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Recyclers News Press
Iowa Automotive Recyclers
Board of Directors Meeting
November 19, 2013—5:15 pm
Teleconference
He suggested we get the concept worked out and ap-
propriate language then Jim can get the support
needed to go forward with this possible code change.
Jim recommended we make a donation to Iowa Sena-
tor Joe Bolkcom to be delivered at a fundraiser this
week. A motion was made by David to give Joe Bolk-
com $1000 from the PAC fund via Jim Piazza with a
2
nd
from Jeff; motion carried.
The Legislative Committee (Mike S. chair, David, Jeff,
Pat, Brent, Andy, and Tracy) will have a conference
call on Tuesday, December 3
rd
at 5:15 p.m. and dis-
cuss the following:
Does the salvage pool collect sales tax on sales to
the general public?
How many salvage title cars are sold at pools in
Iowa?
Summary/history of the California law (Jessica
from ARA will provide).
Are auction houses retailers or wholesalers and
do they have sales tax permits?
Is there a portion of the code that says salvage
title cars do not pay sales tax?
DOT Meeting update – Jim Piazza reported on a re-
cent conversation with Paul Steier, DOT, in which
Paul informed Jim that the DOT is waiting on the Iowa
NMVTIS until an online electronic system is operating.
Mike S. suggested Jim let Bill Bauch, Consumer Pro-
tection Division, know of this delay. Also, Jim will of-
fer volunteer board member(s) to participate in the
DOT pilot program.
Other Business – Sue brought up a presentation she
and Mike S. attended at the ARA convention in which
they learned about an EBay motors business that
ships to other countries. It will be discussed further at
an upcoming board meeting.
Brent made a motion to adjourn with a 2
nd
from Jeff.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:47 p.m.
Respectfully submitted
Jeff Smid
Jeff Smid, Secretary
