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and above par for wash results to reach maximum efficiency. Monitoring the equipment with daily and weekly checks are a must to prevent potential mishaps or out-of-control usage — water, chemistry, etc.

“Speaking from the standpoint of our systems only, if completely biodegradable chemicals are always used and routine maintenance followed, quarterly nutrients need to be added to the system, and an annual filter change is required,” Gibney says. he recent SCWA Car Wash Tour in Salt Lake City FINAL RESULTS reminded me how great it is to be a part of large family like If maintained correctly, the final results provided SCWA. The Tour proved once again that car washing is alive by closed-loop carwashing should rival conventional and well! wash quality, the NWI team states. The path to achieve I hope you had the opportunity to join us in Salt Lake and thisthe quality is not car without some increased maintenance see outstanding wash locations on the tour.

Be sure requirements equipment costs. But, theseinfactors to check out theand pictures and the location highlights this shouldofbe weighed against the savings of reduced edition ADVANTAGE. water and sewer costs to determine the feasibility and On behalf of SCWA, our sincere thank you to the car profitability closed-loop operation. wash owners of who opened their locations for us to visit.

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The SCWA tours are just a small part of all the SCWA events which continue to be, not only informative, but also very motivational for me. Just being around some of the most successful car wash operators in the business is certainly fun and inspirational. However, it goes much deeper than this, because I rarely leave these events without learning Could someone successfully your something I can take step back in to and my business to be manage better and financial affairs if you are unable to do so yourself? Of more efficient. course, you couldthis execute "financial powerifofperhaps attorney'' As I was recalling trip, I astarted wondering designating someone as a "financial agent" to act on Lake your there was even something deeper here. Events like Salt behalf in financial matters if you're incapacitated.

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Prepare Your Finances for an Emergency Handoff

If you have multiple checking or savings accounts, consider consolidating to one of each, preferably at the same bank-more accounts mean higher odds of overdrafts.

Especially troublesome are accounts with automated withdrawals or payments-easily overdrawn if no one is paying close attention. If there are lots of CDs, savings accounts and/ or moneymarket accounts at different institutions, some could be easily overlooked.

Stick with paper statements. It's perfectly fine for you istoboth access yourand accounts part learning sharing. online, but it's easy for someone else to overlook or be shut out of your online Speaking about SCWA events, the SCWA Wade Welch only accounts, which may be difficult to access. Bills and Memorial Golf Classic is right around the corner, October statements that arrive in the mail provide a wonderful 17. We always max out the number of players – so be sure to fail-safe. That's true even if the financial agent doesn't live register and join us in San Antonio at the very popular J.W. near you-your mail can be forwarded to that person by the Marriott TPC Golf Course. It will be a great time to be with post office or a trusted neighbor. friends and enjoy this outstanding professional golf course.

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Create a concise guide to your finances. Having all of yourhighlight financial in one saveWash your The of information the year is always the place FIRST will BIG Car designated agent a lot of time and greatly reduce the odds EXPO of the Year – the SCWA Convention & EXPO. Mark that something will February be missed.

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But don't save it on your computer or send it Worth Convention Center. The EXPO floor will be the via e-mail-that wouldand increase the thatcar this sensitive largest ever for SCWA include allrisk the top wash, lube info detail couldcompanies. be stolen. Among the details to will include... and Attendee registration be opening Income sources. Note how of your streams soon.

The announcement of oureach keynote willincome be exciting and arrives-pensions and Social Security payments often are will also be announced in the next few weeks. direct-deposited into bank accounts, for example. If you Thank you for being an important part of the SCWA family!

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These additions bring WhiteWater’s footprint to 49 locations in Texas and 12 locations in Louisiana.

Growth in the Southwest continues for WhiteWater Express with the grand opening of two new locations in Texas and the acquisition of DeRidder Express Car Wash in Louisiana, the company announced in a press release.

These washes are located at the following addresses: • 5306 Airline Dr., Houston, TX 77022 • 2420 Sam Rayburn Hwy., Melissa, TX 75454 • 1309 N Pine St., DeRidder, LA 70634 These additions bring WhiteWater’s footprint to 49 locations in Texas and 12 locations in Louisiana, for a total of 96 washes across six states and 12 MSAs.

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WhiteWater Express will also offer free washes and exclusive membership deals during the grand opening and rebranding celebrations for these locations.

WhiteWater’s rapid growth will continue in the second half of the year, with multiple locations opening late summer and fall.

WhiteWater is continuing to pursue its expansion strategy in both existing and new markets for greenfield development and acquisitions.

“As we approach our 100th location, it has been extremely rewarding to see how more and more members of our WhiteWater team have gone the extra mile for both our teammates and customers to help us improve every day,” stated Henry Shine, chief financial officer and head of development at WhiteWater Express.

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Another advantage controllers enable is to-the-inch application of chemicals. This precise application means operators their washes’ chemical agnolia can Washeffectively Holdings control announces growth capital costs. When set up correctly, equipment only sprays investment thepart vehicle, not the gapOaktree between vehicles, Davy notes.

As of the transaction, Capital Management has This to-the-inch application continues through the entire acquired a majority ownership position in the company. tunnel and applies to such servicesinas ceramic coatings, Magnolia Wash Holdings announced a press release wax applications and other necessary chemistry. it has received a growth capital investment from funds This universalbycontrol not only saves on chemistry costs, but it managed Oaktree Capital Management, L.P. to fuel the company’s long-term growth strategy. also provides customers a better wash experience.

Energy canOaktree be another advantage.

“Your As part of theefficiency transaction, has acquired a majority ownership positionalso in the company. tunnel controller helps you save electricity by driving each Capital piece of machinery in thewill tunnel, activating your A&M Opportunities Fund maintain a material minority ownership stake indevices the enterprise. vehicle frequency-driven and controlling signage and lighting around your facility,”locations Davy continues.

Magnolia currently operates 93 carwash in eight states, with 25 additional locations under can construction, and “Additionally, your tunnel controller help conserve more thanby200,000 members in its Wash Club Membership energy leaving your dryers on when multiple cars Program. are in the tunnel, avoiding costly start-ups of the dryer “As we explored potential Oaktree system.

Without wastinginvestment chemical partners, or electricity, you are stood out for its proven track record of fostering better able to control your per-car costs and rapid make each growth, its unique partnerships with management teams, service more profitable.” and its value creation for stakeholders,” said Jose Costa, points toWash efficient look-ahead in a carwash CEOBath of Magnolia Holdings.

“We features expect Oaktree’s tunnel that can include the controller keeping the blowers resources, experience and track record will be invaluable torunning us as wefor continue to expand our presence in the fast-saves the following vehicle. Again, this step growing express carwash category.

I can’t wait to see where energy and creates cost savings. “There are many features we’ll be in a few years with this outstanding partnership.” that can help operators save power, water, etc. When you “Magnolia andallitsthese management team features, have an impressive understand modern-day your process track record, and with our investment, we believe they are will benefit as well as your cost savings,” Bath says. poised to grow into a preeminent operator in the industry,” said David Quick, managing director and assistant portfolio manager at Oaktree. “This is a special opportunity to partner with an experienced management team at a company that is well positioned to take advantage of the significant runway ahead.”

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“We have enjoyed a fantastic partnership with Magnolia Wash Holdings, beginning with our initial investment in 2020 when the business had just seven locations,” said Sean Epps, partner at AMCO. “As a result of the company’s continued growth, we have recognized that now is the time to expand Magnolia’s capital partnerships. Our firm has a close institutional relationship with Oaktree, and we share a common vision as stewards for the company as it enters an exciting next phase of growth.”

dumped into the truck bed or turn off blowers so they will not blow debris out of the bed onto other vehicles.

These life-changing experiences renew hope, lift spirits 21 and bolster strength for the kids and their families, while uniting neighbors, friends and entire communities in making dreams come true.

“By granting the fantastic wishes of children battling critical conditions, Make-A-Wish also relieves families’ traumatic stress and provides physical and emotional benefits that can give children better health outcomes and increase their chances for survival,” said Autobell President and COO Carl Howard. “It’s amazing that our small, simple acts as donors and partners can provide that spark of muchneeded hope and joy.”

J.P. Morgan Securities LLC served as the exclusive financial advisor to Magnolia in connection with this transaction and Harris Williams served as exclusive advisor to Oaktree.

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The Wash Tub announced in a press release the company would like to show appreciation for local teachers, faculty and staff by offering them free “Gleam Wash” carwashes.

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The company’s efforts in a summer promotion raised $12,742 for the non-profit organization.

Over two weeks this summer, Autobell Car Wash donated $1 from every sale of the company’s Rain Repellent Special wash to Make-A-Wish Central and Western North Carolina, the company announced in a press release.

Each year, through donor contributions, partnerships and volunteers, Make-A-Wish grants more than 15,000 wishes to children with critical illnesses.

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IN MEMORIUM SCWA NEWS Stefan Budricks 1950 - 2023 Stefan Budricks, Editor of the Auto Laundry News magazine and friend of SCWA recently passed away. Please see the announcement below from the Auto Laundry News Staff.

With heavy hearts and great sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved editor Stefan Budricks. After a year-long valiant battle against aggressive liver cancer, Stefan passed peacefully with his long-time partner Joe Mininni at his side on July 16.

Stefan was born in Johannesburg, South Africa in 1950. He was a well-read South African army veteran with a law degree, but journalism was his calling.

Stefan worked at several newspapers, magazines, and trade publications in South Africa and the U.S. before taking the chief editor post at Auto Laundry News in 1996, a position he would serve faithfully until his passing.

He was pivotal in helping turn Auto Laundry News around in the mid-90s, restoring the struggling magazine to its former glory as a leader in the car wash industry.

“Stefan was hired shortly after we purchased Auto Laundry News,” says long-time publisher Andrew Williams. “In my 43 years with the company, he was the most professional, loyal, and dedicated editor I have worked with. He will be deeply missed both professionally and personally.”

As an editor, Stefan was unmatched. His matter-of-fact yet engaging prose was on display every month on this page, and

his calm, professional demeanor ensured that every issue was delivered on time and error-free.

“I reported to Stefan since I started here in 2007,” says managing editor Tim Denman. “He was the best boss I ever had. He was a teacher, mentor, and friend. Stefan was the kind of person that if you told him you needed a dollar, he would reach into his pocket and hand you two. I will miss him greatly.”

In addition to his writing and editing skills, Stefan won numerous awards for magazine design and was always willing to share his unique vision. “Stefan always listened and supported me whenever I needed it,” says art director Aleksandra Ilnicki. “I will miss his thoughtful suggestions and advice.”

Stefan was more than an editor. He was the voice of the car wash world, whose influence was felt throughout the industry.

His professionalism and dedication to this magazine and the car care industry were unmatched.

“Stefan was an integral part of the Auto Laundry News family,” says associate publisher Joanne Gambert. “After working together, it was easy to see what an enthusiastic editor he was. He had a critical eye and was passionate about the magazine’s editorial integrity. I will always miss our chats.

As an industry, I know we will all miss him. Stefan left a remarkable and memorable impact on our lives.”

Rest in peace, Stefan, you will be missed

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SCWA is continuing to identify resources that will help members and the greater car wash community rebound stronger than ever. We believe there are opportunities to be found even in times like now. This effort will lead into the 2021 Convention & EXPO and beyond. SCWA is developing plans to expand many of these efforts in a broader and expanded role over the next several years.

The SCWA website provides resources and links as we all continue to navigate this unprecedented time – www.swcarwash.org Here are justalways a fewbeen of the actions undertook: I have a clean freak.SCWA Since proudly driving

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my first white Ford Mustang, my car was no exception.

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washing “essential businesses” Texas. reactionconfirmed when I firstasheard “car wash” regardinginmy

burgeoning as amembers college graduate turned agency Worked withcareer SCWA in many other states, publicist. I audibly scoffed. And I’m not alone. If you such as: Colorado, New Mexico, Hawaii, Kansas, didn’t grow up in the industry or have exposure to the Maryland and Ohio;ofbycareer providing information as to the depth and breadth opportunities in the car wash space, you may have same reaction I did. essential business nature ofhad carthe washing.

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car washes the option to open as essential businesses in Following local communities such ashiring Dallas; Fort Worth; a multi-pronged protocol takes time but Houston; is an investment well worth it.

Greenville; Albuquerque.

According to President Jeff Blansit, “I have been very wash sectorhas continues gain private proudAs ofthe thecar role SCWA playedtoin trying to equity keep the interest and significant financial investment, we are car wash community working as an “essential business”. seeing an increasing awareness of the industry as a We stand to continue effortsmore on behalf of to our viableready and lucrative career,our attracting top talent the space.

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kids to different jobs to help them figure out what they may want to pursue vocationally. It’s sponsored by our local school district, and though unpaid, it offers college credits. For our expanding company, hiring is a constant need. We enrolled in the program, and a light bulb went off. We realized we needed to put more emphasis on educating our potential pool of employees as well as existing about the amazing career opportunities our company and the car wash space have to offer.”

Martinez went on talk about how the company continues to develop and evolve its comprehensive employee training and empowerment strategy.

Hiring An important part of the interview process is intentionally highlighting and setting the tone that the company values and seeks to provide continued career advancement opportunities for employees. Following a multi-pronged hiring protocol takes time but is an investment well worth it.

For Customer Service Attendants (CSA’s), the company uses a three-step interview process.

1. Phone screen by the Director of Talent and Training

to share more about the role, the company culture, values, and standards and convey encouragement of internal growth. Inquire about the candidate’s career interests and long-term goals.

2. Connect with the Director of Operations to discuss aptitude for the technical skills and day-to-day requirements of the role.

3. In-person interview with the Site Level Manager for the final hiring decision. If approved, the Director of Talent and Training sends an offer letter to the candidate.

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operators can appreciate the simplicity and convenience of credit card payments. While some operators may object to transaction fees or monthly maintenance charges by banks or processors, these fees are outweighed by the increased revenue. Adding a credit card system to a bay will more than pay for the investment in the short term.

Customers will spend more time washing their vehicles after this upgrade, asismost cardimportant systems utilize ommercial Insurance one ofcredit the most a “count up” versus a “count down” charging bottom lines on a businessowner’s P&L and Balancemethod.

Sheet, Walter that–with standard cashofpayment but let’s states be honest it can also be one the mostequipment, stressful. the self-serve timerofwill start being counting downatonce More often we’rebay hearing renewals delivered thelast-minute minimum (and payment is met. is a only “last the in some casesTypically, the day ofthere renewal) alertwith horn that rate goesincrease off as time running down. tominute” be slapped a 30% andistold “no other With options” a credit card payment, system starts counting available - leading to an the undesirable last-minute decision renew at the higher spoke on this at my up oncetothe transaction has rates. been Iauthorized.

Once the SCWA Roundtable past February but thought wash Rapid is completed, thethis customer is instructed to push the state button of the insurance markets wouldand be a determine great topic the a stop to end the transaction for this quarterly magazine.

Regardless of your industry – final charge. “This method keeps the customer from we’re all feeling the heartburn of insurance. rushing to finish,” Walter says. “There is no ‘alert’ horn to instinctively hurry them up. Some operators The Macro Perspective of Commercial Insurancehave seen average wash tickets increase by 50% versus using cash.”

There are numerous issues affecting the overall landscape McCarty notes that years ago self-serve carwashes of the insurance markets, with losses being the primary were called “quarter carwashes” simply because that was driving factor. The last couple years have been detrimental the only payment option available. At first, self-serve sites – from the “once in a lifetime” massive freeze in Texas in would have a bill changer, and eventually many operators 2021, wildfires in Colorado, tornados across the Midwest, began adding tokens. These token dispensers could process torrential rain / flooding in California early 2023, and most credit cards, so it provided an economical way to accept credit card payments at a self-serve carwash.

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Eventually, bill acceptors were added to the meter bay door and then credit card readers. Since some of the first credit card readers were “a little pricey,” some operators would opt for only one or two bays to accept credit cards, McCarty explains. Operators would monitor the performance and hold down associated costs. With new, affordable credit card acceptance systems, operators can economically add credit in card acceptance to their self-serve recently the devastation bays, vending machines, vacuums, etc.

Hawaii. All insurance carriers – even the ones with their largest EVEN MORE ADD-ONS footprint in the car wash space The most popular add-on service equipment for self– insure all kinds of different serve locations is tire states. shiners and air dryers, according to businesses in various McCarty.

Tire shiner equipment can be added in a bay or When a carrier faces extreme on a vacuum station.

One reason tire shine is a popular loss-pressure they take on add-on service is because the results are immediately higher rates, and those increases visible.

There is their nothing are spread across entirelike rubbing the pad on the tires of and seeing that rich,andark finish; it truly accents pool risk.

In some cases, a clean vehicle. insurance carrier Air maydryers decide in the bay are increasing in popularity because they finally give self-serve customers to get off certain risks or pull the of opportunity to air dry a vehicle.

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The creditInsurance card systems that The Micro Perspective Commercial utilize loyalty or gift card options offer customers payment In addition to the external factors impacting the insurance flexibility. They can use these loyalty or gift cards in many different ways and on multiple pieces of equipment at the

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markets, a lot of cost / coverage determinations come from the specific risks of your business. Geographic location, of course, but also property specs (building age, construction type), revenues and payrolls (revenues are what the liability rates are based on, payrolls for workers compensation and other coverages), safety programs, and then obviously loss history – looking at severity, frequency, and type of loss. Insurance carriers look at 3–5-year loss history for established businesses. A car wash that is historically loss free but has one major “shock loss” (ex: pipe burst / water damage from a freeze) will be reviewed differently than a car wash that has multiple garagekeepers claims (ex: damage to a customer’s vehicle) within a short amount of time. It’s important to consult with your broker prior to filing a claim in every situation to determine if that’s the best action plan. Many liability and garagekeepers claims have a deductible to meet, and small claims underneath that deductible – which would be closed as a “zero paid” claim – do factor into frequency.

Should I shop my insurance every year?

Naturally you want to ensure you get the best rate but shopping your insurance program every year is usually not the solution. Like many industries the insurance markets are overworked and exhausted and will only put their best foot forward on a submission that 1) they do not see frequently 2) has favorable loss history and 3) is a viable opportunity. If an insurance market has seen your submission several years in a row – especially from multiple brokers – they can decline simply because they don’t feel there’s an opportunity to actually earn the business. In a lot of cases if you’ve been with the same insurance carrier for 5+ years you could be grandfathered into an older program with more level rates compared to newcomers.

At the end of the day, it’s vital to work with a trusted insurance broker for advice and transparency. If you don’t already make a point to schedule midyear reviews with your broker to get an overview of the current marketplace and expectations for renewal time. Depending on the state of the marketplace, and how your losses or trending, you can make a strategic gameplan when the best times are to remarket your insurance program.

- Michael McCann, Commercial Risk Advisor, AssuredPartners

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Boasting dual, 205’, high-speed conveyors, fed by 6 pay station lanes with 40 vacuum stalls spread over 2.5 acres, this location can wash over 3,500 cars a day. As you approach the wash you will notice the “Big Blue Wall” and steel structure that give the building its unique and impactful appearance.

In an industry that is becoming ever more consolidated and standardized we are proud to have a location that breaks the mold and stands out from the rest.

Aside from washing high volume, this store also hosts our annual Haunted Tunnel during the month of October, where team members from surrounding locations get to participate over multiple nights to help raise money for a good cause and provide a unique experience for our guests.

The Wiggy Wash team is excited to be a stop on this year’s tour and will be happy to answer questions about the wash.

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Mister Car Wash West Jordan, UT Mister Car Wash® in West Jordan is a 130-foot single tunnel express. There are 2 members lanes and 1 retail lane. The location offers free vacuum stalls. This was the 16th site for Mister Car Wash in Utah, built in August 2021.

Mister Car Wash is the largest car wash operator in North America, operating 454 locations nationwide and washing more than 75 million cars annually. We use the latest technology to provide the best car wash experience and our tunnels provide a theater-like show that highlights each of our industry leading services. Our systems are designed to be environmentally friendly with water conservation in mind. Our people are what make us successful and allow us to achieve these high standards.

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Tagg-N-Go Car Wash

Eagle Mountain, UT

Tagg-N-Go Car Wash #12 location is located in Eagle Mountain on Ranches Parkway. This store opened in October of 2022, and was the second tunnel car wash in this growing town.

Their expansion into Northern Utah in 2022 directly aligns with their goal to “inspire opportunity and create unity” between employees and the communities they serve.

Tagg-N-Go is very involved in community events at all their locations, this one specifically they have already been involved in its first year in the big local professional rodeo, multiple parades, school events, city movie nights, and public speaking opportunities with the public schools and chamber of commerce.

Our Eagle Mountain location is a 150-foot tunnel with Motor City Wash Equipment and controls, Washify pay stations, and Vacutech vacuums. As Ranches Parkway continues to grow as part of the master planned commercial in this part of the community, with a Neighborhood Wal-Mart just approved across the highway with over a 210,000 square foot building, Tagg-N-Go is positioned to handle the capacity that the increased traffic will bring.

Rocket Express Car Wash South Jordan, UT

Rocket Express Car Wash (rocketexpress.com) is an industry leading express tunnel car wash serving customers in Idaho and Utah with five (5) mega car wash locations.

Rocket Express uses a proprietary tunnel wash system with the industry’s longest most durable conveyors to reveal a sparkling clean, shiny, dry vehicle in under 4 minutes. The signature wave goodbye from the Rocket team, exclusive Unlimited Wash Club member-only lanes and a focused approach to excellence has earned the brand and its locations awards across both states.

Rocket Express tunnel features in South Jordan include: • 250-foot express tunnel• 5 mat washers one of the longest tunnels • 4 pay lanes and dedicated member-only lane in the area!

• 33 vacuum stalls • DRB POS pay stations The Rocket company culture is focused on its people, its customers, and the environment. Rocket’s goal is to lead with integrity, prioritize its team and its customers, and respect the environment through use of recycled water, solar energy and only the safest cleaning products. Rocket Express is part of the ZIPS Car Wash family of express car wash brands. ZIPS Car Wash offers express car wash services across 25 states at over 280 locations.

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BUSINESS IMMIGRATION LABOR August business immigration updates from Monty & Ramirez, LLP.

Temporary Increase of Automatic Employment Authorization Extension Period Ends in October In May 2022, USCIS temporarily increased the automatic extension period applicable to expiring EADS from 180 days to up to 540 days. This automatic extension increase will expire on October 26, 2023. Any I-765 filed after this date, will only be eligible for an automatic extension of up to 180 days.

USCIS Conducted a Second Random Selection from Previously Submitted FY2024 H-1B Cap Registrations On July 27, USCIS announced that it will need to select additional registrations from previously submitted H-1B registrations to reach the FY2024 cap. They completed the second selection on July 31, 2023. USCIS conducted its first random selection in March for the FY2024 H-1B Cap. USCIS announced that they selected 77,600 registrations in the second selection and have notified all prospective petitioners. The FY2024 H-1B registration selection is now at 188,400 selected petitions.

The American Immigration Council and Partners File Complaint Challenging Florida’s Anti-Immigration Law The lawsuit focuses on Florida’s SB 1718. This bill amends penalties for an employer’s noncompliance to register and use the E-Verify system, including imposing a daily fine of $1,000 and allowing for the suspension of employer licenses. It also creates penalties for employers who employ immigrants who are unauthorized for work, including quarterly reporting and suspension or revocation of employer licenses. The Council filed the complaint on behalf of the Farmworker Association of Florida. The complaint states that it is unconstitutional for a state to unilaterally regulate federal immigration and that the law will subject people and businesses to punishment without fair notice.

USCIS is Publishing a Revised Form I-9 On August 1, USCIS published a revised version of Form I-9, Employment Verification. The updates in the Revised Form I-9 include:

• Reducing Section 1 and 2 to a single-sided sheet • Easier access on tablets and mobile devices • Moving the Section 1 Preparer/Translator Certification area to a separate, standalone supplement that employers can provide to employees when necessary

• Moving Section 3, Reverification and Rehire, to a

standalone supplement that employers can print if or when rehire occurs or reverification is required

• Revising the Lists of

Acceptable Documents page to include some acceptable receipts as well as guidance and links to information on automatic extensions of employment authorization documentation

• Reducing Form instructions from 15 pages to 8 pages

• A checkbox for employers

using the E-Verify option to remotely examine their employee’s identity and employment authorization documents

Employers may only use the current Form I-9 (edition date 10/21/19) through October 31. Starting November 1, 2023, all employers must use the new Form I-9.

USCIS is Allowing Employers to Remotely Examine Employee Documents USCIS is now allowing employers to examine employee’s identity and employment authorization documents remotely instead of in-person through the E-Verify program. To participate, an employer must be in good standing, examine and retain copies of all documents, conduct a live video interaction with the employee, and create an E-Verify case if the employee is a new hire.

An employer is in good standing once they enroll in the E-Verify program and comply with all requirements of the program. Employers can enroll in the E-Verify program at https://www.e-verify.gov/employers/enrolling-in-e-verify.

Department of Labor’s New Adverse Effect Wage Rate Facing a Lawsuit and Challenges On February 28, the Department of Labor published a final rule establishing a new methodology for determining hourly Adverse Effect Wage Rates (AEWR) for temporary labor certification in the H-2A program. This new methodology has caused some states to experience increases in AEWRs by more than 10%. Many critics of this new methodology argue that the DOL ignored input from the agricultural community and that instead of increasing consistency, the new methodology only harms small farmers disproportionately.

In light of this criticism, the DOL is facing a lawsuit and 2 congressional challenges. On April 21, the National Council of Agricultural Employers filed a lawsuit and motion for a preliminary injunction against the DOL for their new AEWR regulation. The judge has not granted an injunction, but the lawsuit has not been dismissed. On March 16, Senator Ossoff of Georgia and Senator Tillis of North Carolina introduced the “Farm Operations Support ADVANTAGE 27

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From it was before regulation. On April 25, 2023, automated pay stations to modern wash media to effective Representative Ralph Norman introduced a resolution of drying systems, the pace of technical advancement disapproval opposing the DOLs AEWR regulation.

The has resolution currently has the support of 69 co-sponsors in been astounding. the House of Representatives and 26has co-sponsors the This continued development created in across-theSenate and was referred to the House Judiciary Committee. board change in the car care industry. Speed is king, and The lawsuit and the challenges are still ongoing, and we wash cycle speeds have surged as daily vehicle counts will provide updates as they occur. have climbed. But, this process of acceleration also ushered USCIS is Updating the Receipt Process for Form I-129S in the expectation of new services and improved wash On August 3, 2023, when filing results.

Now, both USCIS tight announced timing andthat effective operation Form I-129S, Nonimmigrant Petition Based on Blanket have become important for every wash cycle performed.

L Petition, together with Form I-129, Petition for a To maintain pace in this hyper-competitive market, Nonimmigrant Worker, the petitioner will receive a every owner mustnotice stayforcurrent onI-129S, the which capabilities separate approval the Form serves of today’s carwash control systems.

Often called “brain” as the endorsement.

In the past, petitioners wouldthe receive a stamped and signed Form I-129S in conjunction with the of the modern carwash, these carwash controllers connect Form I-129 approval. the different phases of automated operation. Wash equipment, business systems, HR serve functions and that more The Form I-129s approval notice will as evidence a USCIS officerand has determined the beneficiary eligible communicate share information.

Onlyisby learning for L-1this status based on an approved blanket L industry petition best about technology and implementing and constitutes an endorsement of Form I-129S. A copy of practices can a carwash owner hope to ensure dependable that notice will also be provided to the beneficiary to be and profitable operation. included in their visa and/or admission paper.

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New Fields of Study Eligible for STEM Designated these important factors are generated by the best integrated Degrees

controller and management systems.

On July theof Department of Homeland Security (DHS)moving The12,list ways a controller keeps a carwash issued an update to their STEM Designated fields of study is impressive. Model controllers across the industry have from the list. DHS is updating this list and will continue very efficient abilities that allow bumper-to-bumper to update this list by accepting and considering additions providing precise results.members Bath points orwashing deletions while from interested parties, including of out that newThese controllers do this bycan allowing different types of the public. interested parties nominate fields of automation, like raising the roller, to maintain a regular study for potential inclusion on or removal from the STEM flow vehicles. list.

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KEEP IT MOVING This change is meant to provide petitioners with quicker,

more organized, and more secure processing of Form notes Brian Bath with Innovative Control Systems I-129S, by eliminating the need for USCIS to print, stamp, that the newest carwash controllers allow vehicles to be sign, and annotate the paper form. processed faster than ever before. High-volume express

20-plus vacuum spaces have pushed up speeds and • Landscape Architecture – CIPreally Code 04.0601 profits across the board.

• Institutional Research – CIP Code 13.0608 Overall, carwash tunnel controllers help operators dial • Mechatronics, Robotics, andaAutomation in their profits and provide clean, dry Engineering and shiny vehicle, Technology/Technician – CIP Code 15.0407 according to Todd Davy, senior vice president of sales for • Composite Materials – CIP DRB Systems.

Other Technology/Technician advances that modern technology Code 15.0617 allows are integration of a controller and a point-of-sale (POS) system. this end, the controller • Linguistics andTo Computer Science – CIP Codecommunicates 30.4801 with the POS system to make sure every customer receives • Developmental and Adolescent Psychology – CIP Code the42.2710 wash services for which he or she paid.

Time-wasting and costly rewashes can become a • Geospatial Intelligence – CIP Code 43.0407 problem if a vehicle receives the wrong services. Modern • Demography andwith Population Studies –to45.0501 controllers work other systems address this issue.

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GAS VS. ELECTRIC PERSPECTIVE Compare the real costs before you buy your next car.

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But the financial picture becomes muddy when you add up all the costs of vehicle ownership. Much depends on which EV is selected and how it’s driven. The cost of owning a new vehicle driven 15,000 miles or more annually - EV or gas-powered exceeds $10,000 per year, according to AAA. So owning a new car can have a big effect on your household budget for years. Here are the financial pros and cons of EVs versus internal-combustion engine vehicles...

Purchase Price. Tesla recently slashed prices on certain models, but EVs still tend to have substantially higher purchase prices than comparable gas- powered vehicles.

You may have heard that EV sticker prices average around $10,000 more than those of gas- powered vehicles, but that somewhat understates the price gap. For a more realistic gauge of the EV price premium, consider the sticker prices of vehicles that are offered in both EV and internalcombustion versions. Examples: The Hyundai Kona starts at $22,140, while the electric version of the Kona starts at $33,500. The Ford F-150 pickup starts around $33,500, while the EV version-the F-150 Lightning-starts at around $58,000.

Conclusion: There is a price gap north of $11,000 for a small economy-minded vehicle...and that can climb to more than $20,000 in pricier vehicle segments.

Advantage: Internal combustion.

EV tax credits. An EV federal tax credit of up to $7,500 has historically helped keep the purchase prices of EVs relatively close to those of comparable internal-combustion vehicles - but new rules make the credits difficult to obtain.

To qualify for the credit: The EV must have an MSRP at or below $55,000, or $80,000 for an SUV or truck...and be assembled in North America. The buyer’s modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) must not exceed $300,000 if he/she files a joint tax return or as a surviving spouse...or $225,000 if he files as head of household...or $150,000 if he files as an individual.

Also: The EV battery plays a major role in determining how much of a tax credit you can get. First, if 40% of the minerals contained in the battery were sourced from or processed in North America or a country with a free-trade agreement with the US, then it is eligible for a credit of $3,750. Secondly, if at least 50% of the battery is manufactured or assembled in North America, it is also eligible for a credit of $3,750.

For both credits, the requirements for minimum percentage of minerals and percentage of assembly/ manufacture will increase annually.

Automakers inevitably will shift EV assembly and battery construction to the US to comply with these new rules, but that won’t happen overnight. That means many EVs don’t currently qualify. The safest way to confirm that an EV qualifies for tax credits is to enter its vehicle identification number (VIN) into the US Department of Energy tool set up for this purpose AFDC.energy. gov/laws/electric-vehiclesfor-tax-credit. Advantage: EVs, but only certain ones.

Electricity and gas. It usually costs significantly less to charge up an EV than it does to gas up a vehicle with an internal-combustion engine. The size of this per-mile EV savings is difficult to calculate because it varies dramatically based on the current prices of gas and electricity...the efficiency of the vehicles...and how aggressively those vehicles are driven. Rule of thumb: Per-mile costs tend to be two to three times higher with gas, and that can add up to annual savings somewhere in the neighborhood of $1,500 per year for the typical EV at current gas prices.

But: EV owners who frequently use public chargers and/or who live in states that have high electricity costs typically save much less. EV per-mile savings usually are calculated based on average US electricity rates of around 15 cents per kilowatt hour - but electricity rates have recently been above 20 cents per kilowatt hour in Alaska, California, Hawaii, New York and across New England, though lower rates might be available if charging is done during off-peak overnight hours.

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do the vast majority of their charging at home, but this is a consideration for anyone who anticipates frequent public charger use.

Also: EV buyers who plan to charge their cars at home should remember to factor in the onetime cost of having a charging system installed in the garage. That can cost anywhere from several hundred dollars up to $2,000 or more.

Advantage: EVs...but the size of this win varies more than EV buyers realize.

Financing. Because EVs tend to have significantly higher sticker prices than comparable internal-combustion engine vehicles, most buyers must finance a larger portion of the purchase. That can be costly at today’s steep interest rates-- as of early 2023, the typical new-car auto loan had an interest rate of around 6.5%, and many car buyers now have monthly payments above $1,000.

Advantage: Internal combustion.

Depreciation. EVs lose value faster than internalcombustion vehicles for several reasons-used-car shoppers typically are looking for a deal rather than to make a statement or keep up with the latest EV tech...the technology has been changing so quickly that used EVs can have outdated features or poor range compared with new EVs that can be leased...until this year, there had been no incentives for used EVs...and buyers may be concerned about how long an EV battery lasts.

According to a study by iSeeCars, the average new vehicle lost about 33% of value over its first five years on the road... the average EV lost 44%. That extra 11 percentage points of deprecia- tion can represent a significant chunk of money when it comes time to sell.

The EV depreciation gap may narrow in the years ahead.

One reason why it exists is that EV tax credits have historically been available for only new EVs, pushing buyers away from used ones. Starting this year, credits of up to $4,000 are available on used EVs. But: Those credits are only for used EVs priced below $25,000 and purchased through “licensed dealers,” so many won’t qualify.

Advantage: Internal combustion.

Maintenance and repairs. EVs require less maintenance than conventional vehicles because they have fewer moving parts, there are no oil changes or spark plug changes, for example. Fewer moving parts also tends to mean fewer repairs over the life of an EV. One study by Consumer Reports estimated lifetime repair and maintenance costs for an EV at $4,600, half the $9,200 for a vehicle with an internal-combustion engine. One reason to have confidence that repair costs will indeed be lower with an EV: Federal regulations require that automaker warranties cover EV batteries for at least eight years/100,000 miles, and some states and automakers extend that further. Warranties on conventional vehicles’ powertrains expire after five years/60,000 miles. These battery warranties are a big deal a replacement battery can cost from $5,000 to more than $20,000, so the cost of replacing an EV’s battery is the

biggest maintenance risk.

Advantage: EVs. Insurance. EVs generally cost more to insure than comparable gas-powered vehicles. Repair bills tend to be higher when EVs are in accidents due to pricier replacement parts. When an EV’s battery pack is damaged in an accident, the replacement cost often is so steep that insurers must declare the vehicle totaled. That means insurers charge more for coverage. According to one estimate by Forbes, EV owners pay an average of $100 extra per year for comparable coverage.

Advantage: Internal combustion.

Taxes and fees. Many states impose an annual EV tax or fee to make up for the gas taxes that EV owners don’t pay. This charge is typically lumped in with other annual vehicle registration fees, but it can be anywhere from $50 to $200 per year. States imposing these taxes include California, Colorado, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, North Carolina, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, Washington and Wisconsin. More states could impose them in the years ahead.

Advantage: Internal combustion. It’s tempting to call this an EV advantage after all, all owners of gas-powered vehicles pay gas taxes each time they fill their tank, while EV owners pay taxes only in certain states. But since those taxes are built into the electric-versus-gas per-mile costs, internal combustion gets the win.

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