The 5th Wheel
CTA in Action: Government Affairs Update
As was reported late Thursday night on April 6, the California Senate and Assembly both reached an agreement on the transportation funding package contained in SB 1. It's being reported this legislation will be signed by the Governor sometime next week.
If you transport goods on the I-80 corridor, specifically operating EB and WB IE: Colfax/Nevada border please read the following information. A few CTA members brought to our attention issues associated with the many days that I-80 (specifically EB and WB IE: Colfax/Reno) was closed due to inclement weather conditions.

Click on the link to review the Caltrans Extra Legal Permit Performance Report for the month of March. The report includes the total number of processed permits for Single, Repetitive, Variance and Annual Permits.

March 2017 Performance Report 

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We have received a few questions from intrastate carriers in CA who received a data correction letter from the FMCSA regarding a US DOT Number that they had not created. If you are intrastate carrier, a US DOT number has been created for you by the CHP.
   
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Unit News and Events
SP Committee - Meeting will be on May 2 at Acqua E’ Farina in Hayward.  The meeting will start at 5:00 pm
Unit Meeting - Register now for the unit meeting on May 12 at the Golden Gate Fields. Deadline to register is May 4. 

Unit Meeting - Reserve your spot now for the unit meeting on May 18 at Old City Hall in Gilroy. A representative from the FMCSA will be presenting. 

Golf Tournament - Deadline to register for the Central Valley Golf Tournament is April 23, 2017. So don’t miss out on and Register today!!

Unit Meeting - Friday, May 5 at Hodel’s in Bakersfield. There will be a guest speaker representative from CARB.  
Golf Tournament -
Our Kern Unit wanted to take a minute to let you know how special this year’s "Kern Unit Golf Tournament" is going to be. Recently, our Kern Unit sponsored four local Kern County Make-A Wish Kids wishes totaling $22,000.00.
Why is this so special? Make-A-Wish Foundation provides wishes for kids with life threatening illnesses.
What’s the big deal? This special wish is a reward for the child and their family. A special moment after all they have been through. At this year’s golf tournament, we are making arrangements to have these wish families at our golf tournament so they can meet you and you can meet them.
Why is this important? I have found in my past experience with Make-A-Wish, when you connect the wish with the child who is going to receive it, it opens your heart and makes the connection between you and that child complete. This will be an experience to remember and be proud that your kind donations to our Kern Unit changed a family’s life. Thank you for your donations and we look forward to seeing you there for this special occasion. If you haven’t registered, please take a moment to do so now!!
- Bill "Burgie" Burgemaster 


38th Annual Arthur F. Thompson Memorial Charity Golf Tournament being held on May 3rd at Sierra Lakes Golf Course in Fontana.

America's Finest Golf Tournament: Serving our service members at home and aboard. Funds raised on the July 13th Golf Tournament will be donated to local non-profit organizations benefiting our community.

Please join the Sacramento Unit Tuesday April 25, at CTA HQ, with guest speakers Eric Sauer and Matt Roman. The topic for the meeting is "Looking Forward and Looking back...the changes you missed and what’s to come!"


Tri-County Unit: SP Committee April 18
 
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Statewide Event Calendar
  
Do you have drivers that are committed to highway safety? Do you know someone that deserves to be recognized for their safe driving record? It is not too early to start nominating your most valuable commodity – safe drivers, for the Driver of the Month / Driver of the Year program. Nomination forms can be found on the CTA website.
  
The California Truck Driving Championships are organized to recognize and promote safe driving and professionalism in the transportation industry. This competitive event is designed to give drivers a chance to test their job skills under standardized conditions using vehicles that are the tools of their trade.
Click here to view the CTA calendar of events. The CTA calendar showcases all events provided by the California Trucking Association. 
Upcoming Events
Join CNGVC and CNGVP for an educational workshop. Learn the facts about how and why major fleets are deploying natural gas trucks fueled by renewable natural gas.
Pre-Construction Open House on Monday April 24 at the Escalon Community Center. Drop by any time between 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. to learn about the project and upcoming construction. For more information, click here
Member Alerts
  
Strong management and people skills give you a competitive edge. CTA’s Leadership Academy is taught by expert instructors who will help you improve your communication, conflict management, coaching and leadership skills.
PHOENIX, Apr. 4, 2017 – The California Trucking Association (CTA) is pleased to announce that HELP Inc. recently  became an Executive Circle Club Partner. HELP Inc. is the country’s most successful non-profit public/private partnership (P3), dedicated to advancing the safety and efficiency of the commercial transportation industry. HELP’s PrePass is the most reliable and technologically advanced weigh station bypass and toll payment platform in North America. To read the full press release, click here
  
Dear Allied Member, The deadline to purchase an ad for the 18-month desk calendar fundraiser organized by the Allied Members Conference is Friday, April 28. Don't miss this opportunity to place your company logo in front of potential clients. Only 8 spaces are available on a first-come-first-serve basis.
CTA Highlights

Owen Oakley, Bay Area Unit Chair, and Shelly Hardcastle, CTA Regional Manager, presented a 50 year membership plaque to Jim Morgan and Clint Morgan with United Cold Storage. 

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