INSIDE
November 2018
NEW EXECUTIVE OFFICER
page
OH WHAT FUN! HOLIDAY
page
EDUCATION ROSTER
18
page
2
6
New Leadership
Sought for Central Washington Home Builders Association National Search Yields for New Executive Officer Yakima, WA — The Central Washington Home Builders Association recently concluded a nationwide search for it's new Executive Officer, according to the organization's Board of Directors. The
Central Washington Home Builders Association board is thrilled to announce the hire of Robert Schroeter as the nonprofit's new leader. Schroeter, who will be relocating from the Olympia, WA area, is an experienced Executive Director and attorney with a demonstrated history of working in the government relations and legal services industries. Recently, Schroeter served as the CEO of the Clallam Economic Development Corporation and the Executive Director of the Washington Association of Conservation Districts. His background includes nonprofit organization management, negotiation, governmental affairs, government, and legal writing.
Schroeter will lead a staff of five individuals that works closely with local governments and other organizations to enable a homebuilding process that is predictable, reasonable, and affordable. He'll manage a $1 million-plus dollar-operating budget, support a 13-member board of directors and partner with over 600 members of the association. When asked to comment further, Nelson stated, "Coaching our staff, engaging our membership, raising significant revenues and strategic thinking were top priorities as we searched for our next executive officer. We're excited to begin working with Mr. Schroeter to further engage membership in the six counties that the CWHBA serves." About The Central Washington Home Builders Association Since 1955, the Central Washington Home Builders Association (CWHBA) has served as the leading not-for-profit trade organization dedicated to residential construction and remodeling in Central Washington. CWHBA works with government, public, business and community organizations in six counties – Yakima, Klickitat, Kittitas, Chelan, Douglas, Okanogan – to protect every family’s right to home ownership. Contact: Dereck Nelson, Central Washington Home Builders Association Board President, (509) 509-901-9660 930-9476 2
3
T
hank you to our CWHBA members in North Central who joined staff at the NCW College & Career Expo to host the “Construction Zone” highlighting career paths in the trades. This event is a premier career exploration event for high school and college students in the region that CWHBA has participated and sponsored two years consecutively. • Patriot Plumbing, Heating & Cooling • Just Right Cleaning & Construction • Standard Paint & Flooring • Elliot Insurance Service: Mitchell, Reed & Schmitten Insurance Held at Wenatchee Valley College, students from around North Central visited with over 90 businesses, training programs and colleges to showcase the various opportunities available to them upon graduation. The Rec Center was divided up into the following categories: Architecture, Construction, Engineering, Manufacturing; Education, Job Training, and Support Services; Government, Law, Public Safety and Transportation; Health Science, Human Services; Arts, Communication, Informational Technology; Agriculture, Natural Resources, Hospitality, and Tourism; Business, Marketing, and Sales; Construction. Students also had the opportunity to learn about how to make a great first impression with learning how to give a good handshake, what to wear to an interview, and how to build an online professional profile all within the Skills Hub featured at the event. Want to join us for 2019? Please contact Chelsea Snodgrass for event information.
You’re Invited to a Jolly Celebration │
│ ●
6
●
MEET CWHBA’S NEW EXECUTIVE OFFICER, INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS, LEGISLATIVE UPDATE & AWARDS CEREMONY Join the Central Washington Home Builders Association as we meet the new Executive Officer and celebrate the achievements of 2018. Network with fellow members and start planning for a prosperous 2019! The evening will be filled with merriment as we thank outgoing board president, Dereck Nelson (DH Construction & Associates) for his leadership and install incoming president Clint Adamson (Pleasant Ridge Construction). Hear from our local government leaders as they share highlights of the year and what is on the horizon for 2019. The evening will conclude with honorary awards to our CWHBA members who have gone above and beyond in helping our membership, community, and industry this year! Purchase tickets directly online: http://membership.cwhba.org/events/CWHBAJolly%20Celebration-505/ details Thank you to: Grand Sponsor: Solarity Credit Union Dinner Greeter: Cashmere Valley Bank Dessert Sponsor: Traditional Designs, Inc. Centerpiece Sponsor: BBSI Music Sponsor: DH Construction & Associates
7
DOZER DAY® APRIL 13 & 14
in the Grandstands at State Fair Park 2019 marks the fourth year of brining Dozer Day® to the community that allows kids to sit the in the driver’s seat, learn about various construction trades, and the equipment it takes to get the job done! Register HERE to become an event sponsor or equipment provider.
8
CALLING ALL OPERATORS & VOLUNTEERS…
WE NEED YOU!
Here’s how it works in 3 easy steps: 1) Click here on SignUp.com
2) Review the options & choose desired spot(s) 3) Sign up! It’s Easy - you will NOT need to register an account or keep a password on SignUp.com. Note: SignUp.com does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer not to use your email address, please contact me and I can sign you up manually. 9
Deconstructed �
10
Register Here
WHAT IS RETRO?
Retro is a safety incentive program with a simple goal: eliminate injuries through improvements in work place safety and preventive strategies. However, if an employee is injured, help them get better quicker with a successful return to work experience. Do this and your business can earn a refund.
R.O.I.I.® SELECT IS THE PREFERRED RETRO PROGRAM WE ARE THE OLDEST AND LARGEST CONSTRUCTION RETRO GROUP IN THE STATE R.O.I.I.® SELECT has returned over $500 million in
MEMBERS RECEIVE A REFUND If the group and participant have a positive claim performance, they receive a refund.
refunds to companies since 1982.
NO ADDITIONAL PREMIUM (PENALTY) In our 32 year history, not one R.O.I.I.® SELECT participant has ever paid a penny of additional premium (penalty), a claim many retro programs cannot make.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
Our experienced claim representatives go straight to the source on your behalf. We help L&I make faster decisions so claims close quicker. We keep a pulse on your claim at every juncture until it closes, giving you peace of mind.
HOW WE DO IT
12
You won’t find any other retro program that offers all the services at no additional cost.
WE TAKE THE HASSLE OUT OF WORKERS’ COMP
OUTCOME BASED CLAIMS ASSISTANCE
Identify Red Flags Vocational Services Litigation
WE ARE A ONE-STOP-SHOP FOR ALL OF YOUR WORKERS’ COMP NEEDS
Hire Investigators Medical Provider Communication Seek Forensic Medical Opinions
SAFETY SERVICES The best injury claim is the one that never happens—even a small accident can cost an employer big. This is why we are dedicated to helping you develop and implement effective safety programs and strategies. Prevention is our number one priority.
HOW WE DO IT Identify Claim Trends Teach Best Practices Builder Basics Safety Kits
Safety Solutions Statewide Field Reps
WHAT MAKES US BETTER? OUR PEOPLE.
EXPERTS YOU CAN COUNT ON
The R.O.I.I.® SELECT team is made up of workers’ comp experts who are committed to helping participants navigate L&I’s daunting system. TRANSPARENCY Once you’re in the program, our claims staff provides you with all the information you need, whenever you need it, so you can get back to work.
AFFORDABILITY Your annual fee is 1.5% of total premiums paid to L&I, or $150, whichever is greater.
COMMITMENT AND DEDICATION We are committed to safety, prevention and controlling costs. The best claim is no claim at all. However, if a claim does happen, we provide support and share ways to prevent future claims from happening.
PERFORMANCE R.O.I.I.® SELECT’s strict enrollment criteria and innovative approach to workers’ comp ensures maximum group performance.
WE ARE COMMITTED TO SAFETY AND CONTROLLING COSTS
NO SURPRISE FEES
R.O.I.I.® SELECT GROUP REFUND
37%
2013
*
COMPETITORS’ AVERAGES
2014
36%
2012
COMPETITORS’ AVERAGES
34%
40% 25%
COMPETITORS’ AVERAGES
42%
We’re upfront about our program fees. Other retro programs bury additional fees to pad profits and aid their bottom line. Our program fee is 10% of the group’s overall refund from L&I, and an additional 10% divided between BIAW-affiliated local associations. These fees support continuing education, government affairs, and the building industry as a whole.
*Current Projections
RISK MANAGEMENT SERVICES
RETURN TO WORK
Our job is to identify risk and assist you with implementing preventive measures to avoid claims from happening in the first place. If a claim does occur, we offer strategies to help control the severity and cost of the injury.
We are committed to providing better outcomes for all parties involved during the claim process. Our goal is to keep an injured worker engaged in the recovery process and connected with their employer. No claim is ever alike, and it’s our ability to be creative with return-to-work strategies that sets us apart.
HOW WE DO IT
HOW WE DO IT
L&I EMR Calculation Risk Class Review
Return-to-Work Programs L&I Audit Assistance
Retraining Assistance Program Return-to-Work Options Vocational Services On-the-job Training
13
NEXT STEPS
GET STARTED WITH R.O.I.I.® SELECT
1 APPLICATION
2 SURVEY
3 CLASS
4 MEMBERSHIP
5 PAYMENT
n Underwriting review n Agree to Kept On Salary and Light Duty Requirements
Verification of company’s written safety program
Owner attends the ABCs of Claim Management Class
Must be a current member of BIAW through an affiliated local association
Submit enrollment fee
QUESTIONS (360) 352-7800 Enroll@BIAW.com
DON’T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT As a small business, you feel like no one listens, but you are not alone. BIAW’s retro program helps you through it so you can get back to work. — Joel VanDerPuy, Owner | ServiceMaster Services
BIAW.com The results of a recent L&I audit would not have been positive without the assistance and expertise we received from R.O.I.I.® SELECT. — Tom Bate, Owner | Bates Roofing, LLC.
Central Washington Home Builders Association 3301 W. Nob Hill Blvd. Yakima, WA 98902 (509) 454-4006 CWHBA.org
CONSTRUCTING BETTER EMPL YEE BENEFITS
biaw health insurance program proudly serves members of the building and construction industries by providing top-notch employee benefit plans. as the exclusive consultants of the BIAW HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAM, CAPITAL BENEFIT SERVICES’ goal is to be your resource, advocate and partner in selecting the most comprehensive and competitive employee benefit plan possible.
Get a FREE quote NOW! 425.641.8093
BIAWhealthtrust.com © 2017 Capital Benefit Services. All rights reserved.
15
WELCOME CWHBA’S October New Members BBSI Chuck Colmenero 311 N. 4th St., Ste. 104B -Yakima (509) 575-4114 ASSOCIATE Staffing / HR / Bus. Development
Commercial Tire Mike Beckstrand 1411 S. 1st Street - Yakima (509) 248-9530 ASSOCIATE Tire - Sales & Services
BBSI Santiago Alejo 311 N. 4th St., Ste. 104B -Yakima (509) 833-2708 AFFILIATE Staffing / HR / Bus. Development
Complete Restoration & Construction, LLC Jesus Gonzalez 112 W. Washington Ave. - Yakima (509) 388-1175 BUILDER Restoration / Remodeling
Beyond Construction & Remodeling, LLC Ruben Ornelas 1125 McKittrick St. #40 - Wenatchee (509) 393-3210 BUILDER Commercial Contracting
Dan Goodman Drywall, LLC Dan Goodman 715 S. 75th Ave. - Yakima (509) 952-2174 ASSOCIATE Drywall Contractor
Big Creek Homes, Inc. Dayna Ridlon 304 W. 1st. Street - Cle Elum (509) 674-4495 BUILDER Single Family Spec
M2 Signature Homes, LLC Melissa Gros & Matt Wudi 311 Pebble Beach Drive - Cle Elum (206) 271-0285 BUILDER Single Family Custom
Camas Consulting Michael Sloan 220 Division Street - Grandview (509) 676-6464 ASSOCIATE Insurance Broker / Agent
EXCLUSIVE
CWHBA MEMBER SAVINGS PROGRAM One of the major automotive manufacturers of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), we’re pleased to extend this private offer up to $250/$500/$1000* toward the purchase or lease of most new GM vehicles to CWHBA members. Just visit your local Chevrolet, Buick or GMC dealer, choose an eligible vehicle and present your NAHB Proof of Membership form.
CWHBA MEMBERS WHO CAN HELP YOU • •
Harvest Chevrolet University Auto Center
• •
Lee Peterson Motors, Inc. Cascade Auto Center
October Member Renewals After Hours Plumbing & Heating, Inc. All Phase Electric, Inc. American Cabinet Doors, Inc. Anderson Rock & Demolition Arteaga Construction, LLC Beltman Enterprises, Inc. Brad Mitchell Masonry Brandenburg Construction, Inc. BTO Construction Builders FirstSource, Inc. C.R. Sanislo, Inc. Camas Consulting Carlson Boyd, PLLC Catalyss, LLC City of Union Gap Columbia River Excavation Conover Insurance D R Brown Trucking, Inc. Doug Haase Excavating, Inc. Evergreen Home Loans Evergreen Home Loans - Affiliate Gale Contractor Services I.E.S. Doors Kennedy Transportation Kittitas County Habitat for Humanity Knudsen Lumber Co., Inc. Kraft Construction Lee Peterson Motors, Inc. Lexar Homes Milsteadt Electric, Inc. Morgan & Son Earthmoving, Inc. MWR Company New Creation Construction, LLC Patriot Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Pleasant Ridge Construction Record Hauling Service, Inc. S C I Door Skybear Enterprises, Inc. Thermall Heating & Cooling Thunder Electric, Inc. Traditional Designs, Inc. Valley Floor Company, Inc. Valley Title Guarantee Van Belle Excavating, LLC Wells & Wade Mechanical Western Materials Windermere Real Estate Yakima Valley Partners: Habitat for Humanity
CWHBA SPIKES SUPER SPIKE (250-499)
Matt Willard Joel Tanasse Jeff Hansell Dennis Kelly Roger Walters Justin Wolff Kevin Patrick Kelly Coons
520.00 345.25 317.00 291.00 292.50 279.00 265.50 262.00
RED SPIKE (100-249)
Recruiting new members to our association is an activity recognized and rewarded through the NAHB Spike Club. Those who participate are called Spikes. When CWHBA receives a new member application and your name is on it as the referring member you will receive spike points and are also put ON THE ROOF. Any Spike applications received without a referral name will go to you, we call these orphan Spikes. You will remain ON THE ROOF until a new application comes in that contains a member referral name. Then that member gets ON THE ROOF!
Share the value of your membership to your fellow industry colleagues, if they join you receive points. Spikes are the membership leaders of our federation, building the voice, power, and influence on every level, in every state. SPIKE RECEIVE Increased Visibility Recognition for Efforts Exclusive Networking Opportunities Lapel Pins Plaques and Trophies
BECOME A SPIKE If you have a potential member to recruit contact Chascidi White at 509.454.4006 / cwhite@cwhba.org
WHO IS ON THE ROOF? Tom Roy of ROY CONSTRUCTION Member Since 1997 NEW MEMBER RECRUITED DAN GOODMAN DRYWALL, LLC Dan Goodman 715 S. 75th Avenue Yakima, WA 98908 (509) 952-2174
Keegan Harris Jerry Martens Jeff Johnston Ronald Pelson Jim Rowland Jeff Gilmore Ace Bollinger Eric Clark Clark Cooke
242.25 228.50 212.00 197.00 170.50 170.00 168.00 127.00 124.50
GREEN SPIKE (50-99)
Steve Senger Scott Nedry Brice Baxter Derek Nelson Jason Gokey
92.00 92.50 66.00 60.00 55.50
LIFE SPIKE (25-49)
Rob Thomas Jim Engebretson JP Kissling Lynn Harris Earl Bellegante
48.00 38.00 30.50 29.50 26.50
BLUE SPIKE (6-24)
Kathy Wilson Ben Justesen Ryan Moore Steve Weise Jeff Roll Kevin Kalberg Scott Garland Jared Jones Paul Render Brenda Bruner Stan Beltman Mike Canonge Brandon Truhler Ernesto Gonzalez
22.50 17.00 15.50 14.00 13.50 12.50 12.00 12.00 10.00 8.00 7.50 7.50 7.00 6.50
17
EDUCATION Roster CLASSES WE CAN SCHEDULE BASED ON NEED:
COMPETENT PERSON: FALL PROTECTION DATE December 6th TIME 8am to 12pm LOCATIONS Perry Technical Institute
CAPS 1: Marketing & Communicating with the Aging In Place Client
COST $275
CAPS 2: Design Concepts for Livable Homes and Aging In Place
POWDER ACTUATED TOOLS & TOOLS SAFETY DATE December 6th TIME 1pm to 3pm LOCATIONS Perry Technical Institute
CAPS 3: Details & Solutions for Livable Homes and Aging In Place Certified Erosion & Sediment Control Lead-CESCL & Recertification Certified Lead Renovator - Initial & Refresher Certified New Home Sales Professional (CSP)-CLASSRM
COST $100
Competent Person: Excavation & Trenching
TAX ACT
Competent Person: Fall Protection & Residential Fall Protection
DATE Coming January, stay tuned for details
TIME TBD
AHERA & AHERA Refresher
LOCATIONS TBD
COST Free
The overall topic will be the new Tax Act and will provide attendees with the answers to the following questions: Individuals: • Do I need to update my withholding to account for the new tax reform changes? • What deductions can I still take for 2018? • Can I still itemize for 2018? Businesses: • If I own a business, will I be able to take advantage of the new 20% “pass through” deduction? • Can I take advantage of “bonus” depreciation? • What type of entity is going to minimize my taxes? • Can I still deduct meals and entertainment expenses? • Will my taxes be simpler to prepare this year?
Compliments of Cordell, Neher and Co
Construction Contracts & Lien Law
Construction Stormwater Worker Training CPR & First Aid Training Creating a Culture of Inclusivity: Anti-Harassment & Discrimination Training Employment Law Trends & News Estimating and Scheduling for Profitable Business Operations Everyday Habits of Highly Successful Companies Green Real Estate Specialist L & I Safety Day Marketing Strategies for Today's Contractor - 200 Optimizing Your Site: Determining Low Impact Development (LID) Feasibility and Improving Your Site Layout Powder Actuated Tools & Tool Safety Project Management QuickBooks 101 Tax Act Washington Family and Medical Leave companies w/ under 50 Employees
18
Don’t see a class you need? Please let us know and we will work on getting it added to the schedule! Visit membership.cwhba.org/events or call CWHBA at 509.454.4006 to learn more!
BIAW’s Certified Builder Designation In June 2018, BIAW officially launched a new designation that breaks ground within the home building industry. BIAW’s Certified Builder program creates a way to recognize and designate achievement to those in the industry whose work experience and business practices exceed state standards. The unique nature of this new designation will quickly become the gold standard in Washington. It proves that the Certified Builder measures up, cares about their work and customers, and strives every day to do their very best. The main goal in creating the Certified Builder designation is to showcase the skills, services and business practices that are truly needed to build a better place for Washingtonians to call home. Knowing who reaches higher helps the customer make a more informed choice, which in turn creates a more powerful designation. Why Become a Certified Builder? GREATER VALUE Builders choose to offer more. Each applicant is fully vetted during the process, ensuring they meet or exceed the comprehensive standards developed to become a Certified Builder. BIAW performs rigorous reviews of experience, past work performance, and inquires about vendor relationships. They insist on comprehensive warranties, contracts, and higher insurance thresholds.
MEASURE UP It is an intentional choice to showcase better builders and then promote them to the public. Since the consumer today has more power than ever to accept or reject who they choose to buy from, BIAW knows that it is in the builder’s best interest to educate the public about what better standards mean to them. That creates more value for this designation than any other program developed for builders.
RAISE THE BAR If you’re willing to conduct your business by exceeding state standards, you can earn this designation. Experience matters. As part of the program, everyone agrees to conduct themselves and their business at the highest standards to maintain Certified Builder status so there is built-in accountability. THE MESSAGE BIAW will assist builders with marketing their designation to current and potential customers
by sharing (at no additional cost) an unprecedented source of branded marketing materials. These include designed templates for each Certified Builder and appropriate style guides for using the logo, materials, photos, and message. This way, consumers see consistency, which makes the designation easier to connect with, which in turn translates to integrity and strength. Certified Builders will also receive extra educational opportunities offered at a discount as well as dedicated staff to help. When the best get recognized, better becomes the new standard. The Certified Builder designation not only creates value within our membership but also for the entire industry. For more information or to see a current list of BIAW Certified Builders, go to www.biawcertifiedbuilder.com
Central Washington Home Builders Association
www.cwhba.org