"To Unite and Elevate Automotive Professionals, and Give Them Voice" | |
ASCCA November 2023 Team Weekend
Register & Book Your Room Today!
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NOVEMBER TEAM WEEKEND
November 17-19, 2023
Embassy Suites Sacramento Riverfront Promenade
100 Capitol Mall, Sacramento, CA 95814
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Notice of ASCCA Membership Meeting at the Team Weekend! | | |
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ASCCA MEMBERSHIP MEETING
November 18, 2023 @ 1:30pm
Embassy Suites Sacramento Riverfront Promenade
100 Capitol Mall, Sacramento, CA 95814
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Proposed bylaws amendments will be voted on during that meeting. In accordance with the bylaws, Regular, Associate, Retired, and Past President members in good standing are entitled to vote. To view the proposed bylaw amendments and read more about the meeting, click below: | |
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FRIDAY EVENING NETWORKING OPPORTUNITY!
Friday November 17, 5pm-7pm in the lobby of the Embassy Suites!
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Book Your Room Today!
All attendees must make their own room reservations. Our room rate is $229/night for single or double occupancy.
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Click here to book online for Friday, November 17 and Saturday, November 18.
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Or call 916-326-5000 to make your reservation.
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Mention “AS2” when making your reservation to get the discounted rate.
The cut-off date for making reservations with the hotel is Wednesday, October 27, 2023. Any reservations made after this date are subject to full published hotel rates. Rooms are not guaranteed to be available after our cut-off date. Please book your room ASAP to avoid not getting a room!
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Featuring Corporate Partner: | |
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California Employer’s Services was started in 1997. The goal was to get employers compliant with both OSHA and California Labor Laws.
California Employers Services is a dedicated resource for employers operating in the complex and dynamic landscape of California. With a deep understanding of the intricate labor laws and regulations governing the state, they provide valuable support and guidance to help businesses navigate employment-related challenges.
They assist a diverse range of employers, from small businesses to larger enterprises, in understanding and adhering to California's employment requirements. Their expertise extends to areas such as labor compliance, HR management, and payroll services, ensuring that businesses can maintain lawful and ethical employment practices.
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Check out this episode of Remarkable Results Radio featuring the owner of California Employer's Services and OSHA and Labor Law Expert, Dave Fischer, talk about CAL OSHA vs Federal OSHA, regulations, compliance, labor laws and general advice.
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October 2023 Legislative Update | |
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By: Jack Molodanof
ASCCA Lobbyist & Government Affairs Committee Chair
LEGISLATIVE BILLS
Bureau of Automotive Repair
- AB 1263 - Bureau of Automotive Repair – Support. High priority. This bill, among other things, would maintain the continuation of the BAR Advisory Committee; require employees, such as service writers, who are involved in a BAR violation to attend remedial training; require a salvage rebuilder selling a revived salvage vehicle to provide a consumer with a safety systems certificate and require upcoming BAR towing and storage regulations to reference the civil and vehicle codes and insurance code regulations. Status: Signed by Governor.
Catalytic Converter Theft Bills
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AB 641 - Catalytic Converters – Watch. Makes it a misdemeanor for someone to possess 9 or more used catalytic converters that have been cut from a vehicle unless they are a licensed dismantler. Status: Signed by Governor.
- AB 1519 - Catalytic Converters – Concerns. Makes it a misdemeanor to remove, alter or obfuscate any VIN engraved, etched or otherwise marked on a catalytic converter, or from possessing 3 or more catalytic converters that have...
Read Full Update
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Application Now Open for ASCEF SCHOLARSHIPS! | |
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Applications are currently being accepted for the Automotive Service Councils Educational Foundation (ASCEF) 2024 scholarships! Each year, the ASCEF awards scholarships ranging from $500 - $1,000. These scholarships provide assistance to current under-graduates who are in the automotive service field.
Overall Qualifications: You must be planning to seek employment in the California after-market/independent repair industry and be a
- California high school senior who plans to enroll in post high school technical and academic training or
- California college under-graduate in the automotive service field.
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Applications must be submitted by March 31, 2024
The ASCEF is a nonprofit corporation dedicated to supporting and advancing the entire automotive industry through technical education and training, scholarships, and other industry inspired programs.
To learn more about the ASCEF, visit www.ascef.org.
Questions? Contact Kate Peyser at 916-290-5828 or kpeyser@amgroup.us.
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Bureau of Automotive Repair
Upcoming Meetings & Workshops
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Meeting details and materials are posted 10 days in advance of the meeting date.
(1:30pm - 2:30pm; in-person or virtual)
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Citation and Remedial Training Programs
for Automotive Repair Dealers
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Pursuant to Assembly Bill 471 (Low, Chapter 372, Statutes of 2021), BAR adopted regulations on May 31, 2023, implementing citation and remedial training programs for automotive repair dealers, effective July 1, 2023. Under the programs, an automotive repair dealer who receives a citation for violations of the Automotive Repair Act may file an appeal to have the citation considered by a three-member citation review panel (composed of one representative each from BAR, the public, and the automotive repair industry). Additionally, an automotive repair dealer cited for violations deemed minor in nature may, once every 18 months and until July 1, 2026, complete remedial training by a BAR-certified remedial training provider to prevent disclosure of the citation on BAR’s website.
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The Available Training Can be Found here: www.bar.ca.gov/calarc
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California Cool Air Rebate Program | |
The California Cool Air Rebate Program aims to provide 4 million dollars in financial assistance to eligible Californians in your community to repair leaking air conditioning systems in their cars and light-duty trucks. | |
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Remarkable Results Radio
New Podcast Episodes for October 2023!
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Intentionally Lowering Tensions in Conversations
(Remarkable Results)
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In our fast-paced world, tension is a common occurrence in various aspects of life, including work, relationships, and competition. Dan Taylor discusses the concept of the “Three P’s” – purpose, process, and payoff – as a way to set clear expectations and lower tension. He also emphasizes the role of active listening, empathetic engagement, understanding others’ perspectives and the importance of nonverbal communication. Remember, the art of conversation is a journey, not a destination. Let’s continue to learn and grow together.
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Defining Mentoring and Its Role in Implementing Change
(Aftermarket Weekly)
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Gary Gunn discusses how mentoring differs from coaching and how it can benefit shop owners in defining their own success and implementing necessary changes in their businesses. Gary shares his experience as a mentor and offers tools and strategies for shop owners to implement new ideas and overcome challenges. He emphasizes the importance of working on the business and oneself, creating a scoreboard for business performance, and understanding the true cost of doing business. Gary also explains the role of a true mentor...
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You can find all the newest episodes as well as the entire library HERE!
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Antonio Munoz
Cecil's Hi-Tech
Auto Care
Vacaville, CA
Introductory Member
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Greg Golsan
Concord High School
Concord, CA
Ch 20. Educator Member
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Hovsep Sorfazian
Joe's Smog Check &
Test Only Star Station
North Hollywood, CA
Introductory Member
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ASCCA Committees Seek Your Help | |
ASCCA committees are seeking volunteers. Involvement can be at varying levels of time commitment, comfort level and responsibility. Simply reach out to committee leaders and let them know more about your interest, talent and available time commitment and they will match you up with ways you can help.
ASCCA committee volunteers have one thing in common, they agree that by volunteering they received more than they give in the way of both personal and professional growth.
Let us know if you’d like to attend a future meeting at info@ascca.com
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ASCEF Vehicle Donations - THANK YOU! | |
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Thank you to Nishikawa Auto Service for donating a Honda Pilot. Your donation raised $11,000 for the ASC Educational Foundation and will continue to help us award scholarships to students seeking a career in the automotive aftermarket industry.
We appreciate all the support!
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ASCEF has been working diligently to improve the car donation process over the past few months. We are happy to announce that ASCEF has a new car donation phone number that will direct you to a team of people who are specifically trained to handle our car donations. This will ensure a smoother donation process and an overall better experience. Call (844) 877-2473 to make a donation today! Every car donated goes towards scholarships for students developing a career in the automotive aftermarket industry.
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It’s so easy to build careers one car at a time. ASC Educational Foundation rewards scholarships each year to students wishing to develop a career in the automotive aftermarket industry. So help us make a difference in a student’s life! Learn more about donations through the ASC Educational Foundation.
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The ADA Checklist: 2021 Compliance
Guidelines for Website Accessibility
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ADA website compliance and web accessibility are two terms that are used interchangeably but they are distinct from one another.
ADA stands for the Americans with Disabilities Act which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability. Courts are construing Title III of the ADA to mean that websites must be accessible. Thus, with ADA website compliance, we're referring to the law.
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Refer a Member Receive $125 | |
You're eligible for a $125 referral fee when you refer a new Regular or Associate member to ASCCA!
Referral Awards are paid out when the member's annual dues are paid for their first year.
Contact the ASCCA office if you have any questions at info@ascca.com or (800) 810-4272!
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Sacramento, CA 95814
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