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CTA in Action: Government Affairs Update
An incident the other day prompts this reminder for motor carriers: the federal regulations on leasing require a motor carrier operating a vehicle owned by another entity to either carry a copy of the lease in the cab of the vehicle or in the alternative carry a statement that contains relevant information concerning the relationship between the two parties.
Unit News and Events
Don’t wait to register for the upcoming Allied Member Conference "EVERYONE CAN PLAY" Annual Golf Tournament & Fundraiser being held at Aliso Viejo Country Club on March 20, 2017.
Please join the Bay Area Unit for an upcoming Port of Oakland tour and lunch. . Also, save the date for the Bay Area Unit’s 49th Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser: Aug 21, 2017, at Hiddenbrooke Golf Club in Vallejo.
Read on to view a letter of appreciation from the VA Bakersfield OPC to Kern Unit members and find more information on the March 16 unit meeting.
The LA/Orange Unit kicked off 2017 with their first unit meeting at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Norwalk. There were 70 members and 4 prospective members in attendance.
The SB/Riverside Unit had their first unit meeting today at the Holiday Inn Ontario Airport. There were 85 members and prospective members in attendance.
The San Diego/Imperial Unit kicked off their first unit meeting in 2017 at Vallarta's restaurant in Otay Mesa. There were 35 members in attendance and a buffet breakfast was served.
Statewide Event Calendar
Each year we make available an application for our annual Fleet Safety Awards program. The purpose of the Fleet Safety program is to recognize companies that reduce accidents by designing and running a top notch safety program. Applications are then submitted back to us with the requested information.
Did you know it takes over 100 volunteers to stage the Truck Driving Championships each year? The planning committees are already hard at work, but additional volunteers are needed. Come join the fun!
Over 700 drivers participated in 2016! See your company logo on the back of the event t-shirt by sponsoring the 2017 California Truck Driving Championships. Every driver and volunteer receive a complimentary shirt.
Click here to view the CTA calendar of events. The CTA calendar showcases all events provided by the California Trucking Association.
Upcoming Events
CSS & CDS Fleet Safety Certification Courses will be from Monday March 13 - Friday March 17. The courses are presented by CTA & NATMI. They will take place at CTA Headquarters: 4148 E Commerce Way, Sacramento, CA 95834.
CLICK HERE for cost, course description and registration form.
Member Alerts
CTA Highlights
Predictions of the biggest storm of the year for Southern California on Friday, February 17th couldn't keep Mrs. Vickie Campbell's 4th grade class from Sitting Bull Academy in Apple Valley from going outside and getting a first hand look how big rig trucks keep America moving. With the help of Mr Randy, Apex Logistics's 24-year veteran driver, students participated in a show and tell lesson.
Discounts & Services
CTA’s Legal Partner, Michelle Ferber with Ferber Law, P.C. will be hosting My Next Breakfast with a Lawyer on March 23rd from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. The event will take place at 15260 Ventura Blvd., Suite 920 in Sherman Oaks, CA. She will focus on current trends and developments that employers need to be aware of. This will be limited to a small group to allow for an interactive discussion. There is no fee for the event. If you are interested in attending, contact Lupita Flores at 916-373-3541 or lflores@caltrux.org.
CTA members receive a 6% filed rate discount on their workers compensation insurance from Berkshire Hathaway and Avitus/Insured Solutions. Your current agent can access these programs by indicating you are a CTA member and sending your submission to Berkshire Hathaway and Avitus/Insured Solutions.
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