http://www.bar.ca.gov/


HMM????

 

What the heck is the BAR? We don't have that up here in Washington (I don't think?) so I am a bit lost concerning that link you posted.

 

Bureau of Automotive Repair

The website pretty much explains it all: http://www.bar.ca.gov/70_SiteWideInf...BAR/index.html

OUR Mission:
To protect and serve California consumers by ensuring a fair and competitive automotive repair marketplace and administering a model motor vehicle emissions reduction program. <-- The part the OP is probably worried about.

OUR Vision:
The Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) will be the recognized leader in protecting consumers in the automotive repair marketplace and promoting continuous improvement in the motor vehicle emissions reduction program.

OUR Values:
As a government agency dedicated to protecting and serving California consumers, the Bureau of Automotive Repair values:

ACCOUNTABILITY-We are accountable to the people of California.

INTEGRITY-We are honest, fair, and respectful of others. We are forthright and deliver on our commitments.

EMPLOYEES-We value and recognize employee contributions and talent.

EFFICIENCY-We diligently identify the best ways to deliver high quality services with the most efficient use of our resources.

EFFECTIVENESS-We make informed decisions that make a difference.

INNOVATION-We value new ideas and concepts, which are fundamental to our successful delivery of services to consumers and the efficient regulation of the automotive marketplace.

 

i was mostly interested in THIS PART

"Per the Governor's Executive Order issued on July 31, 2008 concerning the state budget, Referee and Consumer Assistance Program (CAP) Repair Assistance, and Vehicle Retirement services have been suspended until further notice. We apologize for any inconvenience. Consumers may call the Department of Consumer Affairs, Consumer Information Center at (800) 952-5210. Also, please check our web site periodically to confirm when both Referee and CAP services will resume."

 

"The Plan"

Strategic Plan 2008–2012
Department of Consumer Affairs
Bureau of Automotive Repair

Goals and Objectives
The Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) has adopted the following strategic goals for 2008–2012. As part of the ongoing planning and monitoring process, the stated goals will be reevaluated and adjusted, as necessary, to meet business needs.

Goal One - BAR ’s communication efforts will inform, engage, and empower.

1.1 Partner with academia, community-based organizations, school districts, and industry associations to increase awareness of BAR programs and services.
1.2 Implement the “DriveHealthy.com” message regarding the relationship between vehicle maintenance and air quality.
1.3 Establish performance standards for outreach efforts.
1.4 Implement a redesigned Web site.
1.5 Develop a communications plan to improve the dissemination of relevant information.
1.6 Enhance BAR’s internal communication through the redesign, implementation, and maintenance of its Intranet.

Goal Two - BAR ’s enforcement program will identify and take action against those engaged in illegal and unethical practices.

2.1 Create an intake process for initial review of all automotive repair complaints.
2.2 Institute a model program that assists new automotive repair dealers comply with BAR regulations and statutes.
2.3 Identify opportunities to meet with students and educators at academic institutions and trade schools.
2.4 Expand efforts to interact with the automotive industry on BAR jurisdictional matters.
2.5 Aggressively identify businesses and individuals engaged in unlicensed activity or illegl or unfair business practices.

Goal Three - BAR will implement improvements designed to achieve the vehicle emissions reduction goals of the Smog Check Program.

3.1 Design and implement a new vehicle Emissions Inspection System.
3.2 Partner with local, state, and federal agencies to identify options to reduce mobile source emissions and prevent tampering of emissions control systems.
3.3 Identify new and innovative solutions to improve the effectives of the Smog Check Program.
3.4 Evaluate state disbursement amounts for consumers participating in the Consumer Assistance Program’s Vehicle Retirement option.
3.5 Assess opportunities for expanding the Vehicle Retirement option to include motor vehicles that are currently not eligible for participation.
3.6 Study consumer copayment requirements for participation in the Repair Assistance option of the Consumer Assistance Program.

Goal Four - Increase staff productivity and effectiveness through enhanced recruitment, employee training and business processes.

4.1 Conduct a pay parity survey for the Program Representative series.
4.2 Revise the Program Representative specification to make it current and relevant.
4.3 Develop an employee succession plan.
4.4 Explore strategies for promoting employee career development and advancement.

Goal Five - BAR will license individuals and register businesses in a timely and efficient manner.

5.1 Develop an electronic file imaging process.
5.2 Complete BAR licensing transition to Consumer Affairs System/Applicant Tracking System.
5.3 Implement a system for licensing and registering businesses and applicants online.

 

cliffs?

 

<--- referee assistance. I think i am going to be out of a job.

 

I hope stricter smog, get rid of all these junk rx7s

 

theres too many junk rx7s to get rid of unfortunately...

 

we need more cheap race tracks

 

I thought everyone was just getting drunk and driving modified cars when I heard BAR

 

The amount of prius's on the road greatly outnumbers the amount of 7's on the road we need a break. Thank god we'll have one less person on our ***. So what happens now when you get a ticket for illegal or removed emissions stuff?

 

i think you just take it to a regular smog shop to have them sign it off, and what that means, is you can take it to your boy, pay him a bill or two and be on your merry way.

The laws arnt changing, its just the enforcement of those laws from my understanding.

 

there is not enough cops to enforce all the laws anyways

 

thats way better for the modified car owner than having to go to a ref

 

so referee stations temporarily shut down? does law enforcement know this or will they continue to write referee tickets?

 

they will likely still write the tickets its just a matter of how they will be handled now. hopefully it wont be automatic impound.