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CT Denies Request To Raise Regulated Towing Fees By 42 Percent
Here's the story from The Hartford Courant:
Tow truck companies in Connecticut won't get any of the state-regulated fee increases they have sought since last fall.
The Department of Motor Vehicles recently rejected the Towing and Recovery Professionals of Connecticut's request for a 42 percent hike in the base rate for towing a standard automobile (weighing 10,000 pounds or less).
The towing companies wanted permission to charge $125 per tow — up from $88. They said their operating costs had risen since their last increase, in 2007.
The increases would have applied only to so-called non-consensual tows: those requested by someone other than the car's owner, such as a police department.
Towing companies set their own rates for consensual tows.
In a decision dated April 6, a DMV officer assigned to hear the rate-increase case wrote that the towing companies "failed to provide substantial evidence to support the requested fee increase, either because insufficient evidence was provided or because ... no argument was made at all."
To appeal, the towing companies must file suit in Superior Court, according to the DMV. Their intentions were unclear Thursday. Joe Miano, co-owner of Hartford's Friendly Autobody and Towing and president of the towing companies' association, did not respond to a message.
The Insurance Association of Connecticut and the Legal Assistance Resource Center of Connecticut argued against any increase in fees or the creation of new ones.
The towing companies sought increases for several other services, as well as new fees, such as an "escort fee" for bringing people to their vehicles before payment.
The towing companies asked for a 21 percent increase for gas costs — $5.75 per mile after the second mile of a tow, up from $4.75.
Towing and Recovery Professionals of Connecticut says it represents 300 operators statewide. The state last granted rate increases in 2006; they took effect in 2007.
Thursday, April 22, 2010
TX Wrecker Operator Killed In Crash
Our condolences to the family and acquaintances of 46-year-old Adam Diaz Lopez, who was killed April 20 while working on the side of the road.
Here's the sad, sad story from the Reporter News online:
Here's the sad, sad story from the Reporter News online:
A Ranger wrecker employee was killed Wednesday in an Eastland County accident.
Adam Diaz Lopez, Jr., 46 was picking up a rental truck that had previously crashed when the driver of a 2008 Ford F-250 traveled off the road to the left and struck the rental truck. The Ford then struck Lopez.
The crash occurred at about 12:20 a.m. on Interstate 20, about 10 miles east of Ranger.
According to Senior Trooper Sparky Dean, Lopez was taken to John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth and was pronounced dead at 5:01 a.m. His body was taken to Edward’s Funeral Home in Ranger.
Dean said the road was dry and the weather was clear at the time of the crash.
The crash is being investigated by Texas Highway Patrol Trooper Buddy Wise.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Farewell, Friend
Our condolences to the family and acquaintances of 78-year-old Norman L. Hummel of Portland, PA who died on April 18 at his home. He was the owner of Hummel's Garage in both Columbia, NJ and Portland, PA.
Here's the Pocono Record story:
Here's the Pocono Record story:
Norman L. Hummel, 78, of Portland, passed away Sunday, April 18, at his residence.
Born March 7, 1932, in East Bangor, he was the son of the late Albert and Marie (Carter) Hummel.
He was owner and operator of Hummel's Garage in both Columbia, N.J., and Portland. Norman attended Bangor Area High School. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. He was of the Protestant faith.
He was a member of the Knowlton Township Business Association, the American Towing Association and was a former Knowlton Township constable.
Norman is survived by his fiancee, Lillian Serfass; two daughters, Linda, wife of Matthew Lilly of Telford, and Sharon, wife of Ronney Hopkins of Delaware, N.J.; five sons, Robert Hummel, husband of Annie, of Mount Bethel, Troy Phillips Hummel of East Stroudsburg, Norman Hummel and Matthew Hummel, both of Allentown, and Michael Taylor of Knoxville, Tenn.; three brothers, Carl Hummel and Howard Hummel, both of Saylorsburg, and David Hummel of Bath; five grandchildren, Jessica Hause Roper, Erica Lilly, Andrew and Michelle Hopkins and Joshua Hummel; and one great-grandson, Tommy Roper.
He was predeceased by two brothers, J. Earle Hummel and Frank Lown, and one sister, Joan Jaggers.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 22, in the Reed/Gaffney Funeral Home, 4 Lillian Lane, "Village of Johnsonville," Bangor. Calling from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 21, in the funeral home. Burial will be in East Bangor Cemetery, East Bangor.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Portland-Mount Bethel E.M.S., P.O. Box 96, Portland, PA 18351, or Portland Hook & Ladder Co. No. 1, P.O. Box 175, Portland, PA 18351.
Saturday, April 17, 2010
Free Online Workshop on 4/22: The Truth Behind Gas Price Protection: Is It Right For You?
I received this note from Jane Kang of Pricelock, which has a new partnership with Cross Country Motor Club (see 4/15/10 blog post about this by clicking here):
We are excited about our new partnership with Cross Country and helping towing and recovery companies price protect their gas. As you know, gas prices matter…particularly to smaller businesses who struggle when gas prices rise. We are now enabling small and medium sized companies price protect their fuel using the same strategies adopted by the largest companies like Southwest Airlines without the complexity, risk and big price tag..
We have an upcoming workshop that many of your readers may find informative. Feel free to invite them (https://www.pricelock.com/workshop) as we discuss current gas trends, common misconceptions on gas price protection and best practices for price protecting their gas.
Two Everyday Tow Heroes Honored In NY
Round of applause to tow truck drivers William Murray and John Allen who assisted a police officer who was struggling to arrest a man last June. Here's the excerpt from The Valley News Online story about the city of Fulton's 14th annual awards ceremony:
Two tow truck operators, William Murray and John Allen, received Civilian Service Awards for assisting a police officer who was struggling to arrest a man.
One afternoon last June, an officer responded to a domestic dispute in the parking lot of a local bar. During that investigation one of the bar’s patrons came outside and start screaming and yelling obscenities at one of the people that were involved in the dispute.
The man that was yelling was warned about his conduct and told to move along by the officer on the scene. The man then yelled an obscenity at the officer. As the man was told that he was under arrest, he promptly turned and ran into the bar. The officer followed and confronted the suspect. The man then started to fight with the officer.
While loading a motorcycle to be towed, Murray and Allen saw the officer chase the man into the bar. When they got inside, they saw the officer wrestling with the man and jumped in to help the officer get the man handcuffed. During the struggle, the suspect bit William on the arm while trying to get him to let go.
Thursday, April 15, 2010
900 Miles for a Cure - Everyday Tow Hero In MA
For most tow truck drivers, racking up 900 miles is nothing – if it’s in a truck.
Kevin Roche of Norfolk, Mass., will be doing 900 miles on foot.
Starting in July, the 45-year-old Roche will participate in 15 walks in 15 cities across the country as part of the national Susan G. Komen 3-Day For A Cure fundraiser.
Each Susan G. Komen 3-Day is a 60-mile walk spread out over a course of three days. Proceeds from the events go to breast cancer research and community programs.
The first walk kicks off in Boston on July 23. The next weekend, Roche will head to Cleveland, Ohio. Then Chicago. Then Michigan and on…
His last walk will be in San Diego, Calif., on the weekend of Nov. 19-21.
Roche, who owns Norfolk Auto with his father, Paul, has been in the towing, auto repair and junkyard business for 33 years.
“I started here when I was 12,” he said.
While he is away walking, Roche said his dad will cover for him at the shop.
“He’s going to have to pick up the slack when I’m gone,” Roche said with a laugh.
The Roches’ company is comprised of a five-bay garage and four tow trucks – one of which is now wrapped in pink and white in honor of Roche’s cause.
If someone calls and requests the pink truck for a tow, Roche will donate ten percent of the price of the tow to the Susan G. Komen organization.
Additionally, to take part in each walk, Roche must raise $2,300 – 15 times. That’s a total of $34,500.
He’s asking for help from his family, friends and the towing community, especially sponsorships from towing associations nationwide.
Since he’ll be without his own tow truck when he flies in to each city, Roche is also hoping that local tower will pick him up at the airport.
According to Roche, there is only one other person who is currently signed up to participate in all 15 walks.
Surprisingly (and thankfully), no one close to Roche has had breast cancer.
So, why does he do it?
“I think it’s a very worthy cause,” Roche said matter-of-factly.
He did his first walk in Boston in 2008. “In 2010, I decided to do all 15,” Roche said, adding, “I guess I go to extremes.”
Want to help?
• Keep up with Kevin on Facebook. He’s under “900 Miles For A Cure.” You can also access his page through Footnotes’ Facebook fan page.
• Donate at his website www.keviniswalking.org. Sponsorships by towing associations would be especially appreciated!
• If you’re in Woonsocket, Mass., on May 6, attend a benefit concert. Ernie and the Automatics and Fatty Mac will be playing at the Stadium Theatre at 8 p.m. Tickets are available at the Stadium Theatre box office and at Norfolk Auto, 38 Main Street, Norfolk, Mass.
• Meet Kevin at the airport and give him a ride in your tow truck! Give him a call if you live in Cleveland, Chicago, Southeastern Michigan/Detroit, Twin Cities, Denver, Seattle, San Francisco Bay Area, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, Atlanta, Tampa Bay, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Arizona or San Diego. He can be reached at 508-528-0296.
The Towing Network Launches Nationwide Service
The Towing Network has announced that it has launched a nationwide service as a new partner for the heavy duty towing industry.
The Towing Network operates a nationwide call center located in Brunswick, Ohio, that brings motor carriers to the towing community in a new way. With fair and consistent pricing, the motor carrier customers receive value in consistency for their planning purposes while the towing companies find value as they increase their profitable market share.
The Towing Network has chosen the towSearch Commercial software platform from towPartners to assist in building its network of service providers, as well as to manage work orders and to connect the motor carriers and towing companies through web portals to create new efficiencies in towing dispatch. The towSearch Commercial product was specifically designed for commercial clients and utilizes the highly developed towPartners database system.
The Towing Network is actively looking for partner towing companies with a solid reputation and the ability to serve large motor carrier customers with heavy duty towing, recovery and road service. The Towing Network was established through a strong collaboration of motor carrier executives and some of the best towers in the industry. They were able to build a program that serves the needs of both groups.
The Towing Network is looking for the best towing companies who embody this philosophy. This ensures that The Towing Network is not a “come one, come all” opportunity. For more information on The Towing Network, please check out their website at www.thetowingnetwork.com.
The Towing Network operates a nationwide call center located in Brunswick, Ohio, that brings motor carriers to the towing community in a new way. With fair and consistent pricing, the motor carrier customers receive value in consistency for their planning purposes while the towing companies find value as they increase their profitable market share.
The Towing Network has chosen the towSearch Commercial software platform from towPartners to assist in building its network of service providers, as well as to manage work orders and to connect the motor carriers and towing companies through web portals to create new efficiencies in towing dispatch. The towSearch Commercial product was specifically designed for commercial clients and utilizes the highly developed towPartners database system.
The Towing Network is actively looking for partner towing companies with a solid reputation and the ability to serve large motor carrier customers with heavy duty towing, recovery and road service. The Towing Network was established through a strong collaboration of motor carrier executives and some of the best towers in the industry. They were able to build a program that serves the needs of both groups.
The Towing Network is looking for the best towing companies who embody this philosophy. This ensures that The Towing Network is not a “come one, come all” opportunity. For more information on The Towing Network, please check out their website at www.thetowingnetwork.com.
The Towing Network Chooses towPartners to Provide Search and Software Services
towPartners has announced that it has partnered with The Towing Network to provide search and software services.
The Towing Network operates a nationwide call center located in Brunswick, Ohio, that assists motor carriers in locating towing and recovery service providers. The Towing Network has chosen the new, expanded version of towSearch Commercial from towPartners to assist in building its network of service providers as well as to manage work orders and to connect the motor carriers and towing companies through web portals to create new efficiencies in towing dispatch. The towSearch Commercial product (www.towsearch.com) was specifically designed for commercial clients and utilizes the highly developed towPartners database system.
A towing and road service provider locator tool, towSearch, is used to power this solution, and over 28,000 companies are currently listed on towSearch Commercial. Dozens and often hundreds of member updates are received daily at towPartners and results of these updates keep the system accurate, making it a reliable resource for all of the commercial fleet customers across the United States.
The Towing Network operates a nationwide call center located in Brunswick, Ohio, that assists motor carriers in locating towing and recovery service providers. The Towing Network has chosen the new, expanded version of towSearch Commercial from towPartners to assist in building its network of service providers as well as to manage work orders and to connect the motor carriers and towing companies through web portals to create new efficiencies in towing dispatch. The towSearch Commercial product (www.towsearch.com) was specifically designed for commercial clients and utilizes the highly developed towPartners database system.
A towing and road service provider locator tool, towSearch, is used to power this solution, and over 28,000 companies are currently listed on towSearch Commercial. Dozens and often hundreds of member updates are received daily at towPartners and results of these updates keep the system accurate, making it a reliable resource for all of the commercial fleet customers across the United States.
FMCSA Delays CSA 2010 Implementation to 2011
Full implementation of CSA 2010 will be delayed to 2011, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced. The agency's original plan was to begin implementing the program in July 2010 and to have all states fully functional by December of this year. It now appears that although certain phases of CSA 2010 will begin this fall, full implementation will not be completed until spring or perhaps summer of 2011. The FMCSA plans to provide motor carriers with a limited preview of their CSA 2010 data beginning on April 12. Cottingham & Butler will provide members with instructions on how to access their data as soon as these details become available. While this preview will include carriers' safety events (roadside inspections and crashes) and resulting violations, it will NOT reflect carriers' scores in each of the Behavioral Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories (BASICs).
FMCSA also announced that beginning November 30, 2010, motor carriers and the general public will be able to view more complete CSA 2010 Carrier Safety Measurement System (CSMS) data, including scores in each of the BASICs. However, as previously indicated, the public will not be able to view the Crash Indicator scores, because of concerns about the quality of the underlying crash data. On Nov. 30, FMCSA will also begin issuing warning letters to deficient carriers, but will not utilize the full range of CSA 2010 interventions. Instead, FMCSA will use the CSMS (instead of Safestat) to prioritize motor carriers for standard on-site compliance reviews.
FMCSA also announced that beginning November 30, 2010, motor carriers and the general public will be able to view more complete CSA 2010 Carrier Safety Measurement System (CSMS) data, including scores in each of the BASICs. However, as previously indicated, the public will not be able to view the Crash Indicator scores, because of concerns about the quality of the underlying crash data. On Nov. 30, FMCSA will also begin issuing warning letters to deficient carriers, but will not utilize the full range of CSA 2010 interventions. Instead, FMCSA will use the CSMS (instead of Safestat) to prioritize motor carriers for standard on-site compliance reviews.
Matheny Motors to Hold Open House May 7 in Woodbridge, VA
Matheny Motors invites members of the towing and recovery industry to the Matheny Motors Open House on Friday, May 7, 2010 from 10AM – 5PM at the Matheny Motors Woodbridge, VA location: 14716 Industry Court, Woodbridge, VA 22191.
The Matheny Motors Open House is the flagship customer event for its Commercial Sales Department. Open House Sponsors are B.A. Products for the all day cook-out and Sovereign Bank for the all day dessert station. While all attendees will receive a special gift courtesy of Matheny Motors, Miller Industries and other sponsors; attendees will also have an opportunity to register to win additional sponsor-donated prizes.
Open House attendees will have an introduction to the most current selection of Miller Industries towing and recovery equipment including the new LCG – Low Center of Gravity Carrier. Representatives from Miller Industries will be available to meet customers and answer questions regarding Miller Industries products and equipment.
Prior to the Open House, Matheny Motors and Miller Industries will be holding a Heavy Duty Towing & Recovery Class on May 5-6, 2010 in Woodbridge, VA. This class will be taught by internationally recognized instructor, Tom Luciano. Matheny Motors is the direct contact for more information or to sign up for the class.
Miller Industries is the world’s largest manufacturer of towing and recovery equipment. Matheny Motors is authorized to sell the full line of Miller Industries towing and recovery equipment including: Century, Vulcan, Chevron, Champion, Challenger and Holmes.
Matheny Motors has been in the truck equipment business since 1922 and has four locations in Parkersburg, W.Va; Marietta, Ohio; Woodbridge, Va.; and Mineral Wells, W.Va. For more information contact Matheny Motors at 304.485.4418, or visit www.mathenymotors.com.
US Transportation Secretary Proposes Permanent Ban on Texting By Commercial Drivers
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood has announced a federal rule that proposes to specifically prohibit texting by interstate commercial truck and bus drivers. The proposed rule would make permanent an interim ban announced in January 2010 that applied existing safety rules to the specific issue of texting.
The Department also announced an unprecedented partnership with Cornell University to increase public involvement and collaboration in the rulemaking process. The Cornell e-Rulemaking Initiative (CeRI) partnership will make the federal regulatory process more accessible to the public through Regulation Room, an online public participation environment where people can learn about and discuss proposed federal regulations and provide effective feedback to the Department.
"This is good news on two fronts," said Secretary LaHood. "This rulemaking keeps our commitment to making our roads safer by reducing the threat of distracted driving. And our partnership with Cornell on the e-Rulemaking Initiative is an important step toward keeping President Obama's promise of opening government to more effective citizen participation."
The proposed rule to ban texting by drivers of commercial vehicles and bus drivers is the first effort in this innovative partnership. Citizens can find more information on the Cornell online effort and provide comments on the proposed rule at regulationroom.org over the next 30 days. The Department of Transportation encourages participation in this rulemaking through Regulation Room, but the public may also submit comments to the DOT docket at regulation.gov.
FMCSA research shows that drivers who send and receive text messages take their eyes off the road for an average of 4.6 seconds out of every 6 seconds while texting. At 55 miles per hour, this means that the driver is traveling the length of a football field, including the end zones, without looking at the road.
Drivers who text while driving are more than 20 times more likely to get in an accident than non-distracted drivers. Because of the safety risks associated with the use of electronic devices while driving, FMCSA is also working on additional regulatory measures that will be announced in the coming months.
"We are committed to using every resource available to eliminate the dangers of distracted driving,” said FMCSA Administrator Anne S. Ferro. “This rulemaking to prohibit texting by interstate commercial truck and bus drivers, along with the Cornell E-Rulemaking Initiative, reinforces our unwavering commitment and provides the public with a unique opportunity to share their ideas and comments on how together we can make our roads safer.”
The proposed rule will be on public display in the Federal Register March 31 and will appear in print in the Federal Register on April 1.
During the September 2009 Distracted Driving Summit, the Secretary announced the Department’s plan to pursue this regulatory action, as well as rulemakings to reduce the other risks posed by distracted driving.
President Obama also signed an Executive Order directing federal employees not to engage in text messaging while driving government-owned vehicles or with government-owned equipment. Federal employees were required to comply with the ban starting on December 30, 2009.
The public can follow the progress of the U.S. Department of Transportation in working to combat distracted driving at www.distraction.gov.
The Department also announced an unprecedented partnership with Cornell University to increase public involvement and collaboration in the rulemaking process. The Cornell e-Rulemaking Initiative (CeRI) partnership will make the federal regulatory process more accessible to the public through Regulation Room, an online public participation environment where people can learn about and discuss proposed federal regulations and provide effective feedback to the Department.
"This is good news on two fronts," said Secretary LaHood. "This rulemaking keeps our commitment to making our roads safer by reducing the threat of distracted driving. And our partnership with Cornell on the e-Rulemaking Initiative is an important step toward keeping President Obama's promise of opening government to more effective citizen participation."
The proposed rule to ban texting by drivers of commercial vehicles and bus drivers is the first effort in this innovative partnership. Citizens can find more information on the Cornell online effort and provide comments on the proposed rule at regulationroom.org over the next 30 days. The Department of Transportation encourages participation in this rulemaking through Regulation Room, but the public may also submit comments to the DOT docket at regulation.gov.
FMCSA research shows that drivers who send and receive text messages take their eyes off the road for an average of 4.6 seconds out of every 6 seconds while texting. At 55 miles per hour, this means that the driver is traveling the length of a football field, including the end zones, without looking at the road.
Drivers who text while driving are more than 20 times more likely to get in an accident than non-distracted drivers. Because of the safety risks associated with the use of electronic devices while driving, FMCSA is also working on additional regulatory measures that will be announced in the coming months.
"We are committed to using every resource available to eliminate the dangers of distracted driving,” said FMCSA Administrator Anne S. Ferro. “This rulemaking to prohibit texting by interstate commercial truck and bus drivers, along with the Cornell E-Rulemaking Initiative, reinforces our unwavering commitment and provides the public with a unique opportunity to share their ideas and comments on how together we can make our roads safer.”
The proposed rule will be on public display in the Federal Register March 31 and will appear in print in the Federal Register on April 1.
During the September 2009 Distracted Driving Summit, the Secretary announced the Department’s plan to pursue this regulatory action, as well as rulemakings to reduce the other risks posed by distracted driving.
President Obama also signed an Executive Order directing federal employees not to engage in text messaging while driving government-owned vehicles or with government-owned equipment. Federal employees were required to comply with the ban starting on December 30, 2009.
The public can follow the progress of the U.S. Department of Transportation in working to combat distracted driving at www.distraction.gov.
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History in Blue 160 Years of Women Police, Sheriffs, Detectives, and State Troopers By Allan Duffin
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In 1893, Chicago’s mayor gave Marie Owens the title of “patrolman,” even though she had no authority to walk a beat. She did “women’s work” and was a patrolman in name only. Throughout her 30 years of service, she was never allowed to wear a uniform. It would take nearly a century for women to be able to join the police ranks as full-fledged officers. Even today, women comprise just 15 percent of the nation’s nearly one million law enforcement officers.
Spanning 160 years, History in Blue is the first book to tell the riveting story of the uphill struggle for respect and recognition sustained by women in the modern police force. Featuring rare photographs and original interviews with pioneering female officers, this fascinating book chronicles the ongoing fight for equality in the world of law enforcement. In this vivid and remarkable history, Allan T. Duffin tells of the extraordinary women who broke down the barriers of gender so that they—and many generations of successors—could do the work they loved most.
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Everyday Tow Hero In AZ
Kudos to Mike Davis, owner of Tarheel Towing of Prescott Valley, AZ, for donating $1,000 each year for the past 17 years to the annual Yavapai Area Invitational Spring Games of the Special Olympics!
Here's the story from The Daily Courier:
PRESCOTT VALLEY - Hundreds of people filled the stands and cheered on the 161 athletes who competed Saturday at the 17th annual Yavapai Area Invitational Spring Games of the Special Olympics.
Athletes from northern Arizona Special Olympics groups including Bradshaw Mountain, Flagstaff Hozhoni, Flagstaff Mountaineers, Rainbow Acres, Verde Valley and Williams teams competed at the meet at Bradshaw Mountain High School.
Jill Greedy of the Williams team looked forward to competing in the deadlifting event.
"My max is 145 pounds," Greedy said. "I'm hoping to go to state. I hope my brother can come, since their baby is due around then."
Greedy said she just began competing in the deadlift again after taking a four-year break because of issues with her hands because of cerebral palsy.
Greedy proudly showed off the tattoo on her arm commemorating the seven Special Olympic gold medals in weightlifting and cycling she's earned over the years.
Kenneth McLoughlin of the Bradshaw Mountain team greeted friends, looked forward to seeing his parents at the meet, and couldn't wait for the shot put and the 200-meter events to begin.
"I'm so glad my mother, sister and nephew are here already," said Brandy Snow of the Bradshaw Mountain team. Snow competed in the softball throw and 100-meter walk.
"I like that Little Caesar guy," Snow said pointing to the mascot.
The mascots from local entities - including the Prescott High School Badger and businesses such as Wendy's and Red Robin - gave out hugs as they mingled with the crowd, posed for photos, and later ran a race.
Marnie Uhl, director of the Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce, welcomed everyone to opening ceremonies as the Bradshaw Mountain Middle School and Glassford Hill Middle School bands played the Olympic Theme.
Honor guards from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's Army ROTC, the Prescott Police Department, and the Yavapai County Sheriff's Office presented the colors on the sunny, but windy day.
"Please welcome our athletes," said Commander Laura Molinaro of the Prescott Valley Police Department who is part of the Games management team. "They've been practicing a lot for this competition."
The crowd erupted in cheers as the athletes paraded by the stands with Special Olympics Arizona CEO Tim Martin, Yavapai County Sheriff Steve Waugh, Prescott Police Chief Mike Kabbel, and Prescott Valley Vice Mayor Lora Lee Nye and other local leaders.
Cassandra Tallman of the Bradshaw Mountain team sang the national anthem.
Brad Penner, chaplain of the Prescott Valley Police Department, said, "Bless them as they compete and keep them safe," during his invocation.
Molinaro thanked Tarheel Towing for donating $1,000 each year to the Special Olympics Games for the past 17 years and Dr. Henry Schmitt of Humboldt Unified School District for giving the event use of the field each year.
Mike Davis, owner of Tarheel Towing, told the athletes, "All we ask is that you have fun."
NARTA Recruit Officer Brent Kimbriel of the Chino Valley Police Department ran in carrying the torch flanked by police officers on bicycles then handed it to Chris DeWolfe of the Bradshaw Mountain team who lit the Olympic torch.
"That was fun," said DeWolfe afterward.
Uhl thanked the many sponsors, volunteers, athletes and their families, and people who turned out to cheer on the athletes.
Athlete Robert Airas of the Flagstaff Mountaineers team and Kabbel read the Special Olympics Oath together: "Let me win, but if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt."
"We are about to witness the most pure event and athletic competition," Martin said. "Let the games begin."
In the shot put area, Coach Robert Ziegler of the Bradshaw Mountain Special Olympics team reminded the athletes to warm up before competition.
"State games are in three weeks and we don't want to get hurt now," Ziegler said.
After Haley Stanfer of the Bradshaw Mountain team finished her practice throw and stepped out of the ring, she said "Coach Robert and Dillon in power lifting helped train us."
Stanfer also said she looked forward to competing in the pentathlon next.
In the power lifting area, Dillon Haag of the Bradshaw Mountain team successfully lifted 155 pounds. Afterward, he said this is his first year doing this in the Special Olympics.
"My favorite event is deadlifting and that's coming up soon," Haag said.
Willie Allen of the Bradshaw Mountain team - who lifted 105 pounds - said he has been training and competing in power lifting for three years.
"I lift almost as much as I weigh," Allen said.
After the 25-meter wheelchair race, Julio Sanchez of the Verde Valley team smiled to cheers of "Yea, Julio!" and "We love you Julio!" coming from the stands.
"It's my favorite event. I practice a lot," Sanchez said.
Leandra Yazza of the Hozhoni Flagstaff team won the wheelchair slalom race.
Yazza said it's her favorite event and she's been competing in it for the past four years.
Like many other athletes, Yazza looks forward to competing in the state Special Olympics meet in Phoenix. To compete in state, the athletes must have completed eight weeks of training and competed in a regional meet.
Here's the story from The Daily Courier:
PRESCOTT VALLEY - Hundreds of people filled the stands and cheered on the 161 athletes who competed Saturday at the 17th annual Yavapai Area Invitational Spring Games of the Special Olympics.
Athletes from northern Arizona Special Olympics groups including Bradshaw Mountain, Flagstaff Hozhoni, Flagstaff Mountaineers, Rainbow Acres, Verde Valley and Williams teams competed at the meet at Bradshaw Mountain High School.
Jill Greedy of the Williams team looked forward to competing in the deadlifting event.
"My max is 145 pounds," Greedy said. "I'm hoping to go to state. I hope my brother can come, since their baby is due around then."
Greedy said she just began competing in the deadlift again after taking a four-year break because of issues with her hands because of cerebral palsy.
Greedy proudly showed off the tattoo on her arm commemorating the seven Special Olympic gold medals in weightlifting and cycling she's earned over the years.
Kenneth McLoughlin of the Bradshaw Mountain team greeted friends, looked forward to seeing his parents at the meet, and couldn't wait for the shot put and the 200-meter events to begin.
"I'm so glad my mother, sister and nephew are here already," said Brandy Snow of the Bradshaw Mountain team. Snow competed in the softball throw and 100-meter walk.
"I like that Little Caesar guy," Snow said pointing to the mascot.
The mascots from local entities - including the Prescott High School Badger and businesses such as Wendy's and Red Robin - gave out hugs as they mingled with the crowd, posed for photos, and later ran a race.
Marnie Uhl, director of the Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce, welcomed everyone to opening ceremonies as the Bradshaw Mountain Middle School and Glassford Hill Middle School bands played the Olympic Theme.
Honor guards from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's Army ROTC, the Prescott Police Department, and the Yavapai County Sheriff's Office presented the colors on the sunny, but windy day.
"Please welcome our athletes," said Commander Laura Molinaro of the Prescott Valley Police Department who is part of the Games management team. "They've been practicing a lot for this competition."
The crowd erupted in cheers as the athletes paraded by the stands with Special Olympics Arizona CEO Tim Martin, Yavapai County Sheriff Steve Waugh, Prescott Police Chief Mike Kabbel, and Prescott Valley Vice Mayor Lora Lee Nye and other local leaders.
Cassandra Tallman of the Bradshaw Mountain team sang the national anthem.
Brad Penner, chaplain of the Prescott Valley Police Department, said, "Bless them as they compete and keep them safe," during his invocation.
Molinaro thanked Tarheel Towing for donating $1,000 each year to the Special Olympics Games for the past 17 years and Dr. Henry Schmitt of Humboldt Unified School District for giving the event use of the field each year.
Mike Davis, owner of Tarheel Towing, told the athletes, "All we ask is that you have fun."
NARTA Recruit Officer Brent Kimbriel of the Chino Valley Police Department ran in carrying the torch flanked by police officers on bicycles then handed it to Chris DeWolfe of the Bradshaw Mountain team who lit the Olympic torch.
"That was fun," said DeWolfe afterward.
Uhl thanked the many sponsors, volunteers, athletes and their families, and people who turned out to cheer on the athletes.
Athlete Robert Airas of the Flagstaff Mountaineers team and Kabbel read the Special Olympics Oath together: "Let me win, but if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt."
"We are about to witness the most pure event and athletic competition," Martin said. "Let the games begin."
In the shot put area, Coach Robert Ziegler of the Bradshaw Mountain Special Olympics team reminded the athletes to warm up before competition.
"State games are in three weeks and we don't want to get hurt now," Ziegler said.
After Haley Stanfer of the Bradshaw Mountain team finished her practice throw and stepped out of the ring, she said "Coach Robert and Dillon in power lifting helped train us."
Stanfer also said she looked forward to competing in the pentathlon next.
In the power lifting area, Dillon Haag of the Bradshaw Mountain team successfully lifted 155 pounds. Afterward, he said this is his first year doing this in the Special Olympics.
"My favorite event is deadlifting and that's coming up soon," Haag said.
Willie Allen of the Bradshaw Mountain team - who lifted 105 pounds - said he has been training and competing in power lifting for three years.
"I lift almost as much as I weigh," Allen said.
After the 25-meter wheelchair race, Julio Sanchez of the Verde Valley team smiled to cheers of "Yea, Julio!" and "We love you Julio!" coming from the stands.
"It's my favorite event. I practice a lot," Sanchez said.
Leandra Yazza of the Hozhoni Flagstaff team won the wheelchair slalom race.
Yazza said it's her favorite event and she's been competing in it for the past four years.
Like many other athletes, Yazza looks forward to competing in the state Special Olympics meet in Phoenix. To compete in state, the athletes must have completed eight weeks of training and competed in a regional meet.
Incident Traffic Control Course For Incident Respoders to be held June 12 in Grand Rapids, MI
ITC is a 4-hour course that presents a basic overview of temporary traffic control (TTC) standards and guidelines for incident responders. It provides essential information to make traffic incident areas safer for emergency management personnel, motorists, pedestrians and bicyclists.
Specifically, it discusses principles and concepts of temporary traffic control presented in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) Section 6I, a Federal standard which now specifically addresses traffic incident management areas. The MUTCD divides traffic incidents into three general classes of duration, each with unique traffic control characteristics and needs.
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Specifically, it discusses principles and concepts of temporary traffic control presented in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) Section 6I, a Federal standard which now specifically addresses traffic incident management areas. The MUTCD divides traffic incidents into three general classes of duration, each with unique traffic control characteristics and needs.
Click here for more information!
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