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Racing Promotion Monthly
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Issue 47.03
Let There Be Light(s), Bill Bader v. State Of Ohio;Not So Merry In Maribel, 141 Spwy. v. County;Idea File: Concession, PR, Money, Race & Tech
Racing Promotion Monthly
The Idea Newsletter For Auto Racing Promoters
P4 Feature: Let There Be Light(s), Summit’s Bader Versus State Of Ohio.P8 RPM IdeaFile: Money Tips.P9 RPM IdeaFile: Emergency PR Tips.P10 RPM Calendar: 45th Annual Workshops Dates & Locations.P11 Feature: Not So Merry In Maribel, Conditional Permit Issues.P11 Idea File: Race & Tech, Legalert: Guide To Emergency Planning.P14 INEX Update: Passings: Rogers, Potts; Appointments: Lysakowski.P14 Flashback: RPM April 1999, Press Relations.P16 RPM IdeaFile: Prep For The Health Inspector.P16 Workshops Sponsors: Your First Choice For Products, Services.P19 Workshops Directory: Workshops Exhibitors.
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Let There Be Light(s), Bill Bader v. State Of Ohio; Not So Merry In Maribel, Conditional Use Issues.
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Summit Motorsports Park (OH), the Bader family’s nationally known dragstrip, working with RPM Workshops exhibitor MUSCO lighting, has been upgrading its lighting since the late 1990s. With the completion of the latest phase last year, Bill Bader unexpectedly found himself in hot water with the FAA
and the Ohio DOT, courtesy of a local airport advocacy group. Seems three of his poles violate FAA regulations for their height on the fringe of the airport runway which is adjacent to the dragstrip. The Ohio DOT holds that the poles must be removed. Bader has reached an impasse (More, P6)
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with the authorities as a solution is sought--one that allows the poles to remain. The lighting is a contractual, insurance, safety, and TV production, requirement for his NHRA national event. Bader has an excellent relationship with the airport and its neighbors, but the controversy arose after an airport “friends” group (which Bader tells RPM has just seven members and no authority of any kind) alerted the FAA, forwarding a Summit
Motorsports Park news release announcing the final phase of the lighting upgrade plan. Summit’s big-end runoff area is actually on airport property. And, the airport’s property is used for fan access during the strip’s big events. Bader said the airport is a local airport with 17 resident aircraft and counts barely 250 landings and takeoffs each year, limited by visual flight rules. Bader told RPM his poles are (More, P8)
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230 feet from the runway’s edge and over 500 feet shorter than the minimum flight altitude required of pilots on approach to the airport under such rules. So far, the Ohio DOT, which enforces FAA regulations, is inflexible, even after Bader proposed to mark the light poles with beacons and stripes just as are many tall structures in proximity to airfields. Bader argues that there are many other Ohio airstrip-related issues
mitigated by these measures. A hearing was held in October 2016. The state was unmoved. Bader did not appeal the ruling on attorney’s advice. The time limit for appeals has expired. Bader now awaits a response from the state, which he presumes will require removal of the poles. Bader admits the poles violate FAA rules, and thus Ohio regs, a punishable misdemeanor, though he said he did not uncover that fact during (More, P9)
Where Future Staff Comes From! How many times a season do you see young fans mimicking your starter with flags? Why not give them their own starters stand? Make them part of your show. At worst, in a few years they’ll become paying fans, and at best they’ll become your next starter. This image taken at Jeff Lemiesz‘ Oshkosh (WI) Speedzone. (RPM File Photo)
Keep Nightly Records... Keep beginning and ending concession amounts to compute the nightly sales and a check against income. Let staff know you are checking. Tally pit sheets to compare to gate income. Walk the pits counting people to check against the sign-in sheets. Record start and end ticket numbers to check on ticket sellers. Compare major inventory items sold to the crowd for future reference, but don’t overanalyze. Rule of thumb: only analyze something when you come up with a suspect answer, and you can do something to correct it.
IdeaFileMONEY TIPS
planning or construction. With the help of USMA (United States Motorsport Association) and others, he is lobbying the state for a solution. He now plans a full-court, PR press to plead his case to state authorities. Without a satisfactory solution, Bader says the long-term business viability of Summit Motorsports Park is endangered as are the jobs of his full-time and part-time employees and the facility’s immense
positive economic impact on the nearby community. Bader asks RPM’s Ohio readers, promoters, racing officials or enthusiasts to contact their state legislators and express your support for a mutually beneficial solution to the impasse.
Memo From TheEgg On Our Face Department.Despite the excellent work of our crack proofing department, last month’s (More, P11)
Is Your Motorsports Park Park-Like?: It’s surprising what a few flowers can do for a
first impression. They say “We care, we have pride, we want you to enjoy yourself.”
Someone needs to tend them, but they add to the positive image of any track. Photo taken
at the Hadan family’s Eagle (NE) Raceway. (RPM File Photo)
IdeaFileEMERGENCY PRBe Prepared... Designate one media spokesperson for emergencies, someone well-spoken and cool under pressure. Create pre-drafted statements for situations you can use quickly under stress. Be truthful with the press but accentuate the positive. Never answer “no comment.” Always have an answer, but avoid describing circumstances as a “freak accident.” It raises suspicion. Do not describe events. Be wary of leading questions press might ask. Do not speculate. Don’t be afraid to say, “We don’t know, but when we do we’ll have more for you.”
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page 5 headlines said issue 47.02 listed a story on Knoxville Raceway’s clock management while the newsletter included no such story. We apologize to the speedway and to readers and will include the story in a coming issue.
Not So Merry In MaribelConditional use permits have been the bane of racetrack owners for as long as RPM has been published, and two-time
Regional Auto Racing Promoters of the Year the Dan and Scott Ratajczak and Toby Kruse, partners in 141 Speedway (WI), located near Maribel, WI, are finding out how frustrating the conditions of permits can be. They understood the conditions of the permit for their operation and knew some of the conditions had been ignored by prior operators. When they took over the track and continued the (More, P12)
Q: How do we create an emergency plan for our track?A: “Guide For Safety at Motorsports Venues,” also called NFPA 610, published by the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA.org), is the best aid we know of. It covers planning for catastrophic events in competition, on the grounds and events such as weather. It was assembled with input from racing and emergency experts. You can buy it online. It covers the key areas of emergency planning, decision making, communication, planning of (More, P12)
IdeaFileLEGALERT
IdeaFileRACE & TECHTactful Tech... Remember, racing is fun and drivers are hobbyists. Don’t hire bullies for tech. Remember hearing, “Children should be seen and not heard.” The same for tech people. If they do the job right, you’ll probably hear little about them. Tech people should be proactive as educators and mentors, helping drivers pass inspection, preventing DSQs, not enforcers and corrections officers who focus on violators. Be wary of tech people who threaten to teach drivers or teams a lesson. Keep a staff that is polite, respects drivers, and does not play favorites.
Making Memories, Creating Fans: How often do you offer fans the opportunity to have their photo taken with a favorite driver? Whether it’s by means of a junior fan club, or public-area winner’s circle, it will pay dividends in long-term ticket sales. This image was taken at ARCA’s Toledo (OH) Speedway. (RPM File Photo)
operation, they chose to continue operating just as previous owners had, building a compelling schedule and increasing their fan base. As they did, crowds and car counts increased, parking was at a premium, some shows ran to the curfew, and a few beyond. To solve the parking issues, they rented property for overflow parking from neighbors, but as happens, rents increased each year leading them to
seek another solution. They found a landowner across the county highway fronting the speedway that would sell. Dan Ratajczak told RPM it’s his impression that a landowner who then no longer benefited from rent persuaded the county to have a look at the track’s conditional use permit. Now, the 141 partners have been presented with an updated permit with (More, P14)
DISCLAIMER: While these legal questions have been researched, we do not represent this as legal advice. Laws vary. Readers should consult with local counsel in all matters. RPM assumes no responsibility for actions taken because of, or despite, answers appearing herein.
YOU CAN HELP! If you’re are involved in a legal challenge of any kind, or if you know of, or hear of any challenges or challenges to other sports or attractions that could threaten motorsports, call or write RPM editorial offices.
LEGALERT, CONTINUEDcourses of action, crowd management, and more. It includes equipment guidelines, and recommendations for working with local authorities. Your insurance company can also provide information and guidance. Workshops panelists tell promoters that using 610 as a guide to planning is as important as any written doc you create, because it will prompt you to address areas you might otherwise overlook.
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27 conditions, including several new conditions, some difficult to comply with, some that seem arbitrary and undeserved, that fully enforced will make operation more difficult. They appealed the new permit. Non-compliance with the conditions could lead to the county pulling the permit, curtailing racing at the track. With and attorney, they now are seeking a mutually agreeable compromise.
The county seems willing to explore what can be done, but is still concerned about traffic, parking, camping, sound abatement, and fans crossing the county highway during races. Without a resolution as this is written, their attorney’s advice for 2017 is: “Begin your season, business as usual,” clearly a necessity but also a path fraught with unknowns. The (More, P16)
UPDATESPassings: Multi-time Regional Auto Racing Promoter of the Year BRUCE ROGERS, 82, passed away March 26. Starter and publicist JOHN POTTS passed away March 16. RPM offers its condolences to the Rogers and Potts families and to their friends and employees. Appointment: Western PA announcer, publicist, marketing consultant, and popular recent Workshops presenter, MIKE LYSAKOWSKI, has been named promoter of Jennerstown (PA) Speedway.
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FLASHBACKPress Relations, RPM April 1999: Fuzzy PR goals such as, “selling more tickets” or “boosting crowds” are doomed to failure. Start concretely. Set out to establish a working relationship with all the reporters in your area. Find out which papers & stations, and which writers and reporters your fans and racers read. Call them. Buy them lunch. Find out what they know about your track. Ask them what type of information they need, and how
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speedway, Ratajczak said, benefits from much community support in its favor. Local race fans feel betrayed by the county after racing at the county fairgrounds ended last season when Meijer stores acquired county fairgrounds land, the former location of Manitowoc Expo Speedway. Ratajczak hopes this support sways the county enabling a permit more equitable to the track.
The Ordinance ChallengeIn April 2000, with Ron Bennett, municipal attorney and Holland (NY) Motorsports Park owner, we published an enduring piece as relevant now as it was then, entitled “Surmounting The Ordinance Challenge,” offering promoters best practices for reducing the likelihood of regulation and zoning problems. A reprint is linked below for interested readers.DOWNLOAD REPRINT
IdeaFileCONCESSIONSHealth Inspection Prep... Use the checklist your inspectors use. Imagine yourself in their shoes. Walk your stands. Get an outsider's impression. Emphasize food safety to staff. Ensure all staff are on the same page. Translate instructions if you must. Have clear priorities including food time and temperatures, personal hygiene and cross contamination. Reinforce the importance of hand washing. Post signs at all kitchen sinks and in employee restrooms. Review your local health code for any special, local requirements.
FLASHBACK, CONT.they can use it easily. Learn their deadlines. Learn their preferences for copy preparation and image and video requirements. Discover what excites them. It will offer opportunities to get them to your track. If they are a hard sell, invite them to the races--not in an official capacity but as the track’s guest with their family, no strings attached, free of charge. Follow up later to see how you might work together. Goal for this season: Establish a relationship with each reporter. Get weekly box-score results published or broadcast, and have them attend one event. Make sure you walk before you run, and do not be discouraged. Relationship and trust building takes time.
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RADIOS, COMMUNICATIONSAMERICAN ELECTRONICS, INC.www.americanelectronicsinc.comPO Box 301, Greenwood, IN 46142, 800-872-1373Two-way radios, noise-canceling headsets, and accessories designed for speedways, and dragstrips. Exclusive home of the FREEDOM radio and the BOSS II and EARS headsets.
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SANCTIONING GROUPSIMCA-INTERNATIONAL MOTOR CONTEST ASSOCIATIONwww.imca.com1800 West D Street, Vinton, IA 52349, 319-472-2201The nation’s oldest, largest, and leading sanctioning body. We focus on affordable divisions to assist the profitability of our sanctioned facilities and events.
INEX-US LEGENDCARS INTERNATIONALwww.uslegendcars.com5245 NC 49 South, Harrisburg, NC 28075, 704-455-3906Spec racing with INEX. Legends Cars, Bandoleros, Thunder Roadsters, Modifieds. Entry classes that attract new participants. Strict rules enforcement alleviates rules problems. Complete car manufacturing, promotion and rules enforcement.
NASCARwww.nascar.comOne Daytona Blvd., Daytona Beach, FL 32114, 386-310-6272The NASCAR Home Tracks Program offers sanctioning opportunities for weekly racing and touring series events across North America and Europe.
NESMITH RACINGwww.nesmithracing.comPO Box 1436, Cartersville, GA 30120 678-719-8888Sanctions divisions powered by Chevrolet crate engines. (602) Sportsman, (602) Street Stocks, (604) Touring and Weekly Racing Series, (CT525) Super Late Modelss. Builder, marketer of XYG Metric Tubular Street Stock Chassis.
WISSOTA PROMOTERS ASSOCIATIONwww.wissota.orgPO Box 297, Dassel, MN 55325, 320-275-9922A member-driven sanction featuring eight divisions: Late Models, Modifieds, Super Stocks, Midwest Modifieds, Street Stocks and Mod Fours, Pure Stocks and Hornets. As WISSOTA members tracks vote on policies, rules and guide YOUR organization.
WEB DESIGN & HOSTINGFIRETHORN MARKETINGwww.firethornmarketing.com500 N. Estrella Pky, Ste B2-501, Goodyear, AZ 85338, 304-481-9807Developer of custom e-mail marketing campaigns and custom website design. E-commerce specialists.
MYRACEPASS.COMwww.myracepass.com317 South 12th Street, Ste 100, Lincoln, NE 68508, 605-212-9052The ultimate racing resource. Web development, race management systems, online ticket management system, online driver registration, Speednet.
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