May 2021 Texas Propane magazine

TexasPropane Texas Propane Volume 77 No. 5

May 2021

T H E M AG A Z I N E F O R T H E T E X A S P R O PA N E G A S A S S O C I AT I O N

2021 CROSSROADS PROPANE EXPO & CONFERENCE Registration is Open!

TPGA 1st Quarter Meeting Photos Complete the Annual Retail Propane Sales Survey

Maintaining the Legacy You’ve Built

You have worked hard to build your business. Pinnacle Propane is committed to preserving your legacy.

Have you considered selling your propane business but concerns for your customers and employees are holding you back?

At Pinnacle Propane, our values of Customer Service, Integrity, and Safety emphasize providing the best possible experience for our customers and employees. We focus on providing local service to our customers and empowering our employees via competitive pay, a robust benefits package, and advancement opportunities.

As you think about next steps, let us work with you to develop a fair purchase plan and a seamless transition so that you can relax and enjoy the results of your efforts.

Bill Webb Senior Vice President Business Development 936-329-1440

Matt Terry Director Business Development 210-560-5418

Call us today for more information and a confidential assessment of your business.

About Pinnacle Propane: Pinnacle Propane is a leading propane distributor in the U.S. and is part of a global group of

LPG companies owned by SHV Energy, the largest dedicated global LPG distributor. Pinnacle Propaneʼs operations include bulk gas storage and delivery, cylinder filling and distribution, and community gas systems. Learn more at www.pinnaclepropane.com.

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T H E M AG A Z I N E F O R T H E T E X A S P R O PA N E G A S A S S O C I AT I O N

TPGA staff Bill Van Hoy Executive Director bvanhoy@txpropane.com Jackie Mason Education & Marketing Regulatory & Legislative Affairs jmason@txpropane.com Debbie Simpson Executive Assistant Membership Meeting Planner Publication Coordinator dsimpson@txpropane.com

Features 2021 Crossroads TPGA Propane Expo & Conference . . . . . . . . . . 6 Make plans for Corpus Christi August 12-14, 2021

Corpus Christi: Gateway to Fun. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Propane Service Corporation

It’s Time to Complete the Annual Retail Propane Sales Survey . 16

Debbie Simpson 800-392-0023 dsimpson@txpropane.com

Appliance Rebates Are Now Available in Texas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Publisher

Kim Scheberle Account Manager/Managing Editor Sail House Publishing 512-346-0892 kscheberle@austin.rr.com Joanne Pantaze Advertising Sales 512-273-2639 jpantaze@zochnet.com Kiki Pantaze Art Director 512-924-7566 kpantaze@zochnet.com

PERC Partners with Texas Social Media Influencer to Highlight Propane. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 TCEQ is Now Accepting Applications for the Governmental Alternative Fuel Fleet Grant Program . . . . . . . . . . 22 Surviving the I-9 Audit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Departments Highlights from Headquarters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 TPGA Board of Directors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 People in Propane. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Inside the Industry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Classified Advertising . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Index to Advertisers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Propane with Purpose. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Say Cheese. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Highlights from Headquarters

Get Ready to Reconnect With Your Propane Community!

2021 CROSSROADS SPONSORS Golf Tournament

Tote Bags

Bill Van Hoy TPGA Executive Director After the unfortunate, but necessary, cancellation of the 2020 conference in Austin, we are happy to announce the 2021 Crossroads TPGA Propane Expo & Conference will be August 12-14, 2021 in Corpus Christi, TX. This event is the premier propane industry event in Texas, and provides a unique opportunity to share ideas and explore new equipment and technologies to make your business run more efficiently. Conference information is featured in this month’s

Texas Propane magazine.

Registration and exhibit sales are open. You can register online by going to the TPGA website (www.txpropane. com), going to the event calendar, and clicking on the link to the event website.

While you are registering, don’t forget to make your hotel reservations – rooms go quickly. The deadline for the group block at the Omni is July 21, 2021.

See you in Corpus!

AFFINITY PARTNERS

Lanyards

Expo Hall Refreshments

President’s Cocktail Reception

Partner

LEnergy ONE ST R Group

2020-2021 TPGA Board of Directors President: Josh McAdams, McAdams Propane, 936-598-7444 President Elect: Allen Wells, Baygas, 281-332-2630 Secretary: Harris Baker, HBH Systems, 512-587-8347 Treasurer/Finance Chair: Bill Collins, Collins Propane, 972-442-1078 District 1 Director: David Collett, Gas and Supply, 903-780-2488 District 1 Alternate: Open District 2 Director: Matt Brock, McAdams Propane, 936-598-7444 District 2 Alternate: Open District 3 Director: Jeremy Gentile, Hill Butane, 409-296-2001 District 3 Alternate: Open District 4 Director: Danny Meyers, Bellville Butane 979-865-2698 District 4 Alternate: Matt Peterson, Buster Brown Propane, 281-689-3946 District 5 Director: Ryan Tudyk, Howdy Propane Services, 361-771-1900 District 5 Alternate: Open District 6 Director: Omar Garcia, Mr. G Propane, 956-581-1063 District 6 Alternate: Open District 7 Director: Sharon Seale, Bell Hydrogas, 210-533-7103 District 7 Alternate: Open District 8 Director: Rodney Sladek, Fayetteville Propane, 979-836-7044 District 8 Alternate: Open District 9 Director: Brad Quisenberry, Gene Harris Petroleum, 888-336-4474 District 9 Alternate: Open District 10 Director: Josh Nowlin, McCraw Propane, 9003-583-7481 District 10 Alternate: Chad Gregg, Enderby Gas, 940-482-3225 District 11 Director: Steve Adams, Hardwick LPG, 254-647-3402 District 11 Alternate: Open District 12 Director: Laci Jo Stone, Schneider Distributing, 800-901-9109 District 12 Alternate: Open District 13 Director: Open

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District 13 Alternate: Open District 14 Director: Terry Perez, Perez Propane, 512-318-9780 District 14 Alternate: Open District 15 Director: Don Heinrich, Slaton Gas, 806-828-6501 District 15 Alternate: Open District 16 Director: Open District 16 Alternate: Open Past President: Mark Peterson, Buster Brown Propane, 281-689-3946 Past President: Jack Walzel, Tri-Co Propane, 254-642-3885 Past President: John Walter, Schneider Distributing, 800-901-9109 Past President: Ben Wood, Northwest Propane, 972-247-6121 Vice President: Jeremy Gentile, Hill Butane, 409-296-2001 Vice President: Matt Terry, SHV-Pinnacle Propane, 210-560-5418 Vice President: Larry Baty, Cadenhead Servis Gas, 800-722-8654 Sr. Vice President: Sr. Vice President: Todd Dorris, Roadrunner Energy, 830-278-2915 Sr. Vice President: Bill Collins, Collins Propane, 972-442-1078 Sr. Vice President: Joe Green, Green’s Blue Flame Gas, 713-462-5414 Assoc. Supplier Service Director: Rusty Walker, Marshall Young Insurance, 817-645-9155 Assoc. Supplier Service Alternate: Steve Johnson, Midstream Transportation, 512-787-3777 Assoc. Producer/Marketing Gas Director: Anna May Etheredge, Bishop Energy, 940-665-4672 Assoc. Producer/Marketing Gas Alternate: Jimmie Grant, Martin Gas Sales, 713-851-6155 Assoc. Manufacturer/Distributor Director: Jim Diehl, Squibb Taylor, 214-357-4591 Assoc. Manufacturer/Distributor Alternate: Joe Ezernack, Meeder Equipment, 903-877-9401 Assoc. At Large Director: J.R. Anderson, Gas Equipment Company, 972-406-3817 Assoc. At Large Alternate: John Becraft, Targa Resources, 817-416-7757 Nominating Chair: Ben Wood, Northwest Propane, 972-247-6121 NPGA Director: Chad Gray, Dixie LP Gas, 254-582-5359

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2021 Crossroads TPGA Propane Expo & Conference August 12 – 14, 2021

Corpus Christi, TX │ Conference: August 12 – 14, 2021 Expo: August 14, 2021 Omni Corpus Christi Hotel │ American Bank Center 6

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Crossroads TPGA Propane Expo & Conference August 12 – 14, 2021 Corpus Christi, TX

You’re Invited!

TPGA President Josh McAdams invites you to attend the 2021 Crossroads TPGA Propane Expo+Conference in Corpus Christi, TX, August 12-14. At Crossroads the propane industry will come together as a community.

At the Expo you will be able to discover the partners and solutions your organization needs. Discover the newest programs, products and services for today’s propane marketer.

Bid on items at the Silent Auction. All auction proceeds benefit the TPGA Scholarship Fund.

Definition of a Marketer

The definition of a Marketer for purposes of registering for this conference is a company involved in the retail sales of propane either residential or commercial, dispenser operators, or RV park operators. If you are a product manufacturer/distributor, service provider, transport, or propane wholesaler/producer you MUST be an exhibitor to register.

IMPORTANT DATES

Last Chance to Cancel for a Partial Refund Early Bird Pricing Expires Hotel Group Discount Deadline

TPGA is the association of the Texas propane industry, dedicated to the advancement of the propane industry, including safety, and efficiency concerns. Founded in 1944, TPGA acts as the industry voice on key issues of concern of its members.

TPGA works hard to advocate policies and provide services that strengthen the ability of the propane industry throughout Texas to serve their customers and communities.

The 2021 Crossroads TPGA Propane Expo & Conference serves as the Texas propane industry’s premier event where marketers and their staff and vendors in various sectors of the industry meet to discuss changes in the industry, best practices, and new products and technology.

THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS

Golf Tournament – Targa Resources Tote Bags – Cargas Lanyards – Westmor Expo Hall Refreshments – RCC President’s Cocktail Reception – Quality Steel; Mississippi Tank Partner - Anova

July 1, 2021 July 9, 2021 July 21, 2021 at 5:00pm

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Early Bird pricing Ends July 9, 2021

schedule at a glance August 12

special event

12:00p – 4:00p PERC Training (lunch incl) 4:30p – 5:30p U.S. DOT PHMSA Session Elmer Atkins Memorial Golf

Tournament

Sponsored by Targa Resources

August 13

7:30a-5:00p Exhibitor move-in 8:00a-1:30p Golf Tournament 5:00p-6:00p Welcome Reception Supplier dinners/on your own

August 14

10:00a-4:00p 5:00p-6:00p 6:00p-10:00p

Lozano Golf Center 4401 Old Brownsville Rd Corpus Christi, TX 78405

8:00a – 1:30p $125 per person Includes breakfast, golf, & awards lunch

Expo (lunch on the expo floor) President’s Cocktail Reception Gala/Annual Business/Board

Questions? Contact us at 800-325-7427 or email us at info@txpropane.com.

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Hotel Cut-off July 21, 2021 5:00pm CDT

host hotel

Omni Corpus Christi 900 North Shoreline Blvd Corpus Christi, TX 78401

Deluxe Guestrooms are offered at a discounted rate of $139+tax per night Single; $149+ tax per night Double. Self-parking is discounted at $15 per vehicle, per night; valet is $25 for overnight. Omni Select Guest Rewards members receive additional benefits. Check-in: 4:00pm Check-out: 11:00am Participants are responsible for reserving their own accommodations.

Contact Reservations directly at 800-THE-OMNI (800-843-6664) and mention the TPGA 2021 Propane Expo & Conference to receive the discounted rate.

July 21, 2021 at 5:00pm CDT is the cut-off date for hotel reservations at the discounted group rate. Please make your reservations early! After July 21, rooms are at “space and rate as available” basis.

No third-party providers are used for rooming at this conference. If you are contacted by a travel agency in reference to this conference, note that they have no affiliation with this event.

Hotel rooms in the discounted group block are reserved for attendees, their attending family members, exhibitors, sponsors, speakers, and Show staff.

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general information Registration Information: Payment accepted includes credit cards and

check. If paying by check, your registration will not be processed until the individual check is received at TPGA headquarters and will be processed in the order in which they are received.

Onsite Registration will be held at the Omni Hotel as follows: August 12 August 13

10:00a – 5:00p 7:30a – 5:00p

At the American Bank Center: August 14 8:00a – 3:00p You will also pick up your badge at this location if you have pre-registered.

At the Expo

• Some of the best vendors and service providers supporting the propane industry • Lunch on the Expo floor • Snacks & refreshments on the Expo floor • Silent Auction benefitting the TPGA Scholarship Fund

Recommended Attire: Resort chic, business casual or event appropriate.

Meeting room temperatures vary – remember to bring a sweater or jacket.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations received in writing by July 1, 2021

will be refunded 50% of their pre-paid registration fee. NO REFUNDS will be given after this date. Refunds will be issued after August 16, 2021.

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PERC Training FREE for Crossroads TPGA Conference attendees. To attend, select the PERC in the Session section of your registration.

August 12, 12:00p - 4:00p Omni Hotel Lunch is included.

PHMSA Session FREE for Crossroads TPGA Conference attendees. To attend, select the PHMSA session in the Session section of your registration.

The Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) of the US Department of Transportation (DOT) will host an informative session on the Top 11 issues that U.S. DOT investigators find at propane facilities during an audit. Get insight on what you can do to ensure your propane business is in compliance before your next DOT audit.

August 12, 4:30p - 5:30p Omni Hotel Speaker: Thomas J. Lynch Investigator, Southwest Region US Dept. of Transportation Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Admn.

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Early Bird (7/9/21)

□ Retail Marketer Full □ Additional Enrollee □ Spouse/Significant Other □ Child Over 12 (not an employee) □ Child Under 12 □ Marketer Expo Only □ Spouse Expo Only □ Additional Enrollee Expo Only □ TPGA Past President (not in propane business) □ Golf Tournament

$295 $225 $100 $100 FREE $100 $55 $55 FREE $125/player

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$395 $325 $100 $100 FREE $150 $75 $75 FREE $125/player

Sessions I will attend: __ PERC Training __PHMSA Session __ Welcome Reception __ Expo ___ President’s Cocktail Reception __ Gala

Method of Payment

All funds MUST be submitted on a US bank in US funds. TPGA does not accept purchase orders or invoices for services.

__ Check made payable to TPGA – check # _________________ Charge payment to the following credit card: ___ VISA ____MC ___ American Express ___________________________________________________ Card Number Exp ___________________________________________________ Name as it appears on Card Billing Zip ___________________________________________________ Signature Date ___ Please

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send a receipt to the email address listed above.

Send in Your Payment

Mail, Fax or Email completed form to: TPGA 2021 Crossroads TPGA Propane Expo & Conference 8408 North IH 35 Austin, TX 78753 Fax: 512-834-0758 Email: info@txpropane.com Please DO NOT mail AND fax or email your form.

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Feature

2021 TPGA Propane Expo & Conference August 12-14, 2021 Corpus Christi: Gateway to Fun Feel like you know Corpus Christi? It’s the place you stock up on groceries before heading to Port Aransas, right? Well, yes. But if that’s all you think of Corpus, then you’re in for a treat when you join fellow propane marketers for the annual convention and Expo this coming August.

Corpus has changed, baby! We’d like to introduce you to some of the off-campus fun you and your family can enjoy this coming summer. We’ll start with family friendly fun in North Beach and go beyond. Located just across the Harbor Bridge, North Beach is home to some of Corpus Christi’s hottest attractions, as well as a wide variety of places to eat and drink while taking in the stunning bayfront views!

The Aquarium reaches over 77,000 children each year through its education programs and contributes to meaningful research and conservation programs around the world. Plus, parking is free!

What’s nearby: Check out regional art at the Art Museum of South Texas and swing by Hester’s Cafe inside to get sandwiches, salads, and more – if you visit on a Saturday, you can experience their brunch menu!

Insider tip: If you reserve an Exclusive Encounter, you can explore behind-the-scenes, feed sea turtles and sharks and enjoy interactions with various animals!

1. USS Lexington Museum

The USS Lexington is a World War II vintage aircraft carrier that now serves as a naval aviation museum, educational facility and popular tourist attraction. Commissioned in 1943, the carrier served the United States longer and set more records than any other carrier in the history of naval aviation. The museum is open seven days a week for touring and special events.

What’s nearby: Grab lunch at Pier 99 Restaurant, the largest patio on the water in the Coastal Bend, or stop by Palace Beachwear & Gifts for beach gear and souvenirs!

Insider tip: Take a guided Hard Hat Tour - you will get to explore 15 areas of the carrier that are not accessible on public tours!

3. Fajitaville On the Beach

2. Texas State Aquarium

Open since 1990, the Texas State Aquarium’s mission is to engage people with animals, inspire appreciation for our seas and support wildlife conservation. The new expansion, Caribbean Journey, features a 400,000-gallon shark tank habitat, a 4D theater and an interactive exhibit that celebrate the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Preserve.

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Fajitaville Seafood & Burgers is a 3-story entertainment and dining complex. Each floor has something different to offer – the first floor is the casual Beach Bar, the second floor is the familyfriendly Fajitaville Grill and the third floor is the elegant Riviera.

As Corpus Christi’s only beach service bar and restaurant, Fajitaville offers a one-of-a-kind experience with casual patio dining to indoor live cooking shows. Fajitaville also features the region’s only beachside ferris wheel.

What’s nearby: Visit the Corpus Christi Ride-In Theater for an outdoor movie night or immerse yourself in hands-on marine science learning during a Archimedes Educational Cruise.

Insider tip: If you and your family are looking to book an event or party in North Beach, Fajitaville can work with you to create a custom package for your event - the restaurant even has a private beach!

4. Corpus Christi Museum of Science & History

5. Hurricane Alley

Corpus Christi has a diverse number of museums in the downtown area. But make way to the Corpus Christi Museum of Science & History to learn about the history of Corpus Christi, dating back from the 1600s and beyond! The unique history of Corpus Christi paired with fun, interactive exhibits for the kids will make this stop a no-brainer. Other museums include the Museum of Asian Cultures at Heritage Park and the Texas Surf Museum at the Water Street Market: the only surfing museum in the US. All museums in Corpus Christi have a unique spin and are loaded with interesting facts about the rich history of Corpus Christi.

Just a mile up the road from the Omni host hotel and just across the street from the Convention Center is a family favorite, Hurricane Alley. It boasts something for every speed. From lazy rivers for gentile tubing to racer slides to a brand new Flowrider Double®, the original surf simulator! And of course, there is the Riptide Hideaway Bar for the adults who run out of steam before their children. AND it’s quite affordable. They run specials for early arrivals (before noon) on weekdays and for “twilight” (after 5 p.m.) arrivals. So if you’re only looking for a partial day activity, it’s a great choice as well. http://hurricanealleycc.com/

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PERC Corner

It’s Time to Complete the Annual Retail Propane Sales Survey Ensure Texas gets fair share of PERC Funding Annually the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) partners with a research firm to conduct an annual retail propane sales survey. This year, PERC is partnering with Frost & Sullivan. Previously, the survey was conducted by API. This spring, all propane retailers were sent an email invitation from Rachel Greenberg with PERC, with a unique link to complete their company’s report.

If you are unsure who at your company received the invitation or if you did not receive it, please contact Rachel Greenberg at rachel. greenberg@propane.com or 202-452-8975.

Your data is CONFIDENTIAL and only published in aggregate per state.

Submit your survey by the May 31, 2021 deadline, to help ensure your state receives an accurate amount of state rebate funding from 20 percent of PERC’s

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ket trends by state and region.

Helps ensure Texas gets its fair share of funding so we can continue programs like: • Appliance Rebates • Duty to Warn Safety Mailing Program • Propane Consumer Safety Tip & Recipe Wall Calendar • Propane Living Consumer Newsletter & • Other marketing, safety and training programs.

Propane Sales Data from 2019

annual revenues and to see that your assessment dollars are used in the most efficient way to support market trends.

Why Report?

The final report is shared on propane. com and incorporated into the National and State Propane Profiles, showing mar-

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We’ve included here some of the data sets that these reports help build.

You’ll notice that in Texas, the gallons reported sold in 2019 compared to 2017 increased in excess of 100,000 gallons, which translates into more than a 30 percent increase in the two years.

Additionally, in 2019, about 45 percent

PERC Corner of all Texas sales were for residential use.

Nationally the residential use percentage was a bit higher, around 57 percent. One additional area where Texas numbers differed from the national numbers are in the internal combustion subset: About 12 percent of Texas gallons were used for this purpose, compared to about 6 percent nationally.

You can view the entire 2019 Sales Report at www.propane.com/2019-sales-report.

Snapshot of 2019 U.S. Data 2019 U.S. Retail Propane Sales Summary Gallons Residential

5,851,000,000

Commercial

1,990,000,000

Internal Combustion

601,000,000

Industrial (non-forklift)

312,000,000

Cylinder Markets

310,000,000

Agriculture

1,850,000,000

U.S. Total

10,148,000,000

2019 U.S. Retail Propane (Number of Accounts) Accounts Residential

13,039,820

Commercial

1,040,009

Internal Combustion

240,362

Industrial (non-forklift)

135,418

Cylinder Markets

360,217

Agriculture

526,744

U.S. Total

15,342,571

Snapshot of 2019 Texas Data Much of the country was colder in 2019 than in 2018, supporting a year-over-year increase in winter heating load. In 2019, in Texas, there were 1,858 heating degree days.

2019 Total Texas Odorized Propane Sales Gallons have increased from 2017 – 2019 2017

2018

2019

342,000,000

386,000,000

449,000,000

2019 Texas Retail Gallon Sales by Sector Gallons Residential

204,000,000

Commercial

106,000,000

Internal Combustion

54,000,000

Industrial (non-forklift)

34,000,000

Cylinder Markets

32,000,000

Agriculture

19,000,000

Total

449,000,000

2019 Texas Propane Accounts by Sector Accounts Residential

718,393

Commercial

53,411

Internal Combustion

3,758

Industrial (non-forklift)

3,758

Cylinder Markets

20,380

Agriculture

5,801

Total

823,519

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Rebate News

Appliance Rebates Are Now Available in Texas

Propane appliance rebates are now available first come, first serve for installations after April 1, 2021.

Rebate applications must be submitted with 30 days of gas safety check.

Appliance Rebate Amounts $300 for new propane water heater $300 for new propane furnace $600 cap per Texas household or Texas business How much is available for 2021? $205,000 was allocated for the program. Every time someone reserves funds or applies the amount, the site will update in real time so you will always know how many funds are available by visiting www.txsaveswithpropane.com Who is eligible to receive the rebate?

End-users:

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3 Texas homeowners 3 Texas businesses

Who is not eligible?

8 Homes connected to propane community systems.

8 Mobile & manufactured homes 8 Builders, developers and remodelers are not eligible to receive the rebate.

How to Reserve Funds and/or Apply?

Submissions must be received by propane marketers.

1. Visit www.txsaveswithpropane.com 2. Register by clicking Marketer Signup in upper right-hand corner of the website 3. Choose to reserve funds for 60 days or simply submit an application.

4. Rebate application is two parts.

Complete online form and upload PDF signed application and proof of purchase.

There is an online component that qualifies address and cap so applications will only be accepted via the online rebate portal. For this reason, applications cannot be emailed, faxed or mailed.

Payment. Rebate will go directly to end user. Rebates cannot be reassigned to the propane marketer.

Resources.

An archived rebate webinar is available, as well as full guidelines, checklist, reminder and application, in the April issue of Texas Propane magazine.

Marketing materials are available to download at www.txsaveswithpropane. com once you login including a downloadable flyer you can print on your own and share with your customers. There are also social media ads you can download and share on your Facebook page.

A furnace and water heater bill stuffer are available to download and print locally or order through our printer with our easy digital form located on the marketing resources page once you login to www. txsaveswithpropane.com.

Questions? Please contact us via email at rebates@propanecounciloftexas.org or call 512-883-9925.

National Construction Incentive Program The national Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) has their own rebate program for construction professionals.

The PERC program was recently expanded and there is quantity cap per builder per year. The construction professional rebates available from PERC are now first come, first serve while funds are available.

Learn more about builder incentives at https://propane.com/about/incentive-programs/propane-construction-incentive-program/.

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PERC News

PERC Partners with Texas Social Media Influencer to Highlight Propane

As part of their efforts to reach out and educate consumers in more a digital social media world, the Propane Education & Research Council has partnered with a number of social media influencers all over the country including Texan Jennifer Borget. Partnering with these influencers, PERC is able to expand their audience reach and have propane users with bigger regional audiences speak from the heart on their propane use.

Jennifer is a successful blogger, social media influencer, Disney fanatic, financial guru, earth’s caretaker and a propane user.

The Propane Education & Research Council partnered with her to see how propane fits into her inspiring and creative lifestyle. Check a snapshot of the propane Q & A with this Texas blogger: You paid off your mortgage in under two years! While a lot of planning and sacrifices made that goal possible, did propane as an efficient source of energy contribute to helping you save money?

It did! Since so many of our appliances are propane powered, and we top it off when we need to, we go several months without having any kind of propane bill.

We are able to plan ahead and budget for it, using months in between to pay a little more towards our principal.

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How does using propane help you get closer to your dream of living as close to off the electric grid as possible?

Unlike when you’re on a city grid, you get to choose your own propane provider, which means that you aren’t limited to just one option the city decides for you. In the winter, we don’t use much electricity because our furnace is propane powered. Eventually, we’d like to get a propane-powered generator for emergencies also if/when the city grid goes down.

How did propane make a difference for your family during storm Uri in Texas?

Our neighbors all had a text chain, and we were helping each other out with tips about using our propane-powered fireplaces and stoves. My hot water heater actually still worked too. So, we were grateful to have the option to take warm baths and heat up pasta when the lights were out. Not to mention warm up by the fireplace when the power was out. Another thing we realized was our propane-powered furnace warmed up the house a lot faster than our previous electric-powered furnace. That made a big difference when our power was intermittent, so we were able to warm up quicker as soon as power came back on.

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Why is it important to you to live sustainably and use energy efficient sources like propane?

For us, we want to do our part. There’s so much I’m trying to learn about our environmental footprint. I’m mother to an animal enthusiast who is very passionate about taking care of the earth so the wild animals will be OK. I’m constantly trying to find ways we can do that. Propane is just one way, but we are going to keep doing more.

What else do you put into practice to live a sustainable lifestyle?

We recycle every week, and we are starting to do the store-recycle programs for things that we can’t recycle curbside.

We use metal straws instead of plastic, and I’m learning to compost! We limit our water consumption, stopped using single-use plastic water bottles, we collect rainwater for our garden. I hope to continue to learn more and get better every day!

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TCEQ is Now Accepting Applications for the Governmental Alternative Fuel Fleet Grant Program Share with Government Fleets & School Districts DEADLINE

June 15, 2021

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Texas Emissions Reduction Plan (TERP) program is now accepting applications for the Governmental Alternative Fuel Fleet (GAFF) grant program. Up to $6 million is available on a competitive basis for projects to purchase or lease new on-road vehicles that operate on alternative fuels including propane.

Up to 10% of awarded funds may be granted for the purchase, lease, or installation of refueling infrastructure or equipment, or refueling services in conjunction with an eligible vehicle purchase or lease if there is not an accessible fueling station within five miles.

Eligible Applicants: Eligible applicants include state agencies, counties, municipalities, school districts, junior college districts, river authorities, water districts or other special districts, or other political subdivisions that own and operate a fleet of more than 15 motor vehicles. Eligible

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applicants may include a commercial mass transit or school transportation provider that operates on the behalf of a school district or county transportation system as well. Federal agencies are not eligible.

Eligible vehicles: REPLACEMENT IS NOT REQUIRED. New vehicles may be dedicated or bi-fuel propane. If vehicle is a conversion, it must be converted before first point of sale.

If fleet is awarded the competitive grant, fleet has 18 months from award to make purchase.

Eligible Areas: Grants under this solicitation will be available statewide, but priority will be given to projects located in or near the nonattainment areas and in the affected counties.

Priority Counties include: North Texas: Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Henderson, Hood, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall, Tarrant & Wise. East Texas: Gregg, Harrison, Rusk, Smith

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& Upshur counties. Golden Triangle: Hardin, Jefferson, and Orange counties.

Greater Houston/Gulf Coast: Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty, Montgomery, and Waller counties. Central Texas: Bastrop, Caldwell, Hays, Travis, and Williamson counties.

South Texas: Bexar, Comal, Guadalupe, Nueces, San Patricio and Wilson counties. West Texas: El Paso county.

Any eligible applicant statewide can apply even if they are not in a priority county. However, higher points will be awarded for priority area.

Grant Amounts: TCEQ has established pre-determined grant amounts for the purchase or lease of eligible vehicles.

Grant amounts by vehicle class are provided below.

Class 1 Vehicles - $15,000 Class 2-3 Vehicles - $20,000 Class 4-6 Vehicles - $35,000 Class 7-8 Vehicles - $70,000 Grant Awards: Grant is competitive.

TCEQ will evaluate, score and rank applications based on a number of factors.

If selected, again, fleets have 1.5 years to make purchase. No annual reports will be required for awardees.

Grant Documents: Copies of the Request for Grant Applications, Application Forms, and a sample contract are available at http://www.terpgrants.org.

Grant help is available: The Propane Council of Texas has partnered with grant expert to assist fleets in securing grants. Government fleets and school districts interested in this grant can reach out to ProCOT at (800)325-74727 or to info@propanecounciloftexas.org.

Questions? Please contact TCEQ toll-free at 800-919-TERP (8377) or by email at terp@tceq.state.tx.us with any questions.

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Business Beat

Surviving the I-9 Audit

By Bill Cook

Immigration has been a major issue for decades and it will be an even bigger one over the coming year. The previous spring push produced a 400% increase in audits.

Penalties of $50, 000 plus were common.

The next big push is scheduled to begin after the upcoming Covid-19 audits.

Most companies we’ve talked to had no idea whether their I-9 program would pass an audit or not. After all, it is a government project with lots of paperwork.

The smart move is to do your audit before they do. Here’s are the things we’ll look at: • What triggers an I-9 Audit? How are companies selected?

• What are they looking for?

• Correcting mistakes • The No-Match-Letter • A basic guide for the I-9 process What triggers an I-9 Audit? How are companies selected?

Most NOIs (Notice of Inspection) are at random, but there are targets.

• Larger, high profile companies (publicity sends a message) • Companies with many hourly paid employees.

• In response to complaints from employees, ex-employees, clients and the public.

What are they looking for?

They want to examine your process and

look for errors.

• Unsecured I-9s (not filed separately and secured) • Missing I-9s • Missing documents • Unacceptable documents • Expired documents • Documents with errors • Your requirement for, and adherence to E-verify (Are you required to E-verify and/or did you follow the procedures?)

The No-Match Letter The No-Match Letter comes from either the Social Security Administration (SSA) or The Department of Homeland Security (DHS). It will inform you that the name you provided does not match the SS# you provided. It will assume that you may have made a mistake and, if so, to correct it. Do Not Ignore This Letter! Your employee will have received a similar letter advising him to contact the SSA office.

Correcting Mistakes • Examine all I-9 forms: o Look for any employee without an I-9. o Expired documents o Any errors or missing information.

• You may correct a mistake or prepare a new form as you choose. But, unless it’s for a new employee, keep both forms. Attach a short note explaining the action and date it. Never back-date.

• Line-over any incorrect item. Then enter the correct information, attach a note and date it. Never back-date.

• If you’re missing an I-9 form for an employee, immediately provide the employee with a new form 1-9. Allow the employee three (3) business days to complete and provide acceptable documents.

Attach a note explaining the action. Use the current date. Do not back- date.

The rules on No-Match Letters have changed significantly.

You may not terminate or otherwise adversely impact the employee as a result of this letter.

Follow the directions in the letter which will advise you to visit the SSA website.

These are the new rules: 1. Review your records that were used to send original information to them.

• Look for misspelled names.

• Look for missing first, last or middle names.

• Missed information, blank spaces, (Note that blank spaces are now allowed on the new I-9 form where applicable. typographical errors, any instructions not followed etc.

2. If the employee has names that were not used on the original documents, add those names, explain and resubmit. You can do that by preparing a new W2 or whatever document was originally provided and mailing it to them.

3. After document correction or review processes are complete, explain everything to the employee. Do not terminate. Treat matter as merely procedural.

• Advise the employee to go to the local Social Security (SS) office to straighten it out. If he/she does, SS may give him/her a letter saying they are reviewing it.

• When the employee shows you that letter, just follow what it says.

• If instead, the employee says he/she

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mistakenly gave you the wrong number, and brings you a new SS#, accept it, prepare a new W-2 and resubmit it.

• Allow the employee 120 days to resolve the issue.

Note; you are no longer required or allowed to terminate because of this letter.

And you may not require the employee to reverify their I-9 form. They may do so if they choose, but you may not require it.

The document will indicate that this is for your information. They are offering you their on-line-tool to report any issues, but you are not required to use it, nor to respond to this document.

If you can’t resolve the discrepancy, you can just stop trying. They (Social Security) are not going to pursue you for this.

They may later send another reminder but are not requiring you to take any action.

You may allow the employee 120 days to resolve the issue. At which time you should discuss it with him again urging him to do so.

However, unless you or the employee resolves the discrepancy, the EE will not be credited with SS retirement benefits.

You may keep them if you wish, but if you keep even one, you must keep them all.

8. You must retain all I-9 forms for three (3) years after the hire date OR for one (1) year after employee terminates, whichever is later.

9. If you participate in the E-Verify program, you must do so for all employees.

The Pre-audit: In some cases, ICE will contact you and ask you to describe your I-9 program. They often use this as a means to decide whether or not to do

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The Covid-Relief Virtual I-9 rule has been extended through May 31, 2021.

This extends the right to verify and complete I-9 forms for remote employees only by email, FAX, video or virtual.

The current I-9 form for 2021 is required. It will expire on 10/31/2022 and is available at https://www.uscis.gov/ sites/default/files/document/forms/i9-paper-version.pdf

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1. All I-9 s must be kept separate and secure.

2. Only you and your assistant and the owner can have access, no supervisors or managers 3. The employee must fill out the form on the first day of employment or earlier, if a valid offer of employment has been accepted.

4. The employee fills out the form. If he/she is unable, then a supervisor or designated employee may do so. That person must identify themselves on the form.

5. The candidate has the choice of which specific documents they will provide. You cannot tell them which documents you choose to accept.

6. You, the employer, must complete the Employer Certification no later than three (3) business days after employee begins work or earlier if a valid offer of employment has been accepted. You must examine the original documents. They must be unexpired.

7. You are not required to keep copies of the candidate’s provided documents.

Other propane owners have come to our agency to get help with connecting their insurance pieces: 1) Some have grown frustrated with the lack of timely response and personal service from their current agent.

2) Many have discovered a missing piece of coverage after meeting with us.

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Owner Johnson’s Testing Service “Before we met Rusty we didn’t know there were Insurance companies that would compete for our business. Rusty is always looking for the best options available for our business and the propane industry. He has also explained our policy coverages to us in a way that others haven’t. We recommend Rusty and Marshall Young Insurance to any owner looking for options and personal service for their business.”

3) Most tell us they have no idea what companies insure their industry and are surprised to learn there are multiple options available.

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People in Propane

Flame King Recalls Hog 100-Pound Propane Cylinders Due to Fire Hazard

Ernest “Pat” Blanton, 79, of Enid, OK, passed away on March 22, 2021. Mr. Blanton attended The University of Oklahoma and played football for OU during his freshman year. After college, Pat worked with his father. He was a Texaco distributor and owned Texas Propane Company. He loved to play golf and inherited that skill from both his mother, who was inducted into the Oklahoma Women’s Golf Hall of Fame, and his father who was also an excellent golfer. He had love for all animals, cars, fixing and building things, and always kept himself busy with projects. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family at this time. Memorials may be made through Anderson-Burris Funeral Home to National Mill Dog Rescue (Colorado Springs) where his sister is the Grooming Team Leader and volunteer.

Max Craig, 82, of Granbury, TX, passed away on April 2, 2021. Mr. Craig proudly served his country in the US Air Force. He was president of Joe Ryder and Cleburne Propane. He spent time with his family and taking them on trips. Max loved snow skiing, playing golf and eating chocolate ice cream. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family at this time.

Description: This recall involves involves Hog 100-pound Propane Cylinders. The cylinders are white and have built-in wheels. The cylinders can be identified by serial numbers 000001 through 002800, stamped on the unit’s collar. UPC 850015730016 and SKU YSN100HOG are printed on the box. There is a sticker on the cylinders with a warning not to fill unless the unit is standing up.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled propane cylinders and contact Flame King for a full refund or free replacement.

Incidents/Injuries: No incidents or injuries have been reported.

Sold At: Online at www.amazon.com www.wayfair.com, www.ebay.com, www. homeDepot.com, and www.walmart.com from January 2020 through October 2020 for about $250.

Importer(s): Flame King, d/b/a YSN Imports Inc., of Pico Rivera, Calif.

Recall number: 21-100 Consumer Contact: Flame King toll-free at 844-464-8265 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at recall@ flameking.com, or at www.flameking.com/ hogrecall or www.flameking.com and click on “Product Recalls” located at the bottom of the page for more information.

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The Tom Garner Memorial Bowling Tournament, benefitting the LPG Charity Fund, invites you to play a “No Taps” tournament, which means you can score a

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strike simply by knocking down nine pins.

The tournament is set for 11:30 a.m. on May 13, 2021 at AMF Willow Lanes (19102 State Highway 249) in Houston.

Bowlers in the tournament will play two “No Taps” games with 5 people per team.

There will be cash prizes of up to $2,000 for players who bowl two perfect “No Taps” games and up to $1,000 for players who bowl one perfect “No Taps” game.

Due to the limited number of lanes, bowlers will be accommodated on a first come, first serve basis. You may sign up

as an individual or bring your own five player team.

Spectators and lunch guests (pinsetters) are welcome with a reservation.

Visit https://lpgfund.com/index.php/ event-calendar/bowling and scroll down to complete the online registration form.

The non-profit, LPG Charity Fund’s purpose and goal is to assist members of the LPG and gas processing industry during times of need including catastrophic medical expenses and/or financial need such as temporary living expenditures

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23-26 Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Expo All-virtual event

13 LPG Charity Fund Bowling Tournament Houston, TX

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18-19 PERC Advisory meeting Virtual

5 TPGA & PSC office closed for Independence Day

31 PERC Sales of Propane Survey Due

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31 TPGA & PSC office closed for Memorial Day

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12-14 2021 Crossroads TPGA Propane Expo & Conference Corpus Christi, TX

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Propane With Purpose

Propane Powers Blacksmithing Forges

Have you watched an episode of “Forged in Fire”? The American competition series airs on the History channel. In each episode, four bladesmiths compete in a three-round elimination contest to forge bladed weapons, with the overall winner receiving $10,000 and the show’s championship title “Forged in Fire Champion”. The eighth season premiered in November 2020, and the show has attracted new professionals and amateurs from around the world.

And while the show relies a lot on good old fashioned “fire” (which is in the show title), it can come as no surprise that people actually doing ironwork often rely on propane to provide consistent heat for their projects.

Dennis Meyers, the founder and owner of Diamondback Ironworks, began his metalworking career in 1990, as an entry level fabricator in a shop producing commercial lawnmowers. After years spent honing various aspects of his craft and learning from many mentors, he began his own business building propane-powered forges.

So what does one need in a gas forge? It depends on the work: knifemaking, architectural ironwork, metal art/sculpture, general blacksmithing, bladesmithing, or forge welding.

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Diamondback provides several different levels depending on users needs.

The SERIES 1 Forges are great entry level forges, priced right for folks just wanting to get started. The SERIES 2 Forges are a step up from the SERIES 1 models. They are insulated with 2600 degree Insulating Firebrick on the walls and ceiling and the floors are Dense Ceramic. These are ready and willing to forge weld, even the Single burner reaches welding heat. These should last for years and years of regular use.

The Series 3 Forges are full featured forges, and come in two different models. The Blacksmith models are ideal for the production shop and general blacksmithing.

The Knifemaker models are incredible. The heat output is amazing. These are the hottest, most efficient forges in Diamondback’s line-up. The floor is flux resistant 3200 degree dense ceramic, the walls and ceilings are Vacuum Formed Insulating Ceramic.

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A special THANK YOU to TPGA Past President Jack Walzel of TriCo Propane for hosting the 1st Quarter Meetings at his home in Buckholts, Texas.

TPGA Associate Producer/ Marketing Gas Director Anna May Etheredge, TPGA Sr. Technical Director Richard Gilbert and TPGA Technical & Standards Director Lon Holloway prep for TPGA committee meetings.

Newly appointed TPGA District 2 Director Matt Brock of McAdams Propane in deep thought at the TPGA 1st Quarter Meetings.

TPGA Vice President Matt Terry of SHV-Pinnacle Propane; Past President John Walter of Schneider Distributing; District 1 Director David Collett of Gas & Supply; Troy Hicks of Squibb Taylor; Jim Fulton with 4J Energy; and Legislative Affairs Committee Chair Crystelle Markley of Superior Energy break for lunch during the TPGA 1st Quarter Meetings.

TPGA District 8 Director Rodney Sladek of Fayetteville Propane and Ronnie Kelley of Meeder Equipment catch up at the TPGA 1st Quarter Meetings.

TPGA President Josh McAdams of McAdams Propane welcomes everyone to the March 30, 2021 TPGA 1st Quarter Board & Committee Meetings.

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