President’s Message
February 2022 Vol. 59, No. 2
President’s Message
Matt Kinning, HBAL President I hope everyone’s new year is off to a good start!
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Executive Committee
On Monday, January 10 there was an ordinance change proposed to City Council. If the ordinance change is approved, builders will be able to work directly with a contractor for curb cuts. You will still need to have the curb cut inspected, but you will no longer need to contact the City to have the work done. This should simplify the process significantly. Thank you to Beau Daffer and Denny Van Horn for helping work with the Transportation and Utilities Department on the change. Serving as President of HBAL has been a fulfilling achievement. The role is not one to take lightly and requires commitment and the ability to be present when needed. I appreciate the confidence the members of the nominating committee felt for me when I was asked to serve. The HBAL staff, Michaela, Jennie, Laure and Taylor have all assisted in making the past year successful. Without their help, I know this year would not have been smooth. If you haven’t gotten involved in HBAL, I encourage you to find a way to get involved. There are so many things HBAL does for our community and the building industry. Involvement will help you build lifelong relationships and increase your network and knowledge. My year as president is coming to an end. I look forward to attending Fred’s installation ceremony on February 1. Thank you for allowing me to serve this great association.
Matt Kinning, President Ward Fred Hoppe, President Elect Lori Wellman, CKD, CGR, CAPS, 1st Vice President Perry Haralson, 2nd Vice President Ryan Trausch, Secretary Bob Bryant, Treasurer
Board of Directors Mark Aksamit Bryce Bornemeier Beau Daffer
Herb Reese, Immediate Past President
HBAL Staff
Dan Loeck Pam Magner Jereme Montgomery
Blake Pittack Tyler Reynolds Brett Sundberg
Remodelers Council Tim Zeng
Michaela Schwarten, Executive Vice President
Michaela Schwarten, Jennie Korth, Laure Husmann, Taylor Wyatt
Megan Dreyer Kelly Krueger Hayley Lane
Past Presidents Jerry Boyce Jim Christo Steve Fulton John Hoppe, Jr.
Justin Johnson Bo Jones Mike Kinning Dan Klein, Sr. Matt Kleinschmit
Rick Krueger Dan Kubr Sam Manzitto Mike May Roger Reynolds
Mike Rezac Dick Robison J. Greg Schwinn Denny Van Horn
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