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XCIV Edition May 2007

Gasoline Retailers Association of Florida

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Gasoline Retailers Association of Florida is a non-profit association representing Independent Gasoline Retailers, Convenience Stores, Gasoline Service Stations, Repair Shops, Tire Retailers, Truck Stops and Associates throughout Florida. Our goal is to improve the interests of these independent businesses and the motoring public. Cooperation with insurance companies provides benefits for our members. These benefits include money-saving programs for group health, workers' compensation, casualty, property and gasoline tank liability insurance. Benefits also include financing to purchase your gasoline station property and much more.

Join the Gasoline Retailers Association of Florida and help in the fight to keep the

Motor Fuel Marketing Practices Act of Florida (Below Cost) law.

Make an important investment in your business future for less than $1 a day.

As Pump Prices Rise, Drivers’ Reactions Mild

During the late 1970s, most Americans sacrificed some of their pleasure jaunts in their cars in the face of OPEC oil shocks and lines at gasoline stations. But today, as Americans start the sixth year of increasing oil and gasoline prices, their driving habits have not been markedly changed. What’s somewhat surprising is that, in recent weeks, gasoline consumption has increased.

Pat Moricca

A recent study that Christopher Knittel, an economics professor at the University of California, Davis, helped write revealed that each time gasoline prices jumped 20 percent during November 1975 to November 1980, motorists changed their driving behavior by decreasing gasoline consumption by 6 percent per capita nationwide, the newspaper reports.

However, when prices rose 20 percent during March 2001 to March 2006, drivers cut consumption a mere 1 percent. While prices swung up and down seasonally during both periods, Knittel said the two periods were comparable because regular gasoline prices increased in both periods by about 66 percent, to $2.50 from $1.50 in real terms, set at 2000 dollars.

“One would think that with prices up over the last few years, people would drive less, but that’s not the case,” Aaron Brady, an expert on gasoline refining and consumption at Cambridge Energy Research Associates, told the newspaper. “Demand is up over the last year.”

“Our preferences have changed over the years and we are much more willing to continue our driving habits in the face of price increases,” said Knittel, who studies driver response to gas price increases. “Unlike the 1970s when people did drive less, data shows people now are not taking the extra step to conserve.”

The consumers have to conserve gasoline for prices to stabilize or come down. As long as the consumer is willing to pay the increases; the oil companies will continue to increase gasoline prices; (conserve, conserve, conserve).

The volatile conditions are the most important reason why we need to reduce our dependency in the Middle East and more aggressively change to alternative fuels.

Wholesale gasoline prices increased (spiked) approximately 82 cents a gallon from January 30, 2007 to April 30, 2007! At the same time crude oil prices averaged approximately from $57 to $66 a barrel during the same period. On April 30, 2007 NYMEX Light Sweet crude oil opened at 66.46.

For every $1 increase or decrease in crude oil prices represents approximately 3 cents a gallon to the price of wholesale gasoline. Gasoline prices have increased disproportionately in comparison to the price increases per barrel of [crude] oil. Record profits are being made at the expense of American consumers with skyrocketing prices.

ConocoPhillips Reports Gains on Asset Sales

Houston -- First quarter net income rose 7.7 percent for ConocoPhillips, the third largest U.S. oil company, due to gains on the sale of assets balanced lower energy prices and rising costs, Bloomberg News reported. Earnings for the company reached $3.55 billion, compared to the $3.29 billion seen a year prior.

Gasoline demand is rising at a faster pace than it has in the past couple of years, and that's obviously going to benefit the refining margins as well.

ExxonMobil 1Q profit rises 10 percent

New York -- ExxonMobil Corp., the world's largest publicly traded oil company, said Thursday its net income grew 10 percent in the first quarter.

The earnings of $9.3 billion on revenue of $87.2 billion were the company's highest ever for the first quarter.

Last year, the Irving, Texas-based company posted the largest annual profit by a U.S. company $39.5 billion. That result topped the previous record, also by ExxonMobil, of $36.13 billion set in 2005.

Chevron Exec: Ethanol Means No New Refineries

Washington - A top Chevron Corp. executive recently told The Associated Press that the push to displace as much as a fifth of the country's gasoline with ethanol will make it less likely the industry will build new domestic refineries, which will contradict the goal to gain greater energy independence from imports.

"We'll take all the ethanol that corn grower’s produce. We'll use that enthusiastically" as a 10-percent blend with gasoline, Peter J. Robertson, Chevron's vice chairman, said. But he questions whether a 20-percent reduction in gasoline use, largely by substituting ethanol, can be achieved by 2017.

The push for greater use of ethanol now made from corn, but presumed to be produced from switchgrass and other cellulosic sources in the future has been framed largely in the context of a need for greater energy independence from imports. But so has the need for more domestic refineries.

Some lawmakers have cited the shortage of U.S. refining capacity as one reason for high gasoline prices, and the recent run-up in gasoline costs has been partly linked to unexpected refinery shutdowns, according to the AP.

No new U.S. refinery has been built since the 1970s. U.S. demand for gasoline consistently requires some imports.

When asked if the company might invest in a new U.S. refinery, Robertson answered: "Why would I invest in a refinery when you're trying to make 20 percent of the gasoline supply ethanol?" and less gasoline will be needed.

It took alternate fuels and 30 plus years for the oil companies to realize that new refiners were needed to increase the capacity of available fuel$?

High Cost of Gasoline

Consumers shop around sometimes to their detriment to save a couple pennies per gallon sometimes turns into a more expensive proposition. To travel 10 minutes to save three cents per gallon and approximately spending $2 to save 50 cents in gasoline. You are spending money to save money.”

Drivers say they are more likely to purchase fuel with credit/debit cards to delay the psychological sting of a costly fill-up. If you miss a payment or don’t pay it off, a $2.50 gallon of gasoline can become a $3.50 a gallon with credit card late fees.

Gas prices traditionally start going up as we head toward summer. A lot of that has to do with consumption and supply and demand as people start driving more.

People may complain about gas prices when they fill up, but they continue to fill up and the oil companies will continue to increase gasoline prices until the consumer starts to conserve. The consumer should complain about high gasoline prices to their elected officials.

The credit card companies are making more money than the people selling the product. Tack on credit card fees, and it's not unusual to see losses selling gasoline. It cost more to sell gasoline on credit/debit card for the gasoline station with the bank card company’s surcharge. At $3 a gallon, approximately 9 cents a gallon goes to the credit card companies. Gasoline retailers dislike higher prices as much as their customers’ do, as margins decrease while costs particularly credit card fees increase.

The oil companies and banks are making record profits on the backs of the consumers’ and the independent gasoline retailers.

U.S. Gasoline Pump Price Up

The U.S. gasoline price at the pump rose during the early weeks of April to an average of $2.79 a gallon the highest price since early September. "The main cause of this hike has been reduced refining-capacity use due to maintenance, unplanned and planned, at a time of strong gasoline demand. Wholesale gasoline futures traded in New York rose on March 30 to the highest price since August amid declining inventories and strengthening demand for the motor fuel. Also, Iran's capture of 15 British sailors and marines on March 23 drove prices higher on concern tensions might lead to disruptions of Persian Gulf crude oil supplies, said the Bloomberg report.

Additionally, U.S. inventories of gasoline fell for an eighth consecutive week in the week ended March 30, the lowest in more than three months, the Energy Department reported on April 4.

Demand for gasoline in the last week of March was 4.7 percent higher than a year earlier, according to the department, and consumption averaged during the past four weeks was 1.7 percent higher than the same period a year earlier, the report stated. Gasoline demand usually peaks between Memorial Day in May and the Labor Day holiday in September. And refinery problems also have kept inventories from increasing.

Valero Energy Corp., the largest U.S. refiner, announced on March 28 that it won't be able to fully restore production this year at its fire-damaged McKee refinery near Sunray, Texas.

The highest price for self-serve regular gasoline was $3.30 a gallon in San Francisco, Lundberg said in the report.

Isn’t it amazing (by design?) how the oil companies refinery maintenance, planned and unplanned is scheduled for one of the strongest gasoline demands of the year.

I’ve reported many times that one would think after 100 years in business; that the oil companies would have plans to compensate for interruptions and schedule maintenance!

Congress Seeks Answers to High Gasoline Prices

"As we approach this year's peak driving season, my subcommittee endeavors to know how the actions of the major oil companies play a role in raising the price of gasoline," Kucinich said in a written statement. "We seek to learn how the realities of decreasing refinery capacity, decreasing gasoline inventories, rising oil company profitability and increasing market concentration in the oil industry may be the root cause of new record-high gasoline prices."

Gasoline prices are stealing away the little discretionary income available to many Americans in this distressed economy.

The letter states that refiners, especially those on the West Coast, have seen margins jump, and are currently making profits of up to $39 per barrel, from the $17 average seen over the past five years.

"The subcommittee wishes to know how these factors of decreasing capacity, decreasing supply, rising profitability and increasing market concentration may be related to cause new record highs in the price of gasoline," the letter stated.

To that end, the letter asks major refiners including BP, Chevron, ExxonMobil, Tesoro, Valero ConocoPhillips and Shell CEOs a number of questions on their plans:

“Congress can no longer sit on the sidelines and watches as escalating prices continue to take a heavy economic toll on consumers and risk further harming our economy.”

* "What is your strategic plan to raise the supply of gasoline for the onset of the peak driving season, which is only weeks away?

* "What steps are you planning to take, and when do you plan to take them, to bring back online refining capacity that you have removed from production? When do you plan to have attained maximum refining capacity?

* "What steps are you planning to take, and when do you plan to take them, to find supply other than your own production to bring your inventory to the national average of up to a 30-day supply. Current inventory supplies may have fallen to only 17 days.

* "What are you projecting your refinery margins to be during peak driving season?"

The letter also asks oil companies on their restrictions on retail dealers that make E85 and other renewable fuels economically infeasible to sell.

The letter was signed by the chairman of the subcommittee, Ohio Representative Dennis Kucinich.

ExxonMobil Chief Gets $18.4M Package

ExxonMobil Corp. Chairman and Chief Executive Rex Tillerson, whose company's $39.5 billion profit last year was the largest ever by a U.S. company, received a compensation package for 2006 valued by the oil giant at about $18.4 million, according to an analysis of a proxy statement filed Wednesday.

The Texas native also received $4,530 in above-market returns on deferred compensation and $482,238 in "other compensation" that included $214,863 for personal security, $102,587 for personal use of company aircraft and $6,659 for club memberships.

Tillerson made more last year than two of his oil-patch counterparts - ConocoPhillips Jim Mulva ($15 million) and Halliburton Co. Dave Lesar ($16.5 million.)

ExxonMobil earned the largest annual profit ever recorded by a U.S. company--$39.09 billion excluding special charges, up 15% from 2005 levels. The previous U.S. record also by ExxonMobil of $36.13 billion set in 2005. Record 2006 earnings reflect a year of unusually high energy prices.

The company's revenue rose to $377.64 billion for the year, surpassing the record $370.68 billion it posted in 2005.

Government Reports Larger Crude Inventories

Crude oil inventories in the U.S. continued to build, according to a government report released Wednesday March 14, but gasoline inventories dropped faster than analysts expected, sparking a jump in prices.

The Energy Information Administration said in its weekly report that U.S. inventories of crude oil rose by 4 million barrels in the week ended March 16. Analysts polled by Dow Jones Newswires expected a slimmer build of 1.4 million barrels.

Gasoline inventories plummeted for the sixth straight week, dropping by 3.4 million barrels. Analysts estimated a smaller decline of 1.6 million barrels of gasoline inventories.

3 Oil Companies in Top 10 of Fortune 500

New York -- The Fortune 500 list of largest corporations showed a number of shakeups among companies' rank on the list, but none larger than the top spot, which saw ExxonMobil, last year's No. 1 company, drop to second place in favor of Wal-Mart, a company that has taken the highest seat for the fifth time in six years.

ExxonMobil earned $347.25 billion in revenue and $39.5 billion in profits in 2006, outpacing Wal-Mart in profit, but not in revenue, where the retail giant generated $351.1 billion in 2006. ExxonMobil topped the list of Top 20 Most Profitable Companies within the Top 500, due to high crude oil prices, according to Fortune.

A number of other energy and petroleum companies achieved spots on Fortune Magazine's Fortune 500 list of largest corporations, including Top 10 finishers Chevron and ConocoPhillips. Chevron, with $200.5 billion in revenue, narrowly beat out ConocoPhillips for fourth place on the list, the same seat it held in 2006. ConocoPhillips moved up one spot from last year to fifth place, with $172.4 billion in revenue, and placed eighth on the list of Most Profitable Companies.

Top 10 includes ExxonMobil, Chevron and ConocoPhillips; top 100 Valero Energy, Marathon Oil, Sunoco and Hess Oil; top 200 Tesoro, Murphy Oil and Wal-Mart.

Senate Seeks Big Boost to Ethanol Mandate

Wash- Oil refiners would have to triple their use of ethanol over the next decade, under proposed legislation in the Senate.

The legislation, currently before the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, would require use of 18 billion gallons of biofuels by 2016 and 36 billion gallons by 2022. Fifteen billion gallons of that biofuel each year would have to come from sources other than corn, such as crop residue, switchgrass and forestry waste. “We need to reduce our dependence on fossil fuels and this is a step toward doing that,” said committee Chairman Jeff Bingaman (D-NM) to the Des Moines Register.

The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee is scheduled to hold a hearing on the legislation in April.

Under current law, refiners are required to use 7.5 billion gallons of biofuels by 2012, a level that will be exceeded well before then. Motorists are expected to use more than 6 billion gallons of corn-derived ethanol this year, according to the

Renewable Fuels Association.

In the near term, the pending legislation would require a rapid in the use of renewable fuels for calendar year 2008 to 8.5 billion gallons. This is significantly more than what the industry is prepared to produce in 2007. The Renewable Fuels Association reports on its Web site that domestic ethanol production capacity currently stands at 4.48 billion gallons per year, with another 1.89 billion gallons of capacity under construction.

Critics say producing more ethanol is not economically feasible. And although ethanol is a popular issue in Congress, especially with farm-state lawmakers, even the ethanol industry is worried about raising the existing mandate. Industry representatives say they have more immediate concerns, including extending tax credits that subsidize ethanol and biodiesel and increasing the number of service stations that E-85.

Price Gouging Gasoline Bill

Rep. Bart Stupak, Mich., along with 85 other House members, has introduced a bill that would establish the first federal law against price gouging by oil and gas companies, imposing criminal penalties and fines of up to $150 million for companies and $2 million on individuals, who could also face jail sentences.

"There is nothing in the legislation that would restrict the supply of oil to this country," said Stupak. "All we're saying is: Just justify your costs, if you can justify your costs, you have no fear of this legislation."

Stupak's bill would give the Federal Trade Commission the power to investigate and fine companies and people who hike the price of energy. The rules would cover gasoline, heating oil, natural gas, crude oil and propane.

FTC Chairwoman Deborah Platt Majoras has said a federal law against oil company price gouging would be difficult to enforce and could hurt consumers by causing fuel shortages.

Nevertheless, she predicted in November that Congress would pass a gasoline price-gouging law despite her warnings that the country doesn't need one. Twenty-nine states have price gouging statutes, but they vary widely and some go into effect only in the event of an emergency.

A Notice To Non Members

Anyone who is not a member of the Gasoline Retailers Association of Florida should be concerned about how our adversaries are trying to eliminate the independent gasoline retailer.

Bill SB 2076 contains a provision expanding the use of bio-diesel and ethanol contains language that says if anyone is retailing these renewable fuels they will be exempt from the provisions in the “Motor Fuel Marketing Practices Act” (Below Cost). Wal-Mart and Murphy Oil Company etc. have been trying to eliminate the “Motor Fuel Marketing Practices Act” for many years and have spent millions.

HB 1037states that by October of this year there will be a mandate that all diesel fuel sold in the state of Florida must contain at least 5% bio-diesel. If SB 2076 and HB 1037 become law; any motor fuel containing ethanol will be exempt from the “Motor Fuel Marketing Practices Act” (Below Cost).

There is also a move by Miami-Dade County seeking the elimination of preemption language in the generator bill so they can pass an ordinance requiring every gasoline retailer and petroleum facility to install a fixed generator. If they are successful, there will be additional efforts by other cities and counties to seek the same relief and that is just the tip of the iceberg. Join the Gasoline Retailers Association of Florida and have a strong voice in Tallahassee. It’s important to let our legislators know about our concerns.

Join the Gasoline Retailers Association of Florida and help in the fight to keep the Motor Fuel Marketing Practices Act of Florida (Below Cost) law. Make an important investment in your business future for less than $1 a day.

A Special Olympic Champion

The Seminole County Special Olympics, the cheerleading team and especially their parents thank Ranwa “Nin” El-Khoury for all her dedication and extraordinary compassion on behalf of those with differing abilities. A special thank you for the many lives she has touched, with her beautiful smile and caring heart, she always encouraging and inspiring each to “to believe in themselves”! It is no wonder that her commitment and her enthusiasm has brought the Seminole County Special Olympics cheerleading team to the highest level of competition – in March the “Sparklers” participated in JamFest, a national competition in Ft Lauderdale. Nin truly is helping to “live their dreams”!

Asked what inspires her, and without hesitation, she would proudly say it is her brother “Bubba” who has Down Syndrome, who has been her true “hero”! Ranwa “Nin” called Nin by her friends, colleagues and admirers, works for the City of Altamonte Springs (FL) Recreation dept, where she has developed many special needs programs, including, monthly dances, trips, camps and other “special” events. Besides being head coach for the cheerleaders, she is involved year-round with the Special Olympics, as a coach for swimming, gymnastics, volleyball and basketball. And if that wasn’t enough, Nin also as a member of the Management Team, serving on the Outreach and Fundraising Committees. Nin constantly promotes the physical, emotional, and social growth of all those she comes in contact with. But stating that does not begin to describe the love, affection, and respect that Nin has for those regardless of their abilities. Thank You Nin for touching the lives of so many…with your care and love… and all your smiles!

Meadowbrook Insurance Group Workers’ Compensation dividend program

The Gasoline Retailers Association of Florida proudly sponsors Meadowbrook Insurance Group as its source for workers’ compensation insurance. Meadowbrook Insurance Group Workers’ Compensation is available to the Gasoline Retailers Association of Florida membership. A.M. Best Company rating “A-“Excellent

For more Information contact:

Cindy Winternitz 800-575-1816 or Pat Moricca 407-774-9700.

Gasoline Retailers Association of Florida-Meadowbrook Group Workers’ compensation dividend program has produced a dividend on paid premiums for eight out of the last nine years.

New Address and telephone numbers

Direct Phone 305-789-2789

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2009 Tank System Upgrade Requirements

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INSURANCE RECOMMENDATIONS

The last minute policy renewal quote:

By waiting till the very last minute it will prevent the insured (you) from being able to shop for a lower cost policy. Below are a couple tips to help you get the best deal on insurance.

Liability: At least six weeks before your policy expires, seek out competitive quotes from at least one

additional agent/company. You will need to know your current policy coverage and terms to get competitive information.

Gasoline Retailers Association of Florida’s/Insurance Office of America’s money saving programs and a complete

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Contact Glen Esbjorn from the Insurance Office of America for your insurance needs @ (800) 242-6899 (407) 788-3000 or Pat Moricca @ (407) 774-9700

For Group Health Insurance: Contact Lauren Wallace 800-243-6899 ext 5440 for information.

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Safehouse of Seminole Domestic violence is a social issue, which crosses all boundaries and threatens the very fabric of our society. At Safehouse of Seminole, we are dedicated to breaking this cycle of violence through our shelter and community outreach programs. Our crisis line and shelter programs provide victims and their children with the resources they need to begin healing from past and preparing for their future. Believing that education and awareness are vital tools for change, we provide educational programs in Seminole County Schools and other community organizations. 24-Hour Crisis Line 407-330-3933.

Safehouse of Seminole needs your donations

Your contribution to Safehouse may be tax deductible on your annual tax return, as Safehouse is an organization of the type described in section 509(a)(1) and 170(b)(A)(vi) under the Internal Revenue Code. Our registration number is SC-05086.

Safehouse of Seminole Wish List:

Personal Needs – Bedding Needs – Baby Food & Needs -- School Needs – Grocery/Kitchen/Cleaning Needs – Holiday Needs – Miscellaneous Items for everyday Needs!

Contact the Safehouse of Seminole @ 407-302-5220 for a copy of their Wish List.

Please make checks payable to and mail to

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When the Government Wants Your Property You Have Rights

But You May Also Have Obligations:

You receive a letter from a governing entity (state, county, city, etc.) saying your property, or part of it, is needed for the improvement or widening of Main Street, Anytown, Florida. In a state growing at an exponential rate with, seemingly, every other road under construction, this is becoming a common occurrence. The purpose of this article is to present an outline of the process involved when the government uses its power. This process is often referred to as condemnation and owners and businesses have rights provided under Florida law.

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Residents trying to hang onto their homes in a working-class neighborhood of New London, Conn., are waging a battle in the Supreme Court over their city government's attempt to seize property for private economic development. Susette Kelo and several other homeowners filed a lawsuit after city officials announced plans to bulldoze their residences to clear the way for a riverfront hotel, health club and offices. The residents refused to move, arguing it was an unconstitutional taking of their property.

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For more information, contact the Gasoline Retailers Association of Florida office at 407-774-9700.

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"Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible; and suddenly you’re doing the impossible."

 Francis of Assisi

"When one door closes another door opens; but we so often look so long and so regretfully upon the closed door, that we do not see the ones which open for us."

Alexander Graham Bell

Down Syndrome Association of Central Florida needs ‘Donated Office/Meeting Room’

The Down Syndrome Association of Central Florida is the leading voice for individuals with Down syndrome and their families. We offer hope, encouragement and acceptance through advocacy, education and awareness so that each may realize their potential as members of our community.

For information, 407-540-1121 web site

Special Olympics Seminole County

Through successful sports training and competition, Special Olympics athletes develop physically, socially, and physiologically. The positive experiences the athletes have and ongoing Special Olympics programs builds confidence and self image, which carries over into all aspects of their lives.

Special Olympics Seminole County web site or 407-263-8043 for information

“Angels Among Us” Show Time

Sunday May 6, 2007 show at St. Mary Magdalen Church 861 Maitland Ave. Altamonte Springs, FL has been canceled and rescheduled for the Fall.

St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church

Altamonte Springs Florida

A Unique Stars Theatre Program

Fr. Tom Smith’s

“Angels Among Us”

With 26 Unique Special Angels of all Ages

Katie Byrnes Terry McDonald

Katie Moricca Eileen Jefferson

Joe Nasehi Erin Maciarz

Meggan Van Loon Eddie Penedo

Kristin Costanzo Lisa Ramos

Shawn Seaver Nataly Hernandez

Angel Resende Kimberly Culley

Courtney Coil Adriana Kenney

John Ferry Alicia Cepero

Victoria Aldred Bret Jones

Charbel Elkhoury Mark Preston

Patti Wittick Ashley Magill

Michael Martin Joshua Borbolla

CAST

Father Tom - Diane Della Piazza

Lisa Cioffi - Frank Corso

Produced and Directed by Elsie Doughty

A must-see!

For information, please contact

Father Tom Smith @ (407) 695-1720

‘Angels Among Us’ shows have received GREAT REVIEWS. Comments from people; I never saw any performance like it; I was moved by the special angels; Everyone should see the show; It brought tears of joy to my eyes; It is a heart-warming experience that makes you feel better as a human being; A classic and much more.

Question Box?

Who gave our country the name, the United States of America?

Answer: [pic]

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