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Welcome to the latest edition of the Monday Morning Messenger.
I trust everyone had an excellent Fourth of July weekend.
In our first story of the morning, the Acting Governor has issued a disaster declaration that suspends the Hours of Service for several in the anticipated path of Hurricane Beryl.
In a very close second, the Texas Propane Gas Association wants to alert members of another coordinated roadside enforcement event happening this week.
Additionally, the association has several updates for members regarding our upcoming annual convention and expo. Firstly, one of the most important updates is that the hotel reservation deadline is this week.
Also, see which vendors and service providers are coming to the expo.
Lastly, to foster the next generation of propane professionals, NPGA has launched the Young Professionals Council (YPC). Read and share this opportunity with young propane professionals at your company.
Also, check out our Quick Links for regulatory blog archives, Propane Service Corporation, GeneratioNext, and magazine archives.
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- Hurricane Beryl Waiver
- Heightened Roadside Enforcement
- Hotel Reservation Deadline Wednesday
- Expo. Who's Coming?
- NPGA Young Professionals Council
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Hurricane Beryl: Texas Hours Waiver | |
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Over the weekend, Dan Patrick, Acting Governor of the State of Texas, issued disaster proclamation(s) certifying that Hurricane Beryl poses a threat of imminent disaster, including widespread and severe property damage, injury, and loss of life due to possible widespread flooding, life-threatening storm surge, damaging wind, and heavy rainfall.
Pursuant to 49 CFR 390.23, an emergency declaration issued by the Governor of a state automatically triggers the suspension of hours-of-service limitations outlined in 49 CFR 395.3 for 14 days for select counties in the path of the Hurricane. See the linked declaration below for a full list of counties.
The Acting Texas Governor's latest disaster declaration was issued on July 6, 2024, and hours-of-service limitations will be waived for 14 days thereafter while responding to these potentially affected counties.
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ANECDOTES NEEDED! Please share how this waiver benefited your propane company before and during the storm. TPGA and NPGA will use these stories to secure future waivers. Email anecdotes to jmason@txpropane.com. | |
Heightened Enforcement: July 7-13, 2024
Operation Safe Driver Week
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Mark your calendars! Operation Safe Driver Week is happening from July 7th to 13th, 2024. This annual initiative by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) focuses on improving road safety through education and enforcement of safe driving practices for both commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers and passenger vehicle drivers.
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Focus on Reckless Driving: Law enforcement will be on high alert for CMV drivers exhibiting reckless, careless, or dangerous behaviors behind the wheel. This includes speeding, distracted driving, following too closely, driving under the influence, and more.
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Increased Enforcement Activity: Expect to see more traffic enforcement throughout the week. CMV drivers caught engaging in unsafe behaviors can be pulled over and issued a warning or citation.
Helping You Stay Safe on the Road
The CVSA offers a variety of resources to support CMV employers and CDL drivers in prioritizing safety:
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Free Driver Training Materials: Equip your drivers with the knowledge they need to stay safe on the road—access free downloadable resources like educational materials and OnDemand Training.
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Crossroads Hotel Reservation Deadline: July 10th
Have You Secured Your Hotel Room? | |
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The last day to book with a special rate at our Crossroads Propane Expo & Conference Host Hotel is Wednesday, July 10, 2024.
Host Hotel: Marriott Dallas Allen Hotel
777 Watters Creek Blvd
Allen, TX 75013
Marriott Dallas Allen Hotel & Convention Center is just 30 minutes from downtown Dallas and a short drive from DFW International and Love Field airports. The Marriott is across the street from high-end shopping and dining at Watters Creek.
Room Rates
Special Rate: $159.00 Parking: $5 for Crossroads guests
This rate starts on Wednesday, July 31, and ends on Sunday, August 4, 2024.
Check-in: 3:00 pm Check-out: 12:00 pm
Onsite dining is available, and Allen hosts over 270 dining establishments.
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Shop Around: 80+ Vendors Under One Roof
Who's Coming to Crossroads? | |
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When: Saturday, August 3, 2024 10 AM - 4 PM
Where: Marriott Dallas Allen Hotel (Terrell Hall)
777 Watters Creek Blvd
Allen, TX 75013
Parking just $5
| | Exhibitors & Participating Suppliers | |
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4JEnergy
A.R.M. Solutions
Advantage Route Systems
AJA Tanks, LLC
Alamo Corporate Group, Inc.
All Propane LPG
American Energy Institute
Ben Spurgin Insurance Agency Inc.
Bergquist Inc
Cactus Tanks
CageWatch
CARGAS
ChemStar, Inc
Cordell & Company Insurance Agency
Crum & Forster
CUI
Cunningham Gas Products
DPS - Commerical Driver's License Division
DPS - Texas Highway Patrol CVE
DROPLET FUEL
Emerson Fisher LP-Gas Equipment
ENERGY TECH SOLUTIONS LLC
Enterprise Products
Enterprise Transportation
Evergreen Mobile Power
Exosent Engineering, LLC
FMCSA
Fisk Tank Carrier, Inc.
Folsom Propane Services, LLC
F-Rams, Inc
FuelMor Propane Software
Garrett Insurance Agency Inc
Gas Equipment Company, A Makeen Energy Company
Grammer Logistics
Gyxis North America LLC
H.D. Supply
InSite Platform Partners Inc.
JARCO
Legacy Energy Consulting
Linscot Enterprises, Inc.
LOCK AMERICA INC
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Lux Industries
Marshall Excelsior
Marshall Young / Higginbotham
Martin Gas Sales
Meeder Equipment Company
METSA
MID:COM
Midstream Transportation
Mopeka Products
Nexio
NGL Supply/Legend LLC
Nixon & Lindstrom Insurance
NoCell Technologies
Omega Flex, Inc.
Otodata
P3 Propane / GeneratioNext Propane Pros / Consumer Focus Marketing
PDI Technologies
PERC
Phoenix Park Energy Marketing LLC
Propane Service Corporation
Qual Pay
Railroad Commission of Texas
Ransome Manufacturing
RURAL COMPUTER CONSULTANTS
Sacramento Energy Resources
Squibb Taylor Inc.
Swain & Baldwin Insurance Services
Targa Resources
Tauber Oil
Taurus Systems Inc.
TerraVest Industries
TCEQ TERP
Tiger Payment Solutions
Total Control Systems
Transtech Energy
TRIARC Tank
USDOT/PHMSA
Warm Thoughts Communications
WB TANK & EQUIPMENT, LLC.
Westmor Industries
Worthington Enterprises
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For propane providers, attendees include bobtail delivery operators and small bottle-filling station operators. Expo-only registration is available.
Attendee Expo Only Pricing
$150.00 initial propane employee
Additional Expo Only
$75 per propane employee
Additional registration options are available; click here.
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The expo floor is almost sold out for suppliers and service providers. If you do not have a booth, get one now.
Members, it is $1090 for 10 X 10 or for non-exhibiting suppliers.
Suppliers and service providers are encouraged to pre-register. Register by July 10, 2024, to appear in the program.
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Save the Date: NPGA Young Professionals Council (YPC) First In-Person Meeting to be Held in Texas
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This year, the NPGA established the Young Professionals Council to develop new generations of propane industry leaders through educational sessions, leadership opportunities, networking, and easing overall industry engagement.
Council membership consists of industry workers 40 years old and under from various company positions. We are also establishing a diverse group of corporate members, including marketers, suppliers, vendors, and service companies.
Educational sessions, webinars, and meetings are primarily conducted online, with face-to-face opportunities at the Southeast Expo in April and selected board meetings.
Next Meeting
The Council has chosen Texas for its first in-person event and meeting, which will be held in conjunction with the NPGA Fall Board Meeting in San Antonio on October 7th and 8th.
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If you want to learn more about joining the council or sponsoring its monthly online educational sessions, please contact Robert Kenney, membership chair, for more information.
Robert will also be at the Crossroads Expo and would love to meet with you to discuss participation in the Council. You can reach him at robert@metsa.com
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