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STAFF ::

THE

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

David Siegel

CR E AT I V E SE RV I CE S DIRECTOR OF CREATIVE SERVICES

Dawnita Parmely

EDITOR & SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER

Laura Burt

SENIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Hannah Swan

ADVERTISING & SPONSORSHIP FULFILLMENT COORDINATOR

2018 B ATC-HOU S ING F IR S T MINN E S OTA EXECUTIVE BOARD ::

BOARD OF DIRECTORS ::

PRESIDENT

ADVOCACY

Tom Wiener Cardinal Homebuilders, Inc.

Bill Burgess Lennar

BUILDER VICE PRESIDENT

REMODELERS COUNCIL

John Rask M/I Homes

TREASURER

Gary Kraemer John Kraemer & Sons, Inc. ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT

Dennis Galligan In-Focus Systems

James Julkowski Julkowski, Inc.

PARADE OF HOMES

Tim Fohr Lennar

Art Pratt Pratt Homes

PAST ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT

LARGE VOLUME BUILDERS

Charlie Bradburn ABC – Millwork Division

Jim Slaikeu D.R. Horton, Inc.Minnesota

SECRETARY

MEMBERSHIP

Carla Warner Warners’ Stellian Appliance IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT

Caroline Ellingboe Shields DIGITAL/GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Adora Vang

ARTISAN HOME TOUR

Scott Busyn Great Neighborhood Homes PAST PRESIDENTS

ADVISORY COUNCIL

Rich Riemersma Zawadski Homes, Inc.

AT-LARGE MEMBER

SMALL VOLUME BUILDERS

Laurie Spartz

GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Todd Stutz Robert Thomas Homes, Inc.

AT-LARGE MEMBER

Ron Smith Shaw/Stewart Lumber Co.

Pattie Martin Twin City Fireplace & Stone Company, Inc.

Bob Michels Michels Homes

CREATIVE SERVICES & TECH COORDINATOR

Casey Scozzari

A DVO CACY DIRECTOR OF ADVOCACY

F I NA NCE , ME MB E R SHIP & A D MI NI ST R AT I ON DIRECTOR OF FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION

James Vagle

Janice Meyer

PRESS SECRETARY

Katie Elfstrom

ACCOUNTANT

POLITICAL ENGAGEMENT MANAGER

DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP

REGULATORY AFFAIRS MANAGER

MEMBER SERVICES & OFFICE MANAGER

ADVOCACY COORDINATOR

EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATOR

Tammi Hall

Kristina Mahler

Mark Foster

Heather Griffis

Nick Erickson

Kate Wigley

Mary Schweich

MA R K E T I NG & E V E NT S

F O U NDAT I ON

DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS

BATC FOUNDATION MANAGER

Bob Bennett

Wendy Danks

MARKETING & EVENTS MANAGER

BATC FOUNDATION COORDINATOR

MARKETING, EDUCATION & MN GREEN PATH MANAGER

A DV E RT I SI NG & SA L ES

Nicole Coon

ADVERTISING DIRECTORY :: ABC Supply Co., Inc...............................................41

In-Focus Systems...................... inside back cover

Arrow Building Center.............inside front cover

James Hardie Building Products..........................7

Bell Bank Mortgage............................................... 51

Lampert Lumber....................................................49

Black Hawk Garage Door..................................... 69

Lyman Roofing & Siding...................................... 43

Brock White Company......................................... 65

Marvin Windows and Doors.................................. 9

Builders FirstSource............................................. 21

Molin Concrete Products Company................. 73

CenterPoint Energy...........................................1, 67

Norbord, Inc............................................................ 61

Central Marble Products, Inc............................. 69

Piling Systems....................................................... 67

Cityscape Painting Contractors, Inc................. 43

Resultants for Business....................................... 75

Corporate 4 Insurance Agency, Inc................... 25

RMC Solutions, LLC.............................................. 73

Elevations................................................................. 3

Scherer Bros. Lumber Co.................................... 55

Erosion Works........................................................ 65

Schwieters Companies, Inc................................. 59

Ferguson Enterprises........................................... 37

Sierra Pacific Windows......................................... 39

First State Bank and Trust.................................. 67

Synergy Products...................................back cover

Heating & Cooling Two, Inc.................................. 81

The Excelsior Group................................................5

Hedberg Landscape & Masonry Supply........... 69

Thermo-Tech Windows, Inc.................................. 15

IDC-Automatic........................................................ 31

Xcel Energy, MN Gas Business Dev.................. 25

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Tom Gavaras

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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Emily Petermann

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THE DIGEST magazine is the official publication of BATC-Housing First Minnesota. THE DIGEST is published and distributed four times per year to its members and others associated with the housing industry. Neither the advertisers, nor BATC-Housing First Minnesota, will be responsible or liable for misinformation, misprints, typographical errors, etc., herein contained. For advertising rates, resource file or address change information, contact BATC-Housing First Minnesota. Suggestions, ideas and letters are welcome. If circumstances require, BATCHousing First Minnesota reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of THE DIGEST issues published on an annual basis.

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EVENTS :: Bob Michels (Michels Homes), Connie Sauer (Granite-Tops, LLC) and Andy Michels (Michels Homes) celebrate their success at the BIG Night.

Contents 6

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18 :: Letter from the Director of Advocacy

44 :: BIG Night Award Winners

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BATCHOUSING FIRST MINNESOTA

ADVOCACY

6 :: Letter from the Executive Director 8 :: Letter from the President 10 :: A New Year, A New Name; BATC-Housing First Minnesota Cobrand 14 :: 2018 BATC-Housing First Minnesota Board of Directors 16 :: Elite Partners

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MARKETING & EVENTS

BATC FOUNDATION

19 :: Q4 Advocacy Update

52 :: 2018 Calendar of Events

20 :: Legislative Advocacy

54 :: Upcoming Events:

26 :: Legal Advocacy 28 :: Regulatory Advocacy 32 :: Issue Advocacy & Outreach 34 :: Electoral Advocacy 36 :: Hot Sheet

Launch Party

NFL Alumni Artisan Home Tour Housing Industry Career Fair Housing Day at the Capitol BRS Hearts in Housing Gala

66 :: Photo Galleries:

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EDUCATION 38 :: Contractor U

85 :: New Board of Directors and Staff

86 PAGE

MEMBERSHIP

Foundation Golf

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84 :: St. Michael Foundation Ash House Key Ceremony

Past Directors Lunch Clay Shoot Kickstart

86 :: Letter from the Director of Membership

Green Path Conference

87 :: New Members

The BIG Night

88 :: Member News

Member Buck Auction

80 :: 70 Years of the Parade of Homes 82 :: BATC-Housing First Minnesota in the Media

90 :: Member Benefits 91 :: Directory of Members

ON THE COVER :: BATC-Housing First Minnesota members take a break for a photo at October’s Clay Shoot

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LETTER FROM THE ED DAVID SIEGEL :: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR BATC-HOUSING FIRST MINNESOTA

BATC-Housing First Minnesota Addresses Labor Shortage Nearly two years ago, as we foresaw increased production of new homes and strong remodeling combined with dramatically changing demographic trends, we identified the need for skilled labor (and employees of all kinds) as a major industry issue.

BATC-Housing First Minnesota brought together all of the major construction-related associations to begin a conversation about collectively addressing the issue. Project Build Minnesota was borne out of that initiative and today is receiving attention across the country. The Associated Press and even newspapers as far away as the Seattle Times have covered the story.

Project Build Minnesota presents a unified and powerful brand that draws today’s youth and others to our industry. With some initial success, we have taken the fledgling effort and formed an independent 501c(3) nonprofit organization.

BATC-Housing First Minnesota has two Board seats (Lowell Pratt, Pratt Homes and David Siegel, Executive Director) and chairs the Marketing Committee of Project Build Minnesota. We look forward to a very active 2018 as we bring the brand to the marketplace.

The website is live at ProjectBuildMN.com and the Marketing Committee is working diligently to enhance content and build out a marketing plan to get our message in front of the right audiences to make a difference for our industry. In addition to the website, Project Build Minnesota will be exhibiting at three key conferences: The Minnesota School Boards Association, the Minnesota Association of Secondary Administrators (principals) and the Minnesota School Counselors Association.

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Your BATC-Housing First Minnesota Board of Directors has committed resources to support Project Build Minnesota, including funding and staff energy and time. Additionally, this workforce issue will be one of our top two at Housing Day at the Capitol this March. We will be asking our legislature for some support in addressing this vital issue.

partners are supporting the effort and the numbers are growing. If you want more information about Project Build Minnesota or our Education and Workforce Development Committee, please contact me at David@BATC.org.

Housing is too important an industry with powerful economic impact to allow it to go unaided in addressing the labor challenge. We’re asking our legislature to step up and assist us in telling the story of a wonderful career path in our industry, because our entire state benefits.

In addition, most of the involved organizations provide scholarships to youth seeking additional technical training and many are already speaking at career days and networking with schools.

BATC-Housing First Minnesota’s Education and Workforce Development Committee has met with key officials from the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry and the Minnesota Department of Education as it builds out a speakers bureau and provides guidance to Project Build Minnesota. This committee will also be taking on our scholarship program, with much appreciated funding from our BATC Foundation.

Contributing organizations to Project Build Minnesota thus far include BATC-Housing First Minnesota, BATC Foundation, TBG, TBG Education Foundation, Minnesota Builders Exchange, Associated Building Contractors, Minnesota Utility Contractors Association, Northwest Lumbermans Association, Minnesota Construction Association and Builders Association of Minnesota. In addition, several private industry

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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT TOM WIENER :: PRESIDENT BATC-HOUSING FIRST MINNESOTA

Making BATC-Housing First Minnesota Stronger Our strategic plan calls for BATC-Housing First Minnesota to collaborate with business associations and chambers to advance the cause of our industry. It’s important to set this as a specific objective because working in coalitions can be difficult. Fortunately for our Association, the coalition work we’ve been engaged in is producing powerful results.

I want to visit with you about three of these collaborative efforts that are making BATCHousing First Minnesota stronger, and more importantly, helping to elevate our industry so our state understands its indispensability.

HOUSING DAY AT THE CAPITOL AND MORE As a REALTOR, builder and remodeler, I’m particularly proud of our partnership with the Minnesota Association of REALTORS. Together, we decided to hold a powerful day on the hill that would showcase the importance of homeownership to Minnesota. More than 600 attendees participated in our first-ever event, making it one of the largest days on the hill in Minnesota in just its first year. Make sure you mark your calendar for our second annual Housing Day at the Capitol on Wednesday, March 14, 2018.

Not only did we collaborate on a tremendously successful Capitol day, we joined forces to advocate for the Homeownership Initiative, a package of six legislative proposals to strengthen our industry. Three of the six passed last year, unheard of success in the world of legislative action.

We took our partnership one step further to join forces on Housing Day at the Fair. We’ll once again use this opportunity collaboratively to elevate the importance of housing as we seek to make market-rate affordable housing a top-ofmind cause for Minnesotans.

PROJECT BUILD MINNESOTA This new effort to address our industry’s workforce challenge grew out of a meeting

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we called with all construction-related associations more than a year ago. Around that table, residential and commercial, union and nonunion organizations, we agreed that we could do more together than individually. The Builders Group Education Foundation took up the mantle and collectively, several of our organizations formed Project Build Minnesota with a goal of sharing our career and job story throughout Minnesota. Now, we’re spinning Project Build Minnesota off as its own 501c(3) entity, and we are proud to be among its leaders.

This innovative effort demonstrates that we can achieve great success when we share a vision and collaborate to make it happen.

ELECTORAL EFFORTS One of the major objectives in our modern, comprehensive advocacy program is to elect housing-friendly candidates to the state legislature. As a top three business group in the electoral space, we have risen to become a powerhouse. But it takes huge resources to advance our cause through independent expenditures impacting elections. And so once again, we have turned to collaboration to further our cause. We collaborate with other major business groups in the state such as the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce, Minnesota Business Partnership, REALTORS and Minnesota Auto Dealers to support business-friendly candidates who are also friends of housing.

These are three important examples of BATC-Housing First Minnesota working in partnership with like-minded organizations to advance our cause.

There are, by the way, many more examples. But what I wanted to stress to you, our members, is that we are good partners in collaboration. We can be counted on for thoughtful guidance, passion, resources and professionalism. So, while coalitions may bring with them challenges, they are essential to our success, and we thank our partners who share the goal of making market-rate housing affordable across Minnesota.

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A NEW YEAR. A NEW NAME.

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BATC-HOUSING FIRST MINNESOTA

THE LEADING VOICE F O R M I N N E S O TA ’ S BUILDERS, REMODELERS & HOUSING INDUSTRY.

Last June, BATC rebranded its advocacy efforts to become Housing First Minnesota.

We recognized that our name is incredibly important and that it should reflect the broader scope of our work. We quickly gained overwhelming acceptance as legislators, regulators, media and prospective members instinctively responded to this clear statement and our voice.

Looking to the future, it only made sense to take the next step as an association and ensure all of our constituencies and audiences can clearly see our commitment to our industry. As of 2018, we are officially renaming our organization BATC-Housing First Minnesota. This new name lets us leverage the power of both our brands while clearly stating what we have known for some time, that BATC-Housing First Minnesota is the leading voice for Minnesota’s builders, remodelers and the housing industry as a whole.

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W H AT T H I S MEANS FOR YOU. Your membership is even more powerful. You’re

ingredients to a strong community and healthy

not just a member of a top tier organization, you

families. We seek to make housing as vital in

are a part of the housing movement. Housing and

Minnesota government and politics as it is to

homeownership is one of the most important

the economy.

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While our name is changing, the brands and

programs. Although not new, this integration will

programs you know and love remain unchanged

become more apparent with the evolution to

and, in fact, will be strengthened. Over the past

BATC-Housing First Minnesota. Everything BATC

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will now be cobranded.

THE DEMAND FOR A STRONG INDUSTRY VOICE HAS NEVER BEEN G R E AT E R , A N D W E A R E L O O K I N G F O RWA R D TO A N E W E R A I N O U R A S S O C I AT I O N ’ S E F F O R T S .

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WHY IS BATC REBRANDING AS BATC-HOUSING FIRST MINNESOTA? To advance the housing industry, we need all hands on deck. BATC-Housing First Minnesota invites the entire industry to engage in our modern, comprehensive advocacy program.

What BATC members have built over the years is now positioned to take the housing movement to new heights.

WHAT CAN BATC-HOUSING FIRST MINNESOTA MEMBERS EXPECT? We have seen what can happen as the housing industry continues to rise as a major player at the Minnesota State Capitol and with regulatory agencies.

In the future, when members and staff testify before the legislature or before city councils, they will do so as BATC-Housing First Minnesota.

WHY NOW? Our industry now has the opportunity to make long term, systemic changes to how Minnesota regulatory and elected officials view our industry.

Rebranding is a necessity as we elevate and grow the housing movement to include the whole of our industry, regardless of the size and location of each company.

ARE YOU GOING TO ASK ME FOR MORE DUES MONEY? No. As a BATC-Housing First Minnesota member, you’ll get all the advantages of this new brand at no extra cost.

HOW CAN I ENGAGE WITH BATC-HOUSING FIRST MINNESOTA? Like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, subscribe to our blog and attend Housing Day at the Capitol.

SHOULD I DESCRIBE MYSELF AS A MEMBER OF HOUSING FIRST MINNESOTA OR BATC? Both! You are a BATC-Housing First Minnesota member and part of the housing movement. You’ll identify yourself as a member of BATCHousing First Minnesota.

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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Board of Directors EXECUTIVE BOARD ::

PRESIDENT

BUILDER VICE PRESIDENT

John Rask M/I Homes

Gary Kraemer John Kraemer & Sons, Inc.

PAST ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT

SECRETARY

IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT

Tom Wiener Cardinal Homebuilders, Inc.

Charlie Bradburn ABC – Millwork Division

Carla Warner Warners’ Stellian Appliance

TREASURER

ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT

Dennis Galligan In-Focus Systems

Bob Michels Michels Homes

BOARD & COMMITTEE CHAIRS ::

ADVOCACY

Bill Burgess Lennar

MEMBERSHIP

Pattie Martin Twin City Fireplace & Stone Company, Inc.

REMODELERS COUNCIL

PARADE OF HOMES

ARTISAN HOME TOUR

PAST PRESIDENTS ADVISORY COUNCIL

James Julkowski Julkowski, Inc.

Scott Busyn Great Neighborhood Homes

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Tim Fohr Lennar

Rich Riemersma Zawadski Homes, Inc.

SMALL VOLUME BUILDERS

Art Pratt Pratt Homes

AT-LARGE MEMBER

Todd Stutz Robert Thomas Homes, Inc.

LARGE VOLUME BUILDERS

Jim Slaikeu D.R. Horton, Inc.-Minnesota

AT-LARGE MEMBER

Ron Smith Shaw/Stewart Lumber Co.

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LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR OF ADVOCACY JAMES VAGLE :: DIRECTOR OF ADVOCACY BATC-HOUSING FIRST MINNESOTA

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What a Great Year for our Industry!

The housing movement is advancing and we closed the fourth quarter of the year by continuing our dialogue on housing issues with the deep pool of gubernatorial candidates who are vying for election in 2018. These conversations are extremely valuable in helping elevate the core issues of housing affordability, homeownership and growing our workforce. We are pleased to see more housing chatter from candidates on the campaign trail than ever before.

Looking ahead to 2018 we know that the November elections will dominate the advocacy landscape, and we will be present throughout to ensure that housing is part of the conversation. There will be other major tasks in front of the housing industry as well, including the Supreme Court hearing of Harstad v. Woodbury, the technical update to the building and energy codes, and a strong push for workforce development in support of Project Build Minnesota.

We’ve also been busy building out the Housing First Advocate Network, which captures the depth of our industry by organizing everyone in a single network.

This will allow us to communicate major industry news and action alerts via text or email, and we also are increasing our capacity to connect industry members with their local elected officials at unique events.

Our successes in 2017 would not have been possible without the dedicated and talented members of the housing industry.

To all who contributed time, talent, and treasure to the housing movment, THANK YOU!

JAMES@HOUSINGFIRSTMN.ORG

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LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY BATC-Housing First Minnesota seeks to share the impact of current and proposed legislation with elected officials at the federal, state and local levels. We work to influence the process to ensure that our builders and remodelers can continue to build safe, durable homes at a price families can afford. Through data, testimony, one-on-one conversations, position statements and by providing background materials, BATCHousing First Minnesota strives to have elected officials support legislation that promotes housing and homeownership.

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2018 Legislative Session: What Lies Ahead?

BATC-Housing First Minnesota and the Minnesota Association of REALTORSÂŽ will once again have a handful of proposals that will make up the Minnesota Homeownership Initiative.

These solutions will address many of the obstacles currently facing the housing industry: labor, regulatory burden and affordability for first-time buyers.

The Minnesota Legislature will gavel in the 2018 Legislative Session on Feb. 20.

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First-Time Homebuyer Savings Account Last session, the legislature took a positive step forward in encouraging Minnesotans to save more of their own money for purchasing their first home through the establishment of First-Time Homebuyer Savings Accounts.

However, work remains.

As current law allows, first-time homebuyers and those re-entering the housing market can establish

savings accounts to be used toward the purchase of a house and/or closing costs. Married joint filers can contribute up to $28,000 and individuals up to $14,000 each year in a standard savings account. Interest and dividend gains can be claimed as a state tax deduction.

In order to incentivize more Minnesotans to save for their dream home, the Minnesota Homeownership Initiative will propose expanding the state tax deduction beyond the interest earned.

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Labor, Labor, Labor Industry members far and wide have been talking about labor and workforce challenges. It is clear that this is among the biggest obstacles facing our industry and it will be facing us for some time. BATC-Housing First Minnesota has joined with The Builders Group, Minnesota Builders Exchange, Associated Builders and Contractors and several other organizations to create Project Build Minnesota. This new organization will provide a platform to shift the conversation about jobs in the construction industry.

With the help of significant donations and contributions from industry members, Project Build Minnesota plans to move ahead in 2018 with its first round of marketing. The primary goal is to drive

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traffic to the website and get 16- to 22-year-olds interested in construction careers. Project Build Minnesota will use social media, blogs and other digital ads.

While they are excited to get started with the marketing campaign, additional funding is needed. When the 2018 legislative session starts this February, the organization will share its mission with legislators and seek state assistance to further strengthen Project Build Minnesota. They hope to share with lawmakers the importance of solving the labor shortage as it’s vital that we build new homes in this state not only for our economy, but to ensure that the American dream of homeownership is achievable for all Minnesotans.

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Addressing Regulatory Burden The regulatory costs associated with new construction have surged over the past decade. We know that we need regulations to ensure safety and durability in new home construction, but the regulatory structure must meet these objectives at a price that families can afford.

The cost of complying with local and state government regulations negatively affects the affordability of housing. Every mandate, fee, and project delay represents a real cost that is passed on to homebuyers.

Some of the challenges faced by homebuyers include: Homebuyer Access

Regulatory Costs Have Soared

Affordability Gets Lost in Regulatory Process

In Minnesota, for every $1,000 increase in the price of a home, about 4,000 households are priced out of the market for a median-priced new home.

National estimates show that, on average, regulations imposed by government at all levels account for nearly 25 percent of the final price point of a home.

Well-intentioned policy work in the various state agencies aims to meet regulatory goals, but too often it misses the equally important goal of minimizing cost impacts for homeowners.

Homeownership is less Attainable for too Many The homeownership rate is at decades-low levels both in Minnesota and nationally. Greater affordability in all homes means more homeownership for all.

During the 2017 legislative session, Rep. Bob Vogel and Sen. Mary Kiffmeyer proposed a bill that would allow for the legislative committee with jurisdiction to review rulemaking proposals which would impact individual homeowner costs to purchase or remodel a home by $1,000 or more. Similar bills are expected to move forward this session.

Federal Tax Reform: Protecting Homeownership Incentives BATC-Housing First Minnesota sent a letter to Minnesota’s congressional delegation asking that popular homeownership incentives be protected as Congress takes up tax reform.

The letter, sent to the state’s eight members of the House of Representatives and both United States Senators, outlines the importance of mortgage interest deductions and property tax deductions and why these provisions should be retained.

The letter echoes BATC-Housing First Minnesota’s long-held belief that tax provisions encouraging homeownership should be protected in any upcoming tax reform legislation.

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For every $1,000 increase in the price of a home, 4,000 households are priced out of the market

Government regulations account for nearly 25% of the cost of a new home

“Our tax code has historically incentivized homeownership altering the popular homeownership-related tax deductions threatens homeownership rates and harm an industry that is finally recovering from the economic crisis faced over the last decade, negatively impacting our economy.”

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LEGAL ADVOCACY When an unfavorable or abusive law or rule must be challenged in court, BATC-Housing First Minnesota steps up via our Legal Defense Fund. Legal advocacy is the last line of defense for the industry.

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Harstad v. Woodbury: Landmark Victory Against Impact Fees In a landmark win for the industry, the Minnesota Court of Appeals upheld a lower court’s ruling that cities cannot withhold approval of a development to force a developer to consent to impact fees. In 2016, developer Martin Harstad sued the city of Woodbury over its major roadway assessment fees, which the district court found illegal. BATCHousing First Minnesota, along with NAHB and Frank Kottschade, filed a friend-of-the-court brief supporting Harstad’s Court of Appeals case.

The Minnesota Supreme Court announced in November that it will review the case. BATCHousing First Minnesota, along with Kottschade, will be submitting a friend-of-the-court brief to the Minnesota Supreme Court on behalf of Harstad.

BATC-Housing First Minnesota Legal Defense Fund Roster Jason McCarty (Chair)

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REGULATORY ADVOCACY BATC-Housing First Minnesota strives to illustrate the cumulative effect of multiple regulatory impacts on home building and remodeling. This involves working with government agencies to ensure that regulations applied to our industry are common sense, necessary and based on sound science.

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Lead Paint/RRP Rule: Industry Pushes Reform The Minnesota Department of Health released an updated draft of its Renovate, Repair, and Paint (RRP) Rules in late September in response to the housing industry’s collective unease with previous drafts released

by MDH. The state’s proposed RRP Rules governing remodeling and renovation practices in pre-1978 homes will replace the Environmental Protection Agency’s RRP Rule in Minnesota once adopted.

BATC-Housing First Minnesota and other industry groups have been concerned that remodeling costs of pre-1978 homes would soar under Minnesota’s proposed RRP Rules, due

to costly requirements that exceed the current EPA rule.

The September draft, which followed two alternative drafts submitted by BATC-Housing First Minnesota and a meeting with representatives of the housing industry in late August, included 32 changes from the draft RRP Rules released in July.

Following the release of the September draft, BATC-Housing First Minnesota submitted a list of 23 changes recommended by industry experts in mid-October. MDH responded in November, agreeing to make 15 changes directly related to BATC-Housing First Minnesota’s proposal.

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Building Code Process Members of the state’s Construction Code Advisory Council met on Nov. 30 to begin the process of updating the state’s building codes.

During the meeting, the Construction Codes Advisory Council appointed the official members of its 10 Technical Advisory Groups (TAGs), the bodies responsible for reviewing changes to each code: Accessibility Code, Building Code Administration, Commercial Building Code, Elevator Code, Energy Code, Existing Building Code, Fire Code Compatibility, Mechanical and Fuel Gas Code, Structural and the Residential Building Code.

In the coming weeks, the TAGs will begin reviewing the changes in the 2015 and 2018 codes and prepare recommendations of which code provision to adopt.

The Construction Code Advisory Council will then review the TAGs recommendations and submit its findings to the Department of Labor and Industry Commissioner, before the final proposed code is published.

The final draft codes will be opened for public comment before going into effect, with a draft available in mid-2018. The new codes will take effect in March 2020.

Four BATC-Housing First Minnesota members were appointed to TAGs at the meeting: Residential Building Code:

Brent Nygaard Lennar

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Ross Anderson

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In addition to their TAG appointments, Swanson and Anderson also serve on BATC-Housing First Minnesota’s Regulatory Affairs Subcommittee.

In the coming weeks, the TAGs will begin reviewing the changes in the 2015 and 2018 codes and prepare recommendations of which code provisions to adopt.

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REGULATORY ADVOCACY

WOTUS Rule Repeal BATC-Housing First Minnesota submitted comments in October to the EPA and the Army Corps of Engineers regarding the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) Rule. In its letter, BATC-Housing First Minnesota applauded the move to better define which water bodies fall under this rule and to recodify the previous WOTUS rule.

Stay up to date on the latest regulatory & code updates: HousingFirstMN.org

Water Quality Rulemaking A Minnesota interagency workgroup has been examining how various state agencies should approach water refuse rulemaking. While not a binding rule, this draft report will outline a process and standards off which future water reuse rules will be based.

The final report will provide guidance on housing-related water reuse including stormwater reused for irrigation and water reuse within a home. Nick Erickson, regulatory affairs manager, submitted comments on behalf of BATCHousing First Minnesota.

Join the Housing First Advocate Network Are you willing to contact your elected officials on behalf of the housing industry? Join the Housing First Advocate Network (HFAN). When our industry is faced with challenges, it’s important elected officials hear directly from their constituents in the industry. The Housing First Advocate Network is a grassroots network utilized to advocate for the industry at all levels of government.

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ISSUE ADVOCACY & OUTREACH The advent of social media, technology and the internet have substantially elevated the opportunities for issue advocacy. Issue advocacy refers to social media, digital and traditional advertising on broad political issues. The goal is to engage and persuade the public to support our advocacy agenda. Additional outreach and events with elected officials and the public help to share the good work of the housing industry.

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ISSUE ADVOCACY & OUTREACH

Local Advocacy Fighting for Affordability: Stopping Local Design Standards In 2017, the Dayton Planning Commission proposed costly and restrictive design requirements for new home construction in the city. The standards which exceed the city’s authority would have resulted in increased construction costs and delays. In May, the Planning Commission and city staff hosted a roundtable with BATC-Housing First Minnesota members and staff regarding the proposed standards.

Local Government Issues Working Group Holds Inaugural Meeting The inaugural meeting of BATC-Housing First Minnesota’s Local Government Issues Working Group (LGIWG) was held in November. Over the past two years, BATC-Housing First Minnesota has added professional advocacy staff who are expanding our work in the regulatory, grassroots, political and local government space. The LGIWG emerged from this emphasis and provides a structure to review, prioritize and manage local engagement opportunities.

At its November meeting, the Dayton City Council and Planning Commission met in a joint session to discuss a revised version of the proposed design standards. Housing First Minnesota submitted a letter outlining how the proposed design standards would reduce home affordability in the city.

Home Builders Honor Twin Cities’ Best BATC-Housing First Minnesota is honored to name Representative Dennis Smith (Maple Grove) and Senator Dan Hall (Burnsville) as the recipients of its Legislator of the Year Awards. Housing First Minnesota’s Legislator of the Year Awards are given to members of the Minnesota Legislature who have championed housing issues and industry legislative priorities.

“During the 2017 legislative session, Representative Smith and Senator Hall both played key roles in helping advance homeownership and housing affordability for all Minnesota families,” said Bob Michels, 2017 BATC-Housing First Minnesota President. “Our Legislator of the Year Awards recognize both Rep. Smith and Sen. Hall as housing champions who understand that homes are the backbone of strong communities.”

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Representative Smith championed legislation that removed barriers to condo and townhome development.

Senator Hall championed legislation that created a fair notice for housing moratorium.

“We thank Senator Hall and Representative Smith for their work at the Capitol,” said David Siegel, executive director of BATC-Housing First Minnesota. “We are already seeing positive outcomes in the housing market from the passing of these pieces of legislation.”

The awards were presented during BATC-Housing First Minnesota’s annual Building Industry Gala (BIG Night) on Oct. 26.

SEE ALL BIG NIGHT AWARD WINNERS ON PAGES 44-50

2017 Legislators of the Year, Rep. Dennis Smith (Maple Grove), Sen. Dan Hall (Burnsville)

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ELECTORAL ADVOCACY Electoral Advocacy is critical to the success of our comprehensive advocacy program. It is essential to participate in the electoral process to get individuals who are friendly to our cause elected to public office. BATC-Housing First Minnesota uses its Housing First Fund and Housing First PAC to engage in the electoral process at the state and local levels.

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Housing Becomes Part of 2018 Election Discussion In less than 11 months Minnesotans will go to the polls to determine who will become their next governor. Health care, education and the economy are sure to dominate the conversation throughout the primary season and run-up to the general election, but housing has also been elevated as part of frequent discussions amongst the 2018 contenders.

The housing industry makes up approximately 15 percent of Minnesota’s GDP. From providing good-paying jobs for construction workers to building the American dream, the housing industry is an integral part of Minnesota’s economy.

Sen. David Osmek (Mound)

That’s why BATC-Housing First Minnesota has had conversations with many of the leading gubernatorial candidates in the past months.

“We know that regardless of who is elected, we need to be able to communicate the key issues that are facing the housing and construction industry. Since July, we have had quality conversations with candidates from both major parties,” said Daryl Doehr, senior regional sales manager of Marvin Windows and 2017-18 Housing First Chair.

Rep. Erin Murphy (St. Paul)

The housing industry makes up approximately 15 percent of Minnesota’s GDP. From providing good-paying jobs for construction workers to building the American dream, the housing industry is an integral part of Minnesota’s economy.

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Housing Advocate Elected to Bloomington City Council Shawn Nelson, housing industry advocate and former BATC-Housing First Minnesota president, won a special election for Bloomington City Council on Nov. 7.

With his victory over incumbent Eldon Spencer, Nelson will represent the 2nd district in Bloomington. He took the oath of office on Nov. 20 and his term runs until January 2020.

Nelson owns and operates his remodeling business, New Spaces, in Bloomington.

He is also a long-time Bloomington resident, husband to Ann, and father of two daughters.

Nelson was also endorsed by the Housing First PAC in October.

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“We congratulate Shawn on his victory. For years he has demonstrated his support for a strong housing market, which ties together the communities of our great state. He is a proven leader in the Bloomington community who shares our goal of building safe, smart and durable homes, at a price that families can afford.”

Bob Michels, 2017 BATC-Housing First Minnesota President

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Classroom Courses at a Glance TUESDAY, JAN. 23, 2018 ::

Designing & Building the Residential Exterior Wall Envelope with Peter Kulczyk 8:00 AM—3:30 PM | Maple Grove

THURSDAY, JAN. 25, 2018 :: EPA Lead Renovator Initial Certification Course 8:00 AM—4:30 PM

TUESDAY, JAN. 30, 2018 ::

THURSDAY, FEB. 1, 2018 ::

Exterior Envelope, Energy, Drones & More 8:00 AM—3:30 PM

TUESDAY, FEB. 6, 2018 ::

Silica—How to Meet OSHA Standards 8:00—9:00 AM Low Voltage Radiant Heating 9:00—10:00 AM

Principles & Best Practices for High-Performance Enclosures 8:00­­—10:00 AM

Maximizing Home Values by Assessing, Preserving and Planting Trees During Construction 10:00—11:00 AM

Problems & the Solutions for Supporting Large Loads 10:00—11:00 AM

Changes to Minnesota's Common Interest Ownership Act 11:00 AM—12:00 PM

Rules of the Game: Contract Terms to Stay Out of Court & Invisible to DLI 11:00 AM—12:00 PM

So, Tell Me About Your Problem House 12:30—2:00 PM

Quartz Surfacing Features and Benefits 12:30—1:30 PM Cabinetry and Millwork by Design Made Easy 1:30—3:30 PM

Stormwater Regulations for Homebuilders and Common Practices for Compliance 2:00—3:30 PM

TUESDAY, FEB. 27, 2018 ::

Designing & Building the Residential Exterior Wall Envelope with Peter Kulczyk 8:00 AM—3:30 PM

TUESDAY, MARCH 6, 2018 :: Residential Kitchen & Bath Design: Sustainability & Performance 8:00—9:00 AM

Why Do Air and Water Barriers Matter 9:00—10:00 AM Principles & Best Practices for HighPerformance Mechanical Systems 10:00 AM—12:00 PM The How and Why of Exterior Insulation 12:30­—2:30 PM Changes to Minnesota's Common Interest Ownership Act 2:30—3:30 PM

TUESDAY, MARCH 13, 2018 ::

Learning the Land Development Process in the New Age of Technological Advancements 8:30—11:30 AM EPA Lead Renovator Certification Refresher Course 12:00—4:00 PM

TUESDAY, MARCH 20, 2018 :: EPA Lead Renovator Initial Certification Course 8:00 AM—4:30 PM

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1. Builder of the Year, John Kraemer & Sons, Inc. :: 2. Associate of the Year, Admit One, Inc. :: 3. Remodeler of the Year, James Barton Design Build, Inc. :: 4. Advocate of the Year, Bill Gschwind, Minnesota Construction Law Services :: 5. Legislator of the Year, Representative Dennis Smith :: 6. Legislator of the Year, Senator Dan Hall :: 7. Housing Industry Leader of the Year, Lennar ::

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8. Robert L. Hanson Lifetime Achievement Award, Bob Hanson with Lenn Pratt, Pratt Homes :: 9. MN Green Path Leadership Award, Sustainable 9 Design + Build :: 10. Rising Star Award, Dana Dziuk, Lee Lyn Construction, LLC Not pictured, Building BATC Award, Jill Murphy, True North Consulting, LLC

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1. Under $225,000 MICHAEL LEE, INC. #48 • Woodbury Trillium Partners: All, Inc., Contract Interiors, Inc., Pella Windows & Doors, Scherer Bros. Lumber Co., Schwieters Cabinetry, Schwieters Companies, Inc. 2. $225,000 - $250,000 CAPSTONE HOMES, INC. #378 • Lino Lakes Trillium Partners: Ferguson Enterprises 3. $250,000 - $275,000 LEE LYN CONSTRUCTION, LLC #222 • Watertown Trillium Partners: All, Inc., Elevations, FocalPoint Flooring Cabinets & Design, Glowing Hearth & Home, Kariel Staging, Southern Lights 4. $275,000 - $300,000 SEMLER CONSTRUCTION, INC. #326 • St. Francis Trillium Partners: Croix Design & Drafting, Inc., Warners’ Stellian Appliance, Water Doctors Water Treatment Co. 5. $300,000 - $320,000 ROBERT THOMAS HOMES, INC. #92 • Lakeville Trillium Partners: All, Inc., Ambiance At Home, Contract Interiors, Inc., Creative Lighting, Inc.

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6. $320,000 - $340,000 PRICE CUSTOM HOMES #348 • Blaine Trillium Partners: Glowing Hearth & Home, Kariel Staging, Schwieters Companies, Inc., Warners’ Stellian Appliance 7. $340,000 - $375,000 TRISTAR HOMES, LLC #329 • Andover Trillium Partners: Glowing Hearth & Home, Lionheart Home Staging, LLC, North Country Distributors, Inc., Twin City Discount Granite, Warners’ Stellian Appliance 8. $375,000 - $400,000 ROBERT THOMAS HOMES, INC. #94 • Lakeville Trillium Partners: All, Inc., Ambiance At Home, Contract Interiors, Inc., Creative Lighting, Inc. $400,000 - $410,000 9. ROBERT THOMAS HOMES, INC. #185 • Chaska Trillium Partner: All, Inc., Ambiance At Home, Contract Interiors, Inc., Creative Lighting, Inc. 10. $410,000 - $450,000 ROBERT THOMAS HOMES, INC. #97 • Lakeville Trillium Partners: All, Inc., Ambiance At Home, Contract Interiors, Inc., Creative Lighting, Inc.

11. $410,000 - $450,000 LENNAR #197 • Victoria Trillium Partners: Fireside Hearth & Home, FocalPoint Flooring Cabinets & Design 12. $450,000 - $485,000 DINGMAN CUSTOM HOMES #303 • Champlin Trillium Partners: All, Inc., Creative Lighting, Inc., Croix Design & Drafting, Inc. 13. $485,000 - $520,000 JOHNSON REILAND BUILDERS & REMODELERS, INC. #131 • Northfield Trillium Partners: ABC Supply Co., Inc., FocalPoint Flooring Cabinets & Design, Glowing Hearth & Home, RJA Cabinetry & Design, Scherer Bros. Lumber Co., Southern Lights, Warners’ Stellian Appliance 14. $520,000 - $550,000 ROBERT THOMAS HOMES, INC. #186 • Chaska Trillium Partners: All, Inc., Ambiance At Home, Contract Interiors, Inc., Creative Lighting, Inc., Fireside Hearth & Home 15. $550,000 - $675,000 ROBERT THOMAS HOMES, INC. #277 • St. Michael Trillium Partners: All, Inc., Ambiance At Home, Contract Interiors, Inc., Creative Lighting, Inc.

OVER $1,200,000

16. $675,000 - $770,000 CREATIVE HOMES, INC. #25 • Stillwater Trillium Partners: All, Inc., Ambiance At Home, C&J Stoneworks, Inc., Contract Interiors, Inc., Creative Lighting, Inc., Ferguson Enterprises, Lampert Lumber, Pella Windows & Doors, Schwieters Companies, Inc., Shaughnessy Flooring, Town and Country Granite 17. $770,000 - $925,000 PEBBLE CREEK CUSTOM HOMES #139 • Prior Lake Trillium Partners: All, Inc., Glowing Hearth & Home, Southern Lights 18. $925,000 - $1,200,000 MICHAEL PAUL DESIGN + BUILD #179 • Eden Prairie Trillium Partners: C&J Stoneworks, Inc., Fireside Hearth & Home, Muska Lighting, The Tile Shop 19. Over $1,200,000 CITY HOMES, LLC #207 • Excelsior Trillium Partners: Admit One, Inc., All, Inc., Generations Hardwood Flooring, Granite-Tops, LLC, James Hardie Building Products, Martha O’Hara Interiors, Scherer Bros.

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ROMA & Trillium Award Winners The Remodeler of Merit Awards (ROMA) honor our remodeler members for quality and value in remodeling projects that range from baths, kitchens and additions to whole-house remodels. Entries are judged on creativity in meeting the unique challenges of remodeling, and in successfully meeting the needs, desires and budgets of their clients. Trillium Awards are given to all entered participating Associates in a ROMA-winning home.

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2. Additions Over $300,000 BEAUTIFUL CHAOS RENOVATIONS Independence • 3400 sq. ft.

3. Bathrooms Under $60,000 LAKE COUNTRY BUILDERS, LTD. Minneapolis • 198 sq. ft.

Trillium Partner: Shaw/Stewart Lumber Co.

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4. Bathrooms Over $60,000 NOR-SON, INC. Deephaven • 280 sq. ft.

Trillium Partners: Modern Design Cabinetry, Scherer Bros. Lumber Co. 5. Interior Under $200,000 SHOWCASE RENOVATIONS, INC. Bloomington • 1,700 sq. ft.

Trillium Partner: Scherer Bros.

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KITCHENS OVER $100,000

6. Interior Over $200,000 MICHELS HOMES Medicine Lake • 2,000 sq. ft.

Trillium Partners: Granite-Tops, LLC, Studio M Interiors, Warners’ Stellian Appliance 7. Kitchens Under $70,000 MCDONALD REMODELING, INC. St. Paul • 100 sq. ft.

Trillium Partners: Scherer Bros. Lumber Co., Warners’ Stellian Appliance

8. Kitchens $70,000 - $100,000 ISPIRI, LLC White Bear Lake • 378 sq. ft.

Trillium Partners: Warners’ Stellian Appliance 9. Kitchens Over $100,000 PUUSTELLI USA Edina • 650 sq. ft.

Trillium Partner: Warners’ Stellian Appliance

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SPECIAL–ROOM 10. Lower Level (Basement) MA PETERSON DESIGNBUILD, INC. Plymouth • 1,106 sq. ft.

Trillium Partners: Distinctive Drywall, Inc., GraniteTops, LLC, Warners’ Stellian Appliance 11. Special - Detail Components BEAUTIFUL CHAOS RENOVATIONS Independence • 400 sq. ft.

TOTAL HOUSE UNDER $700,000 12. Special - Outdoor Living MICHELS HOMES North Oaks • 8,000 sq. ft.

Trillium Partner: Granite-Tops, LLC 13. Special - Room MICHELS HOMES North Oaks • 500 sq. ft.

Trillium Partners: Grantie-Tops, LLC, Warners’ Stellian Appliances

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TOTAL HOUSE OVER $700,000 14. Total House Under $700,000 JAMES BARTON DESIGN-BUILD, INC. Birchwood • 3,264 sq. ft.

15. Total House Over $700,000 M & M HOME CONTRACTORS, INC. St.Paul • 5,526 sq. ft.

Trillium Partners: Scherer Bros. Lumber Co., Warners’ Stellian Appliance

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Bennie Award Winner The Bennie Award recognizes excellence in neighborhood design and construction. Judging criteria used to determine the winner includes aesthetic appeal, land plan, retention of natural features, amenities, neighborhood structures as well as street layout.

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ROBERT ENGSTROM COMPANIES Wildflower at Lake Elmo

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

2018 Upcoming Events JAN 23

FEB 3

MNLA Offices | See Details for Dates

4:30 PM Registration 6:00 PM Program

2018 Contractor U Courses Begin BATC-Housing First Minnesota See Details for Dates

Motor Coach Tour | Reception at Lafayette Club, Minnetonka Beach

FEB 13

FEB 15

FEB 24

MAR 14

InterContinental Hotel, St. Paul

JAN 16

JAN 18

2018 LAUNCH PARTY Leadership Peer Group Courses Begin BATC-Housing First Minnesota &

A’bulae, St. Paul

8:00 AM–3:00 PM

member kickstart Mall of America Rotunda 12:00-4:00 PM

BATC-Housing First Minnesota 3:30-5:00 PM

Spring Parade of Homes Begins

MAR 23

APR 12

APR 18

A PRODUCT AND SERVICE EXPO

member kickstart

Mar 23-25 | Fri.-Sun. 12:00-6:00 PM

JUN 8

Jun 8-24 | Fri.-Sun. 12:00-6:00 PM

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11:00 AM-6:30 PM

APR 21

Minneapolis Convention Center Show Floor Open 2:00-8:00 PM

BATC-Housing First Minnesota 3:30-5:00 PM

BATC Foundation Hearts in Housing Gala

JUN 13

JUN 19

AUG 2

member kickstart Artisan Home Tour Begins

12:00-6:00 PM

BATC-Housing First Minnesota 3:30-5:00 PM

MEMBER 2018

Spring Remodelers Showcase Begins

Feb 24-Mar 25 | Thurs.-Sun.

BATC-Housing First Minnesota 3:00-6:00 PM

JW Marriott, Bloomington | 5:30 PM

G OLF Majestic Oaks Golf Club, Ham Lake

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

2018 Upcoming Events AUG 27

AUG 8

SEPT 8

SEPT 18

GOLF OPEN

member kickstart BATC-Housing First Minnesota 3:30-5:00 PM

Housing Day at the Fair

Fall Parade of Homes Begins Sept 8-30 | Thurs.-Sun.

Legends Golf Club, Prior Lake

12:00-6:00 PM

SEPT 28

OCT 2

OCT 10

member kickstart Fall Remodelers Showcase Begins Sept 28-30 | Fri.-Sun.

Minnesota Horse and Hunt Club, Prior Lake

BATC-Housing First Minnesota 3:30-5:00 PM

OCT 25

NOV 15

DEC 12

12:00-6:00 PM

MEMBER buck AUCTION Mystic Lake Center, Prior Lake

BATC-Housing First Minnesota 4:30-7:30 PM

member kickstart BATC-Housing First Minnesota 3:30-5:00 PM

OCT 11

C O N F E R E N C E

BATC-Housing First Minnesota 8:00 AM-4:00 PM

DETAILS :: Leadership Peer Groups Course Dates January 16, 30; February 13, 27; March 13, 27 Contractor University Course Dates January 23, 25, 30; February 1, 6, 27; March 6, 13, 20

Register for Events & Find Details @ BATC.org/Events

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2018 LAUNCH PARTY

Launch Party Launch 2018 right with tremendous networking and culinary delights as we hear from nationally acclaimed economist and speaker Elliot Eisenberg as he covers these burning topics: • • • •

Impact of tax reform on housing and the economy GDP performance outlook Inflation rates How many rate hikes in 2018

We’ll also recognize the BATC-Housing First Minnesota leadership and our new BATC-Housing First Minnesota president, Tom Wiener, along with the BATC Foundation leadership and the BATC Foundation President, Stephen Roche.

WHEN ::

Thursday, January 18, 2018 4:30 p.m. Check-in & Networking 6:00 p.m. Program & Dinner

WHERE ::

A’bulae 255 6th St E. St Paul, MN 55101

SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE ::

To take advantage of the best deals, check out our sponsorship opportunities which includes recognition by BATC-Housing First Minnesota leadership at the event.

Kori Meewes 612.801.9874 Kori@BATC.org

TICKETS :: $54 per Ticket

Register at BATC.org by January 11

Brad Meewes 651.269.2399 Brad@BATC.org

QUESTIONS? ::

Contact BATC-Housing FIrst Minnesota 651.697.1954 Reception@BATC.org

PRE SE NTING SPONSORS

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NFL Alumni Artisan Home Tour Spend Saturday morning of Super Bowl weekend riding in a luxury motor coach to tour four amazing high-end residences located in the western Twin Cities suburbs. Then be transported to a special lunch and reception hosted by NFL Alumni at the historic Lafayette Club in Minnetonka Beach! Tickets are limited.

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AN EXCLUSIVE HOME TOUR EVENT + RECEPTION

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TICKETS ::

WHERE ::

QUESTIONS? ::

Saturday, February 3, 2018 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Four spectacular homes and Lafayette Club, Minnetonka Beach

Details and tickets at ArtisanHomeTour.org

Contact Tom Gavaras 651.697.7592 Tom@BATC.org

PROCEEDS BENEFIT

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FEATURED HOMES

FEATURING APPEARANCES BY JOHN KRAEMER & SONS, INC

DA R R E L L T H O MPSON played college football for the MN Golden Gophers where he became the school’s all-time leader in career rushing yards. He then played for the NFL’s Green Bay Packers in 60 games, earning 1,640 rushing yards and 330 receiving yards, scoring eight touchdowns.

KU RT KNOF F was a former NFL safety who played for the Minnesota Vikings, Denver Broncos and Houston Oilers. A graduate of East Grand Forks High School in East Grand Forks, Minn., Knoff was named the MN High School Athlete of the Year in 1972.

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DENALI CUSTOM HOMES, INC. Scott Amundson Photography

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LECY BROS. HOMES & REMODELING Landmark Photography

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Housing Industry Career Fair

PRE SEN T ED B Y B ATC –H O U S IN G F IR S T M IN N E S OTA

Hiring? This is the place to be!

If you need workers, reserve your booth at this popular, highly visible and convenient location!

The Mall of America offers easy access for job seekers by car, bus and light rail. This is a great venue to increase awareness of your job openings and provides an opportunity to promote home construction as a great profession to MOA shoppers.

BATC-Housing First Minnesota will advertise the event using television, radio, print ads, online job boards and social media, plus notifications to upper Midwest technical colleges and more!

We encourage you to feature jobs such as: carpenters, drywallers, painters, framers, electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, project management, estimators, sales, fork lift operators, field technicians, office operations, customer service, warehouse, administrative, accountants, truck drivers, interns and more.

WHEN ::

Tuesday, February 13, 2018 12:00–4:00 p.m.

WHERE ::

Mall of America Rotunda

BOOTH REGISTRATION ::

$299 / BATC-Housing First MN Member $399 / Non-BATC-Housing First MN Member

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The BATC job fair is one we look forward to every year. It is a very well organized and promoted fair!”

Megan Carriveau Lyman Companies

QUESTIONS? ::

Contact Tom Gavaras 651.697.7592 Tom@BATC.org

SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE ::

To take advantage of the best deals, check out our sponsorship opportunities which include booth space at the event.

Includes 8’ wide space, black backdrape, 6’ table, two chairs & company name sign. Plus, FREE website listing of open job construction positions at your business!

Kori Meewes 612.801.9874 Kori@BATC.org

Register now at TCBuilderJobs.org

Brad Meewes 651.269.2399 Brad@BATC.org

REGISTER @ TCBUILDERJOBS.ORG PRE SE NTING SPONSOR

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Housing Day at the Capitol

Housing Day at the Capitol serves as a way for you to get involved— meeting face-to-face with legislators on key issues the housing industry faces everyday. Lunch is provided as we share primary messages and lobbying tips, and shuttle to the Capitol and back for the Legislative Reception. Enjoy your time connecting with legislators, staff and your colleagues in the housing industry while making an impact.

WHEN ::

Wednesday, March 14, 2018 11:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

WHERE ::

InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront Hotel Great River Ballroom 11 E. Kellogg Boulevard St. Paul, Minnesota 55101

REGISTRATION ::

$25 per Ticket (Early Bird) $40 per Ticket (After March 1st)

SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE ::

To take advantage of the best deals, check out our sponsorship opportunities which include your company logo on event signage.

Kori Meewes 612.801.9874 Kori@BATC.org Brad Meewes 651.269.2399 Brad@BATC.org

Register at HousingDayMN.org

QUESTIONS? ::

Contact BATC-Housing First Minnesota 651.697.1954 Reception@BATC.org

C APITOL SPONSORS

REGISTER @ HOUSINGDAYMN.ORG

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Builders & Remodelers Show A PRODUCT & S E RV IC E E X PO

BATC-Housing First Minnesota BRS is one of the largest building industry product shows in the upper Midwest. Check out the refreshed floor plan with more than 225 vendors showing off their newest and best products and services. This year’s show is a must for every builder, remodeler, architect and designer!

WHEN ::

Thursday, April 12, 2018 1:00-3:00 p.m. Education 2:00-8:00 p.m. Trade Show Open

WHERE ::

Minneapolis Convention Center Hall C

REGISTRATION :: Register now at BATCBRS.org

QUESTIONS? ::

SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE ::

“

We’re checking out different products and suppliers and chatting with a lot of friends. BRS is a great spot to see all these products and services in one location, super convenient to see what people have to offer. You got to come on down, it’s free and a great way to learn about products and services.”

Ali Awad Awad & Koontz Architects Builders, Inc.

To take advantage of the best deals, check out our sponsorship opportunities which include company recognition on social media promoting the event.

Kori Meewes 612.801.9874 Kori@BATC.org Brad Meewes 651.269.2399 Brad@BATC.org

Contact Nicole Coon 651.697.7571 Nicole@BATC.org

“

BRS has been great, with a lot of quality traffic.

There’s no better forum to get a product out to the public— especially contractors. For the small investment, it is well worth your time to get a booth at BRS and bring your product straight to the contractors.”

Jason Bast Forever Barnwood

PRE MIE R SHOW SPONSORS

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ATTENDEES :: Your Innovative Resource for the Building Industry Discover new trends, build new relationships, and gain the tools you need to succeed: • • • •

Supreme Networking Discover New Products & Services NEW Exhibitor Categories NEW Mobile App Includes: Show info, exhibitor directory and profiles (including categories), booths, sponsors, floorplan, schedule and sessions, speakers and profile • Refreshed Floorplan • Free Admission* • Free Food*

EXHIBITORS :: Book today—limited space remains.

Register at BATCBRS.org Connect with over 1,000 builders, remodelers & interior designers, and have fun doing it!

1:00–3:00 p.m. – Exhibitors are welcome to come before the show to take advantage of educational offerings that are sure to enhance and strengthen your business.

2:00–8:00 p.m. – The show floor opens. Join more than 225 exhibit booths to reconnect with current customers and tell your story to prospective customers. Any company that provides products or services to Minnesota’s residential construction industry will find exhibiting at BRS of value.

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*Free Show Admission for all builders, remodelers, architects, interior designers, building officials and their staff—even walk-ins. Unlimited Dinner Passes to all BATC-Housing First Minnesota members if pre-registered.

Nonmembers can join us for dinner at $20 a head. Dinner for walk-in attendees will cost $20 for BATC-Housing First Minnesota members and $30 for nonmembers.

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BATC F O UN DATION

2018 Hearts in Housing Gala It’s time to raise your mint julep high and toast to the BATC Foundation at the event of the year! Join us at the Hearts in Housing Gala to celebrate the work of the BATC Foundation and its partners.

This year’s event, themed Foundation Derby, will include fabulous food and networking, silent and live auctions, and entertainment

by High & Mighty.

WHEN ::

Saturday, April 21, 2018 :30-7:00 p.m. Social Hour & 5 Silent Auction

7:00 p.m.

Trade Show Open

8:30 p.m. Live Auction/Silent Auction Ends (subject to change)

9:00-11:30 p.m. Entertainment: High & Mighty

WHERE :: J.W. Marriot Bloomington at Mall of America

SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE ::

To take advantage of the best deals, check out our sponsorship opportunities which include 2-10 complimentary tickets.

Kori Meewes 612.801.9874 Kori@BATC.org Brad Meewes 651.269.2399 Brad@BATC.org

QUESTIONS? ::

TICKETS ::

$150 per Ticket (Early Bird) $175 per Ticket (After April 1st)

Contact Shelly Barret 651.697.7563 Shelly@BATC.org

Registration opens Feb. 1, 2018 at HeartsinHousingGala.org

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FORE! Members gathered on the green to practice their swing, network with other members and help support the good work of the BATC Foundation at the Foundation Golf Open.

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1. Horsing around on the fairway :: 2. John Zirbes (Lyman Lumber), Bob Bennett (BATC Foundation) and Jeremy Larson (Hampton Companies, LLC) :: 3. Jody Kern (Wells Fargo Home Mortgage) and Lynne Jensen Nelson (Conversion-omics) :: 4. And they’re off! :: 5. A perfect day!

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Past Directors Lunch

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

Our past directors joined together at BATC-Housing First Minnesota for an afternoon of camaraderie and conversation.

The luncheon was a welcoming get-together to relive the past and explore where the industry is headed next.

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1. Bob Swanick & Gary Kraemer (John Kraemer & Sons, Inc.) :: 2. Pat Hegseth (Scherer Bros. Lumber Co.), KC Chermak (Pillar Homes Partner) & Rich Riemersma (Zawadski Homes) :: 3. A splash of color decked the tables :: 4. Bob Michels (Michels Homes) :: 5. Bob Michels and David Siegel (BATC-Housing First Minnesota) welcome past directors :: 6. David Siegel, Duane Meyer, Doug Hansen & Del Wischmann

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BATC-Housing First Minnesota members enjoyed an afternoon on the range at the Clay Shoot. It was a great day to build community with other members and win some great prizes.

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1. Networking at the 4th annual Clay Shoot :: 2. Kurt Baum, Jennifer McAlpin (McAlpin Marketing), Megan Meder, Brandon Babcock (Michael Paul Design + Build), Mike Laumann (Michael Paul Design + Build) ::

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3. A plated phesant dinner was just what these shooters needed after a few hours on the course :: 4. Patiently waiting to shoot those clay pigeons! :: 5. Kristin Reinitz (Minnesota Rusco) wins Best Female Shooter :: 6. Mark Searles, Lance Anderson (Admit One) & Kareem Reda :: 7. Ready, aim, fire! :: 8. Trophies for our winners! :: 9. Mike Cronin (Cabela’s Corporate Outfitters) takes home the Gold Label from the raffle.

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Kickstart

OCTOBER 11, 2017

Old and new members kickstart their membership by discovering how to best use BATC-Housing First Minnesota’s consumer marketing, what’s happening in the industry, and how to better serve the community.

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1. New members introduce themselves :: 2. Lance Premeau (Kolbe Windows & Doors), Laura Burt (BATC-Housing First Minnesota) & Brad Meewes (BATC-Housing First Minnesota) :: 3. Publications presented by BATC-Housing First Minnesota :: 4. Checking out the BATC-Housing First Minnesota info :: 5. Heather Griffis (BATC-Housing First Minnesota), Kochul Thao (Movement Mortgage), Jon Savat (Movement Mortgage) & Nicole Coon (BATC-Housing First Minnesota)

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This past October, attendees learned about what makes a highperformance house taught by Patrick Huelman, University of Minnesota; Rachel Wagner, Wagner Zaun Architecture; and Michael Resech, Residential Science Resources.

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The Evolution of Insulation 1. Patrick Huelman (University of Minnesota) :: 2. Green Path Energy Efficiency Conference signs introduce speakers :: 3. Welcome to the conference! :: 4. Rachel Wagner (Wagner Zaun Architecture)

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OCTOBER 26, 2017

It was the biggest night of the year for the building industry! More than 700 attendees gathered together for the BIG Night at Mystic Lake Casino and Hotel to celebrate accomplishments of the year and honor the best in the industry. WCCO’s Jason DeRusha emceed this night of food, fun and festivities!

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1. Elegant backdrop design for the bar :: 2. Kelly Contreras (Edward Jones) & Chris Contreras (MI Homes) :: 3. Enjoying appetizers and the company of friends :: 4. Ice sculpture for the shrimp fountain :: 5. Over 700 attendees celebrated the industry :: 6. Emcee Jason DeRusha (WCCO-TV) :: 7. Mike Laumann (Michael Paul Design + Build) :: 8. The Michels Homes team

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Member Buck Auction

NOVEMBER 15, 2017

Members gathered to celebrate 2017 and to spend their Member Bucks earned throughout the year. Bucks could be used to enter prize drawings, bid on live auction items and enter cash drawings.

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1. Krystle Nehls (Lennar) is all set to bid for the live auction items :: 2. Gail Ketter, Bob Cremers & Deb Hitchcock (Builders Club) :: 3. Marla Abstetar (Kohler, Co.), Meg Jaeger (New Spaces) & Pattie Martin (Twin City Fireplace & Stone Company, Inc.) :: 4. Mary Michels (Michels Homes), Kelly Contreras (Edward Jones), Bob Michels, Andy Michels & Katy Talboy (Michels Homes) :: 5. Jennifer McAlpin (McAlpin Marketing) wins a gift card to Home Depot :: 6. Jerry Decker (Brush Masters)

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is awarded with a Cabela’s gift card :: 7. Tony Wiener (Cardinal Homebuilders, Inc.) counting up his Member Bucks :: 8. Sepia Edwards (Creative Lighting) walked away with a brand new Weber grill! :: 9. All members at the event received a beanie for attending the Member Buck Auction :: 10. BATC-Housing First Minnesota members looking sharp in their new swag

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PARADE OF HOMES

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PARADE OF HOMES ::

Spring: February 24—March 25, 2018 Fall: September 8—September 30, 2018 Deadline for Fall Entry: 6/6/18

REMODELERS SHOWCASE :: Spring: March 23—25, 2018 Fall: September 28—30, 2018 Deadline for Fall Entry: 6/6/18

ARTISAN HOME TOUR :: June 8—10, 15—17 & 22—24, 2018

prospective buyers than you can get grow market share for our members remodeled homes are the smart choice

HOW CAN YOU MAKE THE MOST OF THE PA RADE OF HOMES, REMODELERS SHOWCASE AND A RTISAN HOME TOUR? PA RTICIPATE You’ve got to participate to receive all the benefits, so enter your home or projects in the tours! Watch your email for deadlines on upcoming tours so you never miss a beat.

PROMOTE Let consumers know you have a home or project in a tour! Are you an associate member who has a product featured in a Parade Home? Tell your customers about it! Use social media, email marketing and direct mail to get the word out about your home. Plus, once you enter there are many ways to get extra exposure, including our events calendar, special editorial sections, premium upgrades and more!

ADVERTISE

CONTACT ::

Entries and Online Company Upgrades: Casey Scozzari 651.697.7569 Casey@BATC.org Comments and Feedback: Dawnita Parmely 651.697.7587 Dawnita@BATC.org

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The Parade of Homes, Remodelers Showcase and Artisan Home Tour are the perfect place to reach consumers with the latest home products and styles. Connect with homebuyers in the market, homeowners interested in remodeling and our loyal followers. Contact Kori or Brad Meewes to find out more about advertising opportunities.

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In the Media NEWS COVERAGE ::

From workforce development to the NFL Alumni Artisan Home Tour to industry data updates, BATC-Housing First Minnesota has the press buzzing. Check out some of the places we’ve recently made headlines as we work to elevate the housing industry.

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IN THE MEDIA

SOCIAL MEDIA :: Let’s see those BATC-Housing First Minnesota moments! Meeting with your legislator at Housing Day at the Capitol? Working on your Parade Home? Tag us in your photos and posts on social media when you’re working on anything related to BATC-Housing First Minnesota.

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BATC FOUNDATION

St. Michael Foundation Ash House Key Ceremony The BATC Foundation opened the doors to its project for the St. Michael Foundation with a moving ribbon cutting. The Foundation expanded and remodeled a group home for four challenged young men.

Chief among the improvements was a new kitchen, where the residents love to cook together, gather at the new center island, and enjoy a meal at the dining room table. The Foundation’s addition also included a beautiful deck accessed from the kitchen and new flooring throughout much of the home.

Parents of the residents, staff from the home and St. Michael Foundation volunteers joined BATC Foundation leadership, build partner Minnesota Design & Construction, Senator Mary Kiffmeyer and Representative Eric Lucero at the ribbon cutting.

1 We took an unsafe kitchen that was badly in need of repair and elevated this group home to greater access and efficiency —what a wonderful project. We thank our builder and his many trade partners for their tremendous work. If you are interested in helping the BATC Foundation address the needs of homelessness, veterans and those in need, please contact shelly@batc.org :: SHELLY BARRETT, BATC FOUNATION COORDINATOR

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BATC FOUNDATION

(L to R, back row) Richard Berg, Contract Interiors Inc. :: Jody Kern, Wells Fargo Mortgage :: Kristin Reinitz, Minnesota Rusco :: Bob Bennett, Foundation Manager :: Paul Roecker, Lyman Roofing & Siding :: Dennis Medo, Project Build Minnesota :: David Siegel, BATC-Housing First Minnesota Interim Executive Director :: (L to R, front row) Shelly Barrett, Foundation Coordinator :: Lynne Jenson-Nelson, Conversion-omics :: Kate Hamilton, Cambria :: Jim Fuschetto, Lyman Lumber :: Melissa Engler, Pulte Homes :: Meg Jaeger, New Spaces ::

WELCOME NEW

BATC Foundation Board Members (L to R) Jim Fuschetto, Lyman Lumber Co. :: Jodie Jenewein, Coldwell Banker Burnet :: Kate Hamilton, Cambria :: Melissa Engler, Pulte Homes of Minnesota, LLC ::

WELCOME

Bob Bennett, New BATC Foundation Manager

We would like to welcome Bob Bennett to the BATC Foundation staff!

Bob has been a long supporter of the BATC Foundation. He has served on the Foundation Board of Director for many years. He has over 40 years in the building industry and as a BATC member. Bob enjoys golfing and hunting and resides in Lino Lakes with his wife, Mary Jo.

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LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP KRISTINA MAHLER :: DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP BATC-HOUSING FIRST MINNESOTA

We’re Serious About You. Let’s Get Engaged.

Working in membership, we are always focused on the ebb and flow of recruitment and retention.

Every month brings a class of new members who are eager to get involved and conversations with existing members who may be trying to find their place at BATC-Housing First Minnesota.

Here is the thing. We love our members. Heather and I form the membership “team” and we are passionate about you. We are serious about your success. We are focused on your happiness. We want this relationship to last a long time. So, we think it’s time to get engaged.

You’re ready. We’re waiting. What do we do next?

Here at BATC-Housing First Minnesota, we are loaded with ways to engage with your fellow members. Here are a few of the best ones: Kickstart. Yes, you’re right. I talk about Kickstart all of the time. And there is a good reason for that! One of the first questions a new member asks when they join is “What do I do now?” You might be surprised that we also have a number of existing members who are asking the same thing.

Every two months, we hold a Kickstart at the BATC-Housing First Minnesota offices and invite members to come learn about all things engagement. We have a talented staff and each of us are focused on a different aspect of the industry. At Kickstart, you can wrap your head around where you fit in so you don’t need to waste your time with areas you are not interested in.

Calendar of Events. Our calendar is jam packed with quality events. You will not find a monthly mixer here at BATC-Housing First Minnesota, but you will find thoughtful events that not only serve a purpose, but help you connect with other individuals in your industry with commons interests.

We want you to join us for golf tournaments, clay shoots, galas, awards ceremonies, appreciation bashes, auctions, etc. We also have several social events centered around our Parade of Homes and Artisan Home Tour that are targeted at both consumer and business partners for a well-rounded grouping.

Serve on a committee. We aren’t only interested in your good looks; we also want you for your brain! We are lucky to have several active committees helping us serve our membership effectively.

Staff is always on the lookout for members who want to get involved with the decision making and strategic planning of our committees. Kickstart is a great place to learn more about which committees have availability.

Refer a new member. Nothing says engaged member like referring someone you think will benefit from a membership with BATC-Housing First Minnesota. Not only do you get the warm fuzzy feeling of referring someone, but we will also give you $500 Member Bucks to spend at our Member Buck Auction later in the year!

So what do you say? Shall we get engaged?

KRISTINA@BATC.ORG

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MEMBERSHIP

NEW MEMBERS

BATC-HOUSI N G F IR S T

New Members

AUGUST-OCTOBER 2017

Alma Homes, LLC Kirsten Erickson 612-470-2562 AlmaHomesMN.com

Kolbe Windows & Doors Lance Premeau 715-842-5666 KolbeWindows.com

Schwieters Cabinetry Tracey Flack-Mills 651-407-1618 SchwietersCompanies.com

Bridge Realty - Josh Johnson Josh Johnson 612-723-2823

Laketown Homes Dale Willenbring 952-715-2926 LaketownHomes.com

Shimota Project Management, LLC Edward Shimota 651-387-3297 ShimotaPM.com

Legatt Decorating, Inc. Elizabeth Legatt Leising 763-541-0554 LegattDecorating.com

Stephan Home Construction, Inc. Christopher Stephan 612-382-4199

Condor Fireplace and Stone Glenda Starkweather 763-786-2341 CondorFireplace.com Elements, Inc. Jim Carlson 763-210-7747 Elevations Rick Hunt 952-474-1111 Fair and Square Remodeling, LLC Mike Otto 612-568-2472 FairandSquareRemodel.com Fidelity Bank Joe Gisch 952-830-7239 FidelityBankMN.com Grace Hill Kristi Patterson 952-476-2406 GraceHillDesign.com J.G. Hause Construction, Inc. Jeff Hause 651-439-0189 JGHause.com Keller Williams Premier Realty Sarah Marrinan Sarah Marrinan 651-964-0289 CallSarahFirst.com

New Homes of MN Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate | All Seasons Jennifer McGlone 612-390-6485 NewHomesofMN.com Northrup Remodeling Kim Tiefenthaler 612-825-3353 Paltrin Justin Riddle 612-568-7253 Paltrin.com Remax Advisors Mary Jo Quay 612-384-1360 RaiseUrRoofMN.com RNR Realty International Nene Matey-Keke 952-922-8582 RNRRealty.com RobertsHamilton Company Jean Latham 763-315-0100 RobertsHamilton.com

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Studio M Interiors Elizabeth Cohen 763-717-8500 StudioM-Int.com Superior Framing Corporation Tim Bruner 763-434-1702 Triton Commerce, LLC Caryn Butler 651-321-0578 TritonCommerce.com TruBuild Construction, LLC Tessa Christianson 612-499-2456 TruBuildConstruction.com Western Window Systems Christopher Barber 314-458-9599 WesternVolumeProgram.com Wings Financial Credit Union Nate Lehmeyer 952-997-8000 WingsFinancial.com

Thanks to these members who have helped grow our BATCHousing First community by recruiting new companies to join our association.

NEW MEMBERS

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HAVE A HOT PROSPECT? Contact Kristina Mahler Kristina@BATC.org

YOU’RE A MEMBER. NOW WHAT? Grab a drink or a snack and learn how to KickStart your Membership. Members old & new are welcome!

next event: Thursday, February 15th Wednesday, April 18th Wednesday, June 13th Wednesday, August 8th

Wednesday, October 10th Wednesday, December 12th

All events are at the BATC office from 3:30-5:00 PM. Register on our Calendar of Events on BATC.org Questions? Contact Heather@BATC.org

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MEMBER NEWS

Staying Connected

OPENINGS ::

Welcome to Member News. This is the place to learn about what’s happening in the lives of BATC-Housing First Minnesota members. We feature awards, births, marriages, condolences, promotions and all sorts of other milestones.

HAVE NEWS TO SHARE? SEND IT TO LAURA@BATC.ORG

CONGRATULATIONS ::

MINNESOTA RUSCO OPENS NEW SHOWROOM Minnesota Rusco’s new showroom is now open! The showroom features five sunrooms, a new life room and seven bathroom vignettes. They also showcase wood and vinyl windows and patio doors, entrance doors, LP SmartSide and premium vinyl siding.

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CONDOLENCES :: MARK EDWARD KRANZ WELCOME BABY DZIUK Congratulations to Dana Dziuk, senior project manager at Lee Lyn Construction, on her new little girl, Adrienne! Dana and her husband, Scott, welcomed their newest bundle of joy on Oct. 20, 2017.

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Our deepest sympathy to the friends, family and colleagues of Mark Kranz, Mitek USA, who passed away on Aug. 28 after a heroic struggle with kidney cancer. Mark will be truly missed by all who knew him.

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MEMBER NEWS

AWARDS :: VISTAGE MINNESOTA HONORS NICK HACKWORTHY, CEO OF CREATIVE HOMES, WITH 2017 VISTAGE MINNESOTA IMPACT AWARD Congratulations to Nick Hackworth, CEO of Creative Homes, on being awarded the first Vistage Minnesota IMPACT Award.

The award recognizes and celebrates local members who best demonstrate the Vistage core values of trust, caring, challenge and growth. Since the company’s inception in 2013, Nick has led Creative Homes from $10 million to $60 million in revenue and has grown from a two-person operation to a full-team of almost 40 people.

UPDATES :: FORMER BATC-HOUSING FIRST MINNESOTA PRESIDENT ELECTED TO BLOOMINGTON CITY COUNCIL Shawn Nelson, president of New Spaces and former BATC-Housing First MN President, won a special election for Bloomington City Council on Nov. 7. Nelson will represent the 2nd district in Bloomington. He took the oath of office on Nov. 20. Shawn’s term runs until January 2020.

NORBORD DONATES $1 MILLION TO EXPAND AND EXTEND HBI TRAINING PROGRAMS Building on the success of their #THANKAFRAMER campaign, Norbord CEO Peter Wijnbergen announced in September that the company would be donating an additional $1 million to the Home Builders Institute (HBI).

Although the recent donation update centers around the rebuilding effort in Texas and Florida, the HBI has a national presence and will have an effect from coast to coast. Norbord’s commitment to encouraging more young people into the trades is vital to the construction industry’s future.

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ADORA VANG JOINS BATC-HOUSI NG FIRST MN AS DIGITAL / GRA PHIC DESIGNE R : : We’re excited to welcome Adora Vang to our staff as our digital/ graphic designer! Adora joined BATC-Housing First Minnesota in October and will assist in the design and production of our digital and printed materials. Along with numerous design projects, she will help with website updates and video production. She previously worked at the University of Minnesota Learning Abroad Center as a video production assistant and interned at Find Your Power, a nonprofit in Minneapolis, working as a video/graphic designer on branding the new organization.

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BATC-Housing First 6/6/17 Minnesota is 2:48 PM pleased to welcome Kate Wigley to our staff as our advocacy coordinator. She will be providing administrative support to our advocacy team and will be the liaison between the department and our members. She will also help track industry-related legislation and organize advocacy events. Kate got her start in the housing industry working as an AmeriCorps VISTA at Habitat for Humanity and then as a Home Sale Support Specialist at Plus Relocation Services.

Prior to joining us, she worked at St. David’s Center for Child and Family Development where she provided guidance and support to the parents

of special needs children. Kate also managed the schedules of 30 internal staff members, including initial evaluations and ongoing scheduling across several programs.

Kate lives in south Minneapolis with her husband, cat and dog. She enjoys going to concerts, being a foodie, and, above all else, traveling all over the world. She’s looking forward to hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu this spring! Welcome, Kate!

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1st Choice Builders, LLC....................................651-342-0973 Accent Homes, Inc..............................................763-784-6013 Acme General Contracting..............................952-938-2041 Addilay Homes & Remodeling, LLC................612-386-4165 Adriatic Construction, LLC.............................952-240-5036 Advanced Home, Inc..........................................763-498-1535 A-Key Building & Remodeling, LLC................612-940-7717 Al Hirsch & Sons, Inc.......................................... 612-759-8235 Alan Chazin Homes, Inc....................................952-546-3385 All Around Property Preservation, LLC....... 763-447-3944 Allrounder Remodeling Inc............................... 651-497-7715 Alma Homes, LLC................................................612-470-2562 Amaris Homes, LLC........................................... 651-426-0584 AMEK, Inc..............................................................952-888-1200 Anchor Builders, LLC........................................ 952-285-9373 Andrus Built, LLC...................................................651-777-0111 Apex Construction Management, LLC........ 651-653-6300 Arbor Haus, LLC...................................................952-917-9130 Arcon Land, LLC.................................................952-898-2266 Aspect Design Build, LLC................................ 612-300-0025 Aulik & Associates, Inc.......................................952-591-1500 Authentic Construction Co., Inc......................651-228-9102 Avid Builders, Inc.................................................952-513-7375 Awad & Koontz Architects Builders, Inc...... 612-243-0540 Bald Eagle Builders, Inc.....................................651-407-6979 Barton Construction Services, Inc................ 651-334-9530 Baton Homes...................................................... 612-990-0368 BayCliff Homes, LLC......................................... 952-401-8830 BDM Construction, Inc........................................612-751-0170 Beautiful Chaos Renovations...........................612-810-2942 Becker Building & Remodeling, Inc.............. 612-363-0493 Bella Custom Homes, LLC................................ 612-282-0247 Ben Quie & Sons.................................................651-645-5429 Benzinger Homes..............................................763-424-8593 Berger Built Construction Co., Inc................. 612-865-5726 Bergeron Homes & Development, Inc......... 763-557-7066 Berglund Builders, Inc.......................................763-427-1560 Black Dog Homes Co........................................ 763-228-8555 Blackstone Custom Homes, LLC....................763-286-3120 Bluejack Builders................................................651-248-0252 BlueStar Homes.................................................. 763-464-1919 BML Builders, Inc...............................................763-428-8027 BohLand Development....................................952-473-2089 BohLand Homes.................................................952-473-2089 Boulder Contracting, LLC................................. 612-369-2746 Boyer Building Corp..........................................952-475-2097 Braden Construction, Inc...................................651-779-6819 Brandl Anderson Homes, Inc..........................952-898-0230 Brickner Builders, Inc......................................... 763-574-9871 Brolsma Design Build, Inc.................................952-851-9547 Brookside Construction, Inc..............................612-919-4812 Bruce Lenzen Design Build, LLC......................715-760-0122 Building Arts Sustainable Architecture + Construction, LLC................. 651-222-8750 Burdick Builders, Inc..........................................952-210-3975 C&E Wurzer Builders, LLC................................715-839-8806 C.L.A. Construction, Inc...................................952-447-5854 CalAtlantic Homes............................................952-229-6002 Caliber Homes, Inc............................................ 763-323-7933 Capstone Homes, Inc........................................763-427-3090

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Cardinal Homebuilders, Inc.............................651-739-8033 Cardinal Remodeling, Inc.................................651-739-8033 Caritas Builders, Inc.......................................... 612-328-0900 Carl M. Hansen Companies.............................952-912-9895 Carrington Homes, LLC..................................763-444-4566 Carroll’s Exterior Remodeling, Inc..................952-356-3131 Castle Gate Construction, Inc........................ 952-949-2222 Cates Fine Homes, LLC.................................... 651-439-2844 CBS Construction Services, Inc.................... 763-569-4020 CCR Homes, Inc....................................................612-998-6817 Centra Homes, LLC............................................763-772-1000 Century Building Team, LLC...........................651-466-0609 Chamberlain Fine Custom Homes...............952-649-7653 Changing Images Design, LLC........................612-709-0756 Charles Cudd Co., LLC.......................................612-333-8020 Charles Merritt Homes, Inc............................. 651-463-1990 Chaska Investment, Ltd. Part............................952-835-4111 Christian Builders & Remodelers..................763-428-8323 City Cottages, LLC..............................................612-559-2991 City Homes, LLC.................................................952-486-0567 CityLine Homes, Inc..........................................763-300-7570 College City Design/Build, Inc...................... 952-469-6900 Colson Custom Homes, LLC............................. 612-275-8871 construction2style............................................562-335-0293 Contract Design & Co., Inc...............................612-267-5404 Copper Creek, LLC............................................952-250-8869 Cornerstone Homes, LLC................................. 612-598-5255 Country Club Builders, Inc.............................. 952-925-2642 Country Joe Homes.......................................... 952-469-4066 Craft Homes, LLC.................................................651-592-9012 Craftsman Custom Homes, Inc....................... 612-267-6858 Creative Homes, Inc.......................................... 651-289-6800 Creek Hill Custom Homes, Inc....................... 763-553-0325 Creekstone Ventures, LLC.................................612-703-1216 Crest Exteriors, LLC............................................ 651-460-6181 Crestwood Homes, Inc..................................... 612-599-6609 CRJ Construction, LLC..................................... 763-972-8528 Croix Custom Homes, Inc................................ 651-442-7039 Crystal Kitchen Center, Inc............................ 763-544-5950 CT Construction, LLC........................................ 612-327-7843 Cuddigan Custom Builders, LLC..................... 952-469-1611 Custom Contracting, LLC..................................651-698-5371 Custom Craft Builders, Inc............................... 651-233-8732 Custom Homes by JP Bush, LLC..................... 651-775-4222 Custom One Homes............................................651-459-1972 Custom Renovations & Builders....................651-276-0209 Cyclone Construction........................................651-398-3622 D.B. Raskob Construction, LLC.......................763-479-1393 D.R. Horton, Inc. - Minnesota..........................952-985-7272 D.T. Carlson Co....................................................... 612-414-1195 Da Vinci Custom Homes..................................952-250-7500 Dailey Homes, Inc...............................................763-784-3910 Danberry Building Corp...................................952-474-5990 David Weekley Homes....................................... 612-328-5252 DCR, LLC................................................................952-886-7134 DDK Construction, Inc.......................................952-233-2728 Dean Johnson Homes.......................................763-479-4820 Denali Custom Homes, Inc..............................952-476-2679 Derrick Custom Homes, LLC........................... 715-246-2320 Destiny Homes, Inc...........................................952-479-7653

Detail Homes, Inc............................................... 651-336-8089 DeWitt Bros. Homes, Inc..................................... 651-653-1011 Diedrich Builders, Inc....................................... 952-432-2292 DiGiacomo Homes, Inc...................................... 612-710-7900 Dingman Custom Homes..................................763-323-1727 Distinctive Design Build, LLC......................... 952-500-1088 Divine Custom Homes, LLC.............................715-760-2298 DLM Construction, LLC................................... 612-250-9400 Donnay Homes, Inc..............................................763-531-0714 Dosco Design Build, Inc.................................... 651-423-4801 Doug Dzurik Construction, Inc......................... 612-221-2431 Doug Speedling Builders, Inc..........................651-437-3658 Drake Construction, Inc.................................. 763-428-4903 Dreammaker Bath & Kitchen

by Worldwide.......................................................952-417-9999 Dreamstructure DesignBuild...........................612-282-0951 DryTech Co., LLC................................................651-429-8444 Elevate Builders, Inc.......................................... 651-245-4809 Elevation Homes...............................................952-449-9448 Ellaray Homes, LLC.............................................763-271-5445 Ellis Builders, Inc...................................................612-388-1168 Emerald Homes...................................................952-985-7272 Enerjac Construction, Inc.................................651-436-8517 Erotas Custom Building Company...............952-401-4300 Eternity Homes, LLC.........................................651-460-3043 Exceptional Homes and Remodeling, Inc.....612-221-5994 Express Homes....................................................952-985-7272 F & B Construction Co., Inc............................952-445-6604 Fair and Square Remodeling, LLC.................. 612-568-2472 Feehan Design and Build, Inc......................... 612-670-8486 Fieldstone Family Homes, Inc....................... 952-469-8800 Finished Basement Company.........................651-224-7000 Fitzke Construction, LLC..................................612-424-2569 Flynn Construction, Inc....................................952-294-9562 Fred Nordahl Construction.............................952-926-6705 Freedom Homes................................................ 952-985-7839 Fresh Start Builders............................................651-216-8356 Frontier Structures, LLC.................................... 612-616-2252 G. Thomas Construction Co........................... 651-436-6599 GBI Homes, Inc...................................................952-448-5522 Gerold Bros. Construction, Inc....................... 952-758-2842 Gestach & Paulson Construction, Inc..........952-448-3332 Glenwood Homes.................................................651-261-7931 Gonyea Homes & Remodeling...................... 763-432-4500 Gonyea Homes, Inc........................................... 763-432-4500 Gordon James Construction, Inc.....................763-479-3117 Gorham Communities, LLC................................763-755-1717 Gorham Custom Homes, LLC............................763-755-1717 GP & Son Remodeling Co..................................651-426-1252 Graphic Homes, Inc............................................ 651-674-0410 Great Buy Homes, Inc....................................... 763-753-2998 Great Neighborhood Homes, Inc.................. 952-807-8765 Great Northern Builders, LLC...........................651-455-9371 Greatland Homes..............................................952-300-6400 Green Homes of MN, LLC................................. 763-227-8163 GreenWood Design Build, LLC......................... 952-217-4156 Greg Anderson Construction, Inc....................651-426-5311 Ground Development.......................................763-546-2625 Guidance Homes, Inc...........................................612-221-1596 GW Land Development of MN, LLC.............. 763-546-2727

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BUILDERS, REMODELERS & DEVELOPERS

MEMBER DIRECTORY Hage Homes..........................................................763-498-7611 Hagstrom Builder, Inc........................................ 651-777-8563 Hampton Companies, LLC.............................. 651-200-4365 Hans Hagen Homes...........................................763-586-7200 Hansen Hometech, Inc.................................... 952-934-0854 Hanson Builders, Inc..........................................763-421-5435 Harstad Homes, Inc............................................ 651-636-9991 Hartman Communities, LLC...........................952-368-4545 Hartman Homes, Inc............................................715-377-1555 Hawthorne Homes, Inc........................................651-451-5917 HBRE - Home Building and Remodeling Experts........................................763-337-3585 Healthy Exposure Construction, Inc............... 612-216-2453 Hedberg Homes, Inc......................................... 763-242-8087 Heinen Homes, Inc.............................................763-370-1458 Hendel Homes................................................... 952-404-7204 Hidden Oak Homes, LLC...................................651-324-0545 Highmark Builders, Inc.....................................952-882-8904 Hoagland Homes, Inc...........................................952-292-9111 Home Restoration Services, Inc......................612-827-5767 Homes By Design Images, Inc........................763-754-0229 Homes by JAMES, Inc.........................................763-767-2712 Homes by Tradition, LLC.................................. 612-363-6034 Homes by Worth, Inc..........................................763-498-7815 Homes of Xcellence...........................................952-292-6107 Homes Plus Designers/Builders, Inc............763-428-8200 House Lift Remodeler............................... 612-821-1100 #312 Hoxie Homes & Remodeling, LLC................. 952-457-4275 Husnik Homes, Inc..............................................651-426-7462 Icon Homes, LLC................................................763-639-9632 Imperial Homes, Inc.......................................... 651-490-9792 Inspiration Design Center................................. 952-767-1818 Inspire Homes, LLC.......................................... 952-484-9542 Iron River Construction, LLC...........................952-442-1762 Ispiri, LLC................................................................651-578-0122 Iverson Homes, Inc............................................ 763-591-6094 J & D Builders, Inc...............................................651-699-6863 J & J Remodelers, LLC.......................................651-304-0810 J Brothers Home Improvements, Inc..............763-732-8731 J. Rohs Homes, Inc............................................. 952-591-0864 J. Scotty Builders, Inc...........................................612-701-6315 J.B. Hoffman Homes, Inc..................................763-569-5648 J.L. Wageman Homes, Inc................................. 952-200-4114 James Barton Design-Build, Inc......................952-431-1670 JCarsten................................................................ 651-592-7877 JDA Builders, LLC.............................................. 320-983-5940 Jigsaw Builders, Inc............................................763-314-0878 Jkath Design Build + Reinvent.........................612-730-3299 J-Mar Builders and Remodelers, LLC............651-275-3872 JMS Custom Homes, LLC............................... 952-949-3630 JN Built, LLC..........................................................612-321-8350 John Arthur Homes............................................612-804-5742 John Kraemer & Sons, Inc................................ 952-935-9100 Johnson Homes of WI, LLC...............................715-760-2230 Johnson Reiland Builders & Remodelers, Inc.................................................507-366-1288 Jonathan Homes of MN, LLC.......................... 763-200-1969 Jorgenson Homes, Inc..................................... 763-856-0348 JP & CO.................................................................. 612-567-8895 JP Brooks, Inc..................................................... 763-645-5980 JPC Custom Homes, Inc.................................. 763-498-8607 Judge Homes, Inc................................................651-239-9855 Julkowski, Inc..........................................................651-633-9211 Jyland Construction Management Co.........612-850-4001 K. Michael Homes, LLC....................................952-292-3808 K.A. Witt Construction, Inc...............................952-758-2108 KDR Homes..........................................................320-235-7440 Kerber Family Homes, LLC..............................952-443-2740 Kertz Builders, LLC..............................................612-360-7015 KEY LAND HOMES...........................................952-440-9400 Klein Design & Build......................................... 651-633-0009 Knight Construction Design, Inc................... 952-361-4949 Knoblauch Builders, LLC.................................. 952-474-5662 Konen Homes, Inc..............................................952-949-2485 Kootenia Homes, LLC.........................................651-731-2345 Krieger Custom Homes...................................952-377-8800 Kroiss Development, Inc.................................. 612-590-8099 Kuhl Design & Build...........................................952-935-9469 Kyle Hunt & Partners, Incorporated.............952-476-5999 L. Cramer Designers & Builders....................952-935-8482 Lake Country Builders, Ltd............................... 952-474-7121 Laketown Homes................................................ 952-715-2926

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Landmark Building Contractors, LLC.............612-817-5483 Landmark, Inc....................................................... 651-770-9100 Landsted, LLC...................................................... 715-386-5555 Landucci Homes, Inc..........................................651-894-2582 Lang Builders, Inc............................................. 763-780-9090 Larry Olson Custom Homes........................... 763-476-0005 Larson Design/Build, Inc................................... 952-922-2142 LDK Builders, Inc................................................ 612-685-9066 Lecy Bros. Homes & Remodeling................. 952-944-9499 Lee Homes, Inc................................................... 651-407-0065 Lee Lyn Construction, LLC............................... 952-955-3219 Legacy Restoration, LLC..................................763-354-7660 Lennar.................................................................. 952-249-3000 Lewis Custom Homes, Inc.................................612-867-9581 LGI Homes - Minnesota, LLC........................... 612-979-5725 Lindstrom Cleaning & Construction, Inc.....763-544-8761 Locale Design Build...........................................612-554-3930 Lucid Builders...................................................... 612-207-8265 M & M Home Contractors, Inc........................952-797-3720 M. Griffith Design, LLC...................................... 612-823-3227 M. Kozulla Corp. Remodelers & Builders..... 612-418-4477 M.R. Hebert & Associates, Inc........................ 952-461-4195 M/I Homes...........................................................763-586-7200 MA Peterson Designbuild, Inc.......................952-925-9455 mackmiller design+build, inc......................... 952-949-8600 Maetzold Homes, Inc......................................... 952-657-2139 Mahowald Builders, Inc.................................... 952-447-2788 Main Street Builders, LLC................................651-208-9775 Majestic Builders, Inc.........................................763-786-0113 MAPLE Develop + Design + Build....................612-501-5224 Maplewood Dev. & Construction, Inc.......... 612-746-4046 Mark Anthony Homes, Inc.................................715-760-0188 Mark D. Williams Custom Homes, Inc............612-251-9750 Mark Elliot Homes............................................. 952-392-9227 Mark of Excellence Homes, Inc...................... 612-490-0558 Masterpiece Homes, Inc.................................. 651-484-3244 Mattson Schuster, LLC......................................612-751-0488 MC Custom Homes, LLC.................................763-350-5897 McCallum Construction, Inc...........................763-783-8244 McCormack Classic Construction, LLC..........715-760-2211 McDonald Construction, Inc...........................952-432-7601 McDonald Remodeling, Inc..............................651-554-1234 McGowan Design Build, Inc..............................952-212-1966 McNulty Construction Company...................612-339-0674 McWilliams & Associates, Inc........................952-898-4663 MDS Remodeling, LLC....................................... 612-716-2585 Meadow Creek Builders, Inc............................ 612-867-6533 Meadow Creek Developers, LLC.....................612-867-9581 Meadowcroft Homes, LLC..............................952-892-5469 Medalist Homes, Inc......................................... 612-490-9286 Melby Homes, LLC.............................................651-277-6000 MetroPlains, LLC................................................... 651-523-1241 Metropolis Custom Homes, LLC........................612-816-1511 Michael Lee, Inc...................................................651-731-2345 Michael Paul Design + Build............................. 651-785-7719 Michels Homes......................................................651-653-1210 Mike DeNomme Construction, Inc...............952-955-3008 Mill Creek Construction.................................. 763-442-3051 Minnesota Design & Construction, Inc....... 763-229-3632 Minnetonka Custom Homes, Inc.................. 612-386-4494 Mittelstaedt Homes, LLC................................952-447-2300 Morning Sun Homes, Inc................................. 763-424-4222 Moser Homes, Inc................................................651-483-5132 Mueller Homes, LLC.............................................612-701-7914 Murphy Bros. Design | Build | Remodel....... 763-780-3262 MyHomeSource Construction....................... 612-455-0700 Narr Construction, Inc.......................................952-938-8781 Natural Homes by John Pastuck......................952-212-1643 NC Contracting, INC.........................................763-286-6935 Neighborhood Building and Remodeling Co................................................. 952-933-7673 New Spaces.........................................................952-898-5300 Newmark Homes, Inc.........................................612-599-5376 Nicolette Design Remodel................................612-716-4471 Niemela Construction, Inc............................. 763-428-4484 NIH Homes, LLC.................................................. 763-753-1750 Norcutt Homes, Inc............................................651-458-8822 Norgaard Homes, Inc........................................763-354-7886 Nor-Son, Inc........................................................... 612-216-1800 North American Realty, Inc.............................507-287-0909 North Oaks Company, LLC............................... 651-484-3361 Northrup Remodeling....................................... 612-825-3353

Norton Homes, LLC............................................763-559-2991 Novak-Fleck, Inc.................................................763-424-4955 Novare Renovation & Design, LLC...................651-285-7141 NTC Homes, Inc..................................................952-445-8524 Oakcroft One, LLC............................................ 952-947-3000 Oevering Homes of Minnesota, LLC............. 715-243-0001 Ogle Construction & Maintenance Services, Inc....................................................... 612-424-1490 Ohana Home & Design........................................ 651-274-3116 One Ten Ten Homes, LLC................................ 952-953-4000 Orfield Design & Construction, Inc..............952-920-6543 Otogawa-Anschel Design-Build.....................612-789-7070 Paragon Homes Corporation............................320-296-1611 Parent Builders, Inc.............................................763-274-1222 Parent Custom Homes, LLC.............................763-421-5559 Paul Emmerich Construction, Inc................. 763-753-0720 Paul Hanzel Homes, Inc.....................................952-758-6180 Paulson Construction, Inc............................... 763-786-0272 PCS Residential.................................................. 651-994-2028 Pebble Creek Custom Homes........................612-405-4060 Pietsch Builders, Inc......................................... 952-898-3044 Pillar Homes Partner, Inc..................................763-475-1700 Plekkenpol Builders, Inc................................... 952-888-2225 Posch Builders, LLC.............................................651-269-2021 PRA Construction Services, Inc...................... 612-282-2269 Pratt Homes.........................................................651-429-8032 Precision Builders, LLC.....................................612-889-7766 Preferred Builders, Inc..................................... 952-595-5242 Premium Construction, LLC............................ 612-760-9461 Price Custom Homes......................................... 612-564-7474 Prima Construction............................................612-888-5959 Prima Land, Inc................................................... 612-328-4444 Professio, Inc........................................................612-396-6856 Progressive Builders, Inc..................................763-263-2227 Pulte Homes of Minnesota, LLC.................... 952-229-0725 PURE Design Environments, Inc...................... 952-224-1231 Puustelli USA....................................................... 612-205-0485 Quality Home Transformations, Inc.............. 952-881-6444 Quartersawn.......................................................... 612-208-1727 Quest Development, Inc....................................763-595-9511 R & R Construction of Minneapolis, Inc....... 612-272-8472 R Home, LLC.........................................................612-524-5760 R W Builders, Inc................................................. 763-389-1873 R. W. Lind Builders, Inc...................................... 612-282-5358 R.A. Kot Homes, Inc...........................................952-447-2806 Rachel Properties.............................................. 763-424-1500 Ramsay Properties, LLC.....................................763-712-5325 Ratzlaff Homes, Inc...........................................952-985-5959 RCA Builders, Inc................................................763-856-5660 Red Pine Builders................................................651-332-6744 Redebu...................................................................612-298-4302 Redstone Builders, LLC.................................... 651-454-4297 REFINED LLC........................................................ 612-991-9454 Regal Custom Homes........................................952-992-9315 Regency Homes, Inc......................................... 763-422-9900 Regenscheid Custom Homes.........................763-498-3241 Renaissance Builders, Inc................................ 763-425-8292 Replacement Housing Services Consortium, LLC..............................................952-836-2665 Revision, LLC.......................................................612-462-4000 Revolution Design and Build..........................952-594-5037 RG Construction & Consulting, LLC...............651-319-6968 Rice Creek Building & Remodeling, Inc........ 612-751-4646 Ridge Construction, LLC.................................. 612-730-2270 River West Homes, Inc......................................612-865-7599 RK Homes, LLC................................................... 763-238-9282 Robert Engstrom Companies......................... 952-893-1001 Robert McNearney Custom Homes, Inc.....952-985-0965 Robert Thomas Homes, Inc............................952-322-8700 Roberts Residential Remodeling, Inc..........952-224-3680 Robey Construction, LLC...................................612-275-4441 Rohan Lund, Inc....................................................612-751-2006 Ron Clark Construction.................................. 952-947-3000 Ronel Builders, LLC........................................... 952-895-1900 Rongitsch Construction, Inc...........................952-898-9537 Roof Time, Inc.....................................................952-447-7663 Rossbach Construction, Inc..............................651-779-0218 Rusciano Group..................................................952-956-2808 Russel Room Remodelers................................ 651-735-8367 S.J. Henjum Design Build, LLC........................651-456-9559 Sandau Construction Co., Inc......................... 952-403-9100 Sandcon Remodeling, Inc...................................763-551-1917

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Stonewood, LLC.................................................612-462-4000 Streeter & Associates, Inc.............................952-449-9448 Structural Dimensions, Inc.................................952-224-0111 Suburban Dream Homes, LLC........................ 952-491-4020 SuiteHaus, LLC...................................................612--315-9940 Summergate Development, LLC....................952-898-3461 Summit Craftsman, LLC................................... 612-247-6997 Summit Design-Build, LLC............................... 651-431-8890 Summit Management, LLC..............................651-689-2202 Sunrise Design and Construction, LLC.......651-303-9000 Sussel Corporation............................................ 651-645-0331 Sustainable 9 Design + Build........................... 612-234-4194 SW Wold Construction, Inc.............................763-323-7704 Swanson Homes.................................................763-478-0320 Sylvestre Construction, Inc............................... 612-861-0188 Synergy Land Company, LLC............................ 612-590-0811 T C Construction, Inc.........................................952-461-3985 T.A. Brunn Construction, Inc............................. 612-328-3921 T.H. Construction of Anoka, Inc.....................763-422-8809 TC Homebuilders, Inc....................................... 952-926-6100 TC Homes, Inc.......................................................612-221-2704 Ted Glasrud Associates MN, LLC.................... 651-361-8941 The Construction Coordinators, LLC.............612-481-3338 The Excelsior Group, LLC.................................952-525-3200 The House Dressing Company, Inc................952-920-8301 The Landschute Group, Inc..............................952-470-7416 The Market and B. Design...............................952-270-0479 The Pemtom Land Company........................... 952-937-0716 Thomas Bren Homes, Inc................................. 952-475-6777 Thompson Construction, LLC........................952-393-5349 Thorson Homes, Inc..........................................651-454-0644 Tilsenbilt Homes, LLC......................................... 651-552-7120 Tim Lemke Construction, Inc.......................... 651-602-9001 TimberCraft Remodeling...................................651-633-8611 TJB Homes, Inc.................................................. 763-780-2944 Toll Brothers, Inc................................................. 651-365-0601 Tollberg Homes, LLC.........................................763-205-2037

Tomco Company, Inc..........................................763-434-1522 Traditions by Donnay Homes, Inc....................763-531-0714 Treasured Spaces, Inc.........................................612-221-0965 Trend Construction, Inc..................................952-440-4440 Trestle Custom Homes, LLC............................... 612-782-7111 Trilogy Custom Homes, LLC.............................763-753-5173 Trinity Construction Services, LLC...............952-297-5000 TriStar Homes, LLC............................................. 763-464-1919 TruBuild Construction, LLC..............................612-499-2456 Trumpy Home Builders, LLC.............................612-615-5995 Twin Cities Builders & Maintenance............ 612-278-0000 Twin Cities Habitat For Humanity...................651-207-1700 Uber Built, Inc.....................................................952-380-9988 Vanek Construction, LLC.................................. 651-252-4014 Verhasselt Construction, Inc........................... 715-755-2947 Vine Hill Partners, LLC....................................... 612-801-9055 Vujovich Design Build, Inc................................612-338-2020 w.b. builders, llc...................................................612-965-2655 Warren Home Restorations, Inc.................... 952-474-6798 Water Street Homes, LLC................................ 612-850-4002 Wensmann Custom Homes............................952-953-9892 West Bay Homes.................................................612-770-6433 White Crane Construction, LLC......................612-827-3800 Wilderness Builders, Inc....................................612-366-1508 Wooddale Builders, Inc....................................952-345-0543 Wooden Dreams, Inc..........................................651-636-7645 Woodland Development Corp.......................763-427-7500 Woodland, O’Brien & Scott.............................651-450-0098 Woodstone Renovation, LLC.......................... 952-697-5075 Worth Construction, Inc...................................763-498-7815 Wright Homes, Inc............................................. 612-490-7520 Wuensch Construction, Inc.............................952-322-0508 Wyndham Hills Development........................... 651-480-1170 Yorway Custom Home Builders, Inc..............952-226-3434 Zawadski Homes, Inc......................................... 651-483-0518 Zehnder Homes, Inc........................................... 651-303-5747 Ziegler Custom Homes, Inc..............................763-441-2153

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Better Business Bureau.....................................651-695-2451 Better Futures Minnesota................................612-455-6133 Biffs, Inc..................................................................952-403-1221 Black Hawk Garage Door..................................715-688-3200 BlueLinx................................................................ 320-491-5055 BMO Harris Bank International Association........................................................ 602-650-3848 Bob’s Wood Specialties/ Credit River Granite........................................ 952-890-4700 Boise Cascade................................................... 952-469-5900 Bolin Marketing..................................................612-236-0720 Bollig & Sons, Inc................................................952-938-4133 Boulder Creek Stone......................................... 763-786-7138 Bowman and Brooke, LLP.................................612-656-4037 Box Blu Cabinets, LLC.......................................952-923-9986 Bremer Bank, National Association..............651-726-6034 Breuer Choice Realty Group - Keller Williams Classic Realty....................763-441-0500 Bria Hammel Interiors..........................................651-688-1121 Bridge Realty - Josh Johnson...........................612-723-2823 Brock White Company........................................651-289-1260 Brush Masters.................................................... 612-834-5040 Build A Stone.......................................................651-246-2669 Builders Association of the Twin Cities........651-697-1954 Builders Club..........................................................612-359-1130 Builders FirstSource........................................ 952-469-3466 Builders Insurance Group, Inc........................763-862-7800 Builders Insurance Services (Div. of RJR Ins.)............................... 952-253-4375 Builders Resource..............................................952-239-8108 Builders Resource Group..................................715-698-4781 Building Materials Outlet MW, Inc...................651-365-1141 Burnsville Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc...................................... 952-894-0005 C & D Granite, LLC............................................. 320-597-2398 C&E Wurzer Construction................................715-839-8806 C&J Stoneworks, Inc..........................................651-325-5186 Cabela’s Corporate Outfitters........................800-753-3219 CAMBRIA..............................................................952-944-1676 CAP Carpet & Flooring.......................................651-636-2617 Cardinal Glass Industries.................................952-229-2603 Carlson Asset Management.............................651-287-2160 Carpentry Contractors Co............................. 763-658-4000 CBIZ MHM, LLC.................................................... 612-376-1255 Cedar Direct MN - Reclaimed Wood - New Cedar...................952-777-0030 Cedar Siding, Inc................................................ 763-427-0755 CenterPoint Energy.......................................... 763-785-5432 Central Marble Products, Inc.........................320-393-2085 Central States Insulation Wholesale, Inc...................................................763-786-2900 CertainTeed Corp............................................. 952-445-6450 CertainTeed Insulation....................................... 610-850-2611 CertainTeed Siding............................................612-323-7344 Chandler Companies, Inc..................................651-388-9415 Charlie & Co. Design, Ltd................................. 612-333-2246 Chevrolet Business Elite Dealers....................817-471-6367 CHI Companies...................................................952-448-6225 Christian Brothers Cabinets............................ 507-451-8160 Chuck Hartell Group..........................................763-295-0912 Cities Management........................................... 612-381-8606 CitizensOne Home Lending Solutions.........612-239-2389 Cityscape Painting Contractors, Inc............ 952-469-5901 Civil Methods, Inc................................................763-210-5713 Clear Channel Outdoor Advertising.............. 612-605-5100 Clear View Surface Solutions, Inc....................612-369-1631 Closet Factory..................................................... 763-551-9100 Coldwell Banker Burnet.................................... 612-387-8885 Coldwell Banker Burnet- Team Edelstein.... 651-327-0623 Collins Electrical Construction Co................651-249-0243 Comcast................................................................651-493-5429 Commerce Bank..................................................952-841-9782 Commers The Water Company..................... 763-252-7704 Concrete & Coatings, LLC.................................651-230-0781 Concrete Coatings of MN................................ 651-458-0196 Condor Fireplace and Stone...........................763-786-2341 Connexus Energy............................................... 763-323-2650 Construction Pro Tips.......................................952-994-2212 Contract Interiors, Inc....................................... 651-224-7728 Cool Home Technology.................................... 763-286-9327 Coon Rapids Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM.... 763-421-8000 Corner Home Medical...................................... 763-535-5335 Cornerstone Auto...............................................763-241-2300

Cornerstone Custom Construction, Inc......763-754-3939 Corporate 4 Insurance Agency, Inc...............952-893-9218 Cosentino Center-Minneapolis.................... 763-546-8456 Country Lumber, Inc........................................ 763-262-4444 Crawford Door Sales Co......................................651-455-1221 Creative Color Solutions, LLC..........................612-963-5714 Creative Lighting, Inc.......................................... 651-647-0111 Croix Design & Drafting, Inc............................763-757-5997 CrossCountry Mortgage.................................... 612-202-1731 Crown Rental Co., Inc........................................952-894-7368 Culligan Water Conditioning..........................952-933-7200 Cundy, Santine & Associates, Architects, LLC..........................651-490-5454 Custom Door Sales, Inc....................................763-535-0042 Custom Home Builders Title, LLC.................763-489-3240 Custom Millwork, Inc.........................................651-770-2356 Custom One Painting, Inc.................................612-787-1040 D & G Homes, Inc.............................................. 763-458-8044 Dakota County Lumber Co.............................651-460-6646 Dakota Electric Association.............................651-463-6212 Dakota Supply Group...................................... 952-935-0445 Daltile................................................................... 763-694-9700 Dan Borowicz, Edina Realty Commercial.... 952-200-7672 Dart Portable Storage.........................................651-683-1219 David Charlez Designs.....................................952-428-8200 DCA Title............................................................. 952-432-5600 Demolition Services, LLC.................................507-381-8798 DEsigned Glass, Inc............................................952-895-1095 DFP Planning & Design................................... 763-780-8004 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Mortgage...................................... 651-242-8333 Eagle Window Distributing Co. of Minnesota.............................................763-428-2883 EDCO Products, Inc...........................................952-945-2680 Edina Realty, Inc..................................................952-928-5710 Edward Jones..................................................... 952-469-2606 Electrolux Major Appliance.............................651-245-2959 Elements, Inc........................................................ 763-210-7747 Elevations................................................................952-474-1111 Elias Woodwork..................................................204-325-9962 Eminent Interior Design..................................... 612-767-1241 Empire Door & Glass..........................................612-729-4003 Emser Tile..............................................................763-251-1670 Energy Panel Structures.................................. 612-499-0756 Engel & Volkers Minneapolis..........................612-338-3836 Erosion Works......................................................763-262-7458 Evergreen Construction Co., Inc.................... 651-209-3130 Expert Construction, Inc.................................. 952-467-2622 Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp..........952-851-8962 Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp......... 952-797-6032 Felhaber Larson...................................................612-339-6321 Ferguson Enterprises........................................763-591-5700 Fidelity Bank....................................................... 952-830-7239 Fieldstone Architecture & Engineering.........612-607-0115 Finance For LLC...................................................612-709-5168 Finishing Touch Painters, Inc............................763-427-0161 Fireside Hearth & Home....................................651-633-2561 First State Bank and Trust................................651-439-5195 Flashing 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Gateway Mechanical, Inc.................................. 651-636-7222 Gateway Mortgage Group............................... 612-396-0501 GE Appliances........................................................ 612-810-5116 Genco Builders, Inc............................................763-717-9608 Generations Hardwood Flooring................... 651-653-9900 Gerhards.............................................................. 952-544-0458 Gilleland Chevrolet Cadillac, Inc.................... 320-251-4943 Glenbrook Building Supply...............................651-770-9071 Global Closing & Title Services.................... 952-895-8400 Glowing Hearth & Home..................................952-492-9276 GoliathTech MN, LLC.........................................612-605-3233 Gonyea Land Company....................................... 952-882-1112 Goodin Company.................................................. 612-287-1179 Gopher State Concrete, LLC..........................952-888-9330 Gordy’s Custom Cabinets, Inc.........................763-434-7071 Grace Hill..............................................................952-476-2406 Granite-Tops, LLC............................................. 866-685-3005 Grazzini Brothers & Co...................................... 651-994-4142 Great Garage Door Co......................................763-767-3000 Great Northern Granite................................... 952-456-2224 Great Plains Millwork..........................................651-773-9919 Great River Energy............................................763-445-5728 Green Code Knowledge, LLC..........................763-205-9293 Greenscape Companies, Inc............................. 763-441-2141 GreenStar Insulation & Waterproofing, Inc..............................................763-315-3676 Gulfeagle Supply.................................................612-374-3444 H G & K, LTD..........................................................952-979-1140 Haferman Water Conditioning, Inc./ Kinetico.............................................................952-894-4040 Hallmark Building Supplies, Inc.................... 800-642-2246 Hanson Building Materials, Inc........................ 763-421-1010 Harkraft, Inc........................................................ 763-544-4478 Hayfield Window & Door Co., Inc....................507-477-3224 Heating & Cooling Two, Inc............................. 763-428-3677 HeatMyFloors.com........................................... 763-477-3665 Hedberg Supply................................................763-545-4400 Heins Nursery, Inc...............................................651-769-2663 Highmark Exteriors, LLC.................................. 952-641-6086 Highmark Restorations, Inc..............................952-641-3519 Hipp Cabinetry & Construction...................... 763-267-1784 Hirshfield’s, Inc......................................................612-282-1149 Holiday Stationstores........................................952-832-8511 HOM Furniture & Flooring...............................763-767-3623 Home Electronic Systems, Inc........................715-386-7034 Home Illustrations & Graphics........................ 651-747-6558 Home Key Realty................................................952-440-4100 Home Media Innovations, Inc.........................715-377-0606 Home Options, Inc...............................................763-536-1351 HomeSphere.........................................................331-431-7433 Horizon Electric Services, LLC.......................952-985-8088 Huber Engineered Woods.................................612-219-0279 ICF........................................................................... 612-253-9982 Icynene Corp..........................................................612-501-5137 IDC-Automatic...................................................763-786-4730 iGreen Designs, Inc............................................952-826-2222 Incor Installation, LLC........................................ 651-437-1004 In-Focus Systems............................................. 952-929-0000 Innovative Basement Systems.......................877-365-0097 Innovative Concrete, Inc.................................. 952-292-2937 Innovative Surfaces, Inc.................................... 651-437-1004 Installed Building Solutions II, LLC................651-463-9333 Insurance Brokers of MN, Inc.........................763-323-3000 Interior Demolition Services............................ 651-429-4411 International Bildrite, Inc.................................218-283-3900 INTERSOURCE, Inc.............................................612-377-0499 ISI (Interior Specialists, Inc.)...........................952-563-5007 J & W Asphalt, Inc...............................................952-894-9078 J. Becher & Associates.....................................763-428-8630 J. Fletch Real Estate Group.............................. 651-502-2972 J.G. Hause Construction, Inc........................... 651-439-0189 J.J. Orion..................................................................651-641-1376 James Hardie Building Products.................... 612-323-6358 Jeff Belzers Chevrolet..................................... 952-469-6820 JELD-WEN............................................................ 952-237-4838 Jeremy Chubb Team - Keller Williams Classic..................................612-599-2953 Jerry’s Floor Store............................................. 763-786-7570 Jim Erickson Construction Services, Inc......612-250-3759 JJJ Specialty Company......................................612-788-9688 JL Schwieters Bldg. 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St. Paul.......................................... 763-367-4139 Lowe’s ProServices.............................................. 651-357-0212 LP Building Products...........................................612-718-3182 Lucid Integrated Systems................................612-308-2486 Luther Brookdale Chevrolet Buick GMC......763-222-1800 Lyman Lumber Co.............................................952-470-4800 Lyman Roofing & Siding....................................612-430-7201 M C Squared Construction..............................763-862-3318 M.J. Lorenz Concrete........................................651-408-8600 Maas Companies................................................507-285-1444 Manomin Resawn Timbers.................................651-464-1771 Manor Concrete Construction, Inc..............763-497-5420 Marketplace Home Mortgage, LLC............. 952-278-3457 MarketShare Masters Advertising................612-799-9997 Marsh & McLennan Agency............................. 763-746-8315 Marshall & Koopman REAL ESTATE.............952-405-6667 Martha O’Hara Interiors.................................. 952-908-3150 Martinez Media..................................................952-479-0424 Marvin Windows and Doors..............................651-216-5058 Masonite International Corp......................... 612-570-0430 Massmann Geothermal & Mechanical, LLC...............................................763-389-0376 Maxfield Research & Consulting, LLC...........612-338-0012 Mayer Lumber Co., Inc...................................... 952-657-2291 McAlpin Marketing.............................................612-810-3074 McCarron’s Building Center........................... 651-464-5427 MCI Paint & Drywall.......................................... 952-985-7778 Merchants Bank..................................................952-841-4268 Merit Chevrolet.................................................. 651-739-4400 Merlin Goble Masonry, Inc................................651-653-9175 Metro Home Insulation & Waterproofing, Fireplaces & Garage Doors, LLC....................763-441-2313 Metro Siding, Inc................................................ 763-557-1808 Metrostudy...........................................................773-824-2455 Meyers Research, LLC....................................... 612-500-1390

MidCountry Mortgage, a division of MidCountry Bank..................... 651-766-7000 Midwest Home Magazine.................................612-371-5847 Midwest Interiors, LLP......................................952-835-2252 Midwest Roofing Supply................................. 612-378-6006 Midwest Specialty Products.......................... 952-470-0403 Midwest Tile, Marble and Granite................ 651-405-0707 MidWestOne Bank.............................................612-767-5600 Miller-Wander Home Group.......................... 763-746-4900 Millz House/Snapsports MN..........................952-446-5858 Mingle..................................................................... 763-717-8551 Minneapolis Garage Builders......................... 612-940-7849 Minneapolis Glass Co.......................................763-559-0635 Minnesota Air, Inc............................................. 952-918-8000 Minnesota Bank & Trust....................................952-841-9341 Minnesota Construction Law Services, PLLC...........................................651-484-4412 Minnesota Energy Resources Corp...............651-322-8907 Minnesota Exteriors, Inc.................................. 763-391-5575 Minnesota Homeowners Alliance..................651-262-5970 Minnesota Mechanical Contractors Association...................................651-646-2121 Minnesota Rusco, Inc.......................................952-935-9669 Minnesota Tile & Stone...................................952-345-9425 Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative.......952-492-2313 Minnesota Valley Millwork, Inc.....................952-440-9404 Minnesota Vinyl & Aluminum, Inc................ 952-403-0805 Mitch Spargur Group........................................763-463-7568 Mitek USA, Inc................................................ 1-800-328-5934 MJ’s Contract Appliance, Inc............................ 651-777-8915 ML Baxley Painting and Decorating, Inc..... 651-786-0489 MN Brick and Tile..............................................952-888-9292 Modeen Company............................................ 763-425-3600 Modern Design Cabinetry............................. 952-466-4766 Modern Press......................................................651-633-4000 Molin Concrete Products Company...............651-786-7722 Mountain Real Estate Capital, LLC.............. 952-873-7024 Mpls. 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