Dr. Moore
To Serve, Not To Be Served
As proud Americans, we recognize the selfless service and ultimate sacrifices of our nation's Armed Forces. We particularly render special tribute to the Wounded Warriors and their special needs. To these severely injured defenders of liberty, we promise to commit material resources; we pledge to elevate their plight to a caring community and help reintegrate Wounded Warriors into civilian life.
One night while watching the evening news, a group of veterans and brothers were moved by the difficult stories of the first wounded service members returning home from Afghanistan and Iraq. They realized then and there that something needed to be done for these brave individuals beyond the brass bands and ticker tape parades. The resulting objective was to provide tangible support for the severely wounded and help them on the road to healing, both physically and mentally. What had been initially viewed as a small contribution (compared with what the warriors had sacrificed while serving our country) has become WWP's signature program:"WWP backpacks delivered bedside to wounded warriors."
Knights are Catholic men, 18 years of age and older, who are committed to making their community a better place, while supporting their Church. Being a Knight is more than camaraderie; it is being involved with your community; it is supporting your local Catholic Church, while enhancing your own faith; it is about protecting and enhancing your family life.
The Tank Pull is a Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus event, and the primary purpose of the Fourth Degree is to foster the spirit of patriotism and service to our veterans.
Contact Us
or call Sean Hughes at (201) 532-8555 cell.
Knights Of Columbus
ARMY TANK PULL CHALLENGE 2010
Sunday, September 12, 2010
8 AM to 4 PM
rain or shine!
tankpullk
Register online at www.tankpullkofc.org
or call 973-472-0061
Clifton Avenue, Clifton, NJ
Between St. James Place and Olga B Terrace
GPS coordinates 1100 Clifton Avenue
Come and enjoy the Tank Pull Competition,
entertainment, food, and free parking!
Register Here!
HOW
Team Captains must register your team online. All Tank Pull event communication shall be managed through the Team Captain via email.
ALL TEAMS must submit the minimum $1,500 by 8/1/2010 in order to compete and get a pre-assigned Tank Pull Time.
Eighty Five percent of the proceeds benefit the Wounded Warrior Project and Veterans. Fifteen percent of the proceeds benefit the Knight Of Columbus and their charities.
If you cannot join a team to pull the 80,000 lb truck mounted tank, please volunteer
your time for this worthy event or make a tax deductible donation to the
Knights of Columbus - Tank Pull 797 Valley Road, Clifton, NJ 07013
COMPETITION:
1. FASTEST PULL (timed):
An official starts the clock.
Entire team pulls tank to the 12 foot mark.
2. LOWEST COMBINED WEIGHT PULL (2 minute limit)
Start with fewest members you choose, add members until the 12 foot pull is completed or the 2 minute limit is reached, whichever comes first. All members who participate the Lowest Combined Weight Pull will immediately be escorted to the scale to be weighted. PULLERS MAY NOT REMOVE ANYTHING from their person; they must be weight 'as is'.
Team will be escorted out of the competition area.
3. TOP FUNDRAISER
Teams are encouraged to raise as much money as possible prior to the event. Cutoff of donations will be 12 noon on the day of the event.
The top three teams in all categories will be honored in post-event ceremonies.
RULES:
1. Maximum number of team member in competition is 20.
2. Each participant may only pull for one team. Team Captain is held responsible for ensuring all participants who pulled for their team will not pull for any other team.
3. If any individual is found to have pulled for more than one team, all teams for whom this individual pulled will be disqualified.
4. Wristbands must be worn at all times by all team members in order to participate.
5. Team Captain must wear the captain's bib at all times during competition.
6. AFTER CHECKIN: The entire team must stay together. You will be called and escorted as a group to the On-Deck and Staging Areas when it's your turn to compete. If your team is not read when called, the next team will be called and you may have to wait until the end of the day to compete. Family and friends MUST stay within the spectator areas as marked.
7. TEAM PHOTOS: Each team will have their photos taken prior to the first Pull. Be sure Team Name Sign or Captain's Bib number is visible so photos may be identified at a later date.
8. Each team will be allowed up to 1 false start per pull without penalty (fastest and lowest combined weight categories). If an Event Referee declares a false start, the team will be notified to cease pulling. The team will then be allowed to reset and attempt a second pull in that category. If an Event Referee determines a false start has also occurred on the second pull attempt in any category, the team will be allowed to complete that pull, however the referee will notify the team captain upon completion of that pull that the second false start was declared and the team will have a 2-second penalty added to their pull time.
9. If a team wishes to register any dispute over the conduct of any element of the competition, the Team Captain must personally present the dispute to either an Event Referee or the Event Director. The Event Director and Referees will then meet to discuss the dispute and will report back to the Team Captain. This decision will be considered final - no appeals will be entertained.
10. RESULTS will be posted on the "Results Boards" after each team finishes their competition.
11. TROPHIES will be awarded at approximately 3:00 PM for the top three teams:
CHECK-IN (at registration area):
Team Captains hand in final team roster (maximum of 20), signed insurance waivers, receive and distribute T-shirts and wristbands for team, Contest Rules, and get assigned a numbered Captain's Bib. Team Captain will not get his bib until all of members of his/her team are present and checked-in as team will compete in this order.
TEAM STAGING AREA:
Team name and Captain's bib will be checked/recorded. All team members will be checked for wristbands. Teams will pull in Bib number order so it's important to keep track of team names and Bib numbers. Teams will be escorted to the On Deck Area when called.
TEAM ON DECK AREA:
Once all members are in the On Deck Area, they will be held until told to line up next for their Team Photo.
TEAM PHOTO:
Photographer must ensure that Captain's Bib number and/or Team Name Sign is visible in each photo.
ROPE LINE UP
After team photo, the team will be called to line up in front of the tank along the Pull Rope for their Fastest Pull competition.
FASTEST PULL (timed)
All team members pull the tank 12 feet. Results will be posted for each team after they compete.
LOWEST COMBINED WEIGHT PULL (2 minute time limit)
Team selects members to pull the tank for the Lowest Combined Weight Pull competition. Remaining team members must stand inside the LCW StandBy Area. Individuals can help their team if called upon.
WEIGH IN:
Immediately after the Lowest Combined Weight Pull competition, all members of the team who participated in the LCW Pull will be escorted to the Weigh In Area, where they will be placed on the scale and weighted. Participating team members may not remove any clothing or equipment worn during the pull (such as gloves, shoes, belts, etc.). Once the LCW group has been weighted, all team members must then leave the competition area and return to the spectator area. Results will be posted for each team after they compete.
TROPHIES will be awarded after all teams have competed, at approximately 3:00 pm, for the top three teams in the Fastest Pull, Lowest Combined Weight Pull, and Fundraising competition.
DIRECTIONS TO THE TANK PULL
For GPS coordinates, enter "1100 Clifton Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07013".
PARKING: Between Richfield Terrace and Addison Place on St. Andrews Blvd.
from Holland Tunnel: Take Route 3 West, exit at Broad St., turn right on Allwood St, turn left on Clifton Avenue.
from NJ Turnpike: Take exit 16W, take Route 3 West, see above.
from Route 80 going East: Take Route 46 East in Wayne, NJ (near Willowbrook Mall), take Route 3 East, exit Broad St., turn left on Broad, turn right on Allwood St., turn left on Clifton Avenue
from Route 80 going West (i.e., from George Washington Bridge), take exit 19 to Clifton. Take Valley Road exit. Turn right on Valley Road, turn left on Route 3 East, exit Broad St., turn left on Broad, turn right on Allwood St., turn left on Clifton Avenue.
from GSP going South: take exit 154, take Route 46 exit, turn right on Rte 46, take the Van Houten exit, turn right on Van Houten Avenue, turn right on Clifton Avenue.
from GSP going North: Take exit 153B to Route 3 East. exit on Bloomfield Avenue, turn right on Bloomfield. Turn left on Allwood Avenue (rotunda). Turn right on Clifton Avenue.
Photographers will be taking pictures of teams, individual, and random events and they will be offered to the public for $5 each for a 5x7 copy.
John V. Hughes
Tank Pull Chairman
15 Holster Road
Clifton, NJ 07013
(973) 472-0061
jejvhughes_yahoo.com
James Anzaldi
Mayor of Clifton, NJ
http://www.njslom.org/officers.html
Andrew F. Garruto
Attorney at Law
609 Franklin Avenue
Nutley, NJ 07110
(973) 661-4455
www.garrutolaw.com
Frank J. Calandriello
Mayor of Garfield, NJ
http://www.garfieldnj.org/content/68/364.aspx
Sean Lager, MD
Gotham City Orthopaedics
50 Mount Prospect Avenue
(888) 984-6842
http://www.gothamcityorthopedics.com
Ken Molnar
Faithful Navigator
Knights of Columbus
Msgr. Stein Assembly #0645
201 247 6207
mnmprint1_optonline.net
From: Carlos Roco, webmaster
Date: March 9, 2010
Welcome to the Message Board! You can send us a note below and it will be published on this message board within 24 hours. Please note that it will be to our discretion if your message is worthy of publication. Good luck with your team's effort, and we'll be seeing you in September!
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From: Ron Krauss, director
Date: March 29, 2010
Very nice to meet you yesterday at Several Sources Shelters. I look forward to your participation on our project.
What a Tank!!
Talk to you soon,
Ron
From: Bill Lauritano
Date: May 31, 2010
I just received your email. I will contact you to discuss the event. We have a team forming and are very excited about the event. Speak with you soon.
Billy
FMBA 21 Tank pull team
From: Bill Craig
Date: June 7, 2010
Contest being discussed at council meeting. One question raised is about insurance. Is this an event that covers liability or as is needed for other events e.g. Parish Picnic, Mentally Handicapped Drive etc must each council list it as an new activity on their Liability Policy and pay the cost of adding an event?
Thanks.
Bill Craig Council 5114
EDITORS NOTE: We have a rider for a 1 day insurance liability coverage for this event.
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Please have your team captain fill out your team roster with this document:
and mail to:
Tank Pull Knights Of Columbus
797 Valley Road
or email the team roster to : tankpullkofc_yahoo.com
If you have any questions, please contact us via email.
teamroster
1. Schedule:
- July 15, 2010 $100 deposit due (non refundable)
- August 1, 2010 $1400 team registration balance due
- September 1, 2010 email confirmation from Registration Chairman
- September 12, 2010 Tank Pull
2. On Site Registration Check-in:
- Check-in one hour prior to scheduled pull time.
- Submit final roster of team members and ensure all team members are present.
- Submit signed insurance waiver forms for each member of the team and confirm all are 18 years of age or older.
- Receive and distribute T-shirts and wristbands to team members.
- Receive a team captain's bib after all above is completed
Msgr. Stein 0645/Elmwood Park PBA
Marian KofC Pompton Lakes 3801
St. Philip The Apostle KofC Council 11671
Veteran Support Group
Ancient Order of Hibernians, Bergen Div. 32
SBC Lawn Care
Ancient Order of Hibernians, Monmouth Div. 2
S & M - Elmwood PD
Clifton PBA
Frank Gargin Agency
Sheriff Speziale's Dept
PSEG Power Rangers
Nutley Hockey
P&A Auto Part
Military Chancery Association
David Nicholas Foundation
Bloomfield College
Clifton FMBA 21
Project Children
Fr. Francis Koch KofC 6343
tank pull release and waiver
Each team member shall review and sign a separate copy of this waiver form to complete their registration and be eligible to participate in the Tank Pull.
RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT
(this document will be referred herein as, Agreement)
Event: Msgr. Stein Assemby 0645 Fourth Degree Knights Of Columbus TANK PULL For The Wounded Warriors Project
Place: Clifton, New Jersey
Please Review Event Rules Prior to Participating in the TANK PULL
PRINT TEAM NAME:___________________________________________________
In consideration of participating in the Msgr. Stein Assembly 0645 Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus (hereinafter referred to as "Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus") TANK PULL (Activity), (1) I represent that I understand the nature of TANK PULL events (which is, most generally, pulling a very heavy tank on a very heavy trailer with others in a contest that includes how fast this very heavy object can be pulled and/or how few people can pull this very heavy object), and that I am qualified, in good health, and in proper physical condition to participate in such Activity. I acknowledge that if I believe event conditions are unsafe, if I dont feel well at the time of this Activity, and/or if I decide not to undergo the risks of this Activity and/or this Agreement, that I will immediately discontinue participation in the Activity; (2) I fully understand TANK PULL events involve risks of serious bodily injury, including, permanent disability, paralysis and death, which may be caused by my own actions or inactions, those of others participating in the Activity, the conditions in which the Activity takes place or the negligence (also the palpably unreasonable actions/inactions) of the releases named below, and that there may be other risks either not known to me or not readily foreseeable at this time; (3) I fully accept and assume all such risks and all responsibility for losses, costs, and damages I incur as a result of my participation in the Activity; (4) I hereby release, discharge, and covenant not to sue Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus, the City of Clifton, the City of Garfield, its/their respective administrators, directors, agents, officers, volunteers and/or employees, other participants, any sponsors, advertisers, and if applicable, owners and lessors of premises on which the Activity takes place, (each considered one of the Releasees herein) from all liability, claims, demands, losses, or damages on my account caused or alleged to be caused in whole or in part by the negligence (also the palpably unreasonable actions/inactions) of the Releasees, and also including negligent (also the palpably unreasonable) rescue operations; (5) I further agree that if, despite this Agreement I, or anyone on my behalf makes a claim against any of the Releasees, I will indemnify, save, and hold harmless each of the Releasees from any loss, liability, damage, or cost which may incur as the result of such claim; (6) I have read this Agreement, I understand that I have given up substantial rights by signing it and have signed it freely and without any inducement or assurance of any nature and intend it to be a complete and unconditional release of all liability to the greatest extent allowed by the law and agree that if any portion of this agreement is held to be invalid, the balance, notwithstanding shall continue in full force and effect. By my participation in this event I am granting permission to you to use my name, likeness, voice, and words in television, radio, films, newspapers, magazines, and other media, and in any form not heretofore described, for the purpose of advertising or communicating the purpose and activities of Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus in appealing for funds to support such activities.
PARTICIPANT MUST BE 18 YEARS OR OLDER; PLEASE COMPLETE SECTION BELOW:
Signature: _________________________________ Date ___/___/____
Print Name: __________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________________
City: ______________________________ State: _______ Zip: ______
Tank Pull Knights of Columbus
Deadlines:
- July 15, 2010 - minimum $100 deposit
- August 1, 2010 - balance of $1400 or more
TEAM CAPTAIN - Ken Molnar
member 2
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member 6
member 7
member 8
member 9
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member 11
member 12
member 13
member 14
member 15
member 16
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TEAM CAPTAIN - Sean Hughes
Sean Hughes
Joe Desoma
Chris Kopitar
Brian Kopitar
Donna Kopfield
Briand Copfield
Ryan DeBlock
Ryan O'Connor
Kevin O Brien
Chrissy Marmo
Rob Feleciano
Justin Morotte
Greg Zackeroff
Matt Haley
Matt Caruso
Marek Gozdz
TEAM CAPTAIN - John Connelly
John Connelly
TEAM CAPTAIN - Jack Sullivan
Jack Sullivan
TEAM CAPTAIN - member 1
member 1
TEAM CAPTAIN - Diana Drysdale
Diana Drysdale
Karen Noe
Brian Sebastian
Michael Blancato
Craig Smith
Francisco Mercado-Ebanks
Mark Lovretin
Dominic DiBari
Chris Waldenberger
Ernesto Rodriguez
Mike Jennings
Pat Hervochon
Suzanne Klar
Robert Chatham
Kevin Quinn
Cliff Pardo
John Masi
Richard Marinelli
Sgt. Ryan Harbaugh
TEAM CAPTAIN - Billy Lauritano
Billy Lauritano
Jason Crisione
Robert Bollitino
Mike Montague
Mulligan
Peter Schmidtt
Ken Prior
Thomas Slanina
Tim Flynn
Charlie Sthaus
Jason McGirk
Phil Cheski
Anthony Imperato
Robert Barrone
TEAM CAPTAIN - Ken Riva
TEAM CAPTAIN - Paul Ross
Paul Ross
TEAM CAPTAIN - Frank Gargin
Frank Gargin
George Allaman
Tammy Allaman
Jake Allaman
Brian Honsberger
Chip Leiher
Kevin Cox
Johm Stabile (sub)
Stephen DeFilippis
Guy Mariani
Vince Creo
Brian McShane
Gene Kelly ??
Cadet Gargin
TEAM CAPTAIN - Barry Winkler
Barry Winkler
TEAM CAPTAIN - Member1
TEAM CAPTAIN - Dennis Fitzpatrick
Dennis Fitzpatrick
TEAM CAPTAIN - Dennis Mulcahy
Dennis Mulcahy
Who can participate?
Anyone over 18 yrs. old with a desire to support a wounded war veteran is welcome! Anyone with health concerns should check with their doctors before participating.
What is the minimum amount to participate?
The minimum donation required per team is $1,500.
Why do you ask for $100 by the registration deadline if the minimum donation is $1,500?
To hold your place and guarantee that your team name will be printed on the T-shirt. The $100 is a deposit, which will ensure that once your team raises the minimum donation of $1,500, each team member will receive a customized Tank Pull T-shirt with team name and sponsor on the back. By asking teams to submit a deposit of $100 by the registration deadline, we allow team members to continue to raise funds from family members and friends in order to cover the minimum deposit. You will then need to raise an additional $1400 or more in order to participate. The $100 deposit is non refundable.
Can we submit $1,500 instead of the $100 deposit?
Yes. By submitting the $1,500 minimum, your team will be officially registered to participate in the Tank Pull .
Can we raise more than the $1,500 minimum?
Absolutely! We welcome all teams to raise as much as possible. An award will be given to the team with the most amount of donations.
Can we still participate in the Tank Pull if we miss the registration deadline?
Only if there are open slots available. If you miss the registration deadline, please contact us at tankpullkofc_yahoo.com.
Can we register on the day of the Tank Pull?
No.
Can we donate additional funds to the Tank Pull on the day of the Event?
Yes. We will accept any donations and add them to your final tally by 12 noon on September 12, 2010 at the latest.
Can we bring family and friends to watch?
Yes. Spectators may attend free of charge.
What are wristbands for?
They identify eligible team members, and are tickets for the team member lunch voucher.
What additional information does my team need to know?
Where are the parking designations?
It is between Richfield Terrace and Addison Place, on St. Andrews Boulevard.
Corporate involvement - Monetary and in-kind support are always needed to operate an event of this size.
Your company can get involved in any number of ways:
Donations are tax deductible.
Contributions
Advertising & Sponsor Rates
Company Name on Backdrop of Portable Stage $2,000
Company Name on Rear Wall of Portable Stage $1,500
Company Name on a Staging Area, Team
T-Shirts and A Team in the Pull Competition $2,500
Company Name on a Team Staging Area (four) $1,500
Company Name on 4 x 8 Fence sign $1,000
Company Name on 4 x 4 Fence sign $ 500
Please send company design to: tankpullkofc_yahoo.com
along with the name of the advertiser, advertiser address, and phone number(s).
Payment due in advance. Please make checks payable to Knights of Columbus, 797 Valley Road, Clifton, NJ 07013
Deadline for submitting Sign Information: September 1, 2010
PSEG Power Rangers $ 4,403
St. Philip The Apostle Council 11671 $ 2,800
Fr. Koch Council 6343 $ 2,500
Ancient Order of Hibernians Bergen Div #32 $ 2,450
Bloomfield College $ 2,450
Msgr. Stein 0645/A&A Industrial $ 1,750
Clifton PBA Local #36, Inc $ 1,500
Lipari Family Foundation $ 1,500
Veterans Support Org $ 1,500
St. James of the Marches $ 1,500
Project Children $ 1,500
Marian Council 3801 $ 1,500
Winks Qualified Trucking $ 1,500
Ancient Order of Hibernians Div. 2 Red Bank $ 1,500
Communications Today $ 1,000
D&M Team $ 500
Pascrell for Congress $ 500
Albion Place Memorial (VFW Post 7165) $ 500
Dr. David Moore $ 500
Bishop McLaughlin Council 3495 $ 150
Jerry Speziale Community Outreach $ 100
Standard Tile Supply $ 100
Knights of Columbus Insurance $ 100
John and Joan Hughes $ 100
Clifton Lodge #657 $ 100
Holy Family Council 14712 $ 100
St. Anthony Council 943 $ 100
Lady of Our Magnificat Council 14493 $ 100
Joseph F. Lamb Council 5510 $ 100
St. Francis Council 2617 $ 100
Fairfield Council 6380 $ 100
St. Joseph Council 10627 $ 100
St. John Vianney Council 12649 $ 100
St. Jude Council 12430 $ 100
Walter J. Barrett Council 1954 $ 100
DD William Hoffman $ 100
Long Valley Council 10419 $ 100
Montclair council 1277 $ 100
Chatham council 2086 $ 100
James Marrocco $ 100
Georgeanna J. Hall $ 100
Mary Sadrakula $ 100
Athenia Veterans Post $ 100
Robert McDonald $ 75
Passaic County Fair Booth Donations $ 35
Dr. Robert F. Jones $ 20
Team A member 1 $500
Team A member 2 50
Team B member 1 $500
Team B member 2 50
Event Sponsor
Advertising Rates
Team Donors
The challenge for the young men and women of the United States Armed Forces is to go in harms way to protect and defend the nation and its constitution against enemies both foreign and domestic.
The challenge for the Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus is to ensure that the public is constantly reminded of the sacrifice and selfless service of our veterans and active military. The challenge is also to ensure that the wounded and aging veterans receive the care and assistance commensurate with their selfless service.
The challenge for the competitors is to honor the challenges of both the veterans and the Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus. Taking part in the Tank Pull Competition benefits the veterans and particularly the Wounded Warriors financially and materially and ensures that their service will not be forgotten.
The Challenge is also a physical test of endurance for the competitor. A competitor must make a determined effort to overcome the impossible odds of moving an immovable object. The competitor accepts the challenge knowing that the Knights of Columbus offers no guarantee or warranty that the team will be able to move the 80,000 pounds of a tank mounted on a flatbed truck. The clarion call for the competitor is take up the challenge and overcome the impossible!
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