Lobbying

We maintain strong one on one contact with state legislators and government leaders. We are proactive in our efforts for the benefit of our industries and members. We engage the members in a grass roots effort for the benefit of the industries.

Education

We keep members informed of constantly changing laws and regulations to help keep them informed and aid them in holding down the cost of doing business. We publish a monthly newsletter, At the Pump and Down the Aisle, to all members to keep them up to date on regulations, trends and industry changes.

We fax and e-mail several times a month, the one-page publication, At the Pump and Down the Aisle - Mini Edition, with educational information and industry tips.

When the legislature is in session members receive the OMEGA WV Legislative Update, to keep them abreast of legislative activity and to aid in our grass roots efforts.

National Liaison

We act as a liaison with the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS), Petroleum Marketers of America (PMAA), Food Marketing Institute (FMI) and National Grocers Association (NGA) for federal legislation and governmental affairs.
Library

OMEGA WV maintains a library that contains the WV Code, various state and federal rules and regulations, periodicals, videotapes, CD's and books to aid members in running efficient businesses.

Seminars

OMEGA sponsors informational seminars to help keep members up to date on regulations, trends and industry changes. Check our Events

Survival Hotline

Members are urged to call the OMEGA office anytime with questions concerning new laws and regulations or any matters that affect their business.

Member Services

OMEGA provides its members access to a variety of critical services including an insurance program, a coupon redemption program, money order services, a credit information service, a collection service, as well as many other cost effective resources.

We also provide a Members Only section of our website. With a constantly updated and growing library of online information and services, the section houses up to date legislative information, along with archives of our monthly and weekly newsletters, and exclusive news and information for OMEGA members only. We also provide access to register for member events and purchase OMEGA POS material.

Workers’ Compensation Discount Program

The West Virginia Oil Marketers and Grocers Association is pleased to announce a new Workers’ Compensation Discount Program.  We have teamed with BrickStreet Insurance to offer active OMEGA members who have a good safety record a 6.1% discount on your workers’ compensation premiums.

If you can meet just a few criteria, your company can qualify for this cost savings program through OMEGA.  I have listed the criteria below:

• Report claims within 48 hours of a loss;
• Achieve and maintain a loss ratio of 65% or less;
• Implement a formal Return to Work Program;
• Attend at least one safety seminar per year that applies to operational hazards or complete one on-line course through Safety Source;
• Implement BrickStreet’s 5 Step Loss Control program; and
• Be a member of the West Virginia Oil Marketers and Grocers Association.

That is all there is to the program.  You continue to make your payments to BrickStreet and continue to use the agent of your choice.

Contact your agent of record to see if you quality.

Membership Directory

A Membership Directory is published annually. This directory serves as a great reference guide for members.