Northern Kentucky Builder - February 2018

The Official Publication of the Building Industry Association of Northern Kentucky

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Northern Kentucky Builder™ is an official publication of the Building Industry Association of Northern Kentucky, 2751 Circleport Drive, Erlanger, Kentucky 41018. It is published in the interest of the Northern Kentucky building industry and read by home builders, remodelers, general contractors, developers, engineers, bankers, Realtors,® architects, material dealers, subcontractors and manufacturers. All rights reserved. Copying or reproduction without the expressed permission of the Building Industry Association of Northern Kentucky is strictly prohibited. phone 859.331.9500 or fax 859.578.3393 email homebuilders@buildersnky.com 2018 Board of Directors John Curtin/Paul Hemmer Company, President Bill Cullen/Cullen Brothers, Immediate Past Pres.

Tom Withorn/Craftsmen by Design, Vice President Ross Kreutzjans/Legacy Management, Secretary/Treasurer Watson Jones/C.K. Ash Insurance, Associate President John Cain/Wiseway Supply. Associate Vice President Mike Willenbrink/Bayer Becker, LDC President Michelle Caldwell/Huntington Bank, SMC President Shad Sletto/EGC Construction, Builder Director Ben Taylor/Drees, Builder Director Brandy Roberts/Florida Tile, Associate Director Fred Cernetisch/Pella, Associate Director Nick Smith/Keller Williams, Associate Director Mike Riegler/Riegler Blacktop, Inc., Associate Director BIA Staff Brian A. Miller, Executive Vice President Jessica Rose, Director of Shows & Events Charley Wayman, Director of Sales & Marketing Shawn Cox, Director of Professional Development Dan Smith, Director of Finance Tammy Gorby, Director of Membership Mandy Trenkamp, Administrative Coordinator Editors Charley Wayman Writing Vicki Prichard Staff The Building Industry Association of Northern Kentucky is open to the world, visit our web site for up-to-date information on BIA services and programs, including extensive public referral directory to Registered Builders, Registered Remodelers and Associate Members.

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JANUARY 2018 FROM THE EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT

MEMBERSHIP AND COMMUNITY

DEPARTMENTS

The mission of the Building Industry Association of Northern Kentucky is to promote and enhance the integrity and visibility of the construction industry and the members of the organization through advocacy, communication, education and political action.

BUSINESS CALENDAR AND EVENTS

NEWSROOM

EDUCATION

ADVOCACY

NKY BUILDER PERMITS

FEATURES

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Member Profile: Ben Taylor Savvy and Effective Networking Inaugural Party Commercial Council Event 2017 SAM Awards Founder of HONK Marks 25 Years

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FROM THE EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT

Brian Miller Executive Vice Presifdent bmiller@buildersnky.com

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ach year members from throughout the state descend upon Frankfort to have your industry’s collective voices heard. While the 2017 General Assembly passed massive sweeping pieces of legislation your industry has long advocated for there is still much work to do. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to participate in a “micro-volunteer” level as it is only a one-day event. You can also benefit from experience “the political process”. As a citizen and professional in our industry you really owe it to yourself to at least learn how the system works. “If you’re not at the table you are usually on the menu” so the old saying goes.

We will start the day at 8:30am in Capitol Annex Room 149 with a legislative briefing and a special welcome by some of our state’s elected officials. The Northern Kentucky Caucus is large, so we will break up into three groups to hold meetings with our elected officials. A staff guide will be with you to lead you through the halls of the Capitol Annex and get you through the check in process.

You will be paired up with experienced members that have participated in the past and know our issues. So, if you are new to the game you will have a real pro at your side to onboard you into advocacy. Prior to the day you will be emailed an issue briefing. The list of bills and issues will be kept simple so if you do feel to speak up you can do so knowing that you will have the latest information to communicate our issues.

There is the chance to have special access to the various Caucus meetings held by the legislature prior to the day’s session. These meetings are used to set the agenda for what will happen on the floor that day. You never know if there will be other opportunities for special access to some part of our state government you have never seen before and that many don’t ever get to experience.

There is no cost associated with the event. A ticket to the Capitol Cafeteria will be provided so lunch is on us! Those members that make the drive to Frankfort are always appreciated and receive recognition in the NKB, on social media and in other ways.

You DO make a difference during this visit. Our elected officials know that you are taking time away from your companies and jobs to advocate for your industry. That impresses them beyond belief. They also really appreciate you making the effort to come and see them. Know this...right after we make our please to help your business and your industry and walk out there is a special interest group or public employee walking in their office usually the same day advocating for the exact opposite. Your voice counts 4

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Issues you can expect will be covered: • Pension Reform • Tax Reform • Workers Compensation Insurance Reform • Misclassification of Subcontractors (all your subcontractors would be classified as your employees if these bills pass) • KEES Scholarship Funding for High School Graduates to Enter Construction Trade Schools • State Assumption of the Clean Water Act Section 404 (g) Program (stream and wetland fees) • Occupational Licenses and Fees • HVAC Licensure • Electrical Licensure • Plumbing Licensure • Planning & Zoning (create joint Board of Adjustment) • Infrastructure (this has a subset of issues and potential bills)

Pictured above left to right, top to bottom: l-r Bill Cullen, BIA Immediate Past President, Cullen Brothers; Pat Parshall, Immediate Past Associate President, Northwest Title; Senator Damon Thayer, Senate Majority Floor Leader; Shad Sletto, BIA Board Member, EGC Construction; John Curtin, BIA President, Paul Hemmer Company spend time discussing issues facing our industry during the 2017 Capitol visit. l-r Jim Cutter, Past President, Cutter Construction; Bill Butt, Past President, Bill’s Remodeling & Electric; Diane St. Onge, State Representative; Bob Weiss, Executive Vice President, HBAK; Brian Jones, Past Associate President, C.K. Ash Insurance; Walt Dunlevy, State & Local Government Committee Chair, Forge Lumber and Shawn Cox, BIA Director of Professional Development talk through bills at the Capitol in 2017.

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MEMBERSHIP AND COMMUNITY

Milestone Members

HONK CORNER

These members have reached a milestone in their membership with their renewals in February.

Congratulations!

One Year Worthington Cabinetry, Inc. Landworx Ten Years G & H Welding Twenty Years Lothers Catering

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Raymond was referred to Housing Opportunities of Northern Kentucky (HONK) by his aunt, thinking that HONK might be a good agency to help Raymond find permanent housing and homeownership. Even with his limited income Raymond had maintained a very good credit score. That enabled HONK to help him secure down payment assistance.

“Raymond has the distinction of being in HONK’s lease to own program for only five months before qualifying to purchase his home,” said David Hastings, HONK Executive Director. “We are very happy for Raymond.”

“I’m so happy. I’m so grateful. God does wonderful things. I’m going to tell everyone about this. I love

id you know that our first construction trade school class was Carpentry? This course began in 1967. It was a four-year program. It eventually became a two-year program and is now two separate one-year programs; rough and finish carpentry. The second course was not added until 1978 which focused on Electric as a four-year program as it is today.

HVAC was not added until 1984; starting out as a three-year course and changing to a two-year course. Those three courses were the only courses offered until 2012. The Enzweiler Building Institute now has 7 courses of study and are adding an 8th after the construction is finalized through funding by the Kentucky Work Ready Skills Initiative grant.

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my house. The kids love it too.

They are so excited to have their own rooms. I was living in an apartment before with 2-3 rooms on one floor. We had people above us and below us. We had to put up with the noise, the parties, people smoking in the hallway. We have so much room now. I open up my back door and I have a big back yard. I’m glad I finally followed my Auntie’s advice to come talk to HONK. God brings good people into your life for a reason,” said Raymond. “My mortgage payment is less than I was paying in rent. It just keeps getting better.”

Dreams like these become a reality because of HONK. They can do more with your help! Visit honkhomes.org today to learn how you can get involved.

BIANKY BUSINESS MEETINGS AT A GLANCE FEBRUARY Get Involved 1

Bourbon Tasting Experience / Networking event & bourbon tasting at Octave

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Builders Day at the Capital

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HBA of Kentucky Winter Board of Directors Meeting / Visit www.hbak.com for more information.

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Sales and Marketing Council Board of Governors Meeting

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Presidents Day - BIA Office Closed

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Land Development Council Board of Governors / Monthly meeting of the Land Development Council Board of Governors.

All Council Past Presidents are welcome and encouraged to attend this meeting.

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Winter Break - Enzweiler Building Institute / No Classes

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Executive Committee / Monthly meeting of association senior leadership team

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State & Local Government/PAC Committee / The committee will discuss legislative issues and engage an elected or appointed official in dialogue over issues concerning the construction industry. All members are welcome to attend this meeting.

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Commercial Council Event - Boone County Transportation and Infra Structure / Boone County Transportation and Infrastructure, Held at Traditions Golf Course Club House

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Sales and Marketing Council Board of Governors Meeting

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Table Top Night / St. patrick's Day Themed. Builder Members are free!

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Land Development Council Board of Governors / Monthly meeting of the Land Development Council Board of Governors.

All Council Past Presidents are welcome and encouraged to attend this meeting.

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2017 SAM Awards / SMC Awards Northern Kentucky

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State & Local Government/PAC Committee / The committee will discuss legislative issues and engage an elected or appointed official in dialogue over issues concerning the construction industry. All members are welcome to attend this meeting.

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Executive Committee / Monthly meeting of association senior leadership team

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Board of Directors / Bi-monthly meeting of association leadership

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Good Friday - BIA Office Closed

Go to buildersnky.com or call 331-9500 for reservations and confirm dates

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NEWSROOM DUKE: NEW SINGLE EMAIL ADDRESS REGARDING NEW DEVELOPMENTS

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uring meetings with your associations it was mentioned there was a need to provide an easier method for developers/engineers to provide information to Duke Energy regarding new developments. To accomplish this Duke Energy created a single email address for information to be sent. The address is SubdivisionProjects@duke-energy.com and it will be monitored daily and projects assigned to designers within 48 hrs. Once assigned they will be the Duke Energy contact throughout the life of the project.

The email must contain the same information you are used to providing.

• Developer’s Questionnaire (completed) • CAD & .pdf of proposed subdivision (site, utility, grading, etc…)

o If first phase an overall of the project is required

NOTE: PAPER COPIES ARE NO LONGER REQUIRED • In Subject line note:

o Name and phase of subdivision

o County, township, City, State, etc. where project is located • Example: • Estates of…., Whitewater Twsp, Hamilton County, OH • Village of… , Boone County, KY • Glens of…. Fairfield, OH

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PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES OF KENTON COUNTY (PDS) WILL ACCEPT DIGITAL PLANS BEGINNING IN 2018

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pplicants for PDS zoning and building permits, building plan reviews, subdivision plat reviews, and subdivision improvement plan reviews will be able to submit them in digital form beginning in January. They’ll be able to complete the entire application process—application and plan submission and payment of fees—online by the second quarter of the new year.

PDS acquired licenses recently for BlueBeam software to drive this digital plan review process. The program will help PDS communicate with applicants using customizable, easy-to-mark-up tools which will help project coordination by tracking mark ups and generating reports automatically. It will also store all of its records in TRAKiT, PDS’ electronic development-tracking program. PDS will move to online applications later in the fiscal year when it activates eTRAKiT, a module of its TRAKiT electronic development-tracking program. Staff is in the process now of developing the application process, online payment tools, and avenues to attach documents such as plans and worker’s compensation and geo-technical reports, etc.

“Our goal for some time now has been to move the entire application process online so that design professionals, builders, developers, and engineers can submit their entire application packages and pay their fees from their offices,” said Dennis Gordon, FAICP, executive director of PDS. “This will help them be more efficient, save money, and allow our staff to focus on getting projects through the review process more expeditiously.”

CONFORMING LOAN LIMITS TO RISE

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he Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) announced recently that the maximum baseline conforming loan limit for mortgage loans acquired by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in 2018 will increase to $453,100 from $424,100. The loan limit will rise 6.8% in 2018 because FHFA has determined that the average U.S. home value increased 6.8% between the third quarters of 2016 and 2017. Higher loan limits will be in effect in higher-cost areas as well. In areas where 115% of the local median home value exceeds the baseline loan limit, the maximum area loan limit will be higher. The new ceiling loan limit in high-cost markets will be $679,650, or 150% of the $453,100 for single-family properties. The previous ceiling was $636,150.

LEGAL VICTORIES SUPPORT NAHB MEMBERS

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wo recent Legal Action Fund victories demonstrate that patience is a virtue when it comes to litigation — and that NAHB’s Legal Action Fund is here to support members for the long haul. The wins occurred in a Clean Water Act case in New York and a water and sewer fee case in Idaho.

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MEMBER PROFILE BEN TAYLOR, ASLA | LAND ACQUISITION MANAGER 1. Tell me how you first got involved in with the Building Industry Association of Northern Kentucky.

As a member of the land development team here at Drees, I was encouraged to take advantage of the educational opportunities offered by the organization. I have attended many seminars and work sessions with the Land Development Council throughout my career. One of the first projects I participated in was defining good Low Impact Development (LID) principles and how they could provide alternatives to developers within local zoning ordinances without being too restrictive.

2. What do you think will change about the Building Industry Association of Northern Kentucky over the next five years OR what would you like to see change?

From my brief introduction to Board, It seems the increased breadth of the association and its membership will lead to a stronger and more united voice on issues related to advocacy, common sense regulation reform, and improving the industry reputation. I’m excited about the building institute and its efforts to grow and expand. I believe it could be the model for other associations to solve the growing labor issues the industry is facing.

3. What might (someone) be surprised to know about you?

I love live music and concerts. I lost track of the number I’ve attended years ago.

4. What do you do when you aren't working or volunteering?

I spend a lot of time outdoors with my family; camping, fishing and attending sporting events with my four children 5. What is your best tip to provide to our members about networking with potential customers and clients?

Get involved! The social events and open meetings are a great way to preview some of work going on and meet other professionals in the industry. I am also involved in the Cincy HBA along with the BIA NKY and the relationships that I’ve developed have been very beneficial in my career.

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Savvy and Effective Networking is Easier Than You Think!

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sk any association member what are some of the key reasons they enjoy their BIA membership and odds are that networking is at the top of the list.

members and potential clients and customers. Savvy networking can be done with ease and, most importantly, it is a sure way to showcase your company and get it on the industry’s radar.

Navigating a large room, or even a small conference, can result in increased brand awareness, new clients, and productive partnerships. But for some professionals, the prospect of networking – of shaking hands with strangers – can seem daunting, even in a roomful of one’s industry peers. If you’re afraid to approach people you don’t know, you’re not alone. Humans are wired with a fear of rejection or looking awkward, and networking events can often seem like they’re teeming with opportunities for those very things to happen. Take some comfort in knowing that you’re not the only one in the room with more than a hint of apprehension about networking.

Effective networking events come in all sizes. Large events cast a wide net for networking opportunities, but don’t discount a small casual after work gathering as it can provide an intimate setting that allows for great ease in meeting everyone in the room. The BIA keeps in mind that providing a variety of scale in networking opportunities is advantageous to its members.

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“We work very hard to create a range of events so that our members can participate in an environment that is comfortable for them,” says BIA Director of Sales & Marketing, Charley Wayman.

The association hosts large, structured events like the associations’ golf tournament and clay shoot, which generally have upwards of 200 attendees and appeal to members who hope to connect with as many members as possible, but also hosts more intimate, casual venues.

We work very hard to create a range of events so that our members can participate in an environment that is comfortable for them “Because an event that size can be overwhelming to some, we also have more intimate events, such as the Annual Family BBQ and the Braxton Brewery event in the fall,” says Wayman. “These typically have below 100 attendees and are more casual networking events.

Wayman says BIA events often have activities ranging from sport tournaments to door prize giveaways.

met and starting a conversation is the hardest part of the evening. Meetings and events can be intimidating, particularly if it’s your first event and you don’t know anyone else in the room. BIA member, Bart Porter, President and CEO of GreatForce Insurance in Newport, shares some suggestions that have served him well throughout his more than 30 years in sales and consulting.

“These are a great way for the BIA to encourage conversations and also provide unique sponsorship opportunities for our members,” says Wayman.

“If I’m not familiar with the group, I usually ask the person or persons that I hear about the event from, or who sponsored me into the organization, to meet me at the event. That establishes your ‘base camp’ and comfort zone,” says Porter.

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From there, Porter says he seeks out individuals who are standing by themselves, usually along the periphery of the room, and introduces himself,

learning their connection to the event or group. They’re usually glad to make conversation, says Porter.

A keen eye for familiar faces are essential to good networking, too.

“I always scan the room to see if there is anyone I know and who they are having a conversation with because that is a prime time to drift into that conversation and perhaps be introduced by your friend,” says Porter.

If you can’t drift into the conversation, Porter suggests finding an opportunity to meet the person later in the event.

“Lead into the conversation by saying, ‘I saw you talking to my friend, ‘so and so,’ and how do you know each other?’” says Porter. “You now have common ground with the new person.”

Other good lead-ins for meeting a new contact, says Porter, are asking an individual if he/she is familiar with another employer you might know at their company, or, if you provide a product or service to a competitor company, “which they usually find interesting,” says Porter, tell them you’ve dealt with that company for years and inquire how long they have been with their company.

“If there is a lunch or dinner served, I usually try to sit down with a group I’m not familiar with,” says Porter.

That might sound intimidating at first, but Porter says getting out of your comfort zone is worthwhile.

“This usually leads to you introducing yourself to those around your table and it leads to conversation. This gets you out of your comfort zone and it forces you to engage with new people, usually only for an hour or so, and it’s worth the effort!”

For each BIA business-to-business networking opportunity, Wayman says they create a Facebook invitation to promote the event. “Our intention is that our members will share the event with

their colleagues and encourage them to attend,” says Wayman. “We also hope that following the event, they will post photos they may have taken so that attendees can tag themselves. This way, if members meet someone new at the event, they can use the page to ‘friend’ their new connection.”

Social media is a dynamic tool for communication, and can be a great way to spur dialogue among association members and spread the word about the association. When excitement about association events are evident on social media and visible to prospective members and current members, that visibility increases industry buzz and encourages increased engagement which culminates in even broader individuals and businesses with whom to network.

So, post those event photographs and let everyone in your social media community know that BIA events are both fun and productive!

Another key tool of effective networking, which can broaden competitive advantage by increasing image, credibility, and prestige, is event sponsorship.

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“Through sponsorship, you have the opportunity to be introduced to everyone at the event, have your logo displayed for all to see, and showcase your company’s generosity since BIA events cannot happen without the financial help of the membership,” says Wayman, Director of Sales and Marketing for the Building Industry Association of Northern Kentucky.

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BIA MONTHLY SIGNATURE EVENT

INAUGURAL PARTY

2018 Board of Directors – Shadd Sletto, EGC Construction, John Curtin, Paul Hemmer Co., Bill Cullen, Cullen Brothers, Ross Kreutzjans, Legacy Management, Ben Taylor, Drees Homes, Tom Withorn, Craftsmen by Design, Nick Smith, Keller Williams Realty Services, Michelle Coldwell, Huntington Bank, Brandy Roberts, Florida Tile, John Cain, WIseway Supply. READING ROCK

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he 63rd Annual Inaugural Dinner took place at Summit Hills County Club on December 7th. John Curtin, Paul Hemmer Company was installed as the 2018 Builder President. John was also awarded the 2017 Builder of the Year Award. This is the first time that a Commercial Builder has received the award.

Watson Jones, CK Ash Insurance was installed as the 2018 Associate President. Watson Jones, Brian Jones and Charlie Ash, all with CK Ash Insurance received recognition for three generations of service to the Building Industry Association. Pat Parshall, 2017 Associate President, Northwest Title was awarded the Janis Beard Membership Award. Dr. Randy Poe received the Community Service Award. Mike Eubanks, Wells Fargo was awarded the Associate of the Year Award. John Toebben, Past BIA President, Toebben Builders was awarded the Donald M. Wiedeman Lifetime Achievement Award. Congratulations to all the 2017 award winners and the newly installed 2018 Board of Directors.

John Curtin, Paul Hemmer Co presenting John Toebben, Toebben Builders with the Donald M. Weideman Lifetime Achievement Award.

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Pat Parshall, Immediate Past Associate President, Northwest Title and Watson Jones 2018 Associate President, C.K. Ash Insurance.

Bill Cullen, Immediate Past President, Cullen Brothers presenting John Curtin, 2018 President, Paul Hemmer Co with the Builder of the Year Award.

Pictured above left to right, top to bottom: Builder Past Presidents. Walt Dunlevy, Past Associate President, Forge Lumber presenting the Community Service Award to Dr. Randy, Boone County Board of Education. Pat Parshall, Immediate Associate Past President, Northwest Title with Associate of the Year Award winner Mike Eubanks, Wells Fargo. Carla Cain and John Cain, BIA Board of Director, Wiseway Supply. Jacob Toebben, Capitol Investment Group, John Toebben, Past President, Toebben Builders, Matth Toebben, Past President, Toebben Builders and Bill Toebben, Toebben Builders. Bill Cullen, Cullen Brothers, Janis Beard, Retired BIA presenting Pat Parshall, Immediate Past Associate President, Northwest Title with the Janis Beard Membership Award.

Immediate President Bill Cullen, Cullen Brothers and 2018 President John Curtin, Paul Hemmer Co. Brian Jones, Associate Past President, C.K. Ash Insurance giving champagne toast.

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BIA MONTHLY SIGNATURE EVENT

Pictured above left to right, top to bottom: Jerry Mosier, Associate Past President singing God Bless America. Doug and Robin Roberts, Watson Gravel and Art Fischesser, SRM. Diana Devore, Guardian Savings Bank and Mike Eubanks, Wells Fargo. Walt Dunlevy, Forge Lumber Cheryl Stegman, Legacy Kitchens, Jason Lett, WIssmann Bros. Darlene Bossert, GQW, Jay Thelen. Kyle Whalen HBA of Kentucky President. Bob Schroeder, Past President, Arlinghaus Builders and Senator Wil Schroder. Associate Passing of the Gavel, Art Fischesser, 1987 Associate Past President, SRM, Charlie Wietholter, 1969 Associate Past President and Jerry Moser, 1968 Associate Past President.

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Fall 2017 Continuing Education Classes a Huge Success

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Dr. Sean Foley NKU: Best Construction Management Practices

Studer Residential Designs and Roenker Engineering: Technical Update on Decking and Applications

Barnes Denning Accounting: QuickBooks and Tax Updates for Businesses

St. Elizabeth Medical Center: CPR/AED Usage and Job Site Safety

The Tri-State Veterans Community Alliance: Hiring Veterans Workshop

If there are classes YOU would like to see offered in 2018, contact Shawn Cox, Director of Professional Development at 859 331 9500 or scox@buildersnky. com. Remember, classes are open to ALL members, not just Builders and Remodelers. We are working continuously to bring you content that is timely and topical to help YOU as a member grow your business and welcome your input.

With one of the most diverse class offerings every offered, the Continuing Education program for 2017 finished strong for those companies needing continuing education hours, and those just looking for some additional expertise.

They were:

With classes ranging from QuickBooks, to Tax Changes, to structural design and even fire safety and professional development, BIA-NKY members had options to not just get their required hours but learn new practices to help them in their businesses. As we work on the slate of classes for 2018, we want to thank all of our presenters who took the time to share their time, talent and expertise with our members.

Boone County Building Inspectors Office: Building Code Update Point Pleasant Fire Protection District: Fire Prevention in New Construction Mary Ann Elliot of the Acorn Group: Time Management and Difficult Conversations

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Join the BIA and their guests as they discuss the future plans for growth and infrastructure in Boone County.

Speakers include: Robyn Bancroft, OKI Regional Council of Governments Jeff Earlywine, County Administrator – Boone County Adam Chaney, Sanitation District 1 Diane Whalen, Mayor of Florence

Traditions Golf Course Clubhouse at 2035 Williams Rd. Hebron, KY 41048 Cost is $25 for non-members, $20 for members Two drink tickets and appetizers included When: Tuesday March 1st, 2018; 3:30 – 5:30PM First come first served. Please RSVP by calling 859-331-9500 or by email at mandy@buildersnky.com

Eat, Drink, Network and Be Irish!

TABLE TOP NIGHT March 15, 2018 5:00-8:00 pm

Don’t miss your chance to be an exhibitor at Table Top Night! This year is St. Patrick’s Day themed, each vendor will have the opportunity to decorate their table according to the theme for the chance to win a prize! Booths include two complimentary admission tickets.

Deadline to be an Exhibitor is March 2, 2018

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For more information or to apply, please contact Charley Wayman at 859-331-9500 or charley @buildersnky.com

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Tax Reform Will Benefit Builders, Small Businesses

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he tax reform bill signed into law by President Donald Trump on Dec. 22 will provide tax relief for hard-working families and create a more favorable tax climate for small business.

NAHB achieved significant victories in the bill, such as the real estate exception to the business interest deduction, second homes, private activity bonds, the capital gains exclusion, and many other provisions.

Changes within the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act take effect for the tax year starting Jan. 1, 2018.

Major provisions of the law include the following.

Mortgage interest deduction.

Retains the mortgage interest deduction and the deduction for second homes, but reduces the mortgage interest cap from $1 million to $750,000.

State and local property taxes.

Allows taxpayers to deduct up to $10,000 of state and local taxes, including property taxes and the choice of income or sales taxes.

Capital gains exclusion.

Maintains existing law that allows home owners to exclude up to $250,000 (or $500,000 for

married couples) in capital gains on the profit from the sale of a home if they have lived in the house for two of the last five years.

HELOC. Eliminates the deduction for interest on home equity loans.

Private activity bonds. Retains private activity bonds (PABs), which will enable the Low Income Housing Tax Credit to maintain its effectiveness as the most indispensable tool for the production of affordable housing.

Without PABs, we would face the loss of more than 788,000 affordable rental units over the next decade.

Alternative Minimum Tax. Eliminates the Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) for corporations and increases the AMT exemption amounts and phase-out thresholds for individuals.

Individual tax brackets. Retains seven tax brackets, with rates ranging from 10% to 37%. This

will provide tax relief for individuals and small businesses and represents a tax cut for most taxpayers.

Estate tax. Doubles the estate tax exemption.

Carried interest. Retains existing carried interest rules, but assets must be held for three years.

Pass-through deduction. Allows most taxpayers with pass-through income to deduct 20% of that income based on wages or on wages plus a capital element.

Business interest deduction.

Provides the taxpayer a choice of making a one-time election for a deduction limited to 30% of adjusted gross income; or for real estate, a 100% deduction for business interest, but with certain trade-offs.

Like-kind exchanges. Preserves the benefit for real estate investors to make tax-free exchanges of property, commonly referred to as “like-kind” exchanges.

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Multifamily depreciation. Gives the taxpayer the choice of taking 27.5- or 30-year depreciation, depending on how they elect to treat their business interest.

Individual tax provision sunsets.

Almost all individual tax elements – mortgage interest, state and local property taxes, individual brackets, etc. – expire at the end of 2025.

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Founder of HONK Marks 25 Years of Addressing Housing Challenges when he was invited to participate with a group seeking to address housing issues in inner city Covington. As he and the group visited potential properties to renovate, Fr. Goeke was struck by the enormous challenge they faced.

“Some of the buildings were so dirty,” he said. “There was train dust from a hundred years ago. I was so touched that they were willing to tackle that.”

That sense of compassion became a core principle when Fr. Goeke founded Housing Opportunities of Northern Kentucky (HONK) and began working to address the challenges of the working poor.

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wenty-five years ago, Housing Opportunities of Northern Kentucky (HONK), founded by Father John “Jack” Goeke, acquired its first property, a single-family home on 13th Street in Covington.

Since then HONK has completed 84 rehabs and built 34 new homes in 13 Northern Kentucky communities. But it was a chance encounter that transformed Father Goeke from parish priest to a regional leader in affordable housing for low-income families.

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He was moved by “good-hearted people” who were able to pay their monthly rent, but were unable to save for a down payment and couldn’t get a conventional mortgage. As a result, he came up with an innovative lease-to-own model, setting aside a portion of the lease to give back for closing costs.

He also found opportunities for down payment assistance, working with the City of Covington and the Kentucky Housing Corporation.

As the fledgling organization grew, Fr. Goeke quickly realized HONK needed to get better organized.

“We were scattered all over Northern Kentucky,” he said. “We’d have carpet in one guy’s garage, a water heater in another guy’s basement. For an office, we had a spare room in a church’s rectory.”

He was also becoming overwhelmed by the amount of paperwork and grant writing required, leading to the hiring of John Binzer as business manager, HONK’s first paid staff member.

Volunteers, however, remained essential to the organization’s success. From the beginning, Fr. Goeke tapped into a growing interest in volunteerism, building a network of churches, schools, individuals and organizations eager to provide volunteer labor.

When HONK constructed its second new house, for instance, he approached a member of his parish who taught carpentry at a vocational school. “Instead of building something at their school and then tearing it down, they would come and do carpentry work for us. Their teacher was happy because we supplied the nails and lumber.” To date, volunteers have contributed more than 300,000 hours of labor.

Through the years, the organization’s impact grew by word of mouth, as potential

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homeowners would be advised to “Go see Father Goeke.”

Fr. Goeke retired from full-time management of HONK in 2004, but his passion for affordable housing solutions continues to drive the non-profit organization.

“Father Goeke created something really special here,” said David Hastings, HONK’s current Executive Director. “So many people responded to his call for help. We are fortunate to have such an amazing group of volunteers and donors 25 years later that continue to make our mission possible.”

After 25 years, what is Fr. Goeke proudest achievement at HONK? “I guess survival,” he says with a laugh. “I had no expectations of HONK getting as big as it is. The early days were hard but they were also really satisfying. You knew all the families, you knew all the volunteers. I hope it carries on.”

HONK is currently in the planning stages for the construction of “The Legacy House,” a new house intended to celebrate and honor the positive impact Fr. Goeke has had over the past quarter century.

Daryl Knauer is the owner of Daryl Knauer Marketing Communications.

DO BUSINESS WITH A MEMBER For a list of current members of the Building Industry Association of Northern Kentucky call 859.331.9500, download the BIA’s APP or visit www.BuildersNKY.com

NORTHERN KENTUCKY BUILDING PERMITS NOV ‘17

#

SINGLE FAMILY

#

MODULAR HOMES

#

MULTI FAMILY

#

CONDOS

#

COMMERCIAL

#

COMMERCIAL REMODELING

#

RESIDENTIAL REMODELING

BOONE

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$4,940,183.00

0

0

4

$2,529,800.00

0

0

3

$9,009,000.00

22

$1,958,990.00

55

$698,320.00

CAMPBELL

12

$3,006,165.00

0

0

0

0

0

0

1

$330,000.00

9

$394,380.00

20

$257,852.00

KENTON

16

$3,338,817.00

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

17

$15,300,931.00

17

$450,888.01

GRANT

4

$728,000.00

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

4

$8,417,600.00

4

$268,500.00

MASON

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

TOTAL

58

$12,013,165.00

0

$0.00

4

$2,529,800.00

0

$0.00

4

$9,339,000.00

52

$26,071,901.00

96

$1,675,560.01

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NOV ‘16

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SINGLE FAMILY

#

MODULAR HOMES

#

MULTI FAMILY

#

CONDOS

#

COMMERCIAL

#

COMMERCIAL REMODELING

#

RESIDENTIAL REMODELING

BOONE

32

$6,827,133.00

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

35

$4,171,863.00

0

$1,336,563.00

CAMPBELL

8

$1,698,631.00

0

0

1

$388,000.00

0

0

8

$600,000.00

6

$131,468.00

0

$287,168.00

KENTON

14

$3,322,485.00

2

0

0

0

0

0

0

11

$3,002,206.00

0

$892,469.00

GRANT

2

$355,000.00

2

$150,000.00

0

0

0

0

0

0

1

$7,000.00

0

0

MASON

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

TOTAL

56

$12,203,249.00

4

$260,000.00

1

$388,000.00

0

0

8

$600,000.00

53

$7,312,537.00

0

$2,516,200.00

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