2014 May Plains Builder by Home Builders Association of F-M

Plains A magazine for HBA of F-M members | www.hbafm.com | May 2014

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Home Builders Association of F-M 1802 32nd Avenue South Fargo, ND 58103 (701) 232-5846 • (701) 280-1108 fax www.hbafm.com • info@hbafm.com The Plains Builder is published 12 times per year by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead, 1802 32nd Ave. S., Fargo, N.D., 58103. The Plains Builder is mailed or emailed to all members of the HBA of F-M. The Home Builders Association does not accept responsibility for or endorse any statements or claims made by advertisers or authors of any articles. The subscription rate of $15 includes 12 issues. This annual subscription rate is included with your membership dues. BRYCE JOHNSON Publisher

KRISTA MUND Editing, Photography, Design

HBA of F-M Staff BRYCE JOHNSON JENNY ERICKSON ROZ LEIGHTON KRISTA MUND LINDSEY NOGOSEK AMANDA OHLSEN CHELSEA SMITH ALLISON WECKMAN

Executive Vice President Development & Project Coordinator Public Affairs Coordinator Communications Manager Events Coordinator Director of Accounting & Records Communications & Office Coordinator Membership Coordinator

HBA of F-M Executive Committee & Board of Directors CARLITA DIETZ Jay Dietz Construction, Inc. (President and National Director) CLAY DIETRICH Dietrich Homes, Inc. (President Elect and National Director) TOM SPAETH Accent Contracting (Treasurer and National Director) TERRY LIPP Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting (Associate Vice President and National Director) Showroom JOHN KOERSELMAN Red River Drywall & Painting (Secretary) Services, Inc. DARRICK GUTHMILLER Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc. (Past President and National Director) Directors KEN ANDERSEN STAN BIRKY HARRY GILBERTSON PAUL KRABBENHOFT DAN LINDQUIST (Life Director) SYLVIA LUNSKI NANCY MICHELSEN DUSTIN MURRAY GARY ORTH TODD RASMUSSEN ROBIN SWANSON

KWA Constructors, Inc. Stan Birky Construction, Inc. Harry Gilbertson Construction Coldwell Banker First Realty Dan Lindquist Construction, Inc. Design Direction, Inc. Vivid Interiors, LLC Dustin Murray Construction Cornerstone Specialties, Inc. Valley Lights Superior Insurance

Ex-officios to the board of directors DON DABBERT, JR. Dabbert Custom Homes (Life Director) GERALD EID Eid-Co Buildings, Inc. (Senior Life Director) JASON EID Eid-Co Buildings, Inc. (NDAB Past President) JOHN GUNKELMAN Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. (Life Director and NDAB State Representative) KEN KRAJSA Bell State Bank & Trust (Life Director and NDAB Associate National Director) TYRONE LESLIE Heritage Homes (National Director) JOHN MAHAN Mahan Construction, Inc. (Life Director)

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Features 7

Golf Outing open registration now available: Space limited for two dates

In Every Issue: 4

News Briefs

Bob Footitt retires from the home building

Local President’s Report

Construction Trades Academy slated for June 2-13

Local Public Issues Report

First-quarter housing building permit numbers on pace with 2013

NDAB State Association Report

BAM State Association Report

Public Issues Roundup: West Fargo sales tax, local elections, November ballot issues

NAHB National Public Issues Report

Associate & Builder Member Feature

What your HBA did for you in March

Industry Spotlight

Meet Your Parade of Homes Committee Chair: Kimberly Tehan

Remodelers Council Report

Parade of Home Celebration offers networking, prizes for attendees

Home Builders Care Foundation Report

36 Renewals

Past HBA president Doug Lomsdal passes away

Member features: Foam Doctor’s, LLC; Alliance, Inc.

Remodelers Council Picnic May 16

What’s up with the HBA staff

Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity begins

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Interested in advertising? The Plains Builder has ad options to fit every budget and marketing plan. Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com.

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News Briefs Hires & Promotions • Baker Nursery Garden & Gift has hired Chris Redding of Moorhead as head of its landscaping division, taking over for Ryan Hoss, who retired Redding after 41 years. Redding attended North Dakota State University and earned a bachelor’s degree in both landscape architecture and environmental design. Previously, Redding was employed for 19 years as landscape manager with Ole’s Nursery in Moorhead. • Choice Financial hired Calley Coville and Stacey Ndugwa as frontline customer service representatives. • Cornerstone Bank promoted Darren Volk to credit analyst II and hired Josh Wiczek as a customer services representative/ teller, Lindsay Mack as human resource director, James Hambrick as senior vice president/ business banker and Roxanne Fliginger as mortage loan officer. • Dawson Insurance hired Yves Cherubin and Mariah Rud as commercial lines account assistants. • Josh Smook joined the DECKMASTERS team as project designer and estimator. His responsibilities include deck design and estimating, Smook materials cost and inventory control, showroom coordination and budgeting. He graduated from North Dakota State University in 2011 with a construction management degree. Smook is from Aberdeen, S.D., and has a twin brother and a younger sister. He enjoys cooking, relaxing with friends and running.

• Eid-Co Homes hired Amanda Kernosky as a pre-production assistant. • The Fargo Housing and Redevelopment Authority hired Breanna Halvorson as an office specialist/receptionist and promoted Roxanne Anderson to accountant recovery specialist. • Michael Toy has been named chief operating and strategy officer at First International Bank & Trust. Toy began his career at First International Bank & Trust in Toy 2007. Most recently, he served as chief operations and chief information officer. As chief operating and strategy officer, Toy will continue to fulfill the role of COO with greater emphasis placed on strategic initiatives bank-wide. Toy is located at the bank’s south Fargo branch at 3001 25th St. S. • Gate City Bank promoted Laurie Kennedy, Julie Lamb, Lisa Liken and Rae Ann Schann to assistant vice presidents. • Hoglund Landscape is celebrating its 40th year of business by congratulating Avia Hoglund for joining the team as an executive assistant and manager of sales, customer Hoglund care, networking, and presentation at trade shows. She will also take on social media management, marketing, and meeting with new and former clients. Hoglund studied business management marketing and sales at Minnesota State Community and Technical College. • Keller Williams Roers Realty Marketing Center hired Allan Anderson, Jay Nelson, Jason Harmon, Austin Dennis and Joel Schneeberger.

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• Midwest Fasteners hired Jeff Moug as territory account manager. • Moore Engineering hired Peter Krog as building inspector and Jonathon Morgenroth as transportation engineer. • Nardini Fire Equipment hired Peder Wang as a service technician. • NetWork Center Inc. hired Alex Kingsley as help desk technician. • Nor-Son named Monte Mraz as manager of building services and special projects. • Prudential Premier Real Estate hired Mary Goroski as a new member to their team. Awards & Accolades • Bell State Bank and Trust won the “Best in Class” award among large companies with more than 500 employees in the 2014 Community Impact recognition presented by Minnesota Business Magazine. • Coldwell Banker First Realty received the Cartus Five Star Award, which recognizes brokers who have met or exceeded individual objectives for outgoing broker-to-broker referral closings during the calendar year. Coldwell was also named the number-one office in closed adjusted gross commission income in North Dakota for independently owned and operated affiliated companies in the Coldwell Banker system in 2013. • Re/Max Legacy Realty of Fargo has been awarded the 2013 Single Office-Total Volume Achievement Award for the Re/Max Mountain State Region. • Showplace Kitchens was named a President’s Club Award winner for cabinetry sales. • Starion Financial has received the Small Business Administration’s Director’s Award for fiscal year 2013 and was awarded four stars in Bankrate.com’s Safe and Sound rating service for the quarter that ended Sept. 30.

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News Briefs The first quarter permit report is enclosed as an insert in the Plains Builder this month. If you did not receive it, or need another copy, contact the office at (701) 232-5846 or info@hbafm.com.

Adopt a student for the Construction Trades Academy For $75, you can support a high school student as he or she explores the world of construction. The Academy allows students to interact with members of the construction industry and experience a variety of construction activities. Students that attend this two-week session in June are often solidifying their interest in the building industry and making plans to pursue additional educational opportunities. In addition to adopting a student, Home Builders Care Foundation, HBA of F-M, and Minnesota State Community and Technical College need the help and support of contractors and trades people from all areas. See page 9 for details and page 30 for donation form. To download a student application, visit www.hbcfm. com. HBA hires Leighton, Smith as coordinators The HBA of F-M has named Roz Leighton as a public affairs coordinator and Chelsea Smith as a communications & office coordinator position. Leighton will assist the executive officer and HBA members in representing and communicating the legislative positions of the Association. She will graduate from North Dakota Leighton State University this month with a bachelor’s degree in agricultural economics. She brings two years of political experience in campaigns, PACs, a political non-profits and worked for U.S. Sen. John Hoeven. Leighton is originally from Minneapolis. Smith will help coordinate various HBA of F-M publications, assist with print projects, answer the telephone and provide clerical and organizational

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support to members and staff. She will also graduate from North Dakota State University this month with a bachelor’s degree in public relations Smith and advertising. Originally from Fargo, Smith has a customer service background and has worked for a local artist to help promote and brand her products and business via social media. Plains Builder advertising space available The Plains Builder is distributed to HBA membership and local government officials as well as state and federal legislators. This publication is a great way to market your company to the construction industry. Advertising space is available. We have a variety of size options open, including a business card ad size. The Plains Builder also offers an insert option. Inserts are placed in the front of the magazine every month and are a great way to advertise specific monthly events, sales or promotions If you are interested in advertising to members of the construction industry, contact Jenny Erickson at jenny@hbafm.com or (701) 232-5846.

CHALLENGE

GuessWho! Each month we will run a childhood photo of an HBA board member, HBC trustee, Health Plan trustee, committee chairperson or staff member. It’s your task to figure out who it is and call the office at (701) 232-5846. The first correct caller will receive $10 off any HBA event or product. The answer and winner will be revealed in the next Plains Builder.

Hints: • He played the trumpet in grade school. • He is a fan of hockey and the Vikings. • He has a twin brother. Note: Co-workers and relatives of the featured member/staff person are not eligible to win. Readers are eligible to win once per calendar year.

HBA seeks Fall Home Show sponsors

The HBA of F-M seeks sponsors for its Fall Home Show Sept. 26-27 at Scheels Arena. The Fall Home Show features roughly 80 exhibitors and attracts 2,000-3,000 consumers each year. HBA promotes sponsors through signage and inclusion in show advertising (print, radio and television). Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com.

HBA welcomes nominations for board of directors

Labor Masters celebrates grand opening

Labor Masters celebrated its grand opening April 1 at 1404 33rd St. S., Ste C, Fargo, ND 58103. Owners Nancy Kelly and Vickie Hendrickson are pictured above.

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It will soon be time to elect members to serve on the HBA of F-M board of directors. Directors with terms expiring at the end of 2014 are: Ken Anderson, KWA Constructors; Stan Birky, Stan Birky Construction, Inc.; Carlita Dietz, Jay Dietz Construction, Inc.; and Nancy Michelsen, Vivid Interiors. If you are interested, contact the HBA office at (701) 232-5846 or info@hbafm.com.

HBA of F-M President’s Message June 10 election decides Fargo, West Fargo races, sales tax proposal

When you pick up this newsletter, the North Dakota June primary election will be just over one month Carlita Dietz away: June 10. Our leaders have been Jay Dietz Construction, Inc. busy interviewing candidates for the major, local races, and learning about the proposed 2 percent city sales and use tax ordinance in West Fargo. Fargo and Cass County residents will elect new county and city commissioners this year. Note: city commissioners/mayors will be elected in June while Cass County commissioners run in the June 10 primary with election in November. As I write this, your HBA is hosting Candidate Forums to allow those running for city office to voice their positions on issues concerning the building industry. It is very important that you get out to vote for candidates and issues your HBA supports. Please watch for correspondence this month to let you know who, and what issues, we have chosen to endorse. If you have questions about why we have decided to support these individuals or issues, contact Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson or me.

November ballot issues

In addition to the June election, your HBA is watching two issues that you will want to be aware of for the November election if you live in North Dakota: • Support North Dakota Measure 2 - Currently, North Dakota does not have a transfer or mortgage tax. If approved, Measure 2 will amend the state constitution to prohibit the state and any county, township, city or any other political subdivision of the state from imposing any mortgage, sales or transfer tax on the mortgage or transfer of real property. It basically pre-empts any efforts for the installation of a transfer tax. Residents already pay property tax, why get taxed twice? Vote yes on Measure 2. • Proposed clean water, wildlife and parks amendment requires caution - The North Dakota Association of Builders has joined a coalition, along with many other organizations, to oppose a potential constitutional amendment that would commit 5 percent of North Dakota’s oil extraction tax to a new, massive conservation fund. The groups behind this proposed amendment are still in the process of gathering necessary signatures required for inclusion on November’s ballot. If asked to sign this petition, please contact the HBA of F-M. We can provide useful information to help you make an informed decision. If included on the November ballot and passed, this could affect funding for infrastructure, flood protection and other items critical to our industry. We will be talking about this in more detail in coming months.

Quiet year for flooding

Flooding in the F-M metro area has been a non-issue this year. While we are enjoying this dry (but cold!) spring, it’s important to remember our ultimate goal of securing permanent flood protection. Your HBA of F-M constantly follows updates from the media, local governments, federal actions and the Diversion Authority regarding this issue. If you would like to be involved, contact Roz Leighton at (701) 232-5846 or roz@hbafm.com.

Building permit numbers mirror 2013

The first quarter building permit report compiled by your HBA of F-M is available as an insert in this issue of the Plains Builder. An article is included on page 11. Overall permits are about the same as first quarter 2013 due to our long, extremely cold winter. We are hearing from many Builders and contractors that they have plenty of projects lined up for the warmer months and are simply waiting for the weather to straighten out to begin working.

Nominations for 2015 board of directors

We are already thinking about next year’s HBA board of directors and filling the terms of those members who will be leaving. We will have three Builder positions and one Associate position open. If you have interest in serving, or have suggestions of members who may be interested in serving, please contact the HBA office at (701) 232-5846.

Time is running out to get your high school student registered for the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades June 2 – 13. It is open to students ages 15 and older. You can’t find anything else like this great event. Students get to experience the building process from start to finish, learning from the professionals themselves. The cost is only $25 and they get three college credits. Download the application and see a video at www.hbcfm.com. Contact the HBA office at (701) 232-5846 or email info@hbafm.com for more details.

Builder appreciation event July 23

Builders should mark their calendars now to attend the HBA of F-M’s Muddy Boots Picnic July 23. Bring your crew for a free meal of brats, potato salad and chips on the HBA lawn.

Mark your calendar for IBS in 2015

It seems to be a long way off, but plan now for the International Builders’ Show Jan. 20-22, 2015. It’s never too soon to start thinking about the National Association of Home Builders’ “main event.” Packed with education, networking and fun, IBS is something that members can’t afford to miss. The 2015 show will be in Las Vegas and is co-located with the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show! Get more details at www.buildersshow.com.

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Golf Outing open registration now available: Space limited for 2 dates by Lindsey Nogosek, Events Coordinator

The HBA of F-M’s annual Golf Outing offers two afternoon flights for members only: June 17 and July 8. Don’t miss the HBA social event of the year! The Outings will be at the Oxbow Country Club and welcome golfers of all abilities. Register as a foursome or individually. A golf clinic is included in the registration fee: Tips from the Pro will be facilitated by Oxbow pro shop staff!

Registration - members only!

Early bird registration for sponsors began April 22. Open registration for the full membership is now open. Don’t wait to sign up as space is limited and registration is on a firstcome-first-serve basis. A registration form is included in this issue of the Plains Builder or download it at www.hbafm.com. Cost is $80 per person or $320 for a foursome and includes Tips from the Pro, golf cart, green fees, promo bags, dinner and the opportunity to win one of many exciting door prizes during dinner! Many of the holes will also feature games sponsored by HBA members with more chances to win.

Schedule

Registration.......... 10:15 – 11:15 a.m. Tips from the Pro.............. 10:30 a.m. Shotgun Start..................... 11:30 a.m. Dinner, awards, prizes.............. 6 p.m.

Sponsorships available!

Sponsorship deadline is May 23. Contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindsey@hbafm.com.

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A $250 sponsorship includes the following promotion for both dates: • Company name on sponsor sign at a hole, displayed during the “Tips from the Pro” golf clinic, during lunch and dinner, listed on scorecards, programs, HBA website, on the HBA Facebook page and in the Plains Builder. • Company listing linked with company website and/or Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page. • Company verbally recognized during dinner. • Ability to provide the following: - Promotional item donation for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) - Supply a door prize - Host a game on a hole: company would supply its own signage, prize and attendant, if needed. Prizes must value at least $50. This is great additional exposure and is limited to sponsors! • First chance to register a second foursome, May 16-23. Second registrations open to all other companies, May 27, if space is available. Oxbow Country Club is a fullservice, family-oriented club that has been established to provide its membership with outstanding golf, pool, dining and social opportunities. Oxbow takes great pride in offering its members and guests a warm and inviting atmosphere in which to relax with friends and make long lasting memories.

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Golf Outing Full Event Sponsors (as of 4/23/2014)

Aggregate Industries Allied Building Products Anderson and Fercho, PLLC Cass County Abstract Ceramic Tileworks Cornerstone Bank Dakota Fastening Designer Homes of FargoMoorhead Fargo Truss Systems Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Showroom Gate City Bank Minnkota Windows NetWork Center Inc. Rigels, Inc. Sandman & Associates Consulting PC June 17 Sponsor ABC Seamless Appraisal Services Inc. BlackRidge Bank Carpet World Cass County Electric Co-op Goodin Company July 8 Sponsor Cabinetmakers, Inc. Dawson Insurance Lampert Lumber

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Ryan Hoss, Matrix Properties

“Bob and I have been friends for a very long time. What stands out to me most is the last home we worked on together. The home owner wanted it to be a smaller version of the palace of Versailles in France. “The detail work was amazing. My crew and I (landscaping) would work outside all day, and the craftsmen would be inside, and at the end of the day we would switch spots to admire each other’s work. Bob has always had a gift for working with others, spending time on the details, and making a home owner’s vision come to life. “Of course, there is also Bob’s affinity for practical jokes that makes him who he is. No matter how busy or intense a job was, he always finds time for the fun things in life.” Hoss and Footitt served on the HBA board of directors and Executive Committee together. Hoss was president the year after Footitt. They also served on the HBA’s Health Plan Management Committee for several years.

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Bryce Johnson HBA of F-M Executive Vice President

“I was always intrigued by the fact that Bob was known for having every detail in his homes addressed to the point of pain for his trade contractors, yet they all hold him in high regard because of his likeable, honest demeanor. “I believe that Bob treats Footitt continued on page 10

Bob Footitt retires from home building, open house slated for May 14 by Krista Mund, Communications Manager

Bob Footitt, Bob Footitt Construction, Inc., is a well-known pillar in the community and building industry. Known for his high-end, luxury homes, Footitt instilled a focus on quality and always aimed for unique homes resulting in a satisfied owner at the end of the process. Footitt’s last project was completed in October (pictured above) and he will wind down the company through the end of this year, keeping his license current and open for warranty work. A retirement open house will be 4-8 p.m. May 14 at the Holiday Inn in Fargo. Footitt and his wife, Jeanne, have a home in Arizona and plan to travel in retirement. “I’m also planning to dust off the golf clubs,” he laughs. Footitt will spend time with his family and grandchildren, continue enjoying his collector cars, and would like to start another car restoration project as time allows.

Some history…

Footitt began his company in 1979 and joined the HBA of F-M in 1980. He served as Association president in 1999 and was on the board for six years, also serving as a National Director with the National Association of Home Builders and a director on the North Dakota Association of Builders’ board. He served 12 years on the HBA of F-M’s Health Plan Management Committee and was committee chair. He received the HBA’s “Builder of the Year” award in 1997. Footitt started his career at Quality Builders after two years at Minnesota State Community and Technical College. He stayed with Quality Builders for a year, then took a job at Rothhouse and worked there for just over eight years. Finally, he worked a short time at Dahl Construction. Both Rothhouse and Dahl Construction closed their doors due to overspeculation once the recession hit. The push for Footitt to start his company was compliments of a business acquaintance. Footitt’s father had a friend by the name of Frosty Wills, a banking general/commercial contractor, who needed help completing the interior of a new church in New Salem, N.D. Footitt took the job, giving Bob Footitt Construction its first customer. “F.E. Wills Construction wanted me to have a company that would do his interiors of banks and churches,” Footitt says. “So we focused on commercial jobs, interior work and framing and finishing.” Footitt’s first love was home building, but the 1980s economy dictated his work in commercial construction and some remodeling. Over the years, his specialty shifted to upper-end home, though he was always open to building for buyers in the $250,000 and higher price range. “I wanted to be someone who’s known for quality building, and there was only one ‘premiere’ builder in town at that time, so I went after that niche,” he says. Footitt has come to make many friends with his clients and trade partners. Footitt continued on page 10

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Construction Trades Academy slated for June 2-13

The 17th annual Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13. Supporting the Academy is HBC’s major contribution to skill training and workforce development. High School students ages 15 and older are able to attend and get handson experience in a wide variety of

to all students! The instructors and area contractors who participated in the program were excellent and very open to the students’ questions. The Academy paved the way for my son to enter M-State’s construction management program without hesitation as to whether or not it was something he would be interested in. He continues to draw on the things he learned at the Herdina Academy,” says Connie Oschner, Glyndon, Minn., a 2013 Academy parent

Students with the sign they made in the plumbing lab.

construction careers. Cost is only $25 for students to attend and they can receive three college credits from Minnesota State Community & Technical College for BLDG 1100: Basic Principles of Residential and Commercial Construction upon graduation. In order to keep the cost to attend the Academy at this low level for students, our Adopt-A-Student program is key. For only $75 you can sponsor a student and help them learn about and encourage them to consider a career in the construction industry.

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“The Academy opens up your eyes to what you want to do in the construction field, and what you don’t. You get to meet new kids, and it’s a blast.” says Jose Chavez, Leonard, N.D., a 2013 Academy Graduate. “I have nothing but good things to say about the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades. It offers the students an insight to so many trades and exposes them to all the options available. I would recommend it

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Pre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy

Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades. Prices start around $1,750 for an 8’ x 12’ shed. Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or david.kraemer@ minnesota.edu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering. Limited customization is possible. Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future.

Herdina Academy students finish a concrete slab.

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Adopt-A-Student Sponsors Toby Christensen, Camrud Foss Concrete Const., Inc. John Gunkelman, Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. Dave Anderson, Dave Anderson Construction Clay Dietrich, Dietrich Homes, Inc. Jason Eid, Eid-Co Buildings Ryan Hoss Nancy Kelly, Labor Masters Sheila Aman, Roers Construction and Development, Inc. Structural Materials, Inc. Terry Becker, Terry Becker Construction, LLC Jeff Swenson, Twin City Garage Door, Inc.

Top: Students participate in speed interviewing. Bottom: Students learn about roofing from a volunteer.

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everyone with respect, kindness and a fair shake. He approaches all his relationships that way. That trait and ability has led to his success and longevity in the industry. He certainly utilized this while leading the HBA as president. Bob is high-strung and a worrier, and yet the most sincere, kind, and one of the hardest working individuals I’ve ever met. “Perhaps his one downfall is that he tells terrible jokes!” she laughs.

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Doug Hersrud HVAC Manager Laney’s, Inc.

“I’ve worked with Bob since 1976. You are not going to run across a nicer person. He is so honest and straight forward. The way you see him doing business is the way he is personally, too. He’s just always pleasant. “When there was an issue to deal with, he never got excited. The way he approached things made you want to go jump in the truck and take care of it yourself. Even my field workers felt that way, and they went above and beyond because they knew he would do the same thing for them. “I am excited for him in his retirement, but will definitely miss working with him.”

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“That’s the best part of the job,” he says. “The camaraderie that you have with those partners and the process of meeting with clients, listening to their dreams, designing their homes, and then building it. I enjoyed seeing the excitement when they move in and afterward.” Dale Christianson was an important component of Bob Footitt Construction. He worked with Footitt from the start of his time at Rothhouse Builders, all the way through completion of Bob Footitt Construction’s final home. “Dale was finishing foreman and I’m not sure how to put into words what he meant to the company,” Footitt says. “He was instrumental in how well we did and was a major reason why the homes turned out the way they did. He could walk onto a jobsite and take charge of a project. Home owners fell in love with him, and the trade contractors counted on Dale as a resource, too.” Footitt and Christianson even share the same birthday, right down to the year. It seems fitting that thy also retire together! When Footitt’s son, Bob Footitt, Jr., became involved with the company in the late 1990s, it allowed him to become active within the HBA of F-M. “When I was first asked to serve, I’ll be honest: I thought, ‘O.K. I’ll get this over with,” he says. “But once I got into it, I realized how beneficial it was. I saw that I had something to offer the industry that can help make things better and I wanted to continue. It helped me grow as a person and grow my business. I’m proud that I was able to get others involved as well.”

Turning over the reins…

As Bob, Sr., retires, Bob, Jr., has retained his father’s experienced framing and finishing carpentry crew within his own company, Footitt Homes. Another son, Bill, works on Footitt Homes’ framing crew and oversees some projects. Both sons are married; Bill has a daughter and Bob, Jr., has three brittany spaniels. Bob, Jr., has managed his father’s office since 1997 and is a licensed Realtor. About the crew, he says, “It is because of their experience, dedication to detail and master craftsmanship that people say ‘when you walk through a Footitt built home, you can see and feel the difference.’” Bob, Sr.’s, advice for someone starting in the industry is to, “Take care of your customers because their referrals are your future.” He also advises future builders/remodelers to keep expenses in check and differentiate themselves from competitors: “Service what you sell. It’s how your customer remembers you.” As a parting thought, Bob, Sr., says, “I would like to thank everyone for their contributions to all of our projects. Without you all, we would not have been able to build the caliber of homes that we did throughout the years. I am most thankful for all of the friendships and good memories!”

Left to right: Bob Footitt during his HBA presidency in the 1990s; Footitt with Roger Denke, F-M Excavating, in the 1980s; and Footitt in his booth at the Home & Garden Show when it was still at West Acres.

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Public Issues Report of Area Affairs First-quarter housing building permit numbers on pace with 2013

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by Roz Leighton, Public Affairs Coordinator Krista Mund, Communications Manager

West Fargo sales tax, local elections, November ballot issues

The HBA of F-M’s building permit report reflecting first-quarter construction activity in Dilworth, Fargo, Moorhead and West Fargo shows that housing construction projects are off to a strong start, on pace with reports from 2013. Compared to an extremely strong start two years ago, 2014’s report paints an average beginning to the year because of a harsh winter and late spring. With weather warming up, builders remain optimistic. The permit report categories include housing starts, multi-family, new commercial, residential remodeling, commercial remodeling, public and miscellaneous permits. HBA President Carlita Dietz, Jay Dietz Construction, Inc., says, “The winter weather was never-ending, leading to a deep freeze and a delay in new construction. We were extremely fortunate to avoid a flood event this year which has builders in high spirits and hopefully will lead to higher second quarter numbers as well.” This year, housing starts (single-family homes, row houses, twin homes and duplexes) showed a slight bump from last year, increasing from 55 to 56. Total valuation increased from about $12.8 million to $13.5 million, or about 5 percent. Single-family permits for the F-M metro area fell about 31 percent, from 55 to 38; however, twin home construction and row house permits rose significantly, totaling 18 units compared to none at this time last year. Moorhead’s total housing starts increased to eight single-family permits compared to just one in first quarter 2013. Conversely, West Fargo’s total decreased from 32 housing starts in 2013 to 21 this year. Last year’s starts in West Fargo were all single family, while this year shows a mix of single family (15 units) and twin homes (six units). Fargo’s housing starts increased 23 percent from 22 to 27 and is a mix of single family (15 units) and row houses (12 units). Dilworth hasn’t had any housing construction activity, which is typical for first quarter. Overall, building permits encompassing housing, multi-family, commercial, remodeling and public projects, permit totals are up 11 percent and total valuation is up 67 percent. “As the weather is warming up, so is the building industry,” Dietz says. “For all builders, the jobs are there for another successful year, it’s just a matter of the weather cooperating so we can get started.”

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There are a variety of ballot issues and elections coming up in June and November this year. For updates on the following items, watch future communications this month and the June Plains Builder. West Fargo sales tax - West Fargo residents will be asked to vote on a 1 percent sales tax increase on the June 10 ballot. This increase will raise the sales tax from 6 to 7 percent, or equal to Fargo’s. The revenue from the increase will solely benefit infrastructure in the city. There are two parts to this vote: one to allow the city to raise the sales tax and the second to give the city permission to implement the raise. A “yes” vote is required for both to support the increase, or two “no” votes are required to vote against the proposal. Local elections - As you’re reading this, the HBA is hosting Candidate Forums for the Fargo mayoral, Fargo city commission and West Fargo city commission races. These offices will be decided by the June 10 election. Candidates will have the chance to speak about their priority issues and goals, followed by a short questionand-answer round. North Dakota Measure 2 - In November, North Dakota Measure 2 will be included on the statewide ballot. Measure 2 is a constitutional amendment that would prohibit the state, and any county, township, city, or any political subdivision from imposing any mortgage taxes or any sales or transfer taxes on the mortgage or transfer of real property. The HBA of F-M supports passing Measure 2. It will pre-empt any efforts for the installation of a transfer tax. North Dakota residents already pay property tax; why get taxed twice? Roundup continued on page 16

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News from the North Dakota Association of Builders NDAB offers Education is key Job site safety is a critical ‘Professional component of the construction Builder’ designation industry. With over 600 people killed

every year by falls on the job site, builders are keenly aware of the risks involved in their trade. This is why it’s important for every member to have a job site safety plan that is Ken Callahan NDAB President, reviewed with their employees and Montana-Dakota subcontractors regularly. And as the Utilities, Co. controlling contractor on the job site, Williston, N.D. builders are compelled to ensure that the right precautions are taken time and again. With that in mind, we are pleased to announce that North Dakota Workforce Safety & Insurance has approved the proposal of the North Dakota Association of Builders to provide safety training courses to NDAB members. We will be working with the North Dakota Safety Council to conduct safety training in each local association area. Remember safety first! We want everyone to go home to their families and loved ones at the end of each day! Each community will receive two training days, with topics chosen by the local association, to be held this spring and this fall. These sessions will be available to members free of charge, which is an excellent member benefit, and a compelling reason to sign up early, as space may be limited. Our intent is to provide our members with the education needed to have safer work sites, to maintain compliance with OSHA regulations, to lower the number of claims and the amount of premiums to WSI, and to gain continuing education credits that can be used for NDAB’s Professional Builder Program and WSI’s Risk Management Program. Detailed information and course outlines can be found online at www.ndbuild.com/safety. Please take advantage of these valuable sessions available to you and your employees, and watch for additional opportunities this summer and fall as we explore other partnerships for training. Also, if you have topics or trainings that you would like to see in your area, please let us know so that we can work toward providing them to our members. Have a safe and happy spring!

HBA tip: Google yourself, your company

Do you ever “Google” yourself? Do it once in awhile: type your name and your company into an Internet search browser and review what is posted about you and your business online. You may be surprised at what you find. One HBA member contacted the office with this tip because she found less-than-accurate information on a website touting itself as a consumer “rating” resource for building industry companies. You have the power to control what people read about you on the Internet.

Because buying or building a home is probably the largest investment one will ever make, it makes sense for consumers to choose a home builder who has an investment in his or her Kim Schneider NDAB Executive profession. North Dakota Association Officer of Builders has a Professional Builder program that will help set yourself apart in the home building industry. North Dakota Professional Builders (NDPBs) have many advantages in the marketplace, including a special section on the ndbuild.com website devoted just to NDPBs, and will be the first place to which consumers will be referred. You will also be given consumer brochures for distribution to potential customers explaining the advantages of building with a NDPB and finally, the NDPB logo will be provided in electronic form for use on marketing materials. North Dakota Professional Builders invest in their profession by agreeing to meet certain standards and criteria. NDPBs are requested to meet membership requirements of their local home builders associations, they must have held a contractor’s license in the state of North Dakota for at least two years and comply with all appropriate North Dakota statutes concerning contractors. NDPBs build in compliance with appropriate local, state and national building codes, adhere to the Code of Ethics of North Dakota Association of Builders and complete seven credits of continuing education annually. One of the benefits you have of being a member of your local association is we offer free safety courses throughout the year that go toward the required seven credits. The annual fee is $100 and we are proud to share that we currently have 19 Professional Builders (as of the print date) in North Dakota but want to see this list grow. If you are interested in registering as a Professional Builder, looking to renew or want to learn more, please contact our office at (701) 222-2401. It is always a pleasure when we are able to direct interested people to our website to share your name, contact information and website. It would be even better to have a number of builders from each association. For those of you that are already NDPBs, we will contact you in the near future to get feedback on what we can do better in promoting this program, what other benefits we could provide to you and share some of our ideas on advertising opportunities. We value all of our builders and the professionals that you are and we welcome your feedback and suggestions on how to take this program to the next level and make it even more successful. Thank you all for your continued hard work and professionalism. I know as the weather is warming up that your schedules are getting even busier and we are here to help in any way that we can.

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News from around the state...

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Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association Dot Frank, Executive Officer (701) 222-2400, www.bmhba.com The BMHBA Spring Parade of Homes is April 25-27 and May 4-6. There are 43 homes registered for the event, which is an increase of 43 percent from last spring. Parade award winners for People’s Choice and Judges’ Choice will be recognized at the spring general membership meeting May 15 at the Seven Seas Hotel & Waterpark. The Association is hosting forklift operator training and CPR/first aid/AED training May 29. A New Member BBQ is planned for May 29. We’ll treat members who joined in 2013 and 2014 and will serve grilled grub. The BMHBA hosted two storm water panel discussions that brought together city and state staff to share expectations and best practices for builders. Nearly 60 people attended the two events. The Association will reach out to local candidates in advance of the June primaries. Dickinson Area Builders Association Irene Schafer, Executive Officer (701) 483-0044, www.dickinsonareabuilders.com Our Home Show was a success in Dickinson. We had over 60 exhibitors on a waiting list, so expect to sell out early for Home Show 2015. We will have the new building available, which will mean doubling our floor space. Our state officers attended our April general membership meeting. It was a very good program with very good attendance. Scholarship deadline is June 15. Next general membership meeting is May 14 at the Eagles Club. Forx Builders Association Betty McDonald, Executive Officer (701) 746-4536 www.forxbuilders.com We want to thank NDAB President Ken Callahan and NDAB EO Kim Schneider for meeting with our board of directors and attending our general membership meeting. Members were pleased to be able to meet them in person. HB Sound and Light hosted the April 30 Builders after Hours and did a great job. It was a fun time for all that attended. The Project House Committee invited the board of directors to a pizza lunch (and a tour of the progress) at the 2014 Project House. Our spring safety training will be May 8 from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at Muddy Rivers. The topic will be CPR/first aid. The class is offered free to all members. Our annual Sporting Clay Shoot is scheduled for May

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22 at the Dakota Hunting Club and is sponsored by Andersen Windows & Doors. The Italian Moon will cook burgers and brats for the crew. Minot Association of Builders Vicky Flagstad, Executive Officer (701) 852-0496, www.minotab.com • May 6 – Contractor update will be held in conjunction with the city of Minot to go over code changes and answer questions. This will become an ongoing joint venture with the city inspector’s office. • May 6 – Board meeting and lunch with our NDAB executive officers. • May 6 – Builders after Hours hosted by MDU and Xcel Energy. It is the Annual Appreciation Evening for our elected officials and members at the Grand Hotel with PAC fundraising events. Williston Area Builders Association Beth Sundheim, Executive Officer (701) 572-5744, www.willistonbuilders.com • Our Parade of Homes dates have been changed to June 21-22. We hope to see you there! • Our Home Show in April was a big success! Thanks so much to the 145 booths who participated and the nearly 1,400 people who attended!

NDAB Thanks You!

Thank you to the NEW NDAB 2014 Partners as of April 11! We truly appreciate your support and we are very excited to serve you throughout the entire year. See you at our first event in June. • Silver - Miller Insulation Co., Inc. • Bronze - ND Guaranty & Title Co. • Bronze - ProBuild • Bronze - Williston Area Builders Assoc. Also, thank you to our first golf sponsor, Westwood Professional Services, who signed on as a lunch sponsor for the event. We look forward to seeing you in June. We would also like to recognize our 2014 North Dakota Professional Builders. Thank you for making continuing education a priority. Visit the NDAB website for additional information or to contact a North Dakota Pro Builder. • Eric Berg, Fargo • Greg Krueger, Fargo • Charles Bon, Robinson • Tyrone Leslie, Fargo • Michael Bullinger, • Dan Lindquist, Fargo Fargo • David Nordstrom, • Don Dabbert, Jr., Fargo Williston • Jason Eid, Fargo • Gary Orth, Fargo • Aaron Greterman, Fargo • Tom Spaeth, Fargo • John Gunkelman, Fargo • Mark Spriggs, • Todd Halle, Harwood Moorhead • John Hough, Moorhead • Mike Workman, Fargo • Robert Kockmann, • Charles Zach, Wahpeton Fargo

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News from the Builders Association of Minnesota Beware the Ides of March: A mid-session review

Each year, at the Minnesota legislative session mid-point, legislators go on break, which gives us an opportunity to take stock of what’s happened so far. The 2014 session has been called the “unsession” with a stated goal of streamlining government, but lots has happened. The Builders Association of Minnesota has been working hard to protect the industry, and in light of the session’s intermission, BAM has put together a MidSession Review with an overview and bill-by-bill run down of the issues that have, or could have had, impact on the residential construction industry. Session started Feb. 25, later than usual, and already the House of Representatives had introduced 1,481 bills and the Senate had introduced 1,285 bills. The Ides of March coincided this year with deadlines at the Capitol. The first policy deadline was March 21; less than 30 days from the start of session. The second policy deadline was March 28, and the third finance committee deadline was April 4. There are an abundance of failed proposals that have been deemed “dead” in 2014 or are looking for ways to be “reincarnated” though artfully placed amendments or suspended rules. The residential construction inudstry has reaped positive outcomes, including repeal of the business-to-business sales and use taxes in addition to batting down several bills that threatened to harm your bottom line.

Upon completion of session, BAM will provide a full legislative report to all members. Until then, be sure to check out BAM’s Mid-Session Review with an inventory of bills the residential construction industry has been working on, along with a mid-session status for each. The review can be found online at bamn.org/legislation. Thank you to all who have been participating this session in making sure the industry’s voice is heard. Thank you to those who joined us at Builder Day at the Capitol March 12. We had a record turnout and met with nearly 75 percent of the legislature. Thank you to our Government Relations Committee members who have been meeting weekly to guide BAM’s lobbying team on critical legislative issues. The industry is very fortunate to have their time and talents. Thank you also to our brilliant, statewide lobbying team. With session half over, it’s good to know we have a rockstar team assembled. Stay tuned!

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News from the National Association of Home Builders Builder confidence holds steady in April April 15, 2014 - Builder confidence in the market for newly built, single-family homes rose one point to 47 in April from a downwardly revised March reading of 46 on the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) released today. “Builder confidence has been in a holding pattern the past three months,” said NAHB Chairman Kevin Kelly, a home builder and developer from Wilmington, Del. “Looking ahead, as the spring home buying season gets into full swing and demand increases, builders are expecting sales prospects to improve in the months ahead.” “Job growth is proceeding at a solid pace, mortgage interest rates remain historically low and home prices are affordable,” said NAHB Chief Economist David Crowe. “While these factors point to a gradual improvement in housing demand, headwinds that are holding up a more robust recovery include ongoing tight credit conditions for home buyers and the fact that builders in many markets are facing a limited availability of lots and labor.” Derived from a monthly survey that NAHB has been conducting for 30 years, the NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index gauges builder perceptions of current singlefamily home sales and sales expectations for the next six months as “good,” “fair” or “poor.” The survey also asks builders to rate traffic of prospective buyers as “high to very high,” “average” or “low to very low.” Scores from each component are then used to calculate a seasonally adjusted index where any number over 50 indicates that more builders view conditions as good than poor. The HMI index gauging current sales conditions in April held steady at 51 while the component gauging traffic of prospective buyers was also unchanged at 32. The component measuring expectations for future sales rose four points to 57. The HMI three-month moving average was down in all four regions. The West fell nine points to 51 and the Midwest posted a four-point decline to 49 while the Northeast and South each dropped two points to 33 and 47, respectively.

Editor’s Note: The NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index is strictly the product of NAHB Economics, and is not seen or influenced by any outside party prior to being released to the public. HMI tables can be found at nahb. org/hmi. More information on housing statistics is also available at housingeconomics.com.

Housing starts rise 2.8 percent in March April 16, 2014 - Led by a 6 percent rise in single-family starts, nationwide housing production rose 2.8 percent above an upwardly revised February rate of 920,000 to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 946,000 units in March, according to newly released figures from HUD and the U.S. Census Bureau. “We see improving signs of new-home construction as we move into the spring buying season,” said Kevin Kelly, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a home builder and developer from Wilmington, Del. “The strongest recovery is in the Northeast and Midwest, where builders were hampered by severe winter weather earlier in the year.” “Today’s report is in line with our forecast of a gradual strengthening in the housing sector in 2014,” said NAHB Chief Economist David Crowe. “However, several uncertainties including tight credit conditions for home buyers and erratic job growth are making builders cautious about getting ahead of demand.” Single-family housing starts rose 6 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 635,000 units in March, while multifamily starts fell 6.1 percent to 292,000 units. Regionally in March, combined single- and multifamily housing production rose strongly in the Northeast and Midwest with gains of 30.7 percent and 65.5 percent, respectively, but fell 9.1 percent and 4.5 percent in the South and West, respectively. Overall permit issuance fell 2.4 percent to 990,000 units in March. The Northeast and Midwest posted gains of 33.3 percent and 26 percent, respectively, while the West was unchanged and the South posted a 17.1 percent decline.

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Prepare your work sites for spring, storm water

Spring is upon us, and contractors need to think about preparing their work sites for storm water run off or face fines from our local jurisdictions and possibly the Environmental Protection Agency! • Check out quick tips from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency: www.pca.state.mn.us. • Go here for North Dakota resources: www.ndhealth. gov.

HBA to offer certified lead renovator refresher courses

Next year will mark the five-year anniversary since hundreds of local contractors received their Certified Renovator designation from the Environmental Protection Agency to comply with the Renovation, Repair and Painting rule. It is required for all contractors disturbing six square feet or more in structures built in 1978 or earlier. Contractors must take a refresher course every five years to keep the certification active. Watch for more details soon. The HBA of F-M will schedule the four-hour refresher classes in early 2015. Roundup continued from page 11

Clean Water, Wildlife and Parks Amendment - This proposal is another November North Dakota ballot issue to keep in mind. This group is attempting to acquire enough signatures on the petition to be included on the ballot to amend the state’s constitution. The North Dakota Association of Builders, along with many other organizations, has joined a coalition to oppose this amendment that would commit 5 percent of North Dakota’s oil extraction tax revenues to a new, massive conservation fund. If included on the November ballot, and passed, this could significantly affect funding for statewide infrastructure, permanent flood protection and other areas vital to the home building industry. If you are asked to sign the petition and don’t feel you have the necessary information to make an informed decision, please contact the HBA. Contact Roz Leighton at roz@hbafm.com or (701) 232-5846 with any questions or concerns regarding these issues.

Win a free year of membership

Your HBA tracks its members who pay dues before the month of renewal. These members go into a drawing for a free year of dues. ($450 value!) For example, if your membership is paid through May 31, 2014, you would need to pay your dues before May 1, 2014, to be entered. Contact Amanda Ohlsen at (701) 232-5846 or amanda@hbafm.com with any questions.

What your HBA did for you in March

• The HBA of F-M hosted a conference room packed with Builder members who heard about changes from Oxbow and the need to build/develop 40 new homes due to home owners being displaced by a flood protection ring levee. • We helped Moorhead leaders facilitate a free lunch meeting for HBA members to hear about opportunities within the city and other news including a legislative update, flood mitigation, and marketing activities. • Over 50 contractors participated in the HBA of F-M’s Minnesota power limited technician training at Minnesota State Community and Technical College early in the month. • Members traveled to Bismarck twice in March: -The first was to participate in the North Dakota Association of Builders’ board of directors meeting that covered administrative issues, planning for upcoming state elections and the 2015 legislative session. -The second time was to meet with all three of our Congressional delegates as part of the National Association of Home Builders’ “Bringing Housing Home” effort and discuss issues critical to our industry. We covered permanent flood protection for the F-M metro area, flood insurance issues, the mortgage interest deduction and immigration reform. • The HBA of F-M also organized a local meeting with U.S. Rep. Collin Peterson (Minn.) to discuss the “Bringing Housing Home” issues. • Members participated in the Builders Association of Minnesota’s “Builder Day at the Capitol,” meeting with our Minnesota legislators Sen. Kent Eken, Rep. Ben Lien and Rep. Paul Marquart and discussing issues including finishing up Moorhead’s projects for permanent flood protection and supporting border city building code legislation. • Over 70 members took part in our “Chilly” CookOff hosted and sponsored by Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Showroom. • We offered a FREE OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course for members. Over 40 people attended, and took advantage of this great benefit made possible by a grant through N.D. Workforce Safety & Insurance and sponsorship by Cass County Electric Cooperative. On average, an OSHA 30 class costs $400 - $800 per person. As of press time, April wasn’t over yet, so we’re always a month behind on this report! Thanks for your understanding.

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Meet Your Parade of Homes Committee Chair: Kimberly Tehan by Krista Mund, Communications Manager

Kimberly Tehan is marketing and business development director for Krueger Construction, Inc., and sales associate for Castle Realty. She has been involved with the Parade of Homes Committee for four years and currently serves as chair. Tehan grew up around construction as her father is Greg Krueger, owner of Krueger Construction, Inc. The Parade of Homes Committee helps plan and organize the Spring and Tehan Fall Parade of Homes events each year. “I joined the Parade Committee because it is one of the largest marketing efforts for most builders and I wanted to be able to be part of the decisions that help grow our community and our industry,” she says. Serving on an HBA committee has made Tehan aware of many opportunities the Association provides. “I’ve gained personal and professional connections throughout my last four years here,” she says. “Stepping into the chair position will only help to continue to grow those connections.” Tehan expresses appreciation for her fellow volunteers and the HBA staff who are involved with the committee. “They are pillars of the housing community and a great sounding board for all things Parade-of-Homes related,” she says. “They also have excellent insight into this industry in general. It’s a great group that I’m happy to be a part of!” The Parade will wrap up its 54th annual showing May 4 and the Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza and Suites. It showcased 70 homes by 35 builders in Dilworth, Fargo, Moorhead and West Fargo. This year, the committee implemented a new format, two four-day weekends, in an attempt to capture a wider audience. Tehan and her husband, Jimmy, live in Fargo. Away from the HBA she is involved with the F-M Area Association of Realtors’ Education Committee, and the Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo Chamber of Commerce. She is a University of North Dakota honors graduate and a United Way “35 Under 35” Women’s Leadership Program Graduate.

Fun facts about Tehan: • Where did you grow up? Fargo. • My first job was: Picking up scraps on jobsites for Krueger Construction, Inc. from as early on as I can remember. Although, I don’t think I ever got paid! • Favorite vacation spot: St. Lucia • VIPs I’ve met: Donald Trump, Howie Mandel, Regis Philbin, Kelly Rippa, Nancy Odell • Favorite TV program: Parenthood • Last book I read: The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable by Patrick Lencioni • What you never knew about me: I was Miss North Dakota USA 2006 and served as a “Case Girl” on Deal or No Deal. My 15 minutes of fame! • Favorite service or event provided by the HBA/NDAB/ NAHB: Fall and Spring Parade of Homes, of course! • Hobbies: Running, yoga, reading, drinking wine and spending time with my husband, family and friends.

May Membership Drive is coming: Triple Spike credits for sponsors

The HBA of F-M will participate in a national membership drive in May. What companies do you do business with that are not members? Start talking with them about joining in May: sponsors will receive triple Spike credits! Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonw@hbafm.com for more details.

Save the Date: Parade of Homes Celebration

Mark your calendar for the Parade of Homes Celebration: May 13 at the Ramada Plaza & Suites. This is a great event to celebrate another successful Spring Parade of Homes. We will have a video slideshow of all of the homes on the parade and what celebration would be complete without ice cream to celebrate? Be sure to attend!

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Parade of Homes Celebration offers networking, prizes for attendees by Allison Weckman, Membership Coordinator

Everyone looks forward to the Parade of Homes; the Parade of Homes Celebration is a great way to cap off the wonderful event! On May 13, HBA of F-M will honor its Builder members and their Parade entries at the Ramada Plaza & Suites. The social begins at 6 p.m. with dinner at 7 p.m. During dinner, watch Parade of Homes a video of all Parade of Homes entries. Celebration Door prizes will be awarded throughout May 13 the night to all members in attendance, so if you have an item you’d like to $30 for pre-registered $35 for registrations and donate, please drop it off at the HBA walk-ins after May 8 office. $35 cancellation/no-show fee In addition to awesome door prizes, after noon May 12 all parade entry builders will be eligible to win cash prizes ranging from $50 Social: 6 p.m. Program: 7 p.m. to $800. Builders who are on the Parade for the first time, or who have Ramada Plaza & multiple entries, will also go into special Suites of Fargo drawings. Finally, Home Builders Care 1635 42nd St. S. of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation will Registration Deadline: receive the proceeds of the four featured May 8 homes on the tour. Business attire requested Special thanks to our Parade of Homes sponsor, and this meeting’s Register: (701) 232-5846 premier sponsor, Marvin Windows & info@hbafm.com. Doors.

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We know that summer is a busy time for everyone, so we take a little break from our normal, evening membership meeting schedule, but you can still join us for lunch! • May 16 - Remodelers Council hosts a picnic lunch to promote May as National Remodeling Month. This is a free picnic lunch of brats, potato salad and chips, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the HBA lawn. • July 23 - Muddy Boots Picnic offers a free lunch for volunteers and contractor members, so bring your crew out and allow us to say “thank you” for all that you do. • Aug. 7 - Evening member meetings resume with Associate Appreciation during our Family Picnic at Lindenwood Park. • Oct. 30 - To cap off the year, we are excited that our October member meeting will be our new “Awards Gala” where we will present all of our accolades during one fabulous evening. Stay tuned for details.

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Past HBA president Doug Lomsdal passes away by Krista Mund, Communications Manager

From Lomsdal’s obituary…

Douglas Palmer Lomsdal was born to Albert and Mabel (Lund) Lomsdal on July 23, 1932, near Calgary, Alberta, in Canada. He spent his childhood years in Canada, moving to Fargo when he entered the eighth grade. He graduated from Fargo Central High in 1950. He also attended Fargo Interstate Business College. Doug married Margaret Adams in Moorhead on February 27, 1953, at Trinity Lutheran Church. They enjoyed 58 years of marriage until Margaret’s death in 2011. They moved to Lake Ida in 1984. Doug was a bricklayer which was his passion. He was a partner in Moll and Lomsdal Masonry Contractors and owner of Doug Lomsdal Construction. Doug was a hard working person and took great pride in building homes and apartment buildings in the FargoMoorhead and surrounding areas. Doug and Margaret loved entertaining for family and friends, giving everyone fast jet boat rides and taking pontoon rides around the lake. He had every kind of game imaginable and could spend hours playing cards and dice games. He was an avid sports and race fan. Doug is survived by his sons, Scott (Nancy) Lomsdal, Moorhead and Steven (Kim) Lomsdal, Moorhead; daughters Sandra (Mark) Maring, Hendrum, Minn., and Shannon (James) Schlanser, Fargo; sister Shirley (Joe) Matula, Wash.; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; special friend, Shirley Krogen, Fargo. He was preceded in death by his wife Margaret; parents Albert and Mabel; brothers Malbert, Orris and Donnie, and sister Ardel Skeim.

Doug Lomsdal passed away April 5 with his family by his side in Arizona after having complications from surgery. Lomsdal, age 81, served as HBA president in 1977 and owned Doug Lomsdal Construction. Lee Amble was Lomsdal’s good friend. They lived in the same south Moorhead neighborhood and served on the HBA board of directors together. In fact, Amble who was a Realtor with Lomsdal Fargo Insurance Real Estate, followed Lomsdal as president in 1978. He says, “Doug was a great friend of mine. He was one of the pioneers in forming the strong foundation the HBA currently has. He was very active in the association and never missed a meeting.” Amble says Doug Lomsdal Construction was never a large home builder, but focused on constructing a quality product for its customers. In the late 1970s, the HBA and the building industry were dealing with interest rates in the 12-15 percent range and climbing. They peaked at around 20 percent in the F-M area in the 1980s. He also remembers Lomsdal’s penchant for collector cars and him constructing a special shop to store them, which Amble was able to visit a few years ago. “Doug and his wife, Margaret, were just great people,” he says. “Compared to some of the others of us, including me, Doug was a quiet, reserved leader who led by example and when he said Lomsdal and Past President John Mahan at the HBA of F-M’s 50th anniversary celebration in 2006. something, others listened.”

Mark your calendars! 2014 Remodeled Home Tour

Sept. 13-14 First entry cost: $600 Additional entries’ cost: $225

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HBA of F-M Builder and Associate Member Feature Foam Doctor’s LLC Alliance, Inc. Experience, diversity give company an edge

Family ownership, values result in success

by Megan Vry, Office Support

Dan Beecher, president of the Foam Doctor’s LLC, and The idea for Alliance, Inc., Ryan Clayton, vice president, started working together for was born in 2000 in Fargo during the Insulation Place in Grafton in 1992. Bob Blomquist, conversation around a dinner table. Clayton’s father, owned the business. In 1999, the three of In the beginning, the company’s them opened another branch in Fargo. As their business main focus was on raised-access grew, Beecher and Clayton bought the Fargo branch of The flooring for commercial business. Insulation Place from Blomquist and, soon after, changed After its successful bid for the early the company name to Foam Doctor’s, LLC. expansion of Great Plains Software, The Foam Doctor’s, LLC, specializes in three main it received an excellence award for areas. The first is spray-on urethane foam for both closed customer service. The company was and open cell foams. Second is spray-applied coating “off to a good start.” Westby systems for roof coating, polyureas and specialty coating. Kent Westby, president of Lastly, it installs spray-applied acoustical products for Alliance, Inc., says the inspiration for wanting to be a sound attenuation. part of the building industry came from his family. As a Beecher and Clayton agree that over 20 years of child, Westby would build, remodel and even do some experience gives their company an edge, as well as the woodworking. He spent free evenings and weekends wide range of jobs they working on projects with his father have done. Having the and grandfather. As Westby got proper equipment to older, he became active in sales, but perform any size job, continued to help friends and family finishing it efficiently with any remodeling projects that and at the lowest cost came up. for customers, has The motivation behind Westby’s been key to staying passion is meeting clients to consult at the top of their on possible projects, working with industry. However, them to design and provide cost their determination and estimates, and the joy of seeing the willingness to take on reaction to a finished project. His new and diverse tasks family values are important to many has become a major of his clients and a major reason asset that allows the for repeat customers. He also says company to grow and “having a family-owned company Dan Beecher, president of Foam Doctor’s, LLC, with one of the company’s trucks. improve. with skilled personnel and low The decision to be part of the HBA of F-M seemed overhead” are reasons for success. natural. Beecher and Clayton were introduced to the HBA Alliance, Inc.’s, focus has expanded over time and of F-M while working at The Insulation Place in Grafton. entered into the world of residential and commercial Beecher says, “Doing so much residential work, it was easy building. The company currently builds custom homes and to see why we needed to maintain our membership.” remodels both homes and businesses while maintaining the Plus, they appreciate and take part in the HBA’s health family values it was built on. insurance plan. After constructing its first home in 2005, Alliance, Inc., With rapid growth of the spray foam market, architects made the decision to become an HBA of F-M member and builders are seeing the difference the product can because of its networking possibilities and to learn more make. It can decrease the number of call backs further about other aspects of the building industry. down the road. However, the current labor shortage may When asked if there is anything new and/or interesting bring skilled trades to a halt and, along with it, the ability going on in the company or industry right now, Westby to use spray foam. The battle to get young people into the had one thing to say, “These are exciting times for all of right programs to meet labor needs, according to Beecher, us! Currently, the local and state construction industry is the biggest challenge facing today’s industry. is rapidly expanding to meet the growing needs of the He encourages everyone wanting to start in the industry population.” to do your homework. He also strongly encourages those about to join the “Work for someone willing to teach you how to spray industry to not hesitate or be afraid to work in the trades foam correctly and how to trouble shoot for a couple because it can be very rewarding. He also encourages years,” he says. “Inexperience can cause costly mistakes.” membership within the HBA as “they are a great resource.”

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HBA of F-M Industry Spotlight Moore Engineering, Inc. • Jeffry Volk

925 10th Ave E • West Fargo, ND 58078 (701) 282-4692 • www.mooreengineeringinc.com

What is your company’s focus?

“We are consulting engineers and land surveyors with offices in West Fargo, Minot, Fergus Falls, Minn., and Wadena, Minn. We specialize in municipal engineering, transportation, water, wastewater and surface water management.”

What is the latest trend in your business/ industry?

Jeffry Volk

“The latest trend in our industry has been growth. The increased opportunities have allowed most of the local and regional engineering firms to grow. In addition, the increased opportunities have attracted numerous national and international engineering companies to our region.”

What do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it? “Our industry has grown significantly with the local and regional strong economies. The economic strength has allowed our business to grow and has attracted national and international competition into our market space. The largest challenge we face today is to identify and attract the experienced staff necessary to match our growth opportunities. Nationally, there is a general shortage of mid-to-upper-level engineering managers willing to move into our region. With the increase in engineering opportunities, the demand for an already-short supply of experience makes filling open positions difficult. Our approach to dealing with this challenge has been to expand our search capacity and to increase wages and benefits to align with the demand.”

The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry: Attorneys, Accountants, Consultants, Architects, Planners, Drafters & Consultants, and Engineering Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services, Inc. Anderson & Fercho, PLLC Anderson, Bottrell, Sanden & Thompson Associates, Inc. Building Concepts, Inc. Business Resource Group Inc. Conmy Feste Ltd. David L. Vandrovec Design-7 P.C. Eide Bailly LLP Fiebiger, Swanson, West & Co. Foss Architecture & Interiors, Inc. Gary Cavett & Co., CPAs Great Plains Environmental H2 Design / Build Heyer Engineering

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Pre-Registered Members $30 (Register by May 8)

Register at www.hbafm.com. Click “Calendar,” then “Parade Of Homes Celebration”. Or call: (701) 232-5846 email: info@hbafm.com

Late Registrations/ Walk-ins/No-Shows $35 (Cancel by noon, May 12)

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RDC Consultant Sandman Consulting PC Structural Engineering Serkland Law Firm Solberg, Stewart, Miller Stantec T.L. Stroh Architects Trio Environmental Consulting, Inc. Vidger Business Consulting Widmer Roel PC

News from the HBA of F-M Remodelers Council 2014 Remodelers Council Survey reveals focused marketing as key to success NAHB offers free tool for remodelers Chair Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting Ursula Hegvik Russ Richards Rebuilding Together Smart Spaces, Inc. (Past Chair) Fargo-Moorhead Area, Inc. (Vice Chair)

Member Companies

ABC Seamless Accent Contracting ACME TOOLS Allied Building Products Corp. Arvig Security & Surveillance Braaten Cabinets Inc. Casselton Lumber, Inc. Crane Johnson Lumber Company Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. Dave Anderson Construction Design Direction, Inc. Dustin Murray Construction Fargo Linoleum Company Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Showroom Fiske Construction, LLP Foam Doctor’s LLC Granites Unlimited Home Heating, Plumbing & A/C, Inc. Homemakers Villa Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc. Lake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity Laney’s, Inc. Marvin Windows & Doors Minnkota Windows, Inc. Norandex Opp Construction Paul Davis Restoration & Remodeling of the Red River Valley Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area, Inc. Red River Electric, Inc. RRC Specialties, Inc. Simonson Lumber Smart Spaces, Inc. Stenerson Lumber Stone Countertop Outlet Stone Holding Company Studs to Rugs, Inc. Syverson Tile & Stone Twin City Garage Door, Inc. Western Products, Inc.

A recent survey of remodelers by Qualified Remodeler magazine found that one of the keys to business success in 2013 was to dial back random marketing attempts and focus more on direct marketing to key demographic consumers. Direct marketing to a targeted demographic group can help you find the best clients for your company. Available for free only to NAHB Remodelers members, new data analysis allows remodelers to zoom in on the home improvement spending habits of home owners in their area by ZIP code. NAHB Remodelers members have this new tool in their marketing toolbox, available free at nahb.org/localremodels. The model also contains several components that indicate increased remodeling activity, such as home owner spending, income and education levels as well as the share of homes which need the most updating – those built in the 1960s and 1970s. Login to nahb.org and take advantage of this exciting new member benefit in 2014. It’s time to dial back back the random marketing and focus on finding the best clients for your company. Remodelers can use this information to: • Generate business from new and existing customers; • Target new markets at the micro-level; and • Gain valuable insight about local home owner spending, education and income levels to match a desired customer profile.

Remodelers Council Picnic May 16 The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free picnic lunch May 16 at the HBA of F-M, 1802 32nd Ave. S., Fargo. The picnic, sponsored by LP Building Products, runs 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group. The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHB’s Remodelers group and has its own dues structure. It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members, providing information, certification, education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive. Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonw@hbafm.com by 4:30 p.m. May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions.

Who remodels?

According to the 2009 HUD/Census American Housing Survey, households under the age of 35 account for 11 percent of the money spent by home owners on professional remodeling jobs. Home owners between the ages of 35 and 44 account for 22 percent, home owners between the ages of 45 and 54 for 24 percent, home owners between the age of 55 and 64 for 23 percent, and home owners 65 or older for 20 percent.

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What’s up with the HBA staff

You will notice some new faces at the HBA of F-M. Stop by and introduce yourself! Public Affairs Coordinator Roz Leighton started full time April 14 and Communications & Office Coordinator Chelsea Smith will start May 19. Leighton assists the executive officer and HBA members in representing and communicating the legislative positions of the Association. She will graduate from North Dakota State University this month with a bachelor’s degree in agricultural economics. She brings two years of political experience in campaigns, PACs, political non-profits and worked for U.S. Sen. John Hoeven.

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Smith will help coordinate various HBA of F-M publications, assist with print projects, answers the telephone and provide clerical and organizational support to members and staff. She will graduate from North Dakota State University this month with a bachelor’s degree in public relations and advertising. Smith is originally from Fargo, has a customer service background and has worked for a local artist to help promote and brand her products and business via social media.

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Leighton was born and raised in Minneapolis and won champion novice sheep showman and novice commercial beef showman in Little International at NDSU. She was on NDSU’s Homecoming Court last year. She has been a lifeguard for almost eight years, and once rescued four people at once Leighton enjoys spending time with friends, going to the lake, swimming, NDSU football games, rooftop patios in the summer, wakeboarding, waterskiing, really anything to do with summer. She spent five months working in the oilfields and loved it. “The people were awesome and the crew camp food is incredible,” she says. She loves new experiences and once ate chicken feet in Chinatown while travelling. Her secret career goal is to run a deep sea fishing charter. Public Affairs Coordinator Roz Leighton

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Smith was born in Anchorage, Alaska, but moved to Fargo when she was one, so calls it her “hometown.” In her free time, she likes to hang out with friends and family. Smith loves to bake and says, “But, it absolutely has to have chocolate in it. Hopefully everyone likes desserts!” She also enjoys sewing if she has free time. A fan of animals, Smith’s friends joke that she will be the crazy cat lady because of her obsession with cats. “I only have one, for now,” she says. She loves to travel and hopes to visit many exciting places.

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Nogosek turns 30

Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek turned 30 on April 1. The HBA staff surprised her by dressing in all black to mourn the passing of her 20s, baked a cake and decorated her cubicle with balloons and streamers. When you stop in to meet the new staff members, you can also congratulate her on being over the hill!

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News from the Home Builders Care Foundation 2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake 2014 Home Builders Care Board of Trustees Agassiz Habitat for Humanity

President Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment & Supply DAN PARROW ISR Homes (Vice President) BOB KOCHMANN Kochmann Brothers (Secretary) Homes, Inc. CASEY BECKERLEG Stenerson Lumber (Treasurer) CHAD MALOY Gate City Bank (Past President) DAVE ANDERSON Dave Anderson Construction CARL BLANK Structural Materials, Inc. RANDY CRAMER NAI North Central JESSICA GRONDAHL CrossFit Fargo MONICA HART Monica Hart Interior Design, Inc. BRAD MORRIS Casselton Lumber, Inc. ANDY NELSON Lavelle Company STAN BIRKY Stan Birky (HBA Liaison) Construction, Inc.

The foundation, created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of FargoMoorhead, is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization. It was established with funds donated by HBA members, fundraising events and the HBA itself. The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder, remodeler, and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition, construction, and remodeling. The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge. Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work.

Momentum for the 2014 HBC Build is starting to gather! Our family for this build is Sonia Greer and her daughter, Madison (age 9), who are currently living in a trailer home in Fargo. Greer is employed at North Dakota State University and is a veteran who served in the United States Air Force for over seven years. She is excited to be able to provide her daughter with a safe and healthy home to live in through the Habitat for Humanityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s homeownership program. She heard about the Habitat partnership while she was volunteering at a Habitat build site in California. The HBA of F-M 2014 Home Builders Care Build with and HBC build will Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity be located in south Moorhead and will be Cash Donors the first-ever Veteran Fargo-Moorhead AM Rotary Club Build in our area. We Tour de Habitat plan to break ground this Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead month and are gathering Material Donors donations of materials Eid-Co Buildings, Inc. and labor. Watch your Vivid Interiors mailbox for a donation request form coming Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting soon! See the facing Showroom page for a list of items Gopher Excavation, Inc. we need. Northland Truss Systems, Inc. Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house, so please make your donations accordingly.

Support the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades

The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13. We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success. This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development. We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that. For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials, tools and instructors. Become an Adopt-AStudent sponsor today! If you need workers, the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is a great place to meet and work with students. We are seeking contractors to work with students during the Academy. If you are interested in helping out, please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com. Applications are available at www.hbcfm.com for students, ages 15 and older, who are interested in attending the Academy. If you know of any student who should attend, contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com and she will be happy to send an application out.

Strategic Plan

The Home Builders Care Board of Trustees approved its five-year strategic plan at our April Board meeting. I am very excited about our renewed focus on workforce development. We have some great ideas on how to promote the industry to students and young people. See page 31 for a recap of our strategic plan.

Workforce Development

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Minnesota State Community and Technical College Career Fair to promote our industry and have come up with some great ideas on how to better promote open positions within the home building industry. Staff will be keeping track of upcoming career fairs. Please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com with any current job openings because we would like to try and promote the opportunities. Home Builders Care and HBA of F-M are partnering with Fargo Public Schools and the Fargo building officials to host a student event in conjunction with the North Dakota Building Official Association meeting in September. We will host a career fair in the afternoon of Sept. 11. We would like to have a wide representation of all the trades at this career fair. Please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com if you are interested in participating. We will be sending out more detailed information this summer.

Support Your Foundation

HBA of F-M members have many ways to support Home Builders Care. The HBC Board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation. • Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see below for levels). The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues, invest at least $365 in NDAB-PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care. • Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online. Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support. Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back. • Take your aluminum, magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care. • Host us at any public or networking event you organize. We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money. • Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session. For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers. • Volunteer at the Health Tech & Trades Career Expo in December. We always need people to represent our industry. Start planning an interactive booth now! • Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift. We are happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client.

Framework for the Future Framework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundation’s long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving, support additional projects and provide for endowment growth. HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community. • Triple Players: HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have, in addition to paying HBA membership dues, invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-aday contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each. • Trades for Grades donors: Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given. • Builders Club: Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2,500+.

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• Bronze donors: $1-$499.99

List of materials needed for Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity • Concrete Materials • Roof trusses • Plumbing: 50 gallon electric water heater (could be tankless) • Electrical: trim and fixtures • Lighting: $1,500 maximum allowance for home owner to choose fixtures • HVAC: a gas forced air furnace, 95 to 99 percent efficient; rough-in and duct work • Lumber • Shingles and all roofing materials: Soffit, fascia and f-channel • Exterior doors and windows • Interior doors • Garage door and opener • Drywall • Tape, texturing and painting • Insulation • Cabinets and vanities • Countertops • Flooring • Landscaping • On-site waste: roll-off dumpster and landfill fees • Utilities during build • Nails and fasteners • Caulking • Adhesive for sub-floors • Tyvek • Port-A-Potty • Storm water maintenance • Window treatments • Closet shelves

• Silver donors: $500-$1,999.99 • Gold donors: $2,000 plus Consider making your donation today and supporting HBC’s efforts in 2014. HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M. The Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area. Cash and checks are always welcome. Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will. Talk to your attorney today. For more information, contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com.

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Help area high school students attend the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades!

Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal! It defrays the cost of materials, instructor fees and tools. What is the academy? This program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry. Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals, learning about occupations, tools, safety requirements, and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry! There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business, hands-on, mentored by area contractors. What you get by adopting a student: • The tax benefit of a charitable donation! • The satisfaction of helping a student attend the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades. Recognition • In the HBA of F-M’s monthly newsletter, the Plains Builder • During the Academy’s sponsor luncheon • At the Academy’s graduation ceremony __Yes, I want to sponsor a student! Name:_______________________________ Company:____________________________ Address:_____________________________ City/State/Zip:_________________________ EMail:_______________________________ Telephone:____________________________ Fax:_________________________________ Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation. HBC will forward the donation to the Academy. By donating through Home Builders Care, a 501(c)3 charitable organization, your donation is tax deductible. Thank you! People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care!

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What Clay you get by adopting a student: Dietrich, Dietrich Homes, Inc. • The tax benefit of a charitable donation! Jason Eid, Eid-Co Buildings • The satisfaction of helping a student attend the Ryan Hoss Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades. Nancy Kelly, Labor Masters Recognition • In the HBA Lamperts of F-M’s monthly newsletter, the Lumber Plains Builder Structural Materials, Inc. • During the Academy’s sponsor luncheon Sylvia Lunski, Design Direction, Inc. • At the Academy’s graduation ceremony Eric Rokke, Rokke Construction __Yes, I want to sponsor a student! Jeff Swenson, Twin City Garage Door, Inc. Name:_______________________________ Company:____________________________ Address:_____________________________ City/State/Zip:_________________________ EMail:_______________________________ UPS now offers National Association of Home Telephone:____________________________ Builders member discounts up to 36 percent (with one Fax:_________________________________ driver picking up both express and ground packages), Please make youroff check Builders or the option to drop any payable packagetoatHome any UPS Care Foundation. HBC will forward the donation location. Visit www.savewithups.com/nahb or call to the Academy. Byand donating through Home Builders 1-800-MEMBERS a representative will assist you. Care, a 501(c)3 charitable organization, your In addition to UPS small package shipments (less is tax freight/LTL deductible. (less-than-truckload) thandonation 150 pounds), shipments are available to members at discounts Thank you! ranging from 70-84 percent from four different freight People like you demonstrate that builders and the carriers. building industry care!

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Home Builders Care of F-M Foundation finalizes strategic plan

Carl Blank Structural Materials HBC Strategic Plan Monitor

After much thought and discussion, your Home Builders Care board of trustees has approved a five-year strategic plan. We redefined our purpose statement to read: Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation provides a positive outlet for the housing industry to give back to the community, building a framework for the future. We also set a five-year vision to grow our endowment and to spend 75 percent of our annual budget on programs and giving. In order to achieve our vision we have set goals and objectives.

To assist members with productivity and workforce training

A qualified workforce is always important to our industry, but when it is difficult to find, it becomes even more critical. Some ways we plan on achieving this goal include promoting the industry to high school and post-secondary schools, expanding the abilities of the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades, providing career path opportunities, supporting students and working with the HBA of F-M to post job openings.

Support projects that are related to the housing industry

Home Builders Care Foundation Purpose Statement:

It is still important for us Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead to support projects related Foundation provides a positive outlet for the to the housing industry like housing industry to give back to the community, Lake Agassiz Habitat for building a framework for the future. Humanity and Rebuilding Together of Fargo-Moorhead Area, Inc. Home Builders Care will continue to maintain relationships with these organizations and help where we can. Home Builders Care will also plan to support ramp projects in conjunction with the HBA of F-M Remodelers Council. We will also consider any projects as they come.

Increase the prosperity of HBC as an organization

As an organization, Home Builders Care needs to pay attention to its growth and vitality. To accomplish that, we will explore hiring a fundraising consultant to help us raise money for our endowment. We will also be determining the needs of a full-time staff person and how that could be supported by Home Builders Care. A good web presence is a necessity in this day and age, so we will work with the HBA of F-M to develop a better website.

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Remodelers Council Picnic May 16

The Remodelers Council will host a free picnic lunch 11 a.m. 1 p.m. May 16 to celebrate May as National Remodeling Month. Join us to help the Council celebrate! We will grill brats with all the fixings as well as potato salad, chips and a cooler full of beverages (appropriate for going back to work, of course). This event is sponsored by LP Building Products. The Remodelers Council helps plan the Fall Home Show and the Remodeled Home Tour and builds ramps to make homes handicap-accessible through a partnership with Freedom Resources Center. The council has its own dues structure of $70 per year and is recognized by National Association of Home Builders. The NAHB Remodelers Council was founded in 1982 and the HBA of F-M Remodelers Council was formed in 1990. We currently have 39 member companies on the council and they are promoted in their own section of the Membership Directory & Consumer Guide. If you work in the remodeling industry, consider joining the HBA Remodelers Council.

HBA education programs serve over 370 in first quarter

Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes Education Committee Chair

The HBA of F-M’s educational program continually grows. Part of our purpose is to help increase the professionalism of our members and keep them up-to-date on the latest code and regulatory changes. Through April, we have already served over 370 members and non-members through a variety of continuing education required by law, as well as safety classes, lunch sessions, city meetings and more.

Electrical contractor education

Jan. 10 was the start of the first continuing education class for the year. The electrical contractor license renewal class brought in 48 attendees and was taught by Gerry Imdieke, Minnesota State Community and Technical College – Moorhead. Thank you to our sponsors: Dakota Supply Group and Wesco Distribution, Inc.

Plumbing contractor education

The HBA offered plumbing continuing education in partnership with M State for the first year. We will also offer an eight-hour class in the fall as contractors comply with this new rule from the state of Minnesota. Fifty-eight attended the class instructed by Scott Thompson of M State on Jan. 31. Thank you sponsor, Goodin Company!

Minnesota building contractor education

Minnesota contractor license renewal classes were held Feb. 3 and Feb. 21, the first at Butler Machinery Training Facility, and the second at the Fargodome. A total of 83 contractors attended. Thank you to Darrell George and his team at Building Products, Inc., for instructing the sessions. This year’s topics included: ventilation concepts and trouble shooting, energy codes, house wraps and siding, metal roofing and decking systems. The classes received positive feedback and this spring, the Education Committee will review suggested future topics for next year. Thank you to our sponsors of both classes: the city of Moorhead, Butler Machinery, and Building Products, Inc. We appreciate your support!

Power limited technician education

The HBA held a power limited technician continuing education class March 7. This was the third year the HBA offered the class, and there were a total of 54 attendees. The class was instructed by Imdieke, who also taught the electrical course. Thank you to sponsor Dakota Supply Group!

Safety Training

Through a grant secured through North Dakota Workforce Safety & Insurance, the HBA hosted an “OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course” March 25-28 at Cass County Electric Cooperative/Enventis in Fargo. It was taught by Matt Stein, Stein Safety & Health Services out of Eau Claire, Wisc. Forty two attended the offering which was sponsored by Cass County Electric Cooperative. We also held an “OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course” April 29-30 taught by Mylon Stark of Big Picture Safety, LLC. As of press time, this course was full with 40 registered and a waiting list!

Lunch sessions, plus more

Every month the HBA is proud to offer Lunch Sessions for its members. These are 90-minute classes, usually held at the HBA office, that cover a variety of topics throughout the year. So far in 2014, the HBA hosted classes on trade show marketing, proper flashing installation, a builder information session with the city of Moorhead, an update from Oxbow on home building opportunities, and updates from the city of Fargo on its floodproofing policy. Upcoming classes can always be found in the Plains Builder, the weekly email, and online at www. hbafm.com. Thank you to our instructors for 2013 and to those who have taught so far in 2014. The Education Committee is in charge of developing education programs for the Association and providing continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing. Its purpose is to assist the development, professionalism, and profitability of HBA members and the industry. Contact the HBA at (701) 232-5846 or info@hbafm.com if you have any suggestions or are interested in joining the Education Committee.

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Household Spending Before the Great Recession, household wealth peaked at $68.8 trillion or $254,600 per person. If that seems like more money than you have, it’s because wealth isn’t evenly distributed. The rich have much Elliot more of it than the poor. As a result, Eisenberg, back in 2007, the median family Ph.D., had wealth of just $126,000 while Graphsand the average family had $584,000. Laughs, LLC Then the recession hit, house prices plunged, stock markets cratered and household wealth hit a low of $56.6 trillion in 2009. Since then stock markets around the world have staged a remarkable recovery and house prices have been steadily recovering. As a result, household wealth now stands at $80.7 trillion, almost $12 trillion more than before the recession. So things have more than recovered, right? Not quite. Since 2007 there has been inflation and the U.S. population has grown by 20 million people. As a result, inflation-adjusted per capita wealth is now $254,000, just a shade less than it was before the Great Recession. So we are at least back where we were before the recession hit, right? Not so fast. The problem is that the asset price recovery has been profoundly unequal and that has caused the distribution of wealth to change dramatically. And that has huge implications for the economy. Home owner equity hit $10 trillion last quarter, and while way up from a low of $6.3 trillion in 2011, it’s nowhere near the pre-recession high of $13.4 trillion. By contrast, equities have soared and are now worth almost $23 billion, way more than their pre-recession high of $18.3 trillion. The economic kicker is that equities are primarily owned by upper-income households, while home equity is the major source of wealth for everybody else. This means that while the rich are roughly $5 trillion wealthier than they were before the recession, all other households are about $3.5 trillion poorer. And while the upper classes spend more when their wealth increases, it’s nothing like the increase in spending that occurs when the rest of the population feels better off. A huge chunk of middle class spending is the result

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of tapping into home equity via cash-out refinancing. Regrettably, despite rising home prices many households are still under water, credit remains harder to get than ever before, and many households now have mortgages with extremely low interest rates and are simply unwilling to tap into their home equity. As a result, mortgage equity withdrawal has nearly stopped. After peaking at $320 billion in 2006, it was just $32 billion last year, a decline of almost $300 billion, and that is the highest it’s been since 2010! In addition to the rich, another group that has done well is older Americans. Families headed by someone under 40 have on average recovered only one-third of their lost wealth, but families headed by someone middle-aged or older have recouped all their losses as more of their wealth is in stock and less in housing. And regrettably the middleaged and the elderly, like the wealthy, are less likely to spend their capital gains than younger middle class families. As a result of the profoundly uneven wealth recovery, spending on luxury goods has done very well but firms that rely on middle class spending are not enjoying nearly as much of a renaissance. For that to change wages will have to start rising. Elliot Eisenberg, Ph.D. is President of GraphsandLaughs, LLC and can be reached at Elliot@ graphsandlaughs.net. His daily 70 word economics and policy blog can be seen at www.econ70.com.

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#246 Corner Network vs. Networking! by Amy Berg, NAWIC Chapter Member

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Network - A group or system of interconnected people or things. • Networking - The exchange of information or services among individuals, groups or institutions; specifically: the cultivation of productive relationships for employment or business. We list “networking” as a benefit and/or value of being a NAWIC member. Is it the networking or should we be using “building a network” of women to exchange information and services that meet our core purpose “to enhance the success of women in the construction industry?”

By meeting the Membership/Public Relations and Marketing challenge to identify which aspects of the construction industry we already have in our chapters and then seek out memberships to fill where we have vacancies, we are building our network base. A way to find these members is by using the old standards (mail, phone, news) while also using new technology (Facebook, Twitter, email, etc.) to introduce companies to NAWIC. If we are open to using all forms of media outlets to connect with the public we have a better chance to “build our network,” thus growing NAWIC back to the membership levels we have had. Fargo-Moorhead has a variety of programs planned through September – please join us at one or more of them to learn more about the construction industry and NAWIC. May 8 - “Sanford Hospital – Under Construction” Presented by Joanna Slominski of Mortenson Construction June 12 - “Tour of DIY Wood Studio” July 10 - “Corks & Canvas – Art and Wine Walk” Downtown Fargo Aug. 14 - “STEM Education – Science, Technology, Engineering, Math” Presented by David DeMuth, Jr.,Great Plains STEM Education Center Sept. 11 - 14th Annual Golf Tournament For more details about our upcoming programs go to: www.nawicfm246.org. For more information about NAWIC as a whole, go to: www.nawic.org.

Bring Share Expand someone new.

the experience .

your network .

Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the Parade of Homes Celebration Tuesday, May 13.

6 p.m. • Ramada Plaza & Suites • 1635 42nd St S, Fargo

Visit www.hbafm.com or call (701) 232-5846 to register.

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June 3: Free federal housing practitioner’s training

HUD and USDA Rural Development will provide up-to-date training to housing providers and program administrators throughout the region. This one-day training will also engage the federal agencies and industry partners to develop creative interdisciplinary solutions to our region’s housing challenges. Training topics to be covered: • • • •

USDA/HUD FHA Single Family Programs - Lender/Realtor focused - Federal partners will provide updates to eligibility, origination, processing, and Fair Housing requirements. HUD/USDA Multi-family Programs - Federal experts will provide development, finance, occupancy, and Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity (FHEO) updates. HUD Office of Public Housing - Regional Office of Public Housing representatives will provide program updates, fair housing, finance management and program overviews. Special Initiatives - Housing issues pertaining to veterans, homeless, people with special needs, domestic violence, economic development/ workforce, and elected officials.

Details: • • • •

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7 a.m. - 5 p.m. June 3 Ramada Plaza & Suites, 1635 42nd St. S., Fargo Contact Info: Oswald Scantlebury, (701) 293-2831, oswald.s.scantlebury@hud.gov Realtor credits are pending

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No one likes to leave money on the table. So, what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nation’s leading housing industry product suppliers? Well, now you can! The North Dakota Association of Builders’ Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line. For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use, and when you close on a home or project, you’ll be putting money back in your pocket. Both Builder and Remodeler companies, no matter how large or small, qualify for the program, and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer.

To start receiving your rebate, please register online at www. hbarebates.com/ndab.html.

HBA of F-M Member Renewal Report Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M. The number of years they’ve been members is reflected behind the company name. If you notice discrepancies, please let us know so we can update our records: (701) 232-5846. (Allow 60 days for name to reappear.) Gate City Bank.....................................................................57 Laney’s, Inc...........................................................................45 Town & Country Realty.........................................................35 Voxland Electric....................................................................35 Cole Wholesale Flooring......................................................33 Lavelle Company..................................................................33 Twin City Garage Door, Inc...................................................33 ACME TOOLS......................................................................32 Olson Pools & Spas..............................................................32 Automatic Heating Company................................................32 Adams, Inc............................................................................30 Hoglund Landscape Inc........................................................30 United Rentals......................................................................30 D & U Construction, Inc........................................................25 NetWork Center, Inc.............................................................24 Norandex..............................................................................23 Advance Garage Door, Inc...................................................21 J.V. Hough, Inc......................................................................21 Lako Drilling, Inc...................................................................21 Dahl’s Industrial Tool Company............................................20 Town & Country Credit Union...............................................19 Ellenson Caulking, LLC........................................................18 Heritage Homes...................................................................16 Lamperts Lumber.................................................................16 Wrigley Mechanical, Inc........................................................16 Bierschbach Equipment & Supply........................................15 Northwest Blinds, Inc............................................................15 Richard L. Pierce, Ltd...........................................................14 J & L Construction................................................................14 Fargo Housing and Redevelopment Authority......................13 Dakota Refrigeration, Inc......................................................12 Design-7 P.C.........................................................................12

Fiske Construction, LLP.......................................................12 Prairie Design Studio, Ltd.....................................................12 Tim Miller Construction LLC.................................................11 Cashway Sales.....................................................................10 Shorestone Development.....................................................10 Gopher Excavating, Inc........................................................10 Naseth Construction, Inc........................................................9 Kummer Construction Inc.......................................................9 Staging Innovations................................................................8 Three Rivers Decorating.........................................................8 Harmon Glass Doctor.............................................................8 Lee Jones & Son Construction Co..........................................8 Granites Unlimited..................................................................7 Klein’s Carpentry Inc..............................................................7 Park Co. Realtors - Terry Ellingson, Realtor...........................7 T.E.M. Industries.....................................................................6 Morris Painting & Decorating Inc............................................6 Realty Connection, LLC - Roberta Gackle, Realtor................5 FM Home & Patio, Inc.............................................................4 RE/MAX Legacy Realty - Morris Pyle, Realtor.......................4 Servpro of Fargo Moorhead...................................................4 Eric Berg Construction, Inc.....................................................4 South Gate Apartments..........................................................4 Dave Meyer Construction.......................................................3 Equity Home Builders, LLC....................................................3 Suby Construction LLC...........................................................3 Luxury Builders / Designs.......................................................2 Insure Forward.......................................................................2 Central Minnesota Credit Union.............................................2 Tyter Design & Construction...................................................1 Kost Materials.........................................................................1 Radiant Creative Homes........................................................1

Join us after the Parade for 2014 Celebration

Update your HBA Membership Directory & Consumer Guide Non-renewals:

in Honor of Parade Participants

Tuesday, May 13

Ramada Plaza & Suites, 1635 42nd St S, Fargo

6 p.m. Social | 7 p.m. Dinner (Business Attire Requested)

Pre-Registered Members $30 (Register by May 8)

Register at www.hbafm.com. Click “Calendar,” then “Parade Of Homes Celebration”. Or call: (701) 232-5846 email: info@hbafm.com

Late Registrations/ Walk-ins/No-Shows $35 (Cancel by noon, May 12)

All Pa rad receiv e Builder s et regis wo free tratio ns.

Chris Hawley Architect Associate • Chris Hawley • (701) 478-4600 Dirtyworks, Inc. Associate • Nicole Johnson • (701) 261-4180 Rainbow Play Systems of North Dakota Associate • Ryan Calsrud • (701) 373-0111 RCJ Framing Specialists Builder • Ryan Johnson • (701) 793-2004 Ross Zink Construction Builder • Ross Zink • (701) 280-2998 Stahl Architects & Builders Builder • Philip Stahl • (701) 241-9083 Valley Central Vacuum Associate • Dave Ruzicka • (701) 205-9225

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HBA of F-M New Member Report Gateway Chevrolet Cadillac

Home Design and Supply

Kim Keller Enterprises Inc.

Lakewood Landing, Inc.

McAuthur Tile Co.

Mid-States Infloor Heat, LLC

Automotive & Equipment Leasing Nita Langer 501 38th St S Fargo, ND 58103 (701) 282-5522 Sponsor: John Koerselman, Red River Drywall & Painting Services, Inc. Real Estate & Sales David Johnson 4630 Amber Valley Pkwy Fargo, ND 58104 (701) 364-4000 Sponsor: Isaac Johnson, Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND

Building Supplies Tyler Odden 301 Center St West Fargo, ND 58078 (701) 532-3212 Sponsor: Chris Schuler, Century Builders

Tile-Supplier Kim Conzemius PO Box 1664 Fargo, ND 58107-1664 (701) 298-3709 Sponsor: Dawn Lahlum, Park Co. Realtors

Real Estate & Sales Kim Keller 1843 Brentwood Ct West Fargo, ND 58078 (701) 532-3212 Sponsor: Chris Schuler, Century Builders

Heating & Air Conditioning - Contractor Dean Slotten 2764 44th Ave N Fargo, ND 58102 (701) 282-5522 Sponsor: John Koerselman, Red River Drywall & Painting Services, Inc

2014 Membership Drive Contenders (November 2013 - October 2014) These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts. Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov. 1, 2013 and Oct. 31, 2014, will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014.

Name, Company

# Recruited

Darrick Guthmiller, Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc......................................................................................................................4 John Koerselman, Red River Drywall & Painting Services, Inc. ....................................................................................................3 Isaac Johnson, Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND ................................................................................................................................2 Ken Krajsa, Bell State Bank & Trust..................................................................................................................................................2 Chris Kulesa, Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND....................................................................................................................................2 Dan Lindquist, Dan Lindquist Construction Inc..............................................................................................................................2 Dawn Schmitt, Braaten Cabinets......................................................................................................................................................2 Casey Beckerleg, Stenerson Lumber...............................................................................................................................................1 Pat Bellmore, Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND....................................................................................................................................1 Jo Carney, Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND........................................................................................................................................1 Don Dabbert Jr., Dabbert Custom Homes........................................................................................................................................1 Ron Dick, Design-7 P.C.......................................................................................................................................................................1 Lori Funfar, DECKMASTERS.............................................................................................................................................................1 Jim Gast, Gast Construction Co. Inc................................................................................................................................................1 Galen Gess, Windows Plus, Inc.........................................................................................................................................................1 Dean Halvorson, Home Improvement by Stenerson.......................................................................................................................1 Ryan Hoss, Matrix Properties............................................................................................................................................................1 Paul Krabbenhoft, Coldwell Banker First Realty.............................................................................................................................1 Dawn Lahlum, Park Company Realtors........................................................................................................................................... 1 Drew Likness, Chase Realty............................................................................................................................................................. 1 Paul Linstad, Grantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mechanical, Inc. ............................................................................................................................................ 1 Terry Lipp, Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Showroom........................................................................................................... 1 Steve Meyer, Lampert Lumber.......................................................................................................................................................... 1 Nancy Michelsen, Vivid Interiors...................................................................................................................................................... 1 Gary Orth, Cornerstone Specialties, Inc.......................................................................................................................................... 1 Joel Peterson, JPD Electric, Inc....................................................................................................................................................... 1 Riley Rude, Western State Bank....................................................................................................................................................... 1 Chris Schuler, Century Builders....................................................................................................................................................... 1 Les Stenerson, Stenerson Lumber.................................................................................................................................................. 1 Dan VanWinkle, First Class Mortgage.............................................................................................................................................. 1

Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts!

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Calendar of Events

ACME TOOLS....................................................................................... 15

May 2014

Aggregate Industries, Inc. - North Central Region................................. 18

May 1-4...................................................... 2014 Spring Parade of Homes May 6...........Education Committee.................................................. 8 a.m. May 7...........Home Builders Care Board.................................. 11:30 a.m.

Bell State Bank & Trust.......................................................................... 20 Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND................................................................ 22 Butler Machinery Company................................................................... 22 BW Insurance Agency, Inc..................................................................... 19 Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr. Inc....................................................... 19 Carpet World......................................................................................... 20

May 9...........Events Committee................................................... 8:15 a.m May 13.........Parade of Homes Celebration......................................6 p.m. May 14.........New Member Development & Retention....................... noon May 15.........Remodelers Council.................................................... 8 a.m.

Cass County Abstract Company........................................................... 19 Cass County Electric Cooperative......................................................... 19 Coldwell Banker First Realty................................................................... 7 Crane Johnson Lumber Company......................................................... 40 DECKMASTERS................................................................................... 22 Goodin Company................................................................................... 39 Hauck & Buchholz Drywall, Inc................................................................ 7

May 15.........HBA Board of Directors............................................. 11 a.m.

Lampert Lumber.................................................................................... 31 Mid-States Truss Company.................................................................... 40

May 16.........Remodelers Council Picnic............................ 11 a.m.-1 p.m. May 19.........Parade of Homes Committee................................. 3:30 p.m. May 20.........Public Issues Committee...................................... 11:30 a.m. May 20.........PAC Committee.................................................... 12:30 p.m.

Minnkota Windows, Inc............................................................................2 Northland Truss Systems, Inc................................................................34 Property Resources Group....................................................................35 Rigels, Inc..............................................................................................38 Stenerson Lumber.................................................................................19 The Title Company................................................................................19 Xcel Energy.............................................................................................3

May 23 ...................................................................... HBA closes at noon

Interested in advertising? Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com

April Guess Who revealed! Guess Who! is a feature every month. We will run a childhood photo of an HBA board member, HBC trustee, Health Plan Trustee, committee chairperson or staff member. April’s Guess Who! Hints: • He grew up in Glydon, Minn. • He cheers for the Vikings, Twins and Nuggets. • He has four children ranging in age from 8-19. • Visit him to “light up your life.”

Answer: Todd Rasmussen, Valley Lights, Inc.

Winner: Hap Hildebrand, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc.

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Home Builders Association of Fargo Moorhead 2014 Permit Report - 1st quarter 2010 DILWORTH

Total Housing Starts Single Family Twin Home Row / Town House Duplex Multi-Family New Commercial Residential Remodel Commercial Remodel Public Miscellaneous Total

Units

2 2 0 0 0 0 0 3 1 0 0 6

2011 Value Permits

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

$335,000 $335,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $17,300 $1,492,125 $0 $0 $1,844,425

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 1 0 0 9

15 13 2 0 0 0 3 67 11 0 21 117

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

$3,150,000 $2,930,000 $220,000 $0 $0 $0 $298,886 $697,852 $2,853,000 $0 $0 $6,999,738

34 24 10 0 0 0 4 167 74 8 42 329

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

26 15 8 3 0 0 1 44 11 0 1 83

0 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Units

2012 Value Permits

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $59,202 $3,000 $0 $0 $62,202

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 1 5

1 1 0 0 0 0 1 56 18 0 3 79

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

$168,000 $168,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $25,000 $659,408 $1,080,665 $0 $0 $1,933,073

$4,781,200 $3,594,700 $1,186,500 $0 $0 $0 $10,618,951 $2,146,675 $5,867,550 $3,978,255 $721,500 $28,114,131

10 10 0 0 0 3 5 167 84 6 49 324

0 0 0 0 207 0 0 0 0 0

$4,148,000 $2,804,000 $894,000 $450,000 $0 $0 $300,000 $600,584 $155,100 $0 $2,000,000 $7,203,684

11 11 0 0 0 0 0 39 9 0 3 62

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

$12,414,200 $9,663,700 $2,300,500 $450,000 $0 $0 $11,217,837 $3,462,411 $10,367,775 $3,978,255 $2,721,500 $44,161,978

22 22 0 0 0 3 6 270 112 6 55 474

Units

2013 Value Permits

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $13,570 $0 $0 $3,000 $16,570

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 0 0 1 7

7 3 4 0 0 0 0 74 17 0 12 110

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

$796,000 $356,000 $440,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $762,606 $2,714,118 $0 $26,000 $4,298,724

$2,237,000 $2,237,000 $0 $0 $0 $10,857,400 $8,745,464 $2,415,898 $12,076,075 $4,753,610 $1,636,200 $42,721,647

26 19 4 3 0 6 11 200 95 8 26 372

0 0 3 0 203 0 0 0 0 0

$2,575,000 $2,575,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $577,124 $1,217,110 $0 $19,700 $4,388,934

41 33 8 0 0 0 13 42 13 0 6 115

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

$4,980,000 $4,980,000 $0 $0 $0 $10,857,400 $8,770,464 $3,711,632 $14,376,850 $4,753,610 $1,655,900 $49,105,856

74 55 16 3 0 6 24 320 125 8 45 602

Units

2014 Value Permits

5-Yr Avg

Units

Value

Permits

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 1 0 1 7

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $47,495 $0 $0 $0 $47,495

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7 1 0 2 10

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $207,789 $3,000,000 $0 $0 $3,207,789

1 1 0 0 0 3 9 50 15 0 7 85

0 0 0 0 118 0 0 0 0 0

$280,000 $280,000 $0 $0 $0 $7,140,000 $11,547,614 $585,680 $2,591,557 $0 $0 $22,144,851

8 8 0 0 0 0 3 63 9 0 5 88

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

$1,919,000 $1,919,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $2,420,000 $566,448 $1,732,603 $0 $0 $6,638,051

6 5 1 0 0 1 3 62 14 0 10 96

$5,445,000 $3,715,000 $830,000 $900,000 $0 $14,177,914 $18,753,470 $2,747,709 $16,471,620 $800,000 $4,827,346 $63,223,059

22 22 0 0 0 0 12 152 109 7 17 319

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

$4,256,903 $4,256,903 $0 $0 $0 $0 $5,929,987 $2,733,670 $7,902,956 $210,200 $2,055,996 $23,089,712

27 15 0 12 0 0 10 170 83 12 48 350

0 0 12 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

$5,798,305 $4,298,305 $0 $1,500,000 $0 $0 $30,023,800 $3,690,515 $12,772,536 $13,641,600 $1,528,501 $67,455,257

24 18 3 3 0 2 8 171 89 8 36 339

$8,038,700 $7,140,700 $898,000 $0 $0 $0 $1,317,000 $569,800 $912,195 $0 $1,542,500 $12,380,195

32 32 0 0 0 0 0 31 7 0 2 72

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

$8,305,130 $8,305,130 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $469,867 $1,870,480 $0 $50,522 $10,695,999

21 15 6 0 0 0 5 35 19 1 6 87

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

$5,741,500 $5,126,500 $615,000 $0 $0 $0 $7,899,900 $1,044,088 $1,603,185 $6,500 $21,300 $16,316,473

26 21 4 1 0 0 4 38 12 0 4 84

$14,279,700 $11,211,700 $2,168,000 $900,000 $0 $14,177,914 $20,070,470 $4,093,685 $20,097,933 $800,000 $6,398,846 $79,918,548

55 55 0 0 0 3 21 239 131 7 27 483

$12,842,033 $12,842,033 $0 $0 $0 $7,140,000 $17,477,601 $3,836,712 $12,364,993 $210,200 $2,106,518 $55,978,057

56 38 6 12 0 0 18 275 112 13 61 535

$13,458,805 $11,343,805 $615,000 $1,500,000 $0 $0 $40,343,700 $5,508,840 $19,108,324 $13,648,100 $1,549,801 $93,617,570

57 45 8 4 0 2 15 277 115 8 50 526

Units

0 0 0

20-Yr Avg Value

Permits

$67,000 $67,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $69,071 $899,025 $0 $600 $1,035,696

1 1 0 0 0 0 0 6 1 0 1 10

$1,262,600 $1,130,600 $132,000 $0 $0 $1,428,000 $2,858,300 $654,399 $2,194,389 $0 $5,200 $8,402,887

9 8 1 0 0 0 2 60 16 0 11 98

$4,503,682 $3,620,382 $403,300 $480,000 $0 $5,007,063 $14,814,334 $2,746,893 $11,018,147 $4,676,733 $2,153,909 $44,920,761

26 17 7 1 0 2 7 165 86 8 20 313

$5,761,666 $5,190,266 $481,400 $90,000 $0 $0 $1,903,380 $652,293 $1,151,614 $1,300 $726,804 $10,197,057

19 14 5 0 0 0 3 34 9 0 6 72

$11,594,948 $10,008,248 $1,016,700 $570,000 $0 $6,435,063 $19,576,014 $4,122,656 $15,263,175 $4,678,033 $2,886,513 $64,556,402

54 40 13 1 0 3 13 266 112 8 38 493

Units

0 0 7

Value

$204,595 $170,695 $33,900 $0 $0 $102,363 $65,000 $57,111 $236,044 $0 $4,338 $669,450

MOORHEAD Total Housing Starts Single Family Twin Home Row / Town House Duplex Multi-Family New Commercial Residential Remodel Commercial Remodel Public Miscellaneous Total

0 0 24

0 0 21

$1,065,280 $975,780 $76,500 $0 $13,000 $644,800 $1,208,421 $751,240 $3,698,421 $225,000 $7,225 $7,600,387

FARGO Total Housing Starts Single Family Twin Home Row / Town House Duplex Multi-Family New Commercial Residential Remodel Commercial Remodel Public Miscellaneous Total

3 0 82

2 0 54

$3,186,476 $2,425,151 $641,325 $120,000 $0 $2,433,838 $9,775,077 $2,177,272 $7,448,354 $3,828,656 $1,052,901 $29,902,573

WEST FARGO Total Housing Starts Single Family Twin Home Row / Town House Duplex Multi-Family New Commercial Residential Remodel Commercial Remodel Public Miscellaneous Total

1 0 0

0 0 33

$2,774,221 $2,305,621 $446,100 $22,500 $0 $690,951 $907,830 $392,153 $731,283 $1,113,676 $265,420 $6,875,533

TOTAL Total Housing Starts Single Family Twin Home Row / Town House Duplex Multi-Family New Commercial Residential Remodel Commercial Remodel Public Miscellaneous Total 4/21/2014

77 54 20 3 0 0 8 281 97 8 64 535

3 0 0 0 0 0

0 0 207 0 0 0

3 0 203 0 0 0

0 0 118 0 0 0

12 0 0

Due to changes made by different jurisdictions after the printing deadline, permit information reported here may have changed. For the most current permit information, please contact the individual cities.

0 0 0

4 0 106

1 0 61

$7,230,571 $5,877,246 $1,197,825 $142,500 $13,000 $3,871,952 $11,956,328 $3,377,775 $12,114,102 $5,167,331 $1,329,884 $45,047,943

Companies will only be approved for one foursome prior to May 27 (Execption: Full-event sponsorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; second entries will be accepted May 16-23)

Starting May 27, if there are still openings, second entries will be accepted.

Member only event!

hba outing Tuesday, June 17 & Tuesday, July 8 (Rain dates June 24 & July 22)

Oxbow Country Club 130 Oxbow Dr, Oxbow N.D.

Schedule

First Entry

June 17

July 8

1. Name:__________________________________________________ Company: ________________________________________________ Email, Phone:______________________________________________ 2. Name:__________________________________________________ Company: ________________________________________________ Email, Phone:______________________________________________ 3. Name:__________________________________________________ Company: ________________________________________________ Email, Phone:______________________________________________ 4. Name:__________________________________________________ Company: ________________________________________________ Email, Phone:______________________________________________

Second Entry*

June 17

July 8

*Second entries will only be accepted after May 27, if space is still available. Entries will be taken in order of when initial entry was submitted. Exception: full-event sponsorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; second entries will be accepted May 16-23.

1. Name:__________________________________________________

10:30 a.m............... Tips from the Pro 10:15 - 11:15 a.m.......... Registration 11:30 a.m................... Shotgun Start 5:30 p.m................................. Dinner

Company: ________________________________________________

$320 per team of four or $80 per person

3. Name:__________________________________________________

(Includes green fees, golf carts, golf tips, dinner and prizes)

Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date. Payment must accompany the form. Cancellations must be made by June 10 or July 1, respectively, to receive a refund.

Email, Phone:______________________________________________ 2. Name:__________________________________________________ Company: ________________________________________________ Email, Phone:______________________________________________ Company: ________________________________________________ Email, Phone:______________________________________________ 4. Name:__________________________________________________ Company: ________________________________________________ Email, Phone:______________________________________________

Payment*

*Must accompany the form!

Check Enclosed for $__________

Visa

MasterCard

__ __ __ __-__ __ __ __-__ __ __ __- __ __ __ __ Expiration date:_________Security Code: ________ Sponsorship opportunities still available. Contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindsey@hbafm.com

CC Billing Address _______________________________________ City:________________________State:___________Zip:________________ Signature:____________________________________Date: ____________

Home Builders Assocation of Fargo-Moorhead |1802 32nd Ave S Fargo, N.D. 58103 | Phone: (701) 232-5846 | Fax: (701) 280-1108 | lindsey@hbafm.com

Home Builders Care Build with Habitat needs your help!

Donations of materials and labor are needed to complete the 2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity. Check out the needs below and commit to support this project!

Cash

Labor & Materials Want to give labor or materials? Check out the list below for what is needed and let us know what you can provide.

• Plumbing: rough-in • Electrical: roughin, trim and fixtures In an effort to scale the • Lighting: $1,500 fundraising ladder step by allowance for step, consider donating at homeowner to least $100 to support the choose fixtures Home Builders Care Build • HVAC: a electric with Habitat. forced air furnace, 95 to 99 percent Yes, I will give $100 to efficient; rough-in Home Builders Care and duct work Build with Habitat! • Lumber • Shingles and all roofing materials One $100 installment • Siding: Apex siding Other amount_____ • Soffit, fascia and f-channel Donation enclosed • Exterior doors and windows Please bill me. • Interior doors and finishes t that Habita Remember modest Homes are donation and every in the is included alue of mortgage v so please the house, donations make your . accordingly

• Drywall • Tape, texturing and painting: Eggshell paint for entire house • Cabinets, Countertops and Vanities • On-site waste: rolloff dumpster and landfill fees • Utilities during build • Nails • Caulking • Adhesive for subfloors • Tyvek

Yes, I can donate labor or materials for the Home Builders Care Build for Habitat! Name:__________________________ Company:_______________________ Item to donate:_________________________

Name:__________________________ Company:_______________________

Value of donation:________________________ If you have questions about donating materials or labor contact Rob Rich with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity at (218) 329-4583 or (218) 284-5253 ext. 2.

Send this form to HBC Foundation 1802 32nd Ave S, Fargo ND, 58103, email to jenny@hbafm.com or fax to (701) 280-1108.

Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re invited! Remodelerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Council Picnic Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry with a free lunch!

What: Remodelers Council Picnic When: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., May 16 Where: Home Builders Association, 1802 32nd Ave. S., Fargo Menu: Brats with all the fixings, potato salad, chips, beverages

Please pre-register

so we can be sure to have enough food: (701) 232-5846 or email allisonw@hbafm.com

This event is open to all members.

We hope to see you there!