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 

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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Tri-County Unit: SP Committee April 18

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. 

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. 

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.

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. 

How can CTA make your day a little bit less stressful?  Let CTA handle all of your DMV transactions, from PTI’s, Renewals, duplicate stickers and registration cards and much more. For an exclusive CTA discount contact  Tina Ferguson at (916) 373-3525 or tferguson@caltrux.org for more information.