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What
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A.B.A.T.E. of South Dakota? |
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What
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A.B.A.T.E. of South Dakota? |
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Our
organization serves to:
Act as a watchdog to warn members against adverse motorcycle legislation and to promote favorable legislation for motorcyclists at local, state and federal levels.
Improve road conditions, thus making roads safer for motorcyclists
Help prevent accidents through rider awareness and education.
Discourage motorcycle thefts.
Promote political involvement of motorcyclists.
Act as a liaison between motorcyclists and government authorities.
Present and promote a better public image of motorcyclists.
That
sounds impressive, but how are these things accomplished?
A.B.A.T.E.
of SOUTH DAKOTA is organized into local chapters that have been organized by
motorcyclists, like you, to promote a positive image of motorcycling. This is
accomplished through local, civil charitable and benevolent causes, pooling of
resources for the common benefit of members, and promoting political awareness.
A.B.A.T.E. is in Pierre to monitor legislation and testify in your behalf during
Senate and House hearings. A.B.A.T.E.collects, processes, and exchanges
information that may concern you or substantiate
our views. This information is placed in your hands through a monthly newsletter.
Who
is A.B.A.T.E.?
Motorcyclists and those persons interested in motorcycle legislation
Persons who are 18 years or older, regardless of race, creed, color or sex.
Persons
who own various brands, makes, styles, and sizes of motorcycles, or those who
don’t own a motorcycle at all.
What
else does A.B.A.T.E. have to offer me?
A.B.A.T.E. offers it’s members the local chapter involvement, an organization newsletter, a membership card, discounts on goods and services through supporting businesses, and an annual social hour duringthe Sturgis Rally. We are continually trying to enhance and expand membership benefits
Sounds
pretty good so far. How do I join? Do I have to have to prospect?
NO!
A.B.A.T.E. IS NOT A CLUB!!
A.B.A.T.E.
is an organization designed for all riders. You pay a yearly membership fee and
get as much out to the organization as you put into it. There are no mandatory
obligations. Brotherhood is something personal, earned between people; you
cannot buy brotherhood with your membership. You may find brothers through
A.B.A.T.E., however not every member will be your brother. A.B.A.T.E. chapters
provide the means for independent riders to come together for a common cause, to
exchange ideas and have fun with other area motorcyclists. Chapters and chapter
members provide the support organizational goals and responsibilities and help
the membership in general.needed to meet
Still
sounds like a good deal, but where does my money go?
Your
membership dues are divided between chapter, state and IMPAC. $5 stays in the
chapter, $5 to IMPAC and the balance to the state for administration and
newsletter printing, publication and postage. If the need arises, state funds
could and would be transferred to IMPAC for legislative
activities.
IMPAC
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Informed
Motorcyclist Political Action Committee,
This
money cannot be
used for any other
reason than political, i.e. to fight for our rights.
Membership
Privileges
As
a member of A.B.A.T.E. of South Dakota, you receive a monthly newsletter, and
active voice in our organization and of course your membership card. Mostly, you
receive the gratification of knowing you are fighting for your rights.
A.B.A.T.E.
of South Dakota is a legitimate non-profit corporation. Our organization
complies with the guidelines required for such a corporation. We have also taken
the precaution of having all officers bonded against theft and embezzlement for
up to $25,000. We are as protected as possible against rip-off.
Copyright © 2004 [ABATE of the
Black Hills]. All rights reserved.
Revised: March 2, 2003