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WELCOME NEW MMTA MEMBERS
Full Members
- Certified Sales, Inc., Mendon MA -- certifiedsales.com
- Dry Dock Marine Corp., So. Yarmouth, MA -- T: 508.398.2824
- Grey Lady Marine LLC, Nantucket, MA -- T: 508.228.6525
- Enos Marine, Gloucester, MA -- enosmarine.com
Associate Members
- John W. Furrh Associates, Taunton, MA -- johnwfurrhassociates.com
- Lewis Marine Supply, Greenport, NY -- lewismarine.com
- Stafford Insurance Agency, Fall River, MA -- stafford-insurance.com
SECOND NOTICES FOR MMTA DUES ON THE WAY
If you have been meaning to update your listing and pay your 2006 dues, delay no longer.
Click here to renew your MMTA membership today. Don't miss a single issue of ENews and be sure to update your contact information in time to be included in the 2006 Membership Directory.
REMINDER! 2005 TIER TWO REPORTS DUE MARCH 1ST
GOT DREDGING ISSUES?
From the Desk Of….Jamy Buchanan Madeja, Esq.
What marina doesn't?
Now is our first chance in 30 years to improve the approvals process for dredging in Massachusetts. The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection has put out for comment changes to the dredging regulations. We need your input: please consider speaking up.
MMTA delivered verbal and written comments at the Boston public hearing on January 18th. We urge you to speak up and submit written comments before the end of the comment period January 30th.
During MMTA's testimony the following key points were emphasized:
- Dredging is essential to the health of the recreational marine industry;
- The new regulations nicely combine the dredging and hazardous waste management regulations, BUT:
- The changes newly require an alternatives analysis (alternative locations or doing no dredging at all), which makes no sense for maintenance dredging yet maintenance dredging is not exempted from this new requirement; and
- The changes as drafted are an opportunity missed to streamline the waterways permitting process to file one application to initiate all approvals (Chapter 91 licensing, Army Corps, Water Quality Certification and Wetlands Protection Act). MMTA want to take this regulations change as an opportunity to streamline the permitting process and offers the assistance of MMTA's Government relations and legal counsel.
The proposed revisions are available on the Department's website: http://www.mass.gov/dep/public/publiche.htm. Questions for DEP go to Yvonne
Unger (617) 292-5893; The hearings are as follows:
The Department will accept written comments until 5.00 PM on January 30, 2006. Written comments should be submitted to the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, One Winter Street, Boston, MA 02108. Please feel free to copy MMTA on any correspondence and welcomes your input. Please call Jamy Buchanan Madeja, Esq., MMTA's Legal and Government Relations Counsel at 617-227-8410, ext. 234 or jmadeja@buchananassociates.com.
Let's us make the most of this rare revisiting of dredging regulations to have a positive impact for our industry. Thank you in advance for your participation and support.
ONLY 4 SEATS REMAIN FOR THE AMTECH ELECTRICAL COURSE!
SO SIGN UP TODAY!
AMTECH MANAGEMENT TRAINING COURSE IS SOLD OUT!
In February and March the Massachusetts Marine Trades Educational Trust will host two Association of Marine Technician [AMTECH] workshops designed to raise the bar of marine service excellence in Massachusetts: Electrical Troubleshooting & Theory (Taught by Conrad Kreuter) and Management Training for Marine Businesses (Taught By Larry Goudy). The Association of Marine Technicians (AMTECH) is a not for profit 501(c) (6) Association dedicated to enhancing the skill level and professionalism of all marine technicians. The goal of the organization is to improve the quality of marine service and repair nationwide. All seminars will take place at the Canton MA Campus of Massasoit's Professional Development Center conveniently located near Routes 128 and 138 southwest of Boston. Visit http://www.boatma.com to enroll in the Electrical Troubleshooting Class. All reservations are accepted on a first come, first served basis.
Conrad Kreuter is a certified ABYC Electrical instructor and Adjunct Professor at Kingsborough Community College in N.Y. Conrad is also owner of Moriches Boat & Motor in E. Moriches, NY, which is an authorized sales and service dealer for Suzuki, Honda, Yamaha, Mercury, Mercruiser, Key West and McKee Craft boats. Mr. Kreuter was awarded Suzuki's highest service award for 2002-2003.
Larry Goudy is owner/operator of a marina on Lake of the Ozarks in Missouri since 1973. He currently manages a company of 10 full time employees. Mr. Goudy maintains a master tech rating on Johnson/Evinrude outboards since 1989. He is also currently an instructor for Marine Industry Certification (MIC), as well as instructs courses for the American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) on Electrical and Basic Engine Systems. Mr. Goudy's also has extensive education experience while teaching marine technology at a local community college.
MMTA BOARD MEMBERS TAPPED FOR BOAT & MOTOR DEALER TRENDS ISSUE
For the just released Issue of Boat & Motor Dealer, three Directors from the MA Marine Trades were selected to comment on anticipated 2006 Marine Industry Trends. Be sure to check out the latest issue featuring articles and opinion written by three of your Board members:
- Water Access Trends by Constitution Marina's Tom Cox
- Dealer Certification Trends by Russo Marine's Larry Russo, Sr.
- Workforce Trends by 3A Marine Service's Ed Lofgren
MMTA is fortunate to have on its board of directors so many nationally recognized marine industry leaders. To subscribe or read the current issue, visit: http://www.boatmotordealer.com/current.htm.
MAKE THE MMTA JOBS BULLETIN BOARD WORK FOR YOU!
Be sure to post your help wanted notices here. It's free, it's popular and it works!
We have received feedback from many MMTA members who have interviewed and hired applicants through the MMTA jobs bulletin board. This is a free service to member firms: be sure to take full advantage!
To post your job vacancies or review the skills of people looking for work in the marine industry in Massachusetts, visit: http://www.boatma.com/jobs/bbs.pl
MARINE TRADES EDUCATORS WISH LIST
Once a curriculum has been developed, a knowledgeable and inspirational instructor selected and students enrolled, the greatest challenge to educating up and coming marine trades students is affording the cost of the equipment needed to train and provide the hands on learning opportunities.
Please review the wish list of items that are desperately needed to enhance the education of these students. Consider an in kind contribution of equipment or tools to any one of these programs. The generosity of MA Marine Trades members will ensure that the men and women in these classrooms have the skills, knowledge and exposure to real world marine industry equipment upon graduation. Click here http://www.boatma.com/membersonly/news/bbs.pl to visit the MMTA News Bulletin Board of Wish Lists from Ben Franklin Institute of Technology, Massasoit Community College and Cape Cod Tech:
2006 MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY ADVERTISING DEADLINE FAST APPROACHING
In response to requests from member firms, MMTA is now offering the opportunity to express your support for the MA Marine Trades Association while highlighting your firm's products and services within the 2006 Membership Directory.
The MMTA Annual Directory puts your business at the fingertips of marine industry leaders.
The Directory is published in the first quarter of the calendar year.
Enhanced Directory Listing opportunities are limited and offered on a space available basis only. So don't delay, reserve your page today! Applications, Listing Fee ($300) and Artwork must be AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
Send an email to webmaster@BoatMA.com for more information.
NAUTICAL TERMS OF THE MONTH FROM USCG WAYPOINTS NEWSLETTER
Did you know wishing you "Greasy Luck" was the old-timers equivalent for bon voyage and good fortune. For the whalers back in the day, it had reference for the number of barrels of whale oil that they hoped to harvest during a trip.
Did you know that "Get Out Your Web Feet" comes from an old navy slang passed down from Able-Bodied Seamen to the young Seamen to warn that they should break out their oilskins as heavy rain or snow is approaching! What are Oilskins? They are raingear or foul weather slickers.
MMTA MEMBER BOATWISE'S USCG APPROVED MASTER'S COURSE NOW EARNS COLLEGE CREDIT
A significant milestone has been achieved by Boatwise Marine Training. Their US Coast Guard approved Master 100 Gross Ton course is now also approved for college credits through Northern Essex Community College (NECC).
The Spring 2006 course begins on March 18, 2006. Upon successful completion of this course the student will submit their application package to the US Coast Guard for issuance of their federal license. This license permits commercial operation of un-inspected vessels carrying up to six passengers and USCG inspected vessels carrying greater than six passengers for hire.
Any individual interested in enrolling in this course should contact the Boatwise office at 800- 698-7373 or email at captains@boatwise.com. The Boatwise staff will conduct a pre-qualification review for each potential student to explain all US Coast Guard requirements for the licensing application that follows training. The student will then be referred to NECC's Enrollment Services at 978-556-3700 to register for class.
Please visit BoatWise at http://www.boatwise.com or the MMTA Bulletin Board for a complete course description and pre requisites at:
http://www.boatma.com/membersonly/news/bbs.pl
NEWS FROM BOATUS
TOP TEN LIST OF MOST FREQUENTLY STOLEN BOATS
| Chances per 10,000 Of Being Stolen |
| Yamaha (PWC) | 15.30 |
| Kawasaki (PWC) | 12.80 |
| Bombardier/Sea Doo (PWC) | 8.19 |
| Mako | 7.00 |
| Chaparral | 5.22 |
| Regal | 4.92 |
| Wellcraft | 3.70 |
| Boston Whaler | 3.36 |
| Four Winns | 3.06 |
| Chris Craft | 2.80 |
| Bayliner | 2.57 |
| Sea Ray | 2.25 |
MARINAS SOUGHT FOR LIFE JACKET LOANER PROGRAM
There is no cost to become a life jacket loaner site and presently over 328 clubs and businesses participate as Life Jacket Loaner Program sites. Since the program began in 1997, three children's lives have been saved as a result of wearing a BoatU.S. life jacket. The loaner life jacket kit consists of 12 jackets in a protective container, signage and easy-to-use sign-out sheets to track usage. Three sizes are included for kids up to 90 pounds.
To download an application to become a Life Jacket Loaner Program site or for more information on the laws in your state, please visit:
http://www.BoatUS.com/Foundation/LJLP Applications accepted until February 21, 2006.
Show Your Colors: Proudly Display the MMTA Logo
Start the New Year out right! Add the MMTA Logo to your website, letterhead and marketing materials. Electronic versions of the MMTA logo is available to Members in Good standing at www.boatma.com/membersonly/mmtalogos.html
WE WANT YOUR MARINE INDUSTRY PHOTOS!
MMTA is seeks your photographs of the Massachusetts Recreational Boating Industry to add to its library. We need photos of marinas, boatyards, retailers, service and repairers. Please send all photos in a high resolution version and indicate if a photo credit is applicable or not. Send to Leona.Roach@boatMA.com
UPCOMING MARINE INDUSTRY EVENTS
CLICK HERE: http://www.boatma.com/membersonly/memberscalendar.html
MMTA-STAPLES BUSINESS ADVANTAGE PROGRAM
How Do I Enroll?
It's easy. Click Here, or visit the MMTA Members Only Section at www.BoatMA.com and click on the STAPLES LOGO.
E-MAIL CHANGES?
Unlike the US Post Office, the cyberspace postmaster does not forward your e-mail. Has your e-mail address changed? If so, be sure to let us know so you won't miss an issue of MMTA ENews: Send a notice of any email address changes or requests to opt out of future mailings to: webmaster@boatMA.com
ADVERTISE ON BOATMA.COM
THE BEST PROMOTIONAL VALUE FOR YOUR MARINE BUSINESS!
If you do ANY advertising, this is THE place to be! Only for MMTA members, the BOATMA.com web site draws thousands of boaters every single day. There is no better place to get exposure for your marine trades business! Consider adding your BANNER AD to the site as the boat show season is just around the corner when the BoatMA.com site experiences a huge jump in viewers.
MMTA also invites you to sponsor an ENews Brief. We will feature an image and some text about your company right at the top of a ENews Brief, which is sent to all MMTA members. What a great business-to-business opportunity!
Email webmaster@boatma.com or call David Watson, the BoatMA.com webmaster, at 508-240-2533 to sign up today!
SHARE THE WEALTH!
Like what you have read? PLEASE share these ENews briefs with colleagues and staff of MMTA member firms. While emails are sent to one contact at a Member Firm, all employees of member firms can benefit from this information.
HAVE AN ITEM FOR ENEWS? Drop us a line at: Leona.Roach@BoatMA.com
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