SMC Minutes - June 2008

Safety Management Council Minutes
June 5, 2008

Chairman Carl Salazar called the meeting to order at 12:30 p.m.

Carl asked for and received self introductions.

The April minutes were approved as mailed, and the Financial Report was read and approved.

Keynote Speaker
Today’s speaker was Max Haynes from Ergo Med.  Max discussed ways in which companies can control costs associated with worker injuries and work comp claims.  Physicals which include range of motion pre-screening can establish baselines for your employees.  Further injuries then can be compared against those baselines. 

Cpt. Mark Savage also discussed the Democratic National Convention, and how it will impact trucking through the Denver region.  He will keep us posted.

In addition, Carl Salazar reviewed the Roadeo and thanked all the volunteers, donors and drivers.  Review comments are0 necessary, so anyone with comments please contact Carl or Patti.

Council Reports
CSP -   Cpt. Gary Torgerson will be retiring in July.
CMCA - Highway Watch is no longer a viable training program.  Contact Patti.  If you are having trouble with revocable permits, please contact Patti.  Laminated medical cards are now officially accepted by all CO DMVs.  Contact Patti if you want a copy of the letter. 

Planned Council Activities

1. 2008 Calendars are available from Patti.  Mark your calendars now!
2. Rendezvous is July 16-18

Chairman’s Report
A reminder that we will be hosting the 2008 Rocky Mountain Regional Safety Rendezvous from July 16-18 in Steamboat Springs.  Please plan on attending.  And, we’ll need help with volunteers, committee members and sponsorships, so if you’re interested in helping contact me or Patti.  We will be having a planning meeting on Monday, January 21st at 1pm. 

Thanks to everyone who helped with the Roadeo and the Road Checks this past month. 

CMCA members raised almost $3000 for Special Olympics at the Roadeo and Convoy.  We will keep you posted on future activities to support this great cause.

Our next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on July 10th, not July 3rd, due to the Holiday..

 
Old Business
CMCA is still working on A/V solutions. And the Logo Catalog.  We’ll keep you posted.

New Business

The meeting adjourned at 1:30 p.m.

August SMC Meeting

August 12, 2008
12:00 noon lunch
12:30 pm Meeting - followed by Roadeo meeting

CMCA Office
4060 Elati St.
Denver, CO 80216

SMC Minutes - July 2008

Safety Management Council Minutes
July 10, 2008

Chairman Carl Salazar called the meeting to order at 12:30 p.m.

Carl asked for and received self introductions.

The Mayminutes were approved as mailed, and the Financial Report was read and approved.

Keynote Speaker
Today’s speakers were Craig Peters and Steve Bates from Operation Lifesaver.  The discussion was around large trucks / train crashes and rail grade crossing safety.  Operation Lifesaver has a new video featuring trucks, which is quite good.  The gentlemen offered to conduct in-house safety meetings for all our members.    Steve Bates is in the Denver Region at 303-870-7394 and Craig Peters is in the Platteville area at 970-846-3104.

Cpt. Mark Savage also discussed the Democratic National Convention, and how it will impact trucking through the Denver region.  He will keep us posted.

In addition, Carl Salazar reviewed the Rendezvous plans and thanked all the sponsors and volunteers.  There is still room, so register quickly.

Council Reports
CSP -   Cpt. Mark Savage brought HM routing maps for the Democratic National Convention.  Call CMCA for more copies.
CSP – HM – Public hearings are being conducted to review HM routes.  Contact Allan Turner for more information.
CDOT – Teresa Carrillo discussed information about the OS / OW Divisible Load rulemaking schedule for quad axle trailer units.
ATA – John Daschke reviewed ATA comments and positions on the Drug/Alcohol testing changes, the EOBR webinar and the CDL rulemaking.
CMCA - Highway Watch is no longer a viable training program.  If you are having trouble with revocable permits, please contact Patti.  Laminated medical cards are now officially accepted by all CO DMVs.  Contact Patti if you want a copy of the letter. 

Planned Council Activities

1. Wheatridge Carnation Festival Parade – August 16 – contact Lois Arnold.
2. National Truck Driver Appreciation Week – August 24 - 30

Chairman’s Report
A reminder that we will be hosting the 2008 Rocky Mountain Regional Safety Rendezvous from July 16-18 in Steamboat Springs.  Please plan on attending.  And, we’ll need help with volunteers, committee members and sponsorships, so if you’re interested in helping contact me or Patti. 

The Ray Smith Scholarship Committee is selling raffle tickets to raise money for scholarships.  The prize is a 50” Plasma Television, donated by DG Coleman.  Tickets are 1 for $5 or 5 for $20.  They make great driver appreciation gifts, safety incentives, etc.  See Patti or Tracey to purchase them.

The Colorado State Patrol is holding a fundraising golf tournament on Sunday, July 20th at Riverdale Dunes.  Proceeds go to help one of the officers who is battling cancer.  Entry forms are up front, and have been emailed to you.

We will be setting up a Driver Appreciation event for the week of August 24th.  If you can help out, please let Patti know so she can plan.

Old Business:
The audio/visual remodel for downstairs will happen Monday – we are getting a new sound system and video projection system with monitors in the dining room and back of this room – stop by to see the finished product!

CMCA Logo catalog is being finished up – we are in final proof stages for the flyers.  You will be able to purchase CMCA merchandise and get Safety Council, Allied Conference, or Maintenance Council items as well. 

New Business:
Bob Appel from Roadway Express is retiring.  He thanked the Council for being included in our Safety programs, and hopes he can continue.  Special thanks to the CSP, Chris Mann and Tom Lee.