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The LINCOLN BUSINESS BUILDER November 2010 Published monthly by the Home Builders Association of Lincoln Volume 47 No. 11

Membership Contest

General Membership Meeting & Election Night

Win Husker Football Tickets

Monday, November 8th

6:00 p.m. - Social • 7:00 p.m. - Dinner

It’s the end of a Thanksgiving Tradition!

Nebraska Champions Club

For every new member you sign up, your name goes in the hat for:

707 Stadium Drive • free parking in the Champions Club parking lot Cost - $20 per person (No shows will be billed) Send your RSVP by November 2 to info@hbal.org or call 423-4225.

Speaker: Chief Tom Casady Lincoln Police Department

Tom Casady has served Lincoln as Chief of Police since January 1994. Chief Casady began his law enforcement career as a Lincoln police officer in 1974. He also served the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office for seven years, completing a term as the Lancaster County Sheriff prior to his appointment as Chief of Police. He received a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from the University of Nebraska-Omaha, and a Master of Arts degree in political science from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Chief Casady is active in many organizations, and is especially involved in the issues of domestic violence, child abuse, and alcohol abuse. He is the co-chair of NU Directions, a campus-community coalition to reduce high risk drinking by college students, and serves as a national spokesperson on this issue. Chief Casady has coordinated several police technology projects.

In recent years, he has been particularly involved in crime analysis and crime mapping technology, and has been a frequent presenter at national and international conferences on these topics.

Contents

President’s Message

3

General Membership Meeting

14

Upcoming Events

4

Spike Appreciation Month

15

Dolls vs. Wheels

5

Sporting Clay Shoot

16-19

Santa Cop

5

HBAL Election

20-23

Annual Coat Drive

5

Directory Changes

24

Member News

6

Cancellations

24

HBAL Mailbox

6

Renewals

25

Financial Column

7

OSHA 10 Hour Training

27

Directory Advertising Step by Step Political Action Honor Society

8 10-11 12

2011 Home Show Exhibitors Building Permit Update

28-29 30

Two 50-Yard Line Football Tickets Two tickets to Nebraska Champions Club

on November 26, 2010 just by sponsoring a new member. The more new members you sign up, the better your chances of winning. Drawing will be held at 12:00 noon on November 18 at the HBAL office. You have one month to recruit new members and be eligible for this fantastic prize and a chance to see the Huskers play Colorado one more time! Start recruiting today!!

Tickets Compliments of Hoppe, Inc.

2011 Home & Garden Show February 10-13

Contact the HBAL office at 423-4225 to reserve your booth today!

Find the Frog!

Find this guy in the Lincoln Business Builder and be the third person to call HBAL (423-4225) with his location and your meal at the next General Membership Meeting is on us!

Congratulations to Bob Knuth, Lincoln Drywall Service & Architectural Products on finding the frog last month!

Note that once you win, you are not eligible for 12 months. If there is not a third caller, the prize will not be awarded.

President’s Message

November 2010 Vol. 47, No. 11

Home Builders Association of Lincoln

6100 S. 58th Street, Suite C, Lincoln, NE 68516 (402) 423-4225 phone • (402) 423-4251 fax www.hbal.org • info@hbal.org The Lincoln Business Builder is published 12 times per year by the Home Builders Association of Lincoln, 6100 S. 58th Street, Suite C, Lincoln, NE 68516. The Lincoln Business Builder is mailed to all members of the HBAL. The Home Builders Association does not accept responsibility for or endorse any statements or claims made by advertisers or authors of any articles.

The annual subscription rate is included with your membership dues.

Nadine Condello Jennie Korth

Publisher

Editor, Photographer, Design

Executive Committee

Mike Rezac, President Lois Hartzell, GMB, CGP, President Elect Dan Klein, Sr., 1st Vice President Perry Haralson, 2nd Vice President Dan Walker, Secretary Bob Bryant, Treasurer Mike Benker, GMB, CGR, CAPS, CGP, Immediate Past President Nadine S. Condello, Executive Vice President

Board of Directors

Tom Artz, Brad Becker, Eric Hoke, Justin Johnson, Mike Kinning, Matt Kleinschmit, Ken Koch, Mike May, Brock Peters, Chuck Pfenning, Ken Svoboda, Jeff White

President’s Message Mike Rezac, HBAL President On page 30 of this publication is the monthly table of building permits. As you can see, building in Lincoln continues on its downward trend. For the first 9 months of 2010, builders took out 286 single family permits. In 2002, pre-impact fees, during the same time-period – January-September – 931 permits were issued.

Although impact fees can’t be to blame for the entire downturn, it certainly was a contributing factor.

The next negative impact on housing could very well be mandatory residential sprinklers. Residential fire sprinkler technology has been around for several decades, yet there has never been a strong market demand for these devices.

Almost thirty years ago the idea of installing a system in the home was first developed and since then manufacturers have done their best to educate consumers and create “Residential fire new markets. Even with all this educational sprinklers are a material on how systems work, when given significant expense that the choice home buyers do not elect to have a should not be forced residential fire sprinkler installed in their home.

In several parts of this country, local jurisdictions upon homebuyers.” have taken away the homeowners’ rights to choose and have enacted ordinances that make it mandatory to install residential sprinklers. Residential fire sprinklers are a significant expense that should not be forced upon homebuyers.

I’d like to thank the sponsors and participants in the third annual Sporting Clay Shoot held at Oak Creek Sporting Club. We had a great time, the weather was perfect and it’s a great way to promote our Home Builders Care Foundation.

Remodelers Council

Lori Pippitt, CKD, CGR, CAPS

National Directors

Mike Benker, GMB, CGR, CAPS, CGP Steve Fulton Mike Goings, CGP Allen Barber, Alternate Lois Hartzell, GMB, CGP, Alternate Mike Rezac, Alternate

National Life Directors

Jim Christo, CGR, CGB, CGP, Joe Hampton, Duane Helmink, John Hoppe, Jr., Ward Fred Hoppe, Joe McKee, Robert Peterson, J. Greg Schwinn, Bob Stephens, Jerry Witthuhn

Past Presidents

Jerry Boyce, Rick Krueger, Dan Kubr, Donn Mann, Sam Manzitto, Roger Reynolds, CGR, CAPS, Greg Shinaut, CGP, Ken Westerhold

HBAL Staff

Kayla Harrison, Jennie Korth & Laure Husmann

Facts About Fire Sprinklers Maintaining a residential fire sprinkler system is not the same as maintaining a smoke alarm system. Homeowners can check on the operation of smoke alarms without costly professional intervention.

The fire sprinkler valves must be checked periodically to verify the system is activated. Sprinkler heads must be checked to make sure they are clear of obstacles. Homeowners must be careful not to block them or paint over them.

Also, if a backflow preventer is installed, an expensive annual inspection is usually mandated by the local water purveyor.

A sprinkler industry advocacy group, the Home Fire Sprinkler Coalition, recommends that home sprinkler systems be installed according to the latest recommendations from the

National Fire Protection Association, or NFPA 13D, “Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes.”

This same document advises that the sprinkler pipes in the antifreeze-type systems installed in colder climates be emptied and then refilled with an antifreeze solution every winter, and that monthly inspections and tests of all the water flow devices, pumps, air pressure and water level be performed.

When the home relies on a well rather than a municipal water source, the costs of maintaining the necessary pumps and holding tanks must be factored in as well.

Information acquired from the National Association of Home Builders.

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Upcoming Events

Calendar of Events Nov. 3

Nov. 3-5

Remodelers Council Meeting 11:30 a.m. • Cost: $7.00 per person Lunch at Destinations Coffee House (1219 N. 14th • 14th & New Hampshire) Certified New Home Sales 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Cost: $325 for NAHB Members SCC Continuing Education Center

Nov. 6

Santa Cop 8:00 a.m. - until completion Lincoln Northeast High School Shop 2635 N. 63rd Street (west side of school)

Nov. 8

General Membership Meeting 6:00 p.m. Social • 7:00 p.m. Dinner Nebraska Champions Club

Nov. 11

Board of Directors 10:30 a.m.

HBAL Office

Nov. 24-26

HBAL Office Closes at Noon on Nov. 24 for the Thanksgiving Holiday

The date for the HBAL Holiday Party has changed!!

Join us for a

Murder Mystery Thursday, December 2, 2010 Social First Act Dinner

6:30-7:00 p.m.

7:00 p.m.

7:30 p.m.

Hillcrest Country Club 9401 East “O” Street Cost: $35 per person RSVP by November 24 One of the secrets in life is to make stepping stones out of stumbling blocks.

– Jack Penn 4  Lincoln Business Builder

2011 Nebraska Builders Home & Garden Show Exhibitor contracts for the Home Show were mailed out to HBAL members the week of July 12. Be sure to submit your contract for booth space early as space will fill up fast! See pages 28-29 for a current list of exhibitors.

Exhibitor contracts can also be found online at

www.HBAL.org/public/hgs

2011 International Builders Show January 12-15

This is your opportunity to attend the fantastic International Builders Show (IBS) at the Orlando Convention Center.

Nebraska’s official hotel is Staybridge Suites Orlando on International Drive.

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Dolls vs. Wheels | Santa Cop | Annual Coat Drive

HBAL’s Toys for Santa Cop Project

vs.

Saturday, November 6, 2010 8 a.m. ~ Until Completion

Once again, we are sponsoring our very successful Dolls of HBAL vs. Toys with Wheels. In 2009, we collected 109 dolls, 96 toys with wheels and 28 other gifts for girls and boys at Christmas.

Lincoln Northeast High School Shop 2635 N. 63rd Street

This year, we are repeating the “Dolls of HBAL vs. Toys with Wheels” project in hopes of bringing joy to even more children. So, guys and gals, it’s time to shop ‘til you drop.

Let’s see if we can fill the HBAL office with shiny new toys.

(west side of school)

Will we have more dolls or toys with wheels? Only Santa’s elves know the answer.

Thanks for all you do to make this annual project a great success!

Note: When shopping for dolls, keep in mind ethnic dolls are a big hit with a lot of little girls

Donations to help pay for the materials may be sent to:

HBAL

The Dolls of HBAL vs.

Toys with Wheels Project

6100 S. 58th Street, Suite C Lincoln, NE 68516

_____ Yes, I’ll buy a doll and deliver it to you prior to December 15.

RSVP to 423-4225 or fax 423-4251 ____

I cannot attend, but here is my donation of $_____ to the Santa Cop Project.

____

Yes, I will be there.

My guests:

_____ I would like to help deliver them.

_____ No, I can’t help at this time.

Name:

____

No, I can’t attend.

Company:

Name:

Company:

_____ Yes, I’ll buy a toy with wheels and deliver it to you prior to December 15. _____ Yes, I’ll ask others to participate in The Dolls of HBAL vs. Toys with Wheels Project.

Fax this form to 423-4251 or mail to HBAL, 6100 S. 58th Street, Ste. C, Lincoln, NE 68516

You don’t have to be a carpenter to help. We have lots of jobs for inexperienced but willing workers!

HBAL’s Annual Coat Drive It’s time again for HBAL’s Annual Coat Drive. Bring your coats, mittens, hats or other warm clothing or blankets to the HBAL office or the November General Membership Meeting. HBAL will take all donations to the People’s City Mission in November. Our members have been so generous the last few years, we hope to once again provide warm clothing for many of Lincoln’s needy citizens.

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Member News | HBAL Mailbox

MEMBER NEWS Thinking of You...

Our sympathy goes to the family of LeRoy Irons who passed away on September 19 after a courageous battle with cancer.

LeRoy owned LeRoy Irons Trucking and was an active member of HBAL. Our sympathy goes to Steve and Mary Beth Fulton, Fulton Construction, Inc., on the death of Steve’s father, Donald Fulton, who passed away on October 16.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Gary Huenink, Huenink Construction, Inc. as he recovers from recent surgery.

Our sympathy goes to Roger and Sharla Reynolds, Reynolds Design & Remodeling, on the death of Roger’s father, Floyd Reynolds, who passed away October 21.

HBAL Mailbox

Dear Nadine & HBAL Association,

Thank you so much for the recognition I received at the General Membership Meeting, for the picture (where did you find that gray haired old man??) and the full page spread in the Lincoln Business Builder.

I certainly don’t feel I deserved everything, but did enjoy it all. You are all a very special part of my life and my career at Nebraska Furniture Mart.

I plan to see you all frequently, but will miss our more frequent contacts.

Thanks again for the people you are.

Love, Lanny Ash

Thanks to...

We had 49 entries and a great turn-out for the Fall Parade of Homes. Thank you to the Parade Committee for your hard work.

Bob Ruskamp, Chairman Allen Barber Lea Barker Nadine Condello

Perry Haralson Bruce Kumpula Kim Kumpula Russ Neil Greg Shinaut

Maher Receives CGB Designation

Jerr y Maher, Mahris Custom Homes, recently earned his CGB (Certified Graduate Builder) Designation from the National Association of Home Builders. The Certified Graduate Builder is an exclusive professional designation designed to emphasize business and project management skills as the keys to a professional building operation. Find out more information about the CGB designation at www.nahb.org/cgbinfo.

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Financial Column

Financial Planning--Helping You See the Big Picture

By John Oestreich, Waddell & Reed

Do you picture yourself owning a new home, starting a business, or retiring comfortably?

These are a few of the financial goals that may be important to you, and each comes with a price tag attached.

That’s where financial planning comes in. Financial planning is a process that can help you reach your goals by evaluating your whole financial picture, then outlining strategies that are tailored to your individual needs and available resources.

Why is financial planning important?

A comprehensive financial plan serves as a framework for organizing the pieces of your financial picture. With a financial plan in place, you’ll be better able to focus on your goals and understand what it will take to reach them.

One of the main benefits of having a financial plan is that it can help you balance competing financial priorities. A financial plan will clearly show you how your financial goals are related--for example, how saving for your children’s college education might impact your ability to save for retirement. Then you can use the information you’ve gleaned to decide how to prioritize your goals, implement specific strategies, and choose suitable products or services. Best of all, you’ll have the peace of mind that comes from knowing that your financial life is on track.

The financial planning process

Creating and implementing a comprehensive financial plan generally involves working with financial professionals to: • Develop a clear picture of your current financial situation by reviewing your income, assets, and liabilities, and evaluating your insurance coverage, your investment portfolio, your tax exposure, and your estate plan • Establish and prioritize financial goals and time frames for achieving these goals • Implement strategies that address your current financial weaknesses and build on your financial strengths • Choose specific products and services that are tailored to meet your financial objectives • Monitor your plan, making adjustments as your goals, time frames, or circumstances change

A financial professional can give you objective information and help you weigh your alternatives, saving you time and ensuring that all angles of your financial picture are covered.

Staying on track

The financial planning process doesn’t end once your initial plan has been created. Your plan should generally be reviewed at least once a year to make sure that it’s up-to-date. It’s also possible that you’ll need to modify your plan due to changes in your personal circumstances or the economy. Here are some of the events that might trigger a review of your financial plan: • Your goals or time horizons change • You experience a life-changing event such as marriage, the birth of a child, health problems, or a job loss • You have a specific or immediate financial planning need (e.g., drafting a will, managing a distribution from a retirement account, paying long-term care expenses) • Your income or expenses substantially increase or decrease • Your portfolio hasn’t performed as expected • You’re affected by changes to the economy or tax laws This article is written by Forefield, Inc. but is provided by John W. Oestreich. It is meant to be used for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. Please consult with your tax, legal and financial advisor prior to making financial decisions. ©2010 Forefield, Inc. All rights reserved. Waddell & Reed and Forefield are not affiliated companies.

John W. Oestreich is a Managing Principal with Waddell & Reed in Lincoln, NE, and can be reached at 402-484-7526. Waddell & Reed, Inc. Member FINRA and SIPC.

Some members of the team

The financial planning process can involve a number of professionals.

Financial planners typically play a central role in the process, focusing on your overall financial plan, and often coordinating the activities of other professionals who have expertise in specific areas.

Accountants or tax attorneys provide advice on federal and state tax issues.

Estate planning attorneys help you plan your estate and give advice on transferring and managing your assets before and after your death.

Insurance professionals evaluate insurance needs and recommend appropriate products and strategies.

Investment advisors provide advice about investment options and asset allocation, and can help you plan a strategy to manage your investment portfolio.

The most important member of the team, however, is you. Your needs and objectives drive the team, and once you’ve carefully considered any recommendations, all decisions lie in your hands.

Why can’t I do it myself?

You can, if you have enough time and knowledge, but developing a comprehensive financial plan may require expertise in several areas.

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Step by Step

On Thanksgiving Day, all over America, families sit down to dinner at the same moment - halftime.

- Author Unknown

Published by the Remodelers Council of Lincoln • November 2010

Chairperson’s Message

by Lori Pippitt

The shift into the Holiday season has started. Christmas décor is filling the aisles at many discount stores, Christmas want lists are being started and airline tickets are being purchased to insure safe and timely travels to be with family.

I love this time of the year, but it makes me a little sad to think about how many people have been hit by the economic downturn and may not be looking forward to the months ahead. We have all had to cut back on our purchases and maybe even on our donations. But, I challenge each of you to “give back!”

Giving doesn’t have to just be opening up your pocket book. If you can’t afford to give a monetary donation, then think about giving a little of your time/talent to a community project. The HBAL Santa Cops project is November 6th at Northeast High School. This is a great activity that can be enjoyed by all. Don’t forget the Dolls vs. Trucks toy drive and the shelters are always in need of toiletry items and warm winter coats and clothes.

I hope you will take time to join us for our November Remodelers meeting at Destinations Coffee House, located in the North Bottoms. Join us to see how this building has evolved over the years from a mule barn, a mechanics garage and a storage building into the comfortable coffee house it is today! Also, make sure you mark your calendars for this year’s Remodeler’s “South of the Border” Holiday Party at Las Margaritas at 27th & Jamie Lane on December 1.

November Meeting Lunch at Destinations Coffee House (1219 N. 14th Street) Wednesday, November 3, 2010 • 11:30 a.m.

Come enjoy the ambiance of this coffee house and hear the story of how it was remodeled from its former uses as a mule barn, mechanics garage, and storage building into the comfortable and welcoming coffee house it is today. This is a hidden jewel located in the North Bottoms neighborhood on the corner of North 14th and New Hampshire. Lots of parking spaces available.

Please send your RSVP to info@hbal.org or call 423-4225 by November 1.

Cost: $7 per person

Save the Date!

Remodelers Council

South of the Border Christmas Party

Wednesday, December 1, 2010 11:30 a.m.

Las Margaritas

27th & Jamie Lane

(South of Pine Lake Road) 10  Lincoln Business Builder

Step by Step

Congratulations again to the Remodelers Council of Lincoln for receiving the 2010 Better Business Bureau Integrity Award.

Front: Kayla Harrison (HBAL), Mike Rezac (Rezac Construction, Inc.), Lori Pippitt (Lincoln Cabinet) and Nadine Condello (HBAL).

Center: Molly Johnson (Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Gallery) and Jenny Samek (Briggs, Inc. of Lincoln).

Back: Mike Benker (Excite Builders, Inc.) and Jennie Korth (HBAL).

Remodelers Council Officers

Following is the Remodelers Council ballot for 2011. If you would like to nominate anyone else to the ballot, please contact Nadine at 423-4225 or info@hbal.org. We will vote on officers at the December 1 meeting.

Remodelers Council 2011 Ballot Chair

□ □

Jenny Samek

Builder and Banker?

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Briggs, Inc. of Lincoln

• Latest construction market statistics to help you succeed

Other _____________

• Local decisions on residential and commercial construction loans

Vice Chair

□

Molly Johnson

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Other _____________

Ferguson, Bath, Kitchen and Lighting

• Pre-sold, spec, lot, and development products Perry Haralson, Vice President 434-9337 • 11th & Cornhusker

• Mini-permanent and extended lock programs to help manage interest rate risk

Let’s talk about how you can build a more profitable business.

Secretary

□ □

Erin Magnussen

Reese Construction, Inc.

Other _____________

Mike Barrett, Vice President 434-2258 • 56th & South St.

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Political Action Honor Society

Political Action Honor Society Purpose: This honor society is for the entire membership of HBAL. No recognition is given in the point chart for past achievement since the basic concept is one of an ongoing political involvement each year. It is the intention of PAHS to reward those members who are actively participating in political functions. It is designed to promote participation and achievement among a large segment of our membership. This program is designed to raise political awareness and bring credit to the home building industry.

Qualification: To maintain membership in HBAL’s PAHS, members must re-qualify each year by obtaining 100 points. The qualification period for membership and recognition is January 1-December 31 each year. This is a yearly qualification for all levels of political involvement (city/ county/state). The program is based on the honor system, with each member completing an annual application which outlines his/her total point accumulation each year. This application must be submitted to the HBAL office for review no later than December 15 each year.

Name: __________________________________________________ Company: ____________________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________ Phone:_______________________________________________________

MEMBERSHIP ACTIVITY

POLITICAL ACTIVITY

HBAL President................................................................(40 points) ____

Any public office holder..................................................(100 points) ____

Officer/Director/GAC chairperson . ..................................(20 points) ____

Candidate for public office............................................... (60 points) ____

Government Affairs Committee member ........................ (10 points) ____

Committee member for a political candidate ...................(30 points) ____

Presentation on behalf of HBAL to any governing body . ..(5 points) ____

Holding position on governing or regulatory body ...........(30 points) ____

Individual HBAL census data kept up to date.....................(2 points) ____ or company employees= census kept up to date ............(10 points) ____

Hosting a candidate’s fundraiser .....................................(20 points) ____

2 points each (10 maximum) for membership in other community groups ......................................................(total) ____

10 points for each $250 donated to HOMEPAC or political candidates . ............................................................(total) ____ 10 points for each $250 fundraising acquired from others ......(total) ____

2 points each to speak before community groups on behalf of HBAL ........................................................................(total) ____

Voting for HBAL’s entire slate of candidates/issues ........(10 points) ____

2 points for each NSHBA/NAHB meeting attended . ............. (total) ____

5 points for each hour of candidate phone bank calling or walking a candidate’s district ...................................................(total) ____

2 points for each NSHBA/NAHB active committee membership . ...........................................................................(total) ____

2 points for each hour of placing candidate’s yard signs . .......(total) ____

2 points each for HBAL logo on business card, yard signs, billboards or other advertising . .............................(total) ____

1 point for each HBAL, NSHBA, NAHB call to action response . ................................................................................(total) ____

1 point for each general membership meeting attended..........(total) ____

Misc. – call HBAL for ruling/points............................................(total) ____

10 points for each new member signed up .............................(total) ____

Subtotal of Political Activity points earned:........................(subtotal)_____

Maximum of 50 points from this column . ........................(subtotal) _____

TOTAL POINTS NEEDED: 100 -- TOTAL POINTS EARNED: ______ I hereby acknowledge that the above information is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.

Signature of Applicant: ______________________________________________ Date: ______________________

____Approved by Govt. Affairs Committee ____Denied by Govt. Affairs Committee

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Special discount for HBAL Members!

10% discount on a service or repair First-time customers only.

“We Specialize in Fleet Service and Repair.”

Open: Monday-Friday 6:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Phone: 464-3211 5940 Colfax Avenue

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General Membership Meeting

October General Membership Meeting Left: Jo Lewis, HomeServices Lending, LLC, gives the invocation.

Below: Adam Flanagan, West Gate Bank, and Chuck Pfenning, Nebraska Title Co.

Above: Speaker Stephen Joel, Superintendent of LPS is pictured with 2010 President Mike Rezac, Rezac Construction, Inc.

Above: Mike Rezac, Rezac Construction, Inc., awards Eric Hoke, Eric’s Electric, Inc., his 75 Spike Pin. 14 ď ´ Lincoln Business Builder

Spike Appreciation Month

November is Spike Appreciation Month Since 1953 NAHB has sponsored the Spike Club program to support members and their associations as they both recruit new members and retain existing members. At the core, a Spike is a member who understands that HBA membership is invaluable to their business and wants others in the industry to enjoy the same success while contributing to the strength of the local, state, and national industry. A Spike understands the value of the interconnectedness that membership offers to his or her business. And our federation understands the value that Spikes bring to the table, as well!

The Spike Credit schedule below explains how Spikes are recognized and rewarded for their recruiting efforts.

Spike Credits

Spike credits are earned when a member recruits or retains a member. All credits are allocated through systematic reporting done by the local HBA to NAHB on a monthly basis using the member’s PIN to track all Spike Club activity.

Builder and Associate Recruits • One credit is earned for recruiting a new Builder or Associate member.

• One credit is earned for securing the renewal of a first year member.

• ½ credit is earned for securing the renewal of a 2nd year member and each year thereafter.

Affiliate Recruits • ½ credit is earned for recruiting a new Affiliate member.

• ½ credit is earned for securing the renewal of an Affiliate member.

Renewal credits are automatically assigned to the original sponsor by NAHB unless notified of a different sponsor by the local HBA.

Top Ten as of September 30, 2010

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Jim Crawford Jim Christo Joe McKee Sam Manzitto Bob Gabriel John Hoppe, Jr. Steve Fulton Roger Reynolds Bob Stephens Tom Trainor

621.75 496.00 478.75 393.00 370.50 307.00 290.50 260.00 227.50 225.50

That some achieve great success, is proof to all that others can achieve it as well.

- Abraham Lincoln

Becoming a Spike

A member is classified as a Spike Club Candidate prior to becoming a Spike, during the time when they have between 1 and 5 credits. A Spike Candidate must graduate into a Spike within a 2-year time period. In other words, a member must earn 6 Spike credits within 2 years in order to become a Spike.

If these 6 credits are not earned within 2 years, the credits are lost. Once a member is a Spike, they must earn one credit per year (whether recruitment, retention or combination thereof) until they reach a total of 25 credits. A Spike with 25 credits is considered a Life Spike and need not continue to earn credits to keep their status.

The Spike Party – The Ultimate Reward

Spikes who are active recruiters are rewarded at the International Builders’ Show each year with an unparalleled event called The Spike Party. The Spike Party has become known for amazing venues, top-notch entertainment, and a great time on a grand scale!

However, the only way to enter the Spike Party is to earn it! Spikes become eligible for this event by having at least 6 credits AND one recruitment credit (either 1 full credit or two ½ credits for Affiliate recruitment) between January 1 and October 31.

Tickets for this one-of-a-kind event are never for sale and are only ever available to eligible Spikes. Exceptions are never granted. Ever.

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Sporting Clay Shoot

Lincoln Home Builders Care Foundation

Sporting Clay Shoot

First Flight Winners (Shot 417): Kevin McGinn, Fred Matulka, Dave Gyhra, Ryan Stutzman, Dennis Holiday

Second Flight Winners (Shot 271): Dustin Merry, Lonnie Houchin, Paul Buser, Shad Hemminger, Ron Kuska

Third Flight Winners (Shot 245): Eric McMann, Steve Hermann, Rick Willet, Dennis Bauer

Second Flight, Second Place (Shot 241): Mike Kinney, Tom Hafner, Tom Cockle, Terry Kreifels, Doug Kreifels

Second Flight, Third Place (Shot 241): Jeremy Hinze, Terry Neemann, Brian Cunningham, Kaleb Gade, Alex Spangler

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Sporting Clay Shoot

First Flight, Second Place (Shot 395): Dick Mavis, Todd Walter, Mike Rezac, Jim Kuper, Travis Stark (also pictured Haley Rezac)

Second Flight, Third Place (Shot 268): Mark Aksamit, Kyle McGrew, Dan Stahr, Steve Davis, Aaron Terry

First Flight, Third Place (Shot 350): Blake Hellbusch, Gary Brockhoff, Brandon Mills, Jeff Mills, Kenny Yates Second Flight, Second Place (Shot 269): Scott Harris, Mark Bartolome, Brad Dewey, Brian Senkbeil, Jared Kimbrough

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Sporting Clay Shoot

Our Thanks To...

BBQ Sponsors Lincoln Lumber Co. Building Products Inc. Central Lumber Sales Guardian Building Products Hawkeye Distribution, Inc. Roberts & Dybdahl Inc. Wausau Supply Company

Station Sponsors American Building Supply Building Products Inc. Central Lumber Sales Earl Carter Lumber Co. Eric’s Electric, Inc. Guardian Building Products Hawkeye Distribution, Inc. The Hoppe Law Firm Lincoln Lumber Co. Lincoln Winair Company Lincoln Winlectric Lincoln Winnelson Co. Murphy Tractor & Equipment Co. Rels Title Roberts & Dybdahl Inc. Wausau Supply Company Window Option Specialists

Water Sponsor Aqua Systems

Giveaways John Henry’s 18  Lincoln Business Builder

Terry Kriz and everyone at Oak Creek Sporting Club

Prize Sponsors Christensen Lumber Co. Earl Carter Lumber Co. Eric’s Electric, Inc. DuctMedic Air Duct Cleaning Guns Unlimited Lincoln Winlectric Lowe’s Murphy Tractor & Equipment Co. Nebraska Building Products Scheel’s

Sporting Clay Shoot Committee Mike Benker Kirk Bender Nadine Condello Eric Hoke

Jennie Korth Dick Mavis Gary Reese Mike Rezac

Sporting Clay Shoot

Deck of Cards Raffle

Individual Winners Todd Walter • Shot 97 Chainsaw Dick Mavis • Shot 95 Shop-vac Fred Matulka • Shot 94 Fire-pit

Bob Irwin 20 Gauge Shotgun

King of Hearts Mike Rezac $112.50 Cash

Wobble Trap Mike Benker $50 Gift Card to Bass Pro Shops

5-Stand Shoot Matt Vollmer $50 Gift Card to Bass Pro Shops

HBAL would like to thank these companies for sponsoring the BBQ at the 3rd Annual Sporting Clay Shoot!

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LUMBER DIVISION 932 N. 23rd St. 474-4488

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HBAL Election

HBAL 2011 Election Ballot No. 1 First Vice President

Mike Rezac, Rezac Construction, Inc.

Second Vice President

Perry Haralson, Cornhusker Bank

Secretary

Dan Walker, Mutual of Omaha Bank

Treasurer

Bob Bryant, Bryant, Katt & Associates, P.C. All of the above positions are for one-year terms.

Nothing in the bylaws prevents anyone from standing for re-election.

Ballot No. 2 Builder Directors (Vote for Three)

Mike Kinning, Kinning-Sydow Builders, Inc. Brad Becker, Becker Construction, Inc. Matt Kleinschmit, Pride Homes Ken Inness, Skyline Homes, Inc. Roger Bumgarner, Ironwood Builders Bob Benes, Aspen Builders, Inc.

Associate Directors (Vote for Three)

Gary Reese, Lincoln Winlectric Eric Hoke, Eric’s Electric, Inc. Jeff White, Aqua Systems Rick Onnen, E & A Consulting Group, Inc. Jo Lewis, HomeServices Lending, LLC

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First Vice President Mike Rezac Rezac Construction, Inc.

Mike has been a custom home builder in the Lincoln market for over 34 years.

He has been building high performance homes for 15 of those years. Mike sat on the task force with Nebraska State Energy office and the Nebraska State Home Builders Association to help determine the green building standards for the state. He completed one of the first state-certified green built homes in 2003.

Mike is a past president of the Nebraska Green Builders Council serving from 2003-2010. He is a co-developer of The Bridges subdivision, Nebraska’s first totally geothermal neighborhood and recently completed one of Nebraska’s first Net Zero Energy Homes. He is currently partnering with UNL on their energy efficiency research grant. Mike is the current President of Home Builders Association of Lincoln.

Second Vice President Perry Haralson Cornhusker Bank

Perry is a commercial and residential construction loan officer with Cornhusker Bank. The bank has been an HBAL member for 20 years and Perry has been an active member for six years.

Perry is involved with several non-profit, civic and political organizations such as Junior Achievement, Leadership Lincoln, Lincoln Chamber of Commerce, Nebraska Bankers Association, and Vision 2015. His involvement in HBAL consists of Parade of Homes committee, member of the board of directors, volunteer for Santa Cop, HOMEPAC, Chair of Impact Fee Committee, membership drive team leader and various other activities. He has also been instrumental in presenting local and regional data on the residential construction market to the membership. Perry is married to Jennifer and has two sons, Coben - 7 and Caiden - 4. He earned his undergraduate degree in finance from the University of Nebraska, a masters in business administration from National University, and a graduate degree in banking from the University of Colorado. Perry believes strongly in the growth and benefits of a healthy housing and construction industry. He is active in presenting the current state of housing in Lincoln to political leaders and working towards changes in current regulations and fees. Perry enjoys reading, golf, soccer and spending time with his family.

HBAL Election

Secretary

Dan Walker Mutual of Omaha Bank Dan has been in the banking business and an active member of HBAL since 1986. Dan started working in the banking industry over 25 years ago and has worked at Mutual of Omaha Bank since March 2010. Dan was on the board of Habitat for Humanity and Rebuilding Together. He remains active with Habitat through HBAL’s Blitz Build by serving on the HBAL committee. He is also responsible for lining up painters for the HBAL Habitat houses. Dan is past president of Rebuilding Together with Christmas in April, which assists in the repair of low income elderly owner-occupied homes in Lincoln. He has also been a team leader for the Lincoln Paint-a-Thon since 1990. He has served on the HBAL Board since 1995 and has been secretary and on the Executive Committee since 1999. He is also the chairman of the Community Service Committee. Dan is on the Special Events Committee. As a member of the Toys for Santa Cops Committee, he is primarily responsible for fundraising. Dan was named 1996 HBAL “Associate of the Year.”

Treasurer

Bob Bryant Bryant, Katt & Associates, P.C. Bob has been involved in the accounting business for 40 years. Bryant, Katt & Associates has been a member since 1986. Bob owned Bryant Bookkeeping for 18 years and then merged into Larsen, Bryant & Associates, P.C. in 1988. They have a current staff of 15 accountants. They specialize in local business accounting service and income tax preparation.

Bob has been a member of HBAL for 30 years and has served as Treasurer of HBAL for seven years. Bob and his wife, Phillis, have been married for 42 years. They have four children, all active in Lincoln. Rob is an Allstate agent and investment broker; Jason is an owner and CPA at Bryant, Katt & Associates; Mike is employed with Pegler Sysco; and Shannon is an accountant at Union Title. They have fifteen grandchildren, and Bob is an avid golfer when not working or spending time with his grandchildren at soccer, flag football, volleyball, freshman football, basketball, swimming, birthday parties & did I mention Christmas. What a Blessing!!

Builder Directors

Brad Becker Becker Construction, Inc. Brad started remodeling and roofing in 1985 and has gradually expanded into home building and commercial projects. Since joining HBAL in 2003, he has helped with several Habitat Homes.

Brad and his wife, Kelley, have six children and eight grandchildren. They enjoy watching their youngest daughter, Olivia, play volleyball, as well as attending their grandchildren’s school and sporting events. Brad also loves to fish.

Bob Benes Aspen Builders, Inc. Robert Benes was born and raised in Lincoln, Nebraska and has lived his entire life in the area. He is a graduate of Pius X High School and attended the University of Nebraska. After years in the real estate business Bob started Aspen Builders, Inc in August of 1992. He has served as President of Aspen Builders, Inc for 18 years guiding the company through development projects and single family home construction. During his time with Aspen Builders, Inc he has been an advocate for affordable housing in the Lincoln and surrounding areas. In addition to his development and home building company, Bob is also a partner in Waverly Development Company which is responsible for commercial and residential developments in the Waverly area.

Bob and his wife Michelle have two daughters, Kelsey and Kristen. Bob and his family are members of St. Peter’s Catholic Church where he has served on the board and taught CCD.

Roger Bumgarner Ironwood Builders Roger Bumgarner, along with his business partner Joe Steinbach, has been building homes in the Lincoln area since 2006. Since starting Ironwood Builders, Roger has been primarily focused on customer service and making sure their homeowners are always enjoying the building process. Over the years, he has found that a completely satisfied homeowner is the most rewarding part of the job.

Roger has lived in Lincoln his whole life, attending the University of Nebraska where he graduated with economics and finance degrees. He has been married since 2007 to his wife Steph, who currently works at a law firm. Together, they have a boy named Will, who was born in 2009. In his free time, he enjoys playing with his son and spending time with family and friends.

Ken Inness Skyline Homes, Inc. Ken has been in the residential construction industry since leaving high school over forty years ago, from framing, finish work, remodel, to predominantly general contracting.

He has been a member of HBAL since 2002.

Ken has been actively involved with the homes that Lincoln High and Northeast High have built over the last twenty years. He really enjoys the times when he sees a former student now working in the trades. Ken is currently working on his fourth YouthBuild house as on-site instructor. It is a program that works with at-risk youth, who over ten months build a house from the framing to finish work, siding, insulation to painting. During the build, the students get 21  Lincoln Business Builder

HBAL Election their GEDs and many of the skills it takes to make it in the world. Ken was appointed by Mayor Beutler to the Greater Lincoln Area Workforce Investment Board and will be on the Board until 2012. He is also on the Nebraska Green Build Council and is an Energy Star Partner.

Ken thinks it is very important that our industry keeps up with the latest technologies and laws that affect us. The industry is ever changing and if we don’t, we will be left behind.

Ken has been married to LuAnn for 33 years and has three grown children, Mikahla, Korina, and Kendra. They also have two granddaughters, Mina and Alexaundria and really enjoy spending time with them.

Mike Kinning Kinning-Sydow Builders, Inc. Mike has been in the building industry for 31 years and has been a member of HBAL since 1986. Kinning-Sydow Builders, Inc. was started in 1986 after Mike and his family moved to Lincoln from South Sioux City, NE. They are a team that specializes in designing and building custom homes. In the 24 years of business, they’ve built over 275 homes in the Lincoln area.

Mike has been involved in HBAL’s Habitat for Humanity, Santa Cop and Lincoln Lighthouse projects. He is currently on the Board of Directors for the NSHBA Green Build Council.

Mike’s family consists of his wife, Mary, and 24-year-old son, Matt. He enjoys golfing, Nebraska football and Lincoln Stars hockey. He and his family live on an acreage and mowing and yard projects keep him busy.

Matt Kleinschmit Pride Homes Pride Homes has been building and remodeling homes for the past 27 years.

Under Matt’s direction, they have evolved to build custom homes at all price levels in and around surrounding areas of Lincoln.

While Pride Homes is found in most of the Lincoln Developments, they are the exclusive builder at Windhoek Estates, and at the new patio home addition on the Firethorn Golf Course.

During the last 14 years, Matt has also participated in several community projects such as: Santa Cop (building toys for underprivileged children) and The Lighthouse which serves underprivileged adolescents. In 2008, Matt was awarded the ‘Lincoln Lancaster County Environmental Leadership Award’ whose mission is to ‘preserve, protect and enhance our natural environment.’ As an executive member and cofounder of the Nebraska Green Build council, he constructed one of the first ‘Nebraska Green Build Prototype Homes’ to educate Lincoln and statewide home builders on the importance and techniques of building Green.

Matt thanks God for his wife, Tracy and their eight beautiful children who remind him every day how blessed he is. For these reasons, he continues to strive to protect the interest and future of his clients while building their most important investment, A Home.

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Associate Directors

Eric Hoke Eric’s Electric, Inc.

Eric worked for Russ Bohaty Electric out of high school for 11 years. Since starting Eric’s Electric in 2000, the company has grown to 14 employees.

They have also been able to start a trenching business.

An HBAL member since 2000, Eric has served as Chairman of Remodelers Council, served on the Political Action Honor Society and worked on most of the Habitat for Humanity houses through Home Builders. He also started the Remodelers Council Blood Drive and served on the Board of Directors. Eric received the 2009 Associate of the Year Award from HBAL and has recently earned his 75-Spike Pin. Eric is married to his lovely wife, Kim. They have two sons, Zach (age 11) and Mason (age 7). Eric likes to fish and golf.

He has a great love for his business and the people who work for him. He is proud to provide a great service to many people in the organization.

Jo Lewis HomeServices Lending, LLC Jo is an originating Sale Manager for HomeServices Lending, a Berkshire Hathaway/Wells Fargo Bank Joint Venture with Woods Bros. Realty and Home Real Estate Company in Lincoln.

HSL assists buyers in achieving home ownership through Conventional, FHA, VA and USDA RD first mortgage products.

A former board member and board secretary for HBAL, Jo is an avid supporter of HBAL and has participated in several of their community outreach endeavors including Santa Cops, Habitat for Humanity, Lighthouse Project, Brad Bell, the annual Food/ Coat and membership drives. Jo has achieved HBAL Life Spike Club status and is a former recipient of the Associate of the Year Award, but is most honored with receiving the Dan Peterson Affordable Housing Award in 2001.

Jo is married to Tom (the wind beneath her wings), has two children and two grandchildren, Brooke (6) and Ryder (18 months). For relaxation Jo enjoys remodeling homes and watching old Cary Grant/Katharine Hepburn movies.

Rick Onnen E & A Consulting Group, Inc. Rick is a civil engineer licensed in Nebraska and South Dakota. He joined E&A Consulting Group last year to manage civil site design and land development projects for the Lincoln office. He has been involved with the Lincoln building community for 13 years providing planning, design, and project management for subdivisions such as Vintage Heights, North Creek, Stone Bridge Creek, and Wilderness

HBAL Election Hills. He finds it rewarding to be involved with projects that will help to shape the future of our community.

Rick joined HBAL last year and serves on the Impact Fee Committee. He is an active member of Faith Lutheran Church and School and currently serves as congregational president.

West Gate Bank is Lincoln’s Bank

for Mortgage and

Rick has earned undergraduate degrees from the University of Nebraska in construction management in 1988 and civil engineering in 1997. He and his wife, Christina, have been married for 16 years and have two daughters, Rebecca (13) and Courtney (10). He enjoys playing volleyball, golf, and spending time with his family.

Construction Loans

Gary Reese Lincoln Winlectric Gary has worked for Lincoln Winlectric since it opened in 1985 and became president in 1987. Since he joined HBAL in 2005, he has been involved in community service activities such as the Extreme Home Makeover, Charlie’s House and Habitat for Humanity.

Jeff graduated from Crete High School and earned his bachelors degree in Business Administration from Doane College of Lincoln. His wife, Kris, is a Guidance Counselor and teacher for Raymond Central Public Schools. They have three boys, Ian (11), Isaac (8), Eli (6) and one girl, Ellie (3).

Jeff thanks his wife, Kris, for doing a great job with raising their family and enabling him to run his own business and spend time giving back to the community.

Jeff enjoys fishing, hunting and spending time outdoors. He also enjoy playing sports with his kids and watching them participate in athletic events.

Jeff would like to thank the HBAL builder members and associates who have supported Aqua Systems. In addition, he would like to say a special thank you to his TEAM at Aqua Systems who make their success possible.

Adam Flanagan

Vice President Mortgage Lender 434-3473

Construction Lender 323-8968

www.westgatebank.com | 434-3456 | member FDIC | Equal Housing Lender

West Gate Bank

Jeff White Aqua Systems

Aqua Systems has donated water regularly to many HBAL projects including golf tournaments and the Santa Cop projects.

As an HBAL member, Jeff was proud to represent HBAL and the community while serving as LIBA president in 2004.

Susan Bredthauer

Vice President Mortgage Lender 323-6521

Whether you’re building, buying, or refinancing, choose West Gate Bank for your home loan. Contact one of West Gate Bank’s experienced lenders or go to www.westgatebank.com to get started on your home loan today.

Gary and his wife, Kathy, have four children, Tonya, Becky, EJ and Tony.

He enjoys hunting and finds helping other people succeed to be very rewarding.

Jeff began his career in water treatment in 1994 and has been an HBAL member for just as long. Jeff owns Aqua Systems of Nebraska which services Southeast Nebraska. His primary business is the sale of water softeners and drinking water systems along with salt and supplies. Under Jeff’s leadership his business was fortunate enough to win the Better Business Bureau Integrity Award in 2007.

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Directory Changes | Cancellations

Directory Changes Address Changes: • New address for Quality Fence Company is 17716 Storage Road, Omaha, NE 68136-1516.

Call today for a 10 percent rebate on lots! (limited time)

Email Changes: • New email address for Miracle Landscapes, Inc. is miracle.landscapes@hotmail.com.

• New email address for Kuhlman Construction is linda@kuhlmanconstruction.com.

• New email address for Architectural Glassarts is glassarts@windstream.net.

Fax Changes: • New fax number for Chuck Schmidt Construction is 402-858-6060.

Member Changes: • New primary contact at Elite Kitchens & Flooring is Lisa Giesbrecht. Email: lisa@elitekf.com.

• New primary contact at 84 Lumber is Joe Becker.

Email: beckerj@3704.84lumber.com.

• New primary contact at West Gate Bank is Adam Flanagan. Phone: 402-323-8968. Fax: 402-323-8999.

Email: aflanagan@westgatebank.com.

• New primary contact at Lincoln Winair is Art Tiritilli.

Cell: 402-560-5921. Email: ajtiritilli@winair.com.

• New primary contact at Concentra Medical Center is Mindi Fritton. Cell: 402-304-1604.

Email: mindi_fritton@concentra.com.

• New primary contact at HOME Real Estate is Gene Brake. Phone: 402-434-3704.

Email: gene.brake@homeservices-ne.com.

• New affiliate contact at RE/MAX Real Estate is Ann Francis. Phone: 402-304-8134.

Email: annfrancis@remax.net.

• New affiliate contact at Great Western Bank is Deb Melichar. Phone: 402-473-6104.

Email: deborah.melichar@greatwesternbank.com.

• New primary contact at First National Bank is Rich Herink. 134 S. 13th Street, Ste. 100, Lincoln, NE 68508.

• Nick Sassaman and Joel Friesen, First National Bank, are no longer affiliate contacts.

Sorry to See You Go!

The developers who created Wilderness Ridge have debuted their latest development, Waterford Estates. Located between Holdrege and O Streets at 98th Street. Waterford Estates is one of Lincoln’s premier housing developments, with shopping, a golf course, I-80 access and a soon-to-be-built elementary school all nearby.

Pat Mooberry 402-430-7711 or Jeff Johnson 402-432-0756 WaterfordEstatesLincoln.com

If you see your company listed below, contact HBAL at 423-4225 to renew your membership TODAY!

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Renewals

Thanks for Renewing Your Membership!

(Please allow 60 days for names to appear on this list.)

Absolute Kitchen & Bath, 6 years

Gana Trucking & Excavating, 10 years

Nebraska Building Products, 55 years

American Electronics, Inc., 22 years

General Excavating, 26 years

Neemann & Sons, 3 years

Aqua Systems, 11 years

Goings Homes, Inc., 14 years

Otte Oil & Propane, Inc., 6 years

Beach Construction, 22 years

Granite Transformations of Omaha, 1 year

Outdoor Solutions, 4 years

Beckmann Cabinet Inc., 4 years

Home Real Estate, 59 years

PDI, Paul Daniels Interiors, 16 years

Brainard Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc., 4 years

Hoppe, Inc., 59 years

Pella Products of Omaha & Lincoln, 38 years

Brian Hester Heating & A/C Inc., 9 years Bryant A/C, Heating, Plumbing & Electrical Company, 55 years Capital Patio & The Flame Shop, 36 years

Humm & Sons Poured Concrete, 9 years JL Exteriors, Inc., 2 years Krueger Development, 23 years L & K Construction Inc., 2 years Lewis Homes, 8 years

Pride Homes, 9 years Ray’s Lawn & Home Care, 13 years Rels Title, 19 years Renewal by Andersen, 3 years Reynolds Design & Remodeling, 24 years

Capital Overhead Door Co., 19 years

Lincoln Federal Savings Bank, 47 years

Creative Landscaping, 6 years

Loeck Designs, 26 years

Dworak Plumbing, 22 years

Mann Customs, Inc., 35 years

Engineering Design Consultants, 11 years

May Custom Homes & Cabinets, Inc., 22 years

Tailored Landscapes, LLC, 4 years

Micek & Crouch, P.C., 24 years

Versa-Lok, 11 years

Nebraska Housing Resource, 5 years

West Gate Bank, 18 years

Ernie’s in Ceresco, 16 years Fireplace Center, 20 years Frazier Construction Company Inc., 7 years

Security Fence Co., 3 years Stark Siding Inc., 4 years Strictly Business, 13 years

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OSHA 10 Hour Training

HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF LINCOLN

OSHA 10 Hour Training December 7 & 8, 2010

SCC Lincoln Continuing Education Center 301 South 68th Street Place, Lincoln, NE Tuesday, December 7 • 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Wednesday, December 8 • 8 a.m. – 11 a.m.

This 10-hour course follows the OSHA requirements for certification.

Important Information regarding cost:

Goals:

• Help your company comply with OSHA Health & Safety requirements • Improve the safety culture and practice in the worksite • Reduce work related injuries & increase employee awareness • Decrease worker comp claims, both number and dollar • Decrease employee turnover and training costs for new employees

Topics will include:

• Introduction to OSHA with Four High Hazards • Trench and Excavation Safety • Confined Space • Personal Protective Equipment • Electrical Safety • Health Hazards in Construction • Fall Protection • Hand and Power Tools • Scaffolds • Ladders and Stairways

HBAL has applied for a grant to cover the cost of the training. We will know if our request was approved by November 1, 2010. If approved, the OSHA 10 Hour training will be free for HBAL members. If the grant is not approved, the cost will be $145 per person for HBAL members and $175 per person for non-members. The class is limited to 25 people. Registrations will be taken on a firstcome first-serve basis, so get your reservation in as soon as possible. HBAL members will receive priority over non-members until October 1, 2010.

A $25 deposit is required to reserve a space. If the grant is accepted, you will be reimbursed this amount when you attend the session. If the grant is not accepted, it will be applied to the fee of $145 for HBAL members and $175 for non-members.

Class size limited to 25 people.

OSHA 10-Hour Training Registration Form

_____ HBAL Member: $145*

_____ Non-member: $175*

Name ____________________________________ Company _____________________________________________ Address _________________________________________________________________________________________ City ______________________________________ State _______ Zip _______________________________________ Phone _____________________________ Fax ____________________________ E-mail _______________________ Payment must accompany registration in order to reser ve a seat for you.

Check Enclosed_____ VISA / Mastercard___________________________ Exp. Date_______ Name on card______________________ Fax to 402-423-4251 • E-mail to info@hbal.org. • Mail to HBAL • 6100 S. 58th Street, Ste. C • Lincoln, NE 68516 *Please see above information regarding grant application.

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2011 Home Show Exhibitors

2011 Home Show • Current Exhibitors current as of October 27

2K Landscape Design A&D Technical Supply Co. ABC Seamless House Siding Absolute Kitchen & Bath AW Heating & Air Conditioning Inc. Advantage Remodeling, Inc. Al’s Johns American Electronics Aqua Systems Architectural Glassarts Aspen Builders, Inc. Astro Buildings Benes Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. Better Business Bureau Black Hills Energy Bonsall Pool & Spa Boulder Works Landscaping Bryant Air Conditioning, Heating, Electrical & Plumbing Bugbee Homes Cabinet Craft Inc. Cameron Townhomes Campbell’s Nurseries & Garden Center Capital Overhead Door Co. Capital Patio/The Flame Shop Carpets Direct Centurion Stone of Nebraska Champion Family Chiropractic Christo Design Build Inc. City of Lincoln - Cleaner Greener Lincoln City of Lincoln - Public Works Utilities Department, Watershed Management College Pro Painters Comfort Techs Concrete Designs LLC Culligan of Lincoln Cummins Sprinkler

Custom Blinds & Design Dakota Wall Systems, Inc. Detail by Design, LLC DuctMedic Air Duct Cleaning Eagle lst Roofing & Construction, Inc. Eagle Nursery LLC Earnest Well Drilling, Inc. EcoWater Systems of Lincoln Edward Jones Edward’s Stone Enercept Energy Panel Structures Ernie’s Store Inc. Factory Direct Appliance Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Gallery First State Bank Frazier Construction Company Inc. Fulton Construction, Inc. Futuramic Products GE Landscape Supply Gana Trucking & Excavating Going Nuts Goings Homes, Inc. GoodeGuy Construction, Inc. Grabit Hardware Great Plains Flagpoles Green’s Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Remodeling Handy Man Home Remodeling Center Harley’s Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. Heritage Builders & Heritage Lakes Heritage Homes Hickman Area Economic Development Association Hinrich’s Fine Woods, Inc. Hofeling Enterprises, Inc.

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Home Design Center Home Innovations Spas A Home of Your Own Home Real Estate Homestead Homes ICF Connections, Inc. Illuminations Lighting Inc. Innovations Siding & Windows Inspro Insurance Ironwood Builders John Henry’s Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning Don Johnson Homes, Inc. Kelly Custom Homes Kinning-Sydow Builders, Inc. Krogman Tile Company Lancaster Conservatories Liberty First Credit Union Lifetime Cookware Inc. Lift Fitness/Team Beachbody Lincoln Cabinet Lincoln Electric System Lincoln Lumber Co. Lincoln Saltdogs Lite-Form Technologies Loeck Designs Lumber Liquidators Lumbermen’s Brick & Supply Co. McConnell Thermal Services, LLC McEwen Construction, LLC Malibu Sunrooms & Outdoor Living Manzitto Bros. Residential & Commercial Construction Mary Kay Cosmetics Midwest Retrofoam, Inc. Midwest Sales Midwest Tile, Marble and Granite, Inc.

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QUALITY P PROFESSIONAL P SERVICE 253 M Road Douglas NE 68344 402.432.1364 Matt 402.499.9607 Sandi

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2011 Home Show Exhibitors

2011 Home Show • Current Exhibitors current as of October 27

Millard Lumber, Inc. Moser Well Drilling & Service, Inc. Nebraska Building Products Nebraska Furniture Mart Nebraska Home Improvement Center Nebraskaland Siding & Windows Neighbors Family Homes, Inc. Nissen’s Hardwood Floors, Inc. O Street Carpet Outdoor Solutions Pace Epoxy Stone The Pampered Chef The Paper Puller, Inc. A Pause for Paws, Inc. Pella Windows & Doors of Omaha & Lincoln Pioneer Overhead Door, Inc. Prairie Home Builders, Inc. Precast Products & Landscape Village Primerica Financial Services Ray’s Lawn & Home Care Raymond Contracting, Inc. Raynor Doors of Nebraska, Inc.

Realtors Association of Lincoln Re-Bath of Lincoln Reese Construction Reinke Shakes RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts Rembolt Development, Ltd. Renewal by Andersen Reynolds Design & Remodeling Rezac Construction, Inc. Sark Tile Scentsy Schulte Chiropractic Wellness Center The Screen Guys Security Fence, Inc. Shine-A-Blind Nebraska South Shore Builders, LLC State Farm, Vinnie Krikac Stephens & Smith Construction Co. Sticks & Stones Hardscapes, Inc. Summit Homes, LLC Superior Spa & Pool Supreme Surface Countertops Thrasher Basement Systems

Titan Machinery Trouba’s Patio Shop, Inc. Tru-Built Construction LLC Two Men And A Truck Union Bank & Trust Co. Union Title Company, LLC Urethene Contracting V2K Window Decor & More Vantage Pointe Homes, Inc. Versa-Lok Village Gardens, LLC Vistar Homes, Inc. Waddell & Reed Watkins Products WellnessOne Wells Fargo Home Mortgage West Gate Bank Willet Construction, Inc. Window Option Specialists Window World Windstream Communications Wood Floors R Us, Inc Woods Bros. Realty Yankee Hill Brick

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SF 69 108 93 102 106 113 124 132 84 931

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MF 81 6 2 14 160 10 98 25 72 468

2003 SF TH 98 8 103 33 136 24 145 26 186 98 183 27 131 49 87 26 106 74 1,175 365 MF 4 2 90 4 102 2 54 20 0 278

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MF 5 24 20 0 100 4 10 2 0 165

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2005 TH 21 10 11 16 12 37 35 96 44 282 MF 0 4 4 4 4 20 70 26 48 180

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2004 Cost 66 699,013 71 731,756 102 923,393 110 1,331,907 74 596,198 90 759,157 87 843,366 98 836,485 86 860,902 784 7,582,177 9,671

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# 68 67 109 99 86 91 86 91 96 793

2005 Cost 774,591 910,004 1,213,341 883,165 675,079 675,834 736,801 577,553 1,066,767 7,513,135 9,474 # 89 87 100 87 120 97 94 44 92 810

2006 Cost 1,007,372 967,125 1,147,674 706,214 1,042,668 985,229 1,072,119 433,967 674,348 8,036,716 9,922

2007 2008 # Cost # Cost 88 1,163,863 81 907,619 78 909,207 76 947,505 107 1,280,089 89 800,412 88 1,031,776 82 877,275 115 1,578,971 79 723,878 97 736,760 76 662,915 117 1,258,848 77 1,143,624 110 1,138,598 92 1,264,374 94 1,070,733 83 962,319 894 10,168,845 735 8,289,921 11,375 11,279

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MF 6 4 2 2 4 10 2 0 0 30

SF 11 29 30 30 38 60 35 37 39 309

2009 TH 14 2 14 14 28 4 10 14 26 126 MF 0 3 2 15 24 0 0 0 0 44

SF 24 32 42 33 29 36 31 33 26 286

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2009 2010 Cost # Cost 784,232 57 502,454 706,588 69 600,743 946,927 125 1,229,150 813,112 154 1,386,859 617,270 124 931,223 766,615 117 754,480 1,172,764 161 1,181,825 790,319 119 1,006,147 778,464 124 976,777 7,376,291 1,050 8,569,658 10,404 8,162

2009 2010 # Cost # Cost 2 52,000 6 152,980 5 125,240 3 99,500 10 206,900 11 317,000 10 198,413 19 706,474 9 183,000 9 148,500 14 297,872 12 460,740 17 554,070 15 697,500 8 244,470 11 219,300 15 407,066 15 375,278 90 2,269,031 101 3,177,272 25,211 31,458

2008 TH 19 0 28 2 15 17 10 20 29 140

Remodeling Permits: Additions City of Lincoln - Detached Single Family - 7 - Year Table

2004 TH 8 9 18 22 33 52 21 146 89 398

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2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 # Cost # Cost # Cost # Cost # Cost Jan. 13 177,199 8 119,859 19 333,000 7 87,400 9 1,364,460 Feb. 11 331,083 14 180,030 13 426,676 4 314,300 9 141,600 March 43 704,532 36 382,380 34 613,750 33 1,283,155 36 589,154 April 72 688,396 80 948,241 52 560,472 56 539,511 62 1,208,366 May 65 1,016,506 54 436,403 57 907,924 55 818,301 52 809,323 June 71 697,258 68 900,974 59 520,942 62 481,374 19 543,997 July 68 1,460,283 51 642,118 49 645,103 46 728,615 11 212,984 August 51 778,738 49 1,628,700 44 433,967 56 807,215 13 583,602 Sept.

61 909,209 57 636,804 43 585,123 32 558,017 14 556,083 Total 455 6,763,204 417 5,875,509 370 5,026,957 351 5,617,888 225 6,009,569 Avg. Cost 14,864 14,090 13,586 16,005 26,709

2002 TH 14 9 23 22 34 12 26 18 18 176

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