April 2014 HBA of F-M Plains Builder by Home Builders Association of F-M

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

Fargo revises floodproofing policy

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Spring Parade of Homes Two four-day weekends: April 24-27, May 1-4 Parade Celebration Member Meeting: May 13 See pages 7-9

Platinum Sponsor

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 KRISTA MUND AMANDA OHLSEN LINDSEY NOGOSEK ALLISON WECKMAN

Executive Vice President Development & Project Coordinator Communications Manager Director of Accounting & Records Events 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 DAWN CRUFF 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. RHR 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

Parade of Homes Celebration, May 13

Spring Parade of Homes

10 Something revolutionary: Marvin Interior Shade System 11

Moorhead mayor, officials conduct lunch meeting

Oxbow to develop, build 40 homes

Flood insurance bill passage a boost for housing

Building official’s corner: Flood proofing code changes and permit processing

HBA participates in NDAB board meeting, discusses industry issues

Leaders travel to St. Paul

Golf Outing sponsorships available

18 HBA leaders meet with U.S. Congressional delegates 20

‘Chilly’ Cook Off recap

Member of the Month: Josh Amundson

Meet your HBA Board: Gary Orth

RC Focus: Joel Harms, Stenerson Lumber

Home Builders Care Build with Habitat

In Every Issue: 4 News Briefs 6 Local President’s Report 11 Local Public Issues Report 12 NDAB State Association Report 14 BAM State Association Report 15 NAHB National Public Issues Report 24 Builder Member Feature 25 Industry Spotlight 26 Remodelers Council Report 28 Home Builders Care Foundation Report 36 Renewals 37 New Member Report

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. On the Cover April’s cover features a home built by 2012 Builder of the Year Dave Anderson, Dave Anderson Construction, Inc. It is located in north Moorhead and was designed by owners Rachael and Jeff Boyer of The Brush’s End Painting Co. Photo credit: Overflow Photo.

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News Briefs Hires & Promotions • Bell State Bank & Trust promoted Casey Whipple to vice president/correspondent credit manager, Ryan Johnson and Gina Jaroszewski to personal banking officers. • Cass County Electric Cooperative promoted Jodi Bullinger to manager of engineering and Troy Knutson to manager of technical services. • Choice Financial promoted Eddie Sheeley to assistant vice president/ business banking officer. • Cornerstone Bank hired Trisha Christianson as executive assistant. • Eide Bailly hired Candace Boyer, Dyan Hoffman, Cornell Hofer, Paul Schulz and Trudy Wilmer. • Fargo Housing and Redevelopment Authority hired Melanie Maslo as ROSS Services Coordinator and Reed Sabbe as property manager for scattered-sites properties. Fargo Housing also promoted Meliha Cavkusic to property manager for the Lashkowitz High Rise, Randy Knutson to mechanical operations specialist for the high rises, Kayla Evenson to office specialistinspections/reception, Dan Vagle to building maintenance for the tax credit properties and Scott Wolsky to lead building maintenance for the tax credit properties. • Fiebiger, Swanson West & Co. hired Jennifer Nelson as an accounting technician at the Fargo location. • First International Bank & Trust hired Christina Graalum, as a marketing assistant, Joan Wrolstad as trust officer and Travis Thomas as a help desk technician and promoted Traci Wiebe to office status. Graalum, a graduate from MSUM majoring in business administration and marketing, takes on the role of working to further marketing initiatives across the bank’s footprint.

Graalum lives in Fargo with her husband,Kris. Wiebe has been with First International Bank & Trust for over ten years. She lives in Fargo with her husband, Kevin.

Graalum Wiebe • FM Title hired Dani Nagel as a closing officer and Traci Grundstrom in charge of postclosing activities at the firm. • Gate City Bank promoted Carrie Lick to office manager, Jay Krabbenhoft to senior vice president, Jennifer Dirk, Roseann Lund, Sherri Smith and Kevin Warner to vice president and Stephanie Anton, Brady Duffy, Justin Dunn, Amy Durbin, Julie Lamb, Lisa Liken, Janet Mindt and Rae Ann Schaan to assistant vice presidents. • Keller Williams Roers Realty hired Julie Breidenbach as a new agent. • Park Co. Realtors hired Mark Mills and Pam Midthune as sales associates. • RE/MAX Legacy Realty hired Maria Miles, Isaac Handegard, and Kathy Adams as licensed real estate agents. • TRN Abstract & Title, Fargo promoted Denise Graunke to closing manager, and hired LeighAnn Knopp, as senior closing agent. Knopp has 11 Knopp years in the title insurance industry, and is a licensed title insurance agent in both North Dakota and Minnesota.

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Knopp graduated from University of North Dakota with a bachelor’s degree in marketing and management. She currently lives in Fargo with her son. • VISIONBank promoted Lyndee Evavold to senior real estate processer, Kristi Kelley to audit and risk manager and Chantal Joyce to operations assistant. • Western State Bank hired Kim Koenders as business banking assistant. Awards & Accolades • American Federal Bank has honored several Fargo-Moorhead area employees with Sale Star awards for their outstanding sales and sales referral performances in 2013. • Nor-Son, Inc., received the Eagle Award from the Minnesota Associated Builders and Contractors for its renovation and repurposing of a 1950s-era school in Stanton, N.D. • Prudential Premier Real Estate has awarded 31 of its real estate agents with Top of the Rock Club status. • Kim Keller of Park Co. Realtors received the Quality Service Certified Platinum award for the second year in a row. • Realty Executives North Plains honors Gerry Gangnes, Greg Baldwin and Mary Vigen as the year’s top three individual producers. It also named The Metro Team (Dan Madsen, Doug Madsen and Lincoln Nybladh), The Dan Whitman team (Dan Whittman and Karen Radtke) and The Kopperud-Weishaar Team (Rolf Kopperud and Angie Weishaar) as the top three producing teams. • Showplace Wood Products recenlty named Showplace Kitchens N.D. as “ President’s Club Award” winner for exceptional cabinetry sales. This is the seventh year they have been Briefs continued on next page

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recognized for this achievement, which places them among the top Showplace dealers nationwide.

“With the housing market continuing to improve, Showplace has also continued to diversify, moving our capabilities in partners like Showplace Kitchens N.D. who are committed to being highlytrained and well-informed,” said Showplace President Paul Sova.

Sponsorships for Spring Parade of Homes

Sponsorship opportunities are available for the Spring Parade of Homes starting at $1,500. Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com for more information.

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 33 for the form to adopt a student. To download a student application, visit www.hbcfm.com.

HBA releases 2013 annual report, year in review video

In case you missed the email notifying the membership, the HBA of F-M has released its 2013 annual report and a year in review video. You can access both on the home page at www.hbafm.com.

Thank you Development Map deliver volunteers

The HBA of F-M thanks the following volunteers for the time

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Development Maps to 46 companies for public distribution: • Josh Amundson, FM Home & Patio, Inc. • Stacey Herbel, Gate City Bank • Ashley Kimm, Baker Nursery Garden & Gift • Mandi Smith, Stone Countertop Outlet

NAHB offers new UPS program to members

UPS now offers National Association of Home Builders member discounts up to 36 percent (with one driver picking up both express and ground packages), or the option to drop off any package at any UPS location. Visit www.savewithups.com/ nahb or call 1-800-MEMBERS and a representative will assist you. In addition to UPS small-package shipments (less than 150 pounds), freight/LTL (less-than-truckload) shipments are available to members at discounts ranging from 70-84 percent from four different freight carriers.

Take advantage of NAHB member discounts

National Association of Home Builders members (HBA of F-M members are NAHB members) have access to discounts and savings opportunities offered by many top companies: • Associated Petroleum Products (APP) • Avis • Budget Hewlett Packard • Dell • Endless Vacation Rentals • General • Hertz • Liberty Mutual • Lowe’s • NAHB Career Center • Office Depot • Omaha Steaks • TransFirst • UPS • Wyndham Hotel Group • YRC Freight When working with these companies, remember to identify

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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 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.” 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.

yourself as a member of NAHB to receive the discount. For more information, visit www.nahb.org/ma.

Plains Builder advertising space available

The HBA’s monthly publication, the Plains Builder, is seen by over 15,000 people annually through distrubution to HBA members, local government officials, as well as state and federal legislators. This publication is a great way to market your company to the construction industry. Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com for more information.

Remodelers Council Picnic May 16

The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue at the HBA of F-M, 1802 32nd Ave. S., Fargo, May 16. The picnic runs 11 a.m.- 1p.m. The Council welcomes employees of all member companies and anyone interested in joining the council. The Local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHB’s Remodelers Briefs continued on page 30

HBA of F-M President’s Message HBA keeps busy with legislative meetings, gears up for Habitat build

March was packed full of meetings with our region’s political leaders and state association friends. We have also Carlita Dietz been keeping track of many critical Jay Dietz Construction, Inc. issues affecting our industry. On the North Dakota side, the month began with a trip to Bismarck for a North Dakota Association of Builders’ board of directors meeting. The group heard updates on administrative changes within the state association, discussed upcoming state elections, the 2015 legislative session and meetings with our state Congressional delegation. Later in the month, a group of 11 people traveled to Bismarck again to meet with U.S. Sen. Hoeven, U.S. Sen. Heitkamp and U.S. Rep. Cramer (N.D.) and discussed several critical topics. Read a recap of the state meeting and the topics NDAB addressed with the Congressional delegation on page 17. Thank you to NDAB for the work on these items and organizing the visits with our nation’s leaders. On the Minnesota side, several HBA leaders traveled to St. Paul in mid-March to participate in the Builders Association of Minnesota’s Builder Day at the Capitol. Thank you to BAM for including us in their meetings. It was a very productive visit with Minnesota Sen. Eken, Rep. Lien and Rep. Marquart regarding permanent flood protection for Moorhead and legislation that could help level the competitive playing field regarding codes regulation in the F-M metro. Look for a recap on page 17. We also coordinated a local visit with U.S. Sen. Collin Peterson last month as he was back in town during recess. On the local level, the HBA organized informational meetings for Builder members with the city of Moorhead and city of Oxbow on opportunities and changes happening in those jurisdictions. See page 11 for details. As you can see, last month was filled with opportunities for your HBA to do its job of talking to our local, state and national leaders regarding issues critical to your livelihood: building and remodeling homes and developing land. If you are interested in becoming more involved with these

activities, please contact the office at (701) 232-5846 or email Allison Weckman at allisonw@hbafm.com. We are also reporting in this issue on impending foundation flood-proofing changes in Fargo, building permit fee increases, new fire sprinkler legislation in Minnesota, and national flood insurance legislation success.

Back your PAC

PAC dollars are directly related to these legislative activities! You have probably seen promotions for fundraising for the National Association of Home Builders political action committee (BUILD-PAC). If you haven’t already sent in your contribution, I urge you to do so. It is our goal to get as many of our members engaged in supporting PAC as possible. No amount is too small. BUILD-PAC, which is NAHB’s PAC, could easily be one of the largest in the nation if all members participated by contributing. Remember, your contribution is divided amongst NAHB’s BUILD-PAC, NDAB and your local HBA when you contribute. Your dollars have helped us keep building industry issues on the forefront of the minds of lawmakers.

Habitat build groundbreaking slated for May

You’ve been hearing about our upcoming build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity. Groundbreaking is just around the corner, in May! We are starting to gather donations of materials and labor for the build which will kick into high gear in late May and June. The house will be in south Moorhead and will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area! I am excited for this project and that it will benefit a mother and her daughter. Thank you to all HBA members who participated in the Tour de Habitat stationary bike race fundraiser last month. I can personally say it was a ton of fun, and exciting to see so many Habitat supporters out to raise money for a great cause. Check out Tour highlights on page 31. See the Home Builders Care president’s message on page 28 for details on build donation needs.

May 13: Parade of Homes Celebration

The Parade of Homes runs two four-day weekends, April 24-27 and May 1-4, with the Parade of Homes Celebration May 13. Mark your calendar now for a great evening recognizing our Parade Builders. It’s going to be a fun night!

Looking for a way to give back to your community? Why not support the 2014 HBA Build? The Home Builders Care build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity is looking for donations of materials and labor. If you’re interested in donating, contact Jenny Erickson at jenny@hbafm.com or (701) 232-5846 See page 28 for more information. 6

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Join us after the parade for 2014 Celebration

in Honor of Parade Participants

Tuesday, May 13 Ramada Plaza & Suites, 1635 42nd St S, Fargo

6 p.m. Social | 7 p.m. Dinner

Pre-Registered Members $30 (Register by May 8) Late Registrations/ Walk-ins/No-Shows $35 (Cancel by noon, May 12)

(Business Attire Requested)

All Parade Builders receive two free registrations.

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

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Parade of Homes features 70 homes by 35 Builders by Lindsey Nogosek, Events Coordinator

The list below is for MEMBERS ONLY! A final list will appear in The Forum April 20 and will be available April 21 at all

This list is subject to change as final proofing was not complete as of press time.

Spring is here and it is time to get outside and celebrate a great building season Platinum Sponsor: by visiting the HBA of F-M’s 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes. The Parade now runs two four-day weekends, April 24 – 27 and May 1 – 4, and features homes in Dilworth, Fargo, Moorhead and West Fargo. Hours run 4 – 8 p.m. each Thursday and Friday and noon - 5 p.m. on weekends. Renderings, descriptions and a map showing the location of each entry will be included in the Parade of Homes magazine available starting April 21 at all Hornbacher’s locations or the HBA office, 1802 32nd Ave. S., Fargo. An insert will also be included in The Forum April 20. The Parade website (link will be available at www.hbafm.com) will go live April 21. The Parade of Homes Committee is planning another fabulous Parade of Homes Celebration May 13 at the Ramada Plaza & Suites.

Builder Company Name

Development

Address

City

Total Price

BMW Homes, Inc.............................................Rivers Bend at the Preserve.............2731 Pyle Lane E...............West Fargo ��$596,000 Building Concepts, Inc......................................Villas on the Green, Osgood............4550 65th St. S...................Fargo..................$275,000 *Carpenter Homes............................................ Shadow Creek..................................73 35th Ave. E....................West Fargo ��$830,000 Cornerstone Specialties, CGP, NDPB. .................The Wilds.........................................928 Mulberry Lane............West Fargo ��$515,000 Crist Construction, Inc......................................Rivers Bend at the Preserve.............2725 Pyle Lane..................West Fargo ��$549,900 Dabbert Custom Homes, NDPB.........................Deer Creek.......................................5683 61st St. S...................Fargo..................$219,000 Dabbert Custom Homes, NDPB.........................Veterans Park...................................4824 54th St. S...................Fargo..................$231,900 Dabbert Custom Homes, NDPB.........................Shadow Creek..................................3605 Bell Blvd. E..............West Fargo ��$299,900 Dave Meyer Construction.................................Eaglewood.......................................1221 31st Ave. W...............West Fargo ��$341,900 Delaney Homes, Inc..........................................The Wilds.........................................4727 6th St. W...................West Fargo ��$350,000 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead, NDPB.....Eagle Pointe.....................................7373 14th St. S...................Fargo..................$724,900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead, NDPB.....Shadow Creek..................................3407 1st St. E.....................West Fargo ��$749,900 *Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead, NDPB...The Wilds.........................................1060 49th Terrace W..........West Fargo......$1,050,000 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead, NDPB.....Shadow Creek..................................3401 1st St. E.....................West Fargo ��$619,900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead, NDPB.....Eagle Pointe.....................................7403 14th St. S...................Fargo..................$719,900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead, NDPB.....The Wilds.........................................839 47th Ave. W................West Fargo ��$559,900 *Dietrich Homes, Inc., CGB.............................. Shadow Creek..................................3704 6th St. E....................West Fargo ��$974,900 Differding Signature Homes.............................Eaglewood.......................................2612 8th St. W...................West Fargo ��$345,000 Eid-Co Homes, CGP, CAPS, NDPB.......................Stonemill Ponds...............................1310 44th Ave. S................Moorhead ��$203,364 Eid-Co Homes, CGP, CAPS, NDPB.......................Westview.........................................3820 7th St. E....................West Fargo ��$263,080 Eid-Co Homes, CGP, CAPS, NDPB.......................Westview.........................................639 38th Ave. E..................West Fargo ��$212,873 Harry Gilbertson Construction..........................Eaglewood.......................................1323 31 Ave. W..................West Fargo ��$364,000 Harry Gilbertson Construction..........................Valley View......................................3593 49 St.S.......................Fargo..................$380,000 Heritage Homes, LLC, CAPS, CGB, CGP, NDPB. .. Shadow Creek..................................3717 6th St. E....................West Fargo ��$384,900 Heritage Homes, LLC, CAPS, CGB, CGP, NDPB. .. Eagle Pointe . ..................................1489 71st Ave. S................Fargo..................$445,900 Heritage Homes, LLC, CAPS, CGB, CGP, NDPB. .. The Wilds.........................................912 Mulberry Lane............West Fargo ��$419,900 Parade continued on next page

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Builder Company Name

Development

Address

City

Total Price

Heritage Homes, LLC, CAPS, CGB, CGP, NDPB. ..The Wilds.........................................920 Mulberry Lane............West Fargo �� $699,900 Holly & Company Classic Homes....................Eagle Pointe.....................................1430 72nd Ave. S...............Fargo.................. $594,900 Jordahl Custom Homes, Inc., NDPB..................Eaglewood.......................................1121 30th Ave. W...............West Fargo �� $203,999 Jordahl Custom Homes, Inc., NDPB..................Eaglewood.......................................1330 30th Ave. W..............West Fargo �� $264,995 Jordahl Custom Homes, Inc., NDPB..................Eaglewood.......................................1332 31st Ave. W...............West Fargo �� $264,979 Jordahl Custom Homes, Inc., NDPB..................Deer Creek.......................................5594 59th St. S...................Fargo.................. $229,886 Jordahl Custom Homes, Inc., NDPB..................Deer Creek.......................................6018 57th Ave. S................Fargo.................. $199,152 Knoke Seamless................................................ Johnson Farms.................................3761 16th St. S...................Moorhead �� $499,000 Krueger Construction, Inc., NDPB.....................Shadow Creek..................................3611 Bell Blvd E................West Fargo �� $311,900 Krueger Construction, Inc., NDPB.....................Woodhaven......................................5077 44th St S....................Fargo.................. $319,600 Labellken Homes..............................................Rivers Bend at the Preserve.............2625 McLeod Dr. E...........West Fargo �� $585,000 Landmark Homes.............................................. The Preserve....................................443 South Pond Ct.............West Fargo �� $349,900 LUXE Custom Homes, NDPB............................Eagle Pointe.....................................1422 72 Ave. S...................Fargo.................. $529,900 LUXE Custom Homes, NDPB. ..........................Davies..............................................6888 24th St. S...................Fargo.................. $372,900 New Creations Contruction, Inc.......................Arbor Park.......................................531 33rd St. N....................Moorhead �� $227,000 Paula Rae Homes..............................................The Wilds.........................................856 47th Ave. W................West Fargo �� $460,000 Paula Rae Homes..............................................Woodhaven......................................4369 44th St. S...................Fargo.................. $375,000 Platinum Home Contracting............................. Davies..............................................6802 23rd St. S..................Fargo.................. $289,900 Platinum Home Contracting.............................The Preserve....................................3103 7th St. E....................West Fargo �� $299,900 Plecity Kowalski Construction, Inc..................The Wilds.........................................414 Persimmon Place W....West Fargo �� $560,000 Plecity Kowalski Construction, Inc..................Oakwood Bend................................106 Beaton Dr. W..............West Fargo �� $850,000 Plecity Kowalski Construction, Inc..................Westport Beach................................4519 12th St. W.................West Fargo �� $330,000 Prairieland Homes, LLC...................................Maple Valley....................................5823 Autumn Drive...........Fargo.................. $314,900 RHR Construction.............................................Rivers Bend at the Preserve.............2841 McLeod Drive...........West Fargo �� $449,900 RHR Construction.............................................Woodhaven......................................4334 43rd St S...................Fargo.................. $289,900 RHR Construction.............................................Davies..............................................6892 23rd St. S..................Fargo.................. $369,900 RHR Construction.............................................Eagle Pointe.....................................7315 15th St. S...................Fargo.................. $448,015 Rick Halvorson Construction, Inc.....................Woodbridge.....................................513 13th St. NE..................Dilworth............. $319,000 *Serenity Homes of Fargo Moorhead, LLC.....The Wilds.........................................943 Mulberry Lane............West Fargo �� $750,050 Spire Custom Homes........................................ Brandt Crossing...............................3563 50th St. S...................Fargo.................. $334,850 Spire Custom Homes........................................Prairie Heights.................................264 34th Ave. E..................West Fargo �� $344,450 Thomsen Homes, LLC......................................Deer Creek.......................................6154 55th Ave. S................Fargo.................. $210,000 Thomsen Homes, LLC...................................... Eagle Pointe.....................................1490 72nd Ave. S...............Fargo.................. $575,000 Thomsen Homes, LLC...................................... The Wilds.........................................1008 Mulberry Lane..........West Fargo �� $699,000 Thomsen Homes, LLC...................................... Eaglewood.......................................973 31st Ave. W.................West Fargo �� $235,000 Thomsen Homes, LLC...................................... Eaglewood.......................................1017 31st Ave. W...............West Fargo �� $288,000 Thomsen Homes, LLC...................................... Deer Creek.......................................6257 55th Ave. S................Fargo.................. $190,000 Titan Homes, Inc............................................... Shadow Creek..................................3389 1st St. E.....................West Fargo �� $475,000 Titan Homes, Inc............................................... Rivers Bend at the Preserve . ..........218 26th Ave. E..................West Fargo �� $600,000 Turn Key Construction, Inc..............................Deer Creek.......................................6669 56th Ave. S................Fargo.................. $278,000 Turn Key Construction, Inc..............................Deer Creek.......................................6044 55th Ave. S................Fargo.................. $229,900 Urban Prairie Homes.........................................Maple Ridge....................................3035 2nd St. E....................West Fargo �� $249,500 VanOverschelde Custom Homes.......................Prairie Heights.................................270 34th Ave. E..................West Fargo �� $399,000 VanOverschelde Custom Homes.......................Rivers Bend at the Preserve.............2721 McLeod Dr. E...........West Fargo �� $435,000 *Featured Homes - Each year HBA of F-M members volunteer Parade entries priced at $500,000 and higher to be “featured” homes in a fundraising effort to support their industry, Association and charity. The cost to tour all Featured Homes is $5. Money raised goes to Home Builders Care of FargoMoorhead, the HBA’s charitable arm. It supports skill training, education and projects related to the housing industry. CAPS, CGB, CGP, CGR, NDPB: Designations from the National Association of Home Builders and North Dakota Association of Builders.

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Something revolutionary: Marvin Interior Shade System Imagine an interior shade for your home with the versatility of opening from either the top or the bottom; the precision of virtually complete light control; and the beauty of sleek lines and fully concealed cords. You don’t have to imagine it. Marvin Windows and Doors is setting a new industry standard with a fully integrated interior shade system that outdoes all competition for functionality, beauty and performance. Available now through independent Marvin dealers, the new integrated system fits seamlessly into Marvin window and door units with no measuring required. The shade system is available on a range of Marvin windows as well as swinging and sliding doors, or can be retrofitted to existing Marvin windows and swinging doors. On windows and swinging doors, the integrated shade operates from both the top down and the bottom up, allowing the user to position it anywhere – a feature not offered by other window and door manufacturers. On sliding doors, Marvin’s shades move with the door – an industry first. No longer does the user have to open the shades to operate the door. Unlike between-theglass offerings, Marvin’s solution is compatible with all glazing types, including gas-filled and surface-coated glazings. And Marvin interior shades can be used with simulated divided lites with spacer bars – offering greater design flexibility and superior performance. Other features of this revolutionary new offering include: • Fully concealed mechanisms and hidden cord systems for superior aesthetics; • Available in either blackout or light-filtering fabric for choice in privacy and light control; • Offered in a palette of 15 colors to match virtually any décor; • Shade surrounds can be ordered prefinished with choice of Marvin’s factory-applied interior finishes; • Shade material is anti-static, liquid repellant, dust and soil resistant, and carries a ten-year warranty

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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.

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Public Issues Report of Area Affairs Moorhead mayor, officials conduct lunch meeting with HBA members by Lisa Vatnsdal, Moorhead Community Development Manager

About 35 HBA of F-M members participated in a March 6 lunch meeting at the Cass County Electric Cooperative’s community room. This city of Moorhead-sponsored meeting provided an opportunity to showcase Moorhead, with special emphasis on the city’s tremendous progress on flood protection. Mayor Del Rae Williams visited individually with a number of builders at the meeting, and reported to the group that she had also enjoyed the opportunity to meet with builders, lenders and Realtors at their Home & Mayor Del Rae Williams Garden Show booths in February. She spent a few hours each day at the show and made quite a few laps around the Fargodome checking out the exhibits. Williams emphasized the pride that Moorhead residents take in their community and neighborhoods, noting “Moorhead is poised to be the place to build.” Moorhead City Manager Michael Redlinger and Deputy City Manager Scott Hutchins briefed builders on Minnesota legislative issues. The city of Moorhead and the HBA are pursuing legislative authority to give Minnesota cities bordering North Dakota parity with North Dakota codes on building code issues. City Engineer Dr. Bob Zimmerman provided an update on the City’s flood mitigation, which puts Moorhead in an advantageous position for both new construction and resale of existing homes: • New Construction: No building lots in Moorhead

Oxbow to develop, build 40 homes

Jim Nyhof Oxbow Mayor

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There are a lot of exciting things happening in the city of Oxbow that I want the building community to know about, and be a part of in order to help make them a success. Residents will be building at least 40 homes in Oxbow by the end of 2015 to accommodate those within the city who are being displaced by a flood protection ring levee. The building community is going to be a critical

subdivisions require flood insurance. • Existing Homes: It is expected that by the end of 2015, the city will have received FEMA accreditation of flood walls, levees and related infrastructure constructed since 2009, leaving only about a dozen non-riverfront lots in the 100-year floodplain. Community Development Manager Lisa Vatnsdal said Moorhead is actively meeting with lenders and Realtors as well as builders. The city is investing time and resources to market Moorhead to increase demand for housing, providing more customers for home builders. Vatnsdal reminded the group of Moorhead’s incentives for new construction homebuyers (also highlighted at www. makeMoorheadhome.com): • Make Moorhead Home Two-Year Property Tax Rebate: No maximum building value. • First & New Program: $5,000 special assessment loan for first time buyers of newly constructed homes. • Welcome Home Pass: Full year of free recreation activities, including a golf membership at the Meadows or Village Green for the purchaser of a newly constructed home. It was reported that the number of different builders constructing single family homes in Moorhead increased from 19 in 2012 to 37 in 2013. The city of Moorhead looks forward to even more builders and homes in 2014! If you have questions about building in Moorhead, please contact Lisa Vatnsdal at (218) 299.5372 or lisa.vatnsdal@ ci.moorhead.mn.us.

Builders attend the “Make Moorhead Home” lunch session.

component in not only building these beautiful new homes, but also in helping provide the region with flood protection in a timely and efficient manner. In addition to the removal and rebuilding of 40 homes, plans for the ring levee will eliminate the use of a good portion of the current golf course and clubhouse, requiring those structures to be rebuilt as well. While the ring levee project will have some consequences, such as a temporary disruption to the golf course business, we, as a city, have chosen to take a positive outlook on what these new amenities can provide to not only our existing residents, but to a new development area as well. The ring levee will provide 40 replacement lots for those being displaced, along with an additional 40 lots for others

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News from the North Dakota Association of Builders Hitting the Road Industry Issues

In March, nearly 30 of our members came together for a series of meetings with our National Delegates. U.S. Sen. Hoeven, U.S. Sen. Heitkamp and U.S. Rep. Cramer took time out of their busy schedules while in North Dakota to meet with our members and talk about issues Ken Callahan NDAB President, affecting our industry and what Montana-Dakota can be done nationally to help. The Utilities, Co. roundtable discussion format allowed Williston, N.D. for great conversation as well as the chance to offer ideas and solutions along with our requests. A few of the key issues touched on will be ongoing challenges in 2014 and included better housing finance reform, immigration reform, flood insurance reform, affordable housing and labor. Having representation at the table from each local association was a true testament to the dedication our members have to the building industry. We appreciate all who attended taking time out of your busy schedules, as well as you taking time to provide a voice and to offer real-life examples. Be sure to keep watch for ways to continue the conversation and to continue working for solutions. Across the state, every local association had a story about needing more affordable housing. Inventories of affordably priced units are stretched incredibly thin in many areas and are virtually non-existent for our western friends. It will take a multi-pronged approach to begin to address this issue and some of the things that will need to be considered as we look for ways to mitigate this lack are home finance restructuring, flood insurance reform and infrastructure funding, along with several other factors. Another key issue for communities across North Dakota is the labor shortage. Finding qualified, ready-to-work employees is a challenge for almost everyone these days, but it seems to be hitting our industry especially hard as we struggle to keep up with demand. Discussion on this issue circled around education and training for our young people as they choose their careers, Immigration reform and the path to citizenship, and federal programs, all are ways to begin to not only address our shortages in North Dakota, but also the shortages nationwide for skilled labor in the trades and technical fields. Once again we thank Sen. Hoeven, Sen. Heitkamp and Rep. Cramer for meeting with NDAB and for our members who took time to travel to Bismarck and partake in this face-to-face meeting. Going forward we hope to facilitate more opportunities like this for our members. Be sure let us know the issues important to you and be sure to get involved in our ongoing discussions whenever possible. We are here to serve you!

Spring is in the air and now is the time to hit the road and start visiting local associations. It is our goal to be able to get to shake hands with members, participate in membership meetings/events, educate on BUILDPAC and thank the awesome staff and volunteers. Keep an eye on Kim Schneider NDAB Executive announcements for visits from your Officer local association. We are in full “swing” planning for our June golf tournament that will be held in Minot and we hope you plan to join us for this fun event and promised great food! Look for more details to come in your in-box soon! Last month many traveled to Bismarck to attend the spring board meeting. Even with the weather not behaving like spring, we have many dedicated members who braved the roads and were there in person. For this being my first board meeting, I thank everyone who was able to participate. We accomplished a lot in a day and a half including a visit from N.D. Secretary of State Al Jaeger who shared with our group that his office has seen a 75 percent increase in contractor license renewals since 2009 and as a result, renewals are delayed. The secretary of state’s office is doing all they can to keep up with the demand and the secretary did credit his wonderful staff for their continued hard work. Speaking of wonderful staff, we held a celebration dinner honoring our past Executive Officer Doreen Riedman who led the charge for 16 years! Congratulations and best wishes to Doreen on her new adventure. It was a great evening of sharing stories, lots of laughs and even a few tears. With representatives coming together from across the state once again in March, we welcomed U.S. Sen. Hoeven, U.S. Sen. Heitkamp and U.S. Rep. Cramer to a round-table discussion with 30 of our members. We thank the Congressman and our two Senators for taking the time out of their busy schedules to sit down and hear what some high priority issues are. In each one-hour meeting we covered flood insurance reform, labor shortage and immigration reform, diversion funding, housing finance reform, affordable housing and building energy codes. Before we even held our meetings, we received news that H.R. 3370, The Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act passed by a vote of 72-22. The bill now goes to President Obama for his signature! To cap off a great month, our very own president, Ken Callahan, let us take a razor to his head as a St. Baldrick’s participant. Ken looks pretty good bald and we thank him for his bravery for the kids!

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News from around the state...

a monthly briefing from the North Dakota Association of Builders on news from each local association

Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association • (701) 222-2400 Dot Frank, Executive Officer • www.bmhba.com • The BMHBA Events Committee is busy preparing for several spring events including Bowling with the Builders March 25. They also are planning for the annual New Member BBQ, which is hosted at our office on the patio and the Annual Picnic, which draws the entire membership to The Post in Mandan. • Registrations are coming in for the Spring Parade of Homes. The Parade runs the last weekend of April and the first weekend in May. A builder survey indicates at least 30 homes in this year’s event. • The Government Affairs Committee will be polling this year’s political candidates in the coming month to gauge their knowledge of and support for our industry. • The BMHBA also is working to amend R503.1 of the IRC prior to the City of Bismarck adopting 2012 code changes. As is, R503.1 requires sheet rocking unfinished basements.

Dickinson Area Builders Association • (701) 483-0044 Irene Schafer, Executive Officer • www.dickinsonareabuilders.com • We are very busy planning the Home Show. Our waiting list for Home Show 2015 is over 50 now, so I expect to sell out the next show in just a few months. • We have our safety training scheduled for March 31 at the conference room at Butler Machinery. • The sessions will be on forklift training and defensive driving. • Next General Membership Meeting is scheduled for April 9 at the Elks Club. • Scholarship applications are out; deadline is June 15 with scholarships awarded Aug. 1.

Forx Builders Association • (701) 746-4536 Betty McDonald, Executive Officer • www.forxbuilders.com

• Structural Materials just hosted its annual Builders After Hours and did an excellent job as hosts. It was fun to see lots of new faces as well as our regulars. The food, beverages and networking was wonderful. • April 24, Kim Schneider and Ken Callahan will be coming to Grand Forks to meet with our board of directors and membership. We plan to give them a very warm Forx Builders Association welcome. • Our annual Sporting Clay Shoot will be in May with a date to be determined. This event is held at the Dakota Hunting Club.

Minot Association of Builders • (701) 852-0496 Vicky Flagstad, Executive Officer • www.minotab.com

• We completed a very successful 39th edition of our MAB Home & Garden Show. One hundred and thirty exhibitors registered for the show. • May Builders After Hours is set for May 6 and will be hosted by MontanaDakota Utilities and Xcel Energy.

Williston Area Builders Association • (701) 572-5744 Beth Sundheim, Executive Officer • www.willistonbuilders.com • The Williston Area Builders Association would like to invite you to the 2014 4th Annual Home Show April 4 – 6. We have assembled some of the finest exhibitors in home building, remodeling and decorating to showcase the latest products and services available in home construction and home improvement. We ask the general admission to bring in a non-perishable item to be donated to the Salvation Army and receive a chance to win an iPad.

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N.D. association staff changes North Dakota Association of Builders has welcomed Heather Austin as office and communications coordinator. She Austin is a Mandan native who previously worked for the Bismarck-Mandan Chamber of Commerce and with the Center for Technology & Business. A University of Mary graduate, she has a background in marketing and communications, non-profit programming and services, and community involvement. Austin lives in Bismarck with her husband, Jon, her step-son, Jaden, and her newborn son, Jayce. BismarckMandan Home Builders Association has hired Dot Frank as its executive officer. She previously worked for the BismarckFrank Mandan Chamber of Commerce, and the Bismarck Tribune. A St. Cloud State University graduate, she holds a degree in mass communication and media studies. Frank is also a Mandan city commissioner. She lives in Mandan with her husband, Jared, son, Colin, and daughter, Trudy. Beth Sundheim has been named the Williston Home Builders Association’s executive officer. She has a background in construction and a Sundheim graphic arts degree. Born and raised in Montana, she currently lives in eastern Montana. She has three children: two daughters, age 21 and 23, and a son, age 20. In her spare time, she works on remodeling her home which was built in 1910.

News from the Builders Association of Minnesota • B2B taxes – Repeal regressive, hidden, business-toBAM board meeting, Builder business sales and use taxes on services. • Fire sprinkler mandate – With the code process Day at the Capitol

On March 12, over 170 builders association members from across the state converged in St. Paul to use our collective industry voice at our state’s Capitol. We are stronger together, and it’s one of the reasons the Builders Association of Minnesota exists. Every local association was represented and together we met with nearly 75 percent of the Legislature. That is no small feat. It means we broadcast, in person, the message that the home building industry is important to Minnesota’s economy and we will be heard. Our priority issues for the day included: • Statewide building code enforcement – The Legislature must pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry. • Subcontractor registration – The pilot program has created a heavy burden on licensed contractors. Let the pilot project expire June 30, 2014, and do not let it become a permanent mandate. • Builder-pay attorney fees (SF 2146/HF 2612) – The language is one-sided and would award attorneys fees only to the home owner if they are the prevailing party. It does not provide the same for a builder should they prevail. The Legislature must oppose this bill.

nearing completion, the Legislature must prohibit the home sprinkler mandate. Thank you to those that were able to attend, and thank you to our event sponsors: Xcel Energy, The Builders Group, Brushmasters, Larkin Hoffman, and the HBA of F-M. We will keep you posted on the progress of the 2014 legislative session. Session wraps May 19, which isn’t much time, but things have been moving fast as a result of the time crunch. Look for a call for grassroots efforts.

Reservations about the dollar

fiscally responsible. Moreover, Japan and Switzerland are both pushing down the value of their respective currencies, making them that much less appealing to hold. Lastly, the renminbi does not freely float, and there are significant foreign exchange controls in place. As a result, it will take at least a decade before China has the necessary legal framework and deep and open financial markets that are a necessary prerequisite before the renminbi can become a credible reserve currency competitor. Second, because of increased capital flows between nations due to increases in trade and investment, central banks have been repeatedly told by their respective governments to hold larger quantities of safe and easy-tosell assets which can be easily liquidated in time of crisis. As a result, total foreign reserves have nearly quadrupled in the past decade and this has dramatically increased the demand for dollars. For example, when foreign capital suddenly flees a developing nation, it puts downward pressure on the local currency. By selling some of its dollar holdings to purchase its own currency, a country can stabilize its currency and avoid large currency swings. Moreover, simply holding a large supply of highly liquid foreign assets, like dollars, discourages speculation and demonstrates that a nation has the necessary reserves to pay foreign creditors for things like oil and wheat. Lastly, with large holdings of dollars the last thing foreign nations want to do is harm the dollar as that would reduce the value of their holdings and that, in and of itself,

Since the start of the Great Recession of 2008 and the Fed’s decision to inject trillions of dollars into the banking system, there has been constant talk of the U.S. dollar losing its position as the world’s Elliot Eisenberg, reserve currency, the position it has Ph.D., held since the end of WWII. After all, GraphsandLaughs, our debt is huge and growing, D.C. is LLC thoroughly dysfunctional, our share of the world economy is shrinking and China is increasingly pushing for a post dollarcentric financial system. Despite all the concerns above, the dollar’s position as the reserve currency of the world is safe for a long while. First, which currency can realistically unseat it? The British pound is simply too small to do the job as the British economy is one-seventh the size of the U.S. economy. As for the euro, while it is large enough, there are many structural problems including weak growth, over taxation, an inflexible central bank and an outside possibility of the monetary union collapse to entice many central banks to significantly increase their euro holdings. As for the Yen, Swiss Franc or Chinese renminbi, you have got to be kidding! With a debt to GDP ratio greater than that of Greece, Japan makes the U.S. look downright

BAM board of directors meeting

Prior to the big event, the BAM board of directors held its first meeting of 2014. President Chad Kompelien reported that BAM closed 2013 in the black and led the board in discussion about industry issues. The board talked about appraisals and labor shortage and possible solutions. Each local association reported on what’s happening in their area; cool new things and any challenges for 2014. It was a successful meeting and we look forward to the next meeting, Aug. 20, in St. Cloud.

HBA of F-M leaders attended BAM’s Builder Day at the Capitol! Check out our recap on page 17.

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News from the National Association of Home Builders for properties that were paying premiums applicable Congressional passage of to their initial flood risk rating, allowing owners to pay flood insurance bill a boost for premiums based on the original risk zone rather than updated flood risk zones. housing The bill also requires the Federal Emergency

March 13, 2014 - The National Association of Home Builders today applauded the Senate for approving flood insurance legislation that will provide much-needed certainty to home owners and financial stability for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). H.R. 3370, the Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act, was approved by the House earlier this month and is expected to be signed into law shortly by President Obama. “By providing a more affordable rate structure for policyholders and repealing point-of-sale rate increases, the bill is a boon for home owners and home buyers,” said NAHB Chairman Kevin Kelly, a home builder and developer from Wilmington, Del. “Further, it gives an important boost to home building and remodeling, while simultaneously shoring up the NFIP.” H.R. 3370 will help address some of the costly and unintended consequences of the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act, including huge premium spikes and impacts on the sale, construction and remodeling of homes across the nation. The legislation provides a more affordable rate structure for policyholders; repeals the requirement that flood insurance premiums increase immediately to full actuarial rates for homes that are sold; and restores “grandfathering”

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Management Agency’s remapping process to take into account local flood control structures and provides reimbursement for successful consumer map appeals. Further, it restores the “substantial improvement threshold” that triggers a higher flood insurance rate to the historic 50-percent level of a structure’s fair market value, which is important for many remodelers across the nation. “NAHB commends the bipartisan efforts of lawmakers in both the House and Senate for working to pass flood insurance legislation that will help the housing industry continue to rebound,” said Kelly.

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Building official’s corner:

Flood proofing code changes, permit processing Staff changes

Ron C. Strand Fargo Inspections Administrator

Fee increases

We are anticipating another busy construction season in Fargo and the metro area. For this reason, we intend to hire two additional temporary inspectors to help meet the demand for inspections. If everything proceeds as planned, we would retain these two inspectors for approximately eight months beginning at the start of May.

We are proposing a moderate permit fee increase for residential building permits ranging from 6 to 7.9 percent. (Please refer to the range table below.) The effective date of this increase is yet to be determined but will likely not take effect until April 1 at the earliest. Our last residential permit fee increase was six years ago on Jan. 1, 2008. See chart below. I’m going to take just a minute to share a word with you about the values that some of you are submitting to receive your permits. This certainly does not pertain to all of our applicants, but some submittals are ridiculously low. While I would like to accept your value estimates, fairness has to come into play. We have received value estimates as low as $25 per square foot. Need I even say anything about an estimate that low? When we receive value estimates that seem to be too low, inspections staff will assist you by estimating the values on your behalf.

far-reaching changes. Elevation references within the document are now made to the river-gauge elevation and are applied within the area having a 1 percent chance of flooding in any given year (the 100-year flood plain, the BFE). Structures to be built within this area will be required to be flood-proofed and to have lowest openings including area wells at 42.2’ with fill at the building required to be at 41.7’ and fill at 15’ from the building to be at the BFE. Structures to be constructed within the area that would be inundated at a water elevation of 41’ will now be required to meet these same elevation requirements and be flood-proofed. At first glance, these numbers may seem ominous but, because of the design elevations being required for infrastructure, coupled with standard practice for elevating structures with relation to the street, the impact should be relatively small, a matter of a few inches.

Permits, permit processing and inspections cards

It is dangerous, and could be costly, to assume that once your building plan is submitted to us, you have approval to proceed. That is simply not true. You do not have approval to proceed with any part of your project unless you have a building permit in your possession. Because of the rate at which we received plans last year and the rate at which we anticipate them this year, it will take us some time to process your permit requests. Please be patient and remember that you are not the only contractor requesting permits. We will be processing applications in the order received. Service will be as rapid as we can make it but it will not be instantaneous. This reminds me to tell you to pick up your building permits when they 25,000 50,000 100,000 150,000 200,000 250,000 500,000 are issued. 2014 fees 150.20 270.20 510.20 643.00 775.20 907.70 1570.20 The permits contain your 7.90% 6.82% 6.19% 6.11% 6.13% 6.11% 6.06% inspections 2013 fees 139.2 252.95 480.458 606 730.45 855.45 1480.45 sign-off cards which are meant to give you a ready reference on the status of your Flood-proofing code policy changes projects during their framing and final phases. Yes, I said The City Commission enacted a revision of the floodfinal. The new cards contain sign-off spots for the final proofing construction policy statement that augments both inspections in each discipline so you will also be able to our flood-proofing code and our flood plain management tell when all the required inspections are complete. requirements and was effective immediately upon that We’ve had some interesting things happen, especially enactment. Much of the revised document reinforces last year. On a few too many occasions some of you have our previously existing requirements with which you are requested more than one permit application for the same probably aware and are at least somewhat familiar with. house on the same lot… sort of funny for awhile, but it There are some changes that would affect the extent of turns out to be fairly costly to fix. Since this sort of thing areas in which these requirements are applied. Also, there takes time away from our preparation of someone else’s are some elevation changes which increase the degree of permit, we’ll be charging building permit fees for each safety from flooding at a higher level. These changes will such request. have the effect of mitigating potential damage from major Please get your records in order by picking up your flooding and providing an enhanced position for property building permits when they are ready and keeping track of owners to avoid dramatically higher flood insurance costs. them in your records to avoid this unnecessary cost to you. While I would encourage each of you to obtain the revised handout for these requirements from the Fargo inspections office, I will briefly talk about the more Building Official continued on page 18

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HBA participates in NDAB board meeting, discusses industry issues

Leaders travel to St. Paul:

Voice support for border city code legislation, permanent flood protection

Last month, the North Dakota Association of Builders held its Fellow HBA of F-M leaders and quarterly board meeting in Bismarck. Dan Lindquist Paul Krabbenhoft I traveled to St. Paul last month to Several HBA leaders and I traveled Dan Lindquist Coldwell Banker participate in the Builders Association to take part in the meeting and see Construction, Inc. First Realty of Minnesota’s Builder Day at the our friends from around this great Life Director HBA of F-M Capitol. Thank you to BAM and state. First of all, I welcome and Director everyone involved for welcoming us congratulate Kim Schneider, NDAB’s new executive as part of your team to meet with state legislators about officer, and Heather Austin, office and communication building industry issues. On March 12, BAM hosted a coordinator. I also noticed several new faces from other lunch meeting to give an issues associations around the overview, talking points and tips state, both staff and member for our meetings. We met with volunteers. It was great meeting our local legislators Sen. Kent you all and the enthusiasm was Eken, Rep. Ben Lien and Rep. refreshing. Paul Marquart. Some items that stand out to The local issues we carried me from this meeting are: to the meetings were finishing • Legislative visits and 2015 up Moorhead’s projects for legislative session - NDAB, permanent flood protection and in partnership with the supporting border city building local associations, arranged code legislation. visits with North Dakota’s Nearly all Moorhead’s Congressional delegation existing homes and all platted last month. This was part of residential building lots are the National Association of These leaders traveled to take part in BAM’s Builder outside of, or elevated above, Home Builders’ Legislative Conference effort, conducted Day at the Capitol (l. to r.): Executive Vice President the 100-year floodplain. Bryce Johnson; Ken Krajsa, Bell State Bank & Trust; Major flood control efforts in-state as our senators and Paul Krabbenhoft, Coldwell Banker First Realty; HBA representative were on break President Carlita Dietz, Jay Dietz Construction, Inc.; implemented since 2009 provide additional protection for and back in North Dakota. Clay Dietrich, Dietrich Homes, Inc., pictured with the entire city, but $7.2 million Here are the top issues Nick Green, Green’s Plumbing and Heating from is still needed to complete the identified and discussed by Lake Region Builders Association. levies. We spoke to all three our members: flood insurance legislators about this issue, and they are confident the reform; labor shortage and immigration reform; F-M funding to complete Moorhead’s flood mitigation will be metro diversion funding; housing finance reform; and added to the 2014 bonding bill. affordable housing and building energy codes. The HBA of F-M strongly supports SF1914/HF2389 There was also discussion on possible issues NDAB that authorizes Minnesota border cities to adopt changes will consider for action during North Dakota’s 2015 NDAB recap continued on pg 34

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Golf Outing sponsorships available

The 2014 Golf Outing will be offering two afternoon flights on separate dates: Tuesday, June 17 and Tuesday, July 8, at Oxbow Country Club. Sponsor both flights for $250, or choose one day for $150. You will get your company name on a sponsor sign at a hole, displayed during the golf clinic, during lunch and dinner, listed on scorecards, programs, shown on the HBA website, HBA Facebook page and in the Plains Builder, plus additional benefits if you sponsor both dates! As a sponsor, you will also be eligible for early-bird registration. Get even more exposure by supplying specialty items that will be used as door prizes for lunch or dinner or as golf bag stuffers. Sponsors also have the opportunity to host a game on a hole which makes for great exposure to all the golfers. See the enclosed sponsorship form for more details, or contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 2325846 or lindsey@hbafm.com.

Important Deadlines: April 21 – Sponsorship deadline to be eligible for early bird registration May 1 – Open registration

HBA leaders meet with U.S. Congressional delegates As part of the National Association of Home Builders’ in-state “Legislative Conference,” HBA of F-M leaders met with U.S. Congressional delegates in mid-March as they were back in their home states during recess. On March 17, a group met with U.S. Rep. Collin Peterson (Minn.) to discuss issues including the F-M Diversion, flood insurance issues, the mortgage interest deduction and immigration reform. March 18, HBA leaders traveled to Bismarck, joining other North Dakota associations to meet with U.S. Sen. John Hoeven, U.S. Sen. Heidi Heitkamp and U.S. Rep. Kevin Cramer (all N.D.). Left to right: John Gunkelman, Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc.; Toby Christensen, Camrud-Foss Concrete Construction, Inc.; Carlita Dietz, Jay Dietz Construction, Inc.; Jason Eid, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc.; Rep. Peterson; Ken Krajsa, Bell State Bank & Trust; Clay Dietrich, Dietrich Homes, Inc.; Stan Birky, Stan Birky Construction, Inc.; Paul Krabbenhoft, Coldwell Banker First Realty; HBA Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson Oxbow continued from page 11

looking to relocate within Oxbow. The additional 40 lots could be available for people who want to live on or near a new golf course with access to a brand new clubhouse. City infrastructure will be installed this spring and summer with the first lots being open for building in October of this year. These lots will also be free of special assessments and have 500-year flood protection, the best in the Red River Valley. Building 40 homes by the end of 2015 is an aggressive schedule, and one that is only possible if the building industry helps take an active role in providing building services for our displaced residents. Let me thank you in advance for helping those displaced residents build adequate housing to meet their needs and within the timeline given to them. For more information on Oxbow or the opportunities associated with the new development activities within the city, please feel free to contact me at (701) 361-4479. Editor’s Note: The HBA of F-M hosted a meeting with the city of Oxbow last month in an effort to educate Builders on residential construction opportunities coming up due to construction of the flood protection ring levee. A copy of the presentation given in March is available by contacting the Association at (701) 232-5846 or info@hbafm.com. It includes a land acquisition summary, construction timeline, lot distribution and building requirements. Building Official continued from page 16

NDBOA seminar April 3-4 – Grand Forks

The mid-year meeting of the North Dakota Building Officials Association will be April 3-4 at the C’Mon Inn, 3051 32 Ave. S. in Grand Forks. Attendance registration for both or either day is acceptable. Jay Woodward, a nationally known presenter and senior staff architect for ICC Business and Product Development, will lead the discussions on both days. On Thursday, the topic will be “2012 IBC Care Facilities Provisions.” Friday’s topic is “IBC Assembly Spaces.” Lunch is provided both days and a course workbook is also provided. Non-NDBOA member cost for both days is $250 and $125 for a single day.

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‘Chilly’ Cook-Off attracts over 75 attendees by Allison Weckman, Membership Coordinator

Our 5th Annual “Chilly” Cook-Off was a huge success! Thank you to our host and sponsor Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Showroom. The place was packed with over 75 people in attendance sampling eight delicious chili entries. We were pleased to present the first annual Golden Ladle Award to Tyrone Leslie for his entry “Pure Deliciousness.” Leslie also received a $100 cash prize. Second place went to Paul Davis

Winner of the 2014 “Chilly” Cook-Off Tyrone Leslie, Heritage Homes, and HBA Membership Coordinator Allison Weckman.

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with “Lumber 1 Chili” and Braaten Cabinets with “Beer Blazin’ Chili,” each winning a $20 cash prize. We also gave Dawn Schmitt, Quinn Schenck, Aletha Lippay and out our second Terry Braaten, Braaten Cabinets, Inc. Participation Payout gift certificate to Joyce Balstad, Stone Countertop Outlet. Congratulations to all of the winners and thank you to everyone who attended the event!

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Member of the month: Josh Amundson by Megan Vry, Office Support

Josh Amundson, president of FM Home & Patio, Inc., is a man who understands the value of family and hard work, and incorporates that idea through his work. Amundson started building decks with his father in the early 1990’s. In 2003, he decided to start FM Home & Patio, Inc. He created a company that would offer an affordable, as well as functional, decking solution across the Fargo-Moorhead area. Amundson believes in “delivering an unmatched craftsmanship, personal service, and overall pleasurable experience” for his customers. He plans to open a showroom for decking, railing and designs in the near future to make it easier for consumers. FM Home & Patio, Inc., has been a member of the HBA for four years. When asked why Amundson joined the HBA, he said “to have the opportunity to grow my company through HBA Development & Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson and learning from Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek present Josh Amundson other seasonal with the “Member of the Month” award. businesses.” Amundson has recently joined the Events Committee and has been participating in HBA events. You may have seen him and some of his work at the Home & Garden Show. Amundson was presented with the HBA’s bi-monthly “Member of the Month” award for donating several hours of his time to deliver over 1,700 development maps to 35 companies across Dilworth, Moorhead, Fargo and West Fargo, including a delivery to Halstad, Minn. When Amundson isn’t working, he likes to spend time with his wife, Kristen, 19-year-old daughter, Alexis, and 13-year-old daughter, Aliya. Their favorite family activity is going to the movies, which they do almost every week because Amundson says, “there is always a new movie for us to see.” Every two months in the Plains Builder, we spotlight a “Member of the Month” chosen by HBA of F-M staff. This feature’s purpose is to thank HBA volunteers and supporters by recognizing all they do for the Association and the industry. At the Annual Awards Gala in October 2014, staff will give an “Extra Mile Award” to one person chosen from the 2014 bi-monthly winners.

Fun facts about Amundson • • • • •

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My favorite color is: Blue Last vacation/trip I took was: Cancun, Mexico My hometown: West Fargo My dream job is: I have my dream job. The first thing I would do/buy if I won the lottery is: Share it with my immediate family and pay off my house.

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Meet Your HBA Board: Gary Orth by Krista Mund, Communications Manager

Gary Orth, president of Cornerstone Specialties, is one of the HBA of F-M’s newer board members. He has more than 19 years of experience in the construction industry and has built his company by having an eye for detail and quality control. He also focuses on energy efficiency for modern homes and forming strong relationships with clients to ensure the home represents their needs and desires. Orth was born and raised in Melrose, Minn., and moved to Fargo to study industrial engineering at North Dakota State University. He started out doing remodeling projects and transitioned into new construction. He founded Cornerstone Specialties in 1996. Joining the HBA of F-M board in 2013, Orth also works with the HBA Codes Subcommittee on issues specific to energy efficiency and is a regular Parade of Homes participant. He is also the board-appointed plan monitor for the HBA’s strategic plan.

Fun facts about Orth

• Favorite service provided by the HBA: Camaraderie with others in the industry. • What you never knew about me: I have jumped out of a perfectly good airplane. • Favorite vacation spot: San Diego • Favorite movie: Remember the Titans • Last book you read: The Chronicles of Terrestria • Away from work, Orth enjoys outdoor activities such as camping, fishing and snowmobiling.

HBA of F-M Builder and Associate Member Feature Prairie Design Studio The HBA thanks members who are Earth-sheltered, passive building designs result in success by Megan Vry, Office Support

Prairie Design Studio was founded in 1982 by Bruce Hella and Kim Stokes, the current president. The company focused on passive solar designs, housing and commercial buildings when they first started and has grown into a company that specializes in multi-family homes, commercial buildings and dabbles in industrial building. Prairie Design Studio’s main focus has been, and always will be, on consumers’ concerns and desires. Its use of “earth-sheltered and passive building designs” and use of passive solar designs for apartment buildings have made it a unique business who is popular with consumers that have energy concerns. This industry’s challenge is the added cost for home owners. Prairie Design Studio deals with this by using earth berms to reduce exterior materials, using pre-finished materials, incorporating geothermal energy, passive solar energy and building orientation to reduce future cost for the consumers. Stokes’ continuing drive to succeed has played a huge role in his success. His bachelor’s degree in architecture and minor in business from North Dakota State University is not his only educational accomplishment. He also completed an associate’s degree in architectural drafting and estimating technology from North Dakota State College of Science, and completed a 28-week course in Hawk Continuous Wave Radar Repair at the U.S. Army Missile and Munitions School, all of which helped mold his design and business philosophies. Stokes’ wife, Mary, and three daughters Chelsey, a designer for Prairie Design Studio; Lindsay, a graphic designer for Results Unlimited; and Leah, in her second year at NDSU, have all enhanced his passion, creativity and drive to succeed. His 12 years working in the industry prior to starting his own company also helped make Prairie Design Studio what it is today. Prairie Design Studio became a member of the HBA of F-M in 2008, when influenced by Ron Dick from Design 7. The idea of meeting other members that work in the industry and the group option for health insurance were the main appealing factors for Stokes. Since then, he has enjoyed the HBA’s advocacy efforts for the building industry, from state to federal government.

A home built by Kim Stokes in 1980, with a greenhouse designed like a gaint solar panel that would be able to support the home.

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Realty Sales and Property Management

Advantage Realtors, Inc. Advantage Realtors, Inc. - Lisa Benusa, Realtor Alliance Management Group, LLC AM Realtors ASA Property Management, Inc. Billy Buys Homes, LLC Bladholm Brothers Broberg-Gerdes Partners Builders Management & Investment Co., Inc. C & E Finance, Inc. Castle Realty Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First Realty Coldwell Banker First Realty - Daniel Ness, Realtor Coldwell Banker First Realty - John Slama, Realtor Coldwell Banker First Realty - Paul Krabbenhoft, Realtor Community Properties, LLC Cornerstone Realty The Erik Hatch Team Fargo Housing and Redevelopment Authority Fargohomes Buyer Agency G3 Real Estate Services USA Green River Country LLP Green Team Realty Hartner Garris LLC HOMESMART REALTORS Huche de Lapin LLC ISR Homes Jackson Leasing, LLLP Jeff Shipley Enterprises, Inc. Jim Jensen Real Estate Inc Keller Williams Roers Realty KT Realty Kvamme Real Estate Kvamme Real Estate - Steven Ritter, Realtor Lexstar Real Estate Services, LLC NAI North Central Park Co. Realtors Park Co. Realtors - John Midthune, Realtor Park Co. Realtors - Karen Skjold, Realtor Park Co. Realtors - Terry Ellingson, Realtor Pierce, Inc. Pifer Auction & Realty - Terry Skjerseth, Realtor Property Partners Management, Inc. Property Resources Group Prudential Crary - Rodney Bjornstad, Realtor Prudential Premier Real Estate Prudential Premier Real Estate - DeAnne Mason, Realtor Prudential Premier Real Estate - Mark Mason, Realtor RE/MAX Legacy Realty - Kim Sorenson, Realtor RE/MAX Legacy Realty - Morris Pyle, Realtor RE/MAX Realty 1 Realty 2000 Realty Connection, LLC - Roberta Gackle, Realtor Realty Executives North Plains Realty Executives North Plains - Dan Madsen, The Metro Team Realtors South Gate Apartments Steller Sellers Enterprises Town & Country Realty Town & Country Realty - DeDe Heller, Realtor

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HBA of F-M Industry Spotlight NAI North Central • Randy Cramer 4445 2nd Ave. S. • Fargo, N.D. 58103 (701) 364-0244

What is your company’s focus?

“NAI North Central is a full-service commercial real estate company focusing on land development and sales, leasing and investment opportunities for all commercial real estate products.”

What is the latest trend in your industry?

“The latest trend in the development/building industry is the movement of residential lots to both smaller and larger sizes. While there remains availability in the mid-range lot, we are finding gravitation toward smaller lots with more affordable housing that appeal to a large portion of the firsttime home buyer market as well as some initial move-up markets. For the customers who desire a larger home, we work on creative ways to provide the lot sizes necessary to hold the house and keep the special assessments down. As it has been in the past, flood avoidance is a major component of new developments in our area. Therefore, most of the new developments (Rocking Horse Farm and Brooks Harbor) are along the flood-protected corridor south and west in Fargo and in West Fargo. Flood mitigation will continue to be an area of concern for all municipalities in our market area.”

What do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it?

“One of the bigger challenges facing our industry is the ever-increasing special assessment bills that attach to each new lot for sale. While this challenge has been somewhat mitigated by the interest rate environment over the previous years, the issue will become much more exacerbated if interest rates start to rise again. Developers, Realtors and municipalities will need to continue to work together to think of efficient ways in which to provide the infrastructure needed, while limiting the cost/impact to the new developments when they are established.”

The Erik Hatch Team • Erik Hatch 1205 16th Ave. S. • Fargo, N.D. 58103 (701) 369-4839

What is your company’s focus?

“The Erik Hatch Team is in the business of helping people. We just happen to sell real estate.”

What is the latest trend in your industry?

“Hatch Realty is brand new to the Fargo area – and is led by broker Angie Nelson and owner Erik Hatch. The Hatch Realty office is located on the corner of 16th Ave. S. and University Dr. (the old pediatric Erik Hatch dentist building). Eleven agents and administrators make up Hatch Realty/The Erik Hatch Team. Erik Hatch was recently recognized by The Forum’s readers as the Best Realtor in the area, and The Erik Hatch Team was recognized by The Wall Street Journal as the top selling real estate team in North Dakota. Additionally, Erik Hatch was just featured in Top Agent magazine.”

What do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it?

“There is a radical inventory shortage for buyers in the area. To combat this, Hatch Realty is focused on helping as many sellers as possible with their move-up, move-down, and relocation needs. In doing so, they should be able to help the same number of buyers help find the new home of their dreams. These efforts aren’t easy and it takes a team of specialists to handle the complexities of the real estate industry for a high number of clients.” “The focus on listings and sellers – educating them on the equity they may have in their home, as well as the softer move-up market – will allow Hatch Realty and their clients the ultimate chance of success.”

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News from the HBA of F-M Remodelers Council 2014 Remodelers Council Remodelers Council Focus: Joel Harms, Simonson Lumber by Krista Mund, Communications Manager

Chair Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting Russ Richards Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area, Inc. (Vice Chair)

Ursula Hegvik Smart Paces, Inc. (Past 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 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.

Simonson Lumber is a fourth-generation family-owned-and-operated building materials supplier with locations in Fargo, Grand Forks and Grafton. Joel Harms is director of building information management in Fargo and has been a member of the HBA of F-M’s Remodelers Council since the 1990s. He has an associate’s degree from North Dakota State College of Science in architectural drafting and estimating technology, specializing in roof trusses. He has been at Simonson Lumber for 23 years as lead draftsman working in design with ArchiCad, 3-D modeling and architectural design. The HBA Remodelers Council was formed in 1990 is responsible for planning the Fall Home Show. The Council and its members are known to be very active within our area, participating in many community service projects including Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and constructing wheelchair accessibility ramps. Harms has drawn plans for some of the many Remodelers Council projects. His favorite part of being involved is seeing the finished product and Joel Harms, Simonson Lumber the benefit it provides to the community. “I feel a sense of personal pride and reward that comes from our group efforts to revitalize and meet the needs of community members,” he says. “I like the way that we (everyone in the HBA) work closely to support our special needs citizens and we encourage anyone to be involved in this organization’s community activities.”

More about Simonson Lumber:

According to its website, Simonson Lumber’s success has been founded upon the following principles: • Listen to customer needs; • Deliver the best possible value at a fair price; • Always conduct business affairs with honesty and integrity; and • Treat employees with respect and dignity. Harms says, “We focus on supplying the community with superior customer service and affordable products in making their house a home.” He points out that Simonson has a new approach to remodeling and new construction projects. “Our turn-around time on drawings and estimates are days instead of weeks and we have a new 3-D modeling system that allows you to virtually fly around and through every room of your project. You can spatially see your entire layout, including detailed product selection such as cabinets, shingles, windows, doors and staircases.” Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70. If you are interested in joining, contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonw@hbafm.com.

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Committee Accomplishments

Joining a committee is a great way to meet industry peers and network! Read about each committee below, and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining: (701) 232-5846 or allisonw@hbafm.com.

Education:

This committee develops education programs for the Association. It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing. The committee’s purpose is to assist the development, professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industry. Chairperson: Stephanie Lindemann, Heritage Homes The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors, electricians, plumbers and power limited technicians: it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current. In addition, HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend. Next Meeting: 8 a.m. May 6

Events Committee

This committee handles programming and entertainment for the five Association Member Meetings, coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home & Garden Show held each February. Its purpose is to provide creative ideas, and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these events. Chairperson: Diana Stead, Stone Holding Company The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home & Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330

exhibitors and attendance came in around 8,900 consumers! The Events Committee is now busy planning this year’s Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday, June 17 and Tuesday, July 8. Be on the lookout for registration information! Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards, recognition and achievement – plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships! Next meeting: 8:15 a.m. April 11

Parade of Homes:

A “Parade of Homes” is designed to promote HBA Builder members to consumers. It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members. This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall Parades. Chairperson: Kim Krueger-Tehan, Krueger Construction and Castle Realty The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this year’s 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes, including four featured homes! It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4. Hours will be 4-8 p.m. Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza & Suites. Next Meeting: 3:30 p.m., May 19

Public Issues:

The Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issues. Chairperson: Paul Lindemann, Lindemann Finish Carpentry, Inc. Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30

Remodelers Council Picnic May 16

The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16 at the HBA of F-M, 1802 32nd Ave. S., Fargo. The picnic 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.

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News from the Home Builders Care Foundation 2014 Home Builders Care 2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake 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) 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 Construction, (HBA Liaison) Inc. The foundation, created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead, 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 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather! Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter. This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area. We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor. Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need. • Concrete materials • Drywall • Trusses: floor and roof • Tape, texturing and painting • Plumbing: 50-gallon electric • Insulation water heater (could be tankless) • Cabinets and vanities • Electrical: trim and fixtures • Countertops • Lighting: $1,500 maximum • Flooring allowance for home owner to • Landscaping choose fixtures • On-site waste: roll-off dumpster • HVAC: a gas forced-air furnace, and landfill fees 95 to 99-percent efficient; • Utilities during build rough-in and duct work • Nails and fasteners • Lumber • Caulking • Shingles and all roofing • Adhesive for sub-floors materials: • Tyvek • Soffit, fascia and f-channel • Port-A-Potty • Exterior doors and windows • Storm water maintenance • Interior doors • Window treatments • Garage door and opener • Closet shelves Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house, so please make your donations accordingly.

Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades

2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Cash Donors

Fargo-Moorhead AM Rotary Club Tour de Habitat Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead

The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13. We need the support of Material Donors the industry to make this Academy Eid-Co Buildings, Inc. a success. This is one of the biggest Vivid Interiors 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-A-Student sponsor today! We will also be looking for contractors to work with the 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. HBC continued on next page

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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 sidebar 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 more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client.

Join a committee in 2014! Stay connected with your HBA Your HBA of F-M is here to support you. Not only do you make the Association what it is, but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership. Whether you are interested in public issues, events, education or membership development and retention, we have a committee for you. Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community. For more details on any committee, contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonw@hbafm.com.

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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 NDABPAC as a dollar-a-day 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+ • Bronze donors: $1-$499.99 • 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.

2014 Home Builders Care Foundation Donors Gold Donors Norandex

Bronze Donors Sylvia Lunski, Design Direction, Inc. Lampert Lumber Eric Rokke, Rokke Construction Adopt-A-Student Clay Dietrich, Dietrich Homes, Inc. John Gunkelman, Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. Ryan Hoss Nancy Kelly, Labor Masters Structural Materials, Inc. Terry Becker, Terry Becker Construction, LLC Jeff Swenson, Twin City Garage Door, Inc.

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Council and has its own dues structure. It represents and serves the interest 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 to attend the picnic or with any questions.

Pre-order studentbuilt sheds, support Construction Trades Academy

Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades. Prices start at 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.

2014 Remodeled Home Tour

Mark your calanders! The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept. 13-14. A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225. For more information, contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindsey@hbafm.com.

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reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability. That is at least partly why, for the past 15 years, 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars. Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades, it would matter relatively little. To sum up, despite lots of talk, there exists no strong competitor to the U.S. dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon. Elliot Eisenberg, Ph.D. is president of GraphsandLaughs, LLC, and can be reached at Elliot@graphsandlaughs. net. Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at www.econ70.com.

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The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues, along with continued support of the F-M Diversion. Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesota’s “sprinkler mandate” and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation. Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance. We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorhead’s city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races. Some key upcoming issues include: the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes; continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMA’s “basement exception” for the F-M region; and Minnesota adopting a new building code. Next meeting: 11:30 a.m. April 22

Remodelers Council

This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership. It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour. Chairperson: Tom Spaeth, Accent Contracting The Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council. Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. May 16! Next meeting: 8 a.m. May 15

New Member Development & Retention Committee

This combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership. It explores reasons why members join and leave, is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis. Chairperson: Drew Likness, Chase Realty The membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over 800 members (802 to be exact)! As part of the HBA’s strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings. If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border, that means they are a new member. Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome! Next meeting: Noon April 14

PAC

This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Builders’ political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builder’s political action committee (BUILD-PAC). It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office. Chairperson: Tyrone Leslie, Heritage Homes PAC fundraising for 2014 has started! If you want to contribute, contact the HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or info@hbafm.com. Next meeting: 12:30 p.m. April 22

Mark your calendars! 2014 Remodeled Home Tour

Sept. 13-14

First Entry cost: $600 Additional Entries’ cost: $225

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2014 Tour De Habitat Recap

by Olivia Cobb, Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA

Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers, the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success, bringing in over $12,000! On March 8, at Courts Plus Fitness Center, 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race, raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties. All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds, including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build. See photos below.

Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat Sponsors! Event Sponsor: Essentia Health Supporting Sponsors: KLJ and Thrivent Sponsors: Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead Heritage Homes Valley Lights North Dakota Interior Designers Courts Plus Fitness First Choice Apparel Digital Rhythm

Tour de Habitat Awards: Most Money Raised (Team) The PRrrrs $2,275

Teams Featuring HBA Members The A-Team Dave Anderson Adam Stranik Lenay Anderson Marissa Stranik Lisa Anderson Josh Anderson Spin Doctors Darla Skaurud Carlita Deitz Darrick Guthmiller Paul Krabbenhoft Robin Swanson Dave Janssen Countertop Cuties Brad Meduna Mandi Smith Nate Lewis Dawn Lovett Joyce Balstad Jordan Hoffman We NOT Fit James Hand Brian Hanson Stephanie Lindemann Nate Lotvedt Wayne McGrath Rob Margheim Eric Smith

Most Money Raised (Individual) Katie Kluver $1,050 with The PRrrrs Most Miles (Team) Accent Raiders 41.6 miles Most Miles (Female) Taylor Baldwin 7.0 miles with the Accent Raiders

Accent Raiders Taylor Baldwin Nich Geraghty Tom Spaeth Tyler Spaeth Zach Spaeth Sonja Stordahl

Most Miles (Male) Tyler Spaeth 7.7 miles with the Accent Raiders Team Spirit Premier Peddlers

FM Rotary Riders Sharon Caspers Sylvia Lunski Jen Miller Tom Newberger Kristi Huber Chris Feickert Photos top to bottom: Accent Raiders; HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz, Jay Dietz Construction, Inc.; Spin Doctors.

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2014 Home & Garden Show sees great weather, attendance by Lindsey Nogosek, Events Coordinator

The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home & Garden Show ran Feb. 21- 23 and wrapped up with another soldout show of over 330 exhibitors! The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give

Above: A view of the field Below: David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips.

Dan Parrow, ISR Homes; Paul Krabbenhoft, Coldwell Banker First Realty; John Gunkelman, Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc.; and Mike Anderson, Bierschbach Equipment & Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth.

consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof. Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live under 8,900 consumers! Consumers came from around the region and many, again, took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday. Seminars by HGTVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Design on a Dime host, David Sheinkopf, plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives. The kids workshop, sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity, offered a great way for Above: Maria Bosak, owner children to use of Eco Chic Boutique, their creativity demonstrates the popular and imagination. trend of chalk paint

Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity.

Right: Jack Sunday, KFGO, and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson.

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legislative session. to the state building code to allow regulations that are no • 2014 elections - The board discussed this year’s less restrictive than neighboring cities, creating a level upcoming state legislative races, playing field in the F-M metro procedures for campaign support marketplace. All three legislators HBA of F-M representatives and ways to streamline the local are very supportive: Sen. Eken attending NDAB’s board associations’ involvement in the and Rep. Lien co-authored the meeting process of determining support bill. Code differences add up to • Clay Dietrich, Dietrich Homes, Inc. for candidates. cost differences when a consumer • Jason Eid, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc. • Update from N.D. Secretary is making a residential housing • Bryce Johnson, HBA Executive Vice of State Al Jaeger - Jaeger’s decision. Of primary concern to the President office manages North Dakota’s HBA of F-M, the city of Moorhead • John Koerselman, Red River Drywall contractor licensing. He gave a and the city of Dilworth is the & Painting Services, Inc. report at NDAB’s meeting and mandate for fire sprinklers included • Paul Krabbenhoft, Coldwell Banker said renewal of North Dakota’s in the Minnesota building code to be First Realty active contractors jumped from enacted in 2014. Required in homes • Dan Lindquist, Dan Lindquist 7,366 in June 2009 to 12,873 4,500 sq. ft. or larger, this change Construction, Inc. as of February – a 75 percent will add $9,000 to the cost of a • Terry Lipp, Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & increase. As a result, renewals home and create significant disparity Lighting Showroom are delayed since the deadline to between the Minnesota and North • Tom Spaeth, Accent Contracting apply was March 1. Dakota markets. • Measure 2 - The group in We also addressed BAM’s HBA of F-M representatives 2012 that brought Measure building industry priorities for this at BAM’s 2 up for vote is back with a session which include the following: Builder Day at the Capitol new campaign to eliminate • Prohibiting the home indoor • Clay Dietrich, Dietrich Homes, Inc. property tax. There is also sprinkler mandate - With the code • Carlita Dietz, Jay Dietz Construction, another campaign to force local process nearing completion, BAM Inc. governments into state-mandated looks to influence the legislature to • Bryce Johnson, HBA executive vice budget schedules that some say prohibit the home sprinkler mandate president could destroy the flexibility that in the 2014 session. BAM leads • Paul Krabbenhoft, Coldwell Banker local governments need to adjust an effort for discussion leading First Realty spending to changing needs. to an adjustment of the new code • Ken Krajsa, Bell State Bank & Trust • Chamber coalition - North requirement of sprinklers. Dakota for Common Sense • Repealing B2B taxes - With a The NDAB board voted to join budget surplus, BAM’s stance is that this coalition that opposes the the state doesn’t need regressive, proposed Clean Water, Wildlife hidden business-to-business sales and Parks Amendment. Those and use taxes on services. BAM involved with the coalition would like to see the B2B taxes believe that this amendment spends too much money repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan with too little flexibility. It commits 5 percent of North support. Dakota’s oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund. • Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to rural areas, the building code is not always enforced. $400 million per biennium. BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field In addition to these important issues, there were many for the safety of consumers and the economic health of administrative items on this meeting’s agenda as NDAB the residential construction industry. and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as • Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would some of its policies and procedures for PAC, technology like to see this pilot project expire June 30, 2014, as it and communications. NDAB’s sponsorship program creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve is going strong with $15,000 raised already this year, compliance. compared to $18,000 raised all of last year. • Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and legislation which proposes adding language that a organizing our Congressional visits, too. We look forward home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home to a great year and more planning this summer and fall. warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party.

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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.)

Xcel Energy.............................................................. 52 Funfar Construction, Inc........................................... 35 LTP Enterprises, Inc................................................. 31 Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND................................... 31 Rigels, Inc................................................................. 30 TruGreen.................................................................. 30 Refrigeration-Heating, Inc......................................... 30 Fabricators Unlimited................................................ 29 Greener Plains Contracting...................................... 29 Wayne Welle Construction & Cabinetry, Inc............. 25 RE/MAX Realty 1...................................................... 23 Lindsay Crystal Pure Water...................................... 21 G & T Plumbing & Heating, Inc................................. 21 Menard’s................................................................... 21 Lindemann Concrete Construction, LLC.................. 19 Hoiberg Construction, Inc......................................... 19 Dietrich Homes, Inc.................................................. 19 Sig Olson & Sons Plastering, Inc.............................. 19 Landmark Homes..................................................... 18 Terry Becker Construction, LLC................................ 16 G & M Lathing Contractors, Inc................................ 15 Peplawn, Inc............................................................. 14 Swanston Equipment................................................ 12

Tobias Paint Glass & Decorating, Inc.........................10 Red River Glazing, Inc...............................................10 David Lean Construction.............................................9 Dee’s Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing, LLC..........9 Innovative Basement Systems & Egress Windows.....9 Olympic Sales, Inc.......................................................8 Tony Eckert & Sons.....................................................7 Pro Landscapers LLC..................................................6 Tester and Holman Construction.................................6 Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead..........................6 Agassiz Underground..................................................5 Deyle Construction......................................................4 KT Realty.....................................................................4 Kassenborg Construction, Inc.....................................4 Dabbert Custom Homes..............................................4 Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area, Inc..........3 Rick Halvorson Construction.......................................3 Broberg-Gerdes Partners............................................3 Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead, LLC...................2 Ceramic Tileworks.......................................................2 Bennett’s Home Repair...............................................1 The Color Wheel..........................................................1 Nick Meyer Homes......................................................1

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Flooring Jeremiah Johnson 2402 7th Ave. N. Ste 1 Fargo, N.D. 58102-3282 (701) 293-8738 Sponsor: Ken Krajsa, Bell State Bank & Trust

Eastern Dakota Housing Alliance Developers Grace Backman 4357 13th Ave. SW Ste 212 Fargo, N.D. 58103 (701) 364-2833

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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.

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

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

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Advertiser Index ACME TOOLS....................................................................................... 27

April 2014

Aggregate Industries, Inc. - North Central Region................................. 35

April 1........Education Committee........................................8 a.m. April 2........Home Builders Care Board Meeting........... 11:30 a.m April 11......Events Committee........................................8:15 a.m. April 13.................................................................... Palm Sunday April 14 .....New Member Dev. & Retention Committee........Noon April 14......HBA Executive Committee Meeting...................3 p.m. April 15......HBA Board of Directors Meeting.....................11 a.m. April 18......Good Friday ...........................( HBA closes at 2 p.m.) April 20...............................................................................Easter

Bell State Bank & Trust.......................................................................... 22 Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND................................................................ 21 Butler Machinery Company................................................................... 21 BW Insurance Agency, Inc..................................................................... 19 Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr. Inc....................................................... 19 Carpet World......................................................................................... 19 Cass County Abstract Company........................................................... 22 Cass County Electric Cooperative......................................................... 19 Coldwell Banker First Realty................................................................... 7 Crane Johnson Lumber Company......................................................... 40 DECKMASTERS................................................................................... 21 Goodin Company................................................................................... 39 Hauck & Buchholz Drywall, Inc................................................................ 7 Lamperts Lumber.................................................................................. 17 Mid-States Truss Company.................................................................... 40 Minnkota Windows, Inc............................................................................2 Northland Truss Systems, Inc................................................................38 Property Resources Group....................................................................15

April 22......Public Issues Committee Meeting............. 11:30 a.m.

Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore.........................................22

April 22......PAC Committee Meeting........................... 12:30 p.m.

Stenerson Lumber.................................................................................19

April 24-27 & May 1-4 ..................2014 Spring Parade of Homes

Xcel Energy.............................................................................................3

Rigels, Inc..............................................................................................36 The Title Company................................................................................22 Interested in advertising? Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com

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