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

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

Remodeled Home Tour Sept. 13-14

A showcase of area remodeled homes.

Applications mailed in June â&#x20AC;˘ Entry deadline is July 23

Family Picnic Aug. 7 Page 20

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

KRISTA MUND Editor

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

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

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

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

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

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Features 8

Home Builders Care Build with Habitat for Humanity progresses

Leaders head to nation’s capitol for Spring Board of Directors meeting

HBA supports housing-friendly candidates, West Fargo sales tax

11 Local mayors proclaim June Homeownership month 17

Meet your committee chair: Drew Likness

HBA sets dates for lead renovator courses

June Golf Outing Highlights

HBA schedules Family Picnic, Associate Appreciation event Aug. 7

23 Remodelers Council Focus: Arvig Security & Surveillance 25

Member Feature: Labor Masters

Fall Home Show slated for Sept. 26-27

Remodeled Home Tour entries due July 23

17 students graduate from Academy

What’s up with the HBA staff

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

Interested in advertising? The Plains Builder has ad options to fit every budget and marketing plan. Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 2325846 or jenny@hbafm.com.

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

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News Briefs Hires & Promotions •

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Bell State Bank & Trust has hired Tanner Graham as correspondent credit officer and Dave Froeber has been promoted to vice president/construction loan officer. Town & Country Credit Union has hired Amy Morrow as a financial services officer. Stephanie Damman and Stephanie Differding have joined Advantage Realtors. Ryan Grussing has been promoted to vice president of business banking at CornerStone Bank. Grussing has been with the bank since 2009. NetWork Center Inc. has hired Aaron Furstenau as a help desk technician. Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services, Inc., has promoted Sam Wilke to structural division manager. Eide Bailly LLP has hired Andrew Adams as an audit senior associate, Kelan Oster as a bank regulatory compliance associate and Laura Undem as an audit associate. Ryan Cosette has been promoted to network administrator. Josh Hahn has been promoted to retail supervisor at Starion Financial. He has been a personal banker with Starion since 2010. Joe Foertsch, Jill Pfau and Stephanie Lindemann have joined Prudential Premier Real Estate as sales agents. Moore Engineering, Inc., has hired three new employees: Caleb Kjetland, Matthew Sayler and Zach Horn. Bekka Dahl, Sean Larson, Amy Overby and Holly Wrzos have joined the RDO Equipment Co. field support office. First International Bank & Trust is proud to welcome Emily Carlson as administrative assistant, Sheila Gerszewski as

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retail banking manager and Matt Hanson as human resources generalist/ recruiter. Carlson will be responsible for handling day-to-day customer relations and will provide support Carlson to upper management. Carlson comes to First International Bank & Trust with more than seven years of banking and investment knowledge. Gerszewski Gerszewski comes from Bremer Bank with over 27 years of experience in the banking and finance industry. Hanson will be responsible Hanson for recruiting, hiring, policy and program development and workforce development initiatives. Hanson comes to First International Bank & Trust with more than nine years of experience in human resources and most recently served as client human resources leader at Ulteig in Fargo. Carlson, Gerszewski and Hanson will be located at the Fargo south location. Cass County Electric Cooperative has promoted Sarah Masseth to member accounts specialist and Brandon Mitchell has been hired as a full-time power control technician.

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Professional Builder magazine and ProBuilder.com have named Heritage Homes to its annual list of Housing Giants. Heritage

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Homes was listed at number 275 out of 293 firms with 2013 revenue of $20,523,120 and 61 closings in 2013. Integrity from Marvin Windows and Doors was named the Best Quality Fiberglass Window Brand in a recent brand use study conducted by Builder Magazine. The Salvation Army has recognized Bell State Bank and Trust with its Northern Division Volunteer Organization of the Year award. The bank was recognized for serving The Salvation Army since 2003 by ringing the bell, helping with seasonal programs, serving at the feeding program and having representatives on its advisory board. Beau Flom has been named the top closed volume leader for March at Keller Williams Roers Realty. Insure Forward has been named one of the top ten growth agencies for Auto-Owners Insurance in the Fargo region for 2013. Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota has received full Utilization Review Accreditation for health plan and health plan for health insurance exchange. Chambers and Partners has ranked Serkland Law Firm and four of its attorneys; Ronald McLean, Jack Marcil, Joseph Wetch and Roger Minch, in the 2014 publication of Chambers USA Guide, a leading directory of the legal profession. Western State Bank has been ranked number five in SNL Financial’s annual ranking of 2013’s top 100 best performing banks with assets between $500 million and $5 billion. The North Dakota Motor Carriers Association named Daryn Wothe the Service Technician of the Year and Ken Adelman as the Safety Professional of the Year. Both work for Holland Enterprises, a long-haul trucking firm. News Briefs continued on next page

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Cindy Trepanier, a mortgage loan officer at CornerStone Bank is a member of the National Association of Professional Women and was recently named a VIP Woman of the Year for outstanding excellence and dedication to her profession and the achievement of women. Eide Bailly LLP technology consultants Brian Bohana, Lorin Ronken and Cody Gibson have attained various professional certifications. Eide Bailly LLP technology consultants Craig Dummer and Orrian Rich have attained Citrix certifications, and Ryan Cossette has achieved Microsoft Windows Server 2012 certification. The Bank of North Dakota visited the Minot office of First International Bank & Trust to present the Rebuilders Loan Award. During the time following the floods in Minot, the company provided over 115 Rebuilder and Supplemental Rebuilder Loans. This program was important for First International Bank & Trust to be able to assist community members during a difficult time and get them back into their homes. The program was put into place after the flood of 2011. Cullen Insulation has been named the Top Quality Producer out of more than 90 Owens Corning Certified Energy Expert professionals across the United States. Google has rated Cable One as high speed Internet YouTube HD Verified, a certification given only to Internet service providers who consistently offer a connection stable enough to stream high definition video without interruption or buffering.

Give to PAC, support housing PAC contributions are important to the home building industry and supporting pro-housing candidates. By giving to the National Association of Home Builders’ political action committee, BUILD-PAC, you are

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investing in the future of your business. With even a small donation of just $20, you will personally help make home building stronger. There are many contribution levels available. Check out www.nahb.org or contact Roz Leighton at (701) 232-5846 or roz@hbafm.com.

HBA seeks sponsors for fall consumer events

The HBA of F-M seeks sponsors for the Fall Parade of Homes Sept. 6-7 and 13-14, the Remodeled Home Tour Sept. 13-14, and its Fall Home Show Sept. 26-27 at Scheels Arena. The Fall Home Show features over 80 exhibitors and attracts 1,0003,000 consumers each year. The HBA promotes Fall Home Show sponsors through signage and inclusion in show advertising (print, radio and television). Parade and Remodeled Home Tour sponsors will be promoted through the event magazine, on the HBA website, in the Plains Builder and in radio advertising. Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com.

IBS registration opens in September

Member registration for the 2015 International Builders Show Jan. 2022, in Las Vegas, will open in early September. It’s never too early to start planning. Remember, IBS and the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show are now located together! Visit www. buildersshow.com for more details or contact the HBA of F-M at (701) 2325846 or info@hbafm.com.

HBA welcomes nominations for board of directors

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

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CHALLENGE

GuessWho!

Each month we will run a childhood photo of an HBA board member, HBC trustee, Health Plan trustee, committee chairperson or staff member. It’s your task to figure out who it is and call the office at (701) 232-5846. The first correct caller will receive $10 off any HBA event or product. The answer and winner will be revealed in the next Plains Builder on page 38.

May and June’s Guess Who remain unsolved! Go to page 38 for bonus hints. 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.

Nominations open for Builder, Associate of the Year

Each Fall, the HBA of F-M presents Builder and Associate of the Year awards at its Annual Membership Meeting in October. A committee made up of past winners and HBA Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson is now accepting nominations for consideration. Contact the HBA at (701) 232-5846 or info@hbafm.com, if you have suggestions.

Muddy Boots Picnic July 23, Family Picnic Aug. 7

Contractors, mark your calendars to attend the HBA of F-M’s contractor appreciation event, Muddy Boots Picnic, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. July 23. Bring your crew for a free meal on the HBA lawn. Don’t miss a family night at the HBA of F-M’s annual picnic 5 - 7 p.m. Aug. 7 at Lindenwood Park, 1905 Roger Maris Dr., Fargo. Join us for a free barbecue dinner and lots of fun games for the kids. The second quarter permit report will be included as an insert in next month’s issue of the Plains Builder.

HBA of F-M President’s Message HBA members discuss home building issues in Washington: PAC funds vital to advocacy efforts Carlita Dietz

June was filled with political activism: being your voice with local, state and national government is the reason this Association was founded, and remains the core reason why we exist. Our leaders took an active role in the June North Dakota Primary Election and hosted Candidate Forums for the Fargo and West Fargo city commission races. We look forward to continued work with re-elected Fargo Mayor Dennis Walaker and City Commissioner Tim Mahoney. We also look forward to working with Commissioner-elect Dave Piepkorn as he rejoins the Fargo City Commission. West Fargo is sure to see continued growth and progress from re-elected Mayor Rich Mattern and City Commissioners Duane Hanson and Mark Wentz. Thank you to voters for supporting the West Fargo sales tax increase, which will provide funding for the infrastructure needs of the growing city. Several members traveled to Washington, D.C., last month as part of the National Association of Home Builders’ Spring Board of Directors Meeting. We met with U.S. Sens. Hoeven and Heitkamp (or their staff), carrying messages extremely important to your business: flood protection for the F-M area and the federal mortgage interest deduction, are two prominent examples. Read a full recap of these meetings on page 10. Several of us also took part in the North Dakota Association of Builders board of directors meeting and golf tournament at the end of June, discussing NDAB’s plans for the 2015 session, North Dakota’s November elections and ballot issues as well as administrative items and raising PAC funds. Look for a recap next month! PAC contributions are key to strong relationships with elected officials. If you haven’t already given to BUILDPAC this year, I encourage you to contribute. These funds allow your local and state HBAs to support candidates who are friendly to the housing industry. For those of you who have generously opened your pocketbooks, thank you! I encourage every member of our Association to do his or her part to support our PAC efforts. Your donation to PAC must be personal and noncorporate. Consider putting it on your personal credit card. BUILD-PAC can charge your card up to four installments over the year. We are trying to make contributing as painless as possible. Jay Dietz Construction, Inc.

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Work continues on Home Builders Care Build with Habitat Last month, work shifted into high gear on the Home Builders Care Build with Habitat for Humanity. We celebrated the beginning of the build June 3 and had excellent participation from the membership in our blitz build the second week in June. Check out pages 8-9 for a recap and what is still needed for materials and labor. Our build will provide a home to Sonia Greer, an Air Force veteran, and her ten-year-old daughter. It is located in the Village Green neighborhood in Moorhead at 3040 32nd Ave. S.

What companies are you working with that could be great HBA members?

There are times when Membership & Marketing Coordinator Allison Weckman calls a current member for a reference on a new member application, and the current member tells her it never even occurred to him or her to promote HBA membership. Take a minute to think about those companies you do business with. If you find one that is not a member, and you wonder if he or she should be, call the HBA staff to make sure that company fits the membership guidelines. If it does, the HBA will gladly send an information packet out or contact the individual. Contact the office at (701) 232-5846 or info@hbafm.com for more information.

August picnic filled with fun for all, Associates to be honored

We have a fun-filled event coming up Aug. 7 with our Associate Appreciation & Family Picnic at Lindenwood Park. This is a casual, festive event featuring inflatable games for the kids and lots of other activities, including bean bags and ladder ball. I encourage you to bring your family, friends and spouses to the event. We go light on the business and heavy on the socializing, food and fun.

Fall Parade of Homes, Remodeled Home Tour, Fall Home Show will be here soon…

Your HBA is already busy planning fall events. Mark your calendar for the 15th annual Fall Parade of Homes Sept. 6-7 and 13-14. Now in its third year, the Remodeled Home Tour is held in conjunction with the Fall Parade Sept. 13-14. See next month’s issue for a listing of homes featured in this year’s event and for more information about the events and sponsorships. Remodeled Home Tour information can be found on page 26. Booth space is available for the Fall Home Show Sept. 26-27 at Scheels Arena! It will spotlight home improvement companies and feature great speakers. For those of you who have not exhibited in the past, take another look! Check out page 26 for more information about the show and sponsorships. Contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindsey@hbafm.com for details.

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Home Builders Care collects items for 2015 Fish Fry auction, raffle

Home Builders Care of F-M Foundation partners with the Fargo Motor Patrol annually to coordinate its Fish Fry. Funds raised from the event benefit HBC and its charitable endeavors. Generally held in February, the Fish Fry features a silent auction and raffle. HBC seeks to collect an assortment of items throughout the year. For more information, contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com.

HBA communications availability to change beginning Jan. 1

As of Jan. 1, you must be a primary contact of a Builder or Associate member or hold Affiliate membership to receive HBA of F-Mâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Plains Builder and email communications. Affiliate membership is just $30 per year and includes its own set of benefits, including a subscription to the Plains Builder and access to HBA communications as well as a separate listing in the Membership Directory & Consumer Guide. Another benefit of the Affiliate membership includes being recognized as a member by the National Association of Home Builders with an individual PIN to access member discounts. Contact the HBA at (701) 232-5846 or reference the insert included in this issue.

NAHB offers UPS program

July 23 Muddy Boots Contractor Appreciation Picnic Bring your crew for a free meal of brats, potato salad and chips on the HBA lawn, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Register at least 48 hours in advance with the number of those attending: (701) 232-5846 or lindsey@hbafm.com.

UPS now offers National Association of Home Builders member discounts up to 36 percent (with one driver picking up both express and ground packages), or the option to drop off any package at any UPS location. Visit www. savewithups.com/nahb or call 1-800-MEMBERS and a representative will assist you.

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Home Builders Care Build with Habitat for Humanity progresses Walls are up, and the roof is on! The Home Builders Care Build is well on its way to becoming a home for the Greer family. June 3, the HBA and HBC celebrated the beginning of the build with Sonia Greer and her daughter, Madison. It was a beautiful day! Many HBA of F-M and HBC Board members were in attendance to mark the official start of the build.

Volunteer Week

June 8-12 was designated as the HBA volunteer days at the build site. We had a great turnout of volunteers to work on roofing, wall sheathing, house wrap, installing windows, doors, soffit/fascia and siding. Thanks to everyone who volunteered and helped build this home.

Support HBA’s build

We have raised over $30,000 in cash to support this build. You can see a list of companies who have donated below. Make your check out to Home Builders Care and send it to 1802 32nd Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103. There are still some materials needed so check out the list of what we still need below. If you are interested in volunteering for the build, contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com.

2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity thanks you! Lunch Sponsors

Design Direction, Inc. First International Bank & Trust Holly & Company Classic Homes Luxury Builders/Designs Smart Spaces, Inc. Stan Birky Construction, Inc.

Material Donors

Aggregate Industries, Inc.-North Central Region All Finish Concrete, Inc. Allied Building Products Corp. Asplin Inc. Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr. Inc. Cass County Abstract Company Crane Johnson Lumber Company Cullen Insulation, Inc. D & M Industries, Inc. Dakota Supply Group Eid-Co Buildings Inc. Fargo Truss Systems, Inc. Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Showroom Flatrate Inc. Foam DOCTOR’S, LLC Gopher Excavating, Inc. Knife River Material Kost Materials Lavelle Company Livewire Electrical Contracting Mathison’s McNeilus Steel Midwest Concrete Pumping, LLC Northern Water Works Supply

Northland Truss Systems, Inc. Opatril Concrete Construction Inc. Personal Touch Embroidery & Marketing, Inc. Prairie Supply, Inc. Quality Concrete, Inc. STC Flooring Strata Corporation Structural Materials, Inc. The Title Company Turf Tamers LLC Twin City Garage Door, Inc. Valley Lights Vivid Interiors

Cash Donors

Dream Homes LLC Fargo-Moorhead AM Rotary Club Fargo-Moorhead Area Association of Realtors Gemstone Masonry Operating Company, Inc. Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead Home Heating, Plumbing & A/C, Inc. Matrix Properties Corporation Paul’s Electric, Inc. Red River Electric, Inc. Roers Construction and Development, Inc. State Bank of Hawley Tour de Habitat Western State Bank Wood Specialists Inc.

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Want to donate materials?

If you are interested in donating and need to see the building plans for exact amounts, contact Rob Rich at Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity: (218) 329-4583 or rob@lakeagassizhabitat. org. • HVAC: an electric forcedair furnace, 95 to 99 percent efficient; rough-in and duct work • Interior doors and finishes • Drywall • Tape, texturing and painting: Eggshell paint for entire house • Cabinets, countertops and vanities • Utilities during build • Nails • Caulking • Adhesive for sub-floors

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Habitat Build Highlights

Clockwise starting at top left: • Home Builders Care President Mike Anderson, Bierschbach Equipment & Supply with Amber Nelson, Sonia and Madison Greer; and HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz, Jay Dietz Construction, Inc. Nelson and her

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children received the 2012 Home Builders Care Build with Habitat and serve as family mentor to the Greers. • TV cameras at the build kick-off celebration June 3. • Sonia Greer puts in “sweat equity,” helping on the roof. • Work progresses on the home!

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HBA leaders head to the nation’s capitol for Spring Board of Directors meeting

Last month, I traveled with several HBA members to take part in the National Association of Home Builders’ Spring Board of Directors meeting in Washington, D.C. Those who traveled to the meetings included: • Life Director Don Dabbert, Jr., Dabbert Custom Homes; • HBA President-Elect and National Director Clay Dietrich, Dietrich Terry Lipp Homes, Inc.; National Director Ferguson Bath, Kitchen • HBA President and National Director Carlita Dietz, Jay Dietz & Lighting Showroom Construction, Inc.; • North Dakota Association of Builders Immediate Past President and National Director Jason Eid, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc.; • Life Director John Gunkelman, Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc.; • HBA Immediate Past President and National Director Darrick Guthmiller, Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc.; • HBA Secretary and Alternate National Director John Koerselman, Red River Drywall & Painting Services, Inc.; • Life Director and North Dakota Association of Builders Associate National Director Ken Krajsa, Bell State Bank & Trust; • National Director Dan Lindquist, Dan Lindquist Construction, Inc.; and • HBA Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson. This year’s event was held at the Marriot Wardman Hotel and was well attended by associations from across the country. The HBA’s leaders and NDAB were able to secure meetings at the Capitol with Sens. John Hoeven and Heidi Heitkamp and members of their staff. Members lobbied on behalf of the building industry, addressing issues that affect home building in the F-M area. Key points of discussion included: thanking the senators for their support in the passage of the Water Resources Development Act, giving authorization for The F-M Diversion, and discussing the next steps in acquiring funding for the project; the CrapoJohnson Finance Reform legislation that affects housing finance; the labor shortage in not only the state, but the F-M area; and the effects of President Obama’s new energy policies on affordable housing. The senators and their staff were very accommodating, and we appreciate the time they took out of their busy schedules to meet with us. Sen. Hoeven, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, reassured us that he would work hard to help secure funding for the F-M Diversion and encouraged us to keep supporting the project. Sen. Heitkamp spoke with members extensively about the Crapo-Johnson Housing Finance reform and her support of the legislation.

Both understand the need for labor in the region and are supporters of immigration reform that would help the industry. Attendees were also able to participate in a variety of seminars and educational sessions on topics including: single-family housing, business management and information technology, housing finance reform, mid-term election forecast and construction safety and health. The trip was very beneficial to members of the HBA and the building industry. Representatives from the HBA were able to represent the region and the industry by bringing issues we are facing directly to our leaders in Washington. Thank you to those who attended and took time away from their businesses and families to advocate on behalf of the industry.

May HBA accomplishments 1. Hosted Candidate Forums for Fargo mayoral and commission contenders and West Fargo commission contenders. 2. Organized a deck construction education class. 3. Attended the F-M-WF Chamber of Commerce’s public affairs meetings. 4. Organized and facilitated a fourth Fargo floodproof basement policy update class. 5. Attended the F-M Diversion Board of Authority meeting. 6. Attended the F-M-WF Chamber of Commerce’s Candidates Forums. 7. Visited the Metropolitan Council of Governments and heard about the future of transportation in the Fargo-Moorhead area. 8. Hosted 115 attendees at the Parade of Homes Celebration. 9. Welcomed over 70 attendees to the Remodelers Council Picnic to celebrate May as National Remodeling Month. 10. Participated in the National Association of Home Builders’ webinar regarding grassroots voting for building officials. 11. Met with the F-M Area Association of Realtors and Comex to discuss issues in the FargoMoorhead area. 12. Met with the West Fargo building official and city engineer to discuss construction and code issues in the area. 13. Attended the F-M-WF Chamber of Commerce’s Minnesota legislative wrap up. 14. Attended the Northern Region Association of Safety Professional’s monthly meeting. 15. Supported HBA of F-M members Stenerson Lumber, Hatch Realty and Northern Plumbing Supply/Waterfront Kitchen & Bath by attending their open houses. 16. Held a lunch session on a blower door test demonstration. As of press time, June wasn’t over yet, so we are always a month behind on this report! Thanks for your understanding.

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Public Issues Report of Area Affairs HBA supports housingfriendly candidates, West Fargo sales tax by Roz Leighton, Public Affairs Coordinator

Last month, North Dakotans voted in the primary election for local elected officials and your HBA of F-M took an active role in the election process by hosting Candidate Forums, researching issues and inviting presenters to discuss local measures and issues facing the area. We encouraged members to vote for housing. Your HBA supported four housing-friendly candidates who saw success. Congratulations to West Fargo Mayor Rich Mattern and City Commissioners Duane Hanson and Mark Wentz who were re-elected for another four years. In Fargo, voters elected City Commissioner Tim Mahoney to another four-year term. The HBA also congratulates Fargo Mayor Dennis Walaker on his re-election, and Commissioner-elect Dave Piepkorn as he rejoins the City Commission. Both will

serve four years. The HBA looks forward to continued strong relationships with our local elected officials and working with them to meet the housing industry’s needs. The Association held a series of Candidate Forums to learn more about those running for office, and HBA members recommended support based on information gathered during these forums. Thank you to all members who participated and to the candidates who gave us a chance to learn more about them.

West Fargo sales tax increase

Your HBA recommended voting “yes” to a 1 percent sales tax increase in West Fargo, which passed June 10. The increase brings the sales tax from 1 to 2 percent and the total tax to 7.5 percent, equal to Fargo’s. The revenue from the increase will be solely used to meet infrastructure needs of the growing city. The city has identified about 60 projects it is targeting to complete over the next 20 years, totaling $124 million. The sales tax increase will go into effect 90 days after legal notices are given to retailers and state agencies.

cooperation with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Dietz thanked the local mayors for their unwavering commitment and support of housing development in their by Roz Leighton, Public Affairs Coordinator communities. She credited the strong housing market Mayors of Dilworth, Fargo, Moorhead and West Fargo in the area to a wide variety of housing options with a signed a proclamation June high volume of housing 12 at the Home Builders available, combined with Care and Lake Agassiz low interest rates and Habitat for Humanity banks willing to lend. veteran build in Moorhead, The focus of National designating June as Homeownership Month Homeownership Month for is to recognize efforts to each city. strengthen communities Press conference and to give countless attendees included Dilworth American families the Mayor Chad Olson; Fargo information necessary Mayor Dennis Walaker; to achieve the dream Moorhead Mayor Del Rae of homeownership. Williams; West Fargo Mayor Contributing to a strong Rich Mattern; Lake Agassiz economy, homeownership Habitat for Humanity enriches families and Executive Director Rob Rich has come to symbolize HBA President Carlita Dietz, Jay Dietz Construction, Inc., and HBA of F-M President the realization of the speaks at the June Homeownership Month press conference Carlita Dietz, Jay Dietz while area mayors and Rob Rich, Lake Agassiz Habitat for American Dream. Home Construction, Inc. Humanity, look on. equity accounts for more Homeownership Month than half of the total net wealth of the typical home-owning is recognized annually through coordination with local family, making homeownership the primary source of a organizations involved with housing including Lake household’s net worth and the fundamental first step toward Agassiz Habitat for Humanity, The Village, the F-M Area accumulating personal wealth. Association of Realtors and local city governments, in

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News from the North Dakota Association of Builders Common Sense Success

Throughout 2014, North Dakota Association of Builders has been keeping tabs on key issues that could potentially affect the home building industry. We have been actively engaging experts and have already been in conversations with our three national delegates. In preparation for Ken Callahan NDAB President, the November ballot, please make Montana-Dakota sure you are taking time to become Utilities, Co. educated and familiar with the issues. Williston, N.D. Here is a little information on one of them that we feel is important. The Clean Water, Wildlife and Parks Amendment measure proposes to change the North Dakota constitution to commit 5 percent of North Dakota’s oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund. That’s in addition to more than $130 million the state of North Dakota currently provides for conservation and related efforts every biennium. This measure also mandates that at least 75 percent of this massive conservation fund be spent each year, whether or not there are legitimate conservation needs. At the end of the day supporting the clean water, wildlife amendment does not make sense! Opposing this measure is the North Dakotans for Common Sense Conservation Coalition, made up of more than 30 groups who promote responsible stewardship of North Dakota’s natural resources. To date, all six local home builders associations and NDAB have signed on to be a part of this group. It is important to note that although we oppose this measure, we do not oppose conservation. The members of North Dakotans for Common Sense Conservation support responsible, common-sense conservation that maintains and improves North Dakota’s lands, wildlife and natural resources, but are concerned about several aspects of this particular proposed measure: It creates a lack of flexibility regarding the use of state funds. It mandates $4.8 billion in conservation spending over the next 25 years. It does not provide clear details about how the money will be spent. It would be the first-ever funding measure enshrined in our constitution. As North Dakota continues to expand in business and population growth, there’s a real need to address the issues of access to the outdoors, habitat conservation and stewardship of our natural areas and lands. This need was addressed by the 2013 Legislative Assembly when a bipartisan coalition approved the Outdoor Heritage Fund. This $30 million Outdoor Heritage Fund is in addition to the $100 million the state of North Dakota spends every year on conservation and related projects. NDAB believes that while conservation is important, so are other needs in the state. At the end of the day a balanced approach to funding will be key as North Dakota continues to grow. We need to stick together and spread the word to support the North Dakotans for Common Sense Conservation Coalition!

Thank you to everyone who traveled with me over the last couple of months! Visiting each one of the six local association’s boards and general membership was quite the treat for me. North Dakota is made up of such outstanding and welcoming people and this tour reminded me just how lucky I Kim Schneider NDAB Executive am to get to work daily with so many Officer supportive and fun experts! Speaking of having fun, over 20 representatives from North Dakota traveled to Washington, D.C., to participate in the National Association of Home Builders Spring Board of Directors meetings in early June. Representatives from North Dakota attended various meetings including meeting with U.S. Sens. Hoeven and Heitkamp at the nation’s capitol. One highlight was our dinner reservation of 28 at Founding Farmers, a North Dakota Farmer’s Union-owned restaurant. I don’t think that place has ever heard so many laughs and bad jokes! Our fun didn’t end there; we met June 23-34 in Minot for our North Dakota Association of Builders board meeting and Birdie with the Builders golf tournament. We had over 80 golfers, including eight legislators and over 90 people for dinner. A big thank you to all of our amazing sponsors, golfers, volunteers and Vardon golf club for a fantastic day! Word is traveling fast and participating in NDAB events is a great opportunity for networking. Registration numbers keep climbing for our golf event and we are looking forward to a high turnout at our annual banquet in November in Grand Forks. If you are interested in joining us, please let me know or watch your emails for details to be released in the fall. NDAB, its board and all of the members are known to be hard workers. We work hard and we have fun, too. While we were in Minot golfing we also held our state board meeting. With over 30 board members in attendance we discussed the primary elections, committee work, coalition work, trainings, upcoming board meetings, sponsorships, Deed Tax Measure, PAC and bylaws. We also discussed the future of NDAB and our local associations. We have some big and exciting plans and we would like to invite others to be a part of it. Please contact your local association’s executive officer or board president to find out how to become more involved. We welcome new faces and ideas and want to share in our fun! If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, we still have opportunities as well. I hope everyone had an enjoyable 4th of July and that you are enjoying the summer months. Keep safe and hopefully we will see soon!

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News from around the state...

A monthly briefing from the North Dakota Association of Builders On news from each local association

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Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association Dot Frank, Executive Officer (701) 222-2400, www.bmhba.com The Association set a new attendance record for its annual new member BBQ. Nearly 50 new members, who joined over the past two years, attended the evening social May 29. Association President Vance Vetter, National Delegate Eddy Mitzel and Executive Officer Dot Frank attended the National Association of Home Builders Spring Board Meeting in Washington, D.C., June 3-6. During the trip, they met with U.S. Sens. Hoeven and Heitkamp. Members turned out in full force for the Annual Picnic at the Post. Drawn to the Mees family’s famous BBQ, silent auction event and social opportunities, the BMHBA served close to 200 people. The BMHBA hosted three FEMA reps, along with staff from the State Water Commission, mortgage lenders and insurance agents on a panel to educate members about construction in floodplains June 25. The Association has added text messaging to its communication toolkit. Text BMHBA, BUILDERS or MEMBERS to 51660 to subscribe. Dickinson Area Builders Association Irene Schafer, Executive Officer (701) 483-0044, www.dickinsonareabuilders.com Builders in Dickinson are taking a break from GMMs until Sept. 10. Scholarship applications went to the committee. We will award four scholarships again this year. Annual Picnic is scheduled for 6 p.m. Aug. 13 at Eagles Park. Annual Golf Scramble is scheduled for Aug. 14 at Heart River Golf Course. Our golf scramble this year will be a fundraiser for our scholarship program. Plans for PAC fundraisers will continue with same plan as last year, by doing them at a GMM. Forx Builders Association Betty McDonald, Executive Officer (701) 746-4536 www.forxbuilders.com Tim Shea’s Nursery & Landscaping will be hosting the July Builders after Hours at its greenhouse. We are excited to announce that we sold our 2014 Project House and are moving forward with construction of the 2015 Project House. Our Annual Golf Outing is scheduled for Sept. 11 at Valley Golf Course in East Grand Forks. Marvin Windows and Doors is the event sponsor. Minot Association of Builders Vicky Flagstad, Executive Officer (701) 852-0496, www.minotab.com MAB/NDAB-PAC Fishing Excursion was June 28 at

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Indian Hills Resort, Lake Sakakawea. MAB Past Presidents’ Golf Tournament is scheduled for Aug. 11 at The Vardon Golf Club Williston Area Builders Association Beth Sundheim, Executive Officer (701) 572-5744, www.willistonbuilders.com • July 15 - Board of Directors Meeting • Aug. 19 - Board of Directors Meeting • Aug. 21 - Member Picnic •

To start receiving your rebate, please register online at www.hbarebates. com/ndab.html. Thank you to the all of the NDAB 2014 Partners as of June 15, 2014! We truly appreciate your support and we are very excited to serve you throughout the entire year!

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Gold - Montana Dakota Utilities Co. Silver - Bismarck-Mandan HBA, Dawson Ins./ State Auto Ins., HBA of Fargo-Moorhead, Miller Insulation Co., Inc., Northern Plumbing Supply Bronze - Bank of North Dakota, Bell State Bank & Trust, Forx Builders Assoc., Minot Assoc. of Builders, ND Guaranty & Title Co., ND Housing Finance Agency, ProBuild, RDO Equipment Co., Williston Area Builders Assoc,

Again, thank you to our Birdie with the Builders Golf Tournament Sponsors! We had a blast with all of you June 23!

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Gold Sponsor - Allied Building Products Dinner Sponsor - Ryan Chevrolet Lunch Sponsors - Souris River Designs and Westwood Professional Services Hole Sponsors - Century 21 Action Realtors and United Rentals Inc.

Be on the look out for next year’s date to be announced this fall!

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News from the Builders Association of Minnesota and optimized for both printing and easy viewing on your New Minn. building code to mobile devices out in the field. These guides will form the basis for continuing education courses and BKI will be start in Jan. 2015 The Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry has stated it plans to begin enforcing the new Minnesota Building Code in January of 2015. It has not yet released the final version of the code, so we don’t know exactly what will be included. However, based on what is known, the Builders Association of Minnesota is working to provide members with code guides with a planned release date near the end of August. BAM has contracted with Ed VonThoma of Building Knowledge Inc. and has assembled a group of statewide members to create and vet the following code guide documents: • Top 20 Code Changes in the Residential Building Code • Top 20 Code Changes in the Energy Code • Field Guide to Residential Code • Field Guide to Energy Code • Field Guide to Radon • Field Guide to Foundation Wall Support • Field Guide to Residential Fire Sprinklers These guides are a major benefit of membership and available ONLY to members. DLI issues the codes, but BAM is the organization that develops guides on how to implement the new codes. BAM will be providing members with access to each of these seven documents. The documents will be available on the BAM website

available to teach classes around the state to help members prepare to build to the new code. If you have industry peers that will benefit from having these guides, tell them to join your local builders association and enjoy 3-in-1 membership to access BAM’s field guides and other value added benefits such as our home building industry specific construction contracts. Thank you to BAM members who are generously donating their time to help perfect the members-only guides. Thank you to Daniel Buuck, Jon Coty, George Cundy, Clay Dietrich, Terry Hammack, Chad Kompelien, Keith Kylmala, Kevin Maleska, John McGuine, Trace Mills, Monte Mraz, Kathe Ostrom, Mike Paradise, Craig Plekkenpol, Joe Ranweiler, David Werschay and Howie Zetah. We will keep you updated on news from DLI about the new codes timeline. BAM will be releasing the field guides starting with the “Top 20” Residential and Energy Codes Field Guides at the end of the summer with the remainder released far in advance of the Jan. 24, 2015, code enforcement date.

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News from the National Association of Home Builders family home sales and sales expectations for the next six Builder confidence rises 4 months as “good,” “fair” or “poor.” The survey also asks builders to rate traffic of prospective buyers as “high to points in June June 16, 2014 - Builder confidence in the market for newly built, single-family homes rose four points to reach a level of 49 on the National Association of Home Builders/ Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) released today. It remains one point shy of the threshold for what is considered good building conditions. “After several months of little fluctuation, a four-point uptick in builder sentiment is a welcome sign and shows some renewed confidence in the industry,” said NAHB Chairman Kevin Kelly, a home builder and developer from Wilmington, Del. “However, builders are facing strong headwinds, including the limited availability of labor.” “Consumers are still hesitant, and are waiting for clear signals of full-fledged economic recovery before making a home purchase,” said NAHB Chief Economist David Crowe. “Builders are reacting accordingly, and are moving cautiously in adding inventory.” Derived from a monthly survey that NAHB has been conducting for 30 years, the NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index gauges builder perceptions of current single-

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very high,” “average” or “low to very low.” Scores for each component are then used to calculate a seasonally adjusted index where any number over 50 indicates that more builders view conditions as good than poor. All three index components posted gains in June. Most notably, the component gauging current sales conditions increased six points to 54. The component gauging sales expectations in the next six months rose three points to 59 and the component measuring buyer traffic increased by three to 36. Looking at the three-month moving averages for regional HMI scores, the South and Northeast each edged up one point to 49 and 34, respectively, while the West held steady at 47. The Midwest fell a single point to 46. Editor’s Note: The NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index is strictly the product of NAHB Economics, and is not seen or influenced by any outside party prior to being released to the public. HMI tables can be found at nahb. org/hmi. More information on housing statistics is also available at housingeconomics.com.

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New benefit: NAHB offers fuel discount

Join small businesses across the U.S. that are saving on their fuel costs each year with Associated Petroleum Products, Inc., using the Fuel Card! HBA of F-M members will earn $0.015 for every gallon purchased. Here are the highlights: • Accepted at more than 90 percent of all retail stations and commercial fueling sites in the U.S. • Track and monitor fuel expenses by vehicle and driver. • Consolidate all your fuel expenses with one report, no more receipts! • Access your account anywhere, any time with a detailed online account management tool. • No setup or monthly fees! • No gallon limits on rebates; every gallon counts. • Driver identification and odometer required for security. • Online purchase controls and alerts to help prevent unauthorized purchases. • No member too big or too small to participate. To enroll and learn more about this member program visit www. associatedpetroleum.com/nahb or call (800) 929-5243, option 6, and mention NAHB.

Minn. DLI news: New codes, contractor registration program The Builders Association of Minnesota shared the following information this week from the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry:

Code adoption and effective date

DLI has published a request for comments for all chapters of the building code except 1305 (IBC), 1323 (Commercial Energy) and 7511 (Fire Code). The only public hearing requested and conducted was for the Residential Building Code. The department has not had hearings about other chapters of the code. It is DLI’s plan to publish the remaining chapters of the code for public review and comment early this summer. It plans to file several chapters of the state building code, including the Residential Building Code, with the Secretary of State on July 28. This will make those chapters effective 180 days later, on Jan. 24, 2015. DLI hopes to make the remaining codes also effective on this same date. As the date gets closer, leaders hope to provide greater certainty of that effective date.

Contractor registration program

DLI also sent information about the permanency of the Construction Contractor Registration program. It is no longer a pilot program. What does this mean? The expiration date of all current registrations has been automatically extended from June 30 to June 30, 2015. You do not have to do anything to keep your current registration active until June 30, 2015. DLI will send you information about the renewal process in spring 2015. If you need to change your current registration information with DLI, send an email explaining the change to: dli.register@state.mn.us. Contractors who hire you to perform work as an independent contractor will continue to use DLI’s online license lookup tool to verify your status as a “registered contractor.” What changed? Contractor Registration is a permanent program of DLI’s Construction Codes and Licensing Division. Contractors can be found to be misclassifying subcontrctors as independent contractors if the subcontractor does not meet the nine-factor test for a business. Where can I get help? • Visit DLI’s website: www.doli.state.mn.us • Call (651) 284-5074 • Email dli.register@state.mn.us

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Meet your committee chair: Drew Likness, Chase Realty by Krista Mund, Communications Manager

Drew Likness recognizes that the HBA of F-M’s core goals and mission line up perfectly with his business: land development and selling new construction. Broker and owner of Chase Realty, Likness became involved with the Association about seven years ago to build relationships with builders and learn more about the industry. “Being active gives me a way to continue meeting new people: making those contacts is important to keep growing my business,” he says. “Also, the Association plays an Drew Likness important role in lobbying and being the voice of the building industry regarding governmental changes that can affect the way we all do business. It’s important to promote homeownership and keep the community growing because the industry is such an important economic engine.” Likness became chair of the New Member Development and Retention Committees last fall and makes an effort to support HBA events, sponsoring member meetings the past six years. “I wanted to be on a committee that was active and involved with the overall success of the HBA,” he says. “On the membership committees, you get to see the new Builder and Associate members joining, and keep a better pulse of what is happening with the industry.” He believes that membership is vital to any organization, and recruitment and retention are equally important. “Membership recruitment is year-round and I encourage members to ask some of the new subcontractors and business partners to join,” he says. In his spare time, Likness enjoys golf, being active with the El Zagel Shrine Temple, and spending time with family. Likness and his wife, Pam, live in Fargo with their children Abigail (age 15) and Ben (age seven).

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Favorite service provided by HBA/NDAB/NAHB: Member discounts Favorite vacation spot: Caribbean Favorite TV program: None since Cheers. I watch Fox News or ESPN. Last book you read: Too Big to Fail

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

HBA sets dates for lead renovator refresher courses

Next year marks the fiveyear anniversary since many local contractors received their Certified Renovator designation Larry Leadhead from the EPA Lead Enthusiast Environmental Protection Agency to comply with the Renovation, Repair and Painting rule. It is required for contractors disturbing six square feet or more in structures built in 1978 or earlier. Contractors must take a four-hour refresher course every five years to keep the certification active. Here are the HBA of F-M’s dates for next year (morning and afternoon four-hour sessions each day): • March 9 and 16 • May 13 and 15 • Sept. 18 The classes and exam must be completed and passed before your initial renovator date or you will have to re-take the full eight-hour Certified Renovator class. If you took the class through the HBA of F-M in 2010 and are unsure of your fiveyear anniversary date, contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@ hbafm.com to determine the most appropriate date to take your refresher. The HBA of F-M has also slated an eight-hour full certified renovator course for March 10.

Join a committee in 2014!

Your HBA of F-M is here to support you. We rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership. Whether you are interested in public issues, events, education or membership development and retention, we have a committee for you: (701) 232-5846.

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June Golf Outing Highlights Lunch Sponsor

Registration & Cart Sponsor

Limited registrations and sponsorships available for July 8! Contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindsey@hbafm.com.

Full Event Sponsors

June 17 Sponsors (as of 6/18/2014)

Aggregate Industries – North Central Region Allied Building Products Corp. Anderson & Fercho, PLLC Arlyn’s Insulation, LLC Cass County Abstract Company Ceramic Tileworks CornerStone Bank Crofton Coves, LLC (L2H Development LLC) Dakota Fastening Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead Fargo Truss Systems, Inc. Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Showroom First International Bank & Trust FM Home & Patio, Inc. Gate City Bank Minnkota Windows, Inc. NetWork Center, Inc. Rigels, Inc. Sandman Consulting PC

ABC Seamless Appraisal Services Inc. BlackRidgeBANK BW Insurance Agency, Inc. Carpet World Central Minnesota Credit Union Goodin Company Hebron Brick Supply Lampert Lumber TRN Abstract & Title

July 8 Sponsors (as of 6/18/2014)

Bell State Bank & Trust Cabinetmakers, Inc. Cass County Electric Cooperative Crane Johnson Lumber Company Dawson Insurance Floor to Ceiling Carpet One Park Company Stone Holding Company Waterfront Kitchen & Bath (Northern Plumbing Supply)

Photo Captions (facing page) • 1: Members help themselves to free lunch, sponsored by NAI North Central. • 2: Ashleigh Smith and Christina Graalum, First International Bank & Trust, hosted “Cooler Chipping” on hole 18. • 3: Ferguson, Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Showroom hosted “Driving for HBC” on hole nine where Jon Miller would drive for golfers in exchange for a donation to Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation. • 4: Jason Eid, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc.; Sam Wakefield, D & M Industries; Ken Schneider, American Federal Bank; with Registration & Cart Sponsor Curt Erickson, Marvin Windows & Doors. • 5: As beverage sponsor, Rebecca Paulsen, Cambria, spent the day providing cold Bud Light to thirsty golfers. • 6: Ursula Hegvik, Smart Spaces; Broc Roberson, Stone Ridge Builders; Monica Hart, Monica Hart Interior Design; and Trevor Odden, Stone Ridge Builders. • 7: The winners of the day with a low score of 56 were Jeff Brown, Nick Kossick, Corey Schultz and Chad Charon from Hebron Brick Supply. • 8: Nicole Plecity and Stacey Herbel, Gate City Bank, hosted Norwegian Golf on hole one.

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Door prizes donated by:

Allied Building Products Corp. Cambria CornerStone Bank Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead Rigels, Inc. Lampert Lumber

Promotional bag items donated by: Dakota Fastening First International Bank & Trust Gate City Bank Marvin Windows & Doors Minnkota Windows, Inc.

Game on a Hole Winners Hole #1 – Gate City Bank – Norwegian Golf - $50 gift card • Steve Kelley – ABC Seamless Hole #2 – TRN Abstract & Title – Register to Win - $50 Scheels gift card • Eric Bye – Urban Prairie Homes Hole #9 – Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Showroom – Driving for HBC • Raised $185 for HBC. Thank you! Hole #15 – HBA of F-M - Most balls in the water – Golf balls • Monica Hart, Monica Hart Interior Design, Inc.; Ursula Hegvik, Smart Spaces, Inc. and Trevor Odden & Broc Roberson, Stone Ridge Builders, Inc. Hole #18 – First International Bank & Trust – Cooler Chipping - $50 gift card • Jesse Rostad – BlackRidgeBANK Red Dot Game – HBA of F-M – $50 Oxbow gift card • Steve Wilson – Lampert Lumber Closest to Pin • Corey Schultz – Hebron Brick Supply Longest Drive • Jaeden Pederson – ABC Seamless Longest Putt • Ken Schneider – American Federal Bank

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HBA of F-M Membership Meetings HBA schedules Family Picnic, Associate Thank You! Appreciation event Aug. 7 2014 Membership by Allison Weckman, Membership & Marketing Coordinator Meeting Sponsors What better way to celebrate Associate Appreciation month than with a free *as of 6/23/14

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picnic? Join us for our next member meeting, the Associate Appreciation & Family Picnic Aug. 7 at the main shelter in Lindenwood Park. The fun starts at 5 p.m. with dinner at Family Picnic 5:30 p.m. Children can enjoy inflatable Details: games from Games Galore and adults can Aug. 7 partake in craft beer and wine tasting. Lindenwood Park Dinner consists of the ultimate picnic Main Shelter meal: burgers and hot dogs fresh off the 1905 Roger Maris Dr., Fargo grill - with potato salad, chips, beverages Social: 5 p.m. and cupcakes served by Builder members (beer & wine tasting) to show appreciation for the HBA’s Dinner: 5:30 p.m. Associates. Cost: We will also award prizes to Associate • Free: If pre-registered by members in attendance with a grand Aug. 4 prize of dinner out on the HBA and a free • $10: Late registrations, half-page ad for one month in the Plains no-shows and walk-ins Builder. Menu: Burgers, hot dogs, The event is free to members if potato salad, chips, cupcakes registered by Aug. 4. Late registrations, and beverages. walk-ins and no-shows will be charged $10. Please be sure to register for the You must cancel 24 hours in event so we have enough food. You must advance or you will be billed cancel 24 hours in advance or you will be for the event. billed for the event. Don’t miss the good food, company and fun at the HBA’s Family Picnic and Associate Appreciation Night Aug. 7 at Lindenwood Park in Fargo!

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Remodelers Council Focus Arvig Security & Surveillance by Krista Mund, Communications Manager

Established in 1950, Arvig has grown from a small, family-owned East Ottertail Telephone Company to one of the largest independent telecommunications providers in the nation. Like many family-owned businesses in Minnesota, an entrepreneurial spirit has driven the growth of the company. Tim Sullivan is security solutions account manager and has worked for Arvig Tim Sullivan the past seven years. He has over 20 years of experience in sales and management in the wireless communications industry and his education includes a bachelor’s degree in marketing and mass communications from Minnesota State University Moorhead. According to Sullivan, the company is a low-voltage contractor that specializes in security needs of business and residential customers. This includes new and existing home network cabling, intrusion security systems (burglar alarms), surveillance security cameras, home automation (lights, door locks, shades, ceiling fans and HVAC) and home access control. Arvig Security & Surveillance joined the HBA of F-M in 2006, and became part of the Remodelers Council last year. Sullivan said that involvement provides a way to make contacts in the industry. “Getting involved directly with the people who build and remodel homes in the community is the best way to help promote what Arvig can do for its customers,” he says. “Collaboration between other contractors and builders is a great way to network and build trust in the community. Arvig has always given back to the communities we serve.” The company’s roots are in Perham, Walker and Twin Valley, Minn. Today, Arvig’s service area has grown substantially to include many more Minnesota communities: It now provides telephone to nearly 66,000 customers, television to more than 24,000 customers and Internet to more than 36,300 customers, and has a service area that covers more than 9,000 square miles. Arvig currently employs more than 50 people in the Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo area. Sullivan says it recently purchased a building at 5602 36th St. S. in Fargo in the Frontier addition. This building will house a data communications security division as well as Smart Search advertising, Time Communications (call center) and business phone systems divisions. Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70. If you are interested in joining, contact the HBA of F-M at (701) 2325846 or info@hbafm.com.

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HBA, HBC support NAHB Student Chapters at area schools by Jenny Erickson, Director of Development & Education

The National Association of Home Builders supports Student Chapters throughout the country. The chapters are made up of students pursuing degrees within the construction industry. The mission statement is: the NAHB Student Chapters program is dedicated to enriching the educational experience of students by offering them firsthand exposure to the real world of the building industry through NAHB membership, educational programming and networking opportunities. National dues are only $5 which provide many benefits, including: • Scholarships through the National Housing Endowment and Home Builders Care of FargoMoorhead Foundation. • International Builders Show registration fee of only $30. • Member discounts for NAHB Education and BuilderBooks.com. • Access to members-only content on nahb.org and NAHB staff. • Ability to attend HBA of F-M events at student rates. • Opportunity to work at HBA of F-M events like the Red River Valley Home & Garden Show to earn funds for their Student Chapter. Locally, HBA of F-M sponsors four Student Chapters. There is a chapter at Minnesota State Community and Technical College, Minnesota State University-Moorhead, North Dakota State College of Science and North Dakota State University. With two chapters in two-year programs and two in four-year programs, we are fortunate to have a wide variety of students in different programs. Student Chapters are an important aspect of the Home Builders Care and HBA of F-M workforce development plan. We will be strengthening our relationships with our Student Chapters. If you attended any of these schools, would like to hire from these schools or just support the programs, please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com

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HBA of F-M Industry Spotlight Thomsen Homes, LLC 4650 38th Ave S Ste 140 • Fargo, ND 58104 (701) 478-3000 www.thomsenhomesllc.com

Terry Welle Construction Inc. PO Box 9361 • Fargo, ND 58106 (701) 241-9157

What is your company’s focus?

“At Thomsen Homes, we are dedicated to offering our customers an affordable, high-quality, newconstruction home in the F-M area.”

What is the latest trend in your business/industry?

“Currently, we are working on a project called The House That Likes Built. It is an interactive project Chris Thomsen involving Facebook and the F-M area. Every Monday, we post a collection of design options on our Facebook page for the house. People who like our page can vote on their favorite selection by liking and sharing the photo of their choice. The option with the most votes by noon that Friday is the winner and will be included in the house. “The project has been running since February, starting with voting on the development lot, and will end in September. It can be viewed on the 2014 Fall Parade of Homes. “We are very excited about this project and think it has been a great way to get the community involved through social media, as well as showcase the many selection options that we have to offer. The House That Likes Built is definitely the first of its kind in the Fargo-Moorhead area!” Thomsen Homes continued on page 33

“Terry Welle Construction, Inc., focuses on building multi-family residential construction.”

What is the latest trend in your business/industry?

“The latest trend in multi-family construction is the significant increase in demand for amenity upgrades and highend finishes. We are also seeing people Terry Welle that previously owned single-family homes wanting to move into high-end rental properties. These people are predominately ‘empty nesters.’”

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

“The increase in demand for high-end finishes and upgraded amenities has made it challenging to contain cost on the project to make sure that rent prices are competitive in our market. Our booming housing market has also put pressure on builders and subcontractors to get projects done on time with challenges in sourcing enough skilled labor and materials. The labor force isn’t currently large enough to supply the demand for housing. In order to offset this, I now schedule subcontractors much further in advance to ensure that I can meet all deadlines.”

The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry: Builders – Combination, Commercial, Custom Homes, Log Homes, Multi-Family, Other, Residential Abodz Adams Development Company APM, LLLP Balzum Construction, Inc. B-Dirt Construction, LLC Benjamin Custom Homes, LLC Bennett’s Home Repair BMW Homes, Inc. Bob Schmit Construction & Installation, Inc. Brad Paul Enterprises, Inc. Brekke Custom Homes, Inc. Brookstone Property Brown Construction Inc. Buchholz-Mastel Construction Inc. Building Concepts, Inc. Carpenter Homes Casey Construction Century Builders Cooper Bros. Construction, Inc. Cornerstone Specialties, Inc.

Crist Construction, Inc. CS DuBois Construction, Inc. CSI D & U Construction, Inc. Dabbert Custom Homes Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. Dale Buchholz Construction Dan Lindquist Construction, Inc. Dan Savageau Construction Inc. Dave Anderson Construction Dave Honkomp Construction Dave Meyer Construction Dave Schmidt Construction, Inc. Delaney Homes, Inc. Delta Design & Construction, Inc. Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead Dietrich Construction, LLC Dietrich Homes, Inc. Differding Signature Homes Doug Mjolsness Construction Inc. Dream Homes LLC

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Dustin Murray Construction Eid-Co Buildings, Inc. Engberg Builders Inc. Equity Home Builders, LLC Eric Berg Construction, Inc. Erickson Contracting of F-M, Inc. Fercho Construction & Property Management Fine Line Home Builders, Inc. Fiske Construction, LLP Foltz Buildings Footitt Homes, Inc. Funfar Construction, Inc. Gast Construction Co. Inc. GOLDMARK Property Management H2 Design / Build Hanson Bros., Inc. Harry Gilbertson Construction Heide Construction, Inc. Heritage Homes Spotlight continued on next page

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HBA of F-M Associate Member Feature labor. Kelly says Labor Masters’ approach to day labor Labor Masters differentiates them from competitors. Company’s approach to temp labor results in better workers by Chelsea Smith, Communications & Office Coordinator

Labor Masters opened in January, but this new company has years of experience behind its doors. Nancy Kelly founded Labor Masters after 17 years of working in the employment industry. She has a bachelor’s degree from North Dakota State University and previously worked for Labor Ready, Labor Now, Command Labor and Heartland Labor before starting her own business. Nancy Kelly Kelly works alongside her mother Marilyn Beaton and Chief Financial Officer Vickie Hendrickson. Hendrickson has over 20 years experience in finance, dealing specifically with the construction industry. Beaton helps take applications and keeps the business organized. Labor Masters provides last-minute, temporary help in the construction industry, production, manufacturing and food processing industries, with a focus on daily temporary Spotlight continued from previous page

Holly & Company Classic Homes Innovation Development, Inc. Innovative Basement Systems & Egress Windows ISR Homes J & L Construction J.V. Hough, Inc. Jay Dietz Construction, Inc. Jordahl Custom Homes, Inc. Kallod Construction Inc. KBW associates, inc. Ken Roseth, Noridian, Director of Facilities Kiedrowski Construction LLC Knoke Seamless Siding & Gutters LLC Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc. Krueger Construction, Inc. Kummer Construction Inc. KWA Constructors, Inc. Labellken Homes Landmark Homes Lee Jones & Son Construction Co. Luxe Custom Homes Mahan Construction, Inc. Matrix Properties Corporation Meinecke Johnson Company MinKo Construction, Inc. Minnesota State Community and Technical College

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“We have a beautiful, spacious lobby with great amenities for our temporary employees,” she says. “We feel that happy and appreciated temps will be better workers out in the field.” In this industry, the number of employers using temporary services has never been greater. This allows job seekers the opportunity to try a wide variety of employers. Kelly enjoys both assisting her customers in finding workers to help them finish projects, and finding jobs for people to aid in their success. She believes the extremely low unemployment rate and reaching potential workers in this social media age are two of her industry’s biggest challenges. Labor Masters stays active on Facebook, Craigslist and the radio to get the word out. For others starting out in the industry, Kelly urges them to “have fun, laugh and enjoy the ups and downs. It’s an extremely rewarding career and things are bound to go wrong, but handling it with honor and a smile will make all the difference.” Labor Masters is across from Cashwise, 1404 33rd St SW #C in Fargo and the phone number is (701) 566-8755. In the future, Kelly hopes to offer Labor Masters as a franchise opportunity for women entrepreneurs, but for now they are “changing the way you look at day labor, one employee at a time.”

Monarch Homes LLC New Creations Construction, Inc. Nick Meyer Homes Norsk Builders Nor-Son, Inc. North American Building Solutions LLC North Dakota State College of Science - Architectural Drafting Department Northland Home Construction, Inc. Paula Rae Homes & Gardens, Inc. Platinum Home Contracting Inc. Plecity Kowalski Construction, Inc. Prairieland Homes LLC Qin Construction Inc. Quality Structures Inc. Radiant Creative Homes Randy Barta Construction Rempro of Moorhead ResCom RHR Construction Inc. Richard L. Pierce, Ltd. Rick Halvorson Construction Rick Samson Construction, Inc. Rivers Edge Construction RJS Building Systems, Inc. Roers’ Construction and Did you Development, know? Inc. Rokke Construction Ryland Homes

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Schmit Brothers Construction, Inc. Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead, LLC Smithco, Inc. Spire Custom Homes Split Rock Construction, Inc. St. Joseph’s Homebuilders Stan Birky Construction, Inc. Stone Ridge Builders, Inc. Stylemark Builders Inc. T & S Custom Homes, Inc. T.F. Powers Construction Terry Becker Construction, LLC Terry Welle Construction Inc. Tester and Holman Construction Thomsen Homes, LLC Tim Miller Construction LLC Titan Homes Inc. Turn Key Construction, Inc. Urban Prairie Homes V & H Construction, Inc. Van Raden Construction Inc. VanOverschelde Custom Homes, LLC Waters Construction Co Wayne Welle Construction & Cabinetry, Inc. Wendt Construction, Inc. Williams Company Construction, Inc. Woytassek Custom Homes, Inc. Zach Construction

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Chair Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting Ursula Hegvik Russ Richards Rebuilding Together Smart Spaces, Inc. (Past Chair) Fargo-Moorhead Area, Inc. (Vice Chair)

Member Companies

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

Fall Home Show slated for Sept. 26-27, booths available The HBA of F-M’s Fall Home Show at the Scheels Arena is now officially taking booth reservations from all HBA members! The show will run Sept. 2627. There are multiple booth options for optimal visibility and traffic for your company’s exhibit. The Scheels Arena offers over 46,000 square feet of potential exhibit space that flows together from the moment consumers walk through the door. See the map on the next page for booth availability and to find out what fits best for your company. Sponsorships available! Contact Jenny Erickson at Seminars are located (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com in a great spot for consumers as the room is easily accessible, near concessions and amongst the exhibit space! The HBA is looking to build on the successes of last year’s

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Remodeled Home Tour entries due July 23

The 3rd Annual Remodeled Home Tour is Sept. 13-14 and entries are due July 23. The Tour is looking for a variety of remodel projects in the FargoMoorhead area. If you are an HBA member and have a great project that has been completed within the last two years, this is the perfect event to showcase your work. This Tour provides ten times the amount of promotion for your company than you could accomplish on your own through ads on multiple radio stations, print advertising in both magazines and newspapers, mentions on applicable Fall Parade television commercials, the HBA of F-M website and Facebook page, for only $600. Plus, each entry receives a half-page in the event magazine to showcase the project and company. This all adds up to be just over $6,000 in promotional costs that you can take advantage of by being part of the Tour. There is no reason you shouldn’t take advantage of what your HBA can do to help your company promote what it does best! Contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindsey@hbafm.com with any questions or if you’d like to enter a project.

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show and continue with an aggressive advertising campaign to make sure the showâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s look is promoted to the public as the place to be for one-stop shopping for all new construction and home improvement needs. This show is for builders, remodelers and all other facets of the industry: windows, garages, landscaping, finance, etc. Please support your Association and help make it a full-service Home Show for the community to enjoy and the industry to grow. The Fall Home Show wants and needs your support. Sign up now for the 2014 Fall Home Show, Sept. 26-27, at the Scheels Arena! This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gold sponsor is Luxury Bath of Fargo and Silver sponsor is CenturyLink. Additional sponsorships are available, and the Remodelers Council is always open to ideas for the show. Contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindsey@hbafm.com.

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News from the Home Builders Care Foundation 2014 Home Builders Care Foundation stays busy with Habitat, Board of Trustees Herdina, workforce development

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

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

June was a very busy month for Home Builders Care of F-M Foundation. Our Habitat build officially kicked off June 3. Armed services veteran, Sonia Greer, and her daughter, Madison, are so excited to have a home of their own. Sonia was already close to meeting her 250 “sweat equity” hours at the beginning of the project. Thank you to all of the HBA of F-M members who have stepped up to donate labor and materials or made a monetary donation. See a full list of donors on page 8. We have already made the first-ever Veteran Build in FargoMoorhead area a success.

Herdina Academy graduates 17 students

The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades also wrapped up in June and was a great success. We saw 17 students graduate from the program. Some even had jobs before the end of the Academy. Thank you for all who supported it. See the recap and a full list of supporters on page 30-31.

HBC plans career fair involvement for workforce development

Workforce development is an important focus of the new Home Builders Care strategic plan. One of the first steps is to keep track of upcoming career fairs. Please contact Jenny Erickson with any of your company’s job openings; we want to promote those opportunities. Home Builders Care and HBA of F-M are partnering with Fargo Public Schools and the Fargo building officials to host a student event in conjunction with the North Dakota Building Officials Association meeting in September. We will hold a career fair the afternoon of Sept. 11. We would like to have a wide representation of all the trades at this career fair. Please contact Jenny Erickson if you are interested in participating. We will send detailed information this summer. Home Builders Care and HBA of F-M are trying to work closely with Minnesota State Community and Technical College and North Dakota State College of Science to promote their construction-related programs. We would like to provide logos of member companies who support the programs at these schools to use on M State’s and NDSCS’s letterhead. If you attended either of these schools, would like to hire from them, or just want to support the programs, please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm. com

Support your Foundation

HBA of F-M members have many ways to support Home Builders Care. The HBC Board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your Foundation: • Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see the facing page for levels). The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues, invest at least $365 in BUILD-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.

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For more information regarding items on pages 28-31, contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com

Framework for the Future

Framework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundation’s long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving, support additional projects and provide for endowment growth. HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community. • Triple Players: HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have, in addition to paying HBA membership dues, invested in BUILDPAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365. • Trades for Grades donors: Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given. • Builders Club: Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2,500+. • Bronze donors: $1-$499.99 • Silver donors: $500-$1,999.99 • Gold donors: $2,000 plus • Consider making your donation today and supporting HBC’s efforts in 2014. HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M. The Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area. Cash and checks are always welcome. Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will. Talk to your attorney today.

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Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2015 session. For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers. Volunteer at the Health Tech & Trades Career Expo in December. We always need people to represent our industry. Start planning an interactive booth now! Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift. We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client.

2014 Home Builders Care Foundation Donors Triple Players

Toby Christensen, Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr., Inc. John Gunkelman, Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. Gold Donors Carpenter Homes Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead Clay Dietrich, Dietrich Homes, Inc. John Gunkelman, Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. Fargo Motor Patrol Norandex Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead, LLC Silver Donors Toby Christensen, Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr. Inc. Jason Eid, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc. Bronze Donors Sheila Aman, Roers’ Construction and Development, Inc. Dave Anderson, Dave Anderson Construction Terry Becker, Terry Becker Construction, LLC Dakota Supply Group Dave’s West Fargo Tire & Service Center Gemstone Masonry Operating Company, Inc. Alan & Kim Hochhalter, Building Concepts, Inc. Home Heating, Plumbing & A/C, Inc. Ryan Hoss Nancy Kelly, Labor Masters Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc. Dave Kraemer, Minnesota State Community and Technical College Lampert Lumber Sylvia Lunski, Design Direction, Inc. Matrix Properties Corporation Paul’s Electric, Inc. Red River Electric, Inc. Eric Rokke, Rokke Construction State Bank of Hawley Structural Materials, Inc. Jeff Swenson, Twin City Garage Door, Inc. Wood Specialists Inc. Paul Younger, Minnesota State Community and Technical College

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17 students graduate from Academy

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by Jenny Erickson, Director of Development & Education

Lionel Alaniz Mabruk Astam Benjamin Dahlin Jesus Dominguez Mary Dominguez Mark George Garrett Goldader Jared Graves Achilles Hartman Abdinajib Hassan Jordein Hutson Duane Jannson Stefan Knudson Tyler Lammer Ethan Marquart Amber Pathaude Jordan Twohearts

The 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades was a great success. This academy saw 17 students graduate, many of whom were 18 years old and looking for a summer job. Contractors working with the students were pleased to have hands-on time with the students. One student was hired the first Monday of the Academy! The Herdina Academy is a great place for contractors to meet students interested in the industry and test out their skills and work ethic. Students started the two-week course with concrete prep, which many loved. They worked with contractors to pour a new concrete slab for dumpsters. The group also framed sheds from the ground up, wrapped them with Tyvek and installed siding, shingles, doors and windows. During the course, students also worked with steel studs, building small pods, and installed flooring within the pods. Minnesota State Community and Technical Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plumbing and electrical labs were opened to students to learn about those trades. The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is one of the foremost ways the HBA of F-M and Home Builders Care Foundation support workforce development. We are bringing students to the industry and helping them determine which sector they are most interested in. The Academy also helps contractors hire people who are interested in the industry. Mark your calendars for the 2015 Academy, June 1-12!

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Graduation Gift Donors ACME Tools Structural Materials, Inc. Instructors Dave Kraemer and Dave Gravdahl Academy Suppliers & Volunteers Accent Contracting New Creations Construction, Inc. Camrud-Foss Concrete Const., Inc. One Hour Heating & Air City of Fargo Conditioning and Benjamin Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. Franklin Plumbing Dakota Supply Group Opatril Concrete Construction Inc. Dave Anderson Construction Red River Electric, Inc. Dietrich Homes, Inc. Robert Gibb & Sons, Inc. Dustin Murray Construction Roers’ Construction and Eid-Co Buildings, Inc. Development, Inc. Foam Doctor’s, LLC Sig Olson & Sons Plastering Heritage Homes Smart Spaces, Inc. Job Service North Dakota Solutions Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc. Stenerson Lumber Labor Masters Structural Materials, Inc. Lavelle Company Swenson Masonry Lemke Home Improvements, Inc. Terry Becker Construction, LLC Matrix Properties Corporation Twin City Garage Door, Inc. Monarch Homes, LLC Western Products, Inc.

Photo captions (from facing page) 1., 2., 3. Students pour concrete, frame the sheds and apply siding with industry professionals. 4., 5. Students stop for photos with volunteer Ryan Johnson, Monarch Homes, LLC, and Stephanie Lindemann, Prudential Premier Real Estate. 6. Students smile for a picture during the first week of the academy. 7. Home Builders Care Foundation President Mike Anderson, Bierschbach Equipment & Supply, Inc., presents Garrett Goldader with a $500 scholarship to a trades-related program at Minnesota State Community and Technical College or the North Dakota State College of Science. 8. Randy Stach, NDSCS, presents Goldader with a $1,000 scholarship. 9. Kelly McCalla, M State, presents Mark George with a $1,000 scholarship.

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Terry Becker Terry Becker Construction, LLC Toby Christensen Camrud Foss Concrete Const., Inc. Dakota Supply Group Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes, Inc. Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings, Inc. Sheila Ellingson Roers’ Construction and Development, Inc. John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. Darrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc. Ursula Hegvik Smart Spaces, Inc. Ryan Hoss Nancy Kelly Labor Masters Dave Kraemer Minnesota State Community and Technical College Structural Materials, Inc. Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door, Inc. Paul Younger Minnesota State Community and Technical College

Committee Accomplishments

Joining a committee is a great way to meet industry peers and network! Contact the HBA of F-M if you want to learn more: (701) 232-5846 or info@hbafm.com.

Education:

Parade of Homes:

A “Parade of Homes” is designed to promote HBA Builder members to consumers. It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members. This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall Parades. Chairperson: Kim Krueger-Tehan, Krueger Construction and Castle Realty This committee is busy working on the Fall Parade of Homes, which will be Sept. 6-7 and 13-14, from noon-5 p.m each day. Entry forms went out at the end of June and will be due no later than July 23. Be on the lookout for Parade magazines, which will be in The Forum Aug. 31 and at all Hornbacher’s locations starting Sept. 2. Next Meeting: 3:30 p.m. July 21

This committee develops education programs for the Association. It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing. The committee’s purpose is to assist the development, professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industry. Chairperson: Stephanie Lindemann, Prudential Premier Real Estate The Education Committee continues to be busy and offer many education opportunities. In April and May, the committee organized four sessions on the new Fargo Floodproof Policy attended by 113 people. The HBA of F-M also hosted education sessions on deck construction and blower door tests with 29 people in attendance. In addition, HBA hosted another OSHA 10-Hour Shawn Nelson, Crane Johnson Lumber Company; Terry Lipp, Ferguson Construction Course in Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Showroom; Tom Spaeth, Accent Contracting; Dave April which attracted Anderson, Dave Anderson Construction; Terry Braaten, Braaten Cabinets, 40 attendees. Inc.; Jenne Quarve, Granites Unlimited; Joyce Balstad, Stone Countertop Outlet; Dustin Murray, Dustin Murray Construction; Diana Stead, Stone Next Meeting: 8 Holding Company; Amanda Welken, Paul Davis, Restoration & Remodeling; a.m. July 10

Public Issues:

The Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issues. Chairperson: Paul Lindemann, Lindemann Finish Carpentry, Inc. The Public Issues Committee was very active in the June North Dakota Primary Election. It hosted Candidate Forums and Tim Sullivan, Arvig Security & Surveillance; Perry Eidem, United Products endorsed candidates for Events Committee Corporation; John Gunkelman, Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc.; Ursula the Fargo mayor and Hegvik, Smart Spaces; Sylvia Lunski, Design Direction. This committee city commission races handles programming and the West Fargo and entertainment for the five Association Member city commission race. The committee also took a position Meetings, coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings supporting the West Fargo sales tax increase to support the held in June and July and the Home & Garden Show held infrastructure needs of the city, and members were happy to each February. Its purpose is to provide creative ideas, and see the ordinance pass. In Minnesota, after the failure of the support for coordination as well as logistics during each of sprinkler prohibition mandate, we are maintaining contact these events. with the Builders Association of Minnesota to regroup Chairperson: Diana Stead, Stone Holding Company and determine the next step. The committee remains very The June 17 Golf Outing proved to be another great active and up-to-date on local, state and federal issues and event. Fun was had by all and we couldn’t have had better advocating on behalf of the building industry. weather! The next and final outing for the year will be held Next meeting: 11:30 a.m. July 29 on July 8. There is still time to sign up a team as well as for Remodelers Council a sponsorship! The Events Committee is now busy helping This council represents the remodeling industry in with the Fall Home Show, which will be Sept. 26-27 at the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers the Scheels Arena. Remember to get out to the Member membership. It has its own dues and community service Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall through awards, recognition and achievement – plus they Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour. have great networking and opportunities to create new Chairperson: Tom Spaeth, Accent Contracting business relationships and friendships! The Remodelers Council hosted its annual Remodelers Next meeting: 8:15 a.m. July 11 Council Picnic May 16 to celebrate May as National

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Remodeling Month. We had nice weather and a fun crowd to support the remodeling side of the industry. The Council is now busy planning the Fall Home Show, again at the Scheel’s Arena and the Remodeled Home Tour that will be in conjunction with the final weekend of the Fall Parade of Homes Sept. 13-14. Next meeting: 8 a.m. July 17

New Member Development & Retention Committee

This combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership. It explores reasons why members join and leave, is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis. Chairperson: Drew Likness, Chase Realty The HBA of F-M competed in a national membership drive in May and we are excited to announce that we brought in nine new members and two Affiliate members! The committee will also be focusing on increasing the number of Affiliate members we have. If you have questions about Affiliate membership please contact the HBA of F-M or anyone on the membership committee! Next meeting: Noon July 14

HBA of F-M Education Opportunities Register: (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com July 24 - HBA Lunch Session: Managing Growth This session will provide information for small businesses to help manage their growth and be successful in our thriving local economy. Watch for more details soon! • 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. • Cost $10 (lunch provided) • HBA of F-M, 1802 32nd Ave. S., Fargo July 30 - NAHB Webinar: Water Features and Landscape Architecture for Single-Family Homes & Communities This session will focus on top water and landscape architecture features that home buyers want to see when they purchase either a single-family custom home or buy into an entire community. In both cases, these features contribute to a resident’s positive sense of place by creating curb appeal in the public space and an intimate, enjoyable setting in their private space. • 1 - 2 p.m. • Register at www.nahb.org

PAC

This committee works with the Public Issues Committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Builders’ political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builder’s political action committee (BUILD-PAC). It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office. Chairperson: Tyrone Leslie, Heritage Homes PAC fundraising for 2014 is underway! If you would like to contribute, contact Public Affairs Coordinator, Roz Leighton at (701) 232-5846 or roz@hbafm.com. Next meeting: 12:30 p.m. July 29

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

“Our biggest challenge at Thomsen Homes is creating a valuable home in an affordable price range. We are constantly striving to present a variety of home options for our home buyers. Many people looking to build a home don’t realize the endless selections and possibilities that we have to offer. We don’t just hand over a home; we help guide buyers through a selection process. With our smooth, hassle-free process, you select what you want according to your lifestyle. With upfront, transparent pricing, you know the price of your home every step of the way.”

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What’s up with the HBA staff Bryce Johnson - Executive Vice President

Johnson and her family have been busy this summer with the kids’ activities, camping and trips to the lake. Jenna just began her final year of pharmacy school, Hannah graduated from fifth grade and will go to a new school next year and Izzy is now in first grade!

Jenny Erickson - Director of Education & Development

been filled with soccer travel to cheer on both daughters as they compete around the region.

Lindsey Nogosek - Events Coordinator

Nogosek, her husband, Kory, and their daughter, Remy, traveled to Colorado at the end of April. Nogosek’s parents watched Remy for the week while she and Kory traveled to Breckenridge, Colo., for some rest and relaxation. In May, they celebrated Remy’s first birthday and the fact that they survived their first year of parenting! This summer they look forward to spending time together outdoors enjoying the nice weather.

Erickson traveled to Puerto Rico in March to visit her sister and enjoyed Old San Juan, the only tropical rainforest in the United States, visiting the Bacardi distillery and exploring a large cave system. In June, she spent time in Denver for a friend’s wedding and enjoying the mountains. For the rest of the summer, she looks forward to seeing if her garden produces anything, especially tomatoes. She will also spend a week at the lake with family and is excited to The HBA staff helps Communications Manager do some stand-up paddleboarding. Krista Mund celebrate her 40th birthday.

Roz Leighton - Public Affairs Coordinator

Leighton graduated from North Dakota State University in May and is settling in at the HBA. She is enjoying the warm summer weather, playing on a softball team and spending as much time outside as possible. The past two summers she was a lifeguard at Island Park Pool downtown Fargo and will return there this summer to protect the waters. She’s looking forward to spending time at her family’s cabin in Wisconsin over the 4th of July and visiting friends in Washington, D.C., in August.

Krista Mund - Communications Manager

The HBA staff helped Mund celebrate her 40th birthday last month with decorations, funeral apparel to mourn the passing of her 30s, a mug complete with a can of beer, and cupcakes! She also traveled to Memphis to take in Graceland and Beale Street with her mom over Memorial Day weekend. Other than that, her spring and summer has

the neighbor kids.

Amanda Ohlsen - Director of Accounting & Records

Ohlsen and her husband, Tyler, are busy with their young family. They love seeing their seven-month-old son, Coen, learn about the world around him and vocalize new sounds all the time. He especially zones in on big sister Kaylee, who turned three in March, as she does her best to entertain him and make him giggle. Kaylee is enjoying swimming lessons this summer and getting outside to play with

Chelsea Smith - Communications & Office Coordinator

Smith started at the HBA this May, the Monday after graduating from North Dakota State University. She has had a wonderful time getting to know her co-workers and HBA members. This summer, she has enjoyed weekends off at the lakes and not worrying about homework! She is looking forward to her family’s annual outing to a redhawk’s game.

Allison Weckman - Membership & Marketing Coordinator

Weckman, her husband Kory and their three-year-old son, Nolan, spent the spring and early summer preparing for a new baby at their house. Hopefully by the time you read this they will have welcomed their new daughter, but at press time she had not yet arrived.

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Increasing momentum, reduced headwinds

Despite GDP growth stalling in quarter one due to the polar vortex, slower inventory accumulation and mildly lower exports, the economic recovery remains intact. The anemic performance of the U.S. economy from January through March was aberrant, and the incoming employment, manufacturing and consumer spending data Elliot all point to an economic pickup. GDP growth the rest of Eisenberg, the year should average 3 percent, with growth in quarter Ph.D., two closer to 3.25 percent as the economy rebounds from Graphsand the harsh winter. In addition, reduced fiscal drag from Laughs, LLC Washington, D.C., increased hiring and spending by state and local governments, and increased corporate spending on plant and equipment suggest we are finally entering a period of faster growth. That said, economically all is not well. Wage growth remains anemic and while the unemployment rate is 6.3 percent, down from 10 percent, the fall is largely due to a decline in the labor-force participation rate. The ranks of the long-term unemployed remain elevated, along with the number of those working part-time because they can’t find full time work. Add to that, average overtime hours that are remarkably high, and termination rates that are very low, and what you have are employers very reluctant to hire. This situation cannot persist, and of late job creation numbers have been on the upswing. Therefore, net job creation will rise from 200,000 per month, where it has been for the past year, to 220,000 or 225,000 by year end and unemployment will probably fall to 6.1 percent. I expect wage growth to start picking up steam in 2015. The biggest drag on the economy is housing. After a promising first half of 2013, the housing market is, at best, flat. While rising interest rates and home prices, a lack of inventory and lots, shortages of materials and labor, and a lack of credit and first-time buyers play a part, weak household formation is the main culprit. After averaging over 1.2 million in the years prior to the Great Recession, household formations have been averaging 500,000 since the end of the recession. The good news: Household formation will rise now that all eight million jobs lost during the recession have been finally made up. We are no longer making up lost ground. Because of this, new single-family construction activity in 2014 will reach 700,000, with multi-family adding 350,000, while existing home sales should be down slightly from last year. As for inflation, it’s benign. No matter how measured, there is no inflation to speak of in the U.S. Commodity prices will remain well-behaved given weak demand due to economic slowing in China and weak growth in Europe and the developing nations. Absent some sort of geopolitical crisis, energy prices will remain where they are thanks to record U.S. oil production. As a result, expect tapering to end in November and for the Federal Reserve to begin raising shortterm interest rates by mid-2015. However, long-term rates have bottomed and ten-year treasuries will end the year at about 3 percent as the economy steadily strengthens. In short, the economy is improving and quarter one was a speed bump. Long term rates will rise, short-term rates will remain unchanged, and household spending will limp into 2015, with prices rising slightly. Most critically, household formation will strengthen and corporate, state and local government spending will rise. Lastly, the likelihood of a recession during the next six months is virtually zero. Elliot Eisenberg, Ph.D. is president of GraphsandLaughs, LLC, and can be reached at Elliot@graphsandlaughs.net. His daily 70-word economics and policy blog can be seen at www.econ70.com.

NAWIC #256 Corner: STEM and Construction by Amy Berg, NAWIC Chapter Member

What is STEM? And how does it relate to the construction industry? STEM – Science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Learning in these four curriculums is essential for all of our primary and secondary students regardless of their future career which includes the construction industry. David DeMuth, Jr., executive director of the Great Plains STEM Education Center and professor at Valley City State University, will be the featured speaker at the Fargo-Moorhead #246 August meeting. Joining him will be Ryan Aasheim also of the North Dakota STEM Network. Some of the items to be discussed are: • the percentage of women in the various construction industries/activities in North Dakota and Minnesota; • salary comparisons between women and men in the industry; and • educational attainment necessary or desired for construction and/or construction-related fields. Please join us Aug. 14 at the Holiday Inn. Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m. with dinner at 6 p.m. and program at 6:30 p.m. The monthly membership meeting will immediately follow the program. On Sept. 11, we will host our 14th Annual Golf Tournament at Rose Creek Golf Course. For more details about our upcoming programs go to: www. nawicfm246.org. Or for more information about NAWIC, visit www.nawic.org.

Builders: Mark your calendar – Fall Parade of Homes Sept. 6-7 & 13-14 July

2014 Plains Builder

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

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Darrick Guthmiller............................................................Kochmann Brothers Homes................................................................................................... 4 Ken Krajsa.......................................................................Bell State Bank & Trust........................................................................................................... 3 John Koerselman.............................................................Red River Drywall & Painting Services, Inc............................................................................ 3 Isaac Johnson.................................................................Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND................................................................................................ 2 Chris Kulesa....................................................................Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND................................................................................................ 2 Dawn Schmitt..................................................................Braaten Cabinets.................................................................................................................... 2 Drew Likness...................................................................Chase Realty.......................................................................................................................... 2 Paul Krabbenhoft.............................................................Coldwell Banker First Realty.................................................................................................. 2 Don Dabbert Jr................................................................Dabbert Custom Homes......................................................................................................... 2 Dan Lindquist...................................................................Dan Lindquist Construction, Inc.............................................................................................. 2 Tom Spaeth.....................................................................Accent Contracting................................................................................................................. 1 Kent Westby.....................................................................Alliance................................................................................................................................... 1 Ryan Hoss.......................................................................Baker Nursery Garden & Gift................................................................................................. 1 Pat Bellmore....................................................................Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND................................................................................................ 1 Marc Knutson..................................................................BlackRidge BANK.................................................................................................................. 1 Jo Carney........................................................................Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND................................................................................................ 1 Mike Brekke.....................................................................Brekke Custom Homes.......................................................................................................... 1 Chris Schuler...................................................................Century Builders..................................................................................................................... 1 Gary Orth........................................................................Cornerstone Specialties......................................................................................................... 1 John Gunkelman.............................................................Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc.......................................................................................... 1 Lori Funfar.......................................................................Deckmasters.......................................................................................................................... 1 Ron Dick..........................................................................Design 7................................................................................................................................. 1 Kyle Eid...........................................................................Eid-Co Buildings, Inc.............................................................................................................. 1 Jason Eid.........................................................................Eid-Co Buildings, Inc.............................................................................................................. 1 Erik Johnson....................................................................Erik R Johnson & Associates................................................................................................. 1 Terry Lipp.........................................................................Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Showroom....................................................................... 1 Dan VanWinkle................................................................First Class Mortgage.............................................................................................................. 1 Jim Gast..........................................................................Gast Construction................................................................................................................... 1 Paul Linstad.....................................................................Grant’s Mechanical................................................................................................................. 1 Don Hastings...................................................................Hastings Comfort Solutions.................................................................................................... 1 Dean Halvorson...............................................................Home Improvement by Stenerson.......................................................................................... 1 Joel Peterson...................................................................JPD Electric............................................................................................................................ 1 Steve Meyer.....................................................................Lampert Lumber..................................................................................................................... 1 Jeremy Wallace...............................................................Luxury Builders...................................................................................................................... 1 Dawn Lahlum...................................................................Park Company Realtors......................................................................................................... 1 Les Stenerson.................................................................Stenerson Lumber.................................................................................................................. 1 Casey Beckerleg.............................................................Stenerson Lumber.................................................................................................................. 1 Nancy Michelsen.............................................................Vivid Interiors.......................................................................................................................... 1 Riley Rude.......................................................................Western State Bank............................................................................................................... 1 Galen Gess......................................................................Windows Plus......................................................................................................................... 1

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

Update your HBA Membership Directory & Consumer Guide

Know someone who would make a great member?

Non-renewals:

Let the New Member Development Committee know! Contact the HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or info@hbafm.com.

Williams Company Construction, Inc. Builder • Duffy Williams • (701) 293-0740 Kvamme Real Estate - Steven Ritter, Realtor Associate • Steve Ritter • (701) 730-0963 36

Summer is here and the winds are blowin’!

Builders and developers - don’t forget to keep your work sites clean and tidy. Your projects are a reflection on the entire building industry.

2014 Plains Builder

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HBA of F-M New Member Report

Welcome to our new members!

Al & Curt Hektner Insurance Inc

Comstock Holding Co Real Estate and Sales Scott Kjos 2710 32nd Ave S Fargo, ND 58103 (701) 277-9433 Sponsor: Marc Knutson, BlackRidge BANK

Insurance Curtis Hektner 3301 13th Ave S Suite 104 Fargo, ND 58103 (701) 271-6922 Sponsor: Kent Westby, Alliance Inc

Haga & Associates

Arlyn’s Insulation, LLC

Jenson Construction Services

Insulation and Energy Arlyn Follingstad 2515 58th Ave S Fargo, ND 58104 (701) 232-3891 Sponsor: Mike Brekke, Brekke Custom Homes

Accountants Gerald Haga 4654 Amber Valley Pkwy S Fargo, ND 58104 (701) 277-3111 Sponsor: John Gunkelman, Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc.

Builder - General Lynn Jenson 1020 8th St S Fargo, ND 58103 (701) 866-4032 Sponsor: Paul Krabbenhoft, Coldwell Banker First Realty

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

HBA of F-M Member Renewal Report Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M. The number of years they’ve been members is reflected behind the company name. If you notice discrepancies, please let us know so we can update our records: (701) 232-5846. (Allow 60 days for name to reappear.) Mid-States Truss Company.................................................43 JDP Electric, Inc.................................................................15 Park Co. Realtors................................................................41 Robert Gibb & Sons, Inc.....................................................14 Roggensack Insulation, Inc.................................................39 Universal Carpet Service Inc..............................................13 Red River Excavating.........................................................38 The Holdahl Company........................................................10 Fargo Tractor.......................................................................34 Master Construction Co., Inc..............................................10 Tri-City Publications............................................................31 Plecity Kowalski Construction, Inc........................................9 Mid-States Wireless, Inc.....................................................31 Stan Birky Construction, Inc.................................................9 Quality Concrete, Inc..........................................................29 Red River Drywall & Painting Services, Inc..........................9 Dietrich Construction, LLC.................................................28 Runger’s Heating and Air Conditioning.................................9 RRC Specialties, Inc...........................................................25 Acme Investment Company..................................................9 DECKMASTERS................................................................24 New Horizons Electric, Inc....................................................8 Foam Doctor’s, LLC............................................................23 Park Company Mortgage......................................................8 Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc......................................21 Tecton Products, LLC...........................................................8 Solutions.............................................................................21 Prosper Electric....................................................................8 Northland Glass and Glazing, LLC.....................................21 Stone Holding Company.......................................................7 Cullen Insulation, Inc..........................................................19 Winter Wilson Siding Inc.......................................................7 Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau.................19 Diamond Vogel Paints...........................................................6 Anderson & Fercho, PLLC..................................................18 Grant’s Mechanical, Inc........................................................6 S & S Landscaping Company, Inc......................................18 Paul’s Electric, Inc.................................................................6 Kvamme Real Estate..........................................................17 Thomsen Homes, LLC..........................................................5 Property Resources Group.................................................17 Cambria................................................................................4 Bosh Enterprises, Inc.........................................................17 Miller & Sons Drywall, Inc.....................................................3 Mark’s Electric, Inc..............................................................17 Iron Unlimited Inc..................................................................3 Balzum Construction, Inc....................................................16 Sanitation Products, Inc........................................................2 FM Printing & Office Supply...............................................16 L2H Development LLC.........................................................1

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2014 Plains Builder

Advertiser Index

Calendar of Events

ACME TOOLS....................................................................................... 33

June 2014

Aggregate Industries, Inc. - North Central Region................................. 17

July 3..........................................................................HBA closes at noon July 4.................................................. HBA closed for Independence Day

Bell State Bank & Trust.......................................................................... 22 Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND................................................................ 21 Butler Machinery Company................................................................... 21

July 8 ..................................................Golf Outing - Oxbow Country Club

BW Insurance Agency, Inc..................................................................... 19

July 9................................. Home Builders Care board meeting at 11:30 a.m.

Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr. Inc....................................................... 19

July 10........................................ Education Committee meeting at 8 a.m.

Carpet World......................................................................................... 22 Cass County Abstract Company........................................................... 22

July 11........................................ Events Committee meeting at 8:15 a.m.

Cass County Electric Cooperative......................................................... 22

July 11........................................................................HBA closes at noon

Coldwell Banker First Realty................................................................... 7

July 14......................New Member Development & Retention Committee meeting at noon July 14.................................HBA Executive Committee meeting at 2 p.m.

Crane Johnson Lumber Company......................................................... 40 DECKMASTERS................................................................................... 21 Goodin Company................................................................................... 39 Hauck & Buchholz Drywall, Inc................................................................ 7

July 15................................... HBA Board of Directors meeting at 11 a.m.

Lampert Lumber.................................................................................... 34

July 17..........................................Remodelers Council meeting at 8 a.m.

Mid-States Truss Company.................................................................... 40

July 21....................... Parade of Homes Committee meeting at 3:30 p.m. July 23.................................... Muddy Boots Contractor Lunch at 11 a.m. July 24......................................................... Lunch Session at 11:30 a.m. July 29................................Public Issues Committee meeting 11:30 a.m. July 31............... Health Plan Management Committee meeting at 9 a.m.

Minnkota Windows, Inc............................................................................2 Northland Truss Systems, Inc................................................................15 Property Resources Group......................................................................9 Rigels, Inc..............................................................................................15 Stenerson Lumber.................................................................................19 The Title Company................................................................................22 Xcel Energy.............................................................................................3 Interested in advertising? Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com

May’s Guess Who is unsolved! 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. Hints: May’s Guess Who!

• He played the trumpet in grade school. • He is a fan of hockey and the Vikings. • He has a twin brother. • He sure “wood” like to help you with construction material needs, and he “cares” a lot about our industry.

Bonus hint: You can find his name on page 28!

June’s Guess Who is unsolved! 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. June’s Guess Who!

Hints: • She grew up in Fargo and attended NDSU. • She is married to someone who is also involved with the HBA. • The meaning of her first name is crowned in victory.

Bonus hint: She just joined Prudential Premier Real Estate! **Page 4**

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Each fall, two HBA of F-M members receive its highest honor: the Builder and Associate of the Year awards. The awards are based on work expended in the interest of fellow members, Association and community within the past year (Aug. 1, 2013 - July 31, 2014). These members are judged on:

1. Member Involvement and Industry Promotion (30 points) HBA of F-M involvement and what it has meant to the nominee personally and professionally over the years. The ways he/she furthers good business practices and promotes the home building industry to the general public. 2. Civic Activity (15 points) Local, state and national level participation in civic and service clubs, charitable activities, political commissions, fraternal or religious groups, etc. 3. Professional Accomplishments (20 points) For business owners, the development of his or her business from beginning to present. For employees of member companies, his/her role in the business and how he/she has developed it from the time started to the present. Also, actions taken to improve upon professionalism and or role in the trades industry. 4. Local Association Activity (30 points) Association offices and committee work, special assignments, membership recruitment, etc. 5. State and National Association Activities (5 points) Offices held and committee work, attendance and participation at state conventions, directors meetings, etc. Recipients of the Builder & Associate of the Year Awards will be chosen by a committee consisting of past winners, board members and HBA of F-M staff. The award will be presented at the Oct. 30 Member Meeting/Annual Meeting. Local winners go on to represent the HBA of F-M for consideration in the North Dakota Association of Builders’ Builder and Associate of the Year awards selection in November.

(Please make copies of this form, if needed.) I nominate:___________________________________________________________ Name Company

Reasons for nomination:_________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ My name/company:____________________________________________________ Submit your nomination(s) by faxing, emailing or mailing this form to the HBA of F-M office before Aug. 15, 2014. HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave. S. • Fargo, ND 58103 (701) 232-5846 • (701) 280-1108 fax • info@hbafm.com • www.hbafm.com

The Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead promotes an environment in which members and their businesses can prosper.

Past Builder of the Year Award Winners 1982................................. Gerald Eid �� Eid-Co Buildings 1983................................. John Mahan ��Mahan Construction 1984................................. Don Barnum ��ABC Seamless 1985................................. Roy Van Raden ��Van Raden Homes 1986................................. Charles Funfar �� Funfar Construction 1987................................. Michael Duffy ��Michael Duffy Co. 1988................................. Al Carlson ��Sun Builders Ltd. 1989................................. Terry Welle ��Terry Welle Construction 1990................................. Lowell Regstad �� Regstad Construction 1991................................. Bob Rood �� Robert Rood Contracting 1993................................. Rick Duval ��Rick Duval Construction 1994................................. Paul Kochmann ��Kochmann Brothers Homes 1995................................. Stan Ryland �� Ryland Homes 1996................................. Dan Passolt �� Paragon Builders 1997................................. Bob Footitt �� Bob Footitt Construction 1998................................. Mike Bullinger �� Western Products 2002................................. Dave Anderson �� Dave Anderson Construction 2004................................. Vern Hanson ��Hanson Bros., Inc. 2005................................. Mike Arnold ��Accent Contracting 2006................................. Kenneth Andersen �� KWA Constructors, Inc. 2007................................. Dan Lindquist �� Dan Lindquist Construction, Inc. 2008................................. Tyrone Leslie ��Heritage Homes 1992, 1999....................... Bob Kochmann ��Kochmann Brothers Homes 2000, 2003 ...................... Don Dabbert, Jr. ��Contemporary Builders, Inc. 2001, 2009, 2010............. John Gunkelman ��Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. 2011................................. Jason Eid ��Eid-Co Buildings, Inc. 2012................................. Dave Anderson �� Dave Anderson Construction 2013................................. Darrick Guthmiller �� Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc.

Past Associate of the Year Award Winners 1982................................. Bob Rood �� Consolidated Building Supply 1983................................. Rod Paseka �� Hebron Brick Supply 1984................................. Vince Haugen �� Haugen Masonry 1985................................. Ross Mathews �� Mathews Electric Company 1986................................. Dick Alsop �� Interior Lumber Company 1987................................. Fred Ishaug ��Star Concrete 1988................................. Jeff Swenson ��Twin City Garage Door 1989................................. Pete Polansky ��Hebron Brick Supply Company 1990................................. Phil McShane ��First Interstate Bank 1991................................. Dale Long �� Sears Contract Sales 1992................................. Bob Steckroat �� Mid-States Truss Company 1993................................. Chuck Huck ��Red River Electric, Inc. 1995................................. Marshal Albright �� Cass County Electric Cooperative 1996................................. Ryan Hoss ��Baker Nursery 1997................................. Gary Opp ��Opp Construction 1998................................. Rob Lyngstad �� E.W. Wylie Corporation 1999................................. Tim O’Leary ��Northern States Power 2000................................. Mark Calawerts ��Pella Windows & Doors 2001................................. Bruce Clapham �� Charleswood, Inc. 2002................................. Pat McManus ��McManus & Associates 2003................................. Jane Volk ��Gate City Bank 1994, 2004....................... Ken Krajsa �� State Bank & Trust 2005................................. Brent Atkins �� Minnkota Windows, Inc. 2006................................. LaVonne Selberg �� Nodak Stores 2007................................. Peggy Palmes �� TRN Abstract & Title 2008................................. Nancy Kelly �� Command Center 2009................................. John Vastag �� Laney’s, Inc. 2010................................. Toby Christensen ��Camrud Foss Concrete Constr., Inc. 2011................................. John Koerselman.............................. Red River Drywall & Painting Services, Inc. 2012................................. Sylvia Lunski �� Design Direction, Inc. 2013................................. Terry Lipp...................................... Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Showroom

HBA of F-M Associate members! It’s time to nominate your favorite HBA of F-M Builder member(s) for the

BEAM Award BUILDERS ENGAGING ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

Which Builders exemplify ‘It’s good business to do business with a member?’

he National Association of Home Builders “BEAM” (Builders Engaging Associate Members) award is an honor bestowed on one Builder (or local entity) chosen by a committee of Associate members as the one who personifies the motto, “It’s good business to do business with a member.” The HBA of F-M names a winner on the local level that advances to the state (North Dakota Association of Builders) level, and possibly to the national level. The Builder member nominees will be evaluated for the business period of May 31, 2013 – June 1, 2014, on: • Loyalty • Ethics • Trust • Communication • Consideration Two Builder members who receive the most nominations will be notified and asked to submit their list of suppliers/trade contractors. HBA of F-M staff will compare those lists, and send common companies the Builder evaulation form. A committee of past HBA of F-M Associates of the Year reviews the evaluations and chooses a winner.

Loyalty

My BEAM Nominations: 1.__________________________ 2.__________________________ 3.__________________________ 4.__________________________ 5.__________________________ Submitted by: Associate Member/

Nominator Name (required):________________________________________ Company:_______________________________________________________

Submittal deadline: Aug. 15

Return form to: HBA of F-M, 1802 32nd Ave. S., Fargo, N.D. 58103 (701) 280-1108 fax or info@hbafm.com Questions? Contact Krista Mund at (701) 232-5846 or kristam@hbafm.com

Past Winners • • •

2013: Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc. 2012: John Gunkelman, Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. 2011: Hanson Bros., Inc.

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You must be an Associate or Associate Affiliate HBA of F-M member (not a Builder) to make nominations. You must provide your name on this nomination form. You can nominate up to five Builder members. You must submit your nominations by Aug. 15.

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To see a list of eligible HBA of F-M Builder members, visit www.hbafm.com. Click “Directory,” and search by Member Type: Builder.

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The Home Builders Association of FargoMoorhead offers an affiliate membership which allows employees of member companies to become members at the low rate of only $30 per person.

Affiliate Member Benefits • Name listed in the printed and online versions of the HBA of F-M Membership Directory and Consumer Guide • Individual subscription to the HBA of F-M monthly newsletter, the Plains Builder • Member of NAHB with individual PIN

In the past, employees may have had to rely on the • Access to NAHB’s members-only website primary contact to share association information, but • Access to the HBA of F-M’s members-only website now all employees can access all the benefits directly. In addition, Affiliate Members will be listed in the • Individual email subscription to NAHB’s Membership Directory and Consumer Guide and be in the Nation’s Building News online membership directory. • 20% discount on all NAHB Bookstore products Affiliate membership is available to employees of HBA of • Member discounts for conventions including F-M member companies in good standing. International Builders’ Show Health insurance coverage through the Fargo-Moorhead • Participate in NAHB’s education programs and seminars Home Builders Health Plan & Trust is only available to the employees of member companies participating on the plan.

Only member companies and their Affiliates will be listed in the Membership Directory and Consumer Guide. Please use this form to apply for Affiliate Membership and have your name listed in the Membership Directory and Consumer Guide.

Affiliate Applicant: HBA Member Company: Address: Phone: Cell Phone: Email: Signature: Please check how you would prefer to receive HBA communications: ___ Email ___Mail In making this application, I agree to abide by the constitution and bylaws and all amendments thereof, of the National Association of Home Builders of the United States and of the affiliated local association known as the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead and subscribe to their codes of ethics. In the event of cancellation of membership in the Association, I agree to discontinue immediately the use of its insignia in any form. Enclosed is remittance of dues, $30 payable to Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead, representing my annual dues.

Payment of $30 must be received with application. Please return this form with a check or credit card number to Allison Weckman, allisonw@hbafm.com. Visa or Mastercard #: Billing Address:

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Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead • 1802 32nd Ave. S • Fargo, N.D. 58103 (701) 232-5846 • Fax: (701) 280-1108 • www.hbafm.com