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SEPTEMBER 16, 2009
IN THIS ISSUE
 DEALER NEWS & INFORMATION
– Automotive News at a Glance
REGULATORY & LEGAL UPDATES
– More Clarifications on Rental Car Daily Fee ("Tax")
– Motor Vehicle Dealer Board - New Members Appointed & Latest Wheels
– Guest Column: Investigating Claims of Harassment
– Auto Industry Division Closed For State Mandatory Furlough Days
LEGISLATIVE UPDATE
– Transportation Legislation Review Committee Meeting Today at the Capitol
– CADA Grassroots Meetings Being Scheduled Daily
– Impressive Turnout for Fundraising Breakfast for Rep. Steve King (R- Grand Junction)
– CADA Looking for Intern
UPCOMING SEMINARS
– Upcoming Seminars
– Colorado Springs, Performance Documentation Skills For Supervisors
– Denver, Performance Documentation Skills For Supervisors
– Unclaimed Property 101: The Essentials of Reporting & Compliance
– CADA Regional Member Briefings!
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
– Upcoming Events
– CADA Regional Member Briefings
– MDADA Annual Membership Meeting/CADA Regional Meeting
– NADA Convention and Exposition
– Denver Auto Show
– CADA 2010 Annual Golf Tournament
DEALER MILESTONES,
HIGHLIGHTS & TRANSITIONS
–Anna Rose Kogel Passes Away
–Share Your Accomplishments
THE AFTERFACT
–All the News That's Fit to Email!
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AUTOMOTIVE NEWS AT A GLANCE
Listed here are several articles pertaining to the
auto industry in general that appeared recently in newspapers and other media outlets across the nation.
MORE CLARIFICATIONS ON RENTAL CAR DAILY FEE ("TAX")
There is still confusion about the daily rental car fee – below is a further response/clarification from the Department of Revenue Taxpayer Services Division.
Basically whenever a charge is made for the use of the vehicle, it is subject to the daily rental fee from whoever is paying the charge.
No third-party Rental (Dealer ‘rents’ own car)
There is some confusion about vehicles provided at no charge to customers when their car is in the dealer for repair. The customer is not charged the new vehicle daily rental fee since they had complimentary use of the vehicle. However, if the dealer submits a claim to the manufacturer for this use, the dealer should charge the manufacturer the $2 daily rental fee on the invoice. If the dealer is billing the manufacturer for the rental, the $2 fee is due from the manufacturer, since they are paying. Caps put in place by the manufacturer do not negate the fee.
With a third-party rental (for example, Enterprise Rent-a-car)
Likewise, if the dealer has obtained this vehicle from a rental agency, the rental agency must charge the $2 daily rental fee on their invoice to the dealer. For example, if a dealer rents from Enterprise, then Enterprise would charge the daily rental fee. If the dealer subsequently makes a claim with the factory, the money coming from the manufacturer in this case is simply a reimbursement, not the actual rental, and the rental fee would not be charged again. Only Enterprise would charge the daily rental fee in this scenario. Caps put in place by the manufacturer do not negate the fee.
Additionally, below is the filing form for remitting this tax:
DR 1777 (06/26/09) Vehicle Daily Rental Fee Return
Please visit the June 24th & July 8th publications of the Open Road for more information.
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MOTOR VEHICLE DEALER BOARD - NEW MEMBERS APPOINTED & LATEST WHEELS
The governor has made new appointments to the Motor Vehicle Dealer Board. Congratulations, and thank you to these members for taking on this responsibility to the industry:
- Beau Smith of Sill-TerHar Motors, Inc. in Broomfield has just been appointed as a new motor vehicle dealer member to fill a vacant position.
- Scott Ehrlich of Ehrlich Motors was appointed earlier this summer.
The Governor has also re-appointed the following:
- John Medved, new motor vehicle dealer.
- Philip Harris, used motor vehicle dealer.
- Eva Wilson, member of the public.
The June issue of Wheels has further information on other recent appointments and Division news.
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GUEST COLUMN: INVESTIGATING CLAIMS OF HARASSMENT
By John Donovan, Fisher & Phillips LLP
Your human resources director has brought you a tough one: one of your sales employees has complained that her Sales Manager harassed her sexually, and had made disparaging racial remarks about a customer. You’re stunned because the manager has been a good performer, generating good numbers and seems like a real straight arrow guy. What do you do?
CLICK HERE to read the entire article.
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AUTO INDUSTRY DIVISION CLOSED FOR STATE MANDATORY FURLOUGH DAYS
Please be advised that the division (as well as other state offices) will be closed to observe mandatory furlough days. Governor Ritter announced these furlough days due to state budget woes:
September 8, 2009
October 9, 2009
November 27, 2009
December 31, 2009
Business will resume the next business day.
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If you have questions on any legal or regulatory topic, please contact:
DISCLAIMER: CADA is not authorized to dispense legal advice.The information contained in this weekly email is intended to provide important updates and reminders regarding statutes, litigation, and regulations. CADA always advises that dealers should consult legal counsel on the specifics of any laws or regulations to ensure proper compliance
 
TRANSPORTATION LEGISLATION REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING TODAY AT THE CAPITOL
As part of HB 1230, passed at the urging of CADA during he 2009 legislative session, the Transportation Legislation Review Committee is currently meeting today at the Capitol. Topics of discussion include sales tax discrepancies in the state maintained sales tax database. To view today’s meeting agenda, please click here.
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CADA GRASSROOTS MEETINGS BEING SCHEDULED DAILY
In large part, CADA’s legislative success is due to the active and meaningful participation of our member dealers in grassroots activism. We are in the process of scheduling 28 meetings across Colorado between now and when the General Assembly convenes for the 2010 Session on January 13th. To see a current list of the meetings we have confirmed, please click here and RSVP to Lauren Stadler at lauren.stadler@coloradodealers.org if you plan to attend. We can’t wait to see you at these very important and educational meetings!
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IMPRESSIVE TURNOUT FOR FUNDRAISING BREAKFAST FOR REP. STEVE KING (R- GRAND JUNCTION)
Last Friday morning, CADA hosted a fundraising breakfast in Grand Junction for Rep. Steve King (R-Grand Junction). At least 10 dealers turned out for this fantastic event and Rep. King was thrilled at the response by dealers. Rep. King is running for the Senate seat being vacated by Sen. Josh Penry (R-Grand Junction) in 2010. Thanks and appreciation goes out to all of our Grand Junction member dealers who participated.
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CADA LOOKING FOR INTERN
Calling all students! Do you know a college student who wants to learn more about the automotive industry? Do you know a student who wants to spend time at the Capitol and learn how laws are passed? Do you know a student who would enjoy attending live tapings of media events? Then contact us!! CADA is seeking one intern for the summer and one for the legislative session, which begins in January. Please send all resumes to melissa.kuipers@coloradodealers.org and tim.jackson@coloradodealers.org by no later than Monday, September 21. Please ask respondents to provide hours and availability for the Fall semester.
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Questions or Comments? Please contact:
PERFORMANCE DOCUMENTATION SKILLS FOR SUPERVISORS
Your best defense against employment-related lawsuits
Presented by Michael D. Johnson, an Employment Lawyer with Mountain States Employers Councel (MSEC), Colorado Springs Session, and Tina Harkness, Staff attorney with MSEC, Employment Law Services Department, Denver Session.
This seminar will be held at two convenient locations!
COLORADO SPRINGS
Monday, September 21, 2009 (Lunch included)
Noon to 3:30 p.m.
MSEC Training Center
6385 Corporate Drive
Suite 302
CO Springs, 80919
CLICK HERE for a registration form and more information on our Colorado Springs session!
DENVER
Tuesday, September 22, 2009 (Breakfast included)
8:30 a.m. to Noon
William D. Barrow Building
CADA Offices
290 East Speer Blvd., Denver
CLICK HERE for a registration form and more information on our Denver session!
Objective:
To provide managers and supervisors with the critical skills necessary to effectively manage and evaluate employee performance. Participants will learn a performance documentation process and understand its importance in preventing legal claims. Using proven documentation techniques, participants will practice writing and maintaining job-related employee performance documentation. The seminar will focus on how the current legal climate affects supervision, as well as the "how-to's" of documenting employee actions.
Highlights of topics included:
- Why documentation helps prevent legal claims
- How to document behaviors, not people
- Learn an effective documentation technique
- Participate in typical situations that require documentation
CLICK HERE for a registration form and more information
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| Event Description |
Date/Time |
Location |
Performance Documentation Skills For Supervisors
Colorado Springs
Presented by Michael D. Johnson, an Employment Lawyer with Mountain States Employers Councel (MSEC) |
Monday, September 21, 2009
(Lunch included)
Noon to 3:30 p.m. |
MSEC Training Center
6385 Corporate Drive
Suite 302
CO Springs, 80919
Click here for a registration form and more information |
Performance Documentation Skills For Supervisors
Denver
Presented by Tina Harkness, Staff attorney with Mountain States Employers Council (MSEC), Employment Law Services Department |
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
(Breakfast included)
8:30 a.m. to Noon |
William D. Barrow Building
CADA Offices
290 East Speer Blvd., Denver
Click here for a registration form and more information |
Unclaimed Property 101: The Essentials of Reporting & Compliance
Webinar |
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM EDT |
Click here to register online |
Employment Law WEBINAR:
Reducing Lawsuit Risks of Terminations and Staff Reductions
By Todd Fredrickson, top Denver employment attorney, Fisher & Phillips, LLP
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Archive of this webinar can be viewed any time |
Session was completed June 18, 2009
Click here for a registration form and more information (login information and slides provided upon registration)
-Includes detailed Q &A by those linked in on June 18th
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CADA Virtual Seminar: Employer Requirements for New COBRA Subsidy
Speaker: Penny Wofford, Ford & Harrison LLP
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Archive of this webinar can be viewed any time
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Click here for a registration form and more information (login information and slides provided upon registration)
Session was completed April 7, 2009
-Includes detailed Q &A by those linked in on April 7th
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| Event Description |
Date/Time |
Location |
CADA Regional Member Briefings
- FULL LIST of location dates and times |
Eleven meetings for dealers across Colorado |
For more information www.coloradodealers.org/regionals
Attendees can register through CADA via Phone: 303.457.5123, FAX: 303.831.9100, or E-mail: rsvp@coloradodealers.org
* Please note different RSVP
for Colorado Springs and
Pueblo meetings. |
MDADA Annual Membership Meeting/CADA Regional Meeting
Denver |
Tuesday, Dec. 1
11 a.m.- Lunch Meeting (General Session)
Plan to arrive by 10:45 a.m. |
JW Marriott Denver at Cherry Creek
150 Clayton Lane
Denver 80206
Attendees can register through CADA via Phone: 303.457.5123, FAX: 303.831.9100, or E-mail: rsvp@coloradodealers.org
Complimentary valet parking
CLICK HERE to register online! |
| NADA Convention & Exposition |
Feb. 13-15, 2010 |
Orange County Convention Center, Orlando FL
CLICK HERE for more information from the official website. |
Denver Auto Show
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Wednesday, April 7, 2010
thru
Sunday, April 11, 2010 |
Colorado Convention Center
700 14th Street Denver 80202
CLICK HERE for more information. |
CADA 2010 Annual Golf Tournament
SAVE THE DATE! |
August 23, 2010
11:00am-11:45am Registration/Practice
12:00 Noon – Shotgun Start |
Lakewood Country Club
6800 W. 10th Avenue
Lakewood, CO 80214 |
ANNA ROSE KOGEL PASSES AWAY
The Colorado Automobile Dealers Association would like to express their deepest condolences to longtime employee Robert “Bob” Kogel on the loss of his wife Anna Rose Kogel. Anna lost her battle with Leukemia on Sunday, September 6th. Click here to learn more about Anna.
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LET US KNOW ABOUT YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS!
Have you or anyone else at your dealership won an award recently? Have you or your dealership provided any outstanding community service? We want to recognize such accomplishments. Please send us a brief write-up of the award or event along with any other information to milestones@coloradodealers.org. Also include your contact information for further follow-up.
THE AFTERFACT
- New fuel standard rolls in at 34.1 mpg
The Detroit News, September 16
Plan estimated to cost automakers $60B over five years
- Dominance of electrics sparks car talk; Renault has 4
The Detroit News, September 16
France's Renault SA stole the spotlight at the Frankfurt Motor Show, unveiling four electric cars and pledging to bring them to market at affordable prices within three years.
- Obama hails recovery efforts in visit to GM plant
The Detroit News, September 16
President Barack Obama visited a General Motors Co. automobile assembly plant Tuesday hard hit by the industry downturn and hailed economic recovery efforts that will put more than 1,000 workers here back on the job next month.
- Private jets for auto execs? Not anymore
Detroit Free Press, September 16
Detroit 3 leaders fly frugal skies to Frankfurt show
- Online survey suggests Volt may start at $32,000
Detroit Free Press, September 16
Would you buy a new electric-drive Chevrolet Volt for as little as $32,000?
- Driving While Texting: Is It the New DWI?
The Wall Street Journal, September 15
Here's one issue in these contentious times that almost everyone appears to agree on: Driving while typing out text messages on a mobile phone is dumb, potentially deadly and should be banned.
- New fuel standard rolls in at 34.1 mpg
The Detroit News, September 15
Plan estimated to cost automakers $60B over five year
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