PWB Update!

by Natalie Janney, Multi/Tech Engineering, PWB Chair

As our PWB council reaches is first full year, we are accelerating with some fun projects and events this summer.

In July, we will be gathering to enjoy the Tour of Homes. On Sunday, July 16th, you can join us for brunch and then we will carpool/caravan to see some of the homes on the Tour. This will be a fun way to network, have community and support our fellow HBA members. Spouses and friends are welcome to join.

We are having our first ever PWB BuildCamp at the end of July. The intention of the camp is to introduce kids to construction with hands-on projects. The camp is aimed at kids entering 7th through 10th grade and it is free for the students. The campers will be constructing Zen Dens that will be used in the local high schools. These are phone-free zones the kids can use to have a quiet moment. CTEC is providing the facilities and the kids will get hands on instruction and lunch provided every day of the camp. There are opportunities for volunteers and sponsorship still available. Contact April with HBA for more details.

On August 18th, we will be hosting a Corn Hole Tournament. Registration is open for sixteen teams of 2. The event also includes tickets for non-players to come and toss some bags at practice boards, have dinner and a beverage, and participate in a brown bottle pull and raffle prizes. This is our major fundraiser for the year and will help complete projects in the future like the Simonka Place remodel from last year.

I know summer can be a busy season for so many of us. But we are excited for some opportunities to serve the community, network, and support our members during the sunny days of summer. I hope we get a chance to see you at one of our events.

HBA’s New Product House Funds Political Action Efforts

As you visit the 2023 Tour of Homes this July, make sure to stop by the HBA’s New Product House at 4887 Towhee Ct in South Salem. The New Product House is an annual endeavor where HBA members come together to construct a home using discounted and donated labor and materials. The end goal? To raise funds for the association’s Political Action Committee (PAC) and its efforts to support our industry.

Good Well Construction, led by Jordan Schweiger, has stepped up to serve as the volunteer general contractor of this year’s home which is being built on an infill lot across from Schirle Elementary School. One of the most remarkable aspects of the project is the support it receives from the HBA community. Countless members contribute discounted or donated labor and materials, demonstrating their commitment to both the association and the advancement of the industry as a whole.

The New Product House’s significance, however, extends beyond it’s collaborative nature. The primary purpose of the venture is generate funds for the HBA’s Political Action Committee. The PAC plays a vital role in advocating for our industry’s efforts and ensuring a favorable business environment for all HBA members. By supporting the New Product House, each of us contributes to the strength and influence of our association and helps shape the future of the industry.

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to all the individuals and organizations that have made the New Product house possible this year and in past years. Your dedication and generosity have propelled the HBA’s mission forward and ensured the continued success of the building industry.