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Contents • May 2014 FEATURES

10 Changing Regulations

By Fred Simcic, TAPS

12 Travel Safety Tips 14 NICA Travel Benefits 16 Thoughts from a CCE

Introduction by SanDee O’Brien, CCE

19 NICA West 8th Annual San Diego Golf Tournament Sign Up & Information 22 A Trip to the Strawberry Festival 23 Visiting the Indian River County Fair 29 New Members & Membership Contest

AcTiviTiES 07 Hidden Object Contest 28 Guess Who Answers

AdvERTiSERS

NEwS & ARTiclES 04 Calendar of Events 05 President’s Message

08 K & K Insurance 13 A to Z Meats 30 Berk Paper & Supply 08 Lasco 20 Mr. G’s Quality Meats 29 Brakebush 02 Pepsi 17 Bunge 17 R3 27 Cusumano 25 Rio Syrup 30 Fanestil Meats 15 Sippers by Design 21 Fare Foods 17 Swanel Beverages 26 Fontanini Meats 26 Terminix 28 Haas & Wilkerson 20 WNA Specialty 15 Heinkel’s

By Greg Miller, CCE

05 Executive Director’s Report

By Alta Mosley

07 The Director’s Voice

By Stacia Markowitz

09 Association Announcements 18 The NICA ‘Good Neighbor’ Award Dedicated to strengthening relationships with the Fair, Festival, and Special Events Industries through effective communication, benefits, leadership, and solutions The National Association of Concessionaires, Inc. is a Florida Corporation with an editorial and General office located at 1043 e. Brandon Blvd., Brandon, FL 33511 • Office: (813) 438-8926 • Fax: (813) 438-8928 • Web: www.nicainc.org the information contained in this Publication is based upon sources believed to be reliable. Readers should not act without professional advice. Cover to Cover © 1993-2014 NICA, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Buckle up and stay safe!

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2014 Calendar of Events

Representing NICA & Its Industry Partners May 15-17: IaFe Zone 2 Meeting & Florida Federation of Fairs & Livestock shows, Inc. annual Convention • Naples, FL

June 1: nICa Board of Directors nominations due in the office* 16: 8th annual nICa West Golf Tournament • Solana Beach, CA**

July 15: nICa Board of Directors election ballots go out to voting members*

August 15: nICa Member Directory updates due in office

September 15: 8th annual nICa West /Fairplex CDC Golf tournament • Pomona, CA 30: Board of Directors election ballots due in office

October 1: all Certified Concessionaire executive (CCe) applications due in office 23-25: Washington state Fairs association Meeting • Pasco, WA

November 12-15: Wyoming & Rocky Mountain association of Fairs Combination Meeting • Great Falls, MT

December 7-11: IaFe annual Convention • Las Vegas, NV 7-11: nICa Board of Directors Winter Board Meeting, WIn Wine & Cheese, Membership appreciation, Regional Meeting & More at the IaFe Convention • Las Vegas, NV 12-14: association of Iowa Fairs annual Convention • Des Moines, IA * see page 9 for more information on the Board of Directors nomination process. ** see page 19 for more information and sign up instructions for the 8th Annual NICA West Golf Tournament.

although the preceding dates are based on sources believed to be reliable and true, they are subject to change due to cancellation, rescheduling, or other reasons. additional dates that may be announced throughout the year on our website: www.nicainc.org 4

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PREsIDENt’s MEssAgE Greg Miller, CCE, President

greeted by Fair Manager Pete sutton, and some of his Board and treated to southern hospitality at the nICa Board held its finest. We visited with several friends who were their spring workshop in working the fair and topped the evening off with Green Cove springs, Florida. supper at Porky’s. Howard and nancy Miller were the meeting consisted both present to feed the Board as well as give us of three days of intense a little “Howard advice.” I always enjoy the time planning and discussion. spent with operators like Howard and realize these We worked on our long term are the folks who make up our cast of characters. strategic plan as well as the executive Board is planning our visit with our short term goals to help the IaFe in early May. the topics we are wishing achieve them. our long term to carry to the IaFe Convention will be discussed goals are strengthening at that time. We are hoping to carry these topics membership, professional voice in the industry, throughout the year to state and association increasing member benefits, and building financial meetings around the country. We are currently stability. Within each goal we worked on specifics developing “talking points” on these topics and will to achieve them. thanks to Rey o’Day for the time have more information about these soon. she spent putting this plan together. the Workshop Finally, thanks to everyone who participated is one of three face-to-face meetings that the in the Miami auction held during the Dade County Board has throughout the year. although it may Fair in Miami. special thanks to the netterfields for not sound like much excitement sitting in meetings allowing us to overtake their Food Court, and to the all day, we have the satisfaction of knowing that Dade County Fair for allowing the event to be held we are planning the future of nICa. the meetings during their fair. the auction was a great success actually move rather well with an occasional partly because of our in-house auctioneer Frank outburst from a comedian-want-to-be. after the Parnell and his sidekick ollie. thanks to the bidders workshop was over, the Board paid a visit to the and contributors to the auction.

Clay County Fair in Green Cove springs. We were that’s enough rambling for this month. ▲

ExECutIvE DIRECtoR's REPoRt Alta Mosley, Executive Director

the Fair is a showcase of our community; it is the opportunity to show our best, be it livestock, “of the People, for the homemade baked goods, or handmade quilts. It is People, by the People.” a time for friends to gather and share memories, abraham Lincoln’s and for young people to carry on age old traditions.

Gettysburg Address has somewhere along the way, the guests were been quoted in part by many forgotten. In that process, the phrase, “If you don’t people, some with a meaning like it, you can leave” came into being. I’ve heard totally unrelated to the it applied to concessionaires, guests and even purpose of this famous piece employees. What happened to “Let’s talk about it” of american history. or “there’s two sides to every story”? today, I use those words It’s not just one area, it’s across the board from with thoughts of the Fair overbooking products to permits and RV sites. I’ve Industry. the Fair is made up of the people, it is even heard guests told “that’s the rules! If you don’t for the people and operated by the people. “Right,” like it, you can leave!” you say. “not always,” I say. somewhere along the all of the issues are important, but two are on way, some “of the people” forgot “the people” they my agenda for today: Rent and Cashless Systems. were doing it for. enough of the word games; let’s get to the point. ►► “Report” continued on page 6 May 2014 NICA News

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“Report” continued from page 5 ►►

there’s also the guest that places an order and there’s not enough money left on the card to pay Rent - I’ve always thought that flat rate was for it. Does the Concessionaire let them have it for the way to go. I know what I’m going to make and what’s on the card or do they give the card back? if the concessionaire does the job well, they will Remember, the Concessionaire can’t accept cash. make money. I’ve learned there is another side to I understand “breakage,” but who’s paying this the story. the percentage does work, provided the breakage and who gets the money? there are Fairs Fair is reasonable in the required amount. therein that make refunds in this case, but not many. lies the issue; what is a reasonable amount? are Concessionaires and Fair staff must work all the concessionaires on the same street paying together to ensure the guests have a positive “their fair share”? there are Concessionaires who experience throughout the Fair. as I said in the really work the business, providing an excellent beginning, “of the people” and “by the people” are product and paying attention to the guests’ needs. true, but what’s happened to “for the people”? We If you continue walking down the same line for, say, must aLL remember: without the guests, where 100 feet, you may find a Concessionaire who isn’t would we be? paying as much attention or providing a top quality Travel safe my friends! ▲ product. Both of them have the same opportunity to do well, but the Concessionaire who does a great Design & Marketing: Jesse Willard job still ends up paying the Fair much more than graphics@nicainc.org the one who does the opposite.

Bookkeeper : Charisse Smith Recently, I had a conversation with a person csmith@nicainc.org about their trip to the Fair, and the price of food at OFFicERS NicA wEST OFFicE the Fair came up. Many people do not think of the President: Greg Miller, CCe Executive Manager : Rey o’Day expenses involved in producing those items. How WingsofFameProductions@gmail.com 1st Vice President: many restaurant owners provide transportation, 2130 Walnut st.

Joe Potillo, Jr. La Verne, Ca 91750 2nd Vice President: living quarters, and clothing for their employees?

Randy Reichert, CCe not to mention the truck to pull the living quarters, Secretary: Paulette Keene NicA wEST cOUNcil fuel, insurance, and maintenance on their vehicles.

Treasurer: stacia Markowitz Kim Barr and guess what, you still need to pay the employee Immediate Past President: Don Delahoyde, CCe tom sattler, CCe and pay all the required taxes and insurances. the Jennifer Giordano Dan Lusenhop line that just really blew me away was, “you mean diREcTORS ashley Murray the Concessionaires pay to be here?” yes, they Dale smith Don Kenna pay, and the Fair has to pay their bills as well. More David Wellmon Dan Lusenhop things to see and enjoy relates to the fact that “it Daryl Whicheloe, CCe stacia Markowitz tim o’Brien, CCe costs more money.”

Dominic Palmieri NicA NATiONAl Cashless Systems - this is not directed to Credit Card or Debit Card transactions. this is REPRESENTATIVES PAST PRESIDENT’S Duane Fischer directed to the Fairs who require the guests to cOUNcil John Harkey purchase tickets, tokens or cards to be used David Higginbottom Russ Harrison, CCe for their purchases at the Fair. I understand the Charles Ivory, CCe Richard Busse, CCe information that can be obtained by using the Tom Kiermaier tom Hodson, CCe David Koepp Jim Hodson, CCe (Deceased) cards but please tell me how that is a benefit to Mike Markowitz tim o’Brien, CCe the guests of the Fair. Back in my days as a Fair Mike McGrath Ron smith Manager, I visited a Fair where tickets were sold Kevin McGrath, II adam McKinney, CCe for all food and beverage sales. It seemed a little Dannie Moreland Mike Pence, CCe etta Pence, CCe Jack Woods, II, CCe strange to me, but it was a different part of the David spann Bob Hallifax, CCe country and maybe that’s how they did things.

R. Josh stremmel Frank Parnell, CCe Upon leaving the Fair, I still had $17 in tickets. I George Wandrey, Jr. Larry orme (Deceased) didn’t want to lose my money and there were no ted Wentz Larry sivori ed White Rich Wright refunds. thank goodness a young mother with two Bill McKinney, CCe children came through the gate. I asked the mother arthur Pokorny, Jr. NicF BOARd to please accept the tickets rather than them just Gene o’Brien, CCe (Deceased) Chuck Dugan being thrown away, and she did. Hopefully, the Russ Harrison, CCe extra tickets made their Fair experience better, NicA OFFicE Lisa Hinton Donald Kenna Executive Director: alta Mosley but what would have happened if the she had not sanDee o’Brien, CCe alta@nicainc.org accepted those tickets? How long would I have had olivia orme Office Manager: Jill Omel to stand by that gate?

Bill Wrabiutza nica@nicainc.org

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thE DIRECtoR’s voICE Stacia Markowitz, treasurer

of being a nICa member, and yes, there are new ones, but it’s best if you read your NICA News Hi everyone! By now and find out about all the things we offer to our most of you are out on the road and busy, busy, busy! members. Many people worked on this and there are too many to mention, but I believe tony trafton, I thought hard and long Rey o’Day, and tim o’Brien were in the mix for about how I would write this column. I even started fundraising and new benefits. yes, together we make it better; we truly can. to do it and changed my on a more personal note, I found myself in mind. the famous “call need of help this past summer. My best friend and from the office,” (my friend, husband of over 40 years is sick and unable to sanDee o’Brien, this time) work. all the things he did I took for granted and saying they needed my never bothered to learn them, because Mike did column in three weeks made the decision for me. those things. I was busy doing other things. now It shows how nICa works, and that it does that he was not around, and the first time I had a work. Just the fact that the office is calling us to soda machine problem, I went next door to Mike remind us shows how nICa works. We truly can accomplish our goals together and so, here are my Chambers with a woeful look and asked if he knew how to change a soda head. He did, and would thoughts on nICa. come help, but he thought I could use a lesson We have made great progress over the year; some things are annual, like the By-Law review and in soda machines. He not only taught me how to the office financial review. the By-Law review was change the head, but he showed me what to do to fix my problem and that I did not need to change mostly completed because of Joe Potillo, Jr., 1st Vice President, who took time to call the committee the soda head after all. thanks to Mike Chambers, I am keeping that knowledge around for this coming and schedule the meetings. Jim La Fratta, Joe, Howard, and I all participated. It was long, and yes, summer.

When I said my husband was a busy man in not very exciting, but we did it. We also managed the summer, I know you all know what I am talking to get the annual financial review done right after this year’s tradeshow in tampa. Many thanks go to about. Getting it there, up and running, with power, water, and sewer in a short amount of time is not Paulette Keene, Secretary, and Gail McGrath, who got it all going. alta Mosley and her awesome staff a small job. I was so thankful to have my friend art Pokorny put it on location for me, and Joe Potillo, were so much help that we were able to finish in Jr. supplied help to get it all set up. one day. yes, together we truly can! ►► “Director’s voice” continued on page 8 I know everyone likes knowing about the perks

HiddEN OBJEcT

Locate the Loose Tire in the pages of this magazine and you just might win the prize: a gift Card worth $25!

Find the Loose tire!

BUT wHAT iF yOU FiNd iT?

COnTEST!

Well, lucky reader, tell us where you think it is by entering at www.nicainc.org/pages/hiddenobject you may also mail your entry with the the page number, general location, your name, address, and phone number to Hidden Object, NICA, 1043 E. Brandon Blvd., Brandon, FL 33511. Member entries must be in the office by May 31, 2014. april’s Egg Basket was found on page 20 in the top right photo. the winner for March was Dannie Moreland, Moreland Family Concession. Congratulations!

Happy searching this May! The next winner could even be you!

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“Director’s voice” continued from Page 7 ►► We opened that week on time, with a smile knowing it was going to be okay. yes, “Together We Can.” When it was time to go home, the fellow next door (Donny Bryant) said not to worry. He had watched Mike all those years and knew what to do and he got it all ready to travel back to home base. I cannot spend enough time thanking all the people who helped and asked nothing in return, and all the people who offered; all nICa people that I had met at one time or another. I really now know that, “Together We Can” and we do.

Have a wonderful season, make a ton of money, and I will see you down that road. ▲

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AssoCIAtIoN ANNouNCEMENts

NICA West Announces 2014 golf tournament Dates on June 23, 2014, the 8th Annual NICA West golf tournament takes place during the san Diego County Fair at the Lomas Santa Fe Country Club in solana Beach, Ca. see page 19 to sign up. on september 15, 2014, the 8th Annual NICA West/Fairplex CDC golf tournament takes place during the La County Fair at Mountain Meadows Golf Course, Pomona, Ca, september 15, 2014.

For more information, contact Rey o’Day, NICA West Executive Manager, at (951) 315-6623.

Board of Directors Nominations Due June 1, 2014 2014 Board of Directors nominations must be received in the nICa office no later than June 1, 2014 to qualify. Download the required forms at www.nicainc.org/pages/DirectorNominations. after completing the forms, you must mail them with a short biography and a photograph suitable for publication to the nICa office at 1043 E. Brandon Blvd., Brandon, FL 33511. after nominees are selected, ballots will go out to voting members by July 15, 2014.

For more information, please call the nICa office at (813) 438-8926.

strawberry Festival Prize Winners submitted by Tom Sattler, CCE, Past President Jane Harris and Kevin McGrath, The Best Around, had elaney Johnson draw the winning tickets at the Strawberry Festival in Plant City, FL. Congratulations to Griff Gillette, who won an iPad, and Heather sattler, who won a Bluetooth!

Kevin, Elaney & Jane

iPad winner

Bluetooth winner

Extending Condolences to the Neck Family Submitted by John Patriarca, Business Manager, ormic Concessions, Inc. We are deeply saddened by the passing of oran neck, Jr., 70, on Wednesday, april 9, 2014. He, along with Mickey, his wife of 51 years, founded Ormic Concessions, Inc. twenty years ago in Brownsville, tX. they joined nICa shortly after that in 1994. oran will be profoundly missed not only by his family and friends but by all those fortunate to have known him. His obituary may be viewed online at the following link: www.darlingmouser.com/services.asp?locid=31&page=odetail&id=33605

Larry McConnell, CCE honored as Fairman of the Year Larry McConnell, CCe, McConnell Concessions, was announced as the Association of Iowa Fairs’ “2013 Fairman of the year” award recipient. their 2013 president, Joe yedlik, presented the award to Larry for his work as the vice president of Warren County Fair, Indianola, Ia. additionally, his Management Philosophy is featured in this month’s “Thoughts from a CCE” on page 16.

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ChANgINg REguLAtIoNs Fred Simcic, truckers Accounting and Permitting service, Inc. (tAPs) UPCOMING SIMPLIFICATION TO IRP! Beginning in 2015, cab-cards will show all jurisdictions! no more “add state or province.” no more “over 100 percent fees” for added jurisdictions. If you have IRP, no more trip permits. this is true IRP-wide. all states and provinces will be implementing this. this has been referred to as Full Reciprocity or the Full Reciprocity Plan, and was adopted by IRP by ballot in october 2013. this will make it better on all classes of truckers. this will benefit the showmen more than anyone; when we have to do estimated miles for someone that only travels about 5,000 miles a year per truck, the state would use normal freight trucks estimates of miles, and that added 50% to 80% to your bill. you can send a full application to the state asking for a reduction based on your route, but you have to prove it and it takes a lot of time. this new system will be good because if you go to a state you normally don’t go to, you will pay the fees based on your travels in appears to the IRP.

the final rule will likely be published later this year, thereby making the use of eLDs required at a date in the latter half of 2016.

GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT

the FMCsa proposes to revise the definition of ‘‘gross combination weight rating’’ (or GCWR) to clarify that a GCWR is the greater of: the GCWR specified by the manufacturer of the power unit, if displayed on the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) certification label ElEcTRONic ONBOARd REcORdER required by the National Highway Traffic Safety The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (NHTSA), or the sum of the gross Administration (FMCSA) has officially announced vehicle weight ratings (GVWRs) or gross vehicle the next iteration of a rule that will require the weights (GVWs) of the power unit and towed use of electronic logging devices (also known unit(s), or any combination thereof, that produces as electronic onboard recorders) for all drivers the highest value. required to keep records of duty status. the definition of “gross combination weight the agency announced the rule publicly March rating” has been changed in an attempt to 13, 2014 though its effective date and publication ascertain when CDL and other federal safety date in the Federal Register still are unknown. regulations apply to certain single-unit trucks the rule has four basic parts: towing trailers.

(1) The requirement to use ELDs, the purpose of changing the definition is to (2) Protections against driver harassment, come up with a standard means of determining if (3) Hardware specifications for the devices, and a combination vehicle driver is subject to federal (4) the hours-of-service related supporting safety requirements when GCWR information is documents drivers must continue to carry after not on the vehicle manufacturer’s certification the mandate. label. this new definition will take effect on april The compliance date for the mandate will be 18, according to the FMCsa’s March 19 final rule. two years after the final rule is published, which this is going to make it all the more simple to will come after a 60-day public comment period understand the actual requirements for class a or on the proposed rule announced March 12 and not Class a CDL’s! this proposed rule will allow agency consideration of those comments. everyone to know exactly what weight they are!

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no more axle weight rating, no more GVWR, just what you are tagged at is what it is going to come down to. Remember that if you pull a trailer that your tag weight on your truck must include the towed unit.

NOTICE TO CARRIERS: DOT TRAINING

49 CFR §382.603 requires supervisors of CDL drivers to take 60 minutes of training on the symptoms of alcohol abuse and another 60 minutes of training on the symptoms of controlled cvSA substances use. the purpose is to qualify supervisors for determining when reasonable yes, CVsa is a complete mess in my opinion suspicion testing is needed. but I do not get a say in this program. I do not this is an ongoing issue with Dot for have a Dot number. companies that have more than one (1) driver or If you have a Dot number, you should be looking at your CVsa scores and paying attention has a driver that is not an owner/operator. If you have a company that has one truck and you are to any problems that might show up. I covered not the driver, then the person that supervises the this at the convention and want you to know it is driver is required to have this training. very important, as it can change the cost of you If you need this training, taPs is offering doing business in the future. a high score is not to nICa members a special deal on a 2 hour good in this program and you can incur higher supervisor online course that will keep you legal insurance cost and other issues with the Dot. and produces a certificate that will validate It does not matter to them how big or small you you have taken this course. the Dot is also are, or how many miles you operate. they will suggesting that you renew this course every two tell you it is about safety. I say it also has to do years. this is not in stone yet but they are trying with money. anyway you might want to go to the web site www.safersys.org and click on Company to get it in place. taPs will charge $45 for each course you need. simply email them at Snapshot in the middle of the page. Put in your taps@truckpermits.net and put NICA Drug Course Dot number and you will see a new page open in the subject line. they will require your name, up with some of your information. at the bottom the information on your company, address, of the page, you can see your Us Inspection phone number, and email address. they will send results for 24 months, and at the top of the page you a bill and, once paid, you will get the login on the right side you can find a tab that says information to complete the 2 hour course. you sMs Results; click on this and you will be able to then can take as long as you need to complete the see your Behavior analysis, safety Improvement Categories, and scores. this will indicate if you are course on your own time. bad or good! If you seem to have Dot problems DRIVER QUALIFICATION FILES that are not yours, go to the top of the page and click on the tab that says FMCSA PORTAL. If you Driver Qualification Files are more of a pain in have not already signed up for this, you can sign the back side but are, again, required by the Dot. up on this page. this is where you would login the good news is that I, Fred simcic, owner to look at driver’s issues that work for you and of Truckers Accounting & Permitting Service, issues that become yours from your drivers. From and tracey McQuilken of ION Drug and Alcohol this page you can also dispute infractions if they and DOT Compliance Officers, LLC are currently are not yours or you do not agree with them. working on a new “Driver Files online” program. this program will pretty much take a lot of the struggles out of keeping up with all the required driver files issues. once we have this in place, we will offer the members at nICa a special deal to use this program as well. It will make sure all the annual requirements are met and keep the members in compliance.

If you would like to know when we get this out please send me an email at fred@tmfscorp.com and put NICA driver in the subject line. ▲ May 2014 NICA News

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tRAvEL sAFEtY tIPs Distracted Driving Laws Increasing Their Reach Through 2014 Driver distraction is a leading factor in many crashes, and cell phone use and texting are two of the most common distractions.

Many states and local jurisdictions are passing laws that address these behaviors. Many experts advise not to use cell phones or other electronic devices at all while driving, regardless of the current law in your state or locality. hand-held Cell Phone use: 12 states, D.C., Puerto Rico, Guam, and the U.s. Virgin Islands prohibit all drivers from using hand-held cell phones while driving. Beginning in october 2013, all existing laws were based on primary enforcement—an officer may cite a driver for using a hand-held cell phone without any other traffic offense taking place.

All Cell Phone use: no state bans all cell phone use for all drivers, but 37 states and D.C. ban all cell phone use by novice drivers, and 20 states and D.C. prohibit it for school bus drivers. text Messaging: Washington was the first state to pass a texting ban in 2007. Currently, 43 states, D.C., Puerto Rico, Guam and the U.s. Virgin Islands ban text messaging for all drivers. all but 5 have primary enforcement. an additional 4 states prohibit text messaging by novice drivers. 3 states restrict school bus drivers from texting. For more information, please visit www.ghsa.org.

Getting Ready for the June 3-5, 2014 CSVA Road Check!

Commercial vehicle inspectors across north america completed 73,023 truck and bus inspections during 72 hours of Roadcheck 2013. of those inspections, a total of 47,771 were north american standard Level I inspections— the most comprehensive roadside inspection, in which vehicles and drivers are assessed for violations of federal, state or Canadian provincial safety regulations. other inspections conducted were vehicle-only or driver-only inspections. of Level I inspections conducted in Canada and the U.s., 24.1% were found with out-of-service (oos) violations. there were a total of 71,630 driver inspections, including those conducted during Level I inspections, from which 4.3% were found with oos violations. additionally, there were 899 seatbelt violations issued.

Roadcheck 2013 included special emphasis on motorcoach safety, including traffic enforcement, as well as securement of cargo. Motorcoaches account for a fraction of the commercial vehicles on the road, but the importance of their safe operation is compounded by the many passengers they must safely deliver to their destinations. Jurisdictions reported a total of 1,471 motorcoaches were inspected during Roadcheck this year.

Cargo securement related violations represented 11.7% of all oos violations issued during the event, down slightly from 12.3% in 2012. although this equates to only one out of every 50 vehicles inspected, loss of a load by a commercial truck is always a severe risk to safety. Inspectors always watch for signs of improperly secured loads such as inadequate number of tie downs, damaged webbing or chain, and other load securement violations.

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Brakes routinely stand out in the mix of oos violations issued during Roadcheck. Last year, 49.6% of vehicle oos violations were related to brake adjustment and other brake system violations. additionally, performance based brake testers or PBBts were used during Roadcheck 2013. of the 287 enforcement inspections conducted with a PBBt, 36 vehicles or 12.5% were found with overall braking efficiency below the minimum required by U.s. regulation and the north american standard oos Criteria. since its inception in 1988, the roadside inspections conducted during Roadcheck have numbered over 1 million, resulting in more than 220 lives saved and 4,045 injuries avoided. It has also provided for the distribution of countless pieces of educational literature and safety events to educate industry and the general public about the importance of safe commercial vehicle operations and the roadside inspection program. Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) sponsors Roadcheck with participation by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, Canadian Council of Motor Transport Administrators, Transport Canada, and the Secretariat of Communications and Transportation (Mexico). Roadcheck is one of a series of activities that occur year round whereby CVSA-certified inspectors conduct compliance, enforcement and educational initiatives targeted at various elements of motor carrier, vehicle, driver and cargo safety, and security. For more information, please visit www.cvsa.org. ►► “travel safety tips” continued on page 24

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NICA tRAvEL BENEFIts As the travel season approaches, don’t forget to take advantage of NICA’s many auto-related benefits from our premier partners. For more information, be sure to visit our Member Benefits page at www.nicainc.org/pages/benefits, call the NICA office at (813) 438-8926, or see pages 26-29 in your 2014 Membership Directory.

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Trip Sheets Online is a new, fast and very simple way for tracking your trip miles and fuel for filing your road use taxes. For as little as $20 per month, you have the power of practical truck routing from zip code to zip code or city to city. once signed up, this program can be accessed on your smart phone, tablet, or any computer. Miles are broken out per state for reporting, and fuel can be added after or during each trip or move. all the information is kept online for your access anywhere. Print your trip sheets and reports quickly and easily - monthly, quarterly, and annually. Calculate your quarterly taxes based on your fleet, each truck individually, or in groups. Printout IFta schedules for quarterly reporting. tax rates are current for all previous quarters! to sign up or to learn more, go to www.nicainc.org/pages/benefits and click on the trip sheets online graphic with the “over the Road” logo.

Hertz Rent-A-Car offers special low rates and discounts on car rentals for nICa Members. save up to 20% on Hertz Business travel Rates at all locations; special rates are also available at Hertz Location edition® locations. Complimentary membership in Hertz #1 Club Gold® (a $60 value) and earn FRee Rental Day Certificates with each qualifying rental. no additional driver fees when other employees drive the rental vehicle. active accounts receive quarterly statements & additional value-added offers and savings. at offairport locations across the U.s. and Canada, receive discounted rates with the same great service you receive at their airport locations. sign up at bapgold.hertz.com and call the nICa office for the PIn code.

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ARROW DISTRIBUTING, INC.

Arrow Distributing began selling RV and MH parts in 1980 out of one location in omaha, nebraska. today, arrow has eight warehouses primarily located in the Central U.s. and still grows while maintaining the strong Midwestern values that they were built on. this amazing discount program on RV parts and accessories is made available to nICa members through arrow Distributing.

Contact the nICa office to get the toll free number for arrow Distributing and a purchase order number. as with all of our national discount pricing programs, you will be responsible for payment of your orders.

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CRySTAL AUTOMOTIVE

Crystal Automotive, located in Inverness, Florida offers Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep, nissan, and Chevrolet Vehicles. all nICa Members receive “Crystal Family and Friends Discount Pricing (Below dealer’s invoice) as well as free shipping anywhere in the continental United States.” to receive your discount, please contact Gary Darden, Commercial Sales Manager, at (352) 726-1238 (ext. 4021), or Ron Quinn, General Sales Manager, at (352) 726-1238 (ext. 4012), or by visiting Crystal automotive at 2077 Hwy 44 W, Inverness, Florida 34453.

For additional information, they can be visited online at www.crystalautos.com ▲

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thoughts

FRoM A Introduction by SanDee O’Brien, CCE

The Certified Concessionaire Executive (CCE) program was developed to recognize the professionalism of Concessionaires. the title of CCe represents a deep understanding and respect for the fair and festival business and indicates that the titleholder will perform with the highest level of professionalism. this prestigious designation is awarded only after a detailed application process has been successfully met. In the first year, eleven people earned their CCe designation. to date, there is a total of 51 CCe designations. We would like to introduce these Concessionaires to you by publishing their personal philosophies of communication and management as it relates to the fair industry (one of the requirements for obtaining a CCe). this month, we chose Larry McConnell, CCe & Daryl Whicheloe, CCe.

Larry McConnell, CCE

McConnell Concessions CCE Earned in 2000 “My management philosophy has always been “to treat everyone as I wish to be treated,” and to never ask anyone to do anything that I haven’t already done myself. There was nothing formal about my management training; it was all learned in the trenches. I grew up in a family business where my dad was the “front man” and my mother worked in the kitchen. From this upbringing I developed my management style.

I consider myself a teacher who trains and delegates. One of my strengths is that I am a good listener and I treat everyone fairly. I give my top employees responsibilities that include customer service and employee relations, as well as opening and closing procedures. I want all to feel they are team members who are essential to making the operation run smoothly. I truly value my employees and they know it. I consider many of them good friends.

We rate customer service and food quality as our top priorities. I’ve always believed that if you treat the customers fairly and kindly and serve the best product possible, you will be successful.”

Daryl Whicheloe, CCE

Southern Oregon Food & Beverage CCE Earned in 2013 “Southern Oregon Food and Beverage is a food concession company dedicated to providing great food at reasonable prices.

We strive to give the fairgoer an experience that is always enjoyable and positive.

The food concession business and the entire Fair industry cannot survive without communication and team work. This is accomplished by the Fairs individual departments such as managers, office staff, maintenance, and volunteers along with organizations such as WFA and NICA and many more that produce these fairs. It is crucial that we, as a group, all work together to provide fairgoers with positive experiences that will encourage them to return to year after year. That is why, as a business, Southern Food and Beverage owners and staff can always be found trying to help office staff, maintenance crews, other vendors and the fairgoer in any way possible. As an owner I take a lot of pride in my business and this industry, so it is a lifelong effort to keep improving the quality and standards in both my own business and also of those around us. As long as we continue to create new and innovative products and concession ideas, the concessions and the Fair industry will succeed.” ▲

The CCE application may be downloaded from www.nicainc.org. You may also call the NICA office to request an application be mailed to you. To be considered this year, the application and supporting materials must be submitted on or before October 1, 2014.

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the NICA ‘good Neighbor’ Award Taking Care of Business by Helping Each Other Out Rey O’Day, NICA West Executive Manager When asked, “How has the concession business changed since you first started out?”

Brad Ribar, CCe and March “Concessionaire of the Month” said, “My favorite change I’ve noticed is that Concessionaires are more willing to help each other than in the earlier days. It’s a hard enough business when we get along; I would hate to see it if we were just out for ourselves.”

We know that our nICa members often go way beyond what is expected of them in order to help other people and Fairs out of difficult situations. nICa wants to hear those stories so we can all celebrate with the “Good neighbor” award. nICa members Dale smith, Cie smith, Kim Barr, Judy Henbury, and tony trafton proposed the following criteria that the Board of Directors approved late last year:

the Candidate will display the following attributes: • • • • • •

Someone who follows the Golden Rule: “Do unto others as you would have others do unto you.”

Someone who has selflessness and gives without expecting reward.

Someone who has a smile and a positive word to share.

Someone who willingly volunteers to help with NICA activities and fundraisers.

Someone who exemplifies the spirit of “Together We Can!” Must be a NICA member in good standing.

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Members may submit nominees to their Regional Council, NICA Office, or NICA BOD via a letter or email with detailed explanation about character, accomplishments, and a description of the good deed(s).

The Board or Council will determine if nominee fits the criteria, based on the nomination submission.

All believed to fit criteria will be given awards.

Awarded candidate will be presented a “badge of honor” (plaque) at their place of business by the nominating member and NICA VIP. Photo will be taken and included in an upcoming NICA News.

to get the process started Dale smith, nICa West Council member nominated Gene edick, Brogdon Concessions, Ca with the following letter: Dear NICA Board of Directors, I would like to nominate Gene Edick for the first honorary “Good Neighbor Award,” and here’s why... ►► “good Neighbor” continued on page 21

the NICA member should follow these nomination guidelines: • •

Nominations should be based on firsthand experience not “hearsay.”

One may not nominate oneself or a company member.

Gene Edick receiving his award from Dale Smith

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Drop Applications off at CHUCKWAGON during the San Diego County Fair, register online at www.nicainc.org OR send via mail to NICA West Golf Tournament, 2130 Walnut St., La Verne, CA 91752 no later than June 9, 2014.

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“good Neighbor” continued from page 18 ►► Two days before the opening of the 2013 San Diego County Fair, I’m connecting power to my “almost new, paid way too much for” 5th wheel. After 30 years of experience, I pulled a rookie mistake and plugged into a 3-phase power source. I can still remember the smell of melting wire today. Well, to say the least, I needed help. I called an old friend, hoping he could recommend an electrician locally since he lived in the area.

Gene, Brogdon Concessions, who was very busy setting up his own concession stand as well as supplying ice for the entire fairgrounds, came to my rescue… himself! He spent 3 hours of his pressed time and was able to get everything up and running. Later that day, he even tried to troubleshoot the freezer in my concession stand and said “this one is toast, call the ‘refer’ repair man!” Gene has a huge heart and puts others before himself! He’s truly a good guy!

We are in a competitive business. Many of us have been in this business for decades.

Generations are taking over and bringing aggressive tactics to the table. It’s good to know that there is still a strong camaraderie within our industry, and that we can recognize a “Good Neighbor” when we see one.

Dale Smith, Owner Family A Fair, Inc. NICA West Council Member-at-Large the nICa Board of Directors approved the nomination of nICa Member Gene edick as our first “Good neighbor” award recipient. Please see the photo of him receiving his award from nICa member, Dale smith, on page 18. as we go from fair to fair please keep an eye out for the next “Good neighbor,” for they embody the true spirit of the phrase “Together We Can!” ▲

are you interested in sharing your photos, experiences, or other news from this season? We love to hear from our members, and see what they have seen! to submit your story or photos, please visit www.nicainc.org/pages/submityourcontent, e-mail graphics@nicainc.org, or call (813) 438-8926.

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A tRIP to thE STRAwBERRy

FEstIvAL The Florida Strawberry Festival takes place in Plant City, FL from February 26-March 9, 2014. according to their website, www.flstrawberryfestival.com, each year, the festival “rolls out the red carpet to welcome visitors from throughout the sunshine state and the world. Guests come from near and far to enjoy exhibits of agriculture, commerce, industry, livestock, fine arts, horticulture, and crafts. the fabric of american life is woven into the Festival through social events, contests, youth developmental programs, top-name entertainment, and parades with glorious floats and high-stepping marching bands.” of course, you can’t forget the Concessionaires! We visited all of the nICa Members that we could find; here are some of the pictures we took! ▲

One of the many creative strawberry exhibits on display

the Berry-go-Round Bianco’s Quality Foods

Meigs Concessions Eddie Porcelli, III, spaghetti Eddie & Alta Mosley

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Alta Mosley & John Class, grandma Brown’s Cinnamon Rolls

sattler’s Leather & hats on display during the festival

A great crowd at R.E. smith

Catching up on the NICA News

Guests lining up at old time taffy

strawberry Festival guests & NICA Concessionaires

Guests getting their money’s worth on Footsie Wootsies

A larger-than-life version of a Strawberry Shortcake

vIsItINg thE INDIAN RIvER CouNtY FAIR The Indian River County Fair, also known as the Firefighters’ Fair, takes place in Vero Beach, FL from March 13-23, 2014. as stated by General Manager toby turner on their website, www.firefightersfair.org, this fair “offers something for everyone, young and old. since 1980, proceeds from our event have supported the Indian River County Burn Fund, Local High school scholarships, Fairground Improvements, other Various Charitable organizations, and for the Benefit of Public safety. the 2014 theme is ‘smiles on the Midway.’” We were able to get a few pictures while we were there! ▲

Don & Mary Shepherd, S & S Concessions

Toby Turner, General Manager, Indian River County Fair & his wife Gwen

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“travel safety tips” continued from page 13 ►►

Roadcheck 2014 Checklist for Drivers From a commercial vehicle safety inspector’s perspective, the point of the Roadcheck inspection is to ensure both your safety and those of others traveling on the highways. the costs associated with being put out of service are insignificant when compared to the costs of having an accident. Be proactive and inspect your vehicle thoroughly before you take your next trip, and especially before this year’s Roadcheck in June. the following list is adapted from the Roadcheck Checklist Pamphlet available at www.cvsa.org.

BRAKEs Check for missing, non-functioning, loose, contaminated, or cracked parts on the brake system; check for “s” cam flipover; be alert for audible air leaks around brake components and lines; check that the slack adjusters are the same length (from center of “s” cam to center of clevis pin), and that the air chambers on each axle are the same size. Check brake adjustment; ensure the air system maintains air pressure between 90 and 100 psi; measure pushrod travel; inspect required brake system warning devices, such as aBs malfunction lamps and low air pressure warning devices; inspect tractor protection system, including the bleedback system on the trailer.

CouPLINg DEvICEs Safety devices/full trailers/converter dolly(s): check the safety devices (chains/wire rope) for sufficient number, missing components, improper repairs, and devices that are incapable of secure attachment. on the lower fifth wheel, check for unsecured mounting to the frame or any missing or damaged parts, or any visible space between the upper and lower fifth wheel plates. Verify that the locking jaws are around the shank and not the head of the kingpin, that the release lever is seated properly, and that the safety latch is engaged. Check the upper fifth wheel for any damage to the weight bearing plate (and its supports) such as cracks and loose or missing bolts on the trailer. on the sliding fifth wheel, check for proper engagement of locking mechanism (teeth fully engaged on rail); also check for worn or missing parts and ensure that the position does not allow the tractor frame rails to contact the landing gear during turns. Check for damaged or missing fore and aft stops.

FuEL & ExhAust sYstEMs Check your fuel tanks for the following conditions: loose mounting, leaks, or other conditions; loose or missing caps; and signs of leaking fuel below the tanks. For exhaust systems, check the following: unsecured mounting; leaks beneath the cab; exhaust system components in contact with electrical wiring or brake lines and hoses; and excessive carbon deposits around seams and clamps.

FRAME, vAN & oPEN-toP tRAILERs Inspect for corrosion fatigue, cross member(s) cracked, loose or missing, cracks in frame, missing or defective body parts. Look at the condition of the hoses, check suspension of air hoses of vehicle with sliding tandems. on the frame and frame assembly, check for cracks, bends, sagging, loose fasteners or any defect that may lead to the collapse of the frame; corrosion, fatigue, cross members cracked or missing, cracks in frame, missing or defective body parts. Inspect all axle(s). Inspect for non-manufactured holes (i.e. rust holes, holes created by rubbing or friction, etc.) and for broken springs in the spring brake housing section of the parking brake. For vans and opentop trailer bodies, look at the upper rail and check roof bows and side posts for buckling, cracks, or ineffective fasteners. on the lower rail, check for breaks accompanied by sagging floor, rail, or cross members; or broken with loose or missing fasteners at side post adjacent to the crack.

LIghtINg Inspect all required lamps for proper color, operation, mounting, and visibility. sECuREMENt oF CARgo Make sure you are carrying a safe load. Check tail board security. Verify end gates are secured in stake pockets.

Check both sides of the trailer to ensure cargo is protected from shifting or falling. Verify that rear doors are securely closed. Where load is visible, check for proper blocking and bracing. It may be necessary to examine inside of trailer to assure that large objects are properly secured. Check cargo securement devices for proper number, size and condition. Check tie down anchor points for deformation and cracking. stEERINg Check the steering lash by first turning the steering wheel in one direction until the tires begin to pivot. then, place a mark on the steering wheel at a fixed reference point and turn the wheel in the opposite direction until the

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tires start to move again. Mark the steering wheel at the same fixed reference point and measure the distance between the two marks. the amount of allowable lash varies with the diameter of the steering wheel. susPENsIoN Inspect the suspension for: indications of misaligned, shifted, cracked, or missing springs; loosened shackles; missing bolts; unsecured spring hangars; and cracked or loose U-bolts. also, check any unsecured axle positioning parts and for signs of axle misalignment. on the front axle, check for cracks, welds, and obvious misalignment. tIREs, WhEELs, RIMs & huBs Check tires for proper inflation, cuts, and bulges, regrooved tires on steering axle, tread wear, and major tread groove depth. Inspect sidewalls for defects, improper repairs, exposed fabric or cord, contact with any part of the vehicle, and tire markings excluding it from use on a steering axle. Inspect wheels and rims for cracks, unseated locking rings, and broken or missing lugs, studs, or clamps. also check for rims that are cracked or bent, have loose or damaged lug nuts and elongated stud holes, have cracks across spokes or in the web area, and have evidence of slippage in the clamp areas. Check the hubs for lubricant leaks, missing caps, or plugs, misalignment and positioning, and damaged, worn, or missing parts.

Regular maintenance and frequent checkups are not only good advice to prepare for Roadcheck 2014; they prevent faults and longterm damage to your vehicle. Plus, they ensure that you, the driver, will benefit the most of all by driving safely for the rest of the year! â–˛

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“Announcements” continued from page 9 ►►

NICA West Members Win Blue Ribbon submitted by Rey o’Day Congratulations goes out to Christian and Dale smith, Family A Fair & Pink’s Hot Dogs, who won the blue ribbon for 2014 Best Overall Concessionaire at the Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival in Indio, Ca.

Family Owned & Operated Serving Our Customers Since 1904

NICA West’s golf Cart Winner Cliff Munson, Ceo of the Siskiyou Golden Fair, won this nICa West sponsored cart during the NICA Sysco Marketplace in anaheim, Ca. Cliff is pictured in front of nICa West’s “Member-atLarge” Daryl Whicheloe, CCe’s Kurly Fries stand.

Daryl transported the golf cart up to Cliff’s Fair on his way home to oregon. It was a Win-Win for everyone! ▲

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Were you able to Guess Who was in this Drawing?

First Row: art Pokorny, Gene o’Brien, CCe & Bob Hallifax, CCe

Second Row: Rich Wright, Bill McKinney, CCe, Frank Parnell, CCe & Larry orme Third Row: Larry sivori, ed Porcelli, Jr., CCe & Kevin McGrath, CCe our winning response was from Linda Comer, who places this drawing during a late 90’s Miami auction, featuring the original nICa Board of Directors.

Do you have photos or a story from nICa’s past?

Contact us by phone at (813) 438-8926 or by e-mail at graphics@nicainc.org and we may publish it in an upcoming issue of NICA News! ▲

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WELCoMEs ouR NEW MEMBERs! Blake Bishop Blake Concessions, tX Lindsay Constantine Red’s Red Apples, Inc., FL Marian Eley Potato Tornados & More, oH Steven Ianni Crazy Fried Things, FL Joe O’Han J & S Concessions, Inc., ny Gary Pinkerton Gary’s Fun Food Concessions, Inc., oK Steve Rader H & R Concessions, oH Jose Ramirez J.L.Q. Concessions, Ca Mike Scranton Franklin County Fair, Ma

CoMINg NExt IssuE Miami Auction Photos, 2014 Scholarship Winners, Spring Workshop Coverage & More!

2014 Membership Referral Contest general Membership audrey Poole .......................................................................1 Barry Floyd ..........................................................................1 Brenda Premont ..................................................................1 Brian Myers .........................................................................1 Daryl Whicheloe, CCe ..........................................................1 Dave shives .........................................................................1 Doug Dills ............................................................................1 earl strickland .....................................................................1 Frank Parnell, CCe ...............................................................2 James staub, sr. .................................................................1 Jennifer Giordano ................................................................2 Lola Ramirez ........................................................................1 Louis Harvell ........................................................................1 Mel Melton ...........................................................................1 olivia orme ..........................................................................1 Richard Wright .....................................................................2 Roger Westmoreland...........................................................1 Russ Harrison, CCe .............................................................1 sanDee o’Brien, CCe ...........................................................1 sysco ...................................................................................1 thomas “tom tom” sattler ................................................1

NICA Reps David spann ........................................................................1

Board of Directors Dan Lusenhop .....................................................................2 Dominic Palmieri .................................................................1 Don Kenna ...........................................................................2 Paulette Keene ....................................................................2 Randy Reichert, CCe ............................................................1

Administration office ..................................................................................16 Rey o’Day ............................................................................1

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$500 Cash - For every new or former member referred, the recruiting member will receive one chance to win the $500.

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NICA National Representative Contest - Winner will receive $500 cash and is eligible to win any of the aforementioned prizes.

Drawings to be held in tampa, FL in February 2015

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Your #1 Source for Concession Supplies!

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For Office Use Only

National Independent Concessionaires Association, Inc.

Date

1043 e. Brandon Blvd., Brandon, FL 33511 office: 813-438-8926 • Fax: (813)438-8928 e-mail: nica@nicainc.org • Website: www.nicainc.org

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nicA MEMBErSHip AppLicAtion q Mr.

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Name of business Physical address

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Would you like to connect your business with nICa on social media?

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Fill out the below information as AccURATEly and dETAilEd as possible. INFORMATION and KEywORdS provided below will be used for your entry in the nICa annual Membership Directory as well used as keywords to search for your business on the nICa website.

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEES inDEpEnDEnt concESSionAirE

ASSociAtE

a person or entity who provides services to the concession industry.

Voting:

q Independent Concessionaire ...........................................$125 q Spousal member..................................................................$75

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Fair / Festival over 75,000 attendance ...........................$125

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Fair / Festival under 75,000 attendance ..........................$75

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Manufacturer / Distributor / Industry supplier.............$125

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Carnival / Circus operator .............................................................$125

Check a category below and provide a detailed description of your company’s services:

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special services.................................................................$125

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stationary Concession .....................................................$125

q Commercial exhibitors q attractions / entertainment q Retail

q Food q Games q services

Description:

_________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________

Provide a detailed description of your organization / company’s services below: _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ Mail Check or Money order to nICa’s office at 1043 E. Brandon Blvd. Brandon, FL 33511

Concessionaire General Routing Information

List all states where you conduct your concession business

_________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ Fairs and Festivals - Required

List three Fairs or Festivals worked in the past year:

1. _______________________________________________________ 2. _______________________________________________________ 3. _______________________________________________________

Visit our website for nICa Membership Benefits: www.nicainc.org I understand that my application is subject to final approval by the nICa Board of Directors. I also understand that if my application is not accepted, the amount paid will be refunded to me. If accepted for membership in nICa, I hereby agree to abide by its by-laws and rules.

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I authorize nICa to charge the agreed amount listed above to my credit card provided herein. I agree I will pay for this purchase in accordance with the issuing bank cardholder agreement. the NICA sponsored $10,000 Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Policy is automatically provided to all Independent Concessionaire Members.

National Independent Concessionaires Association, Inc. 1043 e. Brandon Blvd., Brandon, FL 33511 Time Sensitive Mail • May 2014 Issue

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