IRP Inc Report IFTA Inc Annual Business Meeting

IRP, Inc. Report IFTA, Inc. Annual Business Meeting New Orleans, LA July 18, 2008

Reuters, Apr. 11, 2008: “IRP has been a red tape cutting dream come true for interstate trucking and bus companies. It has eliminated countless duplicate rules and regulations. " – Darren Berg, NTR Western.

IRP, Inc. Vision IRP, Inc. will positively impact safe, efficient and effective operation of commercial motor vehicles in North America.

IRP, Inc. Mission The mission of IRP, Inc. is to serve as the repository of the International Registration Plan (Plan) and improve Plan compliance by providing quality member services, education, and information. IRP, Inc. will also serve as a catalyst for positive, effective change with respect to commercial motor vehicle issues.

Membership Survey Important Issues to Address 1. Consistency in Plan implementation (91%) 2. Clarity in definition of mandatory requirements (65%) 3. How new technologies will affect Plan enforcement and auditing (63%) 4. Relationship with law enforcement (40%) 5. Closer ties to federal agencies (33%)

Survey Recommendations 1. Web Training Especially in high-turnover areas 2. Peer Communication How decisions are reached 3. Mentor young members for future leadership 4. Governance Review structure Succession planning Hold committees accountable for goals Continued …

Survey Recommendations 5. Greater Industry Presence Training carriers on compliance will benefit jurisdictions 6. Education and Training Create more time at meetings for networking 7. Communication Evaluate current communications and define IRP-responsible areas

Top 4 Strategic Objectives OBJECTIVE Build the Organization’s Image and Presence STRATEGIC IMPORTANCE URGENCY 16% 9% 13. 50% 16. 50% Identify and Define Areas Where IRP, Inc. can be a Catalyst for Positive Change in Commercial Motor Vehicle Issues in NA 11% 13. 50% Improve Industry Participation in IRP, Inc. 10% 3% 9. 50% 5% Improve Industry Compliance with the Plan 9% 4% Improve Jurisdiction Compliance with the Plan 8% 10. 50% Improve Member Participation in IRP, Inc. 6% 2% Sustain Strong IRP Financial Position 6% 7% Develop Business Continuity Plan for IRP, Inc. 5. 50% 18% Increase Participation and Usability of IRP Clearinghouse 4. 50% 11% Implement Revised Plan Determine a Strategy for Mexican Participation in the Plan.

Plan Rewrite • One of the most significant projects in the history of IRP, Inc. • Two year process • Clarify ambiguities • Keep current with technology • Allow for Mexico to participate

Top 16 Plan Rewrite Changes Summary of top 16 changes to the Plan Go to: www. irpinc. org Ø Publications Ø The Plan Ø Quick Reference Guide

Top 16 Plan Rewrite Changes • • Definition - Apportionable Vehicle Definition - Reporting Period Definition - Residence Section 305 – Selection of Base Jurisdictions Section 315 – Application Process Section 320 – Distance Estimates Section 325 – Variances of Weight Section 405 – Calculation of Apportion Percentages

Top 16 Plan Rewrite Changes • • • Section 415 – Added Jurisdictions Section 420 – New Fleets Section 430 – Fleet Consolidation Section 505 – Cancellation of Registration Section 600 – Credentials for Apportion Registration • Section 610 – Contents on the Cab Card • Section 615 – Plates of Withdrawn Vehicles • Section 620 – Temporary Evidence of Apportioned Registration

Clearinghouse • 51 jurisdictions participating – Quebec joined in June • Two in testing

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EFT Funding Totals

Webinars IRP 101 2/28/08: 158 people representing 26 jurisdictions 5/15/08: 49 people representing 20 jurisdictions IRP, Inc. Web Site Overview 6/26/08: 17 connections* representing 9 jurisdictions *More than one person may have attended from each connection.

IRP, Inc. Web Improvements Improved layout for the Fee Schedules page.

New Discussion Groups Channel Board and Committee Share. Point Sites

First IRP, Inc. Dues Increase • Membership dues change effective October 1, 2008 for FY 09 • Average increase 6. 6% • Combines dues and Clearinghouse fees • First dues increase in IRP history

On the Horizon • Clearinghouse Modernization to. NET • Compliance Working Group – Extension of 3% Audit Study • Additional Webinars – Estimated Distance – Basing Requirements