerely, Pastor Jim Cox To read the article in the Kern River Courier click here. Kern Unit Truck Driver Appreciation Day Come enjoy the day with us as we recognize the efforts of the professional truck driver. There will be free food and refreshments, driver safety and industry information, and displays and presentations by members of the commercial industry and law enforcement. Click here for more information and to print a flyer to distribute to your drivers. For questions or more information contact Burgie Burgemaster at (661) 343-2707 or burgemaster@sbcglobal.net
Kern Unit Clays Shoot For more information, click here. This tournament is fast approaching so don't wait to register! Monday, September 19, 2016 at Coyote Hills Golf Course. Shotgun starts at 1:00 p.m.
2015 Golf Tournament Players This event is sponsored by
Last chance to register for Friday's Golf Tournament! Everyone welcome! Come out and have a great time while supporting the Sacramento Unit. Friday, September 9, 2016 at Teal Bend Golf Club. Shotgun starts at 1:30 p.m.  Truck Driver Appreciation Day on Sept. 14 For more information, and for a printable flyer to distribute to your drivers click here.
CTA Member, Terry Klenske of Dalton Trucking, Inc. will be receiving the "Angel of Mercy Award" for his efforts and contributions to the California Trucking Association. The Mary's Mercy Center in Claremont is honoring Terry at their 29th Anniversary Gala Celebration on Friday, September 23rd.
Every year this event has been successful in raising over $20,000 to benefit different charities. This year the proceeds will benefit battered, abused and neglected children throughout Southern California. So please register for this event. October 8, 2016 at Osterkamp Trucking 1350 Philadelphia Street, Pomona, CA.
Supporting this event supports abused and at-risk children in the Southern California area.
The San Diego/Imperial Unit will be hosting their Truck Driver Appreciation Day event on Monday, September 12, 2016 at the Otay Mesa Enforcement Facility.
Come enjoy the day with us as we recognize the efforts of the professional truck driver. There will be free food and refreshments, driver safety and industry information, and displays and presentations by members of the commercial industry and law enforcement.
Click here for more information and to print a flyer to distribut to your drivers. For more information contact Jeff Sturch at (619) 279-7986 or jsturch@caltrux.org. San Diego/Imperial Meeting - Electronic Driver Logs Sign up now for the San Diego/Imperial Unit breakfast meeting on Sept. 21 at TruckNet in San Diego. A representative from FMCSA will be presenting information on the new FMCSA ELD regulations, equipment requirements, interstate compliance date, and California intrastate expected compliance dates.
The Sierra Cascade Unit will be hosting their Truck Driver Appreciation Day event on Friday, September 30, 2016 at the Cottonwood Enforcement Facility. Come enjoy the day with us as we recognize the efforts of the professional truck driver. There will be free food and refreshments, driver safety and industry information, and displays and presentations by members of the commercial industry and law enforcement. Click here for more information and to print a flyer to distribute to your drivers. For questions or more information contact Shelly Hardcastle at (916) 373-3591 or shardcastle @caltrux.org. Sierra Cascade Unit Meeting - August 24
The Tri-County Unit will be hosting the Driver Appreciation Day at the Southbound Conejo Enforcement Facility on Friday, September 16. All drivers will be served a free lunch. Donations for handouts from Tri-County members will be greatly appreciated to put in the individual bags handed to the drivers. If you have a contribution, please contact Judy Dyer at (805) 748-5424 or Edd Aguilar at (805) 338-2866. Please get the word out to your drivers to stop by for lunch. Hours are 10:30-1:30pm. For more information and for a printable flyer to distribute to your drivers click here.
Photo from last year's Truck Driver Appreciation Day.
Statewide Event Calendar
Capitalize on available fuel refunds for off highway travel. Did you know there are many types of jurisdictional refund processes available for fuel tax that a motor carrier can claim, such as...
Deadline to receive the CTA Group Rate at the DoubleTree Hotel Fresno Convention Center is September 8. Make your reservations by calling the hotel directly at (559) 268-1000. Please register your meeting attendance online using this link.
Each year, National Truck Driver Appreciation Week is when America takes the time to honor all professional truck drivers for their hard work and commitment in tackling...
Join the fine folks of the Central Valley Unit for libations and camaraderie following the policy committee meetings Friday, September 23, 5:00pm – 6:00pm at the DoubleTree Hotel Fresno next-door to the Convention Center. This is being generously sponsored by CTA’s Central Valley Unit. Register to attend. All CTA members are invited to attend these informative meetings. A chief engineer from Peterbilt Motors will be presenting.
The 2016 ATA Management Conference & Exhibition (MCE) is the most important meeting this year for trucking executives. MCE will be October 1-4 at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino...
The issues that matter most to IT and finance executives are the focus of the ITLC/NAFC conference, which is open to all ATA MCE attendees...
Click here to view the CTA calendar of events. The CTA calendar showcases all events provided by the California Trucking Association.
Upcoming Events
Member Alerts
The Northern Intermodal Conferece meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 27 from 11:00 am to 1:00 p.m at the Port of Oakland. Register to attend.
CTA Highlights
A memorial service in honor of Tom Schumacher, California Trucking Association's former Chief Executive Officer will be held at 10:30 am on Saturday, October 1st at the Spirit of Grace Lutheran Church, 15820 W. Clearview Blvd, Surprise.
For those coming from out of town, a block of rooms has been booked for Friday and Saturday night at the Hampton Inn Suites in Surprise, 14783 W Grand Ave. Call 623-537-9122 to make a reservation and mention the Tom Schumacher Memorial Service. You will need to make your reservation by September 1st to take advantage of the discount.
More information will be sent about a dinner Saturday evening at Tom Schumacher's favorite restaurant, Portofino’s. There will also be a reception following the service at the Church.
Discounts & Services
The creation of the Transportation and Logistics Specialty Lending Group in 2015 is just one way that Sunwest Bank is serving the community.
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