Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association

June 2013Issue 6

Building Buzz

What’s Inside:2 Permit Report

3 President’s Letter

4 Calendar of Events & 2013 New Members

5 Committee Highlight Events Committee

6-9 News & Events Annual Picnic June 13 PAC Golf Tournament July 16 ND Health Dept. on the Lookout for Stormwater Violations Member Minute

10 City Beat Jamestown Seeking Housing Developers

11-12 National News Lead Paint Legislation BMHBA Represented at Legislative Conference

14-15 NDAB News

www.bmhba.com

It’s Your Chance to Own a Piece of

HBA HistoryPage 8

Congrats to the Spring Parade of Homes Winners!

Page 9

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Roxanne JacobsonLayout Editor/Writer:

Chelsea Gleich

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Bismarck-Mandan Permit Reports Through April 2013BISMARCK - monthly/yearly permit reports can be found at www.bismarck.org

Permit Type YTD 2013 YTD 2012New Residential Single Family Detached Single Family Attached Duplex 3 or 4 Unit 5+ UnitResidential GaragesNew CommercialAlter Public

153/$27.365M113/$20.54M34/$5.22M1/$.25M3/$.49M2/$.865M10/$.126M18/$7.926M1/$.006M

176/$45.975M121/$21.64M40/$5.74M3/$.894M10/$5.657M2/$12.044M19/$.183M23/$5.91M3/$.048M

MANDAN - monthly/yearly permit reports can be found at www.cityofmandan.com

Permit Type YTD 2013 YTD 2012New Residential Single Family Two Family Condos ApartmentsRemodel and AdditionsNew CommercialAlter Commercial

67/$22.832M53/$14.90M0/$0M12/$2.94M2/$4.992M56/$1.049M6/$1.626M9/$2.50M

Professionals building our community through promotion of home ownership, education and legislation since 1958.

50/$14.378M44/$10.94M0/$0M4/$.862M2/$2.576M34/$.416M6/$.312M13/$.552M

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The Green Space Ordinance, which was put on hold during the legislative session, will most likely come before the commission again in the near future. At the May 28 city commission meeting, commissioner Josh Askvig talked about it for a few minutes. He stated that there would be a new proposed ordinance drafted soon. The city commission would then discuss the two different proposals and decide

which one should go forward through the approval process. It sounds like final action, however, will probably not happen until August or September.

The original proposed ordinance was drafted last year, and was based on the discussion of the committee which had been set up, which was comprised of various members of the community. This ordinance would have

required the developer to either dedicate 7% of the net developable land to the city and/or park district or give a payment–in-lieu of land dedication based on the fair market value of the land. Payment-in-lieu of fees were only to be used for the purchase of land, or the construction or installation of new improvements. The use of the fees was also limited to the quadrant of the city in which the new subdivision was located.

As of the time I am writing this, I have not seen the new proposed ordinance. However, it sounds like with the second proposal the city would pay for the property at fair market value and the park itself would be special assessed against all the benefitted property. We will be following the progress of this, as it is an important issue to many of our members. If anyone has any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call me.

On another note, we have our annual picnic coming up on June 13. It is always fun to go to the Post south of Mandan and see people that we may not have seen for a while. Hopefully we will get some nice weather so we can enjoy the evening outdoors.

A Word from Our President: New Bismarck Green Space Ordinance to be Drafted

Eric BrendenBoard President

Are you a plumber? General contrator? Landscaper?

We encourage you to visit our website, www.bmhba.com, and take a look at the categories your company is listed under. If any of the categories are not accurate or you wish to be listed in another category, please email Chelsea@bmhba.com and

we’ll get your listing updated. Thanks!

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BMHBA Welcomes New Members in 2013

We would like to thank our new members for joining us, and welcome them to the association. If you know any of these

members, please encourage them to get involved and attend BMHBA functions with you.

1st Choice HomesLori Doerr

& James Michela of Bianco Realty, Inc.

Central City RemodelersJackie Andahl, Robin Gates & Greg Larson of Century

21 MorrisonCopper Ridge Design &

BuildersEide Bailly, LLPGoldstar Homes

Horizon FramersHot Spring Spas & Pool

Tables 2HR Services

Hunter Hardwood Floors

Kamrose ConstructionLexar Homes

OM ContractingProperty Resources Group

Puklich ChevroletRegal Home Solutions

RHR ConstructionRick Slavik Construction

Rusch Homes, LLCSpectra Homes

Super Homes, Inc.Timber Ridge Plumbing &

HeatingTom Kunz, Jesse Sornsin

& Kristina Schwab of TK Homes

Venture Building Company

Calendar of EventsJune 4-8: NAHB Spring Board Meeting in Washington D.C.

June 13: Annual Picnic at The Post

June 17-18: NDAB Board Meeting & State Golf Tournament in Medora

June 25: BMHBA Board Meeting

July 16: Annual PAC Golf Tournament

July 23: BMHBA Board Meeting

August 27: BMHBA Board Meeting

August 29: Annual Sporting Clay Shoot

September 26-29: Fall Parade of Homes*All Board Meetings are held at the BMHBA office

2013 Board of DirectorsPRESIDENTEric BrendenNorthwest ContractingPhone: (701) 255-7727

PAST PRESIDENTChad MoldenhauerK & L Homes, Inc.Phone: (701) 258-4584

SECRETARY/TREASURERGreg ZenkerFerguson EnterprisesPhone: (701) 663-2446

BOARD MEMBERPaula HaiderHaider Glass SpecialtiesPhone: (701) 250-6787

BOARD MEMBERMinda LloydND Guaranty & Title Co.Phone: (701) 663-5362

1ST VICE PRESIDENTVance VetterVance Vetter HomesPhone: (701) 751-8218

2ND VICE PRESIDENTDrew KnutsonKnutson Homes, Inc.Phone: (701) 258-3464

BOARD MEMBERScott MoranHallmark HomesPhone: (701) 471-7634

BOARD MEMBERMike HopfaufHopfauf Custom BuildersPhone: (701) 663-7691

BOARD MEMBERC.J. SchorschFleck’s Furniture & AppliancePhone: (701) 323-0891

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Committee Highlight: Reinvigorated Events Committee Shakes Things Up

The Events Committee, under the guidance of committee chair and board member Minda Lloyd, is hitting the ground running this year. With the combination of new members and long-time Events Committee participants, the committee is setting out to find a balance between tradition and the desires of the new generation of members.

The Events Committee is charged with organizing the member events throughout the year, including nearly every event other than the Parades of Homes, Home Show and education. This includes everything from the general membership meetings to the golf tournament.

This year, they are excited to offer two new events for the membership: Bowling with the Builders and BMHBA Night at the Pumpkin Patch. Bowling with the Bulders, held in March, went off great. The bowlers enjoyed two or three games of bowling, pizza, contests and prizes. BMHBA Night at the Pumpkin Patch will be held October 3. More information will be available closer to the date, but make sure to mark your calendars for this family-friendly event!

The Events Committee also instituted the rolling drawing first held at the Spring General Membership Meeting in May. For the rolling drawing, $50 is up for grabs at the first meeting. One member company is drawn from a hat to win. If a representative of the company is present, they go home with $50. If they are not, the money rolls over into the next event, making that total $100. There will be 5 drawings a year, with the final drawing at the Annual Banquet in January where names will be called until a winner is found.

If you like any of these new ideas or would like to make suggestions for future events, please mention it to a committee member or the BMHBA staff. We want to hear what our members want.

If you would like to join this committee, call the office at 222-2400 or email Chelsea@bmhba.com.

Want YOUR company to be featured asa Member Highlight next month? If you haven’t been featured before, email chelsea@bmhba.com and find out how your company could be next month’s member highlight!

No Cost to You!

EVENTS COMMITTEE MEMBERSChair: Minda Lloyd, Quality TitleBarb Bakken, American Bank CenterBrandi Duchsherer, Prairie Aire HomesDana Schlomer, Schlomer ConstructionKevin Fischer, Kevin Fischer ConstructionLisa Liken, Capital Credit UnionLyle Forderer, Premier AudioMarc Menge, BNC National BankNadine Schaff, American Bank CenterNatalie Friesz, Northland FinancialPaula Haider, Haider Glass SpecialtiesShane Gaffaney, Allied Building ProductsTammy Skogen, Gate City BankSara Cripe, Blend Home DesignDenese McLeish, North Dakota Guaranty & Title

Join the Events Committee at These Upcoming Events!

Annual Picnic - June 13

Annual PAC Golf Tournament - July 16

Annual Sporting Clay Shoot - August 29

BMHBA Night at the Pumpkin Patch - October 3

October General Membership Meeting - October 15

Visit www.bmhba.com for more info.

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Mark Your Calendars for Upcoming BMHBA Events!BMHBA News & Events

Join Us at the Annual Picnic June 13

The Annual Picnic will be held Thursday, June 13 at The Post in Mandan. The evening starts at 6 p.m. The picnic will feature the always delicious pit-fired beef, sides, and free beer.

This is a great way to get your employees involved, too. Each

member company gets 2 free tickets. Additional tickets are $15 a piece.

The picnic features a silent auction benefiting the BSC Scholarship Fund. Each year, the BMHBA uses the proceeds from the two silent auctions and 50/50 drawings throughout the year to fund three $1,000 scholarships for BSC students. There are two scholarships for carpentry students and one for HVAC. There will also be a very special live auction item. Turn to page 8 for more information.

Please RSVP for this fun event by Monday, June 10. To RSVP, email Chelsea@bmhba.com or call 222-2400. Hope to see you there!

Tee Off July 16 at the Annual PAC Golf Tournament

Mark your calendars for the golf tournament Tuesday, July 16 at Hawktree Golf Course! Registration starts at 11 a.m. with tee off at noon. Registration fee is $100 per golfer and includes the golf fee, cart, and dinner following the tournament. There will be prizes for the best scores, but the overall goal is to have a good time!

Registration information will be available shortly. Make sure to sign up as soon as you receive the registration form as the tournament typically fills up quickly. For more information or to learn about sponsorship opportunities, call the office at 222-2400 or email Chelsea@bmhba.com.

Current Members Got Informed at the Spring GMM & New Members Welcomed at New Member BBQ

The BMHBA was happy to host ND Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem and former senator Nick Hacker as our guest speakers at the Spring General Membership Meeting on May 16 at the Seven Seas. NDAB Executive Officer Doreen Riedman also made a presentation on the results of home building issues this legislative session. Thank you to everyone who attended this great event and congratulations to our Spring Parade of Homes winners!

The Spring GMM was followed quickly by the 3rd Annual New Member BBQ sponsored by Ferguson Enterprises. Board member Greg Zenker served as the grillmaster for the evening with delicious bbq ribs for all the attendees. All members who had joined in the last two years were invited to the BMHBA office to get to know each other, the board members and committee chairpeople. It was a great evening of networking and fun. Thanks to everyone who attended and welcome new members!

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BMHBA News & Events

Member Minute: BMHBA Members Making HeadlinesBianco Realty Acknowledges

Bianco Realty has named Shirley Thomas and Jim Jeromchek “Associates of the Month.” Shirley & Jim had the most closed sales for the month of April! Shirley has been a licensed REALTOR® since 2001 and Jim has been a licensed REALTOR® since 1993. Nice work!

2013 Leadership Bismarck-Mandan Graduates Acknowledged

Congratulations to the Leadership Bismarck-Mandan class of 2013! Member participants include: Gabe Schell, Kadrmas, Lee & Jackson; Cathryn Sprynczynatyk, Bismarck Tribune; Michael Thomas, Kramer Agency; Melissa Pinks, American Bank Center; Jason Johnson, Starion Financial; and Jesse Sailer, Bismarck-Mandan Chamber.

The Leadership Bismarck-Mandan program, offered through the Chamber of Commerce, provides participants the opportunity to develop unprecedented community awareness. The program sets the tone for

responding to change by challenging participants to do more, give more, take ownership and get involved.

U.S. Bank’s Mazigian ChosenAmy Mazigian, U.S. Bank branch manager in Bismarck,

has won the Pinnacle Award, the company’s highest employee achievement honor, for the second time.

She is a graduate of Dickinson State University, with a bachelors of science degree in business administration.

Magazine Gives Award to MarcoMarco Inc. received the 2013 Perfect Image Award

for outstanding IT services provider from imageSource Magazine. Headquartered in St. Cloud, Minn., Marco has offices in North Dakota.

Submit your company achievements to Member Minute by emailing

Chelsea@bmhba.com.

ATTENTION BUILDERS & DEVELOPERS!Fines Are Being Levied on State Stormwater Violations

The State Health Department received word that EPA will be coming to Bismarck this summer to inspect stormwater management on local developments. In an effort to be proactive, the North Dakota State Health Department has been doing stormwater inspections on developments/lots in Bismarck. They are on the lookout for any sites that lack BMPs (Best Management Practices) which include silt fence, straw wattles, etc. used for perimeter control.

If your job site/development is found to be in violation, you will be receive a Notice of Violation first, followed by monetary fines if the issue is not dealt with accordingly. The fines are determined by size of the lot, location and the waterway affected. Typically, if the builder/developer is seen to be doing their due diligence in regards to sediment control, the authorities will be more willing to work with them to fix any problems.

Another issue on the radar of the State Health Department is permits. Some builders have been filing for a permit with the City of Bismarck, but not the state. Unlike city permits, filing with the state is free. The

builder/developer must provide the proper paperwork regarding their stormwater pollution prevention plan and the frequent site inspections that each contractor should be doing.

If you have any questions about whether you’re in compliance on your jobsite or if what you need to do to fulfill the requirements, you can contact the local or state stormwater officials. Also, you’re encouraged to contact the state officials if you need to apply for permits on the state level.

For City of Bismarck stormwater, contact: Colleen Peterson (355-1734) or Terry Halstengard, Storm Water Inspector (355-1740).

For the State of North Dakota, contact: Dallas Grossman (701-328-5242), Amanda Cross (701-328-5244), or Lucille Snowden (701-328-5239).

For more information on local stormwater requirements and best management practices, visit www.bismarck.org, search for “erosion control,” and choose the first link. For state resources, visit http://www.ndhealth.gov/WQ/Storm/Construction/ConstructionHome.htm.

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BMHBA News & EventsYou Could Own a Piece of HBA HistorySign To Be Auctioned Off at the Annual Picnic

The Annual Picnic on June 13 holds your key to a piece of HBA history. Lori Willson, 2004 board president, donated an original “Bismarck Home Builders Member” sign back to the association to be auctioned off at the Annual Picnic. The sign (pictured at right) was originally given to the HBA builder members in 1968 to display at their place of business, according to Lee Mitzel, 1992 board president.

According to collective recollection, a few of the signs have been circulating through the HBA over the years – being donated to the HBA for a silent auction item multiple times. Lee is also a proud owner of one of the original signs – which he purchased at an HBA silent auction. His sign previously belonged to Reuben Anderson, 1970 board president. Lori’s sign was purchased for her as a gift at a HBA Picnic silent auction about 10 years ago. “I thought it was a good idea to keep it going and give back to the association,” says Lori. The sign has been matted and framed since Lori took ownership of it.

The signs were created before the HBA became the Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association, which is why it only bears the name of Bismarck.

According to Joe Mathern, 1973 board president, the association name was changed before we joined the National Association of Home Builders in 1973.

The sign will be auctioned off during a live auction at the Annual Picnic June 13. We hope you’ll join us for the picnic and take part in this great opportunity to own a piece of HBA history.

If you have any more information about these signs or have questions about the auction, please give us a call at 222-2400. The brief history above is what we’ve been able to piece together through member testimony. Thank you in advance for your help.

NEED TO KNOW:What? Annual Picnic - Live AuctionWhere? The Post, MandanWhen? June 13 - Picnic starts at 6 p.m.How? Place your bid during the live auction and see what happens!

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BMHBA News & EventsCongrats to the Spring Parade of Homes Winners!

NOT PICTURED$600,000 - $799,999

Spectra Homes

$800,000 - $999,999Super Homes

Under $300,000J & D

Construction, Inc.

Under $300,000J & D

Construction, Inc.

$300,000-$324,999Pinnacle Homes,

Inc.

$325,000-$359,999Visionary Homes,

LLC

$360,000-$419,999K & L Homes, Inc.

$420,000 - $469,999Knutson Homes, Inc.

$470,000 - $599,999Mitzel Homes

NOT PICTURED$600,000 - $799,999

Spectra Homes

$800,000 - $999,999Super Homes

$1 Million and AboveRed Door Homes

People’s Choice Award Winners

Judge’s Choice Award Winners

$300,000-$324,999Rudnick

Construction, Inc.

$325,000-$359,999Visionary Homes,

LLC

$360,000-$419,999K & L Homes, Inc.

$420,000 - $469,999Fireside Custom

Homes

$470,000 - $599,999Mitzel Homes

$1 Million and AboveRed Door Homes

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City Beat: Jamestown Seeks Housing DevelopersSubmitted by Jamestown/Stutsman Development Corporation

Calling all housing developers! Looking for a place to build homes? Jamestown, ND is your city! Why, you ask? Well, we have several reasons.

First, we have several upcoming projects, which will bring in a multitude of jobs. CHS. Inc. is building a $1.4B fertilizer plant in the Spiritwood township just east of Jamestown, which will bring in 100-150 full-time jobs. Dakota Spirit AgEnergy will be starting up a corn ethanol plant in fall of 2014, which will bring in an estimated 36 full-time jobs. We have a brand-new Hampton Inn that will be opening soon, which will need approximately 40 employees. Several other businesses are starting up or expanding in our area, such as:

• John Deere Seeding Group – approximately 115 new jobs

• 200 MW Operational Wind Farm – approximately 8-10 new jobs

• Noridian – 30-40 new jobs• E-nugget/Carbontec – 25-30 new jobsThere are also several new job opportunities being

created in Valley City, and Jamestown local manufacturers are ramping up hiring as well.

In other words, we are expecting a lot of people in the near future. The only problem is, we need a place to put them!

The second reason you should build here is that we have plenty of land available for development. The listings for areas of development inside city limits can be found on our homepage, www.growingjamestown.com, under the Builders/Developers section, which is located on the left-hand side, under the Preliminary Proposal link.

Our third and final reason for developing in Jamestown and Stutsman County, ND is simple: we have incentives! The Flex PACE Affordable Housing program is a great incentive that we offer – it is geared toward assisting the financing of affordable multi-family housing units for individuals in areas of North Dakota affected by oil and

gas development. A maximum of $25,000 of BND interest buydown is available for each unit developers commit to affordable housing. Several other housing development incentives are available for all types of development projects. We’re looking for everything—feedback from local realtors here in Jamestown proves that. They want to see single family homes, twin homes, and single level townhouses built. What would folks here in town like to see? Open floor plans, three bedrooms, a garage, and access to a backyard.

So if you are looking for a new project, look no further–build in Jamestown. We are eager to continue growing, but we need your help!

Background: JSDC was organized to develop employment opportunities, to improve business conditions, and advance the interests of the City of Jamestown and Stutsman County, North Dakota by implementing and sustaining an organized effort to attract new businesses and industry, support existing businesses and industry, and encourage new business starts. Jamestown/Stutsman Development Corporation’s focus is primary sector job creation.

The corporation has a multimillion-dollar economic development program available to assist with expanding or relocating business. The Jamestown/Stutsman Development Corporation owns an Ag Processing Industrial Park with 55 acres of land available as well as the new I-94 Business Park which has 30 acres available for manufacturing, warehouse distribution or national service.

The mission statement of the JSDC is: “Jamestown/Stutsman Development Corporation (JSDC) is dedicated to area economic development growth and diversification.”

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National News: House Lead Paint Bill Would Help Remodelers and Consumers

NAHB - Responding to concerns from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and affiliated trade groups, bipartisan legislation to make much-needed improvements to the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Lead: Renovation, Repair and Painting (LRRP) rule was reintroduced in the U.S. House of Representatives May 22.

The Lead Exposure Reduction Amendments Act of 2013 (H.R. 2093) is identical to legislation introduced in the last Congress. The bill would reinstate the opt-out provision to allow home owners without small children or pregnant women residing in the home to decide whether to require LRRP compliance, allow remodelers to correct paperwork errors without facing full penalties and provide an exemption for emergency renovations. It would also eliminate the requirement that recertification training be “hands on,” so that remodelers would no longer have to travel to training facilities out of their region.

The bipartisan bill, companion legislation to S. 484, was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives by Rep. Tim Murphy (R-Pa.), along with 21 original co-sponsors.

“H.R. 2093 will make common sense improvements to the EPA’s lead paint rule for home owners and

remodelers who must comply with the regulation’s costly work practices and recordkeeping requirements,” said NAHB Remodelers Chairman Bill Shaw, GMR, GMB, CGP, a remodeler from Houston. “Most importantly, it will continue to protect pregnant women and small children against lead hazards. I commend the bill’s co-sponsors for their commitment to improve this burdensome regulation.”

The LRRP rule applies to homes built before 1978 and requires renovator training and certification, adherence to lead-safe work practices and record keeping.

By removing the opt-out provision in July 2010, EPA more than doubled the number of homes subject to the LRRP rule, adding an estimated $336 million per year in compliance costs to the remodeling community – without making young children any safer.

BMHBA Board Member to Attend NAHB Legislative Conference this June

Vance Vetter, BMHBA 1st Vice President, is attending the NAHB Legislative Conference on June 5. He will be able to hear from congressional speakers regarding home building issues in a morning keynote session. The featured speakers are Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) and Rep. Pat Tiberi (R-Ohio). Following the keynotes, members will meet with legislators on Capitol Hill before reconvening for a final reception and de-briefing.

The NAHB delegates, including Vance, will be stressing the top four areas of concern for NAHB: tax reform, immigration reform, housing finance reform and addressing the housing production credit crisis.

The topic of tax reform encompasses three key areas: the mortgage interest deduction, second homes, and the low income housing tax credit.

NAHB’s stance on immigration reform hinges on two issues: employment verification and labor shortages. NAHB believes that a workable employment verification system must be fair, efficient and not impose significant burdens on employers. Labor shortages are seen as

a possible problem, as well, since 22 percent of the construction labor force nationally is made up of foreign-born workers.

In the eyes of NAHB, the solution to the housing finance problem is not to make Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac government agencies, nor completely turn them over to the private market. NAHB believes it is crucial for the federal government to continue to provide a backstop for the housing finance system to ensure a reliable and adequate flow of affordable housing credit in all economic and financial conditions.

The final issue of housing production credit can only be solved through congressional action at this point. NAHB is a strong supporter of two bills that address that issue this session - the Home Construction Lending Regulatory Improvement Act (H.R. 1255) and the Home Building Lending Improvement Act (S. 1002).

This trip is just another example of how your 3-in-1 membership really works for you and for our industry.

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The only people who benefit when a house is built are the family members who get to live there, and the builder who constructed and sold the home, right?

Wrong. The positive impact of new residential construction is far-reaching, bringing benefits to families, businesses and services throughout a community immediately, as well as for years to come.

According to economists at the National Association of Home Builders, the one-year estimated local impacts of building 100 single-family homes in a typical metro area include $21.1 million in local income, $2.2 million in taxes and other local government revenue, and 324 local jobs.

But what does that economic impact mean in the real, day-to-day lives of community residents?

Just think about it. When a family moves to a community and buys a new house, they will likely shop at local stores to buy furniture and accessories to decorate the home. They will fill their car’s gas tank at local gas stations so they can get to the stores, have local mechanics work on the car when it breaks down or needs the oil changed, or buy a new car at a local dealer when it’s time to replace the old one.

The family may need to hire local companies for regular services to maintain their home, such as landscaping, house cleaning, pet sitters or pool upkeep.

The children will enroll in local schools. This increases enrollment, meaning more teachers, janitors, cafeteria workers and other school support staff will need to be hired. Those kids will also join sports leagues and other activities, buy equipment and pay registration fees that provide stipends for referees and coaches.

All of this economic activity puts income into the pockets of local business owners and their families,

who can then afford to go out and spend money themselves, which recycles even more money into the community’s economy.

The new family also pays local and state taxes. These tax revenues help pay for a wide range of government services, including school teachers, police departments, refuse collection, parks maintenance and road repairs.

Over the long term, as the families who move into new homes become part of the community, their positive impact continues. NAHB estimates that those 100 new homes also provide the community with additional, annually-recurring impacts of $3.1 million in local income, $743,000 in taxes and other revenue for local governments, and 53 local jobs.

Families who buy a newly built home enjoy benefits including safety, amenities, energy efficiency and floor plans to fit a modern lifestyle. But the advantages of new homes extend far beyond the buyers and the builders—residential construction has a positive, direct impact on the local community for years.

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Remember when Facebook was just a place to post funny stuff or reconnect with an old buddy? Well, the times are changing and now Facebook wants to “friend” your business. Since Facebook has moved from the college dorm room to global domination, Facebook is now becoming the place to market your business.

A business Facebook page works similar to a website by providing information about your business, such as your address, business hours, and phone number. Additionally, you can add Facebook Tabs to your profile that work like web pages; these tabs can be used to highlight your portfolio, videos, and services. It also retains all the basic features of Facebook such as “posting” and “liking”.

Hands down the most important feature Facebook provides is the “Like” button. When a person “likes” your page it means: they enjoyed your product or service, want to stay

informed about your company, and want to share your company profile with their friends. This is a pretty big statement for just clicking a button.

The possibilities are endless with marketing your business through Facebook, plus it’s free. Check out the Coca-Cola Facebook page to see a great example of a business using Facebook. Coca-Cola has

over 66 million “likes” so we’ve got some work to do. If you are interested in marketing on Facebook or to learn more about the benefits of a business Facebook page feel free to give us call at 221-0948.

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NDAB NEWS Volume XXI, Issue 6 Monthly News from the North Dakota Association of Builders June 2013

President’s Message by Jason Eid, President

More than 20 representatives of the North Dakota Association of Builders and local associations will participate in the NAHB Legislative Conference on June 5th in Washington, DC. Some of the major issues we will discuss with our state’s congressional delegation include: Water Resources Development Act

(WRDA) Bill: This has passed the Senate and now moves to the House. If successful, it would authorize funding for numerous water projects, including the Red River Diversion.

National Flood Insurance Program: We’ll discuss the concerns of homebuilders and homeowners on the potential cost increases in federal flood insurance policies.

Tax Reform: The preservation of the mortgage interest deduction is a major goal, since 70 percent of homeowners claim this deduction.

Immigration Reform: We support a fair and workable employer verification system and market-based visa program to ensure workers for the construction industry.

State Building Code Amendment Process The State Building Code Advisory Committee

(SBCAC) is in the process of amending the new State Building Code which will take effect on January 1, 2014. NDAB has one representative on this nine-member committee, Hap Hildebrand of Eid-Co Homes in Fargo.

Currently, the State Building Code follows the 2009 International Codes, and the SBCAC is now considering amendments to the 2012 International Codes. NDAB has submitted numerous amendments relating to the energy code requirements in the International Residential Code and the International Energy Conservation Code. More information can be found at: www.ndbuildingcodes.com.

Here is the schedule for updating the SBC: July 23-24, public hearing of the SBCAC to receive

comments and develop recommendations on the proposed amendments.

Week of August 12, DCS will send out the recommendations by the SBCAC on the proposed amendments to the eligible voting towns, cities, counties, and committee members.

September 10-11, meeting of the eligible voting jurisdictions and voting individuals to vote on the proposed amendments.

January 1, 2014, effective date of the updated North Dakota State Building Code.

Jason Eid

Legislative Wrap-Up by Doreen Riedman, Executive Officer

The 63rd Legislative Assembly has completed its work, and NDAB fared quite well during this session. Here are high-lights on the 115 bills tracked by NDAB: Supported One-Call Notification: Worked with a coalition to amend the proc-ess to allow for 21-day locates, up from 10 days. Whitelining is now required, though residential projects are exempt from this

provision. Fines increased to $25,000. Bill passed. Opposed New Construction Unemployment Insurance

Classification Changes: This would have raised premiums for others in the construction groups. Bill failed.

Opposed Fire Sprinkler Legislation: This had potential for code exemptions that could lead to residential fire sprinkler requirements. Bill failed.

Opposed Changes to State Building Code Advisory Com-mittee: Would have changed the committee makeup with-out prior discussion among entities. Bill failed.

Supported Sales Price Disclosures: Though we preferred some privacy aspects, this bill now provides sales price disclosures on real estate. Appraisers lobbied for this legis-lation to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Bill passed.

Supported Bank of North Dakota Residential Mortgage Loan Program: Allows small community banks to provide mortgage loans in cooperation with the Bank of North Da-kota, and its professional mortgage lending department. This was supported by bankers as well. Bill passed.

Supported Regulation of Scrap Metal Dealers: This bill, championed by Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem, will help prevent further theft of copper wire. Bill passed.

Supported Housing Incentive Fund: Now provides $20 million in tax credits, in addition to another $15 million for shovel-ready projects statewide. Bill passed. (If you’re pay-ing ND income taxes, contribute to the Housing Incentive Fund to get full tax credits. See www.ndhfa.org for info.)

Supported Red River Diversion Project: We supported the Red River Diversion project that will provide $450 mil-lion in state funds for permanent flood protection. Passed.

Supported Infrastructure Funding for Oil Impact Areas: We encouraged the Legislature to ensure that needed fund-ing for roads, emergency services and other infrastructure are provided. Communities in those areas require funding to ensure the bonding of various projects. The final bill ap-propriated $1.14 billion in funding for hub cities (Williston, Minot and Dickinson), as well as for infrastructure, hospi-tals, schools, roads, and much more. Bill passed.

Accessibility in New Buildings: For buildings over 7,500 square feet and in the assembly, business, educational, institutional, and mercantile classes of the International Building Code, automatic door openers will now be re-quired. If part of a strip mall, only spaces in excess of 7,500 sf would be required to have the automatic doors. NDAB monitored this legislation but took no position.

Doreen Riedman

North Dakota Association of Builders 1720 Burnt Boat Drive, Suite 207, Bismarck, ND 58503-0801 701/222-2401 or 800/326-4746 www.ndbuild.com

June 2013 BMHBA Building Buzz Page 15

www.ndbuild.com North Dakota Association of Builders June 2013

Williston Area Builders Association Jessica Taylor, Executive Officer 701-572-5744 willistonbuilders.com

Welcome to our two new board members, Bill Tracy (City of Willis-ton Building Department) and Mark Hoxmeier (Whitetail Heating & Cool-ing).

WABA is preparing for our first Pa-rade of Homes to be held September 20-21, 2013. A committee has been meeting regularly to iron out details to present to our membership.

Thank you to Gary Wendell and Doug Lalim for your time served on the board. Good luck with future endeavors.

Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Assoc. Roxy Jacobson, Executive Officer 701-222-2400 bmhba.com

On June 13th the BMHBA will be hosting the Annual Picnic at The Post. We’ll have a silent auction benefiting the BSC Scholarship fund that evening, as well as a special auction for an authentic, vintage BMHBA member sign donated by member Lori Willson.

The Annual PAC Golf Tournament will be held July 16th at Hawktree Golf Course. Get ready for a fun day out on the links with sponsors at every hole and a dinner to cap off the event. The spaces for this event are limited and sell out quickly. So, make sure to sign up as soon as you get a registration form.

Get ready for the Sporting Clay Shoot at Capital City Sporting Clays on August 29th. We’re shooting for a really great time! Bring your rifle

and safety glasses and get ready for a great day out on the course.

Mark your calendars for the Fall Parade of Homes, September 26–29.

Dickinson Area Builders Assoc. Irene Schafer, Executive Officer 701-483-0044 dickinsonareabuilders.com

Our scholarship deadline is June 15. DABA Scholarships will be named and awarded on August 1.

Golf Scramble coming up in July, watch for the date and other details.

Annual Family/Employee Picnic will be held at the Eagles Park on Wednesday August 14. Watch for additional information.

General Membership Meetings start up again on September 11th at Lady J’s Club & Catering.

Minot Association of Builders Vicky Flagstad, Executive Officer 701-852-0496 minotab.com Annual Trap Shoot and Picnic will

be held June 3 at the Minot Gun Club. Steak dinner hosted by Real Builders.

MAB/NDAB Annual PAC Fishing Excursion is set for June 22 at In-dian Hills, Lake Sakakawea. Fish fry hosted by Joe and Beth Stenvold.

Proposed Zoning Ordinance Update revisions have been completed and final review is underway.

Forx Builders Association Betty McDonald, Executive Officer 701-746-4536 forxbuilders.com We have buyers for the 2013 Project

House and are sending out bid packages already for the 2014 Pro-ject House.

The rains stopped long enough for a nice day for our Sporting Clay Shoot. We want to thank Andersen Windows & Doors for sponsoring the event as well as all the station spon-sors for a great time.

Tim Shea’s Nursery will be hosting their Builders after Hours on July 16th. It should be a fun time!

Home Builders Assoc. of Fargo-Moorhead Bryce Johnson, Executive Vice President 701-232-5846 hbafm.com

North Dakota House Bill 1020, con-taining appropriations for the North Dakota Water Commission and funding for the F-M Area Diversion Project, passed with acceptable lan-guage through the North Dakota Legislature. This spring, joint efforts by the HBA and several local busi-ness organizations were successful in helping to find compromise in the bill that saw many forms and amendment language that jeopard-ized state funding for the project.

The HBA’s Golf Outing this summer will now feature two dates offering afternoon flights: June 10 and July 9 at Oxbow Country Club.

The HBA will host classes on Fargo’s adoption of the 2012 International Residential Code June 25 and 27. They will be taught by Fargo Inspec-tions Administrator Ron Strand.

Around the State

Register today for the 16th Annual Bogey with the Builders state golf tournament at Bully Pulpit Golf Course in Medora on Tuesday, June 18! This tourney benefitting NDAB-PAC and BUILD-PAC is being held in conjunction with the NDAB’s summer Board of Direc-tors’ meeting. Visit www.ndbuild.com for a registration form and sponsorship opportunities.

Thank you to our sponsors! (as of May 22, 2013) Platinum Sponsors

Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead* Montana Dakota Utilities* State Auto Insurance/Dawson Insurance* Lyons Concrete Construction

* denotes NDAB Annual Sponsors

Silver Sponsors Bremer Bank Innovative Foundation Supportworks Miller Insulation Co., Inc. Minot Association of Builders* Sam’s Club

Bronze Sponsors Bell State Bank and Trust* Butler Machinery Co.* Forx Builders Association* Kirkwood Bank and Trust* North Dakota Housing Finance Agency* Roughrider Electric Cooperative Williston Area Builders Association*

Golf Hole Sponsors American Bank Center ● Dickinson Area Builders Association

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