The 5th Wheel
CTA in Action: Government Affairs Update
Last week, AB 327 (Gipson), which would have allowed the South Coast AQMD to update their existing fleet rules to require the best available technology for public fleets, stalled in the Senate Transportation Committee.
As you know, over the past few months, there has been an effort to repeal the transportation funding package, otherwise known as SB 1. The initiative to repeal the revenue generated from SB 1 recently qualified for the November ballot.
Affinity Truck Center Central Valley's Mack and Volvo Dealer
Affinity Truck Center
Located in the heart of California's Central Valley, Affinity carries a wide variety of trucks to handle a vast array of trucking needs. We offer a complete line of Mack, Volvo and Autocar heavy duty trucks.
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Unit News and Events
Find information on unit meetings and events in July and August including San Joaquin Truck Driver Appreciation Event, Central Valley Unit Meeting, SD/Imperial Golf Tournament, and Bay Area/Sacramento Golf Tournament
Performance Meets Sustainability
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Upcoming Events
Need Industrial Storm Water Permit Coverage? NES will be hosting a short informational webinar to kick off the 2018-2019 storm water year in July. This webinar will be beneficial to those of you who are unsure of whether or not you need to have Industrial General Permit (IGP) coverage or for those who need assistance with their current storm water programs.
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) Operation Safe Driver Week will take place July 15-21, 2018. Traffic safety personnel will be on the lookout for unsafe driving behaviors by commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers and passenger vehicle drivers as we work toward zero deaths on our roadways.
   
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Member Alerts
On Tuesday, July 10, 2018, as part of the Calexico West Land Port of Entry (LPOE) renovation and expansion project, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) will open three southbound vehicle lanes and a bridge which lead into Mexico.
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is providing an update on the status of the two State Roadside Rest Areas (SRRA’s) on Interstate 15 (I-15): Valley Wells and C.V. Kane. The Valley Wells SRRA is located north of Baker and has been closed in both directions of I-15 since December 14, 2017 due to the failure of the well.
Employers in Lake County directly affected by the Pawnee fire, may request up to a 60-day extension of time from the EDD to file their state payroll reports and/or deposit state payroll taxes without penalty or interest. This extension may be granted under Section 1111.5 of the California Unemployment Insurance Code (CUIC). A written request for extension must be received within 60 days from the original delinquent date of the payment or return. Visit the Emergency and Disaster Assistance for Employers page for more information. If you have any questions, contact our Taxpayer Assistance Center at 1-888-745-3886.
CTA Highlights
On July 1, the Los Angeles Times published a piece detailing the tight labor market and its impact on compensation. CTA President Lynnette Brown brings trucking into this important conversation in the midst of the driver shortage.
Discounts & Services
Registration for the Leadership Academy is now open. Take advantage of the early bird price of $599 until August 17 and save over 14% on registration. This two-day program is limited to 25 participants. The Leadership Academy offers the latest practical techniques and tools to help you unlock your leadership potential.
If you haven’t heard, CTA offers Vehicle Registration Services to CTA members at a discounted price. Aside from competitive pricing, your Vehicle Registration manager will make the calls and wait in line at the DMV for you. We offer services such as Permanent Fleet Registration, International Registration Plan, renewals, transfers, over dimensional permits, form 2290 filing, vehicle verifications and more.