APSA of Illinois October November December Magazine

Volume 54 ‐ Issue 1
JAN | FEB | MAR 2012
Official Magazine of APSA of Illinois
Welcome New Members!
Dan’s Modern Auto Repair, Burnt Prairie
Henderson Automotive, Mounds
Johnson & Johnson Auto Service Center, Springfield
E E Thomas Garage, Springfield
Ingramʹs Automotive, Inc., Christopher
Main Street Repairs, Lewistown
Voudrie’s Auto Repair, Moweaqua
Mission Statement
The mission of APSA of Illinois is to provide communications, education,
legislative and regulatory advocacy and group purchasing of services for its
members while promoting the motor vehicle aftermarket industry.

APSA of Illinois - Get Connected
APSA of Illinois Staff
Executive Vice President
Suzanne McLean
suzanne@apsail.com
Comptroller
Marsha Fogleman
marsha@apsail.com
Product Services Manager
Bill Richards
bill@apsail.com
Membership Services
Sue Brookman
sue@apsail.com
Membership Consultants
Penny Bagby
sjb32577@myexcel.com
Magazine Information
Editor
Suzanne McLean
Mail editorial news, notices and
correspondence to:
APSA of Illinois
6450 South Sixth Street Road
Springfield, Illinois 62712-6818
(217) 786-2850 or (800) 369-2964
Fax (217) 529-3705 or (800) 779-1179
www.apsail.com
Article and Advertisement
Deadlines
December 15 for January
March 10 for April
June 10 for July
September 15 for October
Commentary/Editorials
President’s Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
APSA of Illinois Board of Directors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
EVP Message, Suzanne McLean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2011-2012 APSA of Illinois Board of Directors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Legislative Update
Under the Dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Member Highlights
On the Road with Penny . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Membership Anniversaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
U.S. Department of Labor Poster Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
IL Department of Labor Poster Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Obituary: Ruth Helen Montigney, Honorary Member . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2011 APSA of Illinois Annual Meeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
AGMERP Premium Billings Due. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Membership Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
McKay NAPA Auto Parts Fundraising Raffle and Tool Show. . . . . . . . . . 16
Repair Facilities
Consumer Disclosure Signage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Date Book
Industry Calendar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
APSA of Illinois Important Dates
APSA of Illinois Programs
January 1
New Year’s Day, APSA of Illinois office closed
January 18
APSA of Illinois Board Meeting, Springfield
May 28
Memorial Day, APSA of Illinois office closed
June
APSA of Illinois Board Meeting, Springfield
July 4
Independence Day, APSA of Illinois office closed
Index
WEBConnect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 4
Advertising Rates . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7
Farley Insurance. . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 12
Legal Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 12
Qualified Processing Service . . . Page 15
Federated Insurance. . . . . . Pages 10 & 17
401(k) Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 18
SuperFleet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 19
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Commentary
President’s Message
It doesn’t seem like it was that long ago that
Penny Bagby was hitting me up to join the
Association. Believe me, for every reason he was
telling me to join I was coming back and making
excuses not to join. After about five or six visits,
and through his persistence, I finally decided that
the only way I would get him to leave me alone
was to go ahead and join. For the first year or so, I have to admit I
was probably looking for reasons not to pay the next membership
renewal instead of really learning more about the Association and
what it does to help our industry. Maybe a better way of stating it
would be, when laws that legislators would try to pass that might
make us do without, our Association stands up and voices our
concerns.
Over the years of being a board member, and now going through the
chairs of APSA of Illinois, I have really learned a lot more of the behind
the scenes things that APSA of Illinois does to help our industry. I wish
there was an easy way to convey all the things APSA of Illinois does for
those repair shops and parts store owners that may be where I was
before joining. This has been the hurdle we have been fighting for many
years now; and there is no easy way to make them understand without
them getting involved and learning for themselves.
Penny and I have talked many times over the years and as he has
explained to me, he knew I would be very good for the Association if
he could just convince me of that. It really did take a lot for him to do
that. Now since I have gotten more involved and know some of the
things that go on at the state level, (especially when Jay explains it
where we can understand) I really do get fired up and at least try to
do something to make a difference. As I have said before, I really do
not understand how some people can sit back and voice their
concerns about things happening that affect their businesses so
much without getting involved.
Hopefully, this is a call to action for those shops or parts store
owners that may be on the fence, because the more we get involved,
and the more numbers we represent the more we are heard, and
together we can make a difference. The growing of our Association,
and working together is more important than it ever has been in the
past, due to financial condition of our state. I am sure we will be
seeing a lot of changes over the coming years as they will be
dreaming up ways to increase their revenues. I ask you please don’t be
like I was for that period of time that Penny was working hard to get me
into the APSA of Illinois. As we really need your help to get involved and
make a difference, together we can do many things to make this industry
what I feel it should be.
Respectfully yours,
Al Martin
Martin’s Automotive Center
(618) 242-2200 or email me at:
alm@martinsautocenter.com
2011 - 2012 Board of Directors
President
Alan Martin
Martin's Automotive Center, Mt. Vernon
Vice President
John Rice, Jr.
The Jopac Companies, Bloomington
Secretary/Treasurer
Jeffery M. Dust, Dust & Son Auto
Supplies, LP, Effingham
Directors
Daniel DeMichele
Sunnyside Parts Warehouse, Chicago
Earl Flack
McKay NAPA Auto Parts, Inc., Litchfield
Brian C. Funk
Don’s Parts House, Mascoutah
Steven Rennison
The Auto Shop, Carbondale
Nigel Thompson
Rend Lake College, Ina
Past President
Clinton “Wain” Taylor
Mac-Weld, Inc., Carbondale
JAN | FEB | MAR 2012 • Volume 54 - Issue 1 • 3

Executive Vice President - Suzanne McLean
As we begin 2012, it important to
take time to look back over the past
year and lay the foundation for the
work that is ahead of us this next
year.
During the 2011 legislative year,
which included an extended veto
session, our Association worked for
improvements in our state’s business
environment. Our membership was represented during
discussions regarding workers’ compensation reform,
unemployment insurance, and a variety of other issues.
See the Under the Dome article in this issue by our
lobbyist, Jay Shattuck, for more information about new
laws for 2012.
The Association hosted its 53rd APSA of Illinois
Annual Meeting this past October at the President
Abraham Lincoln Hotel and Conference Center,
Springfield, Illinois. The Slate of Officers and Directors
for 2011-2012 was presented by the Nominating
Committee, and the official election and installation was
completed. I look forward to working with these Officers
and Directors over this next year as we address issues
affecting our members and the industry.
This past November, I was able to attend Industry
Week in Las Vegas, Nevada and I represented APSA of
Illinois at the Alliance of State Automotive Aftermarket
Associations (ASAAA) two-day meeting. This was my
first opportunity to experience the Automotive
Aftermarket Parts Expo (AAPEX) with thousands of
U.S. and international exhibitors, educational learning
forums, and product demonstrations. One forum of great
interest to me discussed how the aftermarket businesses
are being affected by each state’s legislature, and how
legislative and regulatory agendas can quickly impact an
industry business in a multitude of ways.
Over the next year, we will expand our work in
government relations by participating in ASAAA’s
Legislator Awareness and Education Program. This
builds upon what APSA of Illinois is already doing by
inviting our membership to actively participate. We will
continue to provide high quality advocacy for our
industry with the general public, legislators, the media
and other key stakeholders, but also invite you to
become involved. The aftermarket industry as a whole
can educate legislative bodies regarding the value and
importance that aftermarket replacement parts and
services contribute to the economy and motoring public.
APSA of Illinois members can work to promote and
protect their interest in our state’s government affairs
process.
There are many reasons why we want to educate
Illinois legislators on the automotive aftermarket
industry, as well as why legislators will want to listen.
One obvious reason is that Illinois’ aftermarket industry
is vital to the state's economy. Our industry employs
almost 95,000 people in nearly 10,000 aftermarket
business establishments in Illinois. The aftermarket
employees in motor vehicle parts manufacturing,
wholesalers of Parts and Supplies, parts stores,
accessories stores, Tire Stores, and automotive repair
and maintenance equates to approximately 1.6% of our
state's total workforce. These businesses are home to
almost 11,000 vehicles registered in our state. The
annual aftermarket sales in Illinois total nearly $12
billion.
I invite you to join this important initiative to reach
legislators in every district in Illinois. We hope you will
unite with us and be a part of the solution in 2012 by
participating in your district. APSA of Illinois will be
sending you regular updates on this program, including
suggested activities to engage your legislator on a local
level. The program’s goal is to increase the recognition
by state policymakers of the major positive economic and
consumer benefits generated by the automotive
aftermarket parts and service industry. This is an
exciting time to become involved and play an active role
in ensuring that your issues and concerns are raised at
the highest levels within our state government.
As we turn our attention to what 2012 will bring for
the Association and its membership, you can remain
confident that APSA of Illinois will continue to work on
your behalf. We look forward to working with each of you
over the next year, invite your feedback, and input on
the work that we do.
Best wishes for a safe and prosperous 2012.
Greg Williams Moves On
Former Membership Consultant, Greg Williams, has
moved on from APSA of Illinois. Greg’s last day with the
Association was October 14, 2011.
We wish him the best in his future endeavors and
appreciate the time that he spent with our Association.
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“Under The Dome”
Primary Elections Just Around
the Corner
Illinois likely will not play much
of a role in the 2012 nomination of
the two party’s respective
nominees. President Obama has no
challenge to his re-election within
his party and the March 20 th
primary election in Illinois is late enough that there is a
good chance that one of the republican candidates very
well will have the nomination locked up. But then again,
there is no clear front-runner for the republican
nomination and the issue may not be decided by March
20th and a narrower republican field may be scrambling
for delegates in states like Illinois.
Along with the republican nominee for President being
undecided, the redistricting of Illinois’ Congressional map
as of mid-December is still in the hands of the federal
courts. There is a chance that the court could remand the
case to the Illinois General Assembly and that Democrats
would need to work with Republicans to get a map
approved since a three-fifths vote would be necessary in
both the House and Senate to have a map in place by the
end of 2011. More probable is that the court will make
some adjustments itself to address those issues and
district lines that the court believes violates the law. As it
stands, now a number of Congressional candidates have
been thrown into the same district and several republican
freshmen will be facing tough reelection. Also, former
state senator and congresswoman Debbie Halvorson is
taking on Cong. Jesse Jackson, Jr. in the Democrat
primary. We will have more on how some of these races
shape up as the districts get finalized and all the
candidates get filed.
State legislative races are more definitive as the court
has upheld the map that was signed into law by the
Governor. As approved, the state legislative districts
heavily favor the reelection of Democrat incumbents and
is creating havoc for Republicans, especially in the Senate
primary elections. A number of Senate Republicans are
facing primary opponents. Another factor is that a larger
than usual number of incumbent lawmakers have decided
not to run for reelection creating a number of open seats.
Of the fifty-nine Senate districts, there are seventeen
Democrat primaries and fifteen republican primaries. Of
those, eleven Democrat senators face opposition:
Clayborne (Belleville); A. Collins (Chicago); Crotty
(Oak Forest); Forby (Benton); Hunter (Chicago); Jacobs
(E. Moline); E. Jones (Chicago); Koehler (Pekin);
Landek (Bridgeview); Munoz (Chicago); and Noland
(Elgin). Nine republican senators also have opponents,
some are running against each other: Cultra (Onarga);
Dillard (Hinsdale); C. Johnson (Shabbona); J. Jones
(Mt. Vernon); McCann (Springfield); McCarter
(Lebanon); Pankau (Bloomingdale); Radogno (Lemont);
and Syverson (Rockford). In addition, there are a total of
twelve districts where no incumbent senator is running.
There could be as many as thirty new Senators sworn in
next January. That is unlikely to occur but both caucuses
will have a number of new faces.
twenty-eight Democrat primaries, seventeen Republican
primaries, and twenty-one open seats. Democrat
incumbents with opposition are: Acevedo (Chicago);
Arroyo (Chicago); Berrios (Chicago); Colvin (Chicago);
M. Davis (Chicago); Dunkin (Chicago); Hernandez
(Chicago); Jefferson (Rockford); Lilly (Chicago); Madigan
(Chicago); Riley (Chicago); Rita (Blue Island); D. Smith
(Chicago); Thapedi (Chicago); Verschoore (Milan) and
Zalewski (Chicago). Sitting Republicans with races in
March include: Brown (Blue Mound); Eddy (Hutsonville);
Evans (Collinsville); Gaffney (Barrington Hills); Osmond
(Antioch) and Sommer (Morton). Of the 118 House
districts, it appears sixty-seven incumbents are likely to be
reelected in the fall. The House too will see nearly half of
its ranks filled with new individuals.
With so many primaries and most of them being contests
that determine who will serve in the next General
Assembly, it is important for APSA of Illinois and its
members to engage in the primary elections. Get involved
and help the candidate of your choice. If you need guidance,
call APSA of Illinois and find out how your lawmakers
rated with us on issues important to our members and the
automotive aftermarket industry. If you are not satisfied
with the direction coming out of our State Capitol, now is
the time to help change the decision-makers who impact
the jobs climate and the quality of life.
New Laws for 2012
Tax law changes: During the extended veto session,
lawmakers sent to the Governor SB397, which he is
expected to sign into law. Key changes for APSA of Illinois
members in that proposal is the expansion of the
inheritance tax exemption to $4 million by 2014 and the
restoration of up to $100,000 per year of net loss carry
forwards. Also, all tax exemptions and credits are to be
extended an additional five years.
Unemployment Insurance: Illinois joins 20 other states
where employers will pay an additional 0.3% on the first
$7,000 of 2011 wages per employee. The higher rate is
caused by Illinois' failure to repay the outstanding federal
UI loan to unemployment insurance benefits by the
11/10/2011 due date. The additional federal FUTA tax will
be due the end of January 2012. However, Public Act 97-
621 which was effective in November makes extensive
financial changes to Illinois’ unemployment insurance
system which long term will reduce employer
unemployment insurance taxes and avoid future FUTA
penalties. APSA of Illinois members will see some progress
and the agreement between business and labor interests is
better than if no changes to the law had been made. The
new law resolves the unemployment insurance debt owed
to the federal government and will see several new
programs initiated by the Illinois Department of
Employment Security to significantly reduce the amount of
overpayments that our system has allowed ($1.2 billion
over the past three years). A high priority was to bring
greater integrity to the payment of benefits by IDES. That
is being accomplished with enhanced IDES fiscal integrity
provisions and reforms.
Illinois is expected to end calendar year (continued on page 6)
As for the Illinois House of Representatives, there are JAN | FEB | NAR 2012 • Volume 54 - Issue 1 • 5

Under the Dome (continued from page 5)
2011 with $2.4 billion in outstanding loans from the federal
government to cover state UI benefits that have exceeded
employer taxes the past few years. The federal government
charges over 4% interest on that debt. This past year, Illinois
employers paid over $70 million in interest to the federal
government for the UI loan. Under current law, State general
revenue funds would have to pay a 2012 interest payment
estimated at nearly $82 million. The total federal interest
liability is projected at over $240 million if no changes are made.
In addition, federal tax penalties that would eventually total
$1.2 billion kick in starting in 2012 raising taxes on all
employers– even those who have not lain off a single employee.
The agreement provides for Trust Fund solvency by 2018
through revenue bonding by the State and cuts interest liability
by two-thirds.
Employers also will save over $400 million in unemployment
insurance taxes through 2019. Nearly 50% of all Illinois
businesses, those with no history of layoffs in the past three
years, will see a reduction in their taxes as the minimum rate is
being set at zero and the fund-building rate is being frozen at
0.55%. Benefits will be reduced, pursuant to current law, from
26 weeks to 25 weeks for one year. There will be a legislative
study of whether social security earnings should be excluded
from eligibility consideration. The study is to be completed with
a report to the General Assembly by December 31, 2012. A
number of Senate Republicans were concerned that additional
reforms to the UI system would not likely be considered again
until 2016. Senate Republican Leader Christine Radogno
(Lemont) passed SR 446, which creates the Illinois
Unemployment Insurance Reform Committee to study the
system of unemployment insurance benefits, trust fund
stability, and reforms that interested parties believe are
warranted.
Contact APSA of Illinois for a chart of the parameters that
will be used to calculate unemployment insurance rates in 2012
and beyond.
Vehicle Inspections: PA 97-106 is effective February 1, 2012.
It modifies the definitions of "malfunction indicator lamp" and
"on-board diagnostic system” and makes changes in the
categories of vehicles that are subject to vehicle emissions
inspection requirements. The new law deletes provisions
permitting the substitution of a steady-state idle exhaust gas
analysis and evaporative system integrity test for the on-board
diagnostic system test. HB 1093 also allows the substitution of a
visual inspection test for the on-board diagnostic test in certain
cases.
Antique Vehicles: PA 97-412, effective January 1, 2012,
permits the owner of a motor vehicle that is more than 25 years
of age or a bona fide replica thereof to register the vehicle as an
expanded-use antique vehicle.
Mercury Switches: PA 97-459, effective July 1, 2012, requires
scrap metal recyclers to remove all mercury switches from
accepted end-of-life vehicles before processing them for recycling
(instead of before processing them for recycling or within 14
days after receiving them, whichever is earlier). It also amends
the Mercury-added Product Prohibition Act to prohibit the sale
and distribution of mercury-containing rings, seals, and sensors.
Jay Shattuck, Shattuck & Associates Consulting, Inc.
Phone (217) 544-5490 email: jaydeeshattuck@gmail.com
Effingham, IL
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Member Highlights
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APSA of Illinois Magazine
The official magazine of APSA of Illinois is
published quarterly. Editorial content includes
coverage of APSA of Illinois sponsored meetings
and events, legislative issues, topics related to the
automotive aftermarket industry and member
company’s. We accept full-page, full-color
advertisements as well as standard black and white
advertising.
APSA of Illinois Members receive 25% off
published rates.
(see advertising specifications below)
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March 10 for April
June 10 for July
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artwork must be in CMYK mode, black and
white artwork must be in either grayscale or
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accepted and if supplied will be converted to
CMYK mode, which will result in a color shift.
All screen and printer fonts as well as linked
images must be supplied if not embedded in
the file.
Membership Anniversaries
30 Years
LeVan, Inc., Aurora
Commercial Auto Supply, Inc., Chicago
.
10 Years
Kelly Sauder Rupiper Equipment, Streator
Canton Carquest, Canton
5 Years
Gage Park Auto Parts, Inc., Chicago
Congratulations and thank you for your continuous
support!
“On the Road” with Penny
Another year has come and gone and so many
things have happened in the auto parts industry.
There are more independent garages, more
jobber chains, less independent jobbers, less body
shops and less car dealers. This means good
operators who stay up on what the trend is at the present will have
the business. I have been in, or associated, with the auto parts
industry for 50 years and I would like to say I have helped many
people in that time. I can still help you and your business, if you
just ask.
I'm happy to say that I signed into the Association the last two
APSA of Illinois Presidents nine years ago. Wain Taylor of Mac-
Weld, Inc. did a great job last year and Al Martin of Martin’s
Automotive Center has started out this year with many great ideas
to improve our service to our members.
Anyone in business, of any kind, needs help at some time to move
his business forward. That's what APSA of Illinois is all about; you
can talk to members that have already tried different ideas that you
might want to try. Through membership in APSA of Illinois you
have access to legal services, more insurance or better insurance,
tracking the fuel consumption for your vehicles, credit card service,
401(k) program, website service, calendars, office supplies and
invoices. You can stay updated on what policies might affect your
business, your employees, or know what the EPA or OSHA rules are
without getting involved with them.
We need your help in order for us to provide these services. If you
don't belong, please join. If you already belong, please use our
benefits. I hope everyone has a good and profitable new year.
Penny Bagby, Membership Consultant, phone (618) 922-3656 or
email me at sjb32577@myexcel.com
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Member Issues
U.S. Department of Labor Workplace Poster Requirements for Small
Businesses and Other Employers
Are you in compliance? Some of the statutes and regulations enforced by agencies within the U.S. Department of
Labor require that posters or notices be posted in the workplace. The Department provides electronic copies of the
required posters and some of the posters are available in languages other than English.
Please note that posting requirements vary by statute; that is, not all employers are covered by each of the
Department's statutes and thus may not be required to post a specific notice. For example, some small businesses may
not be covered by the Family and Medical Leave Act and thus would not be subject to the Act's posting requirements.
For information on coverage, visit the Employment Laws Assistance for Workers and Small Business (elaws) Poster
Advisor. You may also contact the Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization, for assistance with these
notice requirements.
POSTER WHO MUST POST CITATIONS / PENALTY OTHER INFORMATION
JOB SAFETY AND HEALTH
PROTECTION
Occupational Safety and Health
Administration
29 USC 657(c), 29 CFR 1903.2
Private employers engaged in a
business affecting commerce.
Does not apply to federal, state,
or political subdivisions of states.
Any covered employer failing
to post the poster may be
subject to citation and penalty.
Employers in states operating
OSHA-approved state plans
should obtain and post the state’s
equivalent poster.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
IS THE LAW Office of Federal Contract
Compliance Programs
Executive Order 11246, as amended;
Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of
1973, as amended; 38 U.S.C. 4212 of the
Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment
Assistance Act of 1974, as amended; 41
CFR Chapter 60-l .42; 41 C.F.R 60-250.4
(k); 4 1 C.F.R. 60-74 1.5(a)4
Entities holding federal contracts
or subcontracts or federally
assisted construction contracts of
$10,000 or more; financial
institutions which are issuing and
paying agents for U.S. savings
bonds and savings notes;
depositories of federal funds or
entities having government bills
of lading.
Please note that the EEOC* may
provide additional posting
requirements at Section 2000e-
10 [§711].
Appropriate contract sanctions
may be imposed for
uncorrected violations.
Post copies of the poster in
conspicuous places available to
employees, applicants for
employment, and representatives
of labor organizations with which
there is a collective bargaining
agreement. Also, non construction
contractors or subcontractors with
50 or more employees and a
contract of $50,000 or more
[otherwise required by 41 CFR 60-
2.1 (a)] should develop an equal
opportunity policy as part of an
affirmative action plan and post the
policy on company bulletin boards.
41 CFR 60-2.2 1 (a)(9).
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
Minimum wage poster
Wage and Hour Division
Specific posters for:
State & Local Gov't Employees (PDF)
Every private, federal, state and
local government employer
employing any employee subject
to the Fair Labor Standards Act,
29 USC 211, 29 CFR 516.4
posting of notices.
No citations or penalties for
failure to post.
Any employer of employees to
whom sec. 7 of the Fair Labor
Standards Act does not apply may
alter or modify the poster legibly to
show that the overtime provisions
do not apply.
Employee Right for Workers with
Disabilities/Special Minimum Wage Poster
Wage and Hour Division
29 CFR 525.14
Every employer having workers
employed under special
minimum wage certificates
authorized by section 14(c) of the
Fair Labor Standards Act.
No citations or penalties for
failure to post.
Where an employer finds it
inappropriate to post such a notice,
the employer may provide the
poster directly to all employees
subject to its terms.
YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAMILY
AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT
Wage and Hour Division
29 CFR 825.300, .402
Public agencies (including state,
local, and federal employers),
public and private elementary
and secondary schools, as well
as private sector employers who
employ 50 or more employees in
20 or more work weeks and who
are engaged in commerce or in
any industry or activity affecting
commerce, including joint
employers and successors of
covered employers.
Willful refusal to post may
result in a civil money penalty
by the Wage and Hour
Division not to exceed $100 for
each separate offense.
Where an employer’s workforce is
not proficient in English, the
employer must provide the notice
in the language the employee
speaks. The poster must be posted
prominently where it can be readily
seen by employees and applicants
for employment.
(Continued on page 9)
8 • JAN | FEB | MAR 2012 • Volume 54 - Issue 1

Member Issues (continued from page 8)
Uniformed Services Employment
and Reemployment Rights Act
(Notice for use by all employers.)
Veterans' Employment and Training
Service
38 U.S.C. 4334, 20 CFR 1002.
The full text of the notice must be
provided by each employer to
persons entitled to rights and
benefits under USERRA.
No citations or penalties for
failure to notify. An individual
could ask USDOL to
investigate and seek
compliance, or file a private
enforcement action to require
the employer to provide the
notice to employees.
Employers may provide the
notice by posting it where
employee notices are
customarily placed. However,
employers are free to provide
the notice in other ways that
will minimize costs while
ensuring that the full text of
the notice is provided (e.g., by
distributing the notice by direct
handling, mailing, or via
electronic mail).
NOTICE: EMPLOYEE
POLYGRAPH PROTECTION ACT
Wage and Hour Division
29 CFR 801.6
Any employer engaged in or
affecting commerce or in the
production of goods for commerce.
Does not apply to federal, state and
local governments, or to
circumstances covered by the
national defense and security
exemption.
The Secretary of Labor can
bring court actions and assess
civil penalties for failing to
post.
The Act extends to all
employees or prospective
employees regardless of their
citizenship status. Foreign
corporations operating in the
United Status must comply or
will result in penalties for
failing to post. The poster must
be displayed where employees
and applicants for employment
can readily observe it.
NOTIFICATION OF EMPLOYEE
RIGHTS UNDER FEDERAL
LABOR LAWS
Office of Labor-Management
Standards
Executive Order 13496; 29 CFR Part
471
Federal contractors and
subcontractors are required to post
the prescribed employee notice
conspicuously in plants and offices
where employees covered by the
NLRA perform contract-related
activity, including all places where
notices to employees are
customarily posted both physically
and electronically.
The sanctions, penalties, and
remedies for noncompliance
with the notice requirements
include the suspension or
cancellation of the contract
and the debarring of Federal
contractors from future
Federal contracts.
The notice, prescribed in the
Department of Labor's
regulations, informs employees
of Federal contractors and
subcontractors of their rights
under the NLRA to organize
and bargain collectively with
their employers and to engage
in other protected concerted
activity. Additionally, the
notice provides examples of
illegal conduct by employers
and unions, and it provides
contact information to the
National Labor Relations Board
(www.nlrb.gov), the agency
responsible for enforcing the
NLRA.
Illinois Department Of Labor Required Postings
Your Rights Under Illinois Employment Laws
(Required for all Illinois employers) This poster includes the information needed for Wage Payment and Collection Act, Child Labor
Law, Minimum Wage Law, Equal Pay Act, Victims’ Economic Security and Safety Act and the One Day Rest in Seven Act. It is available
on the Illinois Department of Labor web page (English)
Safety Inspection & Education Act and Health & Safety Act
(Required for all public sector employers) These laws provide workplace safety and health protections for public employees through
enforcement of occupational safety and health standards and education about safe working conditions and occupational hazards. This
poster is available on the Illinois Department of Labor web page (English) or by contacting the agency at:
OTHER STATE OF ILLINOIS REQUIRED POSTINGS
Workers’ Compensation Notice
Unemployment Insurance Benefits Notice
Emergency Care for Choking
Smoke Free Illinois Act
For more information regarding required poster display, you can contact the following or call the Association office at (217) 786-2850.
Illinois Department of Labor
Illinois Department of Labor
160 N. LaSalle Street, Suite C-1300 Safety Inspection & Education Division
Chicago, IL 60601 900 South Spring Street, Springfield, IL 62704
312-793-2800 217-782-9386
JAN | FEB | MAR 2012 • Volume 54 - Issue 1 • 9

Member News
Obituary: Ruth Helen Montigney
Ruth Helen Montigney
April 9, 1923 - October 13, 2011
Ruth Helen Montigney, 88,
Greenwood, passed away on Oct.
13, 2011. She was born April 9,
1923 in Chicago, IL to Lawrence
and Ruth (Johnson) Haworth.
Helen was a veteran of the US
Marines, serving during WW II,
where she met her husband Arthur
and shared 66 years of marriage.
She retired from the family
business, Erikson Automotive of which she co-owned in
Homewood, IL.
Helen’s husband, Arthur Montigney, is a past director of
AWOI/APSA of Illinois serving from 1973-1977 and Past
President of the Association serving 1978-1979. Helen
was selected to receive an Honorary Membership in the
Association in 1997.
A member of Risen Lord Lutheran Church in Greenwood,
she was a member of the Daughters of American
Revolution, the American Legion and a life member of
The Women Marines Association.
Survivors include her husband Arthur; children Bruce
(Lin) Montigney of Greenwood, Brian (Diana) Montigney
of Wilmette, IL, Beth (Jim) Walter of Oldsmar,FL;
grandchildren, Troy Montigney, Evan Montigney and
Dylan Montigney; and brother Lawrence Haworth.
She will be laid to rest at Skyline Memorial Park in
Monee, IL. G. H. Herrmann Greenwood Funeral Home is
handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may
be made to Risen Lord Lutheran Church. Online
condolences may be shared with the family at
www.ghherrmann.com.
10 • JAN | FEB | MAR 2012 • Volume 54 - Issue 1

Member News
2011-2012 APSA of Illinois Board of Directors
(front row l-r) President Al Martin, Region 8 Director Brian Funk, Region 10 Director Steve Rennison, Vice President John Rice and
Past President Wain Taylor. (back row l-r) Secretary/Treasurer Jeff Dust, Past Region 9 Director Dean Kinkelaar, Region 3 Director
Dan DeMichele, Region 6 Director Earl Flack and Past Region 5 Director Mark Hagler. The 2011-2012 Board of Directors were
elected at the 53rd Annual Meeting held at the President Abraham Lincoln Hotel, Springfield, Illinois on October 14, 2011. We
would like to thank our sponsor Federated Insurance for their generous sponsorship to allow the 53rd APSA of Illinois Annual
Meeting to be held.
2011 APSA of Illinois Annual
Meeting
AGMERP Program Premium
Billings Due
The 53 rd APSA of Illinois Annual Meeting was held at
the President Abraham Lincoln Hotel and Conference
Center in Springfield on October 14, 2011. Attendees
elected new Officers and Region 10 Director for 2011-2012
for the Association.
Officers elected for 2011-2012 were President, Al
Martin, Martin’s Automotive Center, Mount Vernon; Vice
President, John Rice, The Jopac Companies,
Bloomington; Secretary/Treasurer. Jeff Dust, Dust & Son
Auto Supplies, LP, Effingham. Region 10 Director, Steven
Rennison, The Auto Shop, Carbondale.
APSA of Illinois would like extend sincere thanks and
appreciation to Federated Insurance, for their generous
sponsorship of the Annual Meeting. Their financial
contribution allowed APSA of Illinois to bring members
together to network and relax. Please express your
appreciation to them for their generous support.
All companies participating in APSA of Illinois’ Group
Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan (AGMERP)
program are asked to submit copies of their January
premium billings. Please mail a copy of your billings to:
APSA of Illinois Group Insurance Fund
c/o Administrative Services, Inc.
PO Box 590
Rochester, IL 62563-0590
or fax to (217) 498-8481
Avoid claim payment delays; send in your premium
billings today!
JAN | FEB | MAR 2012 • Volume 54 - Issue 1 • 11

Repair Facilities
Consumer Disclosure Signs
Recently we were asked the question, are repair
facilities still required by law to display Consumer
Disclosure Signs? The answer is yes. The following is an
excerpt from the Illinois Compiled Statutes for Public Act
90-426 Automotive Repair Act effective 1/1/1998 for the
required signage.
(815 ILCS 306/60)
Sec. 60. Consumer disclosures; required signs. Every
motor vehicle repair facility shall post in a prominent
place on the business premises one or more signs, readily
visible to customers, in the following form:
Excellence in customer service is our top priority.
Any client, or potential client, can be assured that he
or she will receive the highest level of personal and
professional services as various needs evolve and are
addressed. Our fast and detailed service, along with
our dedication to our customers sets us apart from
others in the area.
YOUR CUSTOMER RIGHTS. UNLESS THE
FACILITY PROVIDES A FIRM PRICE
QUOTATION, YOU ARE ENTITLED BY LAW TO:
1. A WRITTEN ESTIMATE FOR REPAIRS THAT
WILL COST MORE THAN $100 UNLESS WAIVED
OR ABSENT FACE-TO-FACE CONTACT (SEE
ITEM 3 BELOW).
2. AUTHORIZE ORALLY OR IN WRITING ANY
REPAIRS THAT EXCEED THE ESTIMATED
TOTAL PRE-SALES-TAX COST BY MORE THAN
10% OR THAT EXCEED THE LIMITED PRICE
ESTIMATE.
3. AUTHORIZE ANY REPAIRS ORALLY OR IN
WRITING IF YOUR VEHICLE IS LEFT WITH THE
MOTOR VEHICLE REPAIR FACILITY WITHOUT
FACE-TO-FACE CONTACT BETWEEN YOU AND
THE MOTOR VEHICLE REPAIR FACILITY
PERSONNEL.
IF YOU HAVE AUTHORIZED A REPAIR IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE ABOVE
INFORMATION, YOU ARE REQUIRED TO PAY
FOR THE COSTS OF THE REPAIR PRIOR TO
TAKING THE VEHICLE FROM THE PREMISES.
The first line of each sign shall be in letters not less
than 1.5 inches in height, and the remaining lines shall
be in letters not less than 0.5 inch in height.
(Source: Public Act 90-426, eff. 1-1-98.)
Chad A. Farley
Licensed Insurance Agent
Call for a quote today!
(800) 500-4421
124 W. Washington Street, Newton, IL 62448
www.farleyinsurance.com
12 • JAN | FEB | MAR 2012 • Volume 54 - Issue 1

The old saying, “it’s all about who you know,” has never been truer in
today’s economy. A good business relationship can mean lower
overhead costs; word of mouth can bring you higher customer traffic.
For most business owners, this is common sense thinking. You
probably know your FedEx delivery man on a first name basis. Your
auto parts supplier? Chances are you know the names of all his kids,
and him yours. Business relationships are one of the cornerstones of
successful business, and it applies to all aspects of your company,
even the unexpected ones.
Credit card processing is one of the most competitive industries in
today’s market. A high quality processor will learn the facets of your
business and industry, adapt normal rules to best fit your needs, and
do reviews of your merchant account on a periodic basis. The trick is
figuring out who the great providers are, and establishing a business
relationship that benefits both parties. It is in the processor’s best
interest to ensure the longevity of your account with them, and in your
best interest to cultivate that fact.
Similarly, that same high quality processor will also help you review
your current set up, and determine whether or not you are benefitting
from the partnership. Some providers have merchant statements that
read like stereo instructions, and can be confusing for a business. A
quality processor will help you understand the statement and show
you ways to save money, maximize your payment acceptance options,
and work with you to establish the best program available.
More often than not, it’s surprising to an owner how easily it is to get
a processor to meet the needs of their business. As your preferred
partner in credit card services, Qualified Processing Services is always
on the lookout for better ways to help you become more successful;
our dedicated auto association team is committed to helping every
member of the Association, in every way possible. We encourage you
to call us with any and all questions. For more information, or to
schedule a free consultation, contact Todd Lazar toll free at (877)
737-7762 or email todd@sfsprocessing.com.

Member News
McKay NAPA Auto Parts Fundraising Raffle and Tool Show
McKay NAPA Auto Parts continued their successful
fundraising for Make-A-Wish Foundation of Illinois on
October 6th, during their Annual Tool & Equipment
Show at the Staunton Crystal Ballroom.
The fundraiser auction of 17 highly customized pedal
cars raised over $8,000 to help grant wishes to area
children. All of the cars started out exactly the same.
Talented creators of the fabulous pedal cars as a Make-A-
Wish donation for the auction were Dirk's Radiator
Repair, Highland; Bill Hefley and Brian Hendricks, both
of Hillsboro; The Shop, Walnut Hill; Pinto's Kustoms,
Rosewood Heights; Lowe Performance, Alton; LRE
Automotive, Edwardsville; Martintoni's Auto Service,
Livingston; Macoupin County Sheriff Don Albrecht,
Staunton; Marvin Savage Repair, Litchfield; and RT. 66
Truck Repair, Litchfield, who designed two cars.
Also designing were, Clete's Repair & Towing, O'Fallon;
McKay NAPA Litchfield Warehouse Crew; Brian's Auto &
23 Hour Towing, Litchfield; Auto Tech, Highland;
Horton's Automotive & Outdoor, Bethalto; and R.S. Auto
Repair, of Godfrey, whose little car raised $1,200.
The winner of the McKay NAPA Auto Parts / Make-A-
Wish Arctic Cat 4x4 Raffle was Beth Tucket of Bunker
Hill, after her $10 ticket was drawn that evening.
Jim McKay, President and CEO of McKay NAPA, was
presented a personalized wall display from Make-A-Wish
representatives Norma Glazebrook of Alton, and Kathy
Eames of Edwardsville. The entire McKay NAPA Auto
Parts family was recognized for their outstanding
fundraising efforts. In 2010, McKay NAPA raised
$41,000, which funded eight 'Wishes' for ill children.
McKay NAPA Auto Parts is located at Bethalto,
Carlinville, Carlyle, Centralia, Collinsville, Edwardsville,
Gillespie, Godfrey, Greenville, Highland, Hillsboro,
Jerseyville, Litchfield, Nokomis, Staunton, Virden and
Wood River.
The top three auction fundraiser pedal cars are shown
during the tool show in Staunton, October 6th. L-R: Kathy
Eames, Make-A-Wish Foundation of Illinois; Rodney
Singleton, R.S. Auto Repair, Godfrey, behind his first place
pedal car which raised $1,200 for Make-A-Wish, and earned
him a trip to Las Vegas; Kim Baima, of Gillespie, long time
McKay NAPA customer who purchased three of the pedal
cars at the auction; Gary Kniffin, General Manager of the
Mt. Vernon NAPA Distribution Center; and Jim McKay,
President of McKay NAPA Auto Parts' 17 area locations.
McKay NAPA Auto Parts hosted a fundraising raffle for
Make-A-Wish Foundation of Illinois to benefit ill children in
areas surrounding the company’s 17 locations, by granting
their ‘Wishes’ with the proceeds. Beth Tucker, of Bunker Hill,
IL, won the Arctic Cat 550 by purchasing a $10 raffle
ticket. The 4x4 was presented to her by: (l-r) Kathy Eames, of
Edwardsville, Norma Glazebrook, Alton, both representatives
of Make-A-Wish; Mark Anderson of Andy’s Auto Body,
Maryville, where Beth works; Norman May, McKay NAPA
Outside Sales Manager; and Beth Tucker of Bunker Hill.
The McKay NAPA family continued their tradition of helping children in Montgomery County and surrounding counties with a check
for $31,253.27 to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Illinois to grant the wishes of at least six area children. The money was raised from
the 13th annual golf fundraiser, private and business donations, pedal car auction and Arctic Cat raffle. Pictures above are (l-r) Earl
Flack, Allen Haenel, Peggy Snell, Debbie Gerdes, Jim McKay, Charlene Tackaberry, Ed Hammann and Sue Miller.
16 • JAN | FEB | MAR 2012 • Volume 54 - Issue 1

Industry Calendar
(For APSA of Illinois Dates, see the inside front cover)
February 10-12, 2012
Motor Trend Iowa/Illinois Auto Show, Davenport, IA
March 5-8
The Work Truck Show, Indianapolis, IN
March 17
Keystone Midwest Big Show, Dallas, TX
March 21-24
Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance National Convention,
Orlando, FL
March 22-24
Mid-America Trucking Show, Louisville, KY
March 22-24
Hotrod Restoration Trade Show, Indianapolis, IN
May 2-4
AAIA Spring Leadership Days, Scottsdale, AZ
May 16-17
Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium, Hyatt
Regency O’Hare, Chicago
May 27
NASCAR Nationwide Series, Chicago
June 28-July 1
15th Annual O’Reilly Auto Parts Route 66 NHRA
Nationals, Chicago
July 22
Indianapolis 500, Indianapolis, IN
August 10-12
6th Peak Chicagoland Nationals, Joliet
September 15
NASCAR Nationwide Series, Chicago
September 16
NASCAR Spring Cup Series, Chicago
October 30 - November 2
AAPEX and SEMA Show, Las Vegas, NV
SUPERFLEET ANNOUNCES 10¢ OFF per gallon of
FUEL promotion at any Speedway, or
Rich location or 5¢ OFF at any Marathon location
for the first 3 Months !!!
With the APSA of Illinois and SuperFleet program,
you have all the tools available today to maximize your
fuel management capabilities, utilize a FREE program,
and also receive volume discounts!!!
• No Monthly Fees
SuperFleet Offers You:
• Driver Convenience - SuperFleet cards are accepted at
over 5,500 Midwest locations.
• Volume Rebate Program - 10¢ per gallon at Speedway
and Rich Oil locations and 5¢ per gallon at Marathon
locations for the first three months. Then earn volume
rebates up to 5¢ per gallon at Speedway, Rich Oil and
Marathon locations every month.
• Individual Limits - Set spending limits and restrictions per
card per day.
• Detailed Reporting - Weekly, semi-monthly or monthly
reports available via email or FTP.
• Added Security and Online Control - Increased card and
driver restrictions with a click of the mouse.
• Fleet Maintenance - 15% discount Valvoline Instant Oil
Changes with your SuperFleet Card.
• Free Access to SuperFleet Manager Online
Sign up today and benefit from the 10¢ or 5¢ off per gallon
for the first 90 days discount, for NEW applicants only
promotion, using SuperFleet!!!
After the 90 days promotions is over then receive the
current association discount of 3¢ per gallon!!! Again all of
this at no cost to you. These discounts can add up to your
membership fees quickly!!!
For an application, please contact Bill Richards at APSA
of Illinois today at (800) 369-2964 or call Vince Gelsomino,
with Speedway, LLC at (815) 409-2355. More information is
available at www.superfleet.net. SuperFleet now accepted
at over 7,000 locations nationwide.
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PRESORT STANDARD
US Postage Paid
Springfield IL
Permit No. 224
APSA of Illinois
6450 S Sixth St Rd
Springfield IL 62712-6818
ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED