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Two Weekends! Sept. 10-11, 17-18 Noon to 5 p.m. each day
Great food and fun for the entire family!
See a list of homes on page 10. More details in September Plains Builder or in The Forum Sept. 4. Pick up magazines at Hornbacher’s starting Sept. 6.
See page 20 for details…
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9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday Noon - 5 p.m. Sunday
Melissa Schmalenberger See pages 8-9 for more details…
August In This Issue • Home & Garden Show Feb. 24-26 - pg 7 • Fargo continues work on setback ordinance along rivers, drains - pg 11 • Fargo Commission discusses tree preservation ordinance - pg 11 • Construction industry deals with late start to season - pg 11 • Member of the Month: Monica Hart - pg 16 • NAHB senior economist to give economic outlook at Oct. GMM - pg 21 • Meet Your HBA Board of Directors: Darrick Guthmiller - pg 23 • Member profiles: Kassenborg Construction, Inc.; Grace Electric - pg 24 • 8th Annual Charity Ride Aug. 20 - pg 28
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Home Builders Association of F-M 1802 32nd Avenue South Fargo, ND 58103 (701) 232-5846 • (701) 280-1108 fax www.hbafm.com • info@hbafm.com The Plains Builder is published 12 times per year by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead, 1802 32nd Avenue South, Fargo, ND 58103. The Plains Builder is mailed or e-mailed 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.
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HBA of F-M Executive Committee & Board of Directors TYRONE LESLIE Heritage Homes (President and National Director) CHRIS LIND Chris Lind Custom Homes (President Elect and National Director) DARRICK GUTHMILLER Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc. (Treasurer) BRUCE JOHNSON RE/MAX Realty 1 (Associate Vice President) JOHN VASTAG Perfect Temp (Secretary) TERRY BECKER Terry Becker Construction, LLC (Past President and National Director) KEN ANDERSEN BRENT ATKINS STAN BIRKY BILL BLIXT CARLITA DIETZ JASON EID HARRY GILBERTSON NANCY KELLY TERRY LIPP SYLVIA LUNSKI NANCY MICHELSEN
KWA Constructors, Inc. Minnkota Windows, Inc. Stan Birky Construction, Inc. Western Products, Inc. Jay Dietz Construction, Inc. Eid-Co Buildings, Inc. (Nat’l. Director) Harry Gilbertson Construction Heartland Labor Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery Design Direction, Inc. CityWide Electric
Ex-officios to the board of directors DON DABBERT, JR. Dabbert Custom Homes (Life Director) GERALD EID Eid-Co Buildings, Inc. (Senior Life Director) JOHN GUNKELMAN Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. (Life Director) KEN KRAJSA State Bank & Trust (NDAB Associate Nat’l Director) DAN LINDQUIST Dan Lindquist Construction, Inc. (National Director) JOHN MAHAN Mahan Construction, Inc. (Life Director)
HBA of F-M Staff BRYCE JOHNSON JENNY ERICKSON JENNIFER MCKINNEY KRISTA MUND AMANDA OHLSEN ROCKY SCHNEIDER ALISON STREYLE
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Executive Vice President Development & Project Coordinator Membership Coordinator Communications Manager Accounting & Records Coordinator Public Affairs Coordinator Communication & Office Coordinator
This year’s cover features a home built by John Gunkelman, Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. He was awarded the HBA of F-M’s 2001, 2009 and 2010 “Builder of the Year.” This award is presented to one builder member that has gone beyond the call of duty for the Association, industry and community. Photo credit: JLG Architects/Anchor Block.
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ABC Seamless................................................... 7 ACME TOOLS.................................................. 17 Aggregate Industries........................................ 30 Aire Serve of Fargo.......................................... 19 Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND........................... 20 Bonestroo, Inc..................................................... 7 Butler Machinery Co......................................... 22 BW Insurance Agency...................................... 15 Camrud-Foss Concrete.................................... 22 Carpet World.................................................... 19 Cass County Abstract Co................................. 21 Cass County Electric Cooperative.................... 22 CJ Millwork....................................................... 35 Coldwell Banker.................................................. 7 Crane Johnson Lumber Co.............................. 35 Dakota Gypsum................................................ 21 Dawson Insurance............................................ 36 Goodin Company.............................................. 39 Hauck & Buchholz Drywall, Inc........................... 7 Homemakers Villa............................................. 32 Lamperts Yards................................................. 33 Mid-States Truss............................................... 35 Minnkota Windows, Inc....................................... 7 Nodak Stores.................................................... 16 Northland Truss Systems................................. 27 Property Resources Group............................... 31 Rigels, Inc......................................................... 15 State Bank & Trust............................................ 20 Stenerson Lumber............................................ 19 Superior Insurance........................................... 21 The Title Company........................................... 21 Western Products, Inc........................................ 5 Xcel Energy........................................................ 3
Interested in advertising? Contact Jenny at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com.
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6 Minot Area Recovery Fund established 13 Ad space available in 2012 Membership Directory 17 NAHB applauds EPA rejection of renovation clearance testing requirements 18 HBA continues advances on strategic plan goals 29 HBC strategic plan update 33 Habitat for Humanity kicks off 20th build season In Every Issue: 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 20 Membership Meeting Update 24 Associate & Builder Member Profiles 25 Industry Spotlight 26 Remodelers Council Report 28 Home Builders Care Foundation Report 36 Renewals 37 New Member Report
Aug. 2............ Education Committee................................................ 8 a.m. Aug. 10.......... New Member Development and Retention................ Noon Aug. 11.......... HBA Board of Directors........................................... 11 a.m. Aug. 15.......... Parade of Homes Committee............................... 3:30 p.m. Aug. 16.......... Public Issues Committee.................................... 11:30 a.m. Aug. 16.......... PAC Committee.................................................. 12:30 p.m. Aug. 17-20..... NAHB Executive Officers Council......................Naples, Fl. Aug. 18.......... August GMM Picnic at Oak Grove Park............... 5:30 p.m. Aug. 20......................................................................... HBC Charity Ride Aug. 25.......... Remodelers Council................................................... Noon Aug. 31.......... Lunch & Learn........................................................... 1 p.m.
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news briefs Hires, promotions, awards
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• Kelly Weible has joined Laney’s, Inc., Fargo, as electrical manager and Stephanie Ketterl has joined the company as a construction administrative assistant. • Tracy Sauvageau has been hired by Butler Machinery in Fargo as new machine inventory control associate. • Moore Engineering has hired Murthy Kasi as a civil/environmental engineer, Tyler Maasjo as a graduate engineer, Erin McClenahan and Dean Robbins as geographic information systems technicians and Seth Simonson as a computer-aided design and drafting technician. • Wells Fargo has promoted Chris Voss to mortgage consultant at the branch at 730 Center Ave., Moorhead. • Elissa Novotny Leino has been hired as an architect for Roers Construction and Development Inc., in Fargo. • Jamie Workman has been promoted to chief financial officer for Heritage Homes and Prudential Premier Real Estate, Fargo. • Tiffani Elser, customer service representative and lead teller, Teri Metz, marketing specialist and Chris Paulson, financial services specialist, all with Choice Financial, Fargo, have graduated from the Dakota School of Banking at Jamestown College. • GOLDMARK Property Management has promoted Mindi Larson to property manager at the Lake Crest site in West Fargo; Nicole Cegla to property manager at the Eagle Run site office in Fargo and Kevin Mullin has been named regional maintenance manager for Fargo and Minneapolis. • Jonathan Lowry, Lightowler Johnson Associates, Inc., has passed the professional engineers civil exam and earned his P.E. designation. • In the past several months, Gate City Bank has donated $327,000 to area organizations and causes. • Nor-Son, Inc., an integrated consulting, design and construction
services firm announces the opening of a new office in the Twin Cities Metro area. The new office is located in the Sunset’s building at 700 Lake Street, Suite 213, Wayzata, MN. Tim O’Connor, Nor-Son’s Project Development Manager for the Twin Cities Area, will serve as the main contact for the Wayzata office. Parade builders: tag your ads!
Attention all Fall Home Show exhibitors and builders participating in the Fall Parade of Homes! Be sure to promote the events by tagging your advertising. Also, event flyers were mailed to all members. Please post them at your business. Dietrich Homes, Inc., wins $200 off Fall Parade entry
Dietrich Homes, Inc., was the winner of a drawing held earlier this spring for $200 off a Fall Parade of Homes entry. All builders who turned in their Spring Parade of Homes survey were entered in the drawing. HBA to offer BAR/PREP testing at half-price in November
The HBA of F-M will offer National Association of Home Builders’ Builder Assessment Review and Professional Remodeler Experience Profile testing in November. Testing is offered for $95, half off the orginal price, at the HBA office. A date is to be determined. See page 34 for details. IBS registration opens Sept. 1
Member registration for the 2012 International Builders Show Feb. 8-11 in Orlando opens Sept.1. It’s never too early to start planning. Visit www. buildersshow.com or contact Jennifer at (701) 232-5846 or jennifer@hbafm. com for more details. Start planning now if you want to attend NAHB Spike Party 2012
Those planning to attend the 2012 National Association of Home Builders’ Spike Club Party during the NAHB International Builders Show must achieve the required credits: 1. Member must be a Spike in good standing as of Oct. 31. 2. To receive the Spike’s complimentary admission ticket, every Spike, including those with 25 or more cred-
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its, must earn at least one new member credit between Jan. 1 and Oct. 7. 3. To receive a guest’s complimentary admission ticket, all Spikes must earn one additional new member credit during the 2011 membership year (only credits earned until Oct. 7 will be counted for the Spike Party). Spikes who have earned their own ticket, but have not earned the additional credit required for the complimentary guest ticket, may purchase up to four tickets ($50 each). Contact Jennifer at (701) 232-5846 or jennifer@ hbafm.com for more details. The Remodeling Show Oct. 12-15 in Chicago
The Remodeling Show is the only national remodeler-centric event bringing together the entire remodeling industry face-to-face annually. The Remodeling Show is a fullservice event, complete with the latest and greatest products, one-to-one discussions with manufacturers’ technical experts and shop talk with other remodeling professionals. Hosted sideby-side with DeckExpo, it is the only national event exclusively serving the residential remodeling segment of the construction industry. Visit www.theremodelingshow.com for details and registration information. Nominations open for builder, associate of the year
Each fall the HBA of F-M presents Builder and Associate of the Year awards at its October General Membership Meeting. A committee made up of past winners and HBA Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson is now accepting nominations for consideration. Call the HBA at (701) 232-5846 if you have suggestions. HBA Sponsorship & Advertising Guide now available
The HBA of F-M has developed a guide for all its sponsorship and advertising opportunities. You will be amazed at the variety of ways you can promote your company and/or products to the membership, consumers or both! Download the guide at www. hbafm.com or contact Jenny at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com for more information.
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news briefs Briefs con’t from previous pg Mark your calendar for the 2011 Career Expo Dec. 8
Mark your calendar now for the ninth annual Health, Tech & Trades Career Expo Dec. 8. Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation and HBA of F-M are major sponsors of this event for ninth grade students to explore careers in several industries including construction. Home Builders Care scholarship available
Home Builders Care Foundationwill award scholarship to area high school students this fall. Applicants must enroll in a residential construction trade or related field at Minnesota State Community and Technical College, Moorhead, or North Dakota State College of Science, Wahpeton. Scholarships are also available for
college students active in the National Association of Home Builders student chapters at area post-secondary schools. Deadline to submit applications is Sept. 24. Visit www.hbcfm.com or contact Jenny at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com. Scholarships are also offered directly from NAHB’s philanthropic arm, the National Housing Endowment at www.nationalhousingendowment.com.
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The second-quarter permit report for the Fargo, Moorhead, West Fargo, Dilworth area is enclosed as an insert in this issue of the Plains Builder. You can call (701) 232-5846 or email info@hbafm.com if you did not receive it. It is also available on the members-only section of www.hbafm.com.
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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. See page 38 to find who last month’s Guess Who was. Hints: • Has registered black angus cattle. • Is a Cornhuskers fan. • Loves to hunt. • Donated a kidney to his son. • Has 13 grandchildren. 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.
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HBA of F-M President’s Report
Minot Area Recovery Fund established
The Minot Area Recovery Fund was established to help in the longterm flood recovery needs of the area. Launched by the Minot Area Community Foundation with an initial contribution of $250,000 the fund will be looking to national, regional and local funding sources to help provide relief and restoration throughout the greater Minot area; including the counties of Ward, Renville, Bottineau and McHenry. “Once this crisis passes, we will focus on getting people’s lives restored from the flood. We’ll use the fund to make grants to groups providing direct services to flood victims,” says Ken Kitzman, MACF president. “Every dollar received for the fund will be used to help people in our area. No administration fees or allocations to national affiliates will be taken.” Assistance will be provided initially to first responders, and then MACF will provide funding for: • Rebuilding Assistance – construction materials, repairs, HVAC • Rental/Mortgage Assistance/ Transitional Housing • Goods/Household Items – appliances, furniture & bedding, clothing • Services – childcare, legal, referral, transportation, animal care • Counseling/Health Services – behavioral health & physical healthcare • Direct Assistance – tax assistance, utilities • Food Assistance
Donate:
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Your HBA watches local legislative items: building setbacks on rivers, tree preservation
When you join the HBA of F-M, you support and receive legislative representation at the local, state and national levels. We are your local watchdog, the North Dakota Association of Builders and the Builders Association of Minnesota are your state watchdogs and the National Association of Home Builders is your federal watchdog. It doesn’t much matter what time of year it is anymore, your watchdogs are busy guarding your livelihood constantly.
Tyrone Leslie Heritage Homes
Local…
Your HBA has been very involved with talks in Fargo about an ordinance relating to construction along rivers. The city currently has a moratorium for building on river lots. Current policy forbids building within 450 feet from the center line of any river. The ordinance would address building setbacks along the three rivers and numerous drains that run through the city and its future growth areas. For a complete update, see page 11. We have also been at the table with a task force discussing a tree preservation ordinance for Fargo. The task force worked through eight drafts before sending an ordinance to the City Commission for review. The draft ordinance brought to the commission included several areas that needed discussion including a ban on removing trees within 350 feet of a river, preservation of significant trees in existing neighborhoods and tree inventory requirements, plus more. Commissioners sent the draft ordinance back to the task force for further review, and your HBA would like input from members on several of its provisions. For details, see page 11.
State…
BAM offered assistance to its members and local associations experiencing problems with getting electrical inspections during the Minnesota government shutdown last month. Minnesota cities that had not passed an ordinance to perform electrical inspections were having trouble getting an inspector to jobsites. NDAB maintains a strong relationship with North Dakota’s Congressional delegation, is active in state legislation that helps the building industry and confronting other issues as they arise. Most recently, NDAB was very active this spring at the legislature in achieving balance to requirements for using an architect on private projects and reforming the appraiser chapter of the N.D. Century Code.
National…
NAHB is commending the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for rejecting a proposal to add third-party clearance testing to the Lead: Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule (RRP). At NAHB’s request, this regulation was selected for review by the EPA under the Presidential Executive Order for Regulatory Review concerning the impact of federal rules on small businesses and job creation. Third-party clearance testing would have added extreme additional costs to the already burdensome process and costs created by the RRP Rule. Read more on page 15.
Minot, Bismarck Flood Recovery
Our thoughts and prayers go out to our neighbors to the west in Minot and Bismarck as they face flood recovery. Your HBA leadership is considering options on how to assist in the rebuilding efforts as an Association and through our membership. We are discussing what to do, but must first know the Minot Build-
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Booth sales are open to all HBA of F-M members for the RRV Home & Garden Show. It will again offer the largest selection of home and garden exhibits in the region. Held at the Fargodome, this show features up to 110,000 square feet of exhibit space showcasing the diverse products available in today’s building industry. Educational seminars on home building topics as well as feature presentations by celebrity speakers are held daily. Please look to the left for booth rates and contact the HBA at (701) 232-5846 or events@hbafm.com for more details. Show sponsorships are available in the Gold, Silver and Bronze levels. Get your name in front of thousands of consumers interested in building or remodeling. Contact Jenny at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com for details.
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Fall Home Show features seminars on organizing kitchens, garages, entries and mudrooms
Exhibitor List as of 7/21/11
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MS. Simplicity will change your life: not by remodeling your home, but by reorganizing your life! Melissa Schmalenberger, known as MS. Simplicity, will open your eyes to what your home can look like... organized. Schmalenberger’s career in professional organizing began in 2007. “It is my goal to help my clients create and maintain a system of organizing that works for each individual person,” she says. “I work with the client to create the organized home or business that they never thought possible.” Her seminars will focus on garage organization, tidying your kitchen and cleaning up clutter hotspots like the family “launch pad,” or entryway. “The days of the dungeon garage are gone,” says MS MS. Simplicity Simplicity. “Find systems that Melissa Schmalenberger will enable you to find everything in your garage, from a hammer to off-season clothing. I will also give tips on getting families in and out of the house in an organized manner every day, and ways to turn that front door dumping ground into the organized space you’ve been dreaming of.” Her kitchen seminar will show attendees how to maximize the space no matter if it’s big or small. She notes that families spend the majority of their time at home in the kitchen making it an important place to keep in-check!
ABC Seamless.............................................94, 95 Basement Technologies of N.D.....................61, 62 Budget Blinds of Fargo.......................................60 Culligan Water Conditioning...............................69 F. M. Water Systems - Kinetico...........................89 Floor Coverings International...........................1, 2 Innovative Basement Systems & Egress Windows.....................................90, 91, 92 Nelson Window Company............................17, 18 Price-Rite Home Improvements, Inc.............47, 48 Red River Glazing, Inc........................................88 Rose Creek Design............................................34 Rusco Window Company.................43, 44, 45, 46 Stahl Meland Hawley Architects & Builders....................................12, 13 Solution Design, Inc............................................63 Studs to Rugs, Inc..............................................39 Valley Central Vacuum........................................96 Western Products, Inc......................65, 66, 67, 68 Windows Plus, Inc........................................32, 33 Fall Home Show details The Fall Home Show will be Oct. 1-2 at the Fargo Civic Your Home Improvement Company....................22 Center. Hours are 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday and noon - 5
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p.m. Sunday. Now in its 22nd year, the Fall Home Show will display exhibits showcasing home improvement companies including contractors, flooring, siding, spas, windows, water purification, decks, heating/air conditioning, interior decorating and design, kitchen and bath design, cabinetry, garage doors and more. Accent Kitchen & Bath is the show’s platinum sponsor and will present seminars on topics like renovating your kitchen and bath. Admission is $3 and parking is free and convenient! Children younger than age 14 will be admitted free when accompanied by an adult. Look for a show guide with more seminar details and a coupon for $1 off admission in The Forum Sept. 25. The guides will also be available Sept. 26 at all Hornbacher’s stores and at www.hbafm.com. Call (701) 232-5846 or email events@hbafm.com for more information on exhibiting in the show.
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Sponsorships for the HBA of F-M’s shows are two of the best ways to get your company name in front of thousands of consumers through, print, radio and television advertising. Contact Jenny at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com if you are interested in sponsoring either show.
Fall Home Show
The Gold and Silver sponsorships are available for the Fall Home Show Oct. 1-2 at the Fargo Civic Center. These sponsorships are promoted in the show guide produced by and published in The Forum, on the show program, in press kits, in the Plains Builder, on HBA’s website, www.hbafm. com, and on HBA’s Facebook page, www.facebook.com/ HomeShowFM. The Silver sponsor is also recognized on signage throughout the show and can advertise in the Fall Home Show Guide. There are more benefits depending on the level of sponsorships.
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Parade of Homes magazine available Sept. 6 at all
Fall Parade of Homes features 32 homes in F-M metro area
Visit the HBA of F-M’s Fall Parade of Homes Sept. 10-11 and 17-18: This year’s event covers Dilworth, Fargo, Moorhead and West Fargo. Hours run noon 5 p.m. and homes are open two weekends for consumer convenience. Renderings, descriptions and maps will be included in the Parade of Homes guide available starting Sept. 6 at all Hornbacher’s locations. An insert will also be included in The Forum Sept. 4. This year’s Parade will feature 18 Builders and 32 homes. A new parade website will go live Sept. 6; be sure to visit www.hbafm.com to see this feature. The list below is for HBA of F-M members only and is subject to change; consumers can receive the list beginning Sept. 6 at all Hornbacher’s.
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Fall Parade of Homes sponsorships available... Contact Jenny at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com to learn about this great chance to
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BMW Homes, Inc................................................ Horizon Shores.............3602 22nd Ave S....................... Moorhead...................$334,900 BMW Homes, Inc................................................ Woodbridge..................514 13th St NE.......................... Dilworth.....................$279,900 Carpco, Inc........................................................... West River....................3664 Hidden Circle................... West Fargo..................$360,000 Dabbert Custom Homes....................................... Osgood.........................5048 43rd Ave S........................ Fargo...........................$164,900 Dabbert Custom Homes....................................... Osgood.........................4338 Estate Dr S....................... Fargo...........................$164,900 Dabbert Custom Homes....................................... Veterans Park................4706 54th St S........................... Fargo..................................TBD Dave Meyer Construction.................................... Evergreen Meadows.....4108 39th St.............................. Moorhead...................$374,900 Dietrich Homes, Inc............................................. Shadow Wood...............3530 6th St E............................ West Fargo..................$685,000 *Eid-Co Homes, CGB, NDPB ................................. Legacy..........................2282 57th Ave S........................ Fargo...........................$145,484 *Hanson Bros., Inc., NDPB.................................... Woodhaven...................4307 Coventry Dr S.................. Fargo...........................$312,000 *Heritage Homes, CGB, CGP, NDPB.......................... Woodhaven...................4906 Loden Ct S....................... Fargo...........................$299,900 *Heritage Homes, CGB, CGP, NDPB.......................... Reserve at Osgood........207 39th Ave E.......................... West Fargo..................$264,900 *Heritage Homes, CGB, CGP, NDPB.......................... Shadow Wood...............644 35th Ave E.......................... West Fargo..................$287,500 *Heritage Homes, CGB, CGP, NDPB.......................... Charleswood.................1825 Evergreen Way................. West Fargo..................$215,900 Holly & Company Classic Homes....................... Shadow Wood...............3492 Loberg Dr......................... West Fargo..................$269,900 J & L Construction............................................... Maple Valley.................6120 35th St S........................... Fargo...........................$131,900 J & L Construction............................................... Maple Valley.................6007 35th St S........................... Fargo...........................$122,700 Jordahl Custom Homes, NDPB.............................. Westport Beach.............1314 Westport Beach Way........ West Fargo..................$135,245 Jordahl Custom Homes, NDPB.............................. Prairie Grove................2613 56th Ave S........................ Fargo...........................$153,479 Jordahl Custom Homes, NDPB.............................. Southfield.....................4253 19th St S........................... Moorhead...................$165,726 Jordahl Custom Homes, NDPB.............................. Autumn Fields..............4263 28th Ave S........................ Fargo...........................$179,824 Jordahl Custom Homes, NDPB.............................. Reserve at Osgood........3864 Reserve Dr E.................... West Fargo..................$274,900 Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc., CGB, CGP........... Silverleaf......................6160 Silverleaf Dr S................. Fargo...........................$595,900 Krueger Construction, Inc., NDPB......................... Reserve at Osgood........3861 3rd St E............................ West Fargo..................$273,600 Krueger Construction, Inc., NDPB......................... Woodbridge..................1105 4th Ave NE....................... Dilworth.....................$209,900 Platinum Home Contracting................................ Westport Beach.............4508 Newport Ln...................... West Fargo..................$161,100 Platinum Home Contracting................................ Veterans Park................5459 48th Ave S........................ Fargo...........................$199,900 RHR Construction................................................ Shadow Wood...............724 35th Ave W........................ West Fargo..................$315,900 Rick Halvorson Construction, Inc........................ Woodbridge..................1002 6th Ave NE....................... Dilworth.....................$229,900 Stahl Meland Hawley Architects & Builders....... 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Public Issues Report of Area Affairs
Fargo continues work on setback ordinance along rivers, drains by Rocky Schneider, Public Affairs Coordinator
The city of Fargo continues to meet to develop an ordinance relating to building along rivers. The city currently has a moratorium for building on river lots. Current policy forbids building within 450 feet of any river. The ordinance would address building setbacks along the three rivers and numerous drains that run through the city and its future growth areas. At a recent City Commission meeting the moratorium was further defined to state that permits for existing homes on river lots could be approved, if the remodeling did not result in the home being closer to the river. All new home permits still have to be approved by the full commission and meet the 450 foot setback. The moratorium is temporary until the City Commission finishes studying the issue and an ordinance is approved. The new setbacks are necessary, according to city officials, to provide enough protection for the homes and the city in times of severe flooding. The setback distance serves three primary functions. The first is simply to make sure homes will be far enough away from the river to be able to meet a proper elevation. The second is to prevent the weight of the home from causing a sloughing of the river banks. The final reason is to give the city adequate room behind the house to construct levees or other emergency measures if the situation and need arises. The distance of 450 feet was determined using an 8:1 ratio formula. It is determined by calculating the depth of the river (from the river bottom to the top of the river bank), multiplying it by eight, and adding 100 feet. Using this calculation on the Red River’s depth results in a 450-foot setback which is what is being used in the moratorium.
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Fargo City Commission discusses tree preservation ordinance by Rocky Schneider, Public Affairs Coordinator
A group of city staff and industry representatives have been working since last December to develop an ordinance to help preserve trees within the city of Fargo and in future development areas. The HBA of F-M has been an active participant in the task force meetings. The task force worked through eight drafts before sending an ordinance to the commission for review. The draft ordinance brought to the city commission included several areas that needed discussion. Some of the areas are highlighted below: • Riparian buffer: The ordinance looks to eliminate the removal of trees within 350 feet of a river. • Significant trees in existing neighborhoods: One goal of the draft ordinance is to help preserve the city’s existing significant trees (roughly defined as having an 18-inch diameter). This would be required in all areas of the city for new and existing homes. Homeowners would have to obtain approval from the city forester and either replant a 2-inch tree or provide payment equal to two times the cost to purchase and plant a tree elsewhere. • Tree inventory requirements: The ordinance lays out a few requirements for new developments including the creation of a tree inventory to accompany new developments during the platting phase. The tree inventory would detail existing trees on property to be developed. If significant or non-significant trees are to be removed, the developer must follow the
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Area construction dealing with a late start to the season by Rocky Schneider, Public Affairs Coordinator
Already facing a weakened market from yearly flooding and a sputtering national economy, the local housing industry did its best to rebound despite the challenges. This spring saw, for the third year in a row, a chance of disastrous flooding in the Fargo-Moorhead area that delayed the start of the construction season by several months. The rising river levels do not just affect the river banks. Water table levels were high across the valley making the construction of homes almost impossible for the first several months of the year. The housing market continues to be steady locally with 210 housing starts so far in 2011 (Jan-June). This is down from 357 in 2010 over the same time frame. However, 2010 numbers include the period when the $8,000 first-time homebuyers tax credit was being offered. Total construction value continues to remain strong and has actually increased to a total of $165 million in 2011 which is up from $141 million in 2010. “We are fortunate to have been insulated from the worst of the recession, but that doesn’t mean we are completely isolated from its effects,” said Tyrone Leslie, HBA president. “When you add in our perpetual flooding the last three years, every added barrier to homeownership and growth is felt a little more.” A copy of the HBA’s second quarter permit report is enclosed in this month’s magazine. For more information on the permit report please contact Rocky at the HBA at (701) 232-5846 or rocky@hbafm. com. You may also download the report at www.hbafm.com from the “member tools” area.
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News from the North Dakota Association of Builders
President’s message Minot’s flooding is devastating. I’m hoping that members of the NDAB across the state may be able to help with flood recovery efforts, providing information on how their communities handled it when faced with similar problems. Joel Fiest The numbers being compiled are NDAB President staggering. Last count is as follows: about 1,000 apartments damaged or destroyed; about 600 house rental properties; 875 homes destroyed; 2,200 homes “severely damaged” as well as countless businesses affected. We have organized a Flood Recovery Committee and are looking for help in both the way of information and possible collaboration with North Dakota builders and developers that may be interested in working, building, development, etc., in the Minot area. The needs are great. Please give it some thought and provide any information to me or Doreen at NDAB. All help will be greatly appreciated. There will be many obstacles, but with your help we can recover from this disaster.
Minot’s one-stop contractor licensing center Gov. Jack Dalrymple, Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem and Tax Commissioner Cory Fong announced the multi-agency “one-stop” contractor licensing center that opened in Minot July 11. The center is open Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is located in the Job Service building at 3416 N. Broadway in Minot. “This One-Stop Center will be a very effective way to prevent fraudulent contractors from taking advantage of Minot residents, but at the same time it will expedite the process of licensing for reputable contractors who are needed in Minot,” Dalrymple said. “Contractors and clean-up related business will be critical to ensuring an efficient and orderly recovery effort in Minot and the surrounding communities impacted by Souris River flooding,” said Tax Commissioner Cory Fong. “And, it is important that they are meeting the requirements of North Dakota law, which means they have the appropriate licenses and permits in order to work in the state, including having a sales tax permit and are registered for withholding if they have employees.” All contractors and their employees are required to be licensed by the Secretary of State. Contractors who aren’t permanently located in Minot also must post a bond and obtain a transient merchant’s license issued by the Attorney General’s office. Employees from both state agencies will be staffing the One-Stop Center with employees from Job Service N. D., Workforce Safety, the Tax Commissioner’s office and the city of Minot. The One-Stop Center will enable contrac-
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Disaster Resources Available
Between the Missouri River flooding and the flooding in the Minot area, it’s been a difficult summer for our state and our members. To assist, NAHB has compiled resources for members and HBAs to Doreen Riedman use to help their communities rebuild NDAB Executive following a disaster. There are radio Officer public service announcement scripts, sample flyers and links to government information and resources. The monumental challenges facing natural disaster victims who have lost their homes and, in many cases, all of their belongings and their jobs may seem overwhelming. NAHB has created resources to help consumers begin to put the pieces of their lives back together. Find out how to find and select a professional builder or remodeler, how to avoid unscrupulous contractors, prepare for a natural disaster and other vital resources to help disaster victims recover. All of this can be found at nahb.org/disasterresources. tors to quickly complete the required state licensing and registration procedures. Agents from the Bureau of Criminal Investigation will conduct a warrants and registered sex offender search on all applicants, and any illegal aliens will be turned over to federal authorities. All individuals will be issued a OneStop Center Photo Identification card so that home and business owners can easily determine that both the company and the individual employee are properly licensed and bonded with the state. The photo identification also will indicate if the licensee is a registered sex offender. “Anyone in Minot needing to rebuild or repair flooddamaged property should ask to see the photo identification card issued by the One-Stop Center before doing business with a contractor. The ID card provides reassurance to the home or business owner that the contractor has complied with state licensing requirements,” said Stenehjem. Attorney General Stenehjem encouraged licensed contractors who operate permanently in Minot to visit the One-Stop Center as soon as possible to obtain photo identification cards for their employees. The process will be expedited for licensed contractors with a permanent business address in Minot. Documentation of the current license status will be required. “Access to flood damaged areas is restricted, so contractors who do not have a photo identification card issued by the One-Stop center may find it difficult to gain entry into the restricted areas, particularly the residential streets,” said Stenehjem. Law enforcement in the restricted areas will be checking all contractors for photo identification cards.
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News from around the state...
a monthly briefing from the ND Association of Builders on news from each local association
Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association • (701) 222-2400 Roxy Jacobson, Executive Officer • www.bmhba.com • NDAB and BMHBA will be conducting a FREE OSHA 10-Hour Class Aug. 10-11 for members. This is a great member benefit, but you MUST preregister. • The Annual Sporting Clay Shoot is Aug. 25 at Capital City Sporting Clays. If you have any questions or have not registered yet and would like to attend, please call the office. • The 2011 Fall Parade of Homes is right around the corner. The BMHBA has been working on getting out the contracts, so if you haven’t seen one and would like to enter a home, please call the office. • BMHBA will be accepting nominations for Builder and Associate of the Year soon. Please keep this in mind when working with those Builders and Associates who are doing a great job!
Dickinson Area Builders Association • (701) 483-0044 Irene Schafer, Executive Officer
• Dickinson Area Builders awarded four scholarships this year, due to ties in evaluations. Scholarship recipients include Darnell Douglas, Jessica Schmitt, Cassie Stegmiller and Lidia Muckle. • The annual picnic is scheduled for Aug. 10 at Eagles Park. All members, employees and families are welcome to attend this “free of charge” picnic. Events start at 6 p.m. • Regular scheduled membership meetings begin again on Sept. 7 at Lady J’s Club & Catering. Watch for more details.
Forx Builders Association • (701) 746-4536 Betty McDonald, Executive Officer • www.forxbuilders.com
• The Golf Outing is Sept. 15 at Valley Golf Course in East Grand Forks. Sponsors include: Title Sponsor - Blue Cross Blue Shield and Brat Sponsor - Keith’s Security World. The grill masters are Mike Compton, Kelsey Svoboda and Jennifer Johnson from Alerus Financial. • Our Past President’s Club is up and running once again after a little break. They just met and will get back on track to meet quarterly. They have much experience, information and ideas to offer. • Our Project House is completed and on the market. It is listed with David Blumkin of 1st Realty of Greater Grand Forks.
Minot Association of Builders • (701) 852-0496 Vicky Flagstad, Executive Officer • www.minotab.com
• The MAB office was flooded with about 6 feet of water on the main floor. We are currently operating out of the Minot MDU office while searching for a new home. Thank you to MDU for taking us in during this very stressful time. • Cancelled events due to flooding: • July GMM hosted by Lower’s Garden Center • Aug. 8 Past President’s Golf Tournament • The September GMM, hosted by Verendrye Electric, is still on!
Williston Area Builders Association • (701) 572-4722 Tina Hanson, Executive Officer • www.willistonbuilders.com
• The 2nd Annual Family Picnic is Aug. 18 at Davidson Park. All members and families are welcome; contact Tina by Aug. 16 to RSVP. • First GMM: Sept. 15 at the El Rancho (social, 6:30 p.m., dinner, 7 p.m.). All members and prospects welcome. Contact Tina for sponsorship information. • 2012 Home Show set for March 30-31st at the Raymond Family Community Center.
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Ad space now available in 2012 Membership Directory & Buyer’s Guide
Wondering how you can advertise to your target audience? The HBA Directory and Buyer’s Guide is a publication dedicated to the building industry and our members. Consumers use the guide to locate and hire contractors and other HBA members for buying, building or remodeling their homes. The directory is a 206-page spiral bound book that features articles of interest to consumers and a complete list of HBA member companies. Total circulation of this publication is 4,500 with distribution points located around the community. Advertising is exclusive to HBA members. There are numerous options in ad size and location, so we are sure to have one that benefits your company. Starting Aug. 16, advertising space is open to all HBA members. The HBA can design an ad for free or you can submit your own. If you are interested in advertising in this publication, please contact Jenny at (701) 232-5846, jenny@hbafm.com, or check out the enclosed advertising contract. Forms verifying each member company’s address information will be mailed by mid-September. Every member will receive one free member listing and one free classified listing in the HBA’s Directory. Keep an eye on the mail for those forms coming this fall!
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News from the Builders Association of Minnesota
2011 BAM Legislative Summary
The full Builders Association of Minnesota’s 2011 Legislative Summary is now available online at www.bamn.org/legislation. In a nutshell, Minnesota Senate Republicans, who hadn’t held a majority in over 30 years, won 16 new seats to take a 37 to 30 majority. The House of Representatives, which generally flips every few years, saw Republicans win the majority 72 to 62. Democrat Gov. Mark Dayton vetoed all but one spending bill and the executive and legislative branches did not come to a budget agreement prior to the constitutional end of the legislative session. That means, at the time of writing, the state of Minnesota’s government is shutdown. How long it will last; no one knows. The following is a summary of BAM’s top three offensive bills.
Fire Sprinkler Bill
This bill, House File 460, would have prohibited the Legislature or the Department of Labor and Industry from passing a mandate requiring installation of fire sprinklers in new single-family construction. Introduced Feb. 10 by BAM, the bipartisan bill passed the House 90 to 40 March 31, then, on May 16, passed the Senate 50 to 15. The bill went back to the House to be passed as amended and passed again; this time 97 to 36. On May 25, Gov. Dayton vetoed the bill even though the opposition provided unsubstantiated information. BAM has contacted the Governor’s office to correct the information. With the kind of bipartisan support the bill received, it was a huge disappointment to receive the governor’s veto. But BAM is NOT giving up. The fire sprinkler requirement has not been through the code process, which was scheduled to begin in July, but that will depend on how long the shutdown lasts. Therefore, it is not in code yet. Even if the code process does not warrant the desired outcome, an Administrative Law Judge hearing and the 2012 legislative session are our next steps and will be taken if necessary.
Lead Abatement Bill
BAM introduced House File 166 and it was passed and signed into law by the governor Feb. 27. This bill pushed back the date cities must check the EPA website as a resource for certification of the EPA’s Lead: Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule to Aug. 1 from Feb. 1. It also prohibits municipalities from charging a similar certification fee already paid to the federal government for lead certification. This does not give contractors more time for certification.
Variance Bill
This bill, House File 52, was introduced by the League of Minnesota Cities and supported by both BAM and the Builders Association of the Twin Cities. It allows cities to grant variances again, after the Minnesota Supreme Court ruled on the Krummanacher case last year interpreting the law to mean an undue hardship needed to be proven in order for a city to grant a variance. Millions of dollars of member projects were held up by the interpretation, and its passage is a big win. All bills BAM opposed were stopped or did not receive a hearing. For the complete legislative summary, contact the HBA office at (701) 232-5846 or info@hbafm.com.
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by Rocky Schneider, Public Affairs Coordinator
Looking to bolster its share of the housing market, the city of Moorhead is working on a Housing Needs Assessment. The city has retained Mary Bujold of Maxfield Research, Inc. to help lead focus groups and compile the research needed for the study. A key group of developers and builders met with Bujold July 21 to discuss building within the city and region. The participants shared their experiences working with, and selling, the city of Moorhead. There were many points brought up on what makes it an attractive or unattractive place to work and live for home buyers, builders and developments. Also discussed were the differences between Moorhead and other area cities, including the differences between doing work in Minnesota versus North Dakota. The city’s goal is to compile this information in the coming months and address the areas it can to help make the city more attractive. If you are interested in sharing information or experiences, please contact Rocky (701) 232-5846 or rocky@hbafm.com.
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News from the National Association of Home Builders July 15, 2011 - House Reauthorizes Flood Insurance Program for Five Years By a vote of 406 to 22, the House on July 12 overwhelmingly approved H.R. 1309, the Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2011, which would reauthorize the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) for five years through Sept. 30, 2016. The program, which covers about 5.5 million policyholders in more than 20,000 communities nationwide, is set to expire Sept. 30. NAHB worked with House leadership throughout the legislative process to advance the bill and defeat any amendments to weaken the program. A letter was sent to lawmakers prior to the House vote designating support for passage of the legislation as a “key vote” for the housing industry. “NAHB believes the five-year reauthorization of NFIP will help ensure the nation’s real estate markets operate smoothly and without delay,” the letter said. “H.R. 1309 reflects these goals by offering programmatic improvements that establish solvency.” NAHB led a coalition of 21 other organizations to oppose an amendment offered by Rep. Candice Miller (RMich.) that would have terminated the program effective Jan. 1, 2012. The coalition warned that without affordable coverage, home owners and business owners would be unable to protect their largest investment, leaving taxpayers on the hook for reconstruction costs. Miller’s amendment was soundly rejected by a 384 to 38
margin. In addition to reauthorizing the NFIP until 2016, H.R. 1309 would limit the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) and any mapping to the 100-year flood level, certify the scientific validity of maps, phase in risk-based premiums and suspend mandatory flood insurance purchase requirements. NAHB continues to work with the Senate as it drafts a companion bill in advance of the Sept. 30 deadline. For more information, call Kedrin Simms Brachman at NAHB: (800) 368-5242 ext. 8413. July 15, 2011 - House Bills to Hobble Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac a Poor Substitute for Housing Finance Reform The House Subcommittee on Capital Markets and Government Sponsored Enterprises on July 12 approved six legislative proposals that would reduce the activities of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Rather than offering a comprehensive framework for overhauling the mortgage market, the bills, among other things, would cap the amount of money Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac can receive from the government, require them to dispose of all assets not critical to their housing finance mission, eliminate the National Housing Trust Fund, and allow the Federal Housing Finance Agency to revoke Fannie and Freddie’s charter while they are held in receivership. Earlier in the week, NAHB sent a letter to committee NAHB con’t on pg. 32
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member of the North Dakota Interior Designers group, a current officer of the Great Plains Toastmasters Club, on the Lake Agassiz Tour de Habitat committee and a scripture reader and communion server at church. “I am a hockey mom and have recently been in a ‘training camp’ at my house so I can learn to throw a spiral,” she says. “When I am not tending to my ‘testosterone club’ of my husband and three boys, I like to attend Zumba and cycling classes. I also like to read, learn new things and do a little traveling.”
Monica Hart’s energy and enthusiasm are practically contagious. She has been active within the HBA of F-M for six years through employment at HBA member companies. Three years ago, she started her own interior design business, Monica Hart Interior Design, Inc., and joining the HBA is one of the first things she did. “The staff is terrific, the networking is fantastic and the people involved are wonderful!” she says. Fun facts about Hart: The HBA staff chose Hart for the • Favorite color: Red August Member of the Month honor • Last vacation/trip: Colorado and because of the extra time and effort Mt. Rushmore last month put into the 2011 Spring Parade of • Hometown: Karlstad, Minn. Homes. A member of the Parade • My dream job: Is exactly what Committee and past chair, she and HBA staff members Jenny Erickson, Jennifer McKinney, I’m doing! current vice chair Robin Swanson, Krista Mund and Rocky Schneider giving Monica Hart, • The first thing I would do/buy if Superior Insurance, coordinated Monica Hart Interior Design, Inc., the “Member of the Month” award. I won the lottery is: Give 10 permuch of the judging process that cent to my current church, Hope Lutheran, and my included recruiting volunteer judges, organizing the judges’ hometown church in Karlstad, Minn. briefing and driving them to Parade home entries. Hart also regularly attends GMMs and volunteers for a variety of Every other month in the Plains Builder, we spotlight a “Member HBA needs. of the Month” chosen by the HBA staff. This feature’s purpose is In addition to the Parade of Homes, Hart is a General to thank HBA volunteers and supporters by recognizing all they do for the Association and the industry. At the end of 2011, the Membership Meeting tabletop sponsor, past Fall Home staff will give an “Extra Mile” award to one person chosen from Show exhibitor and past Herdina Academy for the Conall monthly winners. struction Trades supporter. Away from the HBA, she is a MA_4.25X5.5Ads_2011:Layout 1 3/21/11 2:45 PM Page 2 National Association of Home Builders
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NAHB applauds EPA rejection of renovation clearance testing requirements July 15, 2011 - The National Association of Home Builders commends the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for rejecting a proposal to add third-party clearance testing to the Lead: Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule (RRP). “We’re pleased that the EPA listened to the concerns of remodelers about the extreme costs the proposed clearance testing would have imposed,” said Bob Peterson, NAHB Remodelers chair and a remodeler from Fort Collins, Colo. “Home owners are saved from spending a great deal of money on lead testing. If remodeling is more affordable, home owners will be able to hire an EPA-certified renovator to keep them safe from lead dust hazards during renovation.” At NAHB’s request this regulation was selected for review by the EPA under the Presidential Executive Order for Regulatory Review (Improving Regulation and Regulatory Review, 76 FR 3821 issued on Jan. 21) concerning the impact of federal rules on small businesses and job creation. The lead rule applies to homes built before 1978 and requires renovator training and certification, following lead-safe work practices, containing and cleaning dust, and record keeping. Under the lead paint rule, contractors have been required to wipe down the project area after completing remodeling or renovation work and match the result to an EPAapproved card to determine whether lead paint dust is still Larry Leadhead EPA Lead Enthusiast
present – a process that EPA says is “effective at reducing dust lead levels below the dust-lead hazard standard.” The proposal would have required contractors to hire EPA-accredited dust samplers to collect several samples after a renovation and send them to an EPA-accredited lab for lead testing. Because of the cost of this as well as the waiting period for test results and the limited number of accredited labs nationwide, professional remodelers were very concerned about home owners’ willingness to undergo the process. “The EPA has maintained its common sense approach to keeping families safe during renovation,” said Peterson. “Hiring trained professional remodelers to contain dust, use lead-safe work practices, and clean up has been shown to successfully minimize lead hazards and protect individuals from lead exposure.” Several problems with the rule still remain. The EPA has yet to recognize an efficient, low-cost lead test kit that meets the requirements of the regulation. And last year the agency removed a key consumer choice measure – the opt-out provision – which allowed home owners with no children or pregnant women in residence to waive the rule’s requirement. In this down economy, consumers are still balking at the extra costs of the rule and often choose to reduce the amount of work done on their homes, hire uncertified contractors, or endanger themselves by attempting the work themselves.
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HBA continues advances on strategic plan goals
In the spring of 2010, HBA of F-M leaders formulated a three-year strategic plan for the Association. The group consisted of HBA directors, committee members and staff. Facilitators from the National Association of Home Builders traveled from Washington, D.C., to conduct the planning session. The HBA’s mission statement remains Brent Atkins the same: “The mission of the Home Minnkota Builders Association of Fargo-MoorWindows, Inc. HBA Strategic Plan head is to provide quality services, benefits and education to our members Monitor and the community. Striving to be a visible and proactive influence, the Association represents the collective interests of the home building industry.” At the planning session, we discussed four areas critical to the HBA and formulated objectives and strategies (listed to the right). The planning group appointed me to monitor the plan and work with staff to make regular reports to the board and membership. A common theme in this strategic plan is the need to communicate “return on investment” to the current membership and demonstrate the HBA’s positive impact on the community to consumers. In these challenging economic times, our leaders identified the importance of showing members what they are receiving for their dues, as well as increasing the HBA’s good works in the public’s eyes – which will positively impact members, too! Much has been accomplished, and even completed, within the plan and requires an ongoing effort by staff and members. Progress: Staff has developed information for members showing how much money an HBA membership saves through member discounts and benefits. They also developed a Political Action Committee accomplishments flyer detailing money saved for members through state and national legislative achievements the past two years. We are also looking at innovative ways to attract new members, but realize that “closing the sale” will be harder than in the past. This ties in with using our return-oninvestment information and legislative achievements to convince non-members of the need to join. The plan also directs the HBA to look at the reach and methods of our communication to members and consumers. Progress: HBA staff has created Facebook pages for the Association and its public events and is regularly marketing them to members and the public. An effort has been made to better communicate the HBA’s services and legislative successes to the public through our Parade of Homes and Home Show guides that are targeted at consumers and in the Membership Directory & Buyer’s Guide. The board has included in its priorities for 2011 to explore expanding technological communication options for use with the membership: smart phone apps, texts and website. The HBA website has been refreshed with a commitment to continually update all information, including the member’s
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only section, and a smart phone app is available for our Parade events. Online interactivity of our Plains Builder, Membership Directory & Buyer’s Guide and public event guides has been achieved as well. The membership has been surveyed the past two years to collect feedback on the HBA’s performance and initiatives. Leaders want to see staff, directors and committee chairs maintain a personal touch with members, and this intent will be kept in mind. Sometimes all it takes to get someone involved is personal contact over a cup of coffee or a phone call. Progress: Committees are making an effort to grow themselves by members that are already active talking to other members about getting involved. Committee chairpersons are also charged with extending contact to existing committee members to keep that “personal” touch going. All committee members are now encouraged to contact members who have not renewed to extend encouragement on keeping their membership current. Staff is working on changing some of the General Membership Meetings’ timing and format to mix it up and attract members who
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These sponsors help fund the programming you see at membership meetings throughout the year.
Bring the family for an evening of fun at the HBA Picnic Aug. 18
Great food, music, activities for all ages, prizes for associates Get out of the house and enjoy the summer weather. Family and friends are all welcome at the annual picnic, Aug. 18, at Oak Grove Park. Members are encouraged to bring spouses, children and guests. A playground is available at the Oak Grove site. Children will love playing on the inflatable games from Games Galore sponsored by CityWide Electric, as well as other fun activities like jump rope, bubbles and bowling. Adults can entertain themselves with games of bean bags and Norwegian golf. • The social is set to begin at 5:30 p.m. with dinner at 6:30 p.m. Pork loin sandwiches, hot dogs, potato salad, chips, strawberry shortcake and beverages will be provided. • Attendees may bring their own alcoholic drinks in plastic containers. Cost is $12 if pre-registered and $14 for walk-ins. Children less than 14 years of age are free. • Prizes will be given to associate members in recognition of Associate Appreciation Month. One lucky Associate attendee will win lunch for two, at the restaurant of his or her choice with HBA President Tyrone Leslie, Heritage Homes, and a free half page ad for one month in the Plains Builder.
August Picnic!
Aug. 18 - Oak Grove Park - Main Shelter Social: 5:30 p.m. • Dinner: 6:30 p.m. Reminders:
• Lots of activities for children and adults: inflatable games, playground, bubbles, potato sack races, Frisbee golf, horse shoes, bean bags, Norwegian golf and more! • Associates honored with $300 in prizes. • Spouses, children, guests welcome. • Attendees may bring alcoholic drinks in plastic containers.
Details:
• Cost: $12 pre-registered • $14 walk-ins (Ages 14 and under free!) • Menu: pork loin sandwiches, hot dogs, potato salad, chips, strawberry shortcake and beverages
Directions:
In Fargo, head north on 10th St. S. Turn right at 6th Ave. N. This will turn into S. Terrace. Continue on and look for the main shelter and you’re there!
Pre-register by Aug. 17: (701) 232-5846 or info@hbafm.com.
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NAHB Senior Economist Eisenberg to give economic outlook at October GMM
On Oct. 18, the HBA of F-M’s General Membership Meeting and Annual Meeting will feature a National Association of Home Builders Senior Economist Elliott Eisenberg, Ph.D. Eisenberg holds a bachelor’s degree in economics with honors from McGill University as well as a master of public administration degree and a doctorate in public administration from Syracuse University. He is a frequent public speaker on numerous housing and Elliott Eisenberg housing related topics including: the economic impact of NAHB Senior home building, the unintended consequences of government Economist regulations on house prices, residential fire safety and how to reduce risk and boost profits using financial derivatives. He is the creator of the multi-family stock index and is the author of more than 45 homebuilding industry articles. Dr. Eisenberg is frequently seen on television and heard on radio and his research and opinions have been featured in Business Week, Fortune, many national and local newspapers, and in numerous other publications. Builders Association of Minnesota 2011 President Todd Bjerstadt will give attendees an update on Minnesota legislation and regulatory issues. Also at the Annual Meeting, the HBA will award its highest honors: Builder and Associate of the Year. The winners of these awards ascend to the North Dakota Association of Builders Builder and Associate of the Year competition to be named in November. Contact the HBA office for more information about making a nomination: (701) 232-5846 or info@hbafm.com.
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Membership Meeting Schedule September No meeting Oct. 11 HBA Annual Meeting/GMM featuring Elliott Eisenberg Nov. 8 HBA Member Appreciation Night December No meeting
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Meet your HBA Board of Directors
Fun facts about Guthmiller:
Darrick Guthmiller’s activity within the HBA of F-M has grown along with his time in the home building industry. • Favorite service provided by His employers, Bob and Paul Kochmann, encouraged Guththe HBA: Parade of Homes miller to get involved when he started at Kochmann Broth• What you never knew about ers Homes in 1997. Today he is manager and part owner of me: I have a titanium rod in my the home building company that focuses on new homes and left leg. remodeling. Guthmiller has been on the board of directors since 2008 • Favorite vacation spot: Any and currently serves as treasurer. He also participates on the lake Darrick Guthmiller Education Committee, New Member Development ComKochmann Brothers • VIPs I’ve met: Ken Krajsa mittee and Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Homes, Inc. HBA Super Star Advisory Committee. • Last book you read: “The Guthmiller is a regular contributor to the North DaRichest Man in Babylon” kota Association of Builders political action committee (NDAB-PAC), participates in Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity’s Tour de Habitat and GET INV OLVED volunteers to help mark booth spaces on the Fargodome floor for the “I think it RRV Home & Garden Show each February. continue is critical tha He stepped up to become involved on the board of directors upon chosen their educationt an individual in your pprofession. So, in the area of encouragement by the Kochmanns and because he thought it would be people b rofession and yif you are interetheir a great opportunity personally. s ou want e xperiencecome more info to help ted “The best part of serving on the board is interaction with the other e r s m by joinin ed share - John g y Builders and Associates and the relationships that I have gained,” he EducatioRogalla, Stenea committee.” our rs n o C n o says. “The board is a diverse group of members that provides a place mmittee L chair umber, FIND O UT HOW for many opinions and points of view to come together and keep the : HBA of Association on track.” F-M (701) 23 In his spare time Guthmiller enjoys camping in the summer with 2-5846 • info@h his wife, Sarah, and two-year-old son, Quinten. He also enjoys bafm.co m working on his Ford Mustang with his dad and brother.
HBA Membership Pays... Busy Builder Member
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$400,000+ yearly HBA activities: • • • • • • •
$100,000+ yearly HBA activities:
Annual dues • Annual dues Home & Garden Show • Home & Garden Show Fall Home Show • GMM sponsorships EPA RRP certied renovator education • HBA advertising Annual Minnesota contractor continuing • Health insurance education • Committee involvement Health insurance “The key is this: your business will get out of membership what it puts into membership. The Remodelers Council contacts you make at events will prove to be very profitable to your business. Just last year alone, we added two new customers that account for over $100,000 in annual sales.”
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Examples based on two actual HBA of F-M member companies. August
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HBA of F-M Builder and Associate Member Feature
Kassenborg Construction, Inc. Grace Electric Remodeling company owner applies Golden Rule to business dealings
Female electrician sets herself apart with customer service
by Krista Mund, Communications Manager
by Krista Mund, Communications Manager
“Treat others the way you would want to be treated:” Kirby Kassenborg applies the Golden Rule to all of his remodeling jobs and attitude toward his customers. In fact, it’s one of his top tips to those just starting out in the industry. “I think being personable and doing the job the way the customer wants it done means a lot,” he says. “Quality workmanship is what I want the homeowner to see at the end of a project. Meeting or exceeding their expectations is a must. A smile on a homeowner’s face is a reward in itself.” Kassenborg is a people-person and says getting to know the owners of the homes he remodels is his favorite part of the job. He gets excited about giving them ideas to improve their living areas and maximize their money. With over 20 years in the local construction industry, Kassenborg has plenty of experience to draw from for projects within his specialties of interior finish work and remodeling. He graduated from Minnesota State Community and Technical College in 1988, worked for a successful area remodeler for three years and then a custom home builder/remodeler for 14 years before striking out on his own in 2005. “I had always done quite a lot of side jobs and wanted to start my own company,” Kassenborg says. “I had the opportunity to get a couple of larger remodeling jobs if I was on my own, so my wife and I decided to take the chance and I haven’t regretted it!” Kassenborg may build new homes in the future, but considers the remodeling market fairly strong locally. His projects vary once in awhile and have included windowwell work, tiling and finishing a barn loft. He considers working alone a positive aspect of his services since owners feel at ease dealing with one person entrusted to work on their house. “I try to be as competitive as I can and give people as good a deal as possible,” he says. “I am a small company so overhead is low and, with that, I feel I can give homeowners a better price. Keeping a clean jobsite is also very important; I try to leave the job as clean or cleaner than when I started.” Kassenborg identifies the economy and the area flood protection issues as challenges to the home building and remodeling industry, saying that customers don’t want to spend money to remodel if they are worried about losing their job. “I had a couple of jobs that had to be put on hold this spring because they didn’t know if flood waters were going to be banging at their door or not,” he adds. Above all, Kassenborg recommends to those just starting
Over the past seven years, Grace Cummings Pas has developed a successful F-M metro area electrical contracting company in a field dominated by men; she doesn’t shy away from the fact she is the only woman electrician in this market. In fact, she views has used it as a way to stand out from the crowd. Pas’ past experience in the retail industry and as a housewife gave her valuable insight into customer service, product distribution, production, being flexible and working with a limited budget. “I had three children close in age… pots, pans, a sewing machine, tool box, clothes line and a window to look out,” she says. “And by the way, we were broke! I made or fixed anything I possibly could.” Pas was born in Girvan, Scotland, and moved many times living in other countries. She graduated from Moorhead High School (the ninth school she had attended). After high school, Grace began working in the retail industry in Washington, which lasted about 13 years; there, Pas met her husband, Mark, and convinced him to join her in the move back “home,” to Moorhead. In the early 1990s, she went back to school for electrical construction. Eventually she was being asked to do so many side jobs that she decided to start Grace Electric. “I just bought a van and the tools came later,” she says. Today, her company provides both residential and commercial electrical wiring services including service upgrades, new and existing construction, emergency standby generators, communication, TV (HD), cabling, heating and air conditioning, off-peak, trenching and overhead lights. The slower economy has affected Grace Electric, but Pas believes her diversified services have helped the company remain successful. She also enjoys learning about emerging technologies in the industry including wind power, solar power, geothermal and hydroelectric energy. The company’s employees pride themselves on their focus for customer service. “We want our customers to know that this isn’t just a job for us. It’s every challenge which has shaped our personal experiences and our expertise,” she says. “This gives us the means to share with others what we have found in ourselves. Providing others that same satisfaction when they want our help is what we try our best to succeed at.” With her unique situation as the metro area’s only female electrician, Pas’ advice to those just starting in the industry is simple: find a way to stand out.
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HBA of F-M Industry Spotlight
Laser Systems Security • Corey English PO Box 9157 • Fargo, ND 58106 • (701) 293-6865
What is your company’s focus/specialty?
“We focus on both residential and commercial security systems. Directly for residential, we specialize with alarm systems and monitoring systems such as burglary, fire, carbon monoxide and low-temperature.”
What is the latest trend in your business/ industry?
“Things in the alarm business haven’t changed much in the past few years, but one thing that is becoming more popular is the cellualr monitoring of these systems. “Having the ability to monitor your systems through your cellular device is huge. Also things like sever weather alerts and high-temperature alerts are very helpful to consumers.”
What do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it? “The biggest challenge right now is the move from analog copper phone lines to simulated analog phone lines through a modem, for example. “Right now, a lot of phone and cable providers are simluated off the modem. What can happen here is that when the company goes down all your signal through that modem is lost. “What we’re doing to fix this is working to install more battery backups for the modems or using a cell module to transmit the signal.”
The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry:
Electrical, Contractor, Supplier/Lighting/Sound, Security & Electronics A Sound Environment, LLC A/A Sound & Video Design Specialties ACS Security Solutions Advanced Electrical Systems, LLC Arctic Audio Bergstrom Electric, Inc. Charlie & Sons Electric, Inc. CityWide Electric CSI Security Curt’s Lock & Key Service, Inc. Custom Cinema & Sound, LLC Dakota Hills Electric, Inc. DISHMAN Electro Watchman, Inc. Ferguson Bath, Kitchen, & Lighting Gallery GFE, Inc. Grace Electric Graybar Electric Company Inc. Infinity Electric, LLC Interstate Electric, LLC JDP Electric, Inc. King Electric Kramer Electric, Inc. Laney’s, Inc. Laser Systems Security Laughlin Electric
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Magnum Electric, Inc. Mark’s Electric, Inc. Media Link New Horizons Electric, Inc. Pacific Sound and Video Paul’s Electric, Inc. Performance Electric LLC Pioneer Electric Precision Plumbing, Electric, Heating & Cooling, Inc. Prosper Electric Randy’s Electric Moorhead Raun Technologies, Inc. Red River Electric, Inc. Richland Electric Robert Gibb & Sons, Inc. S & W Electric Motor Repair Scott A. Muehler Electric, Inc. Sensible Security Site On Sound, Inc. Static Electric Construction Systems Technology The Lighthouse Valley Lights VanEnk Electric, Inc. Voxland Electric
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News from the HBA of F-M Remodelers Council
2011 Remodelers Council
2011 Remodeling Show in Chicago
The Remodeling Show will be Oct. 12-15 in Chicago. This year promises high-quality classes, plus more in-depth peer-to-peer networking and active learning. 2011 Program Highlights Include:
Chairman Gary Grandbois Granites Unlimited Tom Schlenvogt Red River Electric, Inc. (Past Chair) Member Companies ABC Seamless Accent Contracting ACME TOOLS Barstad Construction, Inc. Braaten Cabinets, Inc. Casselton Lumber, Inc. Crane Johnson Lumber Company Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. Dave Anderson Construction Design Direction, Inc. Elliott Interior Design Fargo Linoleum Company Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery Fiske Construction, LLP Foam DR’s LLC Granites Unlimited Home Heating, A/C, & Plumbing, Inc. Homemakers Villa Interior Affairs Jauss Construction Inc. Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc. Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Laney’s, Inc. Marvin Windows & Doors Minnkota Windows, Inc. Norandex Northern Plumbing Supply Nvision Building & Remodeling Opp Construction Property Resources Group Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area, Inc. Red River Electric, Inc. Rick Duval Construction, Inc. RRC Specialties Rusco Window Company Showplace Kitchens Simonson Lumber Smart Spaces, Inc. Stenerson Lumber Stone Holding Company Syverson Tile & Stone Tecton Products, LLC Twin City Garage Door, Inc. United Products Corporation Valley Central Vaccuum Western Products, Inc.
■ NEW! Two All-Day Pre-Show Busines Boot Camps ■ NEW! Self-Assessment to Focus Your Learning Needs ■ NEW! After-the-Conference Day Assembly ■ NEW! Mentor Program Expect a whole new educational experience, customizable to your business goals, at Remodeling Show / DeckExpo 2011. Everything starts with an easyto-use and fast self-assessment, developed in partnership with a group of experienced contractors familiar with the daily operations of small and large companies. Receive a roster of suggested classes you can accept, or choose to tailor an educational program to fit your specific needs. Conference: Oct. 12-15 Exhibits: Oct. 13-15 NAHB Education: Oct. 10-13 NAHB Remodelers and the Remodeling Show can give you the skills to improve your business, get in front of the clients you want and close more sales. The extensive education offering at this event provides: • Nine designation courses from NAHB University of Housing • 51 courses in seven unique tracks in the Remodeling Show conference • NEW specialty contractor education • Special pricing for first-time attendees Continue to check the website, www.remodelingshow.com, for details on all of the other activities, events and education planned for the 2011 Remodeling Show, including the Local Council Workshop and NAHBR Awards Gala!
NAHB education offered Oct. 10-13 at the Remodeling Show Oct. 10 • 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• Universal Design/Build (Day 1) • Marketing & Communications Strategies for Aging & Accessibility (CAPS I)
Oct. 11 • 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• Universal Design/Build (Day 2) • Design/Build Solutions for Aging and Accessibility (CAPS II) • Estimating for Builders and Remodelers (CGRI)
Oct. 12 • 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• Business Management for Building Professionals (CGR2) • Scheduling (CGR3) • Risk Management and Insurance for Building Professionals (CGR4)
Oct. 13 • 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. • PREP: Your First Step to CGR
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Rev up your engines for the 8th annual HBC Charity Ride
Kassenborg con’t from pg. 24
Get your motorcycle, classic car, hot rod, street rod or cruiser ready for a scenic ride during the 8th Annual Home Builders Care Charity Ride Aug. 20. The ride kicks off from U Motors, 3525 38th St. S. in Fargo. Registration will start at 9 a.m. and riders will head out at 10:30 a.m. A second starting point is scheduled at the Lakeland General Store and Cornfield Café in Dunvilla, Minn., with registration beginning at 11:30 a.m. and the ride continues on its route at noon. One meal during the ride will be provided. Cost for a single rider is $20 and a couple is $25. The ride is organized by the Fargo Motor Patrol and all proceeds will benefit Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation, charitable arm of the HBA of F-M. The ride is sponsored by Anderson, Bottrell, Sanden and Thompson, Dippin’ Dots, Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr., Inc., Dakota Underground, Hornbacher’s, Twin City Garage Door, Inc., Nodak Stores and U Motors. Sponsorships are still available and are a great way to support Home Builders Care. Pre-registration is encouraged for planning purposes; contact Jenny at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com. Registration will also be available at U Motors and Lakeland General Store on the day of the ride. For more information about the event, please contact the HBA office or visit www.hbcfm.com.
out to do quality work and make their customers happy. “Give them a fair price and word will get around,” he says. “I’ve seen quite a few companies come and go because they do poor work or try to make a huge profit on each job. Also don’t get too big too fast. It’s great to have a lot of work, but in slow times you have to think about keeping your employees busy.”
A great sponsorship value available
Gold sponsor: • • •
Cost $2,500 ...total value up to $12,765! See page 19 or contact Jenny at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@ hbafm.com for details.
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News from the Home Builders Care Foundation
2011 Home Builders Care Board of Trustees
President Clark Bernard Red River Electric, Inc. DAVE ANDERSON Dave Anderson (Vice President) Construction CHAD MALOY Gate City Bank (Secretary) MIKE ANDERSON Bierschbach (Treasurer) Equipment & Supply TOBY CHRISTENSEN Camrud-Foss Concrete (Past President) Constr., Inc. Stenerson Lumber Structural Materials, Inc. Casselton Lumber, Inc. Lavelle Company ISR Homes Rokke Construction Anderson, Bottrell, Sanden & Thompson CARLITA DIETZ Jay Dietz (HBA Liaison) Construction, Inc.
CASEY BECKERLEG CARL BLANK BRAD MORRIS ANDY NELSON DAN PARROW ERIC ROKKE GREG THOMPSON
The foundation, created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of FargoMoorhead, is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization. It was established with funds donated by HBA members, fundraising events and the HBA itself. The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder, remodeler, and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition, construction, and remodeling. The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge. Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work.
8th Annual Charity Ride is here, Fall scholarships available
The 8th Annual Charity Ride is this month! Make any final finishing touches on your bikes and cars so they are ready to roll Aug. 20. The ride leaves from U Motors, 3525 38th St S, Fargo at 10:30 a.m. Registration will be open from 9 10:30 a.m. and gives riders a chance to enjoy doughnuts for breakfast and check out all that U Motors has to offer. The second starting point is at the Lakeland General Store and Cornfield Cafe in Dunvilla, Minn. Registration goes from 11:30 a.m. - noon. Once we continue on, riders will enjoy another beautiful ride through Minnesota lakes country. A late lunch/early supper will be prepared by Nodak. Thank you to Nodak for grilling and to Hornbacher’s for providing the food. We encourage all HBA members to come out and support your Foundation. Bring anything you can drive and join us Aug. 20. A pre-registration form is included in this issue as an insert. Contact Jenny at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@ hbafm.com with any questions. Thank you to all of our sponsors. This event would not be possible without their support. Be sure to thank Anderson, Bottrell, Sanden & Thompson; Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr., Inc.; Dakota Underground Company; Dippin’ Dots; Hornbacher’s; Nodak Stores; Twin City Garage Door, Inc.; and U Motors.
Fall Scholarships available
Each fall, Home Builders Care offers scholarships to students interested in the construction industry. Scholarships are available for high school students and post-secondary students at Minnesota State Community and Technical College, Minnesota State University Moorhead, North Dakota State College of Science and North Dakota State University. This year, applications are due by noon Friday, Sept. 23. High school seniors must be planning on attending M State or NDSCS to study in construction-related program. Students from North Dakota and Minnesota are eligible for this award. In addition to the Fargo-Moorhead schools, we distribute applications to many high schools outside of the metro area. Post-secondary scholarships are available to students who are members of the National Association of Home Builders student chapters at M State, MSUM, NDSCS or NDSU. Students must be enrolled in construction-related programs to be eligible. Scholarship recipients are based on academic standing, career and education objectives and financial need. Post-secondary students must also provide a resume and discuss their student chapter and community involvement. Applications are judged by a committee made up HBA members, HBC board of trustees, HBA staff and school advisors from the schools listed above. If you know someone you feel should apply for this scholarship, have them visit www.hbcfm.com for an application. For questions, or if you are interested in serving on the evaluation committee, contact Jenny at (701)232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com.
HBA website advertising now available!
The HBA of F-M website, www. hbafm.com, has added advertising opportunities for its members. There are various options to choose from to advertise your company to the membership as well as to consumers. Please contact Jenny at (701) 2325846 or jenny@hbafm.com for details and pricing.
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Win a free year of membership
Your HBA tracks those members who pay dues before the month of renewal. All those members go into a drawing for a free year of dues. For example, if your membership is paid through April 30, 2011, you would need to pay your dues before April 1, 2011, to be entered. Contact Amanda at (701) 232-5846 or amanda@hbafm. com with any questions.
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HBC Strategic Plan update
The current strategic plan for Home Builders Care went into effect last spring. The board of trustees has been working to continually evaluate the plan’s goals. The four key areas of this three-year strategic plan are fundraising, public relations, workforce development and operations. Keep reading to find out what your Foundation has done in each of these Mike Anderson key areas. Bierschbach Fundraising: The HBC board set Equipment & Supply HBC Strategic Plan out to raise money to continue fundLiaison ing HBC programs and outreach activities. One strategy to accomplish this goal was to initiate a long-term fundraising initiative to build the Foundation’s endowment fund and also help maintain current giving, support additional projects and provide for endowment growth. HBC created Framework for the Future to reflect this strategy. Home Builders Care hopes that Framework for the Future helps the Foundation become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community. All donations to the Foundation support Framework for the Future, except donations designated for Trades for Grades which directly support scholarships. Other strategies under fundraising include exploring events. The board of trustees undertook this by partnering with Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery to sponsor a Fargo Force hockey game and, in turn, the event brought in $1,238 for the Foundation! Public relations: HBC has been working to increase public and HBA of F-M member awareness of the Foundation. Activities like the Fargo Force game helped this initiative by promoting our Foundation to a wide group of people. We have set up a Facebook page and encourage all HBA members on Facebook to check it out at www.facebook.com/HomeBuildersCare. We also had a booth at the Red River Valley Home & Garden Show in February that was used to educate the public about what the Foundation does for the upcoming workforce and the Fargo-Moorhead community. In order to increase awareness within HBA membership, we have created a quarterly e-newsletter. The latest edition went out in July and is now available on our website at www.hbcfm.com. Workforce development: This area is relatively small based on the state of our economy. While there is always a need for a skilled workforce, we have current members of the industry looking for work and it can be very hard for college graduates to find positions. However, workforce development is still an important part of HBC’s mission and the board aims to keep working on this objective. We are still giving away our normal fall scholarships which will be available soon. Operations: This area sets forth some basic guidelines for creating roles, responsibilities and job descriptions for the board of trustees and committees. It also sets a strategy to identify the focus of HBC to determine what projects and
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programs are the most important and should be addressed first. This strategic plan has been a great guideline for the HBC Foundation to stay on track and move toward its goals. I think we have done a wonderful job putting the plan into action and we are coming closer and closer to meeting all of our goals. Thank you to everyone for seeing the value of having the Foundation and I hope to continually see it grow.
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A great sponsorship value available
Gold sponsor: • • •
Cost $2,500 ...total value up to $12,765! See page 19 for details.
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Builder performance guildelines required in Minnesota
As of Jan. 1, Minnesota builders must, by law, include a set of performance guidelines with the contract for customers. Guidelines are available to HBA of F-M members through the Builders Association of Minnesota. BAM’s Building Performance Guidelines were put together by a task force made up of its members. Countless hours were dedicated to creating and refining this document to provide the best possible product for builders. To see the statute mandating the inclusion of building performance guidelines visit: www.recisor. mn.gov/statutes/?id=326B.809. For more information on obtaining these guidelines please contact the HBA office at (701) 232-5846.
HBA refreshes www. hbafm.com members’ only section
There is a wealth of information on the HBA of F-M’s member’s only section of its website, www. hbafm.com. Click on “For The Member” tab and enter your username and password to check it out. Contact the HBA at (701) 232-5846 or info@hbafm.com for your log in information. Access: • Building permit reports • Information on the latest government affairs issues • Government contacts and details on PAC. • The Plains Builder online • High-quality downloadable HBA logos to use in your business promotions. Prime advertising opportunities also exist on www.hbafm.com. It receives 32,000 visitors each year and has become a go-to source for consumers looking for contractors and building industry companies. You can buy display ads targeting members and/or consumers as our website serves both. Contact Jenny at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm. com with questions.
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The HBA continues to urge the commission to treat each waterway independently and use the same science for calculation of setback distance. This would likely lead to different distances on the Sheyenne River than on the Red River. The task force also discussed the issue of setbacks along drains. City staff is planning to bring forth a recommendation that would require 500-feet right of way along drains. (250 feet on each side) Anything that is needed beyond that would be purchased by the city. The HBA of F-M has also been working with city staff to prevent the ordinance from having a negative effect on existing neighborhoods. The first ordinance heard by the commission would potentially have lead to the blighted conditions of hundreds of existing homes. The HBA cautioned the commission and asked for further consideration of the language and its negative effects. The city plans to continue to have meetings regarding an increase in the base flood elevation levels, which set the minimum elevation of which a structure can be built. If you are interested in more information on this topic, please contact Rocky at (701) 232-5846 or rocky@hbafm.com. Tree preservation con’t from pg. 11
replacement criteria laid out within the ordinance. Replacement penalty for significant and non-significant trees in new developments: If replanting requirements cannot be met due to site specific reasons, an amount equal to twice the cost of purchase and planting may be paid to the city to fund plantings elsewhere in the city. • Tree protection measures during construction: There are a number of requirements on best practices that need to be performed during construction on the area around “significant trees.” This area is measured as 1 foot for every inch of diameter of the tree. A couple of the more burdensome requirements are that you will need to place compaction prevention measures where you will drive near “significant” or “riparian” trees, and that there are no grade changes allowed near trees. Requirements can be waived by the forester, which means a visit to the Forestry Department will become more common. The City Commission heard a presentation from the city forester in July and had a number of questions. Several of the commissioners questioned whether the city should dictate what can and can’t be done with trees in someone’s own backyard. The ability to put on an addition to a house would be severely limited with this ordinance in its current form without the added costs of tree replacements. The commission directed the draft ordinance be taken back to the task force and revised to remove the portions that deal with trees on private property. The HBA is looking for additional input from its members. If you have time and are willing to review the draft, please contact Rocky at (701) 232-5846 or rocky@hbafm.com. •
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normally don’t attend these meetings. Education remains a key service of the HBA and our offerings continue to grow. The strategic plan directs the HBA to offer member classes for Associate members. It also directs us to share the value of achieving professional designations through the National Association of Home Builders and the North Dakota Association of Builders with members, and promoting those who hold designations to the public. Progress: The HBA now offers Lunch & Learn classes on a monthly basis that apply to small businesses and many Associates. We also offer electrical and power limited technician continuing education as well as safety training in conjunction with NDAB. A strong effort has been made to promote the professional designation programs in all consumer publications that we produce, and those programs are heavily promoted at all HBA educational offerings. Government affairs has grown immensely in the past ten years. Our goal is to keep that momentum rolling and build on it; this is the basis of our existence, so it is critical. Every effort will be made to involve more members, build better relationships with government officials and communicate our successes effectively, which goes back to communicating return on investment. Progress: Your HBA worked with the F-M Chamber of Commerce, Convention & Visitors Bureau, F-M Area Association of Realtors and Greater F-M Economic Development Corporation to organize “City Days on the Hill” in both Bismarck and St. Paul. We hope to increase our area’s
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visibility with legislators and expand communication on our industry’s concerns and priorities. Your HBA also organized members to participate in the North Dakota Association of Builders’ and Builders Association of Minnesota’s legislative events at each capitol. Early this year, your HBA also conducted legislative training to better-prepare leaders for activities during both states’ legislative sessions. It has taken initiative to become involved in campaigns that directly affect members, including activity in the half-cent sales tax election in 2010 and interviewing individuals running for office in the metro area. Operations speaks for itself: we must maintain the financial health of the HBA in uncertain economic times, increase our non-dues revenue efforts and keep a quality staff in place. Progress: Staff and the board of directors proposed a balanced budget for 2011 and are keeping in mind the need for cuts if participation in our public events declines. We are also looking at ways to increase advertising participation by members to supplement non-dues revenue. If you are interested in reviewing the entire strategic work plan, please contact the office at (701) 232-5846. Also please remember, we have several committees to choose from with varying focuses. If you would like to try one out, let us know! Your involvement can be as little or as immense as you want – it is your decision and it is your Association. Look for updates in the Plains Builder on the plan progress every six months.
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NAHB con’t from pg. 15 members stating that the “piecemeal approach” represented by the bills “would further damage the already fragile housing market and impede economic recovery.” The letter added that NAHB supports housing finance reform, and “insists that a continuing and predictable government role is necessary to promote investor confidence and ensure liquidity and stability for homeownership and rental housing.” Along those lines, bipartisan legislation has been introduced in the House to develop a comprehensive plan with a clear federal backstop to provide a reliable flow of housing credit under all economic and financial market conditions. Most recently, Reps. Gary Miller (R-Calif.) and Carolyn McCarthy (D-N.Y.) on July 7 introduced legislation at a Capitol Hill press event with NAHB Third Vice Chairman Kevin Kelly. H.R. 2413, the Secondary Market Facility for Residential Mortgages Act of 2011, would stabilize housing and ensure liquidity in the mortgage market by maintaining a federal role in the U.S. housing finance system. Similar legislation (H.R. 1859) introduced this spring by Reps. John Campbell (R-Calif.) and Gary Peters (D-Mich.) would replace Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac with five private companies that would issue mortgage-backed securities and have government backing. These two legislative approaches to reform the government sponsored enterprises diverge from efforts by the House Republican leadership to fully privatize them and gradually diminish federal support.
The panel has yet to consider a proposal (H.R. 4889) by Rep. Jeb Hensarling (R-Texas) to end government control of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in two years and wind down or privatize the two housing government sponsored enterprises within five years. During the hearing, Rep. Campbell echoed NAHB’s viewpoint, stating that the bills the panel was considering “are out of order” and that hearings should take place on comprehensive measures to replace Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac that have been put forth by himself and Peters and by Miller and McCarthy. Campbell also voiced opposition to the Hensarling bill and said that the panel should be considering the three bills that offer comprehensive plans. NAHB has presented lawmakers with a detailed proposal on restructuring the housing finance system to provide a consistent supply of mortgage liquidity and retain a federal backstop while limiting taxpayer exposure. Actively involved in this issue, the association continues to encourage all congressional efforts that seek an appropriate federal role to ensure a reliable and adequate flow of affordable housing credit. For more information, email Scott Meyer at NAHB, or call him at 800-368-5242 ext. 8144.
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Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity kicks off 20th build season by Bryce Goodell, Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Public Relations Committee Member
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity has kicked off its 20th anniversary with new construction beginning in June. This year, LAHFH will be building five homes, which shows significant progress since 1991 when the organization averaged only one or two homes every few years. LAHFH thanks its volunteers and home sponsors for helping it grow, and this year, the affiliate is expanding into new build territory with its first-ever Habitat home in Barnesville. This home was also the first home of the build season, with the wall-raising ceremony held June 4 at 605 10th Ave. SE. In addition to the Barnesville home, LAHFH participated in its 5th Women Build project. The construction on the single-family West Fargo home began June 15 and the wall raising was held June 18. The home is scheduled to be completed by September. LAHFH is also partnering with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and area congregations to build a single-family home in Fargo. Construction began July 27 and the wall-raising ceremony is July 30. The home will be completed this fall. The 2011 build season will end in West Fargo with the construction of a duplex, sponsored by Easter Dakota Housing Alliance and other community supporters. Construction of the duplex will begin in early September and will be home to two families before year end. As LAHFH increases the number of homes built each season, it has also seen an increase in the need for the organization within the community. In fact, more than 150 people requested application information for the 2011 build season and 79 individuals attended the mandatory application orientation session. From this session, 41 families submitted applications and five families were chosen based on their need and ability to pay back the zero-interest loan. While the organization has grown dramatically over the last two decades, many things have stayed the same, such as the mission of LAHFH to provide simple, decent and affordable housing to families in the community. Habitat would like to thank all its supporters and ask that they all continue to help as LAHFH looks forward to the next 20 years.
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Volunteers needed to help rebuild Fargo-Moorhead communities
Do you have the skills it takes to lead volunteers in renovating a house in disrepair? Can you donate a couple of days a year to help a low income family? Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area would like you to consider becoming a house captain. Its mission is to bring volunteers and communities together to improve the homes and lives of homeowners in need. The mission can be accomplished by offering home repair and renovation services, free of charge, to lowincome families with an emphasis on helping the elderly, veterans and people with disabilities. A safe and healthy home for every person is the vision of Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area. The people it serves are the hundreds of low-income homeowners in Cass and Clay counties, many who live in substandard conditions. The need continues to grow as more homeowners are forced to choose between vital necessities and critical home repair and maintenance. If you would like to volunteer to be a house captain please call (701) 356-RTFM (7836) or email help@rebuildingtogetherfma. org. For more information about RTFMA go to www.rebuildingtogetherfma.org.
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Local testing available for Certified Graduate Remodeler, Builder in Nov.
Test locally for the National Association of Home Builders’ builder and remodeler certification courses. NAHB offers professional designations and courses to improve your skills, advance your career, and be recognized for your commitment to professional growth. The Certified Graduate Remodeler (CGR) and Certified Graduate Builder (CGB) are two designations designed to emphasize business and project management skills. The first step toward earning a CGR designation is to take the Professional Remodeler Experience Profile (PREP), and for the CGB designation, the Builder Assessment Review (BAR). PREP is a three-hour 130 multiple-choice assessment covering the following topic areas: marketing and sales, business administration, design, estimating and job cost, contracts, liability and risk management, project management. BAR is a three-hour 120 multiple-choice assessment which covers the following topic areas: building technology, business and finance, project management, sales and marketing. Your results will indicate which courses and how many courses will be required in a given subject area to receive your designation. See the list below of HBA of F-M members who have acheived designations. For more details, contact Krista at (701) 232-5846 or kristam@hbafm.com.
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Dave Anderson......................Dave Anderson Construction........................................................................... CGP Eric Berg................................Eric Berg Construction, Inc............................................................................ NDPB Jeff Boehm............................Paul Davis Restoration & Remodeling of the Lakes Area............................. CAPS Mike Bullinger........................Western Products, Inc................................................................................... NDPB Jon Denny.............................Western Products, Inc..................................................................................... CGP Clay Dietrich .........................Dietrich Homes, Inc......................................................................................... CGB Rick Duval ............................Rick Duval Construction, Inc.................................................................CAPS, CGR Jason Eid...............................Eid-Co Buildings, Inc............................................................................NDPB, CGP Kyle Eid.................................Eid-Co Buildings, Inc....................................................................................... CGP Scott Fluge............................Authentic Green Solutions............................................................................... CGP Bob Footitt.............................Bob Footitt Construction, Inc......................................................................... NDPB Aaron Greterman...................Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead............................................................ NDPB John Gunkelman...................Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc.................................... NDPB, CGB, CGP, CGR Darrick Guthmiller..................Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc...................................................................... CGB Vern Hanson..........................Hanson Bros., Inc.......................................................................................... NDPB Darin Hersch.........................RHR Construction, Inc................................................................................... NDPB Bob Kochmann......................Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc...................................................................... CGP Greg Krueger.........................Krueger Construction, Inc.............................................................................. NDPB Tyrone Leslie.........................Heritage Homes.........................................................................NDPB, CGB, CGP Chris Lind..............................Chris Lind Custom Homes.....................................................................CGB, CGP Dan Lindquist.........................Dan Lindquist Construction, Inc............................................................NDPB, CGP Gary Orth..............................Cornerstone Specialties, Inc.................................................................NDPB, CGP Lute Simley............................Paula Rae Homes & Gardens, Inc................................................................. NDPB Mike Workman.......................Jordahl Custom Homes, Inc.......................................................................... NDPB Charlie Zach..........................Zach Construction......................................................................................... NDPB CAPS - Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist / CGB - Certified Graduate Builder / CGP - Certified Green Professional CGR - Certified Graduate Remodeler / NDPB - North Dakota Professional Builder
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ers Association’s, and its members’, situation. There are great efforts being made through community organizations and we’re working on a coordinated effort, but we will have to wait for the water to recede before we know their greatest needs. If you have questions or need more information, please call the HBA at (701) 232-5846.
Thanks to Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery Muddy Boots
Look for photo highlights of the annual Muddy Boots Builder Picnic in the September issue. Held in late July, this great event couldn’t happen without the support of Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery. It is always well attended and Builder members were treated to a free meal of brats, potato salad, chips and pop. Be sure to thank Ferguson if you took part in the feast!
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“I have been a member of the HBA for years , but was neve r really involved . Taking advice form a friend, Id way to get invo ecided a great lved was to join committee. a “By serving on Committee, I a the Public Issues m able to stay informed with the most impo rta issues that co ncern our indu nt stry and have also fo the best way to und that it is le HBA, meet fello arn about the w members an support the in dustry that we d all work in.”
Plan now to attend the General Membership Meeting/HBA Picnic Aug. 18 at Oak Grove Park in Fargo. The picnic will be held in the main shelter. This event is family friendly and celebrates Associate membership by giving away $300 in prizes as well as a “grand prize.” We will have activities for the kids including two inflatable games from Games Galore. See page 30 for more details. - John Koers elman, Red R The HBA’s Fall Parade of Homes will be Sept. 10-11 and 17-18. We are iv Drywall and P ainting Service er looking forward to another great showing of Builder members’ homes with 32 s, Inc., Public Issu es Committee entries. A listing is included on page 10. chair Also, the Fall Home Show is Oct. 1-2 at the Fargo Civic Center. The HBA FIND OUT HO is bringing in Melissa Schmalenberger, MS. Simplicity, offering seminars on W: home organization. Her talks will address something for everyone: garage orHBA of F-M ganization, tidying your kitchen and cleaning up clutter hotspots like the fam(701) 232-584 6 ily “launch pad,” or entryway. See more information on pages 8-9. Contact info@hbafm.c the HBA at (701) 232-5846 or events@hbafm.com for details on sponsorship om or exhibiting.
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HBA of F-M Member Renewal Report Thanks to these members who have renewed 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.) Advanced Engraving, Inc.............................................................. 19 Aire Serv of Fgo Mhd..................................................................... 1 All-Terrain Grounds Maintenance................................................... 1 Appraisal Services Inc.................................................................. 27 Bob Schmit Construction & Installation, Inc.................................. 11 Bob's Drywall, Inc......................................................................... 28 Buchholz-Mastel Construction Inc................................................ 17 Butler Machinery Company.......................................................... 16 BW Insurance Agency, Inc............................................................ 23 CabinetMakers, Inc....................................................................... 19 Casselton Lumber, Inc.................................................................... 7 Chris Lind Custom Homes........................................................... 13 Country Classic Cabinets, Inc........................................................ 9 Country Financial - Steve Aune Agency......................................... 1 Cullen Insulation, Inc.................................................................... 17 Danielson & Associates, Inc......................................................... 17 Dietrich Construction, LLC........................................................... 26 Eagle Appraisal Inc......................................................................... 4 Edina Realty................................................................................. 17 Eid-Co Buildings, Inc.................................................................... 56 FM Home & Patio, Inc..................................................................... 1 FM Printing & Office Supply......................................................... 13 Foss Architecture & Interiors........................................................ 30 GOLDMARK Property Management............................................ 22 Graybar Electric Company Inc........................................................ 4 Hauck & Buchholz Drywall, Inc..................................................... 26 Heyer Engineering........................................................................ 10 Hochhalter Building Solutions Inc................................................... 2 Hoglund Landscape...................................................................... 27 Huss Appraisals, Inc..................................................................... 17
Kerkow Appraisals, Inc................................................................. 23 Krueger Construction, Inc............................................................... 7 Midwest Concrete Pumping, LLC................................................... 7 NAI North Central........................................................................... 1 Nelson Drywall, Inc......................................................................... 9 New Horizons Electric, Inc.............................................................. 6 North Star Plumbing & Heating, Inc.............................................. 29 Ostrom's Hardware, Inc.................................................................. 9 Paul's Electric, Inc........................................................................... 3 Premier Garage Tailored Living...................................................... 5 Property Resources Group........................................................... 15 Raun Technologies, Inc................................................................... 1 Remodeling By Foss.................................................................... 16 ResCom........................................................................................ 16 Rick Duval Construction, Inc......................................................... 24 Rick Samson Construction, Inc..................................................... 24 Rokke Construction...................................................................... 11 S & S Promotional Group, Inc....................................................... 22 Structural Materials, Inc................................................................ 24 Team Sales................................................................................... 25 Thoreson Plumbing, Inc................................................................ 22 Tom's Drywall, Inc........................................................................... 3 Tri-City Publications...................................................................... 28 Twin City Sharpening, Inc............................................................. 17 United Products Corporation........................................................ 32 University Vacuums Plus.............................................................. 38 Vinylite Windows............................................................................. 6 Wells Fargo Home Mortgage........................................................ 17 Woytassek Custom Homes, Inc.................................................... 28
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HBA of F-M New Member Report Lexstar Real Estate Services, LLC
Kelley's Hardwood Floors
Real Estate & Sales Kyle Anderson 1555 43rd St S, Ste 105 Fargo, ND 58103 (701) 492-6123 Sponsor: Tyrone Leslie Heritage Homes
Flooring - Contractor Merv Kelley 1115 14th St N Fargo, ND 58102-3424 (701) 297-7558 Sponsor: Paul Kochmann Kochmann Brothers Homes
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Industrial Equipment & Supply Theresa Brunette PO Box 166 Fargo, ND 58107 (701) 282-0296 Sponsor: Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND
Accountants Keith Rutherford 4334 18th Ave S, Ste 101 Fargo, ND 58103 (701) 237-6022 Sponsor: Ken Krajsa State Bank & Trust
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2011 Membership Drive Contenders (November 2010 - October 2011)
The members below have kicked off 2011 with great recruitment efforts. Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov. 1, 2010 and Oct. 31, 2011 will be placed into a drawing for prizes given away at the 2011 November GMM.
Thank you to all members for recruiting and retention efforts! Name, Company...............................# recruited
Name, Company.......... # recruited
Name, Company...............................# recruited
Steve Aune
Darrick Guthmiller
Scott Mollberg
Country Financial Steve Aune Agency......................................... 1
Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc..................... 1
Stenerson Lumber.......................................... 1
Nolen Bertsch
Nancy Kelly
Chad Ohnstad
Heartland Labor.............................................. 1
All Finish Concrete......................................... 1
Paul Kochmann
Dan Passolt
Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc..................... 1
Homeland Developers.................................... 1
John Koerselman
Debbie Peterson
Red River Drywall & Painting Service, Inc...... 1
JDP Electric, Inc............................................. 1
Ken Krajsa
Dave Schmidt
State Bank & Trust.......................................... 4
Builders Management & Investment............... 2
Tyrone Leslie
Rod Shafer
Heritage Homes............................................. 4
Arctic Audio.................................................... 1
Chris Lind
Les Stenerson
Chris Lind Custom Homes............................. 2
Stenerson Lumber.......................................... 1
Sylvia Lunski
Brent Tabor
Design Direction, Inc....................................... 3
GOLDMARK Property Management.............. 1
Rob Lyngstad
Bryce Vanderwerff
Matrix Properties............................................ 1
Red River Electric, Inc.................................... 1
Nelson Window Co......................................... 1
Stan Birky Stan Birky Construction, Inc........................... 1
Bill Blixt Western Products, Inc.................................... 2
Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND......................... 1
Cindy Cooper Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND......................... 2
Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings, Inc...................................... 1
Vicki Fredrikson Staging Innovations........................................ 1
Harry Gilbertson Harry Gilbertson Construction........................ 1
John Gunkelman
Nancy Michelsen CityWide Electric............................................ 2
Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc.................. 2
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Become a N.D. Professional Builder
Guess Who Revealed!
Builders in North Dakota have the opportunity to set themselves apart from others in the marketplace by becoming a “North Dakota Professional Builder.” Having the certification will provide marketing opportunities for builders, and North Dakota Association of Builders will promote and provide website links to these builders.
Guess Who! is a feature every month. We will run a childhood photo of an HBA board member, HBC trustee, Health Plan Trustee, committee chairperson or staff member.
May’s Guess Who!
Requirements include:
Hints:
• Being a member of a local builders association • Being a licensed contractor in North Dakota for at least two years • Complying with all appropriate North Dakota statutes concerning contractors • Adhering to NDAB’s Code of Ethics • Completing seven hours of education annually • Submitting a $100 annual fee Brochure/application forms can be found on the NDAB website at www.ndbuild.com. See page 34 for a list of current NDPBs.
• Born in Warren, Minn. • Graduated from Minnesota State University Moorhead • Loves hockey - Go Spuds! • New to the building industry five years. • “Wood” love to educate you on the industry. • Extra hint: Works for a Moorhead company “delivering quality service and products for over 121 years.”
Answer:
John Rogalla Stenerson Lumber
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Construction-related classified listings are available for purchase in the 2011 issues of the Plains Builder. Cost is $20 per month for 30 words. A listing must be submitted by the 15th of the month prior to the month it will be displayed, and must be resubmitted each month to continue. HBA of F-M reserves the right to edit and abbreviate ads. Contact Jenny at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com for details.
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NAHB Webinar “Reimagining Universal Design II – No Step Entrances, Exteriors” • 1 - 2 p.m. Remodelers Council Member fee: $19.95. HBA member fee: $24.95. • Coordinating with the environment starts with a step-free entrance and extends to the home site in the surrounding community. Builders, designers find out how to overcome design, engineering and cost challenges. Developers also will discover how to apply universal design to community spaces. • Register at www.nahb.org. Type class title in search bar.
August 10
NAHB Webinar “Reimagining Universal Design III – Universal Design Product Showcase” • 1 - 2 p.m. Remodelers Council Member fee: $19.95. HBA member fee: $24.95. • Find out about innovative products with a universal design focus featured on the Design Product Tour at the 2011 International Builders Show and other recent trade shows. A leading UD consultant will highlight cutting-edge products for the kitchen, bath and every room of the house. • Register at www.nahb.org. Type class title in search bar.
August 31
Lunch & Learn NAHB webinar “Sales and Marketing” • 1 - 2 p.m. at the HBA office. Cost is free! • Younger buyers use social media to communicate preferences and find out what’s hot. It is important to understand what buyers want. It’s also important to utilize social media with existing marketing tools to reach the younger demographic. • Contact Alison at (701) 232-5846 or alison@ hbafm.com to register.
September 14
NAHB Webinar “YouTube 101” • 1 - 2 p.m. Remodelers Council Member fee: $19.95. HBA member fee: $24.95. • Builders will learn how to use video and photo sites to market and sell homes by explaining popular sites such as YouTube and Flickr. • Register at www.nahb.org. Type class title in search bar.
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Safety Training “OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course” • 1 - 5 p.m. Sept. 20, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sept. 21 • Location: Butler Machinery Training Facility, 3401 33rd St. S., Fargo. • Free for HBA of F-M members! Non-member fee: $50. (Limited space available - five people per company.) • Contact Sandy Neiss, North Dakota Association of Builders, at (701) 222-2401 or sandy@ ndbuild.com to register.
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Home Builders Association of Fargo Moorhead 2011 Permit Report YTD 2008 DILWORTH
Total Housing Starts Single Family Twin Home Row / Town House Duplex Multi-Family New Commercial Residential Remodel Commercial Remodel Public Miscellaneous Total
Permits
11 9 2 0 0 0 1 201 4 0 3 220
Units
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2010 Value Permits
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7 5 2 0 0 0 2 58 1 1 9 78
$16,059,600 $13,654,600 $1,329,000 $756,000 $320,000 $3,500,000 $3,294,300 $11,986,119 $3,882,703 $0 $250,100 $38,972,822
63 51 12 0 0 1 11 419 37 0 13 544
$24,884,040 $15,100,040 $2,609,000 $7,175,000 $0 $22,729,056 $34,016,679 $7,297,236 $20,903,874 $8,509,560 $15,069,420 $133,409,865
124 90 30 4 0 3 16 584 160 26 79 992
$16,629,000 166 $12,873,000 105 $3,486,000 44 4 $270,000 17 0 $0 0 207 $17,094,000 1 $24,700,560 14 $7,325,546 630 $11,800,670 189 $62,749,578 18 $2,003,610 133 $142,302,964 1,151
$9,885,000 $6,733,000 $2,236,000 $916,000 $0 $1,000,000 $1,513,100 $1,347,517 $1,257,700 $1,704,147 $288,108 $16,995,572
57 47 10 0 0 0 4 121 13 1 24 220
$9,662,970 $8,420,970 $1,242,000 $0 $0 $0 $6,922,000 $875,300 $6,619,500 $10,000 $2,013,800 $26,103,570
0 0 0
$1,405,000 $1,105,000 $300,000 $0 $0 $0 $922,412 $586,921 $2,000 $13,645 $281,500 $3,211,478
4 4 0 0 0 0 0 27 1 0 7 39
$8,709,498 $7,229,498 $1,480,000 $0 $0 $3,500,000 $3,075,300 $4,523,393 $14,769,853 $0 $75,200 $34,653,244
82 60 22 0 0 0 7 324 37 0 55 505
Units
0 0 0
2011 Value Permits
$760,000 $760,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $137,500 $1,492,125 $0 $53,400 $2,443,025
10 10 0 0 0 0 1 30 8 0 5 54
$12,744,532 $10,216,532 $2,528,000 $0 $0 $0 $417,937 $2,559,778 $7,948,562 $0 $82,200 $23,753,009
27 27 0 0 0 2 4 230 46 0 39 348
Units
5-Yr Avg Value
Permits
$1,961,667 $1,961,667 $0 $0 $0 $0 $400,000 $145,996 $300,940 $0 $1,700 $2,810,303
9 8 2 0 0 0 1 74 3 0 7 95
$4,654,200 $4,654,200 $0 $0 $0 $4,090,000 $353,849 $1,881,363 $17,001,456 $0 $79,461 $28,060,328
90 63 19 3 0 1 7 534 37 0 34 704
$18,409,680 $16,956,280 $1,453,400 0 $0 0 $0 323 $18,924,900 $18,485,539 $6,121,820 $26,176,183 $19,266,410 $5,597,095 $112,981,627
151 96 34 21 0 4 18 605 202 23 115 1,118
$13,708,500 $12,030,500 $732,000 $946,000 $0 $1,390,000 $320,000 $1,102,763 $1,415,010 $3,321,365 $132,040 $21,389,678
83 56 17 6 0 2 6 165 19 2 32 309
$38,734,047 $35,602,647 $2,185,400 $946,000 $0 $24,404,900 $19,559,388 $9,251,942 $44,893,589 $22,587,775 $5,810,296 $165,241,936
334 222 72 30 0 6 33 1,379 260 25 188 2,225
0 0 0
Units
0 0 0
20-Yr Avg Value
Permits
$1,662,733 $1,468,733 $194,000 $0 $0 $0 $3,251,732 $353,794 $362,263 $2,729 $92,778 $5,726,030
11 9 2 0 0 0 1 35 2 0 7 56
$13,127,883 $10,102,963 $2,097,720 $863,200 $64,000 $2,218,000 $3,354,177 $4,554,201 $10,313,430 $0 $149,112 $33,716,803
74 53 19 1 0 2 10 274 41 0 30 431
Units
0 0 10
Value
$1,507,525 $1,319,125 $188,400 $0 $0 $174,621 $1,138,383 $221,290 $141,578 $5,782 $45,585 $3,234,765
MOORHEAD Total Housing Starts Single Family Twin Home Row / Town House Duplex Multi-Family New Commercial Residential Remodel Commercial Remodel Public Miscellaneous Total
109 89 12 4 1 2 6 1471 26 0 28 1,642
6 2 60
0 0 52
0 0 0
0 0 60
8 0 34
2 1 44
$9,478,938 $7,367,888 $1,799,500 $215,800 $95,750 $2,146,134 $3,942,808 $2,481,907 $8,827,869 $1,425,000 $390,643 $28,693,298
FARGO Total Housing Starts Single Family Twin Home Row / Town House Duplex Multi-Family New Commercial Residential Remodel Commercial Remodel Public Miscellaneous Total
184 85 18 81 0 6 17 678 218 27 122 1,252
81 0 286 0
17 0 66
$23,815,200 104 $17,038,700 92 $4,992,500 12 $1,784,000 0 $0 0 $3,500,000 6 $23,849,491 15 $6,025,130 547 $14,868,768 196 $9,699,875 15 $7,287,031 133 $89,045,495 1,016
21 0 217
$22,336,224 $16,178,884 $4,203,540 $1,953,800 $0 $13,949,591 $22,979,404 $6,577,283 $17,704,074 $23,050,576 $7,478,198 $114,075,350
169 112 51 6 6 0 0 12 287 25 525 179 20 112 1,042
$20,732,496 $15,718,451 $4,446,100 $567,945 $0 $12,494,568 $22,160,765 $5,110,071 $16,041,247 $15,338,264 $5,862,845 $97,740,256
WEST FARGO Total Housing Starts Single Family Twin Home Row / Town House Duplex Multi-Family New Commercial Residential Remodel Commercial Remodel Public Miscellaneous Total
65 37 20 5 0 3 10 177 17 1 38 311
8 0 14
0 0 0
104 71 20 13 0 1 3 178 28 2 30 346
13 0 12
$16,234,500 $12,502,500 $2,282,000 $1,450,000 $0 $650,000 $2,175,000 $1,655,112 $2,768,825 $35,000 $2,691,077 $26,209,514
69 57 4 8 0 2 3 130 15 6 23 248
8 0 24
11 0 12
$13,349,118 $10,297,126 $1,984,592 $1,067,400 $0 $800,000 $4,628,820 $1,260,324 $2,743,588 $1,054,102 $1,098,856 $24,934,809
107 76 24 2 0 3 9 127 18 1 24 289
7 0 54
$12,487,328 $9,930,338 $2,073,840 $483,150 $0 $2,136,468 $3,188,079 $878,150 $2,125,935 $2,169,343 $630,317 $23,615,620
TOTAL Total Housing Starts Single Family Twin Home Row / Town House Duplex Multi-Family New Commercial Residential Remodel Commercial Remodel Public Miscellaneous Total
7/28/2011
367 220 52 90 1 11 34 2527 265 28 191 3,423
$52,540,640 251 $36,959,640 193 $6,414,000 54 95 $8,847,000 4 0 $320,000 0 360 $27,229,056 4 $40,074,079 33 $21,406,730 1182 $26,060,527 211 $10,213,707 28 $15,635,628 125 $193,160,367 1,834
4 0 259 0 0 0
$36,406,468 356 $29,628,468 240 $6,508,000 86 $270,000 30 $0 0 $20,594,000 2 $35,620,272 24 $13,311,160 1159 $33,192,023 255 $62,773,223 20 $4,374,110 225 $206,271,256 2,041
30 0 78 0 0 0
$53,554,232 210 $40,517,732 186 $9,802,500 16 $3,234,000 8 $0 0 $4,150,000 10 $26,442,428 23 $10,377,520 937 $27,078,280 265 $9,734,875 21 $10,113,708 200 $141,451,043 1,666
8 0 407 0 0 0
Due to changes made by different jurisdictions after the printing deadline, permit information reported here may have changed. For the most current permit information, please contact the individual cities.
40 0 264
$50,475,958 $38,047,706 $8,479,852 $3,884,400 $64,000 $16,967,591 $34,214,134 $12,745,603 $31,123,355 $24,107,407 $8,818,944 $178,452,993
358 250 94 9 14 0 0 18 375 45 961 239 22 173 1,815
$44,102,594 $34,335,801 $8,404,148 $1,266,895 $95,750 $16,951,792 $30,430,035 $8,691,418 $27,136,629 $18,938,389 $6,929,389 $153,180,247
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