January 2012 Plains Builder by Home Builders Association of F-M

January • NDAB annual meeting - pg 11 • Meet your elected official: Scott Wagner - pg 11 • HBA past president Don Barnum passes away - pg 16

2012 Home & Garden Show Feb. 24- 26 • Fargodome

John Gidding

• Builders: Parade of Homes entry deadline is March 1 - pg 18 • Meet your Parade of Homes chair: Robin Swanson, Superior Insurance - pg 23 • Member profile: Foss Architecture & Interiors - pg 24 • Remodelers Council Focus: Judy Lee, Interior Affairs - pg 27 • Health Tech & Trades Career Expo - pgs 30-31

Don’t miss out on this year’s Home & Garden Show, featuring seminars by HGTV hosts John Gidding and William Moss. Learn about your home’s curb appeal, fan-favorite projects, tips and tricks for growing fruits and veggies, and tried-and-true techniques for successful plants! See pgs 8-10 for details...

William Moss

Seminar Schedule on pg 27...

Platinum Sponsor

‘CHILLY’ COOK-OFF

February General Membership Meeting

Feb. 9 • 5 - 7 p.m. • Fabricators Unlimited Register by Feb. 7 and put your award-winning chili to the test!

see pg 21 for details...

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. BRYCE JOHNSON Publisher HBA of F-M Staff

BRYCE JOHNSON JENNY ERICKSON JENNIFER MCKINNEY KRISTA MUND AMANDA OHLSEN KIRSTEN ROSENOW ROCKY SCHNEIDER ALISON STREYLE

KIRSTEN ROSENOW Editor, Photographer, Design Executive Vice President Development & Project Coordinator Membership Coordinator Communications Manager Accounting & Records Coordinator Communication & Office Coordinator Public Affairs Coordinator Events Coordinator

HBA of F-M Executive Committee & Board of Directors

TERRY BECKER Terry Becker Construction, LLC (President and National Director) DARRICK GUTHMILLER Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc. (President Elect and National Director) CARLITA DIETZ Jay Dietz Construction, Inc. (Treasurer and National Director) JOHN VASTAG Perfect Temp (Associate Vice President) SYLVIA LUNSKI Design Direction, Inc. (Secretary) TYRONE LESLIE Heritage Homes (Past President and National Director) KEN ANDERSEN STAN BIRKY CLAY DIETRICH HARRY GILBERTSON BRUCE JOHNSON NANCY KELLY JOHN KOERSELMAN PAUL KRABBENHOFT TERRY LIPP NANCY MICHELSEN TOM SPAETH

KWA Constructors, Inc. Stan Birky Construction, Inc. Dietrich Homes, Inc. Harry Gilbertson Construction RE/MAX Realty 1 Heartland Labor Red River Drywall & Painting Services, Inc. Gateway Homes of Fargo-Moorhead, LLC Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Showroom Vivid Interiors, LLC Accent Contracting

Ex-officios to the board of directors

DON DABBERT, JR. Dabbert Custom Homes (Life Director) GERALD EID Eid-Co Buildings, Inc. (Senior Life Director) JASON EID Eid-Co Buildings, Inc. (NDAB First Vice President) JOHN GUNKELMAN Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. (Life Director and NDAB State Representative) KEN KRAJSA State Bank & Trust (NDAB Associate National Director) DAN LINDQUIST Dan Lindquist Construction, Inc. (National Director) JOHN MAHAN Mahan Construction, Inc. (Life Director)

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Calendar

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23 HUD regional administrator tours Crossroads 24 First Annual Remodeled Home Tour 32 Members get more for dues dollars in today’s economy 32 NAWIC Corner 33 Thank you PAC Contributors 34 Committee Briefs 40 Education Schedule 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

Events

January 2012

Jan.4........ HBC Board . ........................................................... 11:30 a.m. Jan. 5 ...... GMM New Year Celebration/Installation.................. 11:30 a.m. Jan. 10...... World of Thanks........................................................ 7:30 a.m. Jan. 10...... Education Committee..................................................... 8 a.m. Jan. 11...... NDAB radon-resistant building in new construction.... 11:30 a.m. Jan. 13...... Electrical Contractor Continuing Education................... 8 a.m. Jan. 13...... Events Committee..................................................... 8:15 a.m. Jan. 16...... New Member Development & Retention......................... Noon Jan. 17...... HBA Board of Directors................................................ 11 a.m. Jan. 18...... Minn. Contractor Continuing Education......................... 8 a.m. Jan. 19...... Remodelers Council....................................................... 8 a.m. Jan. 23...... Parade of Homes Committee.................................... 3:30 p.m. Jan. 24....... Take your booth or Parade home over the top in 2012...11:30 a.m. Jan. 27...... Committee Chair Training............................................... 2 p.m. Feb. 1....... Minn. Contractor Continuing Education.........................8 a.m.

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news briefs Hires & Promotions

• Lisa Marvel-Tull has joined Park Co. Realtors as a sales associate. • Julian Stephens and Rod Richter have joined the sales team at Prudential Premier Real Estate. • Nor-Son, Inc. has named Scott Kuehl as president and chief executive officer. Bob Sweeney, former CEO, moves to the position of chairman of the board. • Terry Golling, has joined Widmer Roel as a certified public accountant. • Pete Fullerton has joined Cornerstone Bank as president and chief executive officer. Brad A. Sinclair has joined the bank as senior vice president of administration and corporate legal counsel. • Heritage Homes has hired Josh Hass, as jobsite coordinator, Ann Sherrill as frontline specialist and Jacob Voelker as an accounting assistant. • John Docken has joined First International Bank and Trust as vice president and corporate counsel. • Roger L. Erges has been named ag and business banker at American Federal Bank. Awards & Accolades

• Lisa Artz, executive vice president of marketing for Choice Financial, has graduated from the Dale Carnegie course, where she won the Human Relations Champion Award. Trever Mathew completed the Certified Frontline Professionals program, which is designed for financial employees who greet and serve a bank’s customer base. • Carl Meckle, John Truhlicka, Jim Wolters and George Guggisberg, service plumbers at Laney’s, Inc., have earned the Nexstar service technician certification, recognizing their professionalism and outstanding customer service.

• Fargo-Moorhead Area Association of Realtors elected Todd Anhorn, Advantage Realtors, to president. Directors elected included Kevin Fisher, Park Co. Realtors; Al Havig, Coldwell Banker First Realty; and Ben Schroeder, Park Co. Realtors. Bob Lee, Park Co. Realtors, and Peggy Isakson, Coldwell Banker First Realty, were elected to serve as directors for the North Dakota association. • Daryl Braham, Prudential Premier Real Estate, has been appointed the 2012 Realtor political fundraising lisaison for the National Association of Realtors. • Prudential Real Estate has recognized Michele Evert and Shawna Huseth as second place winners in the Top 3 Sales Professionals in North Dakota for residential GCI. • Gate City Bank has donated more than $218,000 to area organizations including education institutions and the arts. • Edina Realty has awarded $1,000 grants to three Fargo area organizations. HBA sets 2012 continuing education dates The HBA of F-M will hold Minnesota contractor continuing education classes Jan. 18 and Feb. 1. The same set of classes will be offered both dates and have been submitted for approval for seven credits, including the one hour of required energy. Electrical contractor continuing education class will be Jan. 13. Power limited continuing education class for Minnesota will be March 9, and will fulfill eight hours of code. Contact Kirsten at (701) 232-5846 or kirsten@ hbafm.com to register. Plains Builder classified listings available Construction-related classified listings are now available for purchase for 30 words or less for only $20. Contact Jenny at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@ hbafm.com for details.

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Sign up to get Plains Builder by email If you are currently getting the Plains Builder as a hard copy, and would like to receive it electronically, please contact the HBA at (701) 2325846 or kirsten@hbafm.com. It is our goal to reduce waste and save member dollars as much as possible. Habitat for Humanity Tour de Habitat The 2012 Tour de Habitat will at 1 pm. March 3. The Tour de Habitat is a Stationary Bike Race held to raise funds for Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity. Join a team or create your own! Each team consists of six riders who each ride for a 15-minute interval. Each rider is asked to raise a minumum of $250 ($1,500 per team. There are great door prizes donated by area businesses that each rider is eligible to win, along with a t-shirt for every rider. There are also prizes for the most miles, most money raised and team spirit. This is a fun day for the competitive and non-competitve, all while supporting the 2012 homes that Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity will build. 2012 Home & Garden Show sponsorhips available Now is the time to sponsor the HBA of F-M’s Home & Garden Show Feb. 24-26 at the Fargodome. This is a great way to get your company name in front of thousands of consumers through print, radio and television advertising. Gold, Silver, Bronze and Show Supporter sponsorships are available. Contact Jenny at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com. Cougar Tree Care, Inc. wins a free year of membership. Congratulations to Cougar Tree Care, Inc., for winning a free year of membership with the HBA of F-M! The Association tracks those members who pay dues before the month of their renewal, and all of those companies go into a drawing for a free year of dues. Briefs con’t on next pg

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Fourth quarter building permit reports The fourth quarter building permit report for Fargo, West Fargo, Moorhead and Dilworth areas will be in the February issue of the Plains Builder. World of Thanks distribution The HBA of F-M will hold its 2012 World of Thanks distribution Jan. 20 at the HBA office to deliver packets to members including the 2012 Membership Directory & Buyer’s Guide, 2012 Development Map and window decal. The 2012 calendar will be distributed electronically to members and posted on the HBA’s website. If you have not received your packet by the end of January, please contact Jennifer at (701) 232-5846 or jennifer@hbafm.com. Marvin Windows & Doors mentioned in Obama’s speech According to the Crookston Daily Times, President Obama mentioned the locally-owned company, Marvin Windows & Doors, because of its dedication to employees through tough economic

times. View the whole speech at www.c-spanvideo.org/program/ PresidentialRemarksontheEconomy7 Builders must register by March 1 for Spring Parade of Homes Builders, don’t forget the Spring Parade of Homes is right around the corner. Registrations are due March 1. Ask your suppliers for show home discounts! The Parade of Homes is the best way to raise awareness, generate traffic and it is a great marketing tool for builders. BuilderFusion will produce a highquality glossy magazine and website to give you the recognition you deserve. See pg 18 for more details. HBA of F-M makes year-end donations The HBA of F-M board of directors approved year-end donations to the following: • $1,000 to Greater FargoMoorhead Economic Development Corporation • $1,000 to Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead • $2,000 to Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity • $2,000 to Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades

Crime alert from Fargo Police Department The Fargo Police Department has taken a number of reports in which tools were taken from construction sites. These thefts were crimes of opportunity as the property stolen was not secured. Contractors, equipment dealers, insurance companies and equipment manufacturers all suffer when job sites are vandalized or equipment and materials are stolen. The Fargo Police Department is taking this opportunity to remind everyone to prevent the likelihood of this type of crime by implementing some simple crime prevention techniques. • ALWAYS secure the job site prior to leaving, especially trailers or buildings containing tools and other equipment that can be easily stolen. The majority of equipment thefts take place between 6 p.m. Fridays and 6 a.m. Mondays.

CHALLENGE

Guess Who! 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:

• Don’t “bank” on him being in the office when he could be out on his motorcycle. • Originally from the Mahnomen, Minn. area. • He’s not a Builder, but he’s hammered home a lot of Spikes! 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.

• Posting signs stating “Private Property” or “No Trespassing” may help deter a criminal. • If feasible, consider installing video surveillance systems to monitor the site. • Consider fencing options, if applicable. • Mark equipment with your company logo, name or other distinguishing mark. • Keep an inventory of all equipment to include make, model and serial numbers. • Remove keys from vehicles and large quipment and lock the doors, when applicable. • Plan to end the day with near-empty fuel tanks. • Report any suspicious behavior immediately to the police. Please contact Crime Prevention Officer Tara Morris with questions or if you need assistance: (701) 461-7872 or trmorris@cityoffargo.com.

HBA members enrolled on health plan are eligible for EAP... HBA of F-M members who are enrolled on the Association’s health plan are eligible for The Village Employee Assistance Program. It is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (800) 627-8220.

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President’s Report Happy New Year: HBA gears up for 2012 Habitat for Humanity build

Happy New Year! I am honored to be serving as the HBA of F-M’s president for 2012. When I completed Terry Becker my term as president in 2010, it Terry Becker Construction, LLC seemed to have flown by. Just when I had become somewhat comfortable in that leadership role, the year was over and I was sad to see it end. It is exciting to have another term to help guide the Association’s priorities and shape our services to you, the member. Our members continue to be extremely supportive of the HBA. This Association currently holds one of the highest member retention rates in the country. Thank you for your commitment. We hope to continue supporting you and your business through legislative advocacy, quality education opportunities and ways to market your business to consumers. Watch for a list of our priorities for 2012 in next month’s Plains Builder. Do not hesitate to pick up the telephone and contact me with any concerns you may have. If there are issues we can help with or questions we can answer, I would like to know. You are the reason we exist, and we need to know what you need in these tougher economic times. We also welcome your participation in the HBA and hope you will consider joining a committee or participating in events this year. Thank you to Tyrone Leslie, Heritage Homes, for his enthusiasm, hard work and commitment last year. Tyrone was the spokesperson for our industry and had many challenging issues to deal with. His positive attitude is unstoppable and he brought good energy and laughter to our board meetings and other events. My goal is to continue the good work the Association is doing, build on the message that housing is good for our economy and keep reiterating that permanent flood protection is an absolute necessity for our future growth.

Home Builders Care Build

In November, we announced exciting news that your HBA, Home Builders Care Foundation and Remodelers Council are coming together to build a home with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity in the summer of 2012. It looks as though the home’s location will be at 902 27th St. N. in Fargo on a nice, 50’ x 140’ infill lot. We have already seen a preliminary floor plan and are excited to start planning and fundraising for our first-ever Habitat build! We will need $60,000 in cash to complete the build. We will also need donations of materials, products and labor. Remember, Habitat homes are modest, so the materials used in construction and furnishing need to reflect that. We know it is still early, but there are ways you can help prepare by giving cash donations (don’t forget to designate

your funds to be used for the Home Builders Care Build); participating in the Tour de Habitat bike race each March that raises funds for Habitat for Humanity; or by planning for in-kind donations of materials and labor. If you can help, contact the HBA at (701) 232-5846 or info@hbafm. com. Also, there will be a lively fundraising event at the Jan. 5 New Year Celebration/General Membership Meeting: HBA staff and members will ride a stationary bike for cash donations to the build! As long as attendees keep donating, they have to keep peddling.

Congratulations to Eid, Koerselman on NDAB honor

The HBA has the honor of two of its members being named state Builder of the Year and Associate of the Year! Congratulations to Jason Eid, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc., and John Koerselman, Red River Drywall & Painting Services, Inc., who were the North Dakota Association of Builders’ top honorees at its Annual Meeting in November in Bismarck. We appreciate everything that they both do for the Association, industry and community and applaud their achievements on the state level, too.

Important dates for 2012

On a final note, important dates for this year include: • Feb. 24-26 – Red River Valley Home & Garden Show, featuring architect John Gidding and master gardener William Moss. Both are HGTV hosts bringing great expertise in their fields. • April 28-May 6 – Spring Parade of Homes • June 11 – HBA Golf Outing • Sept. 8-9, 15-16 – Fall Parade of Homes • Sept. 15-16 – Remodeled Home Tour • Sept. 29-30 – Fall Home Show (tentative) The Home & Garden show is fast approaching. Thanks to all exhibitors, sponsors and volunteers who make it happen. The Forum is selling ads for the guide inserted in the newspaper Feb. 19. This is the official guide and is published in conjunction with the HBA. If you are an exhibitor, purchase an ad and help the HBA help YOU attract customers to your booth! Or if you are not yet an exhibitor and want to sign up, contact Alison at (701) 2325846. There are also a limited number of sponsorships open for the show that offer great promotional opportunities for your company through television, radio and print, depending on the level of sponsorship. Contact Jenny at (701) 232-5846 if you are interested!

Mark Your Calendar! 2012 Continuing Education Dates • Minnesota Contractor CE: Jan. 18 • Feb. 1 • Electrical Contractor CE: Jan. 13 • Power Limited Technician CE: March 9 Register today: www.hbafm.com (701) 232-5846 • kirsten@hbafm.com

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Thank you Salvation Army bell ringing volunteers! Many HBA of F-M members took time to ring bells for the Salvation Army Dec. 12-14 at Hornbacher’s Southgate. Thank you for volunteering your time for such a great cause: • Dave Anderson, Dave Anderson Construction; • Donna Berglund, AM Realtors; • Marc Bushee, Property Resources Group; • Devin Gaard, TCI Insurance; • Jessica Grondahl, Nodak Stores; • Darrick Guthmiller, Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc.; • Monica Hart, Monica Hart Interior Design, Inc.; • Ken Krajsa, State Bank & Trust; • Kimberli Laasch, Bremer Bank, National Association; • Sylvia Lunski, Design Direction, Inc.; • Rob Lyngstad, Matrix Properties Corporation; • Larry Mayer, Solution Design, Inc.; • Scott Mollberg, Stenerson Lumber; • Amber Nefzger, Starion Financial; • Dan Parrow, ISR Homes; • Kami Pederson, Braaten Cabinets; • Dawn Schmitt, Braaten Cabinets; • Diana Stead, Stone Holding Company; • Shannon Stumpf, Cass County Electric Cooperative; • Jimmy Tehan, Krueger Construction; • Kim Tehan, Castle Realty; and • John Vastag, Perfect Temp.

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Builders - Save the Date! Spring Parade of Homes: April 28 - May 6 Look for entry packets in February. Entry deadline is March 1!

Booth space is available!

Alison at (701) 232-5846 or alison@hbafm.com.

Show dates: Feb. 24-26, 2012 Fargodome

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Company Name

Coupons and 2-for-1

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Booths

A & T Landscaping................................C90; C91 A Sound Environment, LLC.................. 72; 73; 74 ABC Seamless.......................367; 368; 369; 370; 371; 372; 373; 374; C66; C67 Absolute Landscaping....................................226 Accent Contracting..............20; 21; 22; 23; 24; 25 ACME TOOLS................................ 282; 283; 284 ACS Security Solutions................................... C8 All Finish Concrete, Inc.....................................45 Amcon Block & Precast..................................153 American Custom Decks.......................C78; C79 American Family Insurance............................247 American Federal Bank....................................81 Anderson Hardwood Floors LLC....................410 Anderson Homes, Inc............................. 170; 172 Arctic Audio............................ C142; C143; C144 Arista Development..................................... C156 B-Dirt Construction, LLC........................ 174; 176 Baker Nursery Gardens.............................. 47; 49 Barnesville Economic Development Authority.. 175 Barnesville Homes Inc...........................C72; C73 Basement Technologies of North Dakota, Inc.............................................. 213; 215 Bergeson Nursery......................................... C29 Bernie’s Water Conditioning.............................26 BFJ Home Builders Inc...................................162 Blue Ox Timber Frames, Ltd.......................... C35 Bremer Bank, National Association................438 Budget Blinds of Fargo...................................383 Building Concepts, Inc............................ 155; 157 Cass County Electric Cooperative............................. 262;263; 264; 265 Cass County Soil Conservation District......... C71 Chase Realty.......................................... 259; 261 Chris Hawley Architect...................................269 City of Dilworth.............................................. C14 City of Fargo - Forestry Department.............. C37 City of Fargo - Recycling Services................ C38 City of Frazee................................................ C18 City of Kindred............................................. C168 Coatings Unlimited LLC............................... C126 Coldwell Banker First Realty.................. 191; 193 Comfort World Windows.................................241 Crane Johnson Lumber Company.............. 90; 91 Cry of the Loon Art Gallery............. L19; L20; L21 Culligan Water Conditioning....................... 88; 89 Curb Design......................................................36 Curb Xtrehm.................................................. C22 Cutco Cutlery................................................. C52 D & M Industries, Inc.............................. 435; 436 D & M Roofing & Siding Company.............. C107 Dakota Fence............................................. 50; 52 Dakota Kitchen & Bath...................................201 Dakota Wall Systems, Inc...............................238 DECKMASTERS.................................. 34; 35; 39 Design Direction, Inc.................................... C166 Design One Homes, LLC............................... C13 Digital Media Plus, Inc................................ 86; 87 DIY Wood Studio..............................................L4 Drain Services, Inc.................................. 184; 186 Dust Busters Furnance & Duct Cleaning..... C130 Earthloop of Fosston LLC...............................182 Edgewood Village of Fargo.............................188 Edward Jones.................................................. C3 Electro Watchman, Inc....................................286 Enercept, Inc........................................... 384; 386 Environmental Air Solutions...........................L32 Exclusive Home Products............................ C165

Company Name

Booths

Executive Mortgage Corporation..................... C5 Extreme Panel Technologies, Inc................. C118 EZ Open Garage Door, Inc..................... 414; 416 F. M. Water Systems - Kinetico.......................154 Fabricators Supply..........................................347 Fabricators Unlimited......................................349 Fargo Glass & Paint Company.............. 301; 302; 303; 304; 305; 306; 307; 308; 309; 310; 311; 312 Fargo Imports.............................................. C109 Fargo Tractor... 329, 330A; 330B, 331; 332, 333A; 333B;334; 335, 336A; 336B, 337 Ferguson Bath, Kitchen, & Lighting Showroom...................................... 205; 207; 209 First Class Mortgage II, Inc.............................189 First International Bank & Trust.........C151; C152 First Mortgage Service, Inc.............................224 Flags West Pink Ink........................................216 Floor Coverings International..................... 32; 33 FM Home & Patio, Inc............................. 212; 214 Foam DR’s LLC..............................................278 Foltz Buildings................................................218 Gate City Bank........................................... 42; 43 Grace Electric................................................ C31 Granite Transformations......................... 279; 280 Great Plains Brokerage - Sanford Health Plan.....................................................285 Greenscape Companies Inc.............................16 Gutter Topper of North Dakota.......................239 Hankinson Community Development Corporation, Inc............................................. C61 Harmonious Architecture................................L30 Hazelwood Enterprises LLC - Flagpoles........L17 Healing Arts Chiropractic............................... C94 Heart of America Sales.........................C27; C28 Hebron Brick Supply...............C101; C102; C103; C104; C105; C106 Heritage Homes..........................338, 339A; 341, 342A; 344, 345A High Plains Water...........................................287 HighPoint Homes........................................... C36 Hillsboro Hospitality........................................375 Homark Homes Inc........................................ C19 Home Heating, Plumbing & A/C, Inc.............. 270; 271; 272; 273; 274; 275; 276 Hot Springs Spas & Four Season Sunrooms................................................L38-L65 In The Shades................................................L13 Innovative Basement Systems & Egress Windows................................. 288; 289; 290; 291 Innovative Stone Design, LLC........................227 InSealation Solutions LLC..............................L34 Interior Affairs.................................................168 Interstate Spray Foam, LLC............................L15 Invisible Fence of Fargo LLC........................... C1 Jack Chivers Realty........................................300 Jordahl Custom Homes, Inc................... 326; 328 JR Construction.........................................C6; C7 Kensok’s Hardwood Floors, Inc.............. 321; 323 Kitchen Solvers....................................... 256; 258 Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc.....................382 Lake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity.............. C98 Lake Regional Electric Cooperative....... 376; 378 Lamperts Lumber................... 250; 251; 252; 253 Laney’s, Inc..................................... 432; 433; 434 Lemke Home Improvements, Inc.......C140; C141 Life Chiropractic Center............................... C155 Lindsay Crystal Pure Water............................. C4 Lumber Liquidators................................. 228; 230

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Get a $1-off admission coupon in the show guide Feb. 19, or download it at www.hbafm.com after Feb. 20. Show guides will run in The Forum Feb. 19 and will be available at all Hornbacher’s starting Feb. 20. 2-for-1 admission is back! Friday from 3-5 p.m., Saturday 9-11 a.m., and Sunday 3-5 p.m. ($1-off admission coupon is not valid during this time.) Company Name

Booths

Luxury Bath of Fargo.................................. 46; 48 M & E Sales.......................... C48; C49; C50; C84 Mark Enterprises............................................292 Marvin Windows & Doors..391; 392A; 392B, 393; 394, 395A; 395B, 396; 397, 398A; 398B, 399 Mayville Portland EDC....................................219 Merry Maids................................................... C34 Midwest Fasteners....................................... C149 Midwest Grinding, Inc.....................................229 Mill Creek Custom Cabinetry.................. 348; 350 Mini ISmart Massager................................... C25 Minnesota State Community and Technical College.............................................19 Minnesota Warehouse Furniture & Amish Gifts........................................C121; C122 Minnkota Windows, Inc.......................... 355; 356; 357; 358; 359; 360; 361; 362 Monkey Bars Garage Storage...... C10; C11; C12 Morton Buildings....................................C62; C63 My Pillow, Inc..................................................231 NAI North Central.................................345B, 346 Nectar of the Vine...........................................277 Nelson Window Company..................... 106; 107; 108; 109; 110; 111 Nichols Family Chiropractic........................... C20 Nodak Stores...........100; 101; 102; 103; 104; 105 Nor-Son, Inc............................................ 325; 327 North Dakota One Call.....................................41 Northern Plumbing Supply...............................82 Northern Turf Management, Inc.................. 37; 38 Northland Truss Systems, Inc.........................202 Norwex Enviro Products.............................. C128 Oasis Plantscapes............................................83 Olson Awning & Canvas......................... 210; 211 Olson Pools & Spas..92; 93; 94; 95; 96; 97; 98; 99 One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning.............249 Opp Construction................... 363; 364; 365; 366 Outdoor Design & Living Guide................... C100 Overhead Door Company of Fargo............... C83 Pacific Sound and Video......... 158; 159; 160; 161 Park Co. Realtors.................................... 246; 248 Partylite Gifts................................................. C16 Paul Bunyan Tree Service...................... 266; 268 Paula Rae Homes & Gardens, Inc............... C167 Pella Windows & Doors.......... 220; 221; 222; 223 Prairie Supply, Inc.......................................... C87 Precision Concrete Cutters.................... 120; 121; 122; 123; 124; 125; 126; 127 Premier Garage Tailored Living......................146 Premium Decks..............................................203 Price-Rite Home Improvements, Inc.......... .51; 53 Property Resources Group..................... 150; 152 Prudential Premier Real Estate......................236 Quality Cabinets, Inc..........................C116; C117 Quality Concrete, Inc......................................113 Rainbow Play Systems of North Dakota............... 58B, 59; 61B, 62; 64B, 65 RE/MAX Realty 1.................................... 206; 208 Real Deals on Home Decor......................... C125 Red River Glazing, Inc.................... 294; 296; 298 Revive Sales............................................ C64; L2

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Rigels, Inc............................... 293; 295; 297; 299 Ron Holstrom Antique Floors & More.............317 Rose Creek Design..................................... C137 Rusco Window Company....... 351; 352; 353; 354 Ryan’s Rustic Railings & Furniture, Inc...........L10 Sanford HealthCare Accessories...........C23; C24 Scentsy........................................................ C120 Sculpture by Design............................... 149; 151 Select Comfort Store............................ 131,132A Sensible Security........................................... C65 Shaklee........................................................ C164 Signature Landscapes Inc...................... 179; 181 Simonson Lumber.......................... 385; 387; 389 Sisters with Jewels..................................... L5; L6 Site On Sound, Inc.................... 401B, 402; 404B, 405; 407B, 408 Smart Spaces, Inc............................................44 SmartRooms of North Dakota........................322 Stahl Architects & Builders........ 54, 55A; 57, 58A Starion Financial.............................................112 State Bank & Trust.............................C157; C158 Steam Masters Carpet Care...........................381 Steamatic of the Red River Valley..................147 Stone Countertop Outlet......................... 388; 390 Structural Materials, Inc..... 141B, 142; 144B, 145 Studs to Rugs, Inc..........................................260 Sun Companies...................... C124; C135; C136 Superior Steam Cleaning and Restoration............................................. 314; 316 Swenson Masonry..........................................320 Syndicate Sales Corporation............ 281; 80; L33 T & S Custom Homes, Inc................................40 Tastefully Simple.......................................... C153 Terry Eggan Consulting LLC............................85 The Home Depot.................................... 413; 415 Thermo-Tech Windows........................... 232; 234 Tomahawk Log & Country Homes, Inc... 313; 315 Town & Country Credit Union........................ C92 Town & Country Realty........................... 233; 235 Tubs of Fun! The Family Recreation Superstore!...... 339B, 340; 342B, 343 TCI Insurance................................................ C21 Turtle Shell Stained Glass..............................409 Twin City Garage Door, Inc............. 195; 197; 199 Twin City Sharpening, Inc...............................319 US Bank.......................................................... C9 Valley Central Vacuum....................................240 Valley Lights........................................... 116; 118 Valley Mortgage............................................. C15 Watkins Products......................................... C163 Wellness Solutions........................................ C60 Western Products, Inc....163; 165; 167; 169; 171; 173; 190; 192; 194; 196; 198; 200; C40; C41; C42; C43; C44; C45 Western State Bank..................................... C146 Windows Plus, Inc.................. 242; 243; 244; 245 Xcel Energy....................................................255

Maximize your Home Show marketing opportunities!

Advertise in the official show guide published by The Forum. Inserted in the Sunday, Feb. 19, edition, all Hornbacher’s locations and available at the show, this is the only guide published in conjunction with the HBA of F-M. Ad deadline is Jan. 20. Contact Alicia Marcella, The Forum, at (701) 241-5496 for more details.

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Two HGTV show hosts featured at the 51st Home & Garden Show

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Curb Appeal: The Block host and designer John Gidding, Dig In host and gardener William Moss by Alison Streyle, Events Coordinator

Red River Valley Home & Garden Show organizers are excited to bring in two topnotch speakers giving seminars on design, curb appeal and gardening. John Gidding and William Moss are both hosts of HGTV shows and have been helping homeowners John Gidding for years. Attendees will take away great tips and ideas on how to spruce up their homes’ curb appeal, garden in our extreme climate and start a garden of any size. Spring won’t come soon enough as attendees will have ideas for projects as soon as weather permits! Gidding is the host and designer on HGTV’s Curb Appeal: The Block and has experience in residential, commercial and landscape architecture as well as urban and graphic design. His specialty is in the creation of sculptural interior architecture. Gidding also founded his own company, John Gidding Design, Inc., in New York City and has a second office in Atlanta. His first seminar will share behind-the-scenes dish from fan-favorite projects – from hidden obstacles, to money-saving tips and more! His second seminar will provide tips for improving a home’s curb appeal and include many of his tried-andtrue tricks he’s seen and/or used over his years of experience. Moss is the host and gardener on HGTV’s Dig In and has been coined the Gardener Boss for his in-depth knowledge and sound advice. He uses his landscaping know-how to engage, educate and entertain audiences and has helped homeowners tackle landscape projects resulting in dramatic transformations. Moss has completed the Chicagoland Master Gardeners program and is also a horticultural educator for the Chicago Botanic Garden working with youth programs, adult continuing education courses, and school gardens. His first seminar will leave you with tips and tricks for growing fruits and veggies, plus knowledge on choosing the best plants and William Moss varieties for your area. His second seminar will give you the top food and flower plants for container-growing along with the tried-and-true techniques to make it a success. The Home & Garden Show will be Feb. 24-26 at the Fargodome. Contact Alison at (701) 232-5846 or alison@hbafm.com for information on exhibiting. For sponsorship details, contact Jenny at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm. com. Accent Kitchen & Bath is the show’s platinum sponsor, offering kitchen and bath seminars for consumers. Features for children include The Home Depot’s Kids Workshop and a professionally managed playground for children while parents shop. Education Opportunity for exhibitors “Take Your Home Show Booth or Parade Home over the Top in 2012”. See back cover for details. Check out the complete Home & Garden Show seminar schedule on page 27.

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Public Issues Report of Area

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NDAB holds annual meeting in Bismarck Board votes to oppose Measure #2

Meet Your Elected Official: Cass County Commissioner Scott Wagner

by Rocky Schneider, Public Affairs Coordinator

The North Dakota Association of Builders held its annual meeting in Bismarck in November. Joining the board meeting as special guest speakers were N.D. Governor Jack Dalrymple, U.S. Representative Rick Berg, N.D. Secretary of State Al Jaeger, USDA Rural Development Director Jasper Schneider and Mike Anderson from the N.D. Housing Finance Agency. As a part of the meeting, a new president and slate of directors were chosen to represent the Association for the coming year. Congratulations to the following 2012 NDAB directors: Jason Eid, Eid-Co Buildings who will serve as first vice president; John Gunkelman who will serve as state representative; Don Dabbert, Jr., Dabbert Custom Homes who will serve as Build-PAC trustee; Ken Krajsa, State Bank & Trust, who will serve as Associate National Director; and to the other directors: Terry Becker, Terry Becker Construction, LLC; Tyrone Leslie, Heritage Homes, and Darrick Guthmiller, Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc..

Vote NO on Measure #2

The NDAB took a firm position to oppose a constitutional measure to abolish property taxes that will be voted upon on June 12, 2012. The measure, known as Measure #2, would abolish property taxes as a means of taxation. The main problem with the measure is that it offers no solutions, only a path to more broken government. While property taxes may not be popular, NDAB meeting con’t on pg 37

2012 Dues Deductibility Statement

2012 dues payments to the HBA of F-M are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes. However, dues payments may be deductible as an ordinary and necessary business expense, subject to an exclusion for lobbying activity. Because a portion of your dues is used for lobbying by NAHB, NDAB and HBA of F-M, the following portion is not deductible for: • Builder and Associate members: 13.16 percent of the total dues or $59.22; • Remodelers Council members: 14.14 percent of the total dues or $7.07; and • Affiliate members: 10.23 percent of the total dues or $3.07.

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What issues have been most important to you as a commissioner and what is being done to address them?

The first is to meet the challenges of fighting record flooding and the need to secure permanent flood control. As a member of the Diversion Authority Board, I’m working with Scott Wagner representatives from six political Cass County subdivisions from North Dakota and Commissioner Minnesota to secure authorization and funding for the Red River Diversion. Secondly, I’ve been helping to lead efforts to preserve local control, keeping local government in the hands of local citizens and the people they elect locally. As president of the North Dakota County Commissioners Association in 2007, I helped lead the effort to keep budget authority at the local level. Currently, I am helping to educate the public on the effects of Measure 2, the property tax elimination measure. Lastly, with record population growth over the past 20 years, Cass County Government has had to tackle many capital infrastructure projects. As chairman of the Cass County Building Committee, I’ve helped lead efforts to deal with these needs including the new west addition, which is a 70,000-square-foot addition to the 1904 Elected Official con’t on pg 29

Builders – Make sure to file for the new property tax exemption by Feb. 1

Builders qualify for $150,000 off the property tax valuation of their homes under construction in Fargo and West Fargo thanks to recent legislation passed in North Dakota and approved by the City Commissions. What you need to know: • Builders must file for exemption by Feb. 1 or will miss out on the chance. • Exemption is limited to only five properties picked at the beginning of the year. The list does not rotate. • Exemption is worth $150,000 off the valuation of the structure and does not include the value of the land. • Exemptions last for the taxable year after construction starts and one year after, up until the home is sold and/or occupied. City contact information for applications and questions on the exemption: City of Fargo Assessor – (701) 241-1340 City of West Fargo Assessor – (701) 433-5340

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News from the North

Dakota Association of Builders

President’s Message

It’s my honor to serve as your state president for 2012, and I look forward to visiting the local Associations during my term. Please feel free to provide input to me and your local Association board members — we are Eddy Mitzel working to serve members’ needs and NDAB President want to hear from all of you. The appraisal issue is of key importance to our association, and we work closely with other housing partners in an effort to make sure appraisals are fair. Legislation during the past session has set in motion several reforms that we believe will make improvements to the process. Here is some information from National Association of Home Builders on appraisals from a national perspective:

Flawed appraisals preventing home sales

One out of three builders are reporting losing signed sales contracts during the preceding six months because appraisals on their homes are less than the contract sales price, according to a recent nationwide survey conducted by the NAHB. It is too common, due to faulty appraisal practices, for brand new homes with appliances and interior upgrades to be compared to distressed properties that have been sitting vacant and in disrepair. The result, in many cases has been that the new house is appraised at less than the cost of construction. The NAHB survey data confirms this, where a full 60 percent of respondents reported they were experiencing appraisals coming in below their contract sales price. Of those reporting that they had encountered this problem, 53 percent said the appraisal amount was actually less than the cost of building the home. These appraisal practices are a major contributing factor to the current acquisition, development and construction (AD&C) lending crisis that has choked off credit for home builders and threatens to prolong the current housing downturn. Falling appraised values for land and subdivisions under development have led some financial institutions to stop lending to developers and builders, to demand additional equity and even to call performing loans.

Building Radon-Resistant Homes Lunch & Learn, Jan. 11 This 90-minute webinar will be available in each local association area. Get your North Dakota Professional Builder education credits AND learn about this costefficient technique to market your homes! Call (701) 232-5846 to register, or email kirsten@hbafm.com.

Housing incentive fund enhanced

During the special session of the Legislature, $11 million was added to the North Dakota Housing Incentive Fund (HIF). The fund is a means for developing affordable multifamily housing by incentivizing private Doreen Riedman investment. NDAB Executive It’s capitalized by contributions Officer from state income and financial institution taxpayers. Contributors receive a dollar-fordollar state tax credit that may be fully claimed in the year their contribution is made to the fund. Contributors can target their contributions to a specific project, community or area so their funds support their community needs. Priority is given to projects that create units for low- to moderate-income households and in areas of the state that demonstrate an unmet housing need or shortage. “North Dakotans can now have a say in how their state tax dollars are spent,” said Mike Anderson, NDHFA executive director. “There is a critical need for rental units in our energy and disaster impacted communities. Gaps in financing are slowing down construction and keeping good projects from being built.” Once a contribution is received, NDHFA issues a tax credit certificate to the contributor and the North Dakota Office of the Tax Commissioner. The credits can be fully claimed in the year that the contribution is made, or if a taxpayer can’t use his or her entire credit the first year, it may be carried forward for up to ten tax years. “Contributions made before Dec. 31 can be taken on 2011 returns, and those dollars will support construction next spring,” said Jolene Kline, NDHFA planning and housing development division director. As the fund administrator, NDHFA is authorized to accept contributions to the fund up to $15 million. The fund is to be capitalized solely by state income and financial institution taxpayers. More information on the HIF is available at www. ndhousingincentivefund.org or by contacting Jolene Kline at (701) 328-8080 or (800) 292-8621.

2012 IBS state reception

We look forward to seeing approximately 125 North Dakotans at the International Builders Show in Orlando, Florida, Feb. 8-11, 2012. The North Dakota State Reception will be held Feb. 8 at the Rosen Centre Hotel. Invitations will be sent to all registrants from North Dakota — please plan to attend! Register with Sandy at the NDAB office at sandy@ndbuild.com.

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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 • The Annual Banquet is scheduled for Jan. 19 at the Seven Seas. We will be inducting our new 2012 board of Directors and all the 2011 year-in-themaking awards.

Dickinson Area Builders Association • (701) 483-0044 Irene Schafer, Executive Officer • www.dickinsonareabuilders.com • Dickinson Area Builders held the Annual Christmas Party & Gift Exchange Dec. 14 at Lady J’s Club & Catering. It was a very enjoyable evening. • Home Show plans are moving along. We are close to being sold out. • We are asking our out-of-town exhibitors to book motel space early. Space is very limited in spite of the many motels being built and ready for occupancy. • Our speaker for the January meeting at the Eagles Club will be N.D. Sen. George Nodland.

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

• We had a great turnout for our December Builders after Hours hosted by Keith’s Security World with food provided by the Membership Committee. • At the Jan. 24 General Membership Meeting we will have the Installation of the Board of Directors for 2012. This will be at the Grand Forks Country Club. • Feb. 8 will be our annual Contractor’s Education Day to be held at the Ramada Inn. • ACME Electric will sponsor the February Builders after Hours at its store.

NDAB Member Rebate Program

This exciting North Dakota Association of Builders program will actually put money back into your pocket! The country’s leading manufacturers pay rebates as their way of thanking our members for their product loyalty. You may already be using many of these products, so why not get paid a rebate for something you’re already doing? This program is just another example of how being a NDAB member helps your company be more profitable. Both builders and remodelers, no matter how large or small, qualify for the program and are encouraged to participate. Please note: This program is only available to current NDAB Members (HBA of F-M members are NDAB members).

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

• Final internet connections were made Dec. 12th at the new MAB office. Move-in has begun! It is an awesome place and we thank Real Builders for providing us with this amazing new home! We feel like we can finally start fresh and leave behind us the emotional and physical trauma of being evacuated and flooded at our old location. It was home to MAB for over 12 years and we will miss it but feel overjoyed to have this opportunity to continue our mission at the new location. • The annual holiday open house was held Dec.16 at our new office. We were excited to show off our new digs! • February GMM will be hosted by Northwest Contracting at their new home on 20th Ave. SW on Feb 21.

Williston Area Builders Association • (701) 572-4722 Tina Hanson, Executive Officer • www.willistonbuilders.com

• Our Home Show is set for March 30-31 at the Raymond Family Community Center. We had a great first home show in 2011, and we’re looking to expand our next one.

Appreciation sent from Minot Association of Builders... Thank you for the generous donation to our Association. It will be put to good use for the benefit of our membership. We are now moving into our new office and ready to resume our activities. Thank you, Phil Olstad, President, and Vicky Flagstad, Executive Officer The HBA donated funds to MAB last fall to help its members rebuild from flooding.

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1. Register online (one time) at www.hbarebates.com/ndab. html. 2. Each quarter, submit the current rebate claim form including completed homes, remodeling projects and/or multi-family units. “We have been very happy with the program so far. The process to submit claims is very easy. If we have questions, NDAB responds very promptly. The rebate we received back was definitely worth the amount of time we spent applying. A lot of people should be able to take advantage of this program since there are numerous companies and products that offer rebates through NDAB.” - Suzie Rohde, assistant controller/ project manager at Jordahl Custom Homes, Inc.

News from the Builders

Association of Minnesota

Local Associations make it happen

The Builders Association of Minnesota is here for you all year long; advocating at the Capitol, acting as a connection to government and fighting issues on your behalf. Your local association represents you and where you live and work. And once a year, each local Association has a chance to show a little “local color” by attending the BAM Annual Convention. Attendance means a chance to represent, meet the other local Associations and have fun. The BAM Convention brings together the statewide home building industry including Builders, remodelers, architects, interior designers and Associates to meet, learn and celebrate. Come hear from industry experts about trends and strategy, see what your competition, vendors and clients are up to. Strengthen your relationship with the Association that is working for your interests every day of the year. Improve relations through networking and share your opinions.

From the awards and keynote speaker, to the food and the band, if you’ve been to the Convention you know it’s the year’s biggest event. If you haven’t been, what are you waiting for?

Two days. Three times the fun!

BAM is partnering with the Builders Association of the Twin Cities (BATC) to bring you three great events in two days. Day one is BATC’s Minnesota Builders Show AND the joint BAM/BATC CASINO NIGHT. Day two brings you BAM’s statewide Convention, with the annual meeting, keynote speaker, awards banquet and dance with a live band. The theme for all three events is Mardi Gras. Sure you’re recovering from the holidays now, but come February you’ll be ready for a break from the winter. Come party with your peers and join the fun! Registration is now open. Check out the Early Bird Rates at www.mnbuildersshow.com.

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News from the National

Association of Home Builders

Home builders still supporting communities, despite downturn

During the holidays, many Americans pause to reflect on the year that is coming to an end. There was no relief in 2011 for the home building industry, which has been devastated by the economic downturn. Thousands of builders went out of business and many others continue to struggle to make ends meet on a daily basis. Yet home builders around the country are still putting aside their challenges to help less fortunate members of their communities. “Home builders are making extraordinary sacrifices as they try to survive the ongoing economic downturn, and yet their generous spirit continues to shine in selfless acts of charity every day across the country,” said Bob Nielsen, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders and a home builder from Reno, Nev. “NAHB’s members are doing everything in their power to help others and preserve the American Dream of homeownership for those who are less fortunate.” Despite Florida being extremely hard-hit by the downturn – it is among the states with the highest foreclosure rates in the country – home builder members of the Lee Building Industry Association in Fort Myers completed 33 charity projects in 2011. The projects included six major home renovations, four wheelchair ramps, six handicap accessibility bathroom renovations and other emergency construction services worth a total of more than $600,000. “Home builders’ businesses have been suffering for years, but as long as we are physically able to help others who can’t help themselves, we will be out there giving back to this community,” said Bob Bassett, board president of Lee BIA Builders Care. Kelly Watson, owner of Bluestone Building in Birmingham, Ala., felt compelled to help a family whose home was destroyed by a tornado in April when he read in the local paper that the family was still trying to find a way to rebuild in August. “When I read that the mother, who has multiple sclerosis, was going to have to be her own contractor, I thought it was another disaster just waiting to happen,” Watson said. He recruited volunteers and support from local and national

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organizations and provided the Burchfield family with a 1,600-square-foot three-bedroom accessible universal design home with a tornado-resistant safe room a few days before Thanksgiving. When Dan Steurer and Kelly Stephens asked fellow members of the Southern Utah Home Builders Association to give what they could to help remodel and build a 2,200-square-foot expansion of the Doctors’ Volunteer Clinic in St. George, Utah, nearly 200 companies responded. The clinic, which was originally built by members of the SUHBA 10 years ago, provides medical care to low income and uninsured people in the community, and patients were being seen in storage closets and hallways due to overwhelming demand for services. “For those in our industry to have given so much to build something that blesses so many at such a difficult time economically is an inspiration to us all,” said Steurer, a home builder and co-owner of Sunwest Development in St. George, Utah. Home builders aren’t limiting their generosity to their own communities. Rutland, Mass., home builder Len Gengel has spent 22 weeks in Haiti this year building an orphanage that will house more than 60 children and staff to care for them. Gengel and his wife founded “Be Like Brit,” a 501(c)3 charity (BeLikeBrit.org), after his daughter Britney and five others from Lynn University were killed during the January 2010 Haiti earthquake just one day after they arrived on a humanitarian mission. Due to the severely limited resources on the island, Gengel had to bring in even the simplest construction materials by ship or make them on site. “On my last trip I checked eight hockey bags full of electrical supplies as luggage on the plane just so we could do the wiring,” said Gengel. “But two years after the earthquake there are still Haitians living in tents, so if we have to do it one cement block at a time, we will give these orphans an environment where they can grow, learn and thrive.” Each year, the home building industry contributes millions of dollars in cash, building materials, supplies, and countless volunteer hours to community charities through local community service projects. To learn more about how NAHB members support their communities across the country, go to www.nahb.org/ homebuilderscare.

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He was sincere… a good father, husband and friend.” Charlie Funfar, Funfar Construction, was a friend of Barnum’s and a business associate with ABC Seamless in the 1980s and 1990s. He remembers that strong commitment to the HBA and credits Barnum with encouraging him to become more involved. Funfar served as HBA president in 1987. by Krista Mund, Communications Manager Funfar notes that Barnum Many of the words Don Barnum’s friends and was a major factor in the HBA former business associates use to describe him are building its office on 32nd the same: positive, sincere, caring, personable and Ave. S. in Fargo in 1991-1992. committed. Barnum passed away Nov. 13 and left ABC Seamless and many behind a long legacy of involvement and support for other HBA members donated the building industry. a lot of time and materials Barnum’s building-industry involvement began to the project. Barnum was in 1978, when he and brother-in-law, Gerald Beyers, also very involved in growing created ABC Seamless. Barnum served as secretaryand expanding the Home & treasurer and general manager until 1992, when he Garden Show as well as the sold his share of Parade of Homes. the business due Barnum’s wife, Evonne, to poor health. speaks fondly of his HBA While involvement as well. working for ABC “Don’s association with the Seamless, Barnum HBA was a very special part of Barnum received the HBA of became involved his life. He enjoyed his years F-M’s Builder of the Year and in HBA of F-M of service and made many served as president in 1984. activities and was long-lasting friendships,” she named to the HBA says. board of directors. In the last 10 years, Barnum looked forward to the He served as camaraderie of the HBA’s Past Presidents Council and president of the General Membership Meetings when his health allowed. local board in Funfar says, “Don and his wife, Evonne, are just all1984 was also a around good people. Don was always upbeat and worked director on the so well with people. He influenced those who worked for North Dakota him and around him to do a better job and have a great Association work ethic just because of the positive attitude he had about of Builders things.” and National Don Barnum is pictured making phone calls Barnum was born Sept. 7, 1941, in Breckenridge, Association of for fundraising as part of his leadership role Minn. The youngest child of Hilda (Ehlert) and Milburn in the HBA of F-M in the 1980s. Builders for Barnum, he lived his young life with his family north of several years. Breckenridge. Barnum attended country grade school Barnum received the HBA’s Builder of the Year award in and graduated from Breckenridge High School in 1959. 1984 and was recognized with NAHB’s Grand Spike Award He farmed with his father and spent part of his summers for recruiting over 150 lifetime members. custom combining in the Midwest. He attended North John Mahan, Mahan Construction, is an HBA past Dakota State College of Science, Wahpeton, N.D., president and NAHB Life Director. He served with Barnum graduating with an associate’s degree in marketing in 1971. on the HBA board of directors, NDAB board of directors He graduated in 1975, from Moorhead State University, and on the NAHB board of directors. Cum Laude, with a bachelor’s degree in marketing “We traveled together a lot with the state and national education. meetings we were involved in, and I have many good Barnum married Evonne Kurtz of Breckenridge on memories,” he says. “Don cared about others, donating August 28, 1961, at St. Mary’s Church, Breckenridge. his time and giving 100 percent to whatever cause he was The couple had three children. From 1959-1970, Barnum involved in.” was self-employed, farming in Breckenridge, along with Mahan kept in touch with Barnum over the years and owning and operating a service station from 1959-1963, visited him many times in the hospital when he was facing and co-owning and operating a pizza shop in Breckenridge health challenges. from 1964-1968. In 1971, the couple moved with their “He always had a positive attitude,” Mahan says. “Even family to Moorhead, MN, where Don worked for Overvold when he was sick, he would enjoy reminiscing about the Motors and with Beyers in the landscaping business. In past and we had good visits. Don was always Don. He was 1978, Barnum and Beyers created ABC Seamless. the same person at the end of his life as the day I met him.

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Judges appear to oppose NAHB arguments to reinstate ‘opt out’ provision in Lead Paint Rule

Nov. 14, 2011 - Efforts to reinstate the Environmental Protection Agency’s Lead: Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule’s “opt-out” provision - which allowed remodelers working in homes built before 1978 to disregard more expensive work practices in cases where there were no children living in the home and the owner gave permission - may have to wait for a new Administration. On Nov. 1, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit heard arguments from the National Association of Home Builders and the EPA on the agency’s recent removal of the opt-out provision from the lead rule. A central issue tackled by the court was whether the agency had contradicted the findings of its earlier scientific research by revising the rule. In taking a look at the issue, one judge appeared to side with the EPA. The EPA’s decision to remove the opt-out provision was a way of making the existing regulation “safer, more effective and more reliable” and a way to “protect people that would not be protected under the opt-out rule,” said Judge Merrick Garland, one of the appeals court’s three Justices presiding over the oral arguments. The judge suggested that the Obama Administration had the right to discontinue the opt-out provision even if the previous Administration thought it should be included in the rule. That would give a future Administration the ability to restore the opt-out provision. NAHB noted that the law does not cover home owners who elect to do the work themselves - effectively ignoring about half of the nation’s renovation jobs. “Congress specifically decided to exclude a huge segment of renovation activities: the whole category of Larry Leadhead EPA Lead Enthusiast

do-it-yourselfers,” said Thomas Jackson, the attorney who argued the case on behalf of NAHB. However, the judges seemed to place little importance on this omission. The court will discuss the briefs and oral arguments before presenting its decision at a later date. “I’m glad we got our day in court, but it’s still clear to me that the opt-out provision was removed without carefully considering the consequences,” said NAHB Remodelers Chair Bob Peterson. “We’ll continue our outreach to help our members comply with the law even as we continue to advocate for a just and equitable regulation,” he said. For more information call Amy Chai, NAHB, at (800) 368-5242 ext. 8232.

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Building and remodeling firms must have one or more certified renovators assigned to each job where paint is disturbed in homes built in 1978 or earlier. Eight hours of training is required to become a “certified renovator.” Effective last summer, Minnesota began requiring lead certification when issuing permits. Municipalities now verify lead certification for residential builders, remodelers, roofers and manufactured home installers when requesting a permit to work on homes constructed prior to 1978.

Your HBA will host training on the EPA’s Lead Remodeling, Renovation & Painting (RRP) Rule in March and November 2012. Watch for dates coming soon and plan ahead to earn the certified renovator certification or have your employees attend. For more details, contact Kirsten at (701) 232-5846 or kirsten@hbafm.com.

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Builders: Parade of Homes entry deadline is March 1

If you are planning to participate in the 52nd Spring Parade of Homes April 28 – May 6, be sure to get new model homes ready now! The HBA of F-M is working with BuilderFusion again to produce a high-quality publication. The success of the Parade depends on your support!

Publication Highlights: Deadlines

• March 1, all registration items are due. • Look for Parade registration packets in January.

Classy look

• Full-color magazine. • High-gloss finish and UV coating on magazine cover to protect them from weather and keep them looking great. • Each home will receive a half page dedicated to a description. • 3-D color, computer-generated renderings with an optional floor plan. • Builders still have opportunities to proof their home description pages.

Technological advances, better maps

• All entries will be submitted via computer. • Clear and detailed Parade maps made to scale and easy to understand. • Builders can view maps in advance to make suggestions or corrections. • Online Web magazine allows consumers to browse homes, view maps and look for Builders. • Dedicated, interactive Parade website for the HBA’s Parade of Homes. • Personalized Web access for each home description. • Parade information stays active until the next Parade begins.

Look what you get for your entry fee! • $750 plus refundable $105 sign deposit. • $650 for each additional home plus $105 sign deposit. What you get in return: • Half-page color ad in glossy magazine - 7,500 copies printed and distributed. • Home listing that goes into Sunday issue of The Forum. • Radio ads running prior to and during event. • TV ads running before and during event. • Parade of Homes website listing each home including rendering, price and description. • Online magazine you can email to your customers. • Forum banner ad online at www.inforum.com. • Ads placed in Congratulations to Eid-Co Homes! The Forum, For returning the 2011 Fall Parade Area Woman of Homes survey they were drawn and Inspired to receive $200 off one 2011 Spring Home Parade of Homes entry!

Great media campaign

• Radio, TV, print and other ads will promote the Parade, the publication and the Parade website. • Hornbacher’s will distribute the Parade magazine at all of its locations.

Parade rules

A home may be occupied by the builder provided it was completed after Jan. 1, 2011. Homes may be entered in four consecutive Parade of Homes after the home was completed. Any new home that has never been occupied by a consumer and was built after Sept. 1, 2010, may be entered in the Parade of Homes. ANY new home that has never been lived in by a consumer AND is less than two years old is eligible for the 2012 Spring Parade. • Builders must include their contractor’s license with the Parade registration. • Builders only must sign the paperwork to submit home entries for the parade. • Builders must submit full-color renderings of each home model. If the builder does not have access to these services, BuilderFusion can assist in creating a full-color rendering at a fee of $300 per model. • No late entries will be accepted and no late fees will be assessed. • Only completed homes may be open during the Parade.

Check out examples of previous Parade websites!

• See www.northdakotabuild.com and click on samples of the 2011 Fall Parade of Homes website.

The choice is easy:

Parade of Homes gives you the most bang for your buck! magazine promoting the event prior to the date. • Hundreds of consumers entering your homes in a nine-day event. Compare to other ad options: • You place a half-page color ad in a local glossy magazine - at least $1,000+. • Insert into Sunday edition of Fargo Forum - $3,500+ • Radio ads promoting an open house - $3,000+ (not including production, voicing, etc). • Television ads promoting an open house - $5,000+ (not including production, voicing, actors, etc.). • Individual website promoting your home listing - $hundreds • Magazine you can email to your clients - $hundreds. • Forum banner ad online - $2,700+. • Placing ads in all local magazines and newspaper – at least $2,500. • Your own open house might result in a handful of customers...

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HBA thanks outgoing directors

A big thanks to Bill Blixt, Western Products, Inc.; Jason Eid, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc.; and Brent Atkins, Minnkota Windows, Inc., for their time on the HBA of F-M Board of Directors. Atkins and Eid served six years, and Blixt served seven years. They received plaques at the Dec. 13 meeting for their Bill Blixt, Western Products, Inc.; Jason Eid, dedication and commitment to the Eid-Co Buildings, Inc.; and Brent Atkins, Minnkota Windows, Inc.; receive their plaques HBA board and the mission of the from 2011 HBA of F-M President Tyrone Association. Leslie, Heritage Homes.

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Meeting Sponsor

January 5 • Holiday Inn • 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Come for a fun, festive atmosphere over the lunch hour, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., at the Holiday Inn of Fargo. Join us for a buffet lunch as we install the 2012 HBA Board of Directors and HBC Board of Trustees and their presidents; present the Extra Mile Award for 2011 and recognize our PAC contributors.

Thank You Table Top Sponsors These sponsors help fund the programming you see at membership meetings throughout the year.

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HBA members and staff will ride stationary bikes for the HBA’s upcoming Home Builders Care Build for Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity. As long as attendees keep the cash donations coming, they will have to keep peddling! Menu: Baked ham buffet, salad, potato, vegetable, rolls and beverage Cost: $20 pre-registered; $22 walk-ins Register by 4 p.m. Jan. 3 – Cancel by noon Jan. 4 or you will be billed. Sign up online at www.hbafm.com. Click on “Calendar,” then Jan. GMM to register. Or you may also call (701) 232-5846, email info@hbafm.com or fax (701) 280-1108. Check for meeting highlights in next month’s issue!

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Feb. GMM ‘Chilly’ Cook-Off

Warm up with the HBA and bring your competitive edge by Alison Streyle, Events Coordinator

The HBA of F-M will be holding its 3rd Annual “Chilly” Cook-Off from 5 - 7 p.m. Feb. 9 at Fabricators Unlimited in downtown Fargo (828 NP Ave. N., Fargo). This event is entirely a social networking event with a little competition included. This is a fun-“filled” event and you won’t be leaving hungry. If you do, it’s your own fault!

Want to enter a chili? It’s only $20!

We want to taste your top-secret, award-winning chili and give you a chance to win the People’s Choice award! The winner will receive a grand prize valued at over $100 on behalf of the event sponsor, Fabricators Unlimited. What a great reason to invite your co-workers to join us! Please read the rules and guidelines on the next page before filling out the registration form included as an insert in this issue. Costs are listed below. Contact Alison at (701) 232-5846 or alison@hbafm.com with any questions.

Want to be a taste-tester – only $12 and two free drink tickets!

If you don’t consider yourself chef quality, we still want you to taste! Join fellow members as the taste-testers who are also the judges. Taste all the chilis and enter your favorites to win the People’s Choice award.

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Sign up online at www.hbafm.com. Click on “Calendar,” then Feb. GMM to register. You may also call (701) 2325846, email info@hbafm.com or fax (701) 280-1108. Chili entry cost: $20 per team (up to three teammates). Teams members will not be charged the GMM fee. Taste-tester cost: $12 pre-registered; $20 walk-ins. Register by 4 p.m. Feb. 7 to enter a chilli in the cook-off!

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Health Plan Management Committee welcomes new leaders, thanks outgoing trustees

The Health Plan Management Committee welcomed Barb Grande, Coldwell Banker First Realty, as 2012-2013 chair. Reed Stigen, Home Heating, Plumbing & A/C, Inc., passed the Former chair Reed Stigen (left) gavel Dec.15. Rob Lyngstad, Matrix Properties passes the gavel to Barb Grande. Corporation, was named 2012-2013 secretary. Rob Lyngstad (right) was named secretary. During its meeting, the committee also thanked Ryan Hoss, Baker Nursery Gardens, and Bob Footitt, Sr., Bob Footitt Construction Inc., for their time and dedication to the committee. Hoss served nine years and Footitt served ten.

Former Chair Reed Stigen (center) presents plaques to Ryan Hoss (left) and Bob Footitt (right) for their many years of dedicated service.

‘Chilly’ Cook-Off Rules and Guidelines

1. Teams may consist of three individuals. 2. Only one recipe per team. 3. Chili must be homemade (from scratch), prepared off-site and brought to venue in a crock pot or roaster! Please, no chili mixes or mixes with pre-measured spices. Sanitary preparation is appreciated. Team must bring their own electrical cord. 4. Chili must be ready to be served at 5 p.m. Teams can arrive at 4 p.m. to set up. 5. Entrants are encouraged to create a unique name for their chili. 6. Bowls, spoons, ladles, napkins, all the fixin’s (sour cream, onions, cheese, crackers, chips), punch and dessert will be provided by the HBA. 7. All attendees will receive two drink tickets. You may also bring your own beverage, but no glass please! 8. All attendees will be provided with judging criteria and will be allowed to vote for the People’s Choice award. 9. Dress is very casual – blue jeans and baseball caps allowed. 10. Contact Alison at (701) 232-5846 or alison@hbafm.com by Feb. 7 to enter your chili and teammates. FINAL RULE: All teams MUST PROMISE TO HAVE FUN, enjoy some friendly competition and eat as much food as possible.

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Meet Your Parade of Homes Chair by Krista Mund, Communications Manager

Robin Swanson, an agent at Superior Insurance Agency, has been involved with the HBA of F-M’s Parade of Homes Committee for four years and became chairperson for 2012. Her favorite part of participating on Robin Swanson Superior Insurance the committee is getting to know her fellow HBA members and becoming more acquainted with builders who participate with the Parade. “The committee is an awesome group of people with whom to work!” she says. Swanson has always enjoyed touring homes, looking at floor plans and experiencing different types of homes, so the Parade of Homes Committee and event appealed to her when she was considering becoming active on an HBA committee. “The Parade event impacts so many HBA members, from Realtors to trade contractors, to builders, to attendees, it is an important Fun facts about Robin: event for our economy • What you never knew about and our me: I ran Grandma’s Marathon community,” she says. in 1999. “We want • Favorite vacation spot: to do a Phoenix, Ariz. good job of representing • Last book you read: the HBA After Anne members.” Currently, the Parade of Homes Committee is helping the Remodelers Council plan a new event for 2012; it is called the Remodeled Home Tour which will be tied in with the Fall Parade of Homes. Its members are also considering updates to the Horizon Awards process and May General Membership Meeting that celebrates each spring Parade. In her spare time, Swanson enjoys golf, cooking and entertaining. Her daughter attends school in Idaho and her son is enrolled at the University of North Dakota. She is a Rotarian, is an affiliate member of the F-M Area Association of Realtors and is involved in other networking groups.

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HUD regional administrator tours Crossroads by Kirsten Rosenow, Communication & Office Coordinator

On Friday, Dec. 2, Housing and Urban Development Regional Administrator Rick Garcia, visited the Fargo Housing & Redevelopment Rick Garcia, Housing and Urban Authority’s Development regional administrator, property, visited Fargo Dec. 2 to discuss the Crossroads impact of HUD’s Neighborhood Senior Living Stabilization Program. Community. During Garcia’s visit, he toured both the Crossroads project and the 16th Street Townhomes. Garcia discussed the affordable housing options Fargo was giving its senior residents through HUD’s Neighborhood Stabilization Program, and how partnerships like these also created construction jobs for the area. Fargo Mayor Dennis Walaker spoke about the importance of such facilities to the community and how Crossroads is invaluable to its tenants. Lynn Fundingsland, Fargo Housing & Redevelopment Authority executive director, also discussed the value of HUD’s Neighborhood Stabilization Program and FHRA’s plan to rebuild and revitalize Fargo for affordable housing needs. Fargo Crossroad Senior Living Community is located at 1670 E. Gateway Circle S., Fargo. The 16th Street Townhomes are located at 113 and 123 16th St. S., Fargo. Both were developed by Beyond Shelter, Inc.

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and Associate Member Feature

Foss Architecture & Interiors, Inc. Longevity, commitment, expertise attributed to company’s success by Kirsten Rosenow, Communication & Office Coordinator

A North Dakota State University graduate and Fargo native, Robert Ames has been with Foss Architecture & Interiors, Inc., for over 20 years. Ames began working for Foss Architecture & Interiors, Inc., while going A rendering by Foss Architecture & Interiors, Inc. of the Center of Scouting, now under construction to college and became a in Fargo. stockholder in 1994. He was named president in 2010 and is co-owner with Wade Erickson. Originally, Foss Architecture & Interiors, Inc., was founded by A. H. Foss , a sole practitioner, in Elbow Lake, Minn. In 1936, it became incorporated and has been one of the top design firms in the area since its relocation in the 1950s. From the beginning, Foss Architecture & Interiors, Inc., has focused on architectural design of community, civic and institutional project. Ames specializes in both education and religious projects, but also helps with civic related projects. “Our success is a tribute to our commitment of emphasizing creative design, technical expertise, quality and customer service,” says Ames. The company is known for its work across many communities in the region, including Discovery Middle School in Fargo, Christian Life Center at Trinity Church in Moorhead and Lommen Hall Renovation at Minnesota State University Moorhead. Currently, Ames and his team are overseeing the new Offutt School of Business at Concordia College, which is scheduled to open next fall. By partnering with other firms, Foss Architecture & Interiors, Inc., has also been able to provide production support on high-rise hotel, condominium and casino projects, and is excited to offer the popular Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, referred to often as green or sustainable design. As architecture grows and develops, many changes can be seen in the industry. Ames sees the industry being challenged by expectations for instant results. By changing project delivery models and using advanced computer software, Foss Architecture & Interiors, Inc., is able to keep up with the demand and reduce project delivery times. Although there is pressure for immediacy, Ames still enjoys the client interaction. “I enjoy working with clients to evaluate their building needs and develop creative solutions to meet those needs,” says Ames. “And then to see their excitement and appreciation as they move into new or renovated facilities.” For those starting out in the industry, Ames encourages maintaining relationships. “Foster and maintain good client relationships. Work for repeat clients is much easier to get than new work,” says Ames. He also reminds new professionals to continually develop their own skills and ideas, “Take the initiative to learn. Investigate, research, and develop solutions on your own, then ask others for input and guidance.” Foss Architecture & Interiors, Inc. 810 1st Ave N Fargo, ND 58102 (701) 282-5505

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HBA is excited to announce 1st Annual Remodeled Home Tour Event will be a showcase of area remodeled homes by Alison Streyle, Events Coordinator

The HBA of F-M will roll out its first-ever Remodeled Home Tour Sept. 15-16, 2012. It will run ONE WEEKEND ONLY in conjunction with the second weekend of the Fall Parade of Homes. Eligible projects must have started after Jan. 1, 2010 and can include kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, basements, additions, landscaping, backyard enhancements, an entire home, etc. Each entry will be reviewed be a subcommittee of the Remodelers Council before approved to be on the Remodeled Home Tour.

Start planning today

Here’s a reminder to start thinking of prior project or upcoming projects that may be eligible for this event and start talking to your clients today! This event will be a unique way to market your business to consumers for the surrounding areas. Sponsorship of this event is available. If interested, please contact Jenny at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com. If you think you have an eligible entry for the 2012 Tour please email alison@hbafm.com or call (701) 232-5846.

Power Limited Technician Continuing Education March 9, 2012 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Class fulfills 8 hours of code and includes: • Understanding Class 1, Class 2 and Class 3 Remote-Control, Signaling and Power Limited Circuits • Communications Systems • Wiring Methods • Minn. Requirements for PLTS and Basic Electrical Theory Review Register at www.hbafm.com, email kirsten@hbafm.com or call (701) 232-5846.

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HBA of F-M Industry

Spotlight

Sandman Consulting PC - Structural Engineering Kurt Sandman 402 21 St. S. • Moorhead, MN 56560 • (218) 227-0022 www.sc-pc.com

What is your company’s focus? “Our focus is on structural engineering and consulting commercial, industrial, residential and specialty engineering. For examples we do steel connections, erection, shoring, earth retention and structural inspections.” What is the latest trend in your business/industry? “BIM, or Building Information Modeling. This is the concept of the architect and all subconsultants working in the Kurt Sandman same total project model to facilitate optimal coordination. Sandman Its goal is to provide a complete project, by eliminating Consulting errors and field problems, and avoiding conflict between PC - Structural Engineering trades.” What do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it? “I believe the biggest challenge of the industry today is the age of instantaneous results. Projects can be completed at such an accelerated pace today with the implementation of the latest tools in terms of high level design, analysis, and drawing software. Projects can move at such a rapid pace because of this, yet proper time elements, such as planning, design development and coordination, must take place to ensure a successful project.”

Balance Your Books Inc. • Christine Gray

819 30 Ave. S., #104 • Moorhead, MN • (218) 299-2090 www.teambyb.com What is your company’s focus? “Balance Your Books Inc. specializes in accounting and business management advisory using Intuit products and applications for efficiencies and enhancements to the financial reporting and management process.” What is the latest trend in your business/industry? “In addition to your typical accounting process and reporting techniques, we are using add-on applications to enhance the analysis, planning and forecasting of our clients’ Christine Gray Balance Your Books financial strength and longevity. Balance Your Books Inc. promotes a proactive approach to business success and Inc. continued growth by using these analytics. As a business owner, being informed and educated on your own accounting function and strength is becoming increasingly important as the banking and economic environment is volatile and rapidly changing.” What do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it? “Securing capital is the biggest challenge the building and construction industry is facing today. The guidelines are rapidly changing, banks are limiting their risk and becoming more diversified in their client portfolios. To communicate adequately with the bank, a business owner needs to understand his accounting function as well as build trust in the banking enviroment. Our services deliver these results. When we engage with clients, we become a team member to their business and take the steps necessary to help them achieve their business and personal goals.”

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The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry:

Attorneys; Accountants; Consultants; Architects, Planners, Drafters & Consultants; Engineering Anderson & Fercho, PLLC Anderson, Bottrell, Sanden & Thompson Arcanum Group Balance Your Books Inc. Building Concepts, Inc. Business Resource Group Inc. CBI Business Services Conmy Feste Ltd. David L. Vandrovec Design-7 P.C. Eide Bailly LLP Fiebiger, Swanson, West & Co. Foss Architecture & Interiors, Inc. Gary Cavett & Co., CPAs Great Plains Environmental Heyer Engineering Hochhalter Building Solutions Inc JD & Associates, Ltd. LEGEND Technical Services Lightowler Johnson Associates, Inc. Moore Engineering, Inc. Prairie Design Studio, Ltd. Precision Drafting & Design LLC Sandman Consulting PC Structural Engineering Serkland Law Firm Solberg, Stewart, Miller & Tjon Stahl Architects & Builders Stantec T.L. Stroh Architects Trio Environmental Consulting, Inc. Vidger Business Consulting Widmer Roel PC

News from the

HBA of F-M Remodelers Council

Remodelers Council 2012 Remodelers Council ramp project by Corin Gunderson, Communications Intern

Chairman Dan Beecher Foam DR’s LLC Ursula Hegvik Smart Spaces, Inc. (Vice Chair)

Gary Grandbois Granites Unlimited (Past Chair)

Member Companies

ABC Seamless Accent Contracting ACME TOOLS 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 Showroom 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 Red River Electric, 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.

The HBA of F-M’s Remodelers Council constructed a wheelchair accessibility ramp for Fargo resident Elena Andersen, 3443 17th St. S., on Dec. 7. Andersen, daughter of Sherry Andersen, was diagnosed with myelomeningocele, more commonly known as spina bifida, at birth. Spina bifida is a birth defect in which the backbone and spinal canal do not close before birth. This has caused Andersen’s spinal cord and meninges (the tissues covering the spinal cord) to stick out her back, leaving her entirely wheelchair-bound. Companies and volunteers who helped with the project include: Accent Contracting; John Fugle, Casselton Lumber, Inc.; Dave Anderson, Kevin Briggs and Tyler Carr, Dave Anderson Construction; Sylvia Lunski, Design Direction, Inc.; Dan Beecher, Foam DR’s LLC; Gary Grandbois, Granites Home Builders Association Remodelers Council Unlimited; Roger Bauch members work together to construct a wheelchair and Terry Rocheford, Home accessibility ramp for Fargo resident Elena Heating, Plumbing & A/C, Andersen. Inc.; Brent Atkins, Minnkota Windows, Inc.; Russ Richards, Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area, Inc.; and Ursula Hegvick, Smart Spaces, Inc. The Remodelers Council is a committee of the HBA that deals with issues affecting the remodeling segment of the building industry. Council members continually lend their efforts to these types of charitable projects building two to three ramps a year depending on funding and Above: Sherry emergency and Elena needs. In the Andersen with past they’ve their newly constructed remodeled a wheelchair house and accessibility constructed ramp. Right: bunk beds Volunteers for an area pose for a picture on the shelter. finished ramp.

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Remodelers Council FOCUS: Judy Lee, Interior Affairs by Kirsten Rosenow, Communication & Office Coordinator

With 30 years of interior design experience, Judy Lee, owner of Interior Affairs, knows Judy Lee what it takes to make your Interior Affairs dream home come true. Lee is certified in fabricating draperies, valances and bedding and also specializes in custom window treatments, duvet covers, decorative pillows, table runners and baby nurseries. Lee joined the HBA of F-M in 2010, and shortly after joined the Remodelers Council. She says she joined to give back to the community by using her time and talents on various projects. “I am amazed and inspired by the generosity of the Remodelers Council members,” says Lee. She is a big believer in community service, and encourages other members of the HBA to consider getting involved. Lee is looking forward to the busy year ahead, in particular the summer Home Builders Care Build for Habitat for Humanity. Throughout the year, the Remodelers Council takes part in community service projects, like building wheelchair accessibility ramps for those who are elderly or disabled in order for them to remain at their homes. The Council provides material and labor as their way of giving back to those in need. For more information about the Remodelers Council, contact Jennifer McKinney at (701) 232-5846 or at jennifer@hbafm.com.

Booth space is available!

Seminar Schedule Main Stage Programs Fri., Feb. 24

Show Hours: 3 – 9 p.m.

2-For-1 Admission: 3 – 5 p.m.

4:30 – 5:30 p.m. “Behind the Scenes: Secrets from HGTV’s Curb Appeal: The Block,” John Gidding 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

“Tips for Improving Your Home’s Curb Appeal,” John Gidding

Sat., Feb.25

Show Hours: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

2-For-1 Admission: 9 – 11 a.m.

9:30 – 11 a.m.

“Any Size, Anywhere Edible Gardens Part 1: Growing Tips & Techniques,” William Moss

12 – 1p.m.

“Behind the Scenes: Secrets from HGTV’s Curb Appeal: The Block,” John Gidding

2 – 3 p.m.

“Tips for Improving Your Home’s Curb Appeal,” John Gidding

4 – 5:30 p.m. “Best Container Plants for Food & Flowers Part 1: Growing Tips & Techniques,” William Moss

Sun., Feb. 26

Show Hours: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

2-For-1 Admission: 3 – 5 p.m.

11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. 2 – 3:30 p.m.

“Best Container Plants for Food & Flowers Part 2: Choosing Best Performing Plants,” William Moss

“Any Size, Anywhere Edible Gardens Part 2: Selecting Best Plant Varieties,” William Moss

Mezzanine Level Programs Sat., Feb. 25

Show Hours: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

11 a.m. – Noon

Seminars by Accent Kitchen & Bath

3 – 4 p.m.

Seminars by Accent Kitchen & Bath

Contact Alison at (701) 232-5846 or alison@hbafm.com.

Show dates: Feb. 24-26, 2012 Fargodome January

10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Kids Workshop sponsored by The Home Depot

Sun., Feb. 26 Show Hours: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Noon – 4 p.m. Kids Workshop sponsored by The Home Depot

1 – 2 p.m.

Seminars by Accent Kitchen & Bath

3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

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Builders Care Foundation

HBC first annual telethon very successful 2012 Builders Care had a great year in 2011 and I know 2012 will be a good Home Builders Care yearHome as well. I am excited that our first-annual telethon brought in over $4,500 Board of Trustees over the two days trustees made calls. We plan on making this an annual event, so if you haven’t donated to HBC by October, you may be receiving a call from us! Be sure to check out all of our 2011 donors on the next page. Thank you to everyone who has supported us in the past.

President Dave Anderson Dave Anderson Construction CHAD MALOY Gate City Bank (Vice President) MIKE ANDERSON Bierschbach (Secretary) Equipment & Supply DAN PARROW ISR Homes (Treasurer) CLARK BERNARD Red River Electric, Inc. (Past President) Stenerson Lumber Structural Materials, Inc. Casselton Lumber, Inc. Lavelle Company Kochmann Brothers Homes. Inc. ERIC ROKKE Rokke Construction

CASEY BECKERLEG CARL BLANK BRAD MORRIS ANDY NELSON BOB KOCHMANN

CARLITA DIETZ Jay Dietz (HBA Liaison) Construction, Inc.

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

Home Builders Care Build

This year we are kicking off the Home Builders Care Build for Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity. The build will be at 902 27th St. N. in Fargo and we are working with LAHFH to finalize the house plan. You can support this project through cash donations or provide materials and labor to complete the home. The build will take place this summer and we will be getting a specific list of needs soon. Start thinking now about what you can contribute to this project.

Local Student Chapters

January and February are always big months for our local student chapters with the Residential Construction Management Competition at the International Builders Show. Minnesota State University Moorhead, North Dakota State College of Science and North Dakota State University are all working hard on their presentations and will be traveling to Orlando in February to compete with schools from across the country. If you are planning on attending IBS, try to fit watching a few presentations into your schedule. The school’s schedule is available on the IBS website, www.buildershow.com.

Support your Foundation

Home Builders Care has many ways for HBA members to support the Foundation. I challenge you to choose at least one way to contribute to HBC this year. • Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs. You can even give online using your credit card. Just click on the Donate button of the HBC’s website homepage. One of my favorites is the Triple Player which was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues, invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care. • Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online. Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support. Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back. • Take your aluminum, magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care. • Host us at any public or networking event you organize. We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money. • Plan on supporting the HBA/HBC Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity build that will be taking place this summer. We will be needing materials, labor and cash to make this project successful. Watch the Plains Builder and your email for more information on how you can support the build. • Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2012 session. For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers. • Volunteer at the Health Tech & Trades Career Expo. You can see highlights from the 2011 Expo on pages 30-31. We always need people to represent our industry. Start planning an interactive booth now!

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courthouse. When completed, this facility will house muchneeded space for general government operations, criminal court and inmate holding. During my tenure in office, Cass County has opened a new jail, jail addition, vector control facilities, and highway office expansion.

What do you see as the future issues facing the county? The first issue is the continued pursuit of permanent flood control. Local officials are awaiting the signing of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Chief’s report to be submitted to Congress for authorization and funding. The project will protect over $9 billion in property and protect the regional economy that generates over $4.3 billion in wages annually. Secondly, the pending June 12 vote on Measure 2. Measure 2 is the property tax elimination measure that

would, in effect, transfer most local government budget authority to the state. It is estimated that this loss of property tax would cost $1.7 billion per biennium to replace statewide. Currently property tax in Cass County generates $215 million annually that helps to fund schools, counties, cities, park districts and townships. It has been estimated that to replace property tax statewide, the state would have to triple state income tax or double state sales tax to raise the revenue lost by property tax elimination. Is there anything you would like to see the HBA do more of to help address these issues? As a long-time public official, I’ve appreciated the commitment that the Home Builders Association has made to take an active role on issues of importance to our local communities. I would encourage the Home Builders Association to continue its commitment in playing an active role in issues that are vital to the future of our community.

Framework for the Future

Framework for the Future is HBC’s long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving, support additional projects and provide for endowment growth. HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community.

Triple Players

Red River Electric, Inc. Simonson Lumber Stahl Architects and Builders

Terry Becker Terry Becker Construction, LLC Toby Christensen Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr., Inc. Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings, Inc. John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. John Koerselman Red River Drywall & Painting Services, Inc. Tyrone Leslie Heritage Homes Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction, Inc.

Bronze Donors

(Triple players pay HBA dues and give $365 to both NDAB-PAC and HBC)

Builders Club Members (Those who have pledged $500 per year for 5 years)

John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction, Inc. Dan Parrow ISR Homes Red River Electric, Inc.

Silver Donors ($500 - $1,999):

Terry Becker Terry Becker Construction, LLC Toby Christensen Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr., Inc. Dietrich Homes Fargo Force Hockey Club Ferguson Bath, Kitchen, & Lighting Showroom John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc. Tyrone Leslie Heritage Homes Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction, Inc. Dan Parrow ISR Homes

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($1 - $499):

Andrew Alsop, Acme Investment Company Stan Andvik, Andvik Enterprises Casey Anderson, Casey Construction Chuck Anderson, ARC Appraisals Dave Anderson, Dave Anderson Construction Mike Anderson, Bierschbach Equipment & Supply Pete Anderson, Anderson Hardwood Floors LLC David Asplin, Asplin Excavating, Sand & Gravel, Inc. Brent Atkins, Minnkota Windows, Inc. Terry Bladholm, Bladholm Brothers George Blank, Structural Materials, Inc. Gary Bloom, Paul Davis Restoration & Remodeling of the Red River Valley Tom Boyle, D & M Industries, Inc. Doug Bruer, Bruer Construction Greg Burchill, Enterprise Sales Company Kade Bussinger, Network Cabling Services, Inc. Mike Carlson, Dakota Exteriors Jason Carpenter, Carpco. Inc. Carpet World Hal Dickelman, D & U Construction, Inc. Carlita Dietz, Jay Dietz Construction, Inc. David Dietz, Preference Personnel Dan Doeden, Alerus Financial Jason Eid, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc. Jeff Ellenson, Ellenson Caulking, LLC Zac Fluto, Premium Decks Four Points Logistics Todd Funfar, DECKMASTERS Dallas Gjestvang, Dig Em, Inc. Mike Graff Aaron Greterman, Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead Hanson Bros., Inc. Monica Hart, Monica Hart Interior Design, Inc. Dennis Hegel, Brock White Co. Harlan Herberholz, Dream Homes LLC Ryan Hoss, Baker Nursery Gardens Kirby Kassenborg, Kassenborg Construction, Inc. Knife River Materials

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Paul Krabbenhoft, Gateway Homes of Fargo-Moorhead, LLC Cindy Kummeth, Jeff’s Plumbing & Drain Cleaning, Inc. John Lien, GOLDMARK Property Management Sylvia Lunski, Design Direction, Inc. Shanna McArthur, Business Resource Group Inc. Chad Maloy, Gate City Bank Dave Meyer, Dave Meyer Construction Midwest Concrete Pumping LLC Jerry & Jackie Migler Moorhead Community & Technical College Foundation Jim Morken, North American Building Solutions LLC Brad Morris, Casselton Lumber, Inc. Todd Nankivel, Gate City Bank Paul Nelson, Nelson Homes, Inc. Ron Nelson Kelly Nystrom, Butler Machinery Company Chad Ohnstad, All Finish Concrete, Inc. Kris Olson, Professional Interiors Inc. Gary Ostrom, Ostrom’s Hardware, Inc. Bob Pearson, RE/MAX Realty 1 Chris Peterson Jason Plecity, Plecity Kowalski Construction, Inc. Nicole Plecity, Gate City Bank Greg Raun, Raun Technologies, Inc. Roers’ Construction and Development, Inc. Eric Rokke, Rokke Construction Marcus Roman, Floor To Ceiling Carpet One Lynn Scheck, Armstrong Construction & Precast Products, Inc. Randy Schneibel, Designer Tops Inc. Rod Shafer, Arctic Audio Sig Olson & Sons Plastering, Inc. in memory of Don Engebretson Terry Skjerseth, Pifer Auction & Realty - Terry Skjerseth, Realtor John Sliper, Price-Rite Home Improvements, Inc. Brian Sperle, Sperle Masonry, Inc. Nancy Stotten, Border States Paving, Inc. Jeff Swenson, Twin City Garage Door John Vastag, Perfect Temp Lee Wegner, ABC Seamless Mark Wentz, Red River Electric, Inc. Charlie Zach, Zach Construction

Health Tech & Trades Career Expo recap by Jenny Erickson, Development & Project Coordinator

The ninth annual Health Tech & Trades Career Expo took place Dec. 8 and was a great success. Over 2,200 students from 30 area schools attended and were able to experience a multitude of careers. Over 71 companies were represented at the Expo and had interactive booths. Students were Students from area schools learn about a variety of careers from companies able to try out like United Blood Services and Dakota welding, use a Construction of Fargo. crane, find DNA in strawberries, start IV lines on medical dummies, review x-rays and much more! The construction industry was well represented at the event. Thanks to Baker Nursery Gardens, Camrud-Foss

Concrete Constr. Inc., Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc., Dave Anderson Construction, Focal Point Kitchens, Heritage Homes, Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc., Midwest Concrete Pumping, M State – Carpentry Program, Bryce Vanderwerff, Red River Electric, Network Cabling Inc., watches over a student at the Services, Inc., Opatril Career Expo. Around 2,200 students got Concrete and Red to explore over 71 company booths. River Electric, Inc. for representing the building industry at the event. See the next page for a list of exhibitors and volunteers.

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Northland Community & Technical College - Aviation & UAS Maintenance Baker Nursery Gardens Opatril Concrete Construction, Inc. Bismarck State College - Energy Careers Radio Fargo-Moorhead Bob 95 & Y94 Butler Machinery Rasmussen College Camrud Foss Concrete Constr., Inc. RDO Equipment Co. Case New Holland (CNH) Red River Electric, Inc. Cass County Sheriff’s Office Rural MN CEP, Inc. Caterpillar Reman Drivetrain LLC Sanford Health Central MN/ Eastern ND Area Health Sanford Life Flight Education Center Titan Machinery Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. Trail King Industries Dave Anderson Construction U.S. Army & Army Reserve Essentia Health UND Aerospace Fargo Fire Department United Blood Services Fargo Jet Center Wanzek Construction F-M Ambulance Service Focal Point Kitchens General Equipment & Supplies Gold Sponsors Heritage Homes Associated General Contractors of ND Home Builders Association of FargoCase New Holland (CNH) Moorhead Essentia Health Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead The Forum Foundation Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Industrial Builders, Inc. Foundation Job Service ND Industrial Builders, Inc. Junior Achievement of the Upper Midwest Minnesota State Community & Technical Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc. College Lake Region State College - Accounting/ North Dakota State College of Science Office Management RDO Equipment Co. Lake Region State College - Fitness Sanford Health Trainer Technician South East Education Cooperative Lake Region State College - Nursing Wanzek Construction Lake Region State College - Wind Energy Technician Silver Sponsors Lake Region State Collge - Information Butler Machinery Technology Dixon Insurance/Midnite Express Inc. Lynnes Welding Training Inc. Fargo Jet Center Minnesota State Community & Technical General Equipment & Supplies College (M State) Greater Fargo-Moorhead EDC M State - Automotive Technology Lake Region State College M State - Biotechnology Lynnes Welding Training M State - Carpentry M State - Computer and Network Security Titan Machinery Trail King Industries M State - Computer and Network United Blood Services Technology M State - Cosmetology Hospitality Sponsors M State - Criminal Justice Fargo Public Schools M State - Diesel Equipment Technology FM Water Systems - Kinetico M State - Garden Center Technology Subway Midnite Express Inc./ Dixon Insurance Midwest Concrete Pumping Minnesota School of Business ND Career & Technical Education North Dakota State College of Science (NDSCS) NDSCS - Fargo NDSCS - Allied Health NDSCS - Culinary Arts NDSCS - Diesel NDSCS - Electrical NDSCS - Math and Science NDSCS - Mechanical Systems (HVAC/Plumbing) Above: Toby Christensen, NDSCS - Nanoscience Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr. NDSCS - Welding/Machine Inc., was one of several HBA Tooling/Manufacturing members who represented the NDSU College of Pharmacy, construction industry at the Nursing & Allied Health Expo. Right: Students get to NDSU Veterinary Technology experience what a career in Network Cabling Services

Exhibitors:

Volunteers:

Special thanks to the following people for helping out at the HBA/ HBC booth during the Health Tech & Trades Career Expo: • Dave Anderson, Dave Anderson Construction • Brent Atkins, Minnkota Windows • Carlita Dietz, Jay Dietz Construction, Inc. • Darrick Guthmiller, Kochmann Brothers Homes. Inc. • John Gunkelman, Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. • Stephanie Lindemann, Heritage Homes • Chase Griesbach • Darrin Mulcahy, Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. The following HBA members worked side-by-side with competitors to create booths that represent their industry. Thank you for collaborating on this effort to promote our industry to students: • Chris Bourassa, Midwest Concrete Pumping, LLC • Kade Bussinger, Network Cabling Services • Toby Christensen, Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr. Inc. • Paul Finn, Red River Electric, Inc. • Joey Johnson, Red River Electric, Inc. • Mike Lorenz, Opatril Concrete Construction, Inc. • Brady Neros, Focal Point Kitchens • Scott Persoon, Camrud-Foss Concrete Construction, Inc. • Don Smith, Midwest Concrete Pumping, LLC • Justin Stevens, Focal Point Kitchens • Mike Stotts, Opatril Concrete Construction, Inc. • Bryce Vanderwerff, Red River Electric, Inc. • Mark Wentz, Red River Electric, Inc.

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Members get more for dues dollars in today’s economy by Bryce Johnson, Executive Vice President

Your HBA of F-M wants to work with you to get through these difficult economic times. We don’t need to tell you that times are tough – the media is doing a good job of that already. We are continuing to work with you through these challenging times so members get Bryce Johnson the most value for their dollar. If you HBA of F-M executive vice have any concerns, do not hesitate to president email or call the HBA office. We at the HBA, just as in your own businesses, must adapt to the market. We need to find ways to be leaner, more effective, and we must communicate better than ever before. With that in mind, everything we do at the HBA – every publication, every activity, every event – is being evaluated to be sure that we are fully representing and supporting the Builders and Associates in our community. Rest assured, we will continue to work to make sure the investment you make in us is worth every hard-earned dollar. We will continue to fight the seemingly neverending regulatory battles and negative media and provide you with opportunities to make your business stronger. If there was ever a time to be a member of the HBA, it is now. You are getting more for you dollar than ever before. The HBA of F-M’s total membership dues is currently $450. As a member of the local HBA, you also are a member of the National Association of Home Builders and the North Dakota Association of Builders. That’s a 3-in-1 membership designed to benefit you, the member. Visit www.hbafm.com to check out your local Association offers, www.ndbuild.com for the state Association and www.nahb.org for the national Association. The HBA also has a strong relationship with the Builders Association of Minnesota and continues to support the work they do for the industy. Visit www. bamn.org for more information.

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33rd Annual Industry Auction by Amy Berg, CIT, NAWIC Chapter Member

On Nov. 17 the Fargo-Moorhead chapter held the 33rd Annual Industry Auction to raise money for the Construction Industry Programs that introduce the youth of the area to the construction industry, as well as support local students enrolled in construction industry courses at local colleges and universities, by providing scholarships. The following students were recognized as our 2011 recipients: • • •

$500 – Wendy Sorenson; sophomore in architecture at Minnesota State Community and Technical College in Detroit Lakes. $250 – Megan Lee; junior in civil engineering at North Dakota State University. $250 – Nathan Todd; sophomore in civil engineering at NDSU.

Congratulations to each of them and good luck in their future careers in the construction industry. The chapter officers for the 2011-2012 year were installed: • • • • •

President – Onie Loeks, Dakota Supply Group Immediate Past President – Dawn Wiedewitsch Sazama, Tomboy Tools Secretary – Angie Boisjolie, Ultieg Engineers Treasurer – Amy Berg, CBT, CIT, Innovative Window and Door Service, LLC Board Members – Lynn Madaus, Brock White Co. and Laura McKown, Advance NDT, Inc.

The ceremony was performed by former member Carrie Bertsch Vetter. Members not in attendance were: Suzi Retzlaff, Empire Engineering (vice president); Dawn Schmitt, Braaten Cabinets; and Elise Siverson, Eide Bailly. NAWIC, along with the NAWIC Education Foundation (NEF), sponsor programs and competitions to foster and promote construction as a viable career choice among students from grade school to high school level. To learn more about NAWIC, NEF and the NAWIC Founders Scholarship Foundation (NFSF) visit www.nawic.org or contact Amy Berg at (218) 234-6633 or aberg.nawic@ yahoo.com.

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Thank You 2011 PAC Contributors HBA of F-M raises $20K

Your commitment to the industry in which you work is honorable and unmatched. The Association’s advocacy program is two-pronged. The first comes in the form of being a voice on behalf of the industry in favor of legislation and regulations that are beneficial to the building industry. The other prong of advocacy is the North Dakota Association of Builder’s Political Action Committee.

What is NDAB-PAC?

NDAB-PAC is the North Dakota Association of Builders’ Political Action Committee. It is a non-partisan political action committee that provides support for candidates who are friends of the building industry. People who show they care and are concerned about the building industry’s future make contributions to NDAB-PAC because they believe that cooperation equals strength. Contact Rocky at (701) 232-5846 or rocky@hbafm.com for details.

$20+

Marshal Albright, Cass County Electric Cooperative Annette Ambuehl, BW Insurance Agency, Inc. Jim Anderson, Lamperts Lumber Tom Bevins, Ferguson Bath, Kitchen, & Lighting Showroom Scott Breidenbach, Park Co. Realtors John Brendel, Crane Johnson Lumber Company, Kade Bussinger, Network Cabling Services, Inc. Jason Carpenter, Carpco Inc. Kevin Christianson, Property Resources Group Carlita Dietz, Jay Dietz Construction, Inc. Gerald Eid, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc. Kyle Eid, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc. Lynn Fundingsland, Fargo Housing and Redevelopment Authority Aaron Greterman, Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead Monica Hart, Monica Hart Interior Design, Inc. Bruce Johnson, RE/MAX Realty 1 Cheyenne Jundt, Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead Chuck Klabo, BW Insurance Agency, Inc. Jay Kleingartner, Dawson Insurance John Knossala, Prudential Premier Real Estate Ben Koppelman, Basement Technologies of North Dakota, Inc. Corey Krueger, Krueger Construction, Inc. Nick Meyer, Thomsen Homes, LLC John Nitzskorski, Nitz Masonry Erik Opdahl, TCI Insurance Jaeden Pederson, ABC Seamless Matt Pobst, Dan Lindquist Construction, Inc. Jeff Schmidt, CabinetMakers, Inc. Jeff Shipley, Keller Williams Roers Realty Paula Simley, Paula Rae Homes & Gardens, Inc. Rick Simonson, Simonson Lumber Peter Stenehjem, First International Bank & Trust Joe Straus, First International Bank & Trust Jim Thompson, Eide Bailly LLP Phil Trebnick, Edgewood Village of Fargo Darin Trites, TRN Abstract & Title Dean Vetter, TCI Insurance

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$2,500

Tyrone Leslie, Heritage Homes

$1,000

Dan Lindquist, Dan Lindquist Construction, Inc. Dave Asplin, Asplin Excavating, Sand & Gravel, Inc. Don Dabbert Jr., Dabbert Custom Homes Jason Eid, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc. John Gunkelman, Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. John Koerselman, Red River Drywall & Painting Services, Inc. Ken Krajsa, State Bank & Trust Mike Arnold, Accent Contracting Nancy Kelly, Heartland Labor Robert Leslie, Jr., Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead

$500

Dan Armbrust, Dawson Insurance Jeff Swenson, Twin City Garage Door, Inc.

$365

Bryce Johnson, HBA of F-M Harry Gilbertson, Harry Gilbertson Construction Rob Lyngstad, Matrix Properties Corporation Rod Paseka, Hebron Brick Supply Stan Birky, Stan Birky Construction, Inc. Terry Becker, Terry Becker Construction, LLC Toby Christensen, Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr. Inc.

$100+

Krista Andrews, Anderson Bottrell, Sanden & Thompson Brent Atkins, Minnkota Windows, Inc. Pat Bellmore, Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND Bill Blixt, Western Products, Inc. Dave Branson, Edina Realty Terry Cullen, Cullen Insulation, Inc. Darrick Guthmiller, Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc. Chuck Helmstetter, Property Resources Group Bob Kochmann, Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc. Paul Kochmann, Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc. Paul Lindemann, Lindemann Finish Carpentry, Inc. Sylvia Lunski, Design Direction, Inc. Nancy Michelsen, Vivid Interiors, LLC Roger Olson, Sig Olson & Son’s Plastering, Inc. Deb Pierce, Northland Truss Systems, Inc. Sheldon Poss, Poss Custom Cabinets, Inc. Reed Stigen, Home Heating, Plumbing & A/C, Inc. Greg Thompson, Anderson, Bottrell, Sanden & Thompson John Vastag, Perfect Temp Mark Voxland, City of Moorhead Tony Watterud, Crane Johnson Lumber Company Lisa Wheeler, The Title Company

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Committee Briefs Education

This committee develops education programs for the Association. It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing. The committee’s purpose is to assist the development, professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industry.

• The committee has planned the 2012 Minnesota contractor, electrical contractor and power limited technician continuing education classes. MN CE will be Jan. 18 and Feb. 1. Electrical will be Jan. 13 and PLT will be March 9. • The North Dakota Association of Builders will offer a Lunch & Learn class on radon-resistant building through all local Associations Jan. 11. • A Lunch & Learn will be offered Jan. 24 on tips for trade show and Parade of Homes success by Jodee Bock of Keller Williams Roers Realty and Bock’s Office. Next Meeting: 8 a.m., Jan. 10

Events Committee

This committee handles programming and entertainment for the General Membership Meetings, and coordinates the annual HBA Golf Outing and the Home & Garden Show. Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for the coordination as well as logistics during each of these events.

• Jan. 5 GMM Luncheon at the Holiday Inn – 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. 2012 Board of Directors Installation, Extra Mile Award and PAC recognition and fundraiser for Home Builders Care Build for Habitat for Humanity coming up in summer 2012. • 2012 RRV Home & Garden Show Feb. 24-26. Featured speaker: HGTV John Gidding, Curb Appeal and William Moss, Dig In. Next meeting: 8:15 a.m., Jan. 13

New Member Development & Retention Committee

This combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and welcoming new members, and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership. It explores reasosn why members join and leave, is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis.

• The membership status as of Oct. 31 is 815 members, 218 builders, 580 associates and a retention rate of 91.7 percent. Past due accounts were reviewed and assigned. November call results were reviewed, and December calls were assigned (calls are made 60-90 days prior to member renewal date). The number of renewals in 2011 is 528. New prospects were assigned. Committee members will be contacting those leads and reporting back to staff. • The committee’s 2011 goal was to recruit 65 new members (22 Builders and 43 Associates) with a retention rate goal of 93 percent. After the December board meeting we recruited 57 new members and had a retention rate of 91.7 percent, so missed the goal slightly. 2012 goals have been set at 50 new members (15 Builders and 35 Associates) with a retention rate of 91

percent. Please notify Jennifer if you have any leads. Also our New Member Development & Retention Committee members are actively looking for members to join our recruitment and retention efforts. Let Jennifer now if you would be interested in checking out a meeting. Next meeting: Noon, Jan. 16

Parade of Homes:

A “Parade of Homes” is designed to promote HBA builder members to consumers. It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for bulder members. This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall Parade.

• Spring Parade of Homes dates are set for April 28 – May 6. The Parade of Homes judging taskforce has been collecting info from Parade Builders to help decide whether or not to continue the judging and Horizon Awards. • The Fall Parade of Homes will run Sept. 8-9 and 15-16, 2012. • The Remodeled Home Tour will run ONE WEEKEND ONLY, Sept. 15-16 (the second weekend of the Fall Parade). A postcard was mailed to various members who may be interested in entering a project. Next Meeting: 3:30 p.m., Jan. 23

Public Issues

The public issues committee is responsible for keeping tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issues.

• A task force has been established to review the infrastructure requirements in the city of Moorhead. The group has commented on the cost analysis provided by the city and is now waiting for the city to meet. The purpose of the group’s recommendations is to ultimately reduce infrastructure costs. • The HBA has been reviewing the tree preservation ordinance created by the city of Fargo and is working with a group of city staff to help formulate the draft. The draft has been through a dozen rewrites as more information is gathered, discussed, and put through real world examples. The final ordinance will be submitted to the city commission in the coming months. • The city of Fargo has passed river setbacks so there will be no building allowed within 450 of the center line of the river. The official ordinance is still being worked on. The committee is discussing whether there should be variation on distance based on different rivers. Also, the HBA has been in conversations on what the setbacks should be along drains and how the city should handle the increase in base flood elevations, which are expected to put much of Fargo into the 100-yr floodplain. Next meeting: 11:30 a.m., Jan. 24

PAC

This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Builders’ political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builder’s political action committee (BUILD-PAC). It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final

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vote on distribution of PAC funds the Association distributes to local candidates running for office.

Total PAC fundraising for 2011 is over $20,000: make your contribution today! See page 33 for a list of contributors. Next meeting: 12:30 p.m., Jan. 24

Remodelers Council

This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership. It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show.

• The HBA, HBC and Remodelers Council are partnering up with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity for the Home Builders Care Build in summer of 2012. At this point, cash donations are being accepted but materials will also be needed closer to build time. We request that the materials donated are basic due to Habitat’s building guidelines. The mortgage for the family is determined by what goes into the home. Thanks for considering and more information will be coming. • The Council reviewed items for the Fall Home Show and is currently looking at dates. The show will be held at the Fargo Civic Center for 2012. • A Remodeled Home Tour is in the works for 2012. This tour is to spotlight what can be done by simply remodeling rather than building new. It will be in conjunction with the Fall Parade of Homes and ONLY be held on the second weekend due to the homeowners needing to have their homes open to the public. Watch for updates in the newsletter and Parade publications. Next Meeting: 8 a.m., Jan 19

2012 Committe Chairs, Vice Chairs Education

Chair: John Rogalla, Stenerson Lumber Vice Chair: Larry Mayer, Solution Design, Inc.

Events

Chair: Jessica Grondahl, Nodak Stores Vice Chair: Diana Stead, Stone Holding Company

New Member Development & Membership Retention

Chair: Peter Johnson, CornerStone Bank Vice Chair: Bryce Vanderwerff, Red River Electric, Inc.

PAC

Tyrone Leslie, Heritage Homes - Chair

Parade of Homes

Chair: Robin Swanson, Superior Insurance Vice Chair: Valerie Fiske, Park Co. Realtors

Public Issues

Chair: Bob Kochmann, Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc. Vice Chair: Paul Lindemann, Lindemann Finish Carpentry, Inc.

Remodelers Council

Dan Beecher, Foam DR’s LLC - Chair Ursula Hegvick, Smart Spaces, Inc. - Vice Chair

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January

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.) Years Company Name Years Company Name All Finish Concrete, Inc................................................................... 5 Anderson, Bottrell, Sanden & Thompson..................................... 17 Baird Construction Inc.................................................................. 22 Big Tree Nursery........................................................................... 18 BlackRidgeBANK............................................................................ 5 Bob Footitt Construction, Inc........................................................ 32 Braaten Cabinets Inc.................................................................... 27 Carpet Mill Club............................................................................ 20 Central Door & Hardware Inc.......................................................... 8 Clark’s Excavating & Septic Pumping........................................... 26 Corwin Appraisal Inc..................................................................... 17 Custom Cinema & Sound, LLC...................................................... 7 D & M Industries, Inc.................................................................... 28 D.J.’s Plumbing & Heating Inc....................................................... 10 Dakota Supply Group................................................................... 44 Dakota Tube & Steel..................................................................... 17 David L. Vandrovec....................................................................... 13 Delaney Homes, Inc....................................................................... 7 FM Builders Exchange................................................................... 1 Frolov Brothers, Inc......................................................................... 7 Full Circle Construction Services, Inc............................................. 8 Gemstone Masonry Operating Company Inc................................. 2 Goodin Company.......................................................................... 13 Green River Country LLP............................................................. 19 Ham Construction Inc..................................................................... 1 Hanson’s Plumbing & Heating........................................................ 5 Hintz Fire Equipment, Inc............................................................. 24 Integrity Windows & Doors........................................................... 14 Interior Affairs................................................................................. 1 Ira’s Custom Cabinets, Inc............................................................ 29 Johnson & Johnson Insurance Agency, LLC.................................. 3 J-R Remodeling, Inc....................................................................... 4

Knife River Material...................................................................... 39 Knight Printing.............................................................................. 24 Lake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity............................................... 6 Laser Systems Security.................................................................. 5 Midland Garage Door, Mfg. Co..................................................... 24 Noonan Enterprises, Inc............................................................... 12 Northern Title.................................................................................. 5 Northwestern Bank N.A.................................................................. 8 Nvision Building and Remodeling................................................... 3 Opp Construction......................................................................... 21 Paul Davis Restoration & Remodeling of the Red River Valley...... 6 Pierce, Inc..................................................................................... 42 Prairie Supply, Inc........................................................................... 9 Precision Drafting & Design LLC.................................................... 8 Precision Plumbing, Electric, Heating & Cooling, Inc..................... 8 Prudential Premier Real Estate - DeAnne Mason, Realtor............ 4 RE/MAX Realty 1.......................................................................... 21 Rivers Edge Construction............................................................... 1 Rusco Window Company............................................................. 49 Sheyenne Concrete LLC................................................................ 1 Showplace Kitchens....................................................................... 5 Stained Glass Overlay of the Red River Valley............................... 9 Starion Financial............................................................................. 3 Strand Floor Coverings................................................................... 2 Studs to Rugs, Inc.......................................................................... 3 Terry Welle Construction Inc......................................................... 55 The Home Depot............................................................................ 9 The Real Estate Book................................................................... 17 Tubs of Fun! The Family Recreation Superstore!......................... 16 Wendt Construction, Inc............................................................... 35 Wilson Investments, LLC................................................................ 8 Zook - Christianson, Inc................................................................ 18

2012 Plains Builder

January

HBA of F-M New

Member Report

Turn Key Construction, Inc. Builder, Residential

2012 Membership Drive Contenders (November 2011 - October 2012)

Cody Abbott 555 40th St S #142 Fargo, ND 58103 (701) 799-0070 Sponsor: Drew Likness Chase Realty

The members below have kicked off 2012 with great recruitment efforts. Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov. 1, 2011, and Oct. 31, 2012, will be placed into a drawing for prizes given away at the 2012 November GMM.

Sculpture by Design Interior Design & Decorating Brenda Thibodo 4115 12th Ave SW Pine River, MN 56474 (218) 232-0372 Sponsor: Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath, Kitchen, & Lighting Showroom

Do you know someone who would make a great HBA of F-M member? Contact Jennifer at (701) 232-5846 or jennifer@ hbafm.com with any new member leads! NDAB meeting con’t from pg 11

this flawed attempt to alter the state constitution is not the method to take to work on the problem. If the measure were to pass, it would create a number of immediate problems causing instability across the state. To start, the measure’s faulty language would make the action retroactive to the first of the year. Hundreds of governmental jurisdictions, including cities, counties and school boards, working off of budgets, would find themselves without a means to cover expenses of the last six months. Possibly the most chilling factor to take place, if this measure passes, would be the loss of local control. Locally elected city and county commissioners, along with school board members, who have been charged by their constituents to listen to their neighbors and create budgets to meet their needs, would have their work nullified. Budgets would now have to be funneled and approved by state legislators who already have other responsibilities and are limited to the number of days it can work by the constitution. This loss in local control would be bad for the state and would be irreversible due to the constitutional alterations of this measure. NDAB and the HBA of F-M urge you to vote NO June 12, on Measure #2

January

Name, Company

# recruited

Jeremy Gregorie Bert’s Truck Equipment of Moorhead, Inc........1 Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND..........................1 Deanna Wierima Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND..........................1 Drew Likness Chase Realty...................................................2 Don Dabbert, Jr. Dabbert Custom Homes..................................1 David Currier Dakota Fence..................................................1 Tony Swartz Diamond Vogel Paints......................................1 Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath, Kitchen, & Lighting Showroom...1 Nancy Kelly Heartland Labor...............................................1 Paul Kochmann Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc......................1 Greg Krueger Krueger Construction, Inc................................1 Bruce Johnson RE/MAX Realty 1.............................................1 Phil Stahl Stahl Architects & Builders..............................1 Stan Birky Stan Birky Construction, Inc............................2

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

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Plains Builder

Guess Who Revealed!

Guess Who! is a feature every month. We will run a childhood photo of an HBA board member, HBC trustee, Health Plan Trustee, committee chairperson or staff member.

December’s Guess Who! Hints: • Was terrified of dogs as a child, but now owns a beagle. • Proud to be a MSUM Dragon. • Has served on two HBA committees. • Her employer will “floor” you. • Has a pasion for the Parade!

Answer:

Elizabeth Blatchford Floor Coverings International

Winner:

Neil Graf Advantage Realtors, Inc.

Advertiser Index

ABC Seamless.............................................................7 ACME TOOLS............................................................17 Aggregate Industries..................................................23 Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND.....................................21 Butler Machinery Co...................................................19 BW Insurance Agency................................................22 Camrud-Foss Concrete..............................................19 Carpet World..............................................................22 Cass County Abstract Co...........................................20 Cass County Electric Cooperative..............................21 Coldwell Banker............................................................7 Crane Johnson Lumber Co........................................38 Dakota Gypsum..........................................................19 Dawson Insurance......................................................30 Goodin Company........................................................39 Hauck & Buchholz Drywall, Inc.....................................7 Knight Printing..............................................................7 Lamperts Yards...........................................................15 Mid-States Truss.........................................................38 Minnkota Windows, Inc.................................................2 Nodak Stores..............................................................19 Northland Truss Systems............................................30 Property Resources Group.........................................36 Rigels, Inc...................................................................35 State Bank & Trust......................................................20 Stenerson Lumber......................................................21 The Title Company.....................................................20 Western Products, Inc..................................................7 Xcel Energy..................................................................3

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Education Opportunities Unless otherwise noted in individual listings:

Classes are held at HBA of F-M, 1802 32nd Ave. S. in Fargo. Contact (701) 232-5846 or kirsten@hbafm.com to register.

January 11

January 18 and February 1 (Two date options!)

• 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. • Cost: $10 (includes lunch) • The North Dakota Department of Health will hold a 90-minute webinar to encourage radon-resistant building in new construction.

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NDAB Lunch & Learn: Radon Webinar

January 13

Electrical Contractor Continuing Education

• 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. • Member cost: $65, Non-member cost: $90 (includes lunch) • Skills & Technology Training Center, 1305 19th Ave. N., Fargo • Class title is “2011 NEC Rules for Motors, Transformers, and Taps.” Questions and discussion are encouraged throughout. The seminar is approved by both the Minnesota and North Dakota State Electrical Boards. Taught by Tim Pull, instructor at North Dakota State College of Science for 25 years in the electrical department, who has a master electrician license for Minnesota and North Dakota. He has done more than 100 NEC classes through the outreach and customized training division of NDSCS. Sponsored by:

Minnesota Contractor Continuing Education

8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Sponsored by: Member cost: $95, Nonmember cost: $140 (includes lunch) • Butler Machinery Training Facility, 3401 33rd St. S., Fargo • Class is pending approval with the Minnesota Department of Labor & Industry to satisfy seven hours of Minnesota contractor continuing education credits including one hour of energy. Topics include Minnesota building code issues by Moorhead Building Official Kurt Wenzel and a variety of industry topics: building a safe stair system; ventilation; siding installation; engineered tall walls and light-gauge steel beams. January 24

Lunch & Learn “Take Your Home Show Booth or Parade Home Over the Top in 2012” • • •

11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Cost: $10 (includes lunch) Jodee Bock, of Keller Williams Roers Realty and Bock’s Office, will discuss how to get the most from your Home & Garden Show and Parade of Homes experience. Brush up on trade show basics, learn some new sales techniques for that “face-to-face” environment, and discuss ways to make your product stand apart from the competition. Bring questions!

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‘Chilly’ Cook-Off!

Get rid of those winter chills and join the HBA of F-M in its 3rd annual chili cook-off! 5 p.m. Feb. 9 Fabricators Unlimited

828 NP Ave. N., Fargo

$20 per team

*Team members will not pay GMM fee.

rules and guidelines:

Win the People’s Choice award and receive a grand prize from GMM sponsor, valued at over $100!

7. All attendees will receive two drink tickets. You may also bring your own beverage, but no glass please! 8. All attendees will be provided with judging criteria and will be allowed to vote for the People’s Choice award. 9. Dress is very casual – blue jeans and baseball caps allowed. 10. Contact Alison at (701) 232-5846 or alison@ hbafm.com by Feb. 7 to enter your chili and teammates. FINAL RULE: All teams MUST PROMISE TO HAVE FUN, enjoy some friendly competition and eat as much food as possible.

Just want to taste? Cost: $12 pre-registered *by 4 p.m. Feb. 7

$20 at the door

Team Registration Company:__________________________________ Chili Name: ________________________________ Team Captain: _ _____________________________ Team Members:_ ____________________________ __________________________________________ Telephone: _________________________________ Register by Feb. 7. Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received 24 hours before event. Return form to: HBA of F-M • 1802 32nd Ave S. Fargo, ND 58103 • P (701) 232-5846 • F (701) 280-1108.

Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead presents

Electrical Contractor Continuing Education Thank you sponsors!

Satisfies continuing education requirements for electricians in North Dakota and Minnesota. Class Topic: 2011 NEC® Rules for Motors, Transformers, and Taps. Attend this year’s electrical continuing education course to find out the answers to questions like: • • • •

What are the advantages and disadvantages of autotransformers? What does the NEC® mean by “a tap?” What does the “2.5% Z” on a transformer nameplate mean? What is meant by “additive polarity” as it applies to transformers?

In addition to the NEC® rules for transformers, motors, and taps this course will review all the various transformer and motor connections; included is single phase, three phase and autotransformer connections plus the benefits of taking advantage of the tap rules the NEC® allows. About the instructor: Tim Pull, instructor at North Dakota State College of Science for over 25 years in the electrical department, has a master electricians license for Minnesota and North Dakota. He has done more than 100 NEC® classes through the outreach and customized training division of NDSCS.

Fulfills 8 hours of CODE continuing education!

WHEN:

8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Jan. 13, 2012

WHERE:

Skills & Technology Training Center 1305 19th Ave N, Fargo

Return form to:

HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo, ND 58103 (701) 232-5846 (701) 280-1108 fax info@hbafm.com www.hbafm.com

High quality education

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January 13, 2012 Electrical Continuing Education Registration NAME_ _______________________________ License # (MN/ND/SD) ____________________________ NAME_ _______________________________ License # (MN/ND/SD) ____________________________ NAME_ _______________________________ License # (MN/ND/SD) ____________________________ NAME_ _______________________________ License # (MN/ND/SD) ____________________________ HBA Members: Full day (includes lunch): $65 Non-Members: Full day (includes lunch): $90 COMPANY____________________________________________PHONE__________________________ FAX________________________EMAIL____________________________________________________ ADDRESS____________________________________________________________________________ CITY_ _____________________________ STATE_______________________ ZIP__________________ Please use my credit card (circle one): Visa/Mastercard #________________________________________________________ Exp.___________________ VIN (3 digits on back) ________________ Registration must be pre-paid and received at least 24 hours in advance of the class. Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received 24 hours before the class.

Power Limited Technician

Offered by Home Builder Association of Fargo-Moorhead

Continuing Education March 9, 2012 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Class fulfills 8 hours of CODE!

Skills & Technology Training Center 1305 19th Ave. N., Fargo

Topics This 8 hour session covers: • Understanding Class 1, Class 2 and Class 3 Remote-Control, Signaling and Power Limited Circuits • Communications Systems • Wiring Methods • Minnesota Requirements for PLTs and Basic Electrical Theory Review About the instructor: Tim Pull, instructor at North Dakota State College of Science for over 25 years in the electrical department, has a master electrician’s license for Minnesota and North Dakota. He has done more than 100 NEC classes through the outreach and customized training division of NDSCS.

REGISTER NOW! Power Limited Technician Continuing Education NAME_ _______________________________ NAME_ _______________________________ NAME_ _______________________________

HBA Members: Full day (includes lunch): $75 Non-Members: Full day (includes lunch): $100

COMPANY____________________________________________PHONE__________________________ FAX________________________EMAIL____________________________________________________ ADDRESS____________________________________________________________________________ CITY_ _____________________________ STATE_______________________ ZIP__________________ Please use my credit card (circle one): Visa/Mastercard #________________________________________________________ Exp.___________________ VIN (3 digits on back) ________________ Registration must be pre-paid and received at least 24 hours in advanceof the class. Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received 24 hours before the class. Return to: HBA of F-M • 1802 32nd Ave S. • Fargo, ND 58103 • Phone (701) 232-5846 • FAX (701) 280-1108

Offered by Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead

2012 Minn. Contractor Continuing Education

Jan. 18 & Feb. 1

Tentative schedule for both dates: 8-8:30 a.m. Registration 8:30-9:30 a.m. Minnesota Hot Topics: Building Code* 9:30-9:45 a.m. Break 9:45-11:15 a.m. Building a Safe Stairway** 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Best Practices on Siding Installation** 12:15-12:45 p.m. Lunch (served on-site) 12:45-2:15 p.m. Ventilation Saving Energy** (1 hour of required energy) 2:15-2:30 p.m. Break 2:30-3:30 p.m. Lite Steel Beams and Tall Walls** Both dates will include: *One hour on Minnesota building code hot topics by Moorhead Building Official Kurt Wenzel. **Six hours from Darrell George, Building Products, Inc., on industry topics listed above.

HBA Minnesota Contractor Continuing Education Registration Check one:

Jan. 18

Check one:

HBA Member

Check one:

Full Day (7 credits) Mbr: $95 NonMbr: $140

Feb. 1

Non-Member Selections below

If not taking full day, select from options:

Mbr NonMbr

Minnesota Hot Topics: Building Code (1 credit).............$14......... $20

Building a Safe Stairway (1.8 credits)............................$28......... $40

Best Practices on Siding Installation (1.2 credits).........$14......... $20

Ventilation Saving Energy (1.8 credits).........................$28......... $40

Lite Steel Beams and Tall Walls (1.2 credits)................$14......... $20

Total Payment Enclosed________________ Name:___________________________________________________ Company:________________________________________________ Address:_________________________________________________ City, State, Zip:____________________________________________ MN License Number:_______________________________________ Phone:___________________Email:___________________________ Return form and payment to: Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead 1802 32nd Ave. S. Fargo, ND 58103 (701) 232-5846 â&#x20AC;˘ Fax: (701) 280-1108