Share the Road Report

By Bill Kingsley

“While in your vehicle, if your cell phone rings pull over to answer it – or better yet let it go to voice mail. It can wait.” – Steve Williams

First off… Thanks to all our Members and STR Instructors for attending one of the STR Breakout Sessions at the recent Officer Training. I appreciate the time you took to attend, your interest and commitment to promote our Program!

While at Office Training I spoke with four members who are very interested in becoming Instructors. I look forward to having you on our Instructor Team. Thank you again for your interest and commitment to teach STR!

We were able to see the new ABATE of WI website. It is a much cleaner layout and very easy to navigate through it to find pertinent information. Thanks to all who made contributions to this project. Now that the website has gone live, you will find all the key STR supporting material and resources on the website. The STR video is on the bottom of each page.

The STR video is in the middle of the STR page and even easier to find and use. Additionally, you will find an overview of the program and links to many of the STR documents. I have separated the documents into 3 areas; Share the Road Documents, Drivers’ Educator / School Documents and STR Instructor Documents. Simply click on the name of the file you are interested in and a PDF version will appear and be available to download or print for your needs.

STR Forms / Video / PowerPoint. In addition to the STR resources noted above, the most current editable forms and PowerPoint are also cloud based. If necessary, contact me to gain access these documents. The STR video is available on DVD and on YouTube. This PowerPoint is available on YouTube. You can easily find these two training presentations on YouTube by typing in “ABATE of Wisconsin” in the search window. These videos should be at the top of the results list. The STR DVD is available through the Share The Road District Coordinators (STRDCs) or myself. Contact us if you need one.

STR Presentation Hardware. There are now some laptops and projectors available. Contact me in you are in need.

We are always looking for additional equipment… especially laptops and presentation projectors for our Instructors. If you have a laptop or presentation projector that you no longer use, the STR Program will put your old device to good use. I would certainly appreciate it – as would any of our STRI in need. Contact one of our STRI, DC or me to donate your equipment.

STRI / District Coordinators. Jerry “Fat Kat” Klatt (District 3 STR Coordinator) will be stepping away from the STR Program after many years of involvement. Thank you, Fat Kat, for all your time, effort and successes in training STR! You have had a positive impact in keeping us safe as we ride. Sue Vertz has graciously accepted taking over as District 3 STR Coordinator. Thank you Sue for stepping up!

District Coordinator Positions open in Districts 1, 2, 5 and 8. If you are interested please contact me.

STRI Gear. NOTE – STR Instructors will now be able to create their own Gear using approved ABATE logos, transfers, etc. at your own selected local or online provider. I will coordinate your requests with our Products Directors (Stephanie and Dawn). Contact me for more information.

One last thing…. Thanks to all our STR Instructors for your ongoing efforts to teach our STR Program. I appreciate your time, commitment, and the positive impact you have in making our roadways safer!

See you at the next Big One…