June 2021 Newsletter

From the PresidentMichael F Ballard As we enter the summer season, vaccinations are increasing, and the pandemic seems to be subsiding, it is getting time to start working on getting out there more. We will be reaching out to more businesses, historical societies, and car clubs for events and presentations. We have been slowly building … Read more

May 2021 Newsletter

From the PresidentMichael F Ballard Things seem to be going well for the Association. In the short time since we were founded, we have completed our first project, obtained our 501(c)3 status, attracted members, got a proper bank account, raised funds, and have been in the news. We are still a small organization but we … Read more

Our 501(c)3 is official!

We finally got approval from the IRS as a 501(c)3 public charity today! As it is retroactive, all previous donations will be tax-deductible. Those that have donated should be getting a more formal letter soon for their taxes. Moving forward, we will be opening a standard bank account so we will be able to accept … Read more

April 2021 Newsletter

A word from our Secretary What a great start for the Historic Highway 99 Association! Hello everyone, my name is Vicki Farmwald and I am the new Secretary for the Association. It’s amazing to see how much can be accomplished even during these unprecedented times. People coming together for a single purpose, acknowledging the importance … Read more

Signs have arrived!

Our signs for our Calexico project (04IMP21001) have finally arrived! These signs were made by Zumar Industries in Santa Fe Springs, CA. We are quite pleased with how they turned out. We anticipate these to be installed in Calexico in the next month. More signs will be ordered as other projects move forward. This wouldn’t … Read more