April 2008 CBA/Tar River Basin Chapter Issue 3
MEETINGS held 1st & 3rd Wednesdays
Social Meetings will be held @ different locations each month.
April 2nd Social will be @ Pizza Inn Ward Blvd, Wilson @ 7pm
** Feel free to bring a guest
April 16th Fat Boys, Stantonsburg @ 7pm
** Light Meal provided
LEGISLATIVE CORNER:
Big Brother: In your wallet, in more ways than one.
By the year 2013 hundreds of millions of Americans will be required to carry new digital ID cards. The new law, passed by Congress as an amendment to a military spending bill (which means, it was not debated on its own merits), was signed into law in 2005 and is commonly known as, The Real ID Act. New regulations prepared by DC bureaucrats (who are as trustworthy as those folks at NHTSA and the EPA) were released this past Thursday.
Among the mandates of the new regulations, (which are not final and subject to a public comment period), are:
? Real ID cards must include all drivers' home addresses and other personal information printed on the front and in a two-dimensional barcode on the back. The barcode will not be encrypted because of "operational complexity," which means that businesses like bars and banks that require ID would be capable of scanning and recording customers' home addresses.
? Homeland Security is considering standardizing a "unique design or color for Real ID licenses," which would effectively create a uniform national ID card. A radio frequency identification (RFID) using vicinity tag technology is also under consideration by our friends and neighbors in the Homeland Security Office.
? Residents of individual states who do not submit their plan for compliance will not be able to use IDs to board planes or enter federal buildings starting on May 11, 2008. The draft regulations require states to certify that they're on the path toward full compliance with the Real ID Act no later than December 31, 2009.
If carrying "Big Brother around in your wallet doesn't bother you, maybe you should consider how much of your tax dollars will be spent at the state and federal level or the increased cost of individual citizen license fees.
The National Conference of State Legislatures and other state groups estimated last year that states will have to spend more than $11 billion. But Homeland Security says the total cost--including the cost to individuals--will be $23.1 billion over a 10-year period.
For more info on this article go to:
www.cba-abatenc.org/legislative_updates.htm
HEALTH CORNER:
The following members have had health issues this month. Lets keep them in our thoughts and prayers. Peanut Evans (3-2-08), Melissa Stoddard (3-5-08), Jersey Jantzen (3-7-08) and Donna Evans(3-13-08). Get well soon.
Health Tip:
Move More
Make it a daily challenge to find ways to move your body. Climb stairs if given a choice between that and escalators or elevators. Walk your dog; chase your kids; toss balls with friends, mow the lawn. Anything that moves your limbs is not only a fitness tool, it's a stress buster. Think 'move' in small increments of time. It doesn't have to be an hour in the gym or a 45-minute aerobic dance class or tai chi or kickboxing. But that's great when you're up to it. Meanwhile, move more. Thought for the day: Cha, Cha, Cha.. Then do it!
A SPECIAL THANKS TO: Bobby Pittman's Ramp Feb 9th
A special thanks to Ronnie's Truck Service for the use of their roll back truck and their driver John for taking time to help move the ramp. Without the truck and driver it would have been a difficult move. Also, thanks to Bobby Briggs Construction for his knowledge and tools making this project go together smoothly.
BIRTHDAY REGONITIONS
:
April 5th Mary Joyner
April 7th Kelly Pearson, Debbie Gutherie
April 11th Rhonda Davis
April 24th Donna Evans
UP-COMING EVENTS:
April 5th Firestone Car & Bike Show
April 12th&13th State Meeting in Asheboro Contact Jesse if
interested in participating
April 26th Carolina Billiards Iron Ass Run
Coming up events in May: Myrtle Beach, CBA Poker Run and Gun Raffle, The Wall Ride "Plan ahead so you can ride with us" We have a GREAT time..
WINNERS AND LOSERS:
Had Robby Holland of Lucama been present at the meeting he would have won the attendance prize of $73.00 This money will now roll over to the April 16th drawing.
Winner of the Downrider Fund Raffle was Jim Loper of Goldsboro. He donated his share of 29.50 back to the fund.
New Members of Tar River Basin Chapter:
Jamie Farnell of Goldsboro
Riddle Me This..
Four men were in a boat on the lake. The boat turns over, and all four men sink to the bottom of the lake, yet not a single man got wet! Why?
Answer at the April 16th meeting
Motorcycle Safety Tip:
Be visible:
? Remember that motorists often have trouble seeing motorcycles and reacting in time.
? Make sure your headlight works and is on day and night.
? Use reflective strips or decals on your clothing and on your motorcycle.
? Be aware of the blind spots cars and trucks have.
? Flash your brake light when you are slowing down and before stopping.
? If a motorist doesn't see you, don't be afraid to use your horn.
Dress for safety:
? Wear a quality helmet and eye protection.
? Wear bright clothing and a light-colored helmet.
? Wear leather or other thick, protective clothing.
? Choose long sleeves and pants, over-the-ankle boots, and gloves.
? Remember - the only thing between you and the road is your protective gear.
Apply effective mental strategies:
? Constantly search the road for changing conditions. Use MSF's Search, Evaluate, Execute strategy (SEESM) to increase time and space safety margins.
? Give yourself space and time to respond to other motorists' actions.
? Give other motorists time and space to respond to you.
? Use lane positioning to be seen; ride in the part of a lane where you are most visible.
? Watch for turning vehicles.
? Signal your next move in advance.
? Avoid weaving between lanes.
? Pretend you're invisible, and ride extra defensively.
? Don't ride when you are tired or under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.
? Know and follow the rules of the road, and stick to the speed limit.
Remember: Give yourself space. People driving cars often just don't see motorcycles. Even when drivers do see you, chances are they've never been on a motorcycle and can't properly judge your speed.
If you have an Up-coming event, new family member, birthday or story you would like to add please email me at burk40 @ embarqmail.com
Fat Boys will be closed from April 6-13, 2008 for a spring clean-up of the bar. He will be open for our meeting on April 16th.
The following members renewals are coming up in April. Please contact Sue at 236-1157 or Linda at 919-778-0049 to renew. If you know these members please remind them of their dues.
April Renewals:
Austin Hardman 4-5-08
Darrell & Barbara Crowder 4-4-08
Steve Cashion 4-7-08
Bryan & Rebecca Gardner 4-14-08
Robby Holland 4-14-08
March Renewals:
Margaret Summerlin 3-03-08
Sandra Lamm Hogue 3-16-08
Thomas Hogue 3-16-08
Don and Laura Scurry 3-16-08
February Renewals:
Lee Craft 2-17-08
Neil Wilson 2-17-08
Dennis Thorne 2-17-08
Pierre Samson 2-17-08
James Gates 2-17-08
Gary and Selina Rubbert 2-28-08
Dwight Cooper 2-28-08
