march 2016 building buzz

BUILDINGBuzz

Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association

March 2016

New Population Projections page 7

NDHFA Regonizes Champions, page 8

Tax Time, page 12

LABOR PROBLEMSTop Challenge for Builders

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LABOR PROBLEMS

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Publisher/Editor: Dot FrankLayout Editor: Michael L. Quinn

Building Buzz is a publication of the Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association

2600 Gateway Ave., Suite 1Bismarck, ND 58503

Phone: 701.222.2400 Fax: 701.250.9730

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Advanced Truss Fabricators | Becky Sadwww.advtruss.com | Building Materials Lumber

(Retail Dealership)American Bank Center | Nadine Schaff

www.weareamerican.com | Mortgage BankingBismarck Kitchens | Bruce Aberle

www.bismarckkitchens.com | Remodeling-Residential

Boll Cabinets Inc. | Rodney BollRemodeling-Residential | Building Materials

Lumber (Retail Dealership)Buffalo Concrete LLP | Tom Bauer

Concrete Work | Excavation WorkCedar River Cabinetry | Nick Cook III

www.cedarrivercabinetry.com | Building Materials Lumber (Retail Dealership)

Curly’s Construction | Curly SchochSingle Family Spec/Tract Building

Fargo Glass & Paint Co. | Erik Keeswww.fargoglass.com | Building Materials Lumber

(Retail Dealership) | Paint/Wall coveringsFlickertail Construction, LLC | Grant Miller

Carpentry WorkHallmark Homes, Inc. | Scott Moran

www.hallmarkhomesinc.net | Single Family Spec/Tract Building | Single Family General Contracting

HR Services | Denise Roller | HRServicesND.com Accounting | Insurance or Title Company

J & R Vacuum & Sewing | Jim Barnhardtwww.jrsewfun.com | Appliances (Retail Dealership)

| AppliancesKLJ | Brett Gurholt | www.kljeng.com

Land Development | EngineeringMajestic Homes, LLC | Mary Lou Miller

Single Family Spec/Tract Building | Single Family General Contracting

Plain View Design Co. | Blake Preszlerplainviewnd.com | Architecture

Premier Homes, Inc. | Wade Vogelwww.premierhomesnd.com | Single Family Spec/Tract Building | Single Family General Contracting

Spaces, Inc. | Lisa Bohrerwww.spaces4you.com | Planner or Designer

Tamarack Materials Northland | Randy Bannorwww.tamarackmaterials.com | Manufacturing | Building Materials Lumber (Retail Dealership)

Triton Homes | Jamie Schmidtwww.tritonhomebuilders.com | Single Family Spec/

Tract BuildingVenture Building Company | Parker Pladson

venturebuildingcompany.com | Single Family Spec/Tract Building | Single Family General Contracting

Wells Fargo Home MortgageSam Foss NMLSR ID 813314

www.wellsfargo.com | Mortgage Banking

2016 Board of DirectorsPRESIDENTGreg Zenker

Ferguson EnterprisesPhone: (701) 663-24461ST VICE PRESIDENTShannon Reichenberg

Diversity HomesPhone: (701) 220-81772ND VICE PRESIDENT

Lynn KleinGate City Bank

Phone: (701) 355-7633Nathan Jones

Tollberg HomesPhone: (763) 205-2037

Wade VogelPremier Homes, Inc.

Phone: (701) 226-1809

Brian EisemanStoneshire Builders

Phone: (701) 471-6935

PAST PRESIDENTDrew Knutson

Knutson Homes, Inc.Phone: (701) 258-3464

SECRETARY/TREASURERSusie FranklinChoice Financial

Phone: (701) 595-2624Paula Haider

Haider Glass SpecialtiesPhone: (701) 250-6787

Chad MoldenhauerK & L Homes, Inc.

Phone: (701) 258-4584Jeff Sattler

Sattler HomesPhone: (701) 255-7628

Bill SchmidTownsquare Media

Phone: (701) 250-6602

New Members & Anniversaries

BUILDINGBuzz

Bath Planet of North Dakota | John Rice | Remodeling-ResidentialBlind Ambition | Valerie Lewton | Paint/Wall coverings

Branded Envy Rustic Home Furnishings | Shanda Morgan | brandedenvy.comExterior Plus | John Jore | Exteriorremodles.com | Roofing/Siding/Sheet Metal Work

Go Mini’s | John Hoffman | www.gominis.com/dealers/BismarckHeartland Buildings, LLC | Bryan Dean

Minnkota Power Cooperative | Sharon Ross | Minnkota.com | UtilitiesPrecision Tops, LLC | Riley Yadon

Bianco Realty has named SHIRLEY THOMAS and JUDY MASLOWSKI “REALTORS® of the Month”! Shirley and Judy had the most closed sales at Bianco Realty for the month of February

2016. Shirley has been a licensed REALTOR® since 2001 and Judy has been a licensed REALTOR® since 2007.

Bianco Realty Sales Awards

Time to Renew!Members with March Anniversaries. Renew by March 31, 2016.

January 2016 New Members

JUDY MASLOWSKISHIRLEY THOMAS

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ello fellow BMHBA members,

February brought us our 39th Annual Home Show. We attracted just under 6,000 people in two days. I want to thank our vendors for participating in the Home Show this year; your time and dedication makes for great event. Next year will be the 40th Annual Home Show - I wonder what our committee will plan for next year?

We have our North Dakota Association of Builders state meeting along with our National Association of Builders Bringing Housing Home events this month. We are very fortunate that our US Senators and US Representative are so willing to meet with us and advocate for the housing industry on Capitol Hill. The meetings will be very important as we ask them to go to battle for the State of North Dakota for such things like Waters of the US, housing finance issues and small business regulations.

The weather is getting warmer and that means spring is right around the corner and that also means the start of the 2016 construction season. I know everyone is ready for spring to get here and bring on summer. Before we can start summer we must take in our Spring Parade of Homes on April 28-May 1 to see what new and exciting things our builders have been working on all winter.

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President’sLetter

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We’re excited to announce that the 39th Home Show welcomed just shy of 6,000 spectators in two days! 2016 was the year of firsts: (1) our first two-day show; (2) our first $50k Saturday; and (3) our first tote sponsor and move-in support.

Friday attendance, which totaled 3,562, was short of the spectacular numbers posted last year with the launch of Free Friday; however, Saturday was up in 2017 by 15% with a count of 2,380. Average

daily attendance was substantially higher in 2016 at 2,971 compared to a five-year average of 2,080.

The 2017 Home Show is scheduled for Feb. 17-18.

HOME SHOW SETS BOOTH RECORD, ATTRACTS THOUSANDS


Labor is Top Challengefor Builders

by Ashok Chaluvadi

TTopping the list of problems builders faced in 2015 and expect to face in 2016 is the Cost/Availability of Labor, an issue for 76% of builders who expect it to increase in 2016 and which has increased in importance the past three years. In 2013, 53% of builders rated labor as a significant problem, followed by 61% in 2014 and 71% in 2015. An expected skilled labor shortage can constrain an improving housing market.

The monthly NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index often includes a set of “special” questions on a topic of current interest to the housing industry. In January 2016, the special questions asked builders about the problems they faced in 2015 and expect to face in 2016.

The second most significant problem was Cost/Availability of Developed Lots for 59% of builders for 2016. In 2013, the Cost/Availability of Lots was rated significant by 46% of builders who responded to the survey. That share increased to 55% in 2014 and again to 58% for 2015. Both the availability of labor and lots highlight the expected constraints of a recovering housing market.

Federal Environmental Regulations and Policies is expected to remain a significant problem for 51% of builders in 2016. In 2013, the federal environmental regulations and policies was rated a significant problem by 46% of builders, increasing to 53% in 2014 and then 55% in 2015.

Building Material Prices continue to be a problem for builders. In 2013, 68% of builders rated building material prices as a significant problem, but that share decreased to 58% in 2014 and further declined to 42% in 2015. However, 56% of builders responding to the latest survey expect it to be a problem in 2016.

At 55% each, the Concern about the Employment/Economic situation and Impact/Hook-up/Inspection or other Fees are other significant problems expected by a majority of builders in 2016. The Concern about the Employment/Economic situation was a significant problem in 2013 for 60% of reporting builders, the issue dropped in significance to 51% in 2014, and again dropped to 47% in 2015. On the other hand, the Impact/Hook-up/Inspection or other Fees was a problem faced by 46% of builders in 2013, 52% in 2014 and 53% in 2015.


CITY & COUNTY

January 1, 2016 is the start of a new partnership between the City of Lincoln and the Burleigh County Building/Planning/Zoning Department. Burleigh County will be taking over inspections and permitting for the City of Lincoln.

The City of Lincoln will now be a one stop shop for contractors and builders. All building applications will be submitted to the City of Lincoln at their offices on Santee Road. This will include all permits for residential, and commercial building of all types. When the permit application has been reviewed and approved, contractors will be able to pick up the issued permits and documentation at the City of Lincoln City Hall.

Our office will review all building permits sent to us from the City of Lincoln. After our review and pre approval from the City of Lincoln, we will issue the permit and send it to the City of Lincoln for contractor pick up and signature. When you are ready for your first inspection, you just call the Burleigh County Building/Planning/Zoning office at 701-221-3727. It is important to note that Burleigh County will not accept any permit applications for buildings, residential or commercial in our office. All building permit applications must be received by the City of Lincoln.

Plumbing, Mechanical and Septic permits and inspections can be obtained and scheduled through the Burleigh County Building Department by calling 701-221-3727. Electrical permits and inspections will be handled by the State Electrical Board.at 701-202-9390.

It is the City of Lincoln and Burleigh County Building/Planning/Zoning goal to make the transition from the City of Bismarck Building Inspections to Burleigh County Building Department as easy as possible.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact our office at 701-221-3727 or the City of Lincoln at 701-258-7969.

PARTNERSHIP WITH CITY OF LINCOLN

By Brian Ritter, BMDA

Contractors have heard me say this many times over the years, the building code is a set of books of minimum standards, but it allows for many options on how we meet those minimum standards.

There are thousands of great examples of how quality workmanship and materials are being used to meet the intent of the building code. The IRC (International Residential Code) which we have adopted, allows the Building Official to approve alternatives.

R104.11 An alternative material, design or method of construction shall be approved where the building official finds that the proposed design is satisfactory and complies with the intent of the provisions of this code, and that the material, method or work offered is, for the purpose intended, at least the equivalent of that prescribed in this code.

To sum-up the true intent of the IRC’s nine hundred plus pages into one sentence comes down to this; the intent of the code is to establish minimum requirements to safeguard the public safety, health and general welfare through affordability, structural strength, means of egress, stability, sanitation, light and ventilation, energy conservation and safety to life and property from fire and other hazards attributed to the built environment.

Ok it’s a long sentence but the point I want to make is that as the appointed Building Official

I want quality workmanship . I want to see good materials being used. If you do this you will “generally” meet the intent of the code. Keep in mind, we have our minimum tolerances to meet for life safety provisions and of course wind, structural loads, heights, distances, grades, etc., etc., etc. When I look at the energy code and how these two categories have worked hand in hand to meet compliance it’s truly amazing. Methods and materials have not only inundated new home construction, but look what’s happened to existing homes: adding insulation, replacing windows, high efficient furnaces and water heaters. The energy code is much easier to meet when the industry steps up with the product and the education on installing it the right way.

For home owners thinking of spring projects please consider quality first; it typically last longer and looks better. Find out what the difference is between the highest and lowest price, you have several months yet to do your homework.

FROM THE DESK OF RAY ZIEGLER,BURLEIGH COUNTY BUILDING OFFICIAL

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Contractors have heard me say this many times over the years, the building code is a set of books of minimum standards, but it allows for many options on how we meet those minimum standards. There are thousands of great examples of how quality workman-ship and materials are being used to meet the intent of the building code. The IRC (International Residential Code) which we have adopted, allows the Building Official to approve alternatives.

R104.11 An alternative material, design or method of construction shall be approved where the building official finds that the proposed design is satisfactory and complies with the intent of the provisions of this code, and that the material, method or work offered is, for the purpose intended, at least the equivalent of that prescribed in this code.

To sum-up the true intent of the IRC’s nine hundred plus pages into one sentence comes down to this; the intent of the code is to establish minimum requirements to safeguard the public safety, health and general welfare through affordability, structural strength, means of egress, stability, sanita-tion, light and ventilation, energy conservation and safety to life and property from fire and other haz-ards attributed to the built environment. Ok it’s a long sentence but the point I want to make is that as the appointed Building Official I want quality workmanship . I want to see good materials being used. If you do this you will “generally” meet the intent of the code. Keep in mind, we have our minimum tolerances to meet for life safety provisions and of course wind, structural loads, heights, distances, grades, etc., etc., etc. When I look at the energy code and how these two categories have worked hand in hand to meet com-pliance it’s truly amazing. Methods and materials have not only inundated new home construction, but look what’s happened to existing homes: adding insulation, replacing windows, high efficient furnaces and water heaters. The energy code is much easier to meet when the industry steps up with the prod-uct and the education on installing it the right way.

For home owners thinking of spring projects please consider quality first; it typically last longer and looks better. Find out what the difference is between the highest and lowest price, you have several months yet to do your homework. Sincerely

From the Desk of Ray Ziegler, Burleigh County Building Official


On Jan. 19, the North Dakota Department of Commerce – Census Office released its 2016 population projections of the state, regions and counties. In developing their projections, three scenarios (expected migration, high migration and low migration) were presented with each assuming a higher rate of in-migration to the state in the earlier years and a gradual level off in future years.

It should also be noted that these projections are simply an attempt to provide the most likely outcome of population change expected in North Dakota and as such, changing economic conditions can affect the actual population change.

As you can see in the table below, these most recent projections show continued growth for our community in the near and distant future. If you’d like to see the whole report, you can do so http://goo.gl/IctdIj, but these numbers give cause for even more optimism.

And if that’s not enough, this week Job Service released some more great news for Bismarck-Mandan. As of December 2015, all three metro areas in North Dakota reported year-over-year employment gains with Bismarck-Mandan having the highest growth rate at 2.2 percent. Fargo-Moorhead and Grand Forks posted growth rates of 1.0 percent and 0.9 percent, respectively.

CITY & COUNTY

January 1, 2016 is the start of another new procedure within the Burleigh County Building/Planning/Zoning Department which will affect the plumbers of Burleigh County. Starting January 1, we will no longer ask for a bid amount when you call for a plumbing inspection.

It has been decided after many months of research and discussion; we will use a permitting system similar to the State Plumbing Board., and have developed a form which is available on our website . All you have to do is download the form, print it, fill it out and fax—701-221-3726 or e-mail [email protected] it to our office. When you are ready for an inspection, just give our office a call and we will schedule the inspection.

VISIT:

www.burleighco.com/departments/bpz/inspection/

applications/

PLUMBERS ALERT

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Call Sue to answer all of your Real Estate questions.

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NEW POPULATION PROJECTIONS SHOW CONTINUED GROWTH

By Brian Ritter, BMDA

Summary of Projections (Expected Migration Scenario)

North Dakota Housing Finance Agency (NDHFA) is currently accepting applications for development assistance through the state’s Housing Incentive Fund (HIF).

“NDHFA’s mission is to ensure that everyone in the state has access to housing they can afford,” said Jolene Kline, the agency’s executive director. “The Housing Incentive Fund has proven to be a powerful tool in addressing this need in communities statewide.”

HIF supports the development of multifamily housing for essential service workers and low- and moderate-income households. Approximately $9 million is available; $5 million is set aside for

communities with populations less than 12,500. Rural community populations will be determined using 2010 U.S. Census data.

HIF program information can be found online at www.ndhousingincentivefund.org. To be considered for funding, applications must be submitted by 5 p.m. (CST) on March 31. Contact NDHFA at (800) 292-8621 or [email protected] for more information.

AFFORDABLE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE GROWTH


BMHBA NEWS

In today’s evolving market, it’s more important than ever for building-industry professionals to maintain their competitive edge. Earning a professional designation from NAHB Education can be a great way to distinguish yourself – and your company – from your competition. During National Designation Month in March, seize the opportunity to advance your industry knowledge and skills.

Having a designation tells clients that you have honed your business skills and have superior training, hands-on experience and in-depth knowledge of your profession. Designation holders also can take advantage of valuable networking opportunities during their enrollment, working closely with expert instructors and other professionals within their field and outside their specific areas of

expertise. During National Designation Month, NAHB also educates consumers about the value of selecting a professional with a designation, so your hard work will mean even more when it comes marketing yourself and your business.

We’d like to recognize the following BMHBA members who have achieved designation status:

• Art Goldammer, CGB, CGP

• Jamie Schmidt, CGB

• Vance Vetter, CGP

• David Werner, HCCP

For more information on NAHB’s professional designations, visit nahb.org/designations.

GAIN A COMPETITIVE EDGE WITH A PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATION

North Dakota Housing Finance Agency (NDHFA) recognized several of its housing partners as Champions of Affordable Housing during its 25th Statewide Housing Conference.

“The Champion awards recognize and celebrate the work of individuals, non-profit organizations, public agencies, and private sector businesses that make exceptional affordable housing contributions in North Dakota.” said Jolene Kline, NDHFA executive director.

BMHBA members who were honored this year included: Capital Credit Union and Scott Bullinger; and Gate City Bank

and Tammy Skogen.

NDHFA also recognized real estate agents for the assistance they provided to the agency’s borrowers. BMHBA members Kirstin Wilhelm of Keller Williams Realty and Shirley Thomas of Bianco Realty were honored.

NDHFA RECOGNIZES CHAMPIONS

2016 BMHBA Board President Greg Zenker was sworn in along with all 2016 Board members at the Annual Banquet. Greg will lead the 12-member board of directors that includes: Shannon Reichenberg, Lynn Klein, Susie Franklin, Drew Knutson, Chad Moldenhauer, Paula Haider, Nathan Jones, Bill Schmid, Jeff Sattler, Brian Eiseman and Wade Vogel.

NEW LEADERSHIP

The BMHBA has a revolving radio program on SuperTalk 1270 each month. Tune in on select Fridays from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. to listen in. Last month, Home Show Committee Chairman Randy Tank was in studio along with our friends and Home Show Free Friday Sponsor Capital Credit Union.

ON AIR EACH MONTH


Starion Financial mortgage bankers Kassy Landis and Lindsey Matter were named to the Mortgage Executive Magazine’s Top 1% of Mortgage Originators list for 2015.

Landis, a mortgage banking officer since 2012, is located at the Bismarck branch on N. Washington Street. She joined Starion in 2006 as a teller, advanced to business banking representative in 2007 and became a mortgage underwriter in 2008.

Matter is mortgage banking officer/assistant vice president at the Mandan branch. This is the fourth consecutive year she has been named to the Top 1% list. Matter began her career with Starion Financial in 2005 as a

teller, became a personal banker in 2006, moved into mortgage banking in 2009 and was promoted to AVP in 2015.

Mortgage Executive Magazine annually compiles a comprehensive list of the nation’s top one percent of mortgage originators in the United States. The minimum eligibility criteria are a total personal production of at least $30 million in 2015.

STARION MORTGAGE BANKERS NAMED TOP 1% IN NATION

PRESENTATIONS OF THE BURLEIGHGROWTH2015 FINAL

REPORT SCHEDULED The Bismarck-Mandan

Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) and Burleigh County, in partnership with their consultant KLJ, have conducted the BurleighGrowth2015 Study, a Future Land Use Plan for select townships in the County. The purpose of the study was to establish preferred types and intensity of land use for areas outside of the cities of Bismarck and Lincoln, and their extraterritorial zoning area. Plan documents are intended to be used by the MPO and its member jurisdictions for planning activities and jurisdictional development review.

The study’s Final Report will be presented to Burleigh County’s governing bodies for final approval/ acceptance. All meetings will occur in the Tom Baker Meeting Room, City/County Office Building, 221 N. 5th Street, Bismarck, ND.

The Burleigh County Planning & Zoning Commission meeting will begin at 5:15 p.m. on March 9 and the Burleigh County Commission will meet on March 21 beginning at 5 p.m.

The 2016 Board of Directors participated in a board orientation and strategic planning retreat in February. Hosted by NAHB’s Affiliate Services Director Donna Oliver, the training included best practices for board operations and a strategic planning session.

The Board broke the 2016 year into four areas of focus including: Membership, Government Affairs, Communications and Operations.

BOARD PARTICIPATES IN STRATEGIC

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John Davies, a sophomore attending the University of Mary, spent time job shadowing at the BMHBA in February. The opportunity was coordinated through the Bismarck-Mandan Development Association.

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NAHB’s long-standing efforts to make housing a top priority in the presidential election season gained momentum in February when former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton became the first major-party 2016 presidential candidate to address housing issues in a broad policy outline. The economic revitalization agenda she set forth included a number of housing policy goals supported by NAHB.

In an effort to shape the national discussion in this critical election year, NAHB’s government affairs staff and volunteer leaders have met with the policy teams of all the Democratic and Republican candidates seeking the presidency. We have delivered policy briefs on a range of issues important to the residential construction industry, including housing finance, regulatory reform, immigration and workforce issues, and tax reform.

The campaigns have generally been responsive to NAHB’s policy recommendations, but until now none had broadly addressed housing-specific issues. Following the release of

Clinton’s economic revitalization plan other candidates have told NAHB that they also plan to address housing in the near future.

NAHB Does Not Endorse Presidential Candidates

It should be stated upfront that NAHB support for a candidate’s policy proposals should not be viewed as an endorsement of that candidate. The association is non-partisan; its bylaws specifically prohibit endorsing candidates so that the association can work with all elected leaders, regardless of party, on behalf of the housing industry.

In an important sign that NAHB is making progress in moving housing to the forefront, Clinton’s housing proposals draw heavily from specific recommendations that we proposed in meetings with her policy advisers. These include ideas for removing barriers to sustainable homeownership by improving credit availability for consumers. The Clinton plan proposes a match for downpayment savings and the use of a new generation of credit scoring methods. It also recognizes the value of homeownership counseling, which NAHB strongly supports.

Other ideas in the Clinton economic revitalization agenda that NAHB supports include proposals to bolster the supply of affordable rental housing by increasing the supply of Low-Income Housing Tax Credits and by removing local barriers to such housing production. The plan also highlighted the importance of job training and apprenticeships as a path to economic opportunity, which the housing sector has a

tremendous capacity to provide.

While NAHB is pleased to see Clinton acknowledge the significant role that housing plays in our local communities and economy, we will continue to work with her campaign on issues we disagree on. For example, NAHB believes the plan’s emphasis on connecting housing support to economic opportunity in high-poverty communities may limit the economic benefits of the proposals.

NAHB continues to strongly encourage all of the presidential candidates to look closely at our policy recommendations and to present housing proposals that will increase homeownership and rental housing opportunities for all Americans while boosting job and economic growth. NAHB will also keep the candidates “feet to the fire” by pushing for more than just talk and calling on them to implement any meaningful housing proposals put forth.

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NAHB MOVES NEEDLE ON LEAD PAINT TRAININGRemodelers who are certified by the Environmental

Protection Agency (EPA) to work on homes that may contain lead paint under the Lead: Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) rule now have the option to complete refresher training online, according to an EPA announcement. However, EPA recertifications obtained via an online refresher course will be valid for only three years, versus five years for hands-on training courses, and can only be exercised every other recertification cycle.

“As a longtime advocate for a simplified recertification process, NAHB Remodelers appreciates that the EPA’s changes provide some flexibility, but the limited and convoluted parameters of the online training option are unnecessarily complicated and could affect the number of renovators who opt to become recertified,” said NAHB Remodelers Chair Tim Shigley, CGR, CAPS, CGP, GMB, GMR,

a remodeler from Wichita, Kan. “Whether they choose to refresh their training online or in person, with the March 31 recertification deadline looming for over 100,000 remodelers, and thousands more later in 2016 and 2017, remodelers are left with precious little time to meet their recertification obligations.”

Additionally, certified renovators who were grandfathered in under a HUD or EPA lead-based paint training course before the RRP rule was adopted must attend a refresher course with a hands-on component. The rule also made several streamlining and clarifying changes to RRP provisions that apply to training providers. The EPA’s changes only apply to those states where EPA administers the program; the 14 states that administer their own programs will have to take legislative or regulatory action to adopt the online refresher course option.

RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION SAFETY AND OSHAAn estimated 1.6 million Americans are employed in

the construction industry, half of which work in residential construction. Each year, roughly 38,000 construction injuries are reported, with some 21,000 involving days away from work. Many OSHA standards apply to residential construction for the prevention of possible fatalities.

A webpage - https://goo.gl/SlHSPC - is maintained as a product of the Alliance between OSHA and National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).

The residential construction industry is addressed in specific standards for recordkeeping and the general and construction industries.


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8 SMALL BUSINESS TAX PREPARATION MISTAKES TO AVOID

Tax time brings with it a sense of urgency and pressure, and mistakes inevitably follow. Tax deductions go unclaimed, paper trails go awry and costly surprises can result.

Here are eight of the most common tax preparation mistakes that small businesses make, plus some tips for mitigating them.

Start a business last year? Write off the expenses

New business owners can write off the expense they incurred before technically opening their doors for business. Don’t overlook this important deduction.

Car deductions

A lot of confusion exists about what constitutes a legitimate business driving deduction. SBA guest blogger Barbara Weltman clears the air in her blog “Driving for Business.” What is business driving? “When you travel from your office to see a customer or vendor, this constitutes business driving. Whether travel from your home to another location is a business trip depends. If you commute from home to your office (and back), this is a nondeductible personal expense. If, however, you work from a home office for which you claim a tax deduction, then travel from home to any business location (and back) is treated as deductible business driving.”

The mileage deduction for tax year 2015 is 57.5 cents per mile.

Another big mistake that business owners make is to limit their deductions to mileage. If you can prove that they are business expenses, you can also deduct other costs including gas

and oil, tires, insurance, lease payments, tolls and parking fees.

Don’t forget the small stuff

Petty cash purchases, magazine subscriptions, educational classes and more. These “small” expenses can add up quickly. Make sure you track all your expenses and check with your tax advisor about what you can and can’t deduct.

Don’t exaggerate your deductions

Your accountant can ensure you don’t overdo or exaggerate your deductions – something that can raise the possibility of an IRS audit. For example, many small business owners mistakenly assume that they can deduct 100% of meal costs while traveling or client gifts. They are actually only partly deductible.

Likewise, if your expenses are a lot higher this year than last or not considered typical for your industry or business type, the IRS may get inquisitive.

It’s not all about the IRS

The IRS is only one piece of the tax pie; don’t forget about your other tax obligations – property, payroll, local taxes, excise tax, self-employment taxes, etc. These can all come back to bite you if you aren’t compliant in a timely manner.

Separate personal and business

Intermingling your personal and business bank accounts is a big cause of confusion around tax time, making it hard to track income and expenses. Furthermore, if you operate a home business, make sure you keep

that space distinct and separate from the rest of the home so that you can correctly claim the home office deduction.

Avoid payroll mistakes

Payroll tax compliance is something that many small business owners struggle with. The financial consequences of getting it wrong aren’t pleasant either. Statistics show that approximately 40 percent of small businesses incur an average of $845 per year in IRS penalties.

Keep your records up-to-date

This is a common problem for small businesses and often leads to missed opportunities for reducing your taxable income for the year. Make sure your expenses are reconciled, tracked and supported with receipts (the IRS requires it). Spend time each week to review your accounts – receivable, payable, credit card transactions, cash flow, etc. if your business is growing, consider accounting software (which synchronizes all your financial transactions and activities in one centralized dashboard) or retain the services of an accountant.

By Caron Beesley, www.sba.gov


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The 2016 International Builders’ Show® may be over, but The Bookstore Design & Construction Week remains in the minds of all attendees who made the bookstore their key destination to pick up publications to help build their business.

Here are the Top 10 Best Sellers from the 2016 International Builder’ Show ®

1. 2015 Home Builders’ Jobsite Codes (New)

2. Residential Construction Performance Guidelines, Contractor, 5th Edition (New)

3. Managing Your Business with 7 Key Numbers

4. Cost of Doing Business Study, 2016 Edition (New)

5. Social Media 3.0: It’s Easier Than You Think

6. Accounting & Financial Management for Residential Construction, Fifth Edition

7. Basic Construction Management: The Superintendent’s Job, Fifth Edition

8. Home Builder Contracts & Construction Management Forms

9. 2012 Home Builders’ Jobsite Codes10. Land Development, 10th Edition

Get your copies today! Go to BuilderBooks.com. Also be sure to pick up one of the keepsake T-shirts.

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HOW SEASONAL WORKERS AFFECTYOUR ALE STATUS

When determining if your organization is an applicable large employer – which is also known as an ALE – you must measure your workforce by counting all your employees. However, there is an exception for seasonal workers.

If an employer’s workforce exceeds 50 full-time employees for 120 days or fewer during a calendar year, and the employees in excess of 50 who were employed during that period of no more than 120 days were seasonal workers, the employer is not considered an applicable large employer.

A seasonal worker for this purpose is an

employee who performs labor or services on a seasonal basis. For example, retail workers employed exclusively during holiday seasons are seasonal workers.

The terms seasonal worker and seasonal employee are both used in the employer shared responsibility provisions, but in two different contexts. Only the term seasonal worker is relevant for determining whether an employer is an applicable large employer subject to the employer shared responsibility provisions. For this purpose, employers may apply a reasonable, good faith interpretation of the term “seasonal worker.”

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) recently issued an Administrator’s Interpretation (AI) to help business owners better understand the concept of joint employment under the Fair Labor Standards Act and the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act.

As workplaces and work arrangements continue to evolve, the traditional relationship of one employer employing one employee is less widespread. DOL specifically cited the construction industry as one where

a worker jointly employed by two or more employers has become more common.

The NAHB Office of Legal Affairs examined the AI and what it might mean for members, their employees and subs. Find the summary at http://goo.gl/BvjgLA.

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR ISSUES ‘JOINT EMPLOYER’ GUIDANCE

IRS Health Care Tax Tip 2016-17, February 10, 2016


NDAB NEWS Volume XXIII, Issue 3 Monthly News from the North Dakota Association of Builders March 2016

NDAB Advocates for Economic Growth As home builders and remodelers we work hard and are engaged in our communities by giving back day after day, year after year. Many of us are small business owners; we create jobs in our communities and are the

foundation of American Family Life. Housing and construction helps drive the economy for our local areas as well as for the state and nation. Without a healthy housing market our economy will not flourish. The issues that are important to home builders, remodelers and others in our industry are many of the same issues that are important to a thriving economy. We need for our Local, State, and National Lawmakers to work on the areas that are affecting the housing industry. One of these issues is burdensome regulations. We must reduce burdensome regulations at all levels of government. The list of federal, state and local agencies that regulate the housing industry is long. NAHB shows that regulations at all levels of government account for 25% of the cost of a new single-family home. Think about that and how it affects affordable housing. In 2015 more than 81,000 pages of regulations appeared in the Federal Register, which is the highest count ever, and as small businesses like home builders the effects are disproportionate on us and that is the highest count ever. U.S. Small Business Administration found that firms with 20 or fewer employees like home builders pay 40% more in compliance costs per employee than firms with more than 500 workers. By reducing excessive regulatory burdens on small business like home builders and remodelers, it will promote economic growth and job creation while reducing the costs for consumers. Arnold

Arnold Karsky NDAB President

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

Back your PAC … your PAC backs you! NDAB-PAC is the North Dakota Association of Builders’ Political Action Committee. It is a non-partisan political action committee that provides support for candidates who are friends of the building industry. Contact NDAB at (800) 326-4746, (701) 222-2401 or [email protected] to contribute or learn more!

Gain a Competitive Edge with a Professional Designation In today’s evolving market, it’s more important than ever for building-industry professionals to maintain their competitive edge. Earning a pro-fessional designation from NAHB Education can be a great way to distinguish yourself – and your company – from your competition. During National Designation Month in March, seize the opportunity to advance your industry knowledge and skills.

Having a designation tells clients that you have honed your business skills and have superior training, hands-on experience and in-depth knowledge of your profession. Designation holders also can take advantage of valuable networking opportunities during their enroll-ment, working closely with expert instructors and other professionals within their field and outside their specific areas of expertise. During National Designation Month, NAHB also educates consumers about the value of selecting a professional with a designation, so your hard work will mean even more when it comes marketing yourself and your business. During March, builders, remodelers and other industry professionals nationwide can take advantage of the many special events local HBAs are hosting to encourage continuing education and recognize designation holders across the country. Please make sure to check with your local association about education opportunities and special events. NDAB is proud of our Professional Builder program and those that choose to participate meet membership requirements, have held a contractor’s license in the state of North Dakota for at least two years. They comply with all appropriate local, state, and national building codes, adhere to the Code of Ethics of North Dakota Association of Builders and complete seven hours of continuing education annual. Our professionals builders are listed on our website and most recent-ly were highlighted in a ND brochure put out by US Builders Review magazine. To learn more on how to become a recognized NDAB Professional Builder, please visit our website or call or stop by our office. 2016 NDAB Professional Builders: Eric Berg, Eric Berg Construction, Inc., Fargo Charles Bon, C’est Bon Construction, Robinson Michael Bullinger, Western Products Inc, Fargo Don Dabbert, Jr. Dabbert Custom Homes, Fargo Dale Denning, Sparling Construction, Bismarck Jason Eid, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc., Fargo John Gunkelman, Dakota Construction, Fargo Todd Halle, T & S Custom Homes, Inc., Fargo Vern Hanson, Hanson Bros., Inc., Fargo Robert Leslie, Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead, Fargo Robert Kochmann, Kochmann Brothers Homes, Fargo Greg Krueger, Krueger Construction, Fargo Tom Spaeth, Accent Contracting, Fargo Mark Spriggs, M&J Construction, Moorhead Mike Workman, Jordahl Custom Homes, Fargo Charlie Zach, Zach Construction, Wahpeton

Kim Schneider NDAB Executive Officer


www.ndbuild.com North Dakota Association of Builders March 2016

Dot Frank, Executive Officer 701-222-2400 bmhba.com

The 39th Annual Home Show took place Feb. 19-20. The sold-out event featured more than 420 booths and 223 vendors.

The BMHBA participated in the BMDA’s Job Shadow Week in February hosting a University of Mary sophomore.

Executive Officer Dot Frank attended the NDHFA’s Statewide Housing Conference and is working to bring a featured speaker to the BMHBA.

Two BMHBA members are featured in recent editions of US Builders Review – Miller Insulation and Advanced Mechanical.

The BMHBA launched a new logo and website. Check it out at bmhba.com.

Dickinson Area Builders Assoc. Tiffaney Dolechek, Executive Officer 701-483-0044 dickinsonareabuilders.com

Home show plans are continuing to move forward. We currently have 75% of our available space filled. It is coming up fast and we are very excited about it!

For our membership drive this year we are doing a fun contest. We have six different teams recruiting members and the team with the most points at the end wins. The winning team will get a steak dinner while the losing team gets beans! Our membership drive will be going on until the end of April.

We are excited to see our members at our monthly membership meeting, where we have a speaker for the USDA grant/loan program.

Bryce Johnson, Executive Vice President 701-232-5846 hbafm.com

The HBA of F-M would like to welcome the new directors to its board: Dawn Cruff and Stephanie Lindemann. Thank you to outgoing directors: Sylvia Lunski and Harry Gilbertson. Home Builders Care welcomes Grace Backman, Carlita Dietz, Kristie Eid, Perry Eidem and Ryan Johnson to its board of trustees. Thank you to outgoing trustees: Dave Anderson, Mike Anderson and Chad Maloy

Over 130 members and city officials attended the New Year Celebration & City Night Jan. 28. The HBA welcomed special guest North Dakota Secretary of State Al Jaeger and mayors from Dilworth, Fargo, Moorhead and West Fargo with the addition of a councilperson from Horace this year.

The Home & Garden Show was Feb. 26-

28. Over 300 exhibitors participated. This year the HBA of F-M introduced new features like local speakers, mobile application, kids treasure hunt, an expanded Lego homebuilding competition and a beer walk.

The Spring Parade of Homes application is available at www.hbafm.com. This year the HBA of F-M will be unveiling an updated Parade-dedicated website, magazine and new mobile app.

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

Sterling Carpet One Floor & Home hosted the February Builders after Hours and did an excellent job. There was a great crowd that enjoyed delicious food, cold beverages and good networking.

The City of Grand Forks offered a stormwater pollution prevention plan workshop for residential and commercial contractors and developers.

Structural Materials is hosting Builders after Hours on March 22nd. They moved to a new location and are anxious to show their new store to our members.

Our Home Design & Garden Show is scheduled for April 1, 2 and 3 at the Alerus Center. We are anticipating another great show this year.

Minot Association of Builders Executive Officer 701-852-0496 minotab.com

Minot would like to congratulate Bruce Walker on being promoted to Senior Life Director.

Minot will host our 41st annual Home and Garden Show on March 5th & 6th Booths are filling up.

We look forward to training our new Executive Officer starting this month.

Williston Area Builders AssociationJanna Lutz & Jackie Wieg, Executive Directors 701-572-5744 willistonbuilders.com

WABA was thrilled to have NAHB’s field representative for Region C, Michael Bezruki, attend and speak to our membership at our January GMM Sponsored by Simonson Lumber. We appreciate his making time to visit us!

WABA’s newly redesigned website is live – offering a better option for our members to be located, plus advertising opportunities as well as content for the consumer, and more detailed information on all our events. Check out: www.willistonbuilders.com

Our March GMM will be held on the 24th sponsored by Real Estate & Rental Guide.

We have more opportunities for our members to be involved in community projects, contact us for information on the Fire Trailer and the Builder day of Caring.

WABA was honored to have a distinguished panel of City leaders including Williston Mayor Howard Klug, Director of Public Works David Tuan, President & CEO of Mercy Medical Matt Grimshaw and School Dist. 1 Principal and Senior Administrator Darla Ratzak speak at our Feb 18th meeting. The information given was optimistic for the future and what it could mean for the building/housing industry.

Also, Thank you to the NEW NDAB 2016 Partners! We truly appreciate your support and we are excited to serve you throughout the entire year! Opportunities are now updated and available - contact Heather at [email protected] or 701-222-2401 to secure your choices today! *Partners listed are as of 2-20-2016 Gold Partners Bismarck-Mandan HBA HBA of Fargo-Moorhead Montana Dakota Utilities Co. State Auto Insurance Companies Silver Partners Dickinson Area Builders Assoc. Northern Plumbing Supply Bronze Partners Bell State Bank & Trust Dabbert Custom Homes Dakota Construction Dawson Insurance Eid-Co Homes Forx Builders Association Miller Insulation, Inc. Minot Assoc. of Builders North Dakota Guaranty & Title Co. ND Housing Finance Agency ProBuild RDO Equipment Co. Red River Drywall Williston Area Builders Assoc.

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www.ndbuild.com North Dakota Association of Builders December 2015


The BMHBA has been busy following ordinance updates in Bismarck and Mandan, Burleigh and Morton Counties. All are reviewing and updating dated codes. Eyes are currently on permit cost changes and development standards.

A housing analysis conducted by Bismarck and Mandan outlines a need for an additional 7,786 owner-occupied homes by 2030. The HBA is working on a task force to explore implementation of the study’s recommendations.

Members elected a new Builder board member at the Fall GMM on Nov. 24 to fill Past President Vance Vetter’s seat. The 2016 board of directors will be sworn in at the Annual Banquet on Jan. 14.

The BMHBA welcomes all members to attend a Lead Renovator and Lead Renovator Initial and Refresher course on Nov. 30 and Dec. 1, respectively. Visit bmhba.com/events to register.

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

Our regular GMM was held at the Eagles Club on November 11 with a moment of silence honoring our veterans.

Our Home Show committee is busy planning our Home Show in April, updating and adding new features.

Our main focus right now is on the State Meeting here in Dickinson. We are looking forward to making this a special night for Arnold Karsky as he is installed as our State President.

Following that, we also busy planning our annual Christmas Party. Newly elected Vice President, Val Voelkering is busy with her committee putting final touches to a very special evening at the Elks Club.

We would like to take this opportunity to extend an invitation to Kim and Heather and other associations to attend our Christmas party.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to everyone!


Thank you to everyone who attended our Awards Gala & Annual Meeting. The HBA of F-M celebrated award winners and scholarship recipients with over 200 of its members. The awards went to Clay Dietrich, Dietrich Homes, Inc., Builder of the Year; Paul Krabbenhoft, Coldwell Banker First Realty, Associate of the Year; Heritage Homes, BEAM; Dan Beecher, Foam Doctor’s LLC, Extra Mile; John Koerselman, Red River Drywall &

Decorating Services, Top Recruiter; Ken Krajsa, Bell State Bank & Trust, Top Spike; George Fraza, Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND, Top New Spike; Ken Krajsa Cornerstone Award. HBC granted $12,500 in scholarships to local high school students and college students in or planning on enrolling in the construction programs.

The HBA of F-M held a PAC Social with special guest Jerry Howard to talk about issues NAHB is working on in D.C. and how they tie in locally. The event was a success with 75 members in attendance.

Just under 20 members attended a Lunch Session with local building officials to talk about the latest issues in residential construction.

The New Year Celebration & City Night is on Jan. 28 at the Radisson in Fargo. Mayors from Fargo, Moorhead, West Fargo, Dilworth & Oxbow will be in attendance and participate on a mayoral panel. We will also have special guest Al Jaeger, Secretary of State. If you would like to attend, please visit the events calendar at www.hbafm.com.


There was good attendance at Slate Interior Design’s November Builders after Hours. Thank you Alissa.

The December Builders after Hours will be hosted by the Membership Committee and the Board of Directors at Keith’s Security World. Jim Bisson owner of Keith’s Lock & Key will be retiring the end of December and we will be helping him celebrate this milestone.

Our Home Design and Garden Show will be held April 1, 2 & 3 at the Alerus Center.


We are having a “Holiday Open House” for our members here at the office December 15th from noon-7pm with food and beverage.

Williston Area Builders AssociationJanna Lutz, Executive Officer 701-572-5744 willistonbuilders.com

WABA welcomes new incoming board members: Lance Bevier of Tractor and Equipment Co., Joan Mainwaring of American State Bank and Trust Co., and Bob Radermacher of Bakken Contracting.

Mark Schneider, LJA, was sworn in as our incoming WABA President at our Annual Meeting in November.

Top Spikes were also recognized: Bill Murphy and Dave Nordenstrom became Life Spikes in 2015!

Special thanks to Dot Frank and the

Bismarck/Mandan HBA for donating a computer for our new Executive!

Home show booths are being sold now! January 8th is the deadline for our preferred vendors. Home show is April 15 – 17, 2016 -contact [email protected] for questions.

Our December General Membership meeting will be held on the 17th

Thank you so much to our Annual Banquet Sponsors! Your support helped us to put on a great event! We had a great crowd and a fun evening celebrating the year end and recognizing all our amazing Award winners. We are already looking forward to doing it all again next year in Bismarck! Platinum Sponsors—Kuntz Builders, Inc. and Winn Construction, Inc. Silver Sponsor—ProBuild NDAB-PAC Reception Sponsor—Bosch Lumber Co. Banner Sponsor—Roers West, LLC Also, Thank you to the NDAB 2015 Partners! We truly appreciate your support and we have enjoyed serving you throughout the entire year!

Gold Partner - Montana Dakota Utilities Silver Partners - Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association, Dickinson Area Builders Association, Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead, & Northern Plumbing Supply Bronze Partners - Bell State Bank & Trust, Forx Builders Association, Minot Association of Builders, ND Guaranty & Title Co., ND Housing Finance Agency, ProBuild, RDO Equipment Co., & Williston Area Builders Association

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Around the State Dickinson Area Builders Assoc.Tiffaney Dolechek, Executive Officer701-483-0044 | dickinsonareabuilders.com

• Home show plans are continuing to move forward. We currently have 75% of our available space filled. It is coming up fast and we are very excited about it!

• For our membership drive this year we are doing a fun contest. We have six different teams recruiting members and the team with the most points at the end wins. The winning team will get a steak dinner while the losing team gets beans! Our membership drive will be going on until the end of April.

• We are excited to see our members at our monthly membership meeting, where we have a speaker for the USDA grant/loan program.

Home Builders Assoc. of Fargo-MoorheadBryce Johnson, Executive Vice President701-232-5846 | hbafm.com

• The HBA of F-M would like to welcome the new directors to its board: Dawn Cruff and Stephanie Lindemann. Thank you to outgoing directors: Sylvia Lunski and Harry Gilbertson. Home Builders Care welcomes Grace Backman, Carlita Dietz, Kristie Eid, Perry Eidem and Ryan Johnson to its board of trustees. Thank you to outgoing trustees: Dave Anderson, Mike Anderson and Chad Maloy

• Over 130 members and city officials attended the New Year Celebration & City Night Jan. 28. The HBA welcomed special guest North Dakota Secretary of State Al Jaeger and mayors from Dilworth, Fargo, Moorhead and West Fargo with the addition of a councilperson from Horace this year.

• The Home & Garden Show was Feb. 26-28. Over 300 exhibitors participated. This year the HBA of F-M introduced new features like local speakers, mobile application, kids treasure hunt, an expanded Lego homebuilding competition and a beer walk.

• The Spring Parade of Homes application is available at www.hbafm.com. This year the HBA of F-M will be unveiling an updated Parade-dedicated website, magazine and new mobile app.

Forx Builders AssociationBetty McDonald, Executive Officer701-746-4536 | forxbuilders.com

• Sterling Carpet One Floor & Home hosted the February Builders after Hours and did an excellent job. There was a great crowd that enjoyed delicious food, cold beverages and good networking.

• The City of Grand Forks offered a stormwater pollution prevention plan workshop for residential and commercial contractors and developers.

• Structural Materials is hosting Builders after Hours on March 22nd. They moved to a new location and are anxious to show their new store to our members.

• Our Home Design & Garden Show is scheduled for April 1, 2 and 3 at the Alerus Center. We are anticipating.

Minot Association of Builders701-852-0496 | minotab.com• Minot would like to congratulate Bruce Walker on being promoted

to Senior Life Director.• Minot will host our 41st annual Home and Garden Show on March

5th & 6th Booths are filling up.• We look forward to training our new Executive Officer starting this

month.

Williston Area Builders AssociationJanna Lutz & Jackie Wieg, Executive Directors701-572-5744 | willistonbuilders.com• WABA was thrilled to have NAHB’s field representative for Region

C, Michael Bezruki, attend and speak to our membership at our January GMM Sponsored by Simonson Lumber. We appreciate his making time to visit us!

• WABA’s newly redesigned website is live – offering a better option for our members to be located, plus advertising opportunities as well as content for the consumer, and more detailed information on all our events. Check out: www.willistonbuilders.com

• Our March GMM will be held on the 24th sponsored by Real Estate & Rental Guide.

• We have more opportunities for our members to be involved in community projects, contact us for information on the Fire Trailer and the Builder day of Caring.

• WABA was honored to have a distinguished panel of City leaders including Williston Mayor Howard Klug, Director of Public Works David Tuan, President & CEO of Mercy Medical Matt Grimshaw and School Dist. 1 Principal and Senior Administrator Darla Ratzak speak at our Feb 18th meeting. The information given was optimistic for the future and what it could mean for the building/housing industry.

Also, Thank you to the NEW NDAB 2016 Partners! We truly appreciate your support and we are excited to serve you throughout the entire year! Opportunities are now updated and available - contact Heather at [email protected] or 701-222-2401 to secure your choices today! *Partners listed are as of 2-20-2016

GOLD PARTNERSBismarck-Mandan HBAHBA of Fargo-Moorhead

Montana Dakota Utilities Co.State Auto Insurance Companies

SILVER PARTNERSDickinson Area Builders Assoc.,

Northern Plumbing Supply

BRONZE PARTNERSBell State Bank & TrustDabbert Custom Homes

Dakota ConstructionDawson Insurance

Eid-Co HomesForx Builders Association

Miller Insulation, Inc.Minot Assoc. of Builders

North Dakota Guaranty & Title Co.ND Housing Finance Agency

ProBuildRDO Equipment Co.Red River Drywall

Williston Area Builders Assoc.

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