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ASSOCIATION STAFF Chief Executive Officer Bryce Johnson Executive Vice President Krista Mund Director of Accounting & Records Amanda Ohlsen Director of Development & Education Jenny Erickson Senior Events & Marketing Coordinator Allison Weckman Communications Coordinator Chelsea Smith Membership & Marketing Coordinator Sami Eidenschink Office Coordinator Tahra Doll Public Affairs Intern Haley Foster Communications Intern Liza Thompson

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The HBA of F-M’s Home & Garden Show is Feb. 24-26. See the insert included in this issue for details on workshops, admission deals and new technology.

FEATURES 16

MAYORAL PANEL EXPANDS TO FEATURE SIX

WELCOME NEW HBA AND HBC BOARD MEMBERS!

6 HBA President’s Message 5 News Briefs 12 NDAB’s Message

NDAB LEADERS DISCUSS LEGISLATIVE SESSION, HOLD ELECTIONS

14 BAM’s Message 26 HBC President’s Message 30 Remodelers Council Message

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Hires & Promotions

Sam Thompson has been promoted to mortgage loan processor-closer at Cornerstone Bank. Thompson joined Cornerstone Bank as a customer service representative in January 2016. He is a 2008 graduate of North Dakota State University with a major in business administration. Joline Hurst has joined Cornerstone Bank as a home equity specialist. She earned a bachelor’s of business administration degree at Olivet College in Olivet, Mich. She has over 11 years of customer service experience. First International Bank and Trust has promoted several employees. Sean Elsner was promoted to the Moorhead office manager position. Elsner began his career with the bank in May 2010 as a manager trainee. He completed the program in 2012 and has been working as a commercial loan officer. Cal Perleberg was promoted to assistant vice president. He joined the bank in 2014 as a wealth management officer. Ross Perleberg was promoted to officer. He joined the bank in 2015 as a trust associate. Nadine Swee has been hired as the senior digital and graphic designer for Gate City Bank. Ashton Kusler has been promoted to personal loan officer for Gate City Bank at the bank’s Bismarck Sunrise office. She has been with Gate City Bank since 2012 and was previously a personal banker. Daro Maattala has joined Park Co. Realtors as a Realtor specializing in residential real estate and lake property. Maattala has worked in the technology communications business for the past 25 years. He is licensed in North Dakota and Minnesota and is a member of the National Association of Realtors. Todd Randall joined RE/MAX Realty 1 as a sales associate. He has more than 15 years of experience in the real estate field, specializing in residential listings and sales in Fargo-Moorhead, as well as the lakes area.

Starion Bank has hired Angie Baumann as a business banking officer, vice president. Baumann

brings more than 30 years of industry experience in the areas of mortgage, credit underwriting and commercial banking. She earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of North Dakota. Baumann serves on the finance committee of the YMCA and is vice chair for the HBA of F-M’s Parade of Homes Committee. Charlie Sayers joined Vision Bank as a mortgage lender. Sayers earned a bachelor’s degree from North Dakota State University and has more than five years of real estate experience as a closing account executive. Jessa Schneider was hired as a customer service representative. Schneider earned a bachelor’s degree from NDSU and has past experience as a cashier supervisor and assistant instructor.

2017 Fish Fry to feature delicious fish and fun for the family

New year, new venue! The 2017 Fish Fry will be at the Holiday Inn. This location change will allow more seating, four food lines and at least two bars. That means you will be able to get your food faster and get seconds too! The planning committee seeks sponsors to help make the event a success. Sponsorship opportunities range in levels and support of the popular meat and money raffles, kids activities, live auction, fish and dessert. If you are interested, please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@ hbafm.com. Auction items are also needed for the event. NDSU Bison and University of North Dakota items always do well. Pheasant hunts, vacation home time, curling lessons and anything creative can be used for the auction. The sky is the limit!

Jan. 31 Lunch Session Preview

Safety Topic: Confined Spaces. OSHA has recently redefined confined spaces rule for its construction standards. A confined space has limited means of entry and/or exit, is large enough for a worker to enter it and is not intended for regular/continuous occupancy. Instances of confined spaces

during home building include manholes, attics, HVAC ducts, sewer systems and crawl spaces. This lunch session will review those changes and discuss how to manage confined spaces during the building process. Looking forward: February Lunch Session, Business 101: How to Find & Hire the Right People.

Thank you Salvation Army bell ringers

Thank you to all of the HBA members who took time to ring bells in November for the Salvation Army at West Acres Mall. We appreciate members volunteering time!

Builders must register by March 3 for Spring Parade of Homes

Builders, don’t forget the Spring Parade of Homes is right around the corner. This year, the Parade will run three weekends. April 22-23, 28-30 and May 5-7. Registrations are due March 3, but get your materials in by Feb. 17 for an early bird rate! The Parade of Homes is the best way to raise awareness, generate traffic and is a great marketing tool for builders. There are a variety of sponsorships available. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity! Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonw@hbafm.com for sponsorship levels and details.

HBA of F-M makes year-end donations

At its December meeting, the HBA of F-M board of directors approved year-end donations to the following organizations: • $3,000 to the Greater F-M Economic Development Corporation • $3,000 to Home Builders Care Foundation

HBA member rewarded for early dues payment with free year of dues Your HBA tracks its members who pay dues before the month of renewal. These members go into a drawing for a free year of dues. The winner for 2016 is Industrial Process Technology, Inc.! Contact Amanda Ohlsen at (701) 232 5846 or amanda@hbafm.com with any questions.

HBA Preps for New Year Celebration, Brings Home Awards from NDAB

Happy New Year! I am honored to serve as the HBA of F-M’s 2017 president. Thank you to Tom Spaeth, Accent Contracting, for his dedication last year. With Tom in the lead, the HBA of F-M had a fantastic 60th anniversary and confronted many issues for you, the foremost being advocating for permanent flood protection. We were successful with the Citizens for Fair Diversion Funding advertising campaign promoting a “yes” vote for sales tax extensions in Fargo and Cass County to fund the diversion and permanent flood protection. This was a critical vote for the F-M Area Diversion’s future and for our community’s continued vitality. We also took care of a lot on our strategic planning list including our first workforce video promoting the trades as lucrative, fulfilling careers. We have plans to make more videos that we can promote around our events for students, like the Health, Tech & Trades Career Expo and Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades. View the video at www.hbafm.com. We also implemented technology into our public events with mobile applications for the Home & Garden Show and both Parade of Homes events. In addition, the Parade launched a dedicated website last year! We have another busy year of education, public events, Member Meetings and more already lined up. Check out the insert included in this issue for a list and get them on your schedule today.

New Year Celebration

I want to personally invite you to our New Year Celebration and City Night Jan. 26 at the Radisson in downtown Fargo. Join us for drinks, a wonderful meal, social hour and mayoral panel. The meeting will feature an industry update from our local commission and council leaders and showcase our 2016 year in review. This event is a way for our leaders to discuss topics of interest especially for the homebuilding industry, plus answer questions from you.

Congratulations to state award winners, incoming leaders

Last month, North Dakota Association of Builders held its Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet in Bismarck. Congratulations to two of our very own on winning state honors: 2016 NDAB Builder of the Year, Tom Spaeth, Accent Contracting; and 2016 NDAB Associate of the Year Dawn Cruff, Green Team Realty! The HBA of F-M also brought home NDAB’s membership award in recognition of our membership growth and retention. It was wonderful to see our friends from around the state and celebrate the achievements of the building industry. We welcome incoming leaders for the state.

Home & Garden Show

The Red River Valley Home & Garden Show is fast-approaching: Feb. 2426. The Forum is selling ads for the guide inserted in the newspaper Feb. 19. Call (701) 241-5496 for details or see the insert included in this issue. This is the official guide and is published in conjunction with the HBA. If you are an exhibitor, purchase an ad and help attract customers to your booth! If you are not yet an exhibitor and want to sign up, contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonw@hbafm.com. There are also sponsorships open that offer great promotional opportunities.

Tyrone Leslie, HBA of F-M President Heritage Homes 6

PRESIDENT’S

MESSAGE

Tyrone Leslie

Heritage Homes I HBA President EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE President Tyrone Leslie Heritage Homes President Elect Dustin Murray Dustin Murray Construction Treasurer Stephanie Lindemann Revive Contracting LLC Associate Vice President Robin Swanson Superior Insurance Secretary Dawn Cruff Green Team Realty Past President Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting NDAB Build-PAC Trustee and Alternate National Director John Koerselman Red River Drywall & Decorating Services Life Director and NDAB First Vice President Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Life Director and NDAB State Representative Don Dabbert, Jr. Dabbert Custom Homes Senior Life Director Gerald Eid Eid-Co Buildings, Inc. Life Director Ken Krajsa Life Director John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. Life Director John Mahan Mahan Construction, Inc.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings, Inc. Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes, Inc. Darrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc. Ursula Hegvik Smart Spaces John Koerselman Red River Drywall & Decorating Services, Inc. Paul Krabbenhoft Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Premier Properties Kimberly Krueger Tehan Krueger Construction, Inc. Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties, Inc. Scott Persoon Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr., Inc. Todd Rasmussen Valley Lights Broc Roberson Stone Ridge Builders, Inc.

Elliot’s Economics

Elliot Eisenberg is a nationally acclaimed economist and public speaker specializing in making the arcana and minutia of economics fun, relevant and educational.

Delightful Data Elliot Eisenberg, Ph.D. GraphsandLAughs, LLC

Today’s weekly first-time unemployment claims data came in at a staggeringly low level of 235,000, the lowest weekly level since 11/24/73. The data has been strong for years and suggests very few layoffs. Additionally, October housing starts were very good! While YTD starts are up 5.9%, all important singlefamily starts are up a strong 10.1%. October’s seasonally adjusted annual rate of 869,000 single-family starts is the best level since 10/07!

Moving Mojo

One reason existing home sales and inventory have recovered so slowly is a decline in moving. The percentage of Americans that moved fell to an all-time low of 11.2% in 2016 from a peak of 42% in the early 1950s. Numerically, moving activity topped out in 1984 at 45 million and has steadily fallen to 35 million today, the same level as in 1962. The average American moves 11 times.

Slight Slack

Subtracting November’s excellent unemployment rate of 4.6% (tops since 8/07) from the November U6 rate of 9.3%, the most expansive measure of unemployment and underemployment (and the best since 4/08), is a quick way to measure labor force slack. That number is 4.7%. At the housing boom peak in 4/06 it was 3.4%. At 4.7%, there’s tops another 1.5 million people who want to work more; not much more slack.

Poor Policy

Trump’s decision to essentially force Carrier to preserve 800 manufacturing jobs in Indianapolis is bad policy. If Trump thinks stunts like this will reverse the macroeconomic tide, he’s woefully uninformed. Moreover, other firms may threaten to outsource jobs to get financial incentives like Carrier. Lastly, to globally compete but with higher costs, the plant in Indianapolis will automate much of the assembly process, requiring new workers with better technical skills.

Manufacturing Momentum

11/16 was the first month since 12/14 that all five Federal Reserve bank regional manufacturing surveys were positive. The five Fed regional banks that survey manufacturers are Dallas, Kansas City, New York, Philadelphia, and

Richmond. While all the indices have struggled, the Kansas City index and especially the Dallas index have fared particularly poorly due to the decline in energy prices. Another indication of an improving manufacturing sector.

Bogus Boost

When oil prices started declining dramatically in late 2014, it was hoped that economic growth would quicken as households would suddenly have more discretionary income. While households did boost spending, it was offset almost dollar-for-dollar by reduced corporate investment. Now, oil prices are rising and while that will surely boost corporate investment, the decline in household spending will ensure that the net stimulus to the economy will be near zero.

Dollar Disruptions

As the Fed begins to raise interest rates, it affects all nations but especially emerging markets. Rising rates, and thus improved US returns, vacuum up money from developing nations, causing their currencies to decline. This forces those nations to consider raising interest rates to reduce inflation and protect their weakening currencies. Nations currently most affected by this phenomenon are Brazil, Malaysia, Mexico, South Africa and Turkey. All great vacation spots!

Frisky Fed

Despite correctly anticipating a quarter-point rise in the Fed Funds rate today, the stock market fell 0.8%, the dollar soared by almost 1% and the 10-yr treasury skyrocketed a tenth-of-a-point to 2.57%, its highest yield since 9/22/14. Why the big moves? The Fed anticipates three quarterpoint rate hikes in 2017; the markets were expecting two. Moreover, the tone of the postmeeting statement suggests the outside possibility of a fourth hike.

Truck Totals

Sales of heavy trucks, those weighing over seven tons, peaked at a seasonally adjusted rate of 555,000 in 8/06, but then buckled in the Great Recession to 181,000 by 5/09. Sales then quickly recovered to 479,000 by 6/15 then fell to just 370,000 in 7/16 due to the oil price collapse. Since then, sales have flattened and now stand at 374,000. Hopefully, the oil related sales collapse is over.

NDAB Leaders Discuss Legislative Session, Hold Elections Darrick Guthmiller

Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc. NAHB National Director, NDAB Director

The North Dakota Association of Builders hosted its board meeting and Annual Meeting in early December. At the board of directors meeting, the group discussed several upcoming legislative bills, news from the National Association of Home Builders, Awards & Elections and other miscellaneous topics. See below for highlights. In addition, the Williston Area Builders Association welcomed Executive Officer Mariah Bates in November and NDAB moved to a different office building: 1702 Burnt Boat Dr Ste 201, Bismarck, ND 58501. Congratulations to all the incoming leadership and award winners for NDAB! It’s great to reconnect with our building industry peers and we look forward to working together as we move into the New Year! Thank you to the following who attended from HBA of F-M: Dawn Cruff, Green Team Realty; Don Dabbert, Jr., Dabbert Custom Homes; Clay Dietrich, Dietrich Homes, Inc.; Jason Eid, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc.; Darrick Guthmiller, Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc.; John Koerselman, Red River Drywall & Painting Services, Inc.; Dan Lindquist, Dan Lindquist Construction, Inc.; Tom Spaeth, Accent Contracting; Robin Swanson, Superior Insurance; HBA CEO Bryce Johnson; and Membership & Marketing Coordinator Sami Eidenschink.

UPCOMING LEGISLATION • A proposed requirement for testing and continuing education for home contractors in North Dakota. • A bill to help get loans to essential service workers, like police officers and nurses, for singlefamily homes. This would be a second mortgage at a no or low interest rate that will have to be repaid. • A bill requiring carbon monoxide detectors in existing homes upon sale. Discussion centered on how it will be enforced. • NDAB will host its Legislative Impact Day at the Capitol with the North Dakota Association of Realtors Feb. 15 in Bismarck. The evening event will be a chili and oyster stew feed. • On March 16, NDAB will host a legislative lunch and board meeting in Bismarck.

NEWS FROM NAHB • The National Association of Home Builders’ BUILD-PAC is just $50,000 short of the $3 million goal it set during the two-year cycle fundraising cycle. • NAHB’s National Area 10 Chairman Keith Butz shared that the national association has been working to build a strong relationship with President-Elect Donald Trump’s transition team. • NAHB Field Representative Ashley Wucher shared that NAHB has a grant for associations to apply for funds, and the possibilities are endless

OTHER DISCUSSION • New building codes in North Dakota become effective Jan. 1. • A change from Housing & Urban Development that affects projects being built in the 100-year flood plain due to new elevation standards. • An issue with low appraisals for new construction which will be further studied by NDAB’s Government Affairs Committee. • HBA of F-M thanked NDAB for its contribution to support the Citizens for Fair Diversion Funding advertising campaign promoting a “yes” vote for sales tax extensions in Fargo and Cass County to fund the diversion and permanent flood protection. • Forx Builders Association member Mark Johnson won a seat in the Minnesota House of Representatives and thanked NDAB-PAC for support.

AWARDS & ELECTIONS • Dan Lindquist, Dan Lindquist Construction, was named NDAB first vice president on the board for 2017. • Don Dabbert, Jr., Dabbert Custom Homes, was elected to serve as North Dakota’s state representative on behalf of NDAB. The state representatives serve as the primary representative from each state to NAHB’s executive board. • John Koerselman, Red River Drywall & Painting Services, Inc., was elected to serve as alternate Associate National Director. • Tom Spaeth, Accent Contracting, was named NDAB Builder of the Year, and Dawn Cruff, Green Team Realty, was named NDAB Associate of the Year. The HBA of F-M received NDAB’s award for membership which recognizes membership recruitment and retention.

Building Officials Corner

Each month the Building Officials Corner will feature a rotating column from Fargo, Moorhead, West Fargo, Dilworth and Horace with the latest information from your local building officials.

As Fargo’s new inspections administrator, I would like to share my background with you, for those of you who haven’t worked with me before. Before employment with the city, I have worked in construction my entire life including work in lumber retail, electrical engineering, road construction, residential construction and commercial construction. In May 2001 I was hired as a residential/housing inspector for the city of Fargo. In January 2005 I was promoted to plan reviewer II and in June 2015 I was promoted to deputy administrator. This past October I was promoted to building official/administrator. Our purpose at the city of Fargo Building Inspections Department remains the same as I enter the building official position. We are still inspectors, plan reviewers and administration. Our basic duties are to review plans, write permits and inspect. There is no change and we still have our same priorities. On Nov. 21, 2016, Chris Rose was promoted to deputy administrator of inspections.

Protecting Concrete During Cold Weather

Bruce Taralson Inspections Department Administrator Customers first | Professional service | Safety always

With winter in full swing, I would like to remind you on cold weather concrete policies. Methods of protection In “cold weather” conditions it is important to protect the concrete from freezing The methods of protection noted below and to maintain curing conditions to ensure sufficient strength and durability to satisfy are acceptable for temperatures 20ºF to intended service requirements. When “cold weather” conditions exist, concrete 40ºF: temperatures must be maintained at 50ºF for at least two days if you are using • Insulated blankets – double high-early-strength or approved accelerated concrete. Three days of 50ºF concrete R-5.1 blankets temperature are required if regular concrete is used. • Insulated forms – insulation value The building code requires a 2,500 psi minimum compressive concrete strength equal to the blanket requirements for footings and 3,000 psi minimum for foundation walls. The code also requires The methods of protection for the concrete to be air entrained during cold weather concrete. The total air content temperatures below 20º F: (percent by volume of concrete) shall not be less than 5 percent or greater than 7 • Heated weather resistive percent. Non-chloride admixtures are strongly recommended. The maximum slump enclosures enveloping the without Superplasticizer is 5 inches and with Superplasticizer is 8 inches. footing and or walls, the heat Inspection practices: provided should maintain a 1. Inspectors shall approve only the foundation elements on which concrete minimum, concrete temperature shall be placed that same day. Projects for which it is demonstrated that of 50ºF until the concrete attains protection of all exposed earth, steel and forms will be maintained may also strengths of 500 psi usually two be approved. This will normally require supplemental heat capability. days and double R-5.1 blankets. 2. The inspectors will verify that the sub grade is not frozen and that weather • The heated enclosure heating freeze protection components are on site at the time of inspection. The source shall be vented to minimum time period for which the concrete must be protected against the exterior. If the heater is freezing is as follows: fueled by propane kerosene or • When placing regular concrete during cold weather conditions, the 50ºF petroleum products the fumes concrete temperature shall be maintained at least three days. can cause damage to the fresh • When placing high early-strength concrete or concrete with approved concrete and cause premature accelerators the 50ºF concrete temperature shall be maintained for two carbonation. The exposed area days. will experience a dusting of the • Depending on the performance of the thermal protection provided, this surface which will reduce its protection period may need to be extended. strength and durability. 3. Footings may be permitted to be unprotected for a maximum time period • At the end of the protection of 12 hours to allow foundation walls to be formed and for the placement period concrete should be of concrete. This condition is permitted only after the footing concrete has cooled gradually to reduce crack reached a minimum of 500 psi compressive strength, usually about two days inducing differential strains after placement for most concrete maintained at 50ºF. The foundation wall between the interior and exterior concrete can be placed using one of the approved mixes with the footings of the structure. and wall totally covered again and cured as detailed. For further information, see Chapters If the inspector determines that the concrete has not been adequately protected, 4 and 5 of ACI 318, ACI 306.1-90 and as evidenced by ice crystals in the concrete and or crystals patters on the concrete referenced ASTM standards. surface, the inspector shall require that the concrete be tested in order to ensure that required strength has been developed. 9

Membership Committee Rolls out Two Member Benefits to Add Value

Devin Gaard

Hektner-Lybeck-Erickson Insurance Membership Committee Chair

The Membership Committee exists within the HBA of F-M in order to assist with the recruitment of new members to the Association, as well as work to retain current members. The committee reviews all membership applications and as past due and cancellation reports. The committee also works to plan semi-annual happy hours for all members and prospective members. 2016 was a good year for the Membership Committee. With a focus on recruiting 90 new members for the year the committee fell just four short of meeting that number! They also worked on two other big projects that have seen success.

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The first success was the branding of the HBA’s Hard Hat Happy Hours. This semi-annual event has seen growth since starting in 2015, with over 100 members in attendance at ICSS Supply’s lumberyard last fall. We are looking forward to another successful spring and fall happy hour this year. If you are interested in hosting, please contact Sami Eidenschink at (701) 232-5846 or sami@hbafm.com. The second success is the creation of the HBA’s member loyalty program. Rolling out in 2017, member companies have a chance to save on their dues by participating in HBA and HBC events. The committee wanted to find a way to reward active members and encourage engagement of members who do not participate in HBA programs or events.

The committee also held an Affiliate drive where it discounted the price of an Affiliate membership for a limited time. As a result the Association gained 20 new Affiliate members. Over the next few months the committee plans to keep working on growing membership as well as gaining feedback from members on how to improve the value of their HBA membership. If you are interested in joining the membership committee mark your calendar for noon, Jan. 18! The committee meets at the HBA and lunch is provided. If you are interested in learning about other committees or more about Membership Committee contact Eidenschink. Chair Bio: Devin Gaard is Membership Committee chair this year. He has been with Hektner-Lybeck-Erickson Insurance for three years and an active member within the HBA for eight years. “The membership committee is a great way to meet new members. It is also rewarding to be a part of a strong active committee that assists with member retention and new member growth.” Gaard regularly attends HBA and HBC events and is a great resource if you have more questions about how you can get involved in your Association.

NEXT MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE MEETING MONDAY JAN. 18

AFFILIATE MEMBERSHIP

25 NEW AFFILIATES IN 2016 80 TOTAL AFFILIATES

HARD HAT HAPPY HOUR 2 Happy Hours

120 Members Participated

Congress Reinstates Health Reimbursement Arrangements

Dec. 7, 2016 In a major victory for home building firms and other small businesses across the land, the Senate today passed the 21st Century Cures Act, a comprehensive health care package which includes a provision to allow employers to provide Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRAs) to help their employees pay for health insurance. The House approved the bill last week and President Obama is expected to sign the measure into law shortly. “The National Association of Home Builders has been spearheading efforts to reinstate the use of HRAs since the IRS issued guidance prohibiting their use,” said NAHB Chairman Ed Brady, a home builder and developer from Bloomington, Ill. “This bipartisan legislation is an important step forward to allow small business owners to help their workers with rising health care costs and to ensure more Americans receive affordable health coverage. At the same time, it will protect employers against outrageous fines for providing this cost-sharing option to their workers.” HRAs allow small businesses to offer pre-tax dollars to insured employees to help pay premiums and/or other out-of-pocket costs associated with medical care and services. Most small companies do not have human resource departments or benefits specialists. HRAs offer these businesses a simpler, easier way to help their employees to obtain health coverage. The Internal Revenue Service issued guidance in 2013 stating that employers are no longer able to use HRAs because they don’t meet the requirements of the Affordable Care Act. Not only did the IRS make HRAs illegal, the agency decreed that all employers can face fines of $100 per day per employee if they offer this benefit to their workers. That can add up to $36,500 per employee over the course of a year and up to $500,000 per company. This $100 per day penalty went into effect on July 1, 2015. NAHB has led the charge working independently and with a coalition of other business organizations to remedy this injustice by calling on the IRS to revoke its ruling on the use of HRAs and pushing for a congressional solution. At NAHB’s urging, a section was added to the 21st Century Cures Act that would reinstate the use of HRAs and rescind the punitive IRS penalties associated with them. “NAHB commends Congress for bringing choice and affordability to the health care marketplace by allowing small employers to once again use HRAs,” said Brady.

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NDAB’s

Time to Come Together

As we ring in the New Year North Dakota Association of Builders is also excited to welcome new board members and members across the state! 2016 was a busy year for NDAB and we are looking forward to presenting new opportunities to our membership, visiting each of the six local associations (hope to meet you!) and continuing our strong advocacy work. Last month we all came together as we teamed up with the Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association to host our Annual Awards Banquet in Bismarck. We had a fun night reflecting back on a successful 2016, presenting awards, swearing in our 2017 NDAB board of directors, reconnecting with friends and ending the night with laughter brought to us by a construction comedian. It was a great escape from the cold and snow! One important event of the night was the passing of the hammer as we gave a heartfelt thank you to our 2016 NDAB State President Arnold Karsky. Arnold, along with his family and his business, dedicated countless hours and miles to NDAB and we feel so fortunate to have such wonderful volunteers in our organization willing to work hard for the building industry. With the outgoing of Arnold, we are proud to announce our 2017 NDAB State President Eric Brenden. Eric and his family live in Bismarck and he has taken the opportunity to introduce himself in his article. Thank you to Eric, Tara and their children for their dedication and support through the years as Eric climbed the NDAB ladder to the position of state president. We are excited for your year ahead as our leader! We truly value all of our board members and the time and dedication they put into serving on the board. We also send our heartfelt thank you to the board members families for the time away. Thank You! We are proud to announce that at our banquet we also presented four state-wide awards. Congratulations to our winners: Builder of the Year: Tom Spaeth, Accent Contracting, HBA of F-M Associate of the Year: Dawn Cruff, Green Team Reality, HBA of F-M BEAM Award: Chad Moldenhauer, K&L Homes, Bis-Man HBA Membership Award: Bryce Johnson, HBA of F-M January is also the month to renew your sponsorships or sign up for one! Your company can be an annual Partner, or maybe you are interested in just one of our statewide events. We have many great options and opportunities to display your logo be provided recognition. If interested in learning more, please contact our office at (701) 222-2401 or visit our website for details: kim@ndbuild.com

Williston Area Builders Association Mariah Bates, Executive Officer • 701-572-5744 www.willistonbuilders.com •

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On Dec. 8, WABA held a Legislative Social as our December Holiday Member Meeting along with the Williston Regional Economic Development Corporation and our member sponsor KLE Construction LLC. This event included a social time with appetizers, drinks and Christmas music. The Legislative discussion began at 7 p.m. with legislative representatives from District 1, 2, 4 and 39 introducing themselves and the committees they are a part of, bills they are supporting and other important information. After introductions, we opened it up for questions from our members and community members. The event was a success with almost 100 people in attendance and we raised over $700 for the Salvation Army! WABA Watford City Membership Drive meeting in Watford City will be held Jan. 17. 2017 Williston Home and Garden Show will be April 7-9. A BUILD-PAC and NDAB-PAC event will be held in Williston in June.

Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association Dot Frank, Executive Officer • 701-222-2400 www.bmhba.com

• 2017 board members were sworn in at the Dec. 1 Annual Banquet. Shannon Reichenberg of Diversity Homes will serve as the Association president. • The HBA drummed up support for school children. Members donated buckets for each fourth grade student at Red Trail Elementary bucket band. • Bismarck City Commissioners and staff sat down with the Association in December to discuss better processes for building-related change and communication. • Home show exhibit space is filling fast. The 2017 event will take place on Feb. 17-18 at the Bismarck Event Center. Visit bismanhomeshow.com for details.

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Kim Schneider

NDAB Executive Officer

1701 Burnt Boat Dr Ste 201 Bismarck, ND 58503 (701) 222-2401

Dickinson Area Builders Association Tiffaney Dolechek, Executive Officer • 701-438-0044 www.dickinsonareabuilders.com •

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The 2017 DABA Annual Christmas Party and Awards Banquet was Dec. 8 at the Ramada. We had 121 RSVP and 32 Silent Auction items donated. We are splitting all silent auction donation profits between two local nonprofit organizations. Thank you to our event sponsors, Winn Construction and Bosch Lumber, our Drink Sponsors Bierschbach Equipment and Supply and Montana Dakota Utilities, and our Dessert Sponsor, Ameriprise Financial. We would also like to thank the entire committee for its hard work and to the companies who donated and bid on silent auction items. It was a wonderful evening! The DABA has created an Annual Marketing and Sponsorship guide with sponsorship opportunities for the entire year. We presented it at our Annual Christmas Party and will be sending it out to the entire membership. The DABA Home Show is scheduled for April 1-2! We have a great committee working hard and are planning to have an awesome show. We still have booth space open and are looking for vendors.

NDAB’s

Happy New Year!

Hello fellow members! Happy New Year! It is hard to believe 2016 is behind us already. Many of you will probably be reading this around the time of the International Builders Show. I hope to see many of you there. I would like to take a moment to introduce myself and reflect on where we have been and look forward to 2017. My name is Eric Brenden. I have worked at Northwest Contracting in Bismarck since 1998. My wife, Tara, has been teaching math at Bismarck High for over ten years. We have three children, ranging in age from three to 13. I would like to thank our past president Arnold Karsky for his service in 2016. It has been a privilege working with Arnold, and I know that he will continue to be involved in the Association for years to come. I would also like to thank all of the committee members and the board of directors. Many of them have spent countless hours working behind the scenes on behalf of the Association. Finally, I would like to thank our outgoing directors for the work they have done the last several years for NDAB. As I mentioned at the annual banquet, the mission of the North Dakota Association of Builders is to represent the professional building industry through legislation, information, and education. This year is a legislative year, and I believe that one of the most valuable member benefits is the efforts of the local, state, and national associations to promote builder-friendly legislation. There are many examples of legislation that NDAB has promoted in the past that have helped keep housing more affordable. One specific example was the fire sprinkler legislation from a few years ago. North Dakota became the first state in the nation to prevent fire sprinkler codes from being mandated in the state building code for single family homes and duplexes. Since that time, several states have passed similar laws that have been modeled after ours. I would encourage everyone to get involved. One person can, and often does, make a difference. However, the more people that we have engaged, the more our voice is heard at the Capitol. Finally, I would like to thank our membership for the opportunity to serve as your president for the upcoming year. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns. I look forward to working with the NDAB staff, committee members, and our board of directors in 2017.

Minot Association of Builders Elysha Head, Executive Officer • 701-852-0496 www.minotab.com

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Due to weather, the Builders Banquet has been rescheduled for Jan. 24. All tickets will be honored and the Association looks forward to seeing all the attendees to celebrate our group’s achievements of the past year. The Association is looking forward to all the changes at the 2017 Home and Garden Show! MAB is optimistic that refreshing the show in a number of ways, including Friday and Saturday dates will bring in higher attendance, Lego Homebuilding Competition, Belt Sander Races and adult classes presented by The Market on 4th will give the show a different feel than year’s past. The Association is pleased to announce new 2017 member events. One such event is the Tool Belt Barbecue. In May of 2017, MAB members will gather to enjoy a picnic, play corn hole and other yard games and enjoy the nice weather! A final date and event details will be posted at a later time.

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

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The December Builders after Hours hosted by Keith’s Security World was a blustery winter evening, but that didn’t keep our members from coming out to network and enjoy good food and beverages that were provided by the Membership Committee and the board of directors. The January General Membership meeting and Installation of Officers will be held this month at the Canad Inn. New directors and officers will be installed. Our annual Contractor’s Education Day will be held March 1 at the Ramada. The 2017 Home Design & Garden Show is scheduled for March 31, April 1 and 2nd at the Alerus Center.

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Eric Brenden

Northwest Contracting, Bismarck NDAB President

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The HBA of F-M thanks outgoing director Terry Lipp, Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Showroom, and welcomes Scott Persoon, Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr., Inc. Home Builders Care of F-M Foundation thanks Dan Parrow, ISR Homes, and Brad Morris, Midland Garage Door, Mfg. Co., for their years on the board of trustees, and welcomes Trevor Odden, Stone Ridge Builders, LLC. The The Health, Tech & Trades Career Expo was Dec 1. Over 2,700 ninth-grade students attended. The HBA’s communications intern Ashley Germann said goodbye Dec. 1. She graduated from Minnesota State University Moorhead and moved to Chicago. The HBA welcomes Haley Foster and Liza Thompson as communications and public affairs interns for 2017 spring semester. The New Year Celebration & City Night is Jan. 26. This event features a popular mayoral panel as well as outlines the past year’s accomplishments and 2017 board installation.

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Article III, Section I - January 2017

Happy New Year, Builders Association of Minnesota Members! As we reflect on 2016 and look ahead to 2017, all of us at BAM are thankful to work with such wonderful people throughout the state of Minnesota. Thank you for everything you do! At the 2016 BAM Holiday Party on Dec. 8 at the Radisson Blu in Bloomington, Minn., we honored our best and brightest. We are excited to announce BAM’s 2016 Award Winners! • Associate of the Year: Gerry Traut, Xcel Energy

• Builder of the Year: Mike Gohman, W. Gohman Construction

• Champion of the Industry: Sen. Dave Senjem (R, Rochester)

• Champion of the Industry: Rep. Jason Rarick (R, Pine City) Congratulations, award winners! Thank you for your ongoing commitment to the Association and industry. You dedication inspires us, and our industry wouldn’t be the same without your thoughtful leadership. 2016 has been a memorable year, and we can’t wait to see what 2017 has in store! Our members’ commitment to the industry and the association make BAM’s advocacy efforts more effective. BAM’s organizational structure, diversity, active statewide membership, and healthy PAC are essential to our advocacy success. Our membership helps us develop strong relationships with legislators around the state. Through these partnerships, we can work more effectively for you, and look to the 2017 session to make progress for our industry! Following the 2016 election, BAM is well positioned for the upcoming legislative session, and we couldn’t do it without you. Throughout the 2016 campaign, BAM members and staff met with candidates and incumbents to share concerns and insights, and to develop lasting relationships for years to come. We can’t wait to get back to the Capitol to continue advocating on behalf of you, your businesses, and your communities, and we look forward to having you along for the ride!

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The first HBA of F-M Member Meeting of the year is around the corner, join the HBA for a year-end recap and a kick-off to 2017 at the New Year Celebration & City Night. The always popular mayoral panel is expanded this year to include Dilworth, Fargo, Horace, Moorhead, Oxbow and West Fargo. Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation board of trustees and HBA of F-M board of directors installation will be at 4:30 p.m., prior to the 5 p.m. social. The entire membership is invited to attend. In addition, attendees may choose their meal for the evening. Whether you register online or by phone, you will be asked to choose between the Manhattan-style steak with oven roasted potatoes or the baked herb chicken with alfredo pasta. This event is the perfect opportunity invite a co-worker or new member to come with you. The Year in Review video gives everyone a glimpse into what the Association has been accomplishing all year long. Come during the social hour so you have time to network and socialize with our community leaders and elected officials who are invited to this event. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your chance to connect with them about industry issues and hear about what is new in their communities regarding development and construction.

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by Jenny Erickson, Director of Development & Education Red River Electric, Inc. The 2016 Health, Tech & Trades Career Expo was held on December 1 and showcased a variety of different careers to the 2,800 ninth grade students from metro and rural schools. Students came from as far away as Mahnomen and LakePark Audobon, Minn., and Wahpeton and Oakes, N.D. to get a chance to run a pumper truck, use a saw and maneuver a crane just to name a few activities. The purpose of the Expo is to expose students to occupational opportunities available in the health, technology and trade industries in our region through hands-on experiences. Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation is a Gold sponsor of the event and works with members of the Home Builders Association to promote careers in the construction industry. The HBA booth is always fun with the students using power tools, cutting out stars or trees and entering to win a DeWalt radio. Competitors work side by side to promote the industry. A very special thanks to John Gunkelman, Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. for supplying the materials and tools for the students to use in the HBA booth. Thanks to these members who worked the HBA booth: • Dave Anderson, Dave Anderson Construction • Carlita Dietz, Jay Dietz Construction, Inc. • Kristie Eid, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc. • Steve Granberg, Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. Ryan Johnson, Monarch Homes, LLC • Trevor Odden, Stone Ridge Builders, Inc. • Jamie Stenseth, Showplace Kitchens, Inc. • Dave Velaski, Pella Windows and Doors, Inc.

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by Sami Eidenschink, Membership & Marketing Coordinator What do moustaches, men’s health and new home sales have in common? Thomsen Homes! November became “Mo-vember” around the Thomsen Homes office as coworkers and vendors grew out their moustaches for a cause. The team decided that, with each new home sale in November, they would donate $500 to the Movember Foundation. Thomsen recognized the popularity of Movember around the globe and decided to take part. “As many of our male staff routinely grow facial hair this time of year, Thomsen Homes felt supporting the Movember Foundation would be a natural fit,” says Lauren Stonehouse, Marketing Coordinator. The Movember Foundation is a global non-profit that prioritizes their funds by supporting what they say are the three biggest health issues faced by men; prostate cancer, testicular cancer and mental health/suicide prevention. The foundation currently has over 20 participating countries and has raised more than $710 million dollars for their cause since starting only 13 years ago. With the sale of every home during the month of November, Thomsen donated $500 to the foundation totaling a $3,500 raised for the Foundation. Beyond donating money the whole office was able to partake with the Thomsen

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you, including education opportunities, legislative work, events and meetings staff and members have attended. As of press time, December wasn’t over yet, so we’re always a month behind. Thank you for your understanding! Last month, the HBA of F-M: • Released the third quarter building permit report to community news outlets, members and local governments. • Kicked off a toiletry drive for Dakota Boys & Girls Ranch. • Finished production of the 2017 Membership Directory & Consumer Guide. Look for it in now! • Saw success in the local election, passing both Fargo City Measure 1 and Cass County Measure 1 extending existing sales taxes for diversion funding. Many candidates that the HBA endorsed also won their races in Cass County and Moorhead. • Eighteen HBA of F-M leaders rang bells for the Salvation Army over three days. Attended or supported the following community meetings and events: • Northern Region Association of Safety Professionals’ monthly meeting. • Fargo’s Tax Exempt Review Committee. • Fargo-Moorhead Area Association of Realtors Connections Lunch. • RDO Caters Taters. • Thomsen Homes Stache Bash. • Fargo Housing and Redevelopment Authority’s board meeting. • Fargo’s Planning Commission Brown Bag Lunch. • Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce’s Voices of Vision. • Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce’s Eggs & Issues. Hosted the following: • Curling for Construction attracting 23 members and raising over $400 for Home Builders Care of F-M Foundation. • Lunch session on Fair Labor Standards Act. • HBA Board of Directors’ Orientation. • Housing Credit Certified Professional Exam. • Photo shoot for 2017 Home & Garden Show advertising. • Regular meetings of the HBA’s board of directors, Home Builders Care of F-M Foundation and five committees.

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by Sami Eidenschink, Membership & Marketing Coordinator Your membership gives you a 3-in-1 package deal! That means you can take advantage of membership benefits at a local, state and national level. Each month the HBA of F-M will feature a different member benefit that is utilized by our members. This month’s feature is on the General Motors discount offered through National Association of Home Builders. This discount is the number-one benefit members take advantage of. With the program, your company can receive $500 off the purchase or lease of an eligible vehicle used in the day-to-day operations of your business. This discount can be applied to most Buick, Chevrolet and GMC vehicles. Business owners can also receive a $1,000 private offer on select vehicles and may also qualify for additional incentives. In order to use the discount you will need your NAHB proof of membership. You can access this via NAHB.org/ma or contact Sami Eidenschink at (701) 232-5846 to get your NAHB PIN to provide to your dealer. Gateway Chevrolet Cadillac is a local dealership that is also an HBA of F-M member and is very familiar with the processes of discounting new vehicles through this member program. To learn more about vehicles they offer contact Justin Birkelo at (701) 282-5522.

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Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation focuses on recruiting kids as young as five, in attempt to play the long-range game

Welcome to 2017! I am excited to serve as this year’s Home Builder Care of F-M Foundation president! 2016 was great for Home Builders Care, with the emphasis on maintaining relationships with local trade and high schools and construction-related programs. HBC trustees have determined that the best way to support workforce development is to focus on young students and promoting careers in construction to kids as young as age five. Promoting careers in construction to young kids also means promoting this industry to parents. We’ve seen a stigma across the country that working in the construction industry is lesser than other professions. It makes reaching young kids even more important. Those involved in the industry need to help fight against the tendency to push students into four-year programs. Careers in construction industry are fulfilling as well as lucrative, and HBC is setting out to promote that image. In 2016, the first video in a series of four was developed. This video promotes that the construction industry does more than just build homes; it provides homes for the community. Those who have made a career in this industry are part of a bigger picture, more than just pouring concrete, framing a wall or roofing a home. To view the video visit hbcfm.com or visit HBC’s Facebook page. Please share and use it on your own sites. The next steps are to create the remaining three videos to help promote the construction industry in different ways. • The second video will focus on the fun, hands-on tools and activities that our industry gets to do every day. It will be mostly visual to gain interest of young kids and excite them about the industry. • The third video will focus on the rewarding things you can do with the money you earn. If you work hard, you can play hard too! • The final video will illustrate the low cost of training and schooling, and that students don’t need to go into debt. Careers often start off with a good salary. Another priority in 2017 to engage young kids is looking into tools for hbcfm.com to capture the interest of children when they visit our site. The idea is to find an online game, that will foster interest in the industry. This plan is definitely for the big picture. This year’s focus is recruiting very young kids, which means they won’t be working for us for awhile. However, actions are being taken to attract workers now as well. Staff and members are involved on Minnesota State Community and Technical College, North Dakota State College of Science and Fargo Public Schools Advisory Committees for construction programs. The programs are also focused on recruiting in order to ensure the programs remain in place. HBC is looking to develop a student sponsorship program and needs input about how our industry can help pay for training, recruit students out of high school and hire the students during school and after graduation. If you would like to be involved in this process, contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com.

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Home Builders Care Foundation of Fargo-Moorhead 1802 32nd Avenue South Fargo, ND 58103 Phone: (701) 232-5846 www.hbcfm.com EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE President Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber Vice President Monica Hart Monica Hart Interior Design Secretary Randy Cramer NAI North Central Treasurer Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Past President Bob Kochmann Kochmann Brothers Homes

TRUSTEES Grace Backman Fargo Housing and Redevelopment Authority Dan Beecher Foam Doctor’s, LLC Kristie Eid Eid-Co Buildings, Inc. Perry Eidem Allied Building Products Ryan Johnson Monarch Homes, LLC Sylvia Lunski Design Direction, Inc. Trevor Odden Stone Ridge Builders, Inc. Dustin Murray Dustin Murray Construction

Home Builders Care Foundation was created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead. It 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 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.

Lunch Sessions Provide Members Key Information for Business Success by Jenny Erickson, HBA of F-M Director of Education & Development

Dec. 13: Business Secrets

The HBA of F-M asked John Gunkelman, Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc., Darrick Guthmiller, Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc. and Dave Anderson, Dave Anderson Construction to share their thoughts on finding success in business. They shared some of the mistakes they made when getting their businesses going. They also shared some of the best decisions they made: • One of the biggest points all three made was to determine what you like to do and what you are good at. That way it is easier to hire for the other duties. Make sure that you pay yourself for what you do! Don’t be afraid of charging too much; you need to charge what you are worth. • Have relationships with an accountant, a lawyer, a banker and join the Association! Have contracts with your customers and be as detailed as you can. It will only protect you, your product and your time. The last question they answered was, “what advice did you wish you heard when starting out?” Across the board, the answer was that balance is important and to not miss time with your family. Work and the company can take over and you shouldn’t let it. Their advice was also to not compare yourself to others. Do things your way and be honest!

Dec. 16: How school growth affects development

The HBA of F-M invited Dr. Schatz, Fargo Public Schools, Dr. Flowers, West Fargo Public Schools and Dr. Kovash, Moorhead Public Schools to share the growth plans of their districts. Fargo Public Schools is growing each year, however all of its funding sources are frozen. The Fargo school district will ask residents to vote on March 7 to reapprove the mill levy authority. What this will do is allow Fargo Public Schools to access that value increase in property. The actual mill levy will not increase. West Fargo is also continuing to grow and filling the schools they have been building thanks to the two recent bond referendums that have passed. West Fargo has a little over 10,000 students and expects to be at around 12,500 by 2022. The middle schools will be reaching capacity by 2018. They are planning for another middle school and possibly another high school. Moorhead is also growing, with a new elementary schools opening in the fall of 2017. The high school is also reaching capacity and discussions have begun on what the education needs will be in five to ten years. Educating for career and college readiness is an important focus for Minnesota schools. Moorhead leaders are interested in working together to make sure a variety of career opportunities are promoted to all of their students. The HBA of F-M will continue to work with the superintendents. As the school districts grow, a relationship with the industry will be very important.

HBA Welcomes Interns The HBA of F-M

has two new members of the team! Haley Foster will serve as communications intern and Liza Thompson will be public affairs intern for spring semester. Foster’s duties will focus on communications and public relations while Liza Thompson Thompson will assist with the Association’s advocacy programs and government affairs. Foster is a senior at Minnesota State University Moorhead, graduating in May with degrees in public relations and broadcast journalism. She is a member of the MSUM women’s rugby team, the sports anchor for Campus News, and Haley Foster president of MSUM’s Public Relations Student Society of America chapter. She is from Detroit Lakes, Minn. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, watching movies, and going to concerts. Foster says, “I love to explore and try new things, both of which play a huge role in my love of travel. So far I’ve been to 16 different countries. My goal is the make it to every major country in the world by the time I turn 50.” Thompson is a senior at Concordia College in Moorhead and will graduate in May with a degree in communications public relations. She was born and raised in Fargo. She says, “Although I’m a Cobber I enjoy going to the Bison sporting events. I enjoy spending my free time with my family, going to the lake, and watching movies.” Last month, the HBA of F-M staff celebrated with Ashley Germann and said goodbye as she graduated from MSUM and married her husband, Drew. Germann served as communications intern for summer and fall semesters last year, and was an incredible asset to the team. She plans to move to Chicago.

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Terry Lipp, Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Showroom, looks forward to a productive year for the Remodelers Council

As your 2017 Remodelers Council Chair, I look forward to continuing the Remodelers Council’s involvement in the community. For those of you who may not be aware of what the Remodelers Council is, it’s a committee that is dedicated to providing the tools you need to build your remodeling business. The Council is made up of suppliers, vendors and trades-people who work in the remodeling industry. It assists in the planning and logistics of the Remodeled Home Tour and various “Ramp Projects” in our community. These Ramp Projects involve the council members coordinating the construction of handicap-accessible ramps for families in need and other requests as they come in. In 2016, the Remodelers Council was able to help with three area projects for families in need. This was done through the support of members for donating their time and materials. I have been a member of the council for many years and just finished up a term for the HBA of F-M board of directors. I am looking forward to a busy 2017 for the council! Meetings are held every other month at the HBA for networking and to conduct regular council business. The next Remodelers Council meeting is 8 a.m Jan. 19. If you are interested in joining the Council, or learning more, contact Membership & Marketing Coordinator Sami Eidenschink at sami@hbafm.com or (701) 232-5846.

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Welcome new HBA and HBC Board Members!

HBA of F-M Staff thanks leaders as they exit and welcomes new leaders to both the HBA of F-M board and Home Builder Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation board of trustees.

Sami Eidenschink

HBA of F-M Membership & Marketing Coordinator sami@hbafm.com (701) 232-5846

As we move into 2017, both the HBA of F-M and Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation boards welcome new faces. Stepping on to the board for the HBA is Scott Persoon, CamrudFoss Concrete Const., Inc. HBC is seeing one new face joining its board of trustees: Trevor Odden, Stone Ridge Builders. Although we are excited to be welcoming new directors, we would also like to thank those who are finishing their terms this year. For the HBA, Terry Lipp, Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Showroom, and, for HBC, Dan Parrow, ISR Homes, and Brad Morris, Midland Garage Door Company, will come off the board. Thank you for all your work for the Association and congratulations to new board members! Scott Persoon is the newest HBA board member for 2017. He is excited to participate on the board and be involved in helping promote an environment in which the members, as a building community, can provide a top-quality product for the consumers. His favorite part about being involved with the Association is having the ability to help provide a better building atmosphere for the current and future members. Persoon feels the board is important to the HBA because of its overall makeup. “Since the board is made up of people from various trades and not just home builders, it can provide a voice to all members of the building industry,” he says. He will also be the chair of the HBA’s Education Committee this year! When he’s not at work or volunteering his time at the HBA, Persoon enjoys spending time with his wife and their three kids. They enjoy spending time at the lake, attending their kids’ sporting events and golfing in whatever time is left over. Trevor Odden will be joining the HBC board as a trustee in 2017. He believes HBC is important to the HBA’s members because it allows them to give back to an organization and industry that has given its members so much.

“I love that they are focused on workforce development as I see a huge shortage of quality employees in the area. They also do an amazing job raising money and giving back to people and companies that are focused on making our community a great place to live and work,” he says. Odden has also been a long-time member of the Remodelers Council and will serve as vice chair of the council in 2017. When he’s not building homes or helping the Remodelers Council with projects, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters. They enjoy the lakes in the summer and warm vacations in the winter. He also love to hunt, fish, golf, ride four wheelers and snowmobiles, cook and weld.

Sami Eidenschink, HBA of F-M Membership & Marketing Coordinator

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JANUARY AT A GLANCE

Jan. 4 HBC Board of Trustees Meeting Jan. 5 Education Committee Jan. 10 World of Thanks

Feb. 13 Membership Committee Feb. 16

Lunch Session: How to Find & Hire the Right People

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