The 5th Wheel
CTA in Action: Government Affairs Update
Over the past couple of months Tom Manzo (CABIA) has provided CTA members with an update on his organization's efforts and its attempt to “reform” the California’s Private Attorney General Act (PAGA). In 2004, the California Legislature passed a law that transferred a substantial amount of the Attorney General’s power to private citizens – PAGA.
Compliance and Regulatory News
CARB's rulemaking package establishes lower opacity limits for both the HDVIP and PSIP that heavy-duty vehicles must meet to operate in California. The amendments also establish smoke tester training requirements for individuals who perform smoke tests in the PSIP and a voluntary option to submit on-board diagnostics (OBD) data in lieu of performing an annual PSIP smoke opacity test for 2013 model year and newer engines. 

Last week, the Governor Gavin Newsom released his May Revision to the 2019 - 2020 budget. Sloat Higgins Jensen & Associates, a premiere lobbying firm that consults with CTA, released their summary of the proposal. Click here to view the summary

   
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Unit News and Events

Thursday, May 16, 2019 
8:00 am - 10:00 am 
Restaurant Vallarta
$25 Members/$35 Non-Members 
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Thursday, May 16, 2019
11:00 am Check-In/Social, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Panel Presentation, Q&A and Lunch
$60 Members/Non-Members
REGISTER

Friday, May 17, 2019
10:00 am: Registration
12:00 pm: Shotgun Start
Individual Registration $135
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Wednesday, May 22, 2019
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Inland Kenworth in Fontana
$30 members/$50 non-members
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Friday May 31, 2019 
7:00 am Registration
8:00 am Shotgun Start
The Links at RiverLakes Ranch
$110 for Individual Golfer, $440 for Foursome 
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Thursday, June 6, 2019
7:00 am - 7:45 am: Registration, Breakfast, and Driving Range
8:00 am - 1:00 pm: Shotgun Start
1:15 pm - 3:00 pm: Lunch, Banquet, Raffle
$150 for Individual Golfer /  $550 for Foursome
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Upcoming Events

Meetings will be held on Wednesday, June 26 - Thursday, June 27 at TEC Equipment in Fontana. Click here to see schedule and register
View schedule Room block available at Aloft Ontario in Ranco Cucamonga at $149+ tax/night. Click here to reserve your room

Join the conversation with the women of CTA who have firsthand experience working in the Trucking Industry. The event takes place on June 19 at JSG Trucking in Acampo, CA.
Register 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.

Here are 6 reasons why you should sign up your future leaders for the 2019 CTA Leadership Academy:

• Retain your staff
• Increase staff engagement
• Foster future leaders within your organization
• Increase your organizations productivity 
• Empower future leaders to develop an effective leadership style
• Develop your employees ability to make critical decisions for your organization

Space is limited to the first 25 applicants.
CTA Leadership Academy: November 6 - 7 in Fontana, CA
Find details at www.caltrux.org/leadership-academy.html

   
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Member Alerts

Scores Sponsored by J.B. Hunt

Congratulations to the Southern Regional Winners of this year's California Truck Driving Championships. Winners of this competition will compete in the State Finals on Sunday, May 19 in Sacramento. 
VIEW WINNERS

 
CTA Highlights

Robert Tennies with Western Truck Centers speaking to high school students during the Manteca Adult School Job Fair on the benefits and opportunities of choosing a career in the trucking industry. 

Discounts & Services


Make sure to contact CTA’s Exclusive Circle Club Partner Goodyear to receive your exclusive member pricing. View more information on CTA Member Tire Discounts

For a complete list of tire pricing and for Allied member pricing, contact Rick Huseman at (707) 249-2138 or rick_huseman@goodyear.com.

The deadline to file Form 2290, Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax Return is fast approaching! Reduce preparation and processing errors. You don't have to wait in line at the IRS to file your form. Contact Tina Ferguson at (916) 373-3525 or tferguson@caltrux.org for more information. 

Upcoming Seminars include: 
Drug and Alcohol Supervisor Reasonable Suspicion Training
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations Overview
HAZMAT
Hours of Service (HOS) Title 49 CFR, Part 395
Sailing Through Your BIT
and much more!